Happy Fall !

Elk Rapids Area

Chamber of Commerce

"Monday Minutes" Newsletter

September 25, 2023

Chain of Lakes Area

Acme * Alden * Atwood * Bellaire * Central Lake Eastport * Ellsworth * Elk Rapids * Kewadin * Rapid City * Torch River * Williamsburg

BE SURE TO READ THE COMPLETE NEWSLETTER ~ LOOK FOR "THE END"

Ribbon Cutting

(Rescheduled from September 12)

Friday, September 29, 2023 at 4:00 pm

For Waterfront Wellness is located at

815 Business Park Drive, Suite A in Traverse City. The Ribbon Cutting will be At the Chamber Office.

Waterfront Wellness provides IN-HOME Primary & Urgent Care for clients who prefer privacy & VIP care.



Call (231) 357-5822 or visit waterfront-wellness.net for more information.

Interested in Hosting or Partnering a Business After Hours Event?

Business After Hours is designed to help you make valuable business connections while enjoying an evening with fellow professionals and friends in a fun relaxed setting

To sign up please email Mary Lakin at mary@elkrapidschamber.org or call the chamber at (231) 264-8202

DUE TO AGRICULTURAL REGULATIONS, NO PETS ARE ALLOWED AT THE FARMER'S MARKET (with the exception of service dogs) THANK YOU!

Maps and Books for sale at the Chamber

Maps - $10.

A Little Village Elk Story - $25



2023 Chain of Lakes Area

Snapshot of Upcoming Events

Where to go, What to see, and

What to do in the Chain of Lakes Area

(Scroll down for details on each event)

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Sept 25, NEW! ER Yoga Flow, Vinyasa 5pm, Mindful Movement, 6:30 pm

Sept 26, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 4:30-6:30 pm

Sept 26, Public Input on Pedestrian Assets, 3-5 pm

Sept 27, NLEA Energy Roundtable 10 am or 2 pm

Sept 27, Free Digitization at the ER District Library, 10 am - 6:30 pm

Sept 27, Art & Connection Workshop-Pumpkin Patch Decor, 5:30 pm

Sept 28, Story Time, ages 0-5 at ER District Library, 1:30 pm

Sept 28, Art & Connection Workshop-Stylized Pumpkins, 1-4 pm

Sept 28, NMC Fall Mushroom Foray at Grass River, 1 - 4 pm

Sept 28, BUSINESS AFTER HOURS at Twisted Fish Gallery, 5-7 pm

Sept 28, Cornhole Tournament at the DAM Shop, 6 pm

Sept 28, Grass River Community Celebration, 6:30 - 8 pm

Sept 28, Paul Sullivan & Crispin Campbell at Music House Museum, 7 pm

Sept 29, Elk Rapids Farmers Market @Chamber, 8 am-Noon

Sept 29, ER Yoga Flor, "Ask the Teacher", 9 - 10:30 am

Sept 29, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

Sept 29, Kayak Grass River, 9:30 - Noon

Sept 29, Story Time @ER District Library, 10:30 am

Sept 30, GTRLC Hike at Maplehurst Natural Area, 10-11 am

Sept 30, Elk Rapids Fall Festival, 11 am ~ 3 pm (see schedule)

Sept 30, Jim Hawley Concert at Historic Townhall, 6:30 pm

Sept 30, Autumn Pastels at Grass River, 1 - 3 pm

Sept 30, Harvest Party at Lost Cellars, 1-7 pm

Sept 30, 48th Annual Community Whitewater Halloween Party!, 4-8 pm

Sept 30, ACHTBCP "Pink Sing" at Midnight Acres, 6-10 pm

October 1, Pokemon Club at Elk Rapids District Library, 1 - 2 pm

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October 5, Fall Color Paddle at Grass River, 9:30 am-Noon

