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May 9, 2024

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Inside this issue:

• Colonial Inn hosts Afternoon Chill on Wednesday
• May office sponsor is Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies
• New Harbor Springs T-shirts & puzzles
• Member News: Mother's Day brunch options & a free concert; Vernales celebrates 10 years; "Rock The Lot" at Odawa; Get outdoors with the Conservancy

Colonial Inn hosts Afternoon Chill with Historical Society and Gypsy Distillery on Wednesday

This month's Afternoon Chill will be "on the road," hosted by the Colonial Inn, the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society, and Gypsy Distillery at the Colonial Inn, 210 Artesian Ave, Harbor Springs, from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15th. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore a local gem, which is within walking distance of downtown Harbor Springs. No RSVP is needed. Whether you have recently joined or have been a long-time member, this is a great opportunity to connect with our team and network with other members of the local business community. Find out what’s happening around town and meet some wonderful people. Print a PDF flier.

COFFEE & CONVERSATION will be “on the road” at the Harbor Springs Police Department with Lite 96.3’s Mark Elliott and the Breakfast Show from 8 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 4th. Sponsors are Lite 96.3, Johan’s Pastries, and the Harbor Springs Police Department. Mark your calendar for the first Tuesday of every month for Coffee and Conversation. 

> If you'd like to sponsor a future Afternoon Chill or morning Coffee & Conversation by providing refreshments, contact the chamber at 231-526-7999 or email director@harborspringschamber.com.

New Community/Visitors Guide arrives

Chamber Executive Director Bonnie Kulp shows off boxes of the Chamber’s new 70-page Community and Visitors Guide, which have just been delivered to the chamber office. Each chamber member will receive a copy in the mail in the next few days, and other copies are being distributed around Northern Michigan and statewide. Meanwhile, here is the digital version! Thanks to Graham Real Estate for providing our cover picture. If you look closely at the bottom of the picture, you will see that the aerial photo was taken during the Car Festival last August.

Order our next great Harbor Springs T-shirt

Designed by local artist Mary Wadsworth of Journey North

The Chamber has chosen our next great new T-shirt, designed by artist Mary Wadsworth of Journey North at Onawing Farm. The shirts are available for pre-order until Friday, May 17th and will be available to pick up by mid-June, just in time for the 4th of July. We will notify all the pre-orders once the t-shirts have arrived.

The design is on sky blue 100% soft cotton that is pre-washed, but women's sizes tend to run small, so we recommend sizing up. Here are the sizes and prices:

• Men's: M, L - $27; XL/2XL/3XL - $32
• Women's: S, M, L - $27; XL - $32
• Youth: XS, S, M, L - $23

Michigan Artist Mary Wadsworth and her husband/business partner, Guy Wadsworth, run Journey North at Onawing Farm, which reflects the couple’s love of northern Michigan with a rich diversity of artists and goods as beautiful and unique as Michigan. The Wadsworths have journeyed far and wide to create a fun, whimsical boutique featuring exclusive lifestyle brands Journey North and Lake Dog.

New puzzle is a beautiful Nub's Nob scene

The chamber’s new puzzle, a Nub’s Nob sunset scene photographed by David Green, is now available for the public to pre-order. Our seventh limited-edition 504-piece puzzle is available for pre-orders until May 23rd. Chamber members were able to order puzzles at a discount for a limited period that ended April 24. Click here to order for $35.

All puzzles will be delivered to the chamber office by early July. When they arrive, we will email you to pick up your puzzles. We will deliver local orders of 10 puzzles or more. If you need your puzzles delivered outside of our area, please contact us for shipping prices. Anyone who would prefer to pay by check should email angie@harborspringschamber.com, and we will invoice you. We must receive the check by May 23 to qualify for the pre-order price.

> The chamber welcomes submissions for possible future puzzle pictures from artists and photographers. The final pictures will be 16 x 20” and may be submitted to director@harborspringschamber.com.

Chamber's May Office Sponsor is Harbor Brenn

We are pleased to announce that Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies is the June Office Sponsor of the Harbor Springs Chamber of Commerce. Harbor Brenn is your locally-owned independent insurance agency.

When it comes to protecting the things that matter most to you, you want to work with a local agency that cares about you. That’s why at Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies we believe when you win, we win. We strive to find ways to make your life safer, happier, more affordable, and more secure.

Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies is a locally-owned and operated second-generation family business in Northern Michigan. Since our founding in 1977, we have made it our goal to turn insurance into what it always should be - easy. That’s why you won’t find any suits, fancy talk, or jargon, only simple, local, and friendly people who are here to help you find the coverage you need. We understand the unique risks you face better than anyone else can because we face them too. Learn more about this great local company by calling (231) 347-8113 or visiting www.harborbrenn.com. 

> If you’re interested in sponsoring a future month at the chamber office, call 231-526-7999 or email director@harborspringschamber.com. We thank our sponsors on our website, Harbor Happenings newsletter, and social media, as well as giving you an area to display anything you want on the Chamber wall, just inside our front door.

Welcome, new member!

Kim Porta

Keller Williams N. Michigan Horizon office

> Chamber member benefits

> Member application

> Call 231-526-7999 or email us

Thanks for renewing your memberships in April!

Especially the four members who joined when the chamber first opened in 1959

The Harbor Springs Chamber thanks the following businesses and organizations for renewing their memberships during the month of April - and we've included the dates they joined the chamber. Four members joined when the chamber was first established 65 years ago in the first week of May, 1959 - Kelbel Pharmacy, Walstrom Marine, Insurance By Burley and First Community Bank. We appreciate your continuing support! Not a member yet? Join us!

• A.R. Pontius Flower Shop, 4/10/2013
• Angell Healing Arts Wellness Center, 5/12/2023
• Attorneys Title Agency, 4/26/2012
• Bay View Association, 5/18/2000
• Brown Motors, Inc., 4/8/2014
• Carter's Imagewear & Awards, 3/22/2011
• Chestnut Valley Golf Course, 5/5/2011
• Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors, 5/7/2013
• Colin's Confections & Catering, 3/3/2023
• Colonial Inn, 5/25/1995
• Crooked Tree Arts Center, 5/11/2000
• Cross Village Excavating, Inc., 10/28/2016
• D&W Fresh Market, 11/10/2010
• Decka Digital, LLC, 4/13/2012
• Donnelly-Strough Co., 5/25/2021
• Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse, 5/4/2002
• Down East Yachting, 4/25/2022
• Drost Landscape, 5/9/2022
• First Community Bank, 5/1/1959
• Gattle's Inc., 5/23/2019
• Gypsy Distillery, 12/10/2020
• Harbor Hall Foundation, 5/25/2023
• Harbor Light Christian School, 5/24/2021
• Harbor Plaza Center, LLC, 3/25/2016
• Harbor Springs Dressage LLC, 5/1/2023

• Harbor Springs Snowmobile Club, 5/30/2019
• Insurance By Burley, 5/2/1959
• Irish Boat Shop, 5/2/1966
• Jane McDonald, 5/10/2022
• Keith Lutz Custom Builder. LLC, 3/6/2012
• Kelbel Pharmacy, 5/1/1959
• Little Traverse Bay Ferry Co., 2/17/2020
• Little Traverse Yacht Club, 5/11/2009
• MacDonald Garber Broadcasting, 5/15/2000
• Michigan Vacation Destinations, 3/17/2015
• Northern Michigan Escapes, LLC, 4/19/2017
• Original Work Studio, 10/16/2008
• Petoskey Brewing, 4/10/2012
• Ramer & Moore P.C., 4/1/1987
• Raymond James - Douglas Brown and Kimberly Phelps, 4/13/2021
• Rehmann, 3/18/1997
• Spruce Organizing, 4/26/2023
• The Outfitter, 5/21/1971
• Trevor Furbay Harbor Springs, 5/24/2022
• Walstrom Marine, 5/1/1959
• WCMU Public Media, 5/11/1995
• William Horwath, 5/27/2022

Join us for these May ribbon cuttings:

• Monday, May 20, at 9 a.m. - North Wind Property Management, 2525 Terpening Road,  Harbor Springs.
• Wednesday, May 22, at 10 a.m. - Keller Williams Northern Michigan Horizon, 89422 M-119, Harbor Springs.
• Thursday, May 30, at 9 a.m. - Team Honor with the Harbor Springs and Petoskey Chambers at the Harbor Springs Chamber office, 118 E. Main St., Harbor Springs.