October 5, Story Time, Ages 0-5 @ER District Library, 1:30 pm

October 5, BOS Wine Author Event & Book Signing, 6 pm

October 5, Cornhole Tournament at the DAM Shop, 6 pm

October 6, LAST Elk Rapids Farmers Market @Chamber, 8 am-Noon

October 6, Fall Color Paddle at Grass River, 9:30 am-Noon

October 6, Story Time @ER District Library, 10:30 am

October 7, Boater Safety Class at Harbor Pavilion, 8 - 5 pm

October 7, Fall Stewardship Day at Grass River, 9 am-12 pm

October 7, Art Beat at 3 Art Galleries in Elk Rapids, 10 am - 5 pm

October 7, All About Oak Wilt, ACD at Torch Lake Twp.,10 -11 am

October 7, Fall Fest at Pine Hill Nursery, 10 am - 3 pm

October 7, Halloween Fun at Barnes Park

October 7, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30 pm

October 8, Harvest Gathering at Samels Farm, 1-4:30 pm

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October 9, TC Paw Cat Rescue Vaccine Clinic at ER Animal Hospital, 8 am

October 10, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 4:30-6:30 pm

October 12, Story Time at the ER District Library, 1:30 pm

October 12, Cornhole Tournament at the DAM Shop, 6 pm

October 12, Speaker Austin Hatch "Claiming Life" Program for Moms & Tots @Charlevoix High School 6:30 pm

October 13, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pickup, 8:30-9:30 am

October 13, Story Time at ER District Library, 10:30 am

October 13, Owl Prowl at Grass River Natural Area, 7-8:30 pm

October 13, Community Trivia Night at HERTH, 7 pm - ?

October 14, Alden Harvest Fest, 10 am - 3 pm

October 14, DIY Hat Bar The DAM Shop and Northwind Blooms, 11 am

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October 16, Antrim County Veterans Coffee Talks @the DAM Shop, 9 am

October 18, Fall, Flannel & Friends of ER Library@Townline Cider,5-7 pm

October 18, NMC Date Night: Owls, 7- 9 pm

October 19, Story Time at ER District Library, 1:30 pm

October 19, Cornhole Tournament at the DAM Shop, 6 pm

October 19, NMC Owls of N. MI at Grass River, 7 - 9 pm

October 20, Story Time at ER District Library, 10:30 am

October 21, Women's Ecumenical Retreat @Sacred Heart, 8:30-3:30

October 21, Central Lake Fall Festival, 12 - 4 pm

October 21, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30 pm

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October 24, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 4:30-6:30 pm

October 26, Business After Hours, Fitzpatrick Insurance at The DAM Shop

5-7 pm, (there will be some cornhole too!)

October 26, Cornhole Tournament at the DAM Shop, 6 pm

October 27, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pickup, 8:30-9:30 am

October 27, Owl Prowl at Grass River, 7 - 8:30 pm

October 29, WUMC Fall Dessert Festival and Online Auction, 2-5 pm

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Please email laura@elkrapidschamber.org with any updated event dates.

Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY

Tuesday, Sept. 26, ER School Planning Commission Meeting, 7:00 pm

• Agenda and Zoom Instructions

Tuesday, October 3, ER Village Council Meeting, 7:00 pm:



SHORELINE ASSESSMENT REPORT PRESENTATION OCTOBER 3, 2023 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

The public is invited and encouraged to attend a presentation on the Elk Rapids River Corridor Assessment at the October 3, 2023, regular council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Noah Johnson of the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council will go over the highlights of the assessment. There will be time for the Village Council and attendees to ask questions. We hope you are able to join us to go over this important report for our community!

To view the report, please CLICK HERE.

DDA 2023-2024 FACADE GRANT OPEN

The Downtown Development Authority is excited to announce that the 2023-2024 Facade Grant Applications are open! Applications are due September 29, 2023.

For more information, please read the grant packet below.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM (EXTERNAL LINK)(EXTERNAL LINK)

Project Application:

2023-2024 FACADE GRANT APPLICATION (.DOCX)

Networks Northwest will be hosting a public input session at the Elk Rapids Government Center on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please stop by and share your ideas on the North Region Active Transportation Plan and pedestrian assets. All members of the public are invited and encouraged to attend.

BOATER SAFETY CLASS OFFERED IN

ELK RAPIDS

        SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2023

Boat America, an 8-hour class, is a boater safety class for novice recreational boaters ages 12 and older. The class is being offered by the Traverse City Coast Guard Auxiliary. Topics covered include boating safety and safety equipment, emergency procedures, navigation rules and aids, and boating regulations. The class will meet on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at the Harbor Pavilion in Elk Rapids. The class will meet from 8 am to 5 pm with a lunch break at noon. You must attend all 8 hours to get your boater safety certificate. The cost is $15 to cover cost of book and certificate. Preregister by September 30 by emailing Dianne Walker diannewalk48@gmail.com (minimum of 10 students needed to hold the class).  

VILLAGE SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR BEAUTIFICATION, HARBOR, HOUSING, AND ZBA COMMISSIONS

The Elk Rapids Village Government is excited to invite all community members with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas to apply for an array of volunteer positions to aid in the decision-making process of our local government. Elk Rapids is fortunate to have an abundance of highly educated, community-focused people. Serving on a village commission is a fulfilling experience and a great way to give back to our community. The Village Government is seeking volunteers, both new and seasoned, with fresh ideas for the following board/commission positions:

• Beautification Commission (2 positions open)
• Harbor Commission (2 positions open)
• Housing Commission (1 position open)
• Zoning Board of Appeals (1 position open)

For requirements to serve on each board and commission, please view the bylaws on the board or commission’s page on the Village website.

Applications are available on www.elkrapids.org, document center, or at the Government Center, 315 Bridge Street. Please submit an application to kszczypka@elkrapids.org and it will be reviewed by nominating committee members in the order that they are received. Thanks for your interest in serving our community!

Be sure to check out the discoverelkrapids.com website

Village of Elk Rapids: www.elkrapids.org

Elk Rapids Township: https://www.elkrapids.com/

Milton Township: https://miltontownship.org/

Torch Lake Township:www.torchlaketownship.org/

Antrim County: antrimcounty.org

Acme Township: acmetownship.org/

Whitewater Township: whitewatertownship.org/

Helena Township: https://www.helenatownship.com/

View the full list of webinars

www.sbdcmichigan.org

For recorded webinars and upcoming workshops: 

https://www.score.org/traversecity/local-workshops

ONLINE LIVE EVENT

A Beginner's Guide to Creating a Landing Page for Your Business

September 26, 2023, 1:00 pm EDT

In this webinar, you'll learn how to create a well-crafted landing page and the key components you need on your page to help turn leads into sales.

Read the Latest News

>> September 20, 2023 Edition

→ Early bird registration is now open for the 9th annual Northwest Michigan Housing Summit on October 25-27. Attend the Funders Panel moderated by Traverse Connect president & CEO, Warren Call, to understand finance opportunities including collaborations with local banks, Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs), USDA Rural Development and MEDC programs, and successful examples from other communities.

Study: Michiganders Under 30 Want Welcoming State

The Detroit Regional Chamber and Business Leaders for Michigan today released findings of a new statewide poll to better understand the key economic and lifestyle factors that influence 18-29-year-old Michiganders’ choices. >>Read More

‘TRAVEL MICHIGAN’ REPORTS TOURISM CONTINUING TO IMPROVE ACROSS THE STATE

Travel Michigan, the agency that oversees the ‘Pure Michigan’ campaign is looking back over the Summer and feeling pretty good about Michigan’s tourism industry. Director Dave Lorenz, recently named State Travel Director of the Year nationally, shared this update with editors across the state: >>Read More

Michigan's Great Outdoors Industry

 

 The Michigan Outdoor Summit welcomes all sectors of the outdoor economy to join a vision for the future health of Michigan's outdoors.

What to expect: The summit will cover industry essentials, including Michigan's strategy to support innovators and how to authentically align preservation with business practices. And it wouldn't be an outdoor summit without networking on the open water and trails.

Details: Sept. 26-27, Traverse City

 BUY TICKETS

As we wake up to crisp autumn mornings, the flourish of fall color can't be far behind. From scenic routes on the open road to rugged trails—everyone can experience it all in Pure Michigan.

Fall colors at their peak provide awe-inspiring views all around the Great Lakes state. Now is the perfect time to visit breathtaking colors at Michigan State Parks.

Michigan farms deliver an abundance of agricultural products. Discover the fresh taste, fresh flavors, and fresh spirits.

Over the next week, enjoy the colorful Sounds of the Zoo in Kalamazoo, feast food, fun, and brew at Port Huron's Oktoberfest, or check out the MARVAC 34th Annual Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show. If you're headed to the Upper Peninsula, you'll find fall happenings at the Iron Mountain Oktoberfest, or the St. Ignace Fall Fest and Great Pumpkin Roll.

 You're just one click away from this week's fall color report.

September newsletter from

Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity

September is National Workforce Development Month!

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development team provides training opportunities to prepare Michigan job seekers for rewarding, in-demand careers.

Click HERE to read the full newsletter.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Antrim County Transportation-Driver
• Commission on Aging - Meal Site Coordinator
• Commission on Aging - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Commission on Aging - Homemaker
• Sheriff's Department - Corrections Deputy
• Veteran Affairs - Director

• Job Openings:

Forklift Driver

General Labor

Maintenance Processor

Sanitation Worker

Looking For:

Human Resource Director

Looking for:

Contemporary Worship Director

Looking For:

Account Manager Position

Dr. Ann Kuenker

Needed: Medical Assistant-Traverse City Office

Seeking:

Licensed Cosmetologist

Looking For:

Marketing Associate

Looking for:

Shop Supervisor and Shop Employees

Looking for:

Employment Opportunities for College Students, Gardeners & Nature Lovers

HIRING FOR ALL POSITIONS!

Village Market * 250 Ames St.* Elk Rapids* (231) 264-5629

Become an Amazon Hub partner. You and your staff will assist in local deliveries while creating extra income for your business. For more information visit https://logistics.amazon.com/hubdelivery/marketing/

HDNW is invited into businesses, schools, nonprofits, and senior facilities to offer convenient fall flu clinics. All of the following clinics are open to the public. If anyone has questions or would like to schedule an appointment, they may call our local 800 number, 800-432-4121. The full list of public clinics in the area is listed here: https://www.nwhealth.org/flu.html.

10/02/23: 4-6 pm

Bellaire Middle/High School

204 W. Forest Home Ave.

Performing Arts Center * Bellaire

10/04/23: 9 am-12 pm

Antrim County Commission on Aging - Bellaire

308 E. Cayuga

Main Hall * Bellaire

10/06/23: 10 am-12 pm

Antrim County Commission on Aging - Mancelona Meal Site

122 E. State St.

Main Hall * Mancelona

10/09/23: 10 am-12 pm

Antrim County Commission on Aging - Elk Rapids Meal Site

Sacred Heart Church

143 Charles St. * Elk Rapids

Antrim County Commission on Aging - Central Lake Government Center 10 am-12 pm

1622 N. M-88

Main Dinner Hall * Central Lake

The NLEA is excited to convene this panel of experts to discuss energy-saving programs and solutions for businesses. As energy costs are rising, the pressure on businesses is rising too. This free panel is open to all businesses and will aim to provide context around recent rate increases and offer solutions to alleviate increasing costs.

To make this event accessible to audiences across the region, the panel will convene on September 27th in Mackinaw City at 10:00 a.m. at Biere De Mac Brew Works and in Charlevoix at 2:00 p.m. at The Back Lot Charlevoix. Panelists will include representatives from Consumers Energy, DTE Energy, Great Lakes Energy, Lean and Green Michigan, Keen Technical Solutions, and Michigan Saves. Link to Register: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northern-michigan-energy-roundtable-tickets-692416555557?aff=oddtdtcreator.

CLICK TO READ THE NLEA AUGUST NEWSLETTER

Photography for this project was provided by James Sullivan Photography of Traverse City.

The Charles Culver Public Art Exhibition

In June 2023, the Bellaire Downtown Development Authority (DDA) opened the Charles Culver Public Art Exhibition. The exhibit was sponsored by the Bellaire DDA and the Charles Culver Family.

Funders include Antrim Women's Alliance, Terry Coates, Chris Corbett & Downtown Bellaire Hardware, College for Creative Studies, Jeff Krino Artist & Owner Tributary Builders, Michigan Arts & Culture Council, Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Network, Rotary Club of Bellaire, Set in Many Stones: Jennifer Stone & Robert Bagnall, Shanty Creek Resorts, Torch Lake Concepts: Zach & Tori Gosnell, Uniquely North: Brenda & Rollie Fink, Village of Bellaire, DDA of Bellaire.

The exhibit will close on October 31, 2023. The pieces that were displayed will be auctioned off during a silent, online auction from September 1, 2023, to November 1, 2023. Proceeds from this auction will be used to bring another art event to the community of Bellaire, Michigan in 2024.

The Music House Museum

7377 U.S. 31 North

Williamsburg, MI 49690

(231) 938-9300

Upcoming Events - The Music House Museum

The Music House Museum is proud to welcome Grammy Award-winning pianist Paul Sullivan and notable cellist Crispin Campbell on

Thursday, September 28 at 7:00 pm

The Music House Museum is proud to welcome Grammy Award-winning pianist Paul Sullivan and notable cellist Crispin Campbell. They are returning to the stage for a tour of Michigan in the Fall of 2023. The two musicians first played together more than 15 years ago and are excited to re-kindle their musical collaboration. >>Read More

Myrtle & Maude's

Fall Fun Apple Season Market

September 14 - October 29, 2023

10 am - 5 pm daily

🎃Pumpkins 🍎Apples 🍎Caramel Apples

Wagon Rides 🍁 Farm Tour 🍂Fall Decor

10981 Elk Lake Rd Williamsburg (231) 313-1051

www. myrtleandmaude's.com

DIY Hat Bar at The Dam Shop

Saturday 10/14 11 am

A Northern Michigan Ladies' Day at The Dam Shop with Do Something Lady and Northwind Blooms!

Design and create your own custom hat at this DIY Hat Bar. Felt and polyester hats have adjustable drawstrings inside to fit most. On-site will be a plethora of materials from hand-dyed ribbons, leather cords, rope, chains, charms, feathers, dried florals, and other materials to make it your own.

>>Continue Reading and to Purchase Tickets.

The Dam Shop at Elk Rapids Marina * 118 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI

Stop in Wildflower Soapworks and check out our fall and Michigan table. New scents are here and candles are in stock. Northern Michigan Nail Polish has also arrived with fall colors. Happy Fall ya all!

117 River Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-8000 wildflowersoapworks.com

Silly Sister's Pottery Fall 2023 Class Announcement

Harvest Time is here! And time to start the Fall/Winter/Spring classes for 2023-2024. A new round of Pottery Classes (Round 12.0) for October-November, 2023 begins as detailed below. As always, classes will be geared BOTH toward newbie potters, as well as continuing potters. Instruction and demos will be geared toward multiple levels of ability, so no worries about getting bored! Classes are starting a week early, as Karl and I will be MIA during the middle of October. Students will need a couple of weeks of instruction/practice under their belt to avoid losing all their hard-earned knowledge while we're gone.

Click HERE to read Class Announcements (start on 9-25-23)

Space for Lease

Located in beautiful Elk Rapids, MI, this 1,947 SF standalone flex office building has a shop and retail/showroom area, which allows for a wide variety of uses. There is a centrally located kitchenette and bathroom which provides a nice separation of the retail space from the shop space. One street over from Ames St but visible from the main road providing good visibility.

https://www.threewest.com/property-listings/?ptype=CM_3&listingID=1911588#

Check out our upcoming Brew Crew events at the Rapid City Village Market and save the dates!

Tastings From:

Upper Hand Brewing

Friday, September 29th from 2-5 pm

Bee Well Mead & Cider

Friday, October 13th from 12-4 pm

Saugatuck Brewery

Friday, October 20th from 2-5 pm

Bell's Brewery

Thursday, October 26th from 2-5 pm

Stop by and taste locally brewed beers and find some new favorites!

Celebrate the Culture and Cuisine of Jamaica at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

Join us for an evening of culinary delight as we transport your taste buds to the vibrant shores of Jamaica! Enjoy authentic Jamaican cuisine made and served by our talented Jamaican culinary team in Aerie Restaurant & Lounge on Thursday, October 26. Savor the rich flavors, spices, and cultural traditions that make this Caribbean Island a food lover's paradise. >>Continue Reading

BOS Wine Local's Night

Every Wednesday evening from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Join in for some wine and camaraderie with friends and neighbors.

BOS Wine 🍷135 Ames Street 🍷 Elk Rapids 🍷 (231) 498-2073

Author Event and Book Signing

Thursday, October 5th, 6 pm



Come enjoy an evening of wine, cider, and literature with Author Dana VanderLugt!

Dana will be at BOS Wine Garden on October 5th presenting her new book "Enemies in the Orchard: A World War 2 Novel in Verse." Since the book is set in an orchard, it makes a perfect pairing for our new ciders!

We are excited to have a fellow Hope College alum here for a book signing and reading followed by an author Q&A. 

The event begins at 6 pm, no reservations needed!

Waterfire Vineyard 🍷12180 Sutter Road 🍷Kewadin 🍷(231) 498-2753

We have a treat for you! Terrain Restaurant is making us ice cream sandwiches! Brie Ice Cream in a Lavender Cookie...talk about yummy gourmet decadence! Stop by Sat. Sept 30th and Sun Oct 1st for a glass of wine and an ice cream treat for $15, ice cream sandwich for $7. It's while supplies last, so don't miss out!

Join us as we celebrate the grape harvest on Saturday, September 30th from 1-7 PM! We're featuring cocktails made with our Rebar Stillworks wine-based spirits. Lost Village Pierogi is bringing their food truck which features their Polished Cuban Grill (pierogies and kielbasa along with Cuban flatbread sandwiches). Local favorite, David Cisco is playing live from 3-7 with his beach vibes and steel drum. Wine specials and features all day. Don't miss out!

Lost Cellars 🍷04434 US Hwy 31 South 🍷Charlevoix 🍷(231) 499-4755

Local Live Music 🎵🎶

Venues offering live music: (click on the name to go to their Facebook page)



• Cellar 152 Pub & Provisions
• Blue Pelican Inn & Restaurant
• Foundry Craft Grillery
• Lost Cellars
• Short's Pull Barn,
• Town Club
• Townline Ciderworks

Torch Lake Cafe

4990 U.S. 31 N., Central Lake,

(231) 599-1111

https://torchlakecafe.com/live-music-lineup/

Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen * 617 Ames Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-0530

CASTLE FARMS

Find details of events at

Upcoming Events – Castle Farms

Castle Farms * 5052 M- 66 * Charlevoix *

(231) 237-0884

2023-2024 Community Connection Concert Series

FALL SEMESTER

Supporters and patrons of Art Rapids can secure up to four (4) complimentary tickets to each of the following concerts in this special series. Follow the links below to learn more and reserve your tickets.

Enter discount code ARCCC during checkout. 

Friday, September 29, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Dance: Fall Showcase

Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 2 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Dance: Fall Showcase

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Jazz Orchestra:

The music of Count Basie and Thad Jones w/ special guest Marcus Elliot

Friday, October 13, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Orchestra and String Orchestra: Gershwin Concerto in F featuring TJ Lymenstull

Saturday, October 14, 2023 | 7:30m p.m. | Corson Auditorium  

Wind Symphony

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Popular Music Ensemble: Made in Detroit- The Music of Motor City

Friday, October 27, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Brass and Percussion: Works by Masters and New Composers

Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. | Corson Auditorium

Orchestra and Wind Symphony

It's time for our Fall, 

ART BEAT Gallery Tour!

Saturday, October 7th

10 am to 5 pm

You know what to do... join us along with our friends at Blue Heron & Mullaly's 128 Galleries for some fun celebrating art in Elk Rapids.

Visit all three galleries for chances to meet artists, see art demonstrations, win prize giveaways, and take in the finest art this region offers!

More details:  https://twistedfishgallery.com/event/art-beat-gallery-tour-in-elk-rapids/

Register for upcoming classes and workshops on our website! Check back often as we will be posting more classes and workshops



https://www.artandconnection.org/register-draft



• Oct. 3, Art Journaling
• Oct. 6 Fly Fishing Frenzy
• Oct. 14 Paper Quilting
• Oct. 19, Hats for Homeless
• Oct. 20, Amber Fall Tree
• Oct. 21, Whimsy Fish

Art and Connection🎨965 Green Street 🎨Elk Rapids🎨 (231) 498-2522

If you have oak in your yard or hike public places where there is oak, please attend this event and find out what it looks like! The quicker it’s found the better the chances are of saving the trees. This stuff is bad, trees will die, we need all eyes on alert. Please come to this meeting at Torch Lake Township Bldg.

Saturday, Oct 7, 10 am.

Garden Cafe at Pine Hill Nursery

The Garden Cafe is open through September,

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11-3 pm

Lions Club Accepting Fall Grant Applications

The Elk Rapids Lions Club is currently accepting Organizational Grant Request applications this fall for community projects that support the Club's mission of "serving the community." Applications will only be accepted if they are received between now and Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023.

The Organizational Grant Requests should be from Elk Rapids and surrounding areas.

“This process gives us the ability to proactively fundraise over and above our annual events as we become aware of special community needs,” said Lions President Shirley Hill.

Organizations should contact the club's Grant Committee Chair, Tami Valenzuela, to request an application or more information by calling 231-735-6799. Applications can also be downloaded directly from our website (search: Elk Rapids Lions Club)

Grant Application and sent to: Elk Rapids Lions Club, PO Box 583, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.

Monday Dinner Specials

5:00 - 7:00 pm $10

Thanks to the Ladies Auxiliary for all they do!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Amvets * 410 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids (231) 264-5182

Elk Rapids Yoga Flow * 212 River Street * Elk Rapids

 elkrapidsyogaflow.com * 231-463-4556

Book your Next Yoga Class today at

www.elkrapidsyogaflow.com/schedule

Friday, September 29, 2023, 9:00 - 10:30 am

Ask the Teacher?

A free opportunity to ask all your yoga questions with our panel of yoga teachers from Elk Rapids Yoga Flow! Maybe you want to ask about how to break a pose down for better understanding or maybe you are wondering about the various types of physical yoga practices and how they are different.

Anything goes! Sign up online just like any class and invite your friends who may be interested in yoga but haven’t had a chance to try it just yet. This is a great opportunity for beginners or for experienced practitioners who may be diving into Yoga philosophy, history, or spiritual teachings.

404 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids (231) 264-8184

www.indulge-elkrapids.com * FACEBOOK PAGE

Back to School Sale

~ 25% off All Retail (Excludes Surface Haircare)

~ 60 Minute Massage or Facial - Buy 1, Get 1 50% off

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE

Message from Judith

For more information about our services check out our website at erbodywise.com and check out our updates HERE.

Last days of summer! -



You're probably well into your fall routine. But technically, we're still enjoying the last days of summer. I hope to have class on the beach again this Thursday and Friday.

For a few more weeks, class will either be at the Harbor, Beach or Lighthouse (508 Elm Street). Please check our Facebook page or text or call me to find out where we will be. 

Cooking Group is now on Tuesdays at 5 pm

Please reach out to me if you are interested in joining us. 

Click HERE for the latest details.

https://erbodywise.com

Waterside Wellness Fall 2023 Schedule Alert 

Starting the first full week in September.

A few new morning times. We will still have Walking Wednesdays - weather permitting.

Book online at Vagaro.com - select classes for group sessions and services for private sessions. Call or text @alice.rubert with any questions.

Grass River Natural Area 

6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire

(231) 533-8576

check online for events: www.grassriver.org

NMC Fall Mushroom Foray at Grass River

Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 1:00 pm (3 hrs), Register through NMC Extended Education

Tour the woods and fields with naturalists at Grass River Natural Area to freshen up on your mushroom identification skills. On the trek, you will seek, find, and identify fun fall fungi. In the process, learn about the life cycles, habitats, and features of these organisms.

Grass River Community Celebration 

Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 6:30 (1.5 hours) 

Join us as we gather to acknowledge the work that has been done to protect the Grass River, organize around future protection projects, and celebrate the official launch of the Grass River Adaptive Management Plan (GRAMP). Register at bit.ly/GRConnectsCelebration.

Kayak Grass River 

Friday, September 28, 2023 - 9:30 am (2.5 hrs.), $45 per person - includes tour, kayak, PFD, and paddle for each participant There is no better way to experience Grass River than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On these morning guided tours, visitors explore Grass River by kayak and find out about GRNA’s conservation efforts, wetland plants, and wildlife. Adults and Teens Only. Limited to small groups, must pre-register. ​Call GRNA to register: at 231-492-8793, or email james@grassriver.org. This program meets at the Grass River Center and then walks to the dock to launch kayaks. Kayaks and paddles are provided and ready for you at the dock.

Autumn Colors in Pastels

Saturday, September 30, 2023 - 1:00 pm (2 hrs), $10 per person, please pre-register, limited space This first week of autumn has brought many changes in the colors here at Grass River.  The green of the trees becomes gold in the tamarack, red of the maples, and rust of beech leaves. In contrast, the animals and birds take on their camouflage plumage.  The woodcock and grouse blend into the fallen leaves.  Pastels are the perfect media to represent this panorama whether it's the bright colors of leaves or the muted colors of camouflage.

NOMI friends: you're invited to support 1000 Books Before Kindergarten for the Elk Rapids District Library at Townline Ciderworks on Oct. 18. It's an amazing place to support a wonderful cause while mingling with great people!

Get your tickets here:

https://www.friendsoftheelkrapidslibrary.org/.../fall...

Jewelry donations are accepted also at the library during business hours.

300 Isle of Pines

Elk Rapids, MI

(231) 264-9979

www.elkrapidslibrary.org

Events at the ERDL!

There are a whole lot of events going on at the library!

See their website calendar for schedules.

September is library sign-up month. Now is a good time to get your own library card. All new sign-ups will get to pick out a toy (for kids) or a book-centric reading sticker to decorate your laptop or water bottle! Through the end of September!

Need a hammer? Sewing Machine? Did you know you can borrow yard games from the Elk Rapids Library's collection? Follow this link, then call or reserve on our online catalog.

https://www.elkrapidslibrary.org/library-of-things

Follow school and sporting events events on the Elk Rapids School Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/erschools

www.erschools.com

School Calendar: https://www.erschools.com/downloads/district_files/year_at_a_glance_23-24_-_final.pdf

Athletics Calendar: https://www.erschools.com/schools/elk-rapids-high-school/athletics/athletics-calendar/

Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center

All are welcome to play Euchre on Saturdays

~ 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/16

Begins at 6:30 pm cost is $5 per person, and cash prizes are based on attendance.

For more information call (231) 676-4496

Sacred Heart * 143 Charles Street * Elk Rapids

An Ecumenical Women’s Retreat on Saturday, October 21, 2023, is being sponsored by the church community of Elk Rapids. Peg Arnold, an internationally known, inspirational speaker from the “Wonder of Women Ministry,” will use a unique blend of Biblical teachings, drama, and humor to encourage us to find our true value and purpose. The theme of the event is “Distracted Hearts, Devoted Hearts.” Evaluations from a similar retreat held in May of 2022 were excellent!

Fellowship begins at 8:30 a.m. with the program time being 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Fellowship Hall of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Elk Rapids. A fee of $25 will include lunch. Grants are available: We are targeting young women, women who don’t have a church affiliation, and women who need financial assistance. Contact Judy Brummeler (231-838-4941, jraeb38@gmail.com) for more information about this grant.

Pre-registration is required. You can register online (erfpc.org) beginning Tuesday,

September 11, 2023 or you can pick up a registration form at your church.

Click Here to Register for the Retreat

Raven Hill is excited to host the newest Smithsonian Museum’s national traveling exhibit, “Spark! Places of Innovation” for six weeks - from August 26 to October 7.

Bring your family and friends to check out this unique traveling exhibit that focuses on innovation and inventions.

Thank you for your support in getting the word out! We hope to see you here at Spark!

Raven Hill Discovery Center*4737 Fuller Road* East Jordan * 231.536.3369

Raven Hill is currently open to visitors seven days a week—10 am to 4 pm on weekdays, noon to 4 m on Saturdays, and 2 pm to 4 pm on Sundays. Call 231.536.3369 or email info@miravenhill.org to make appointments to visit other times, including major holidays.

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Get ready for Halloween Items

Warmer clothes, Fall Decor, Soups, and Good Reads

Thrift Store Hours

Tuesday - Friday 10 - 5 pm * Saturday 10 - 3 pm

Thrift Store 231-938-2990 * Food Pantry 231-267-3002

ACTS * 8925 M-72 E. * WILLIAMSBURG

We're thrilled to announce the TC Paw Cat Rescue Fundraising Vaccine Clinic!

 Date: Monday, October 9th

 Time: Starting at 8 AM (by appointment)

 Location: Elk Rapids Animal Hospital

Take this opportunity to give your pets the care they deserve while supporting TC Paw Cat Rescue's mission to help cats and kittens in need.

Services include wellness exams, core and non-core vaccines, microchipping, and more! All at affordable prices, with most proceeds benefiting TC Paw Cat Rescue.

Remember, this is a pet-by-appointment-only event, so be sure to register early! Call now to secure your spot and help make a difference for our feline friends.

ER Animal Hospital 🐈‍⬛ 714 US 31 S. 🐈‍⬛ Elk Rapids 🐈‍⬛(231) 264-6700

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