Leadership fundraiser at Beard’s nets $6,000 for Child Care Initiative

The Leadership Little Traverse class of 2024 fundraiser at Beards Brewery on April 23rd was a success. There were over 70 people in attendance, and they raised over $6,000 for North Central Michigan College's Child Care Initiative.

With the support of local businesses and individuals, LLT held a silent auction with several prizes: two 45-yard line tickets to a University of Michigan football game; a luxurious 5-night stay in Florida; custom pottery pieces from Sturgeon River Pottery; various gift cards to local restaurants and shops; skydiving and charter fishing trips, door prizes, and much more (see participating vendors list in the attached press release). Attendees were also treated to music from Dane Tollas of Two Track Mind throughout the night.

Funds raised from the event will support the core work of the Child Care Initiative: stabilizing the local childcare workforce, making childcare affordable, developing a new, true cost childcare facility, and connecting parents, employers, and providers. Learn more about the initiative. Read the full press release.

2024 Harbor Springs Special Events Calendar

* = Chamber events | ** = Chamber Foundation events | = Chamber Member Events

All events are subject to change. 

Click here for a printable PDF of the 2024 full year calendar.

May 1-31 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* – Harbor Brenn Insurance Agencies

May 15 – Chillin’ w the Chamber – 4p-6p* On the Road – The Colonial Inn (210 Artesian Ave)

May 22 – Volunteer Appreciation Happy Hour (The New York Restaurant) 4-6p*

May 25-Oct. 19 (Saturdays) – Harbor Springs Farmers Market (Corner of State & Main) 9a-1p

May 27 – Memorial Weekend Parade 10 a.m. and breakfast at the Legion 7-9 a.m.

May 29-Aug. 28 (Wednesdays) – Harbor Springs Farmers Market (Corner of State & Main) 9a-1p

June 1-30 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* –

June 4 – Coffee with the Chamber on the road at the Harbor Springs Police Department, (170 Zoll St.) 8a-10a* - Lite 96.3FM and Johan's Pastries

June 19 – Chillin’ w the Chamber 4p-6p* - w Perry Farm Village

Jun 25 – Night of the Arts Gallery Walk 5:30p-8:30p*

June 27 - Aug 22 – Street Musique** (Every Thursday) 6:30p-8:30p (Except July 4)

Jun 27 – Blessing of the Fleet

July 1-31 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* - Larson Weight Loss

July 4 – Parade* & Fireworks**

July 4 – Harbor Springs Community Schools Art Show (Zorn Park) 9a-4p

July 5 –Friday Night Music in the Park* (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - Ty Parkin & the Old Souls

July 7 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p*- Rivertown Jazz Band

July 10 – N. Michigan Women’s Club/HSACC Annual Art Show (Nub’s Nob) – 9a-4p

July 12-13 – Shay Days – 10-3p

July 12-14 – Blissfest Music Festival

> Full 2024 Calendar.

Check out our area webcams

• Graham Real Estate Bluff Cam - View
• Steeple Cam from atop Holy Childhood Church - View
• Lyric Theatre, downtown - View
• Nub's Nob - View
• The Highlands at Harbor Springs - View

5 amazing facts about motherhood 

From Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan: No matter what day of the year it is, mothers are pretty amazing. Whether little ones arrive in their arms via childbirth, adoption, surrogacy or foster care, the ability to nurture and care for a child is a life-giving accomplishment. It’s a title that should be celebrated every day, not just on a flowers-and-candy holiday each May.

As long as we’re nearing that mark, it’s a good reminder to make sure to reach out to the maternal figures in your life with some extra-special love. This could be your actual mom, an aunt or grandmother, a big sister, or just a person who was really there for you when you needed her. We’ve pulled together some facts that show just how fantastic moms can be. Full story.

Month-long specials

May 13-19 specials

Vernales celebrates 10 years with May specials

Vernales is celebrating their 10th anniversary. Join them during May to celebrate! Enjoy these specials all day, all May long in every room, available in-house or to-go. Check out their Throwback Specials offered May 13-19 for $10 each. Vernales is located at 3018 M-119, Harbor Springs. For instant reservations call 231-242-4777 or book online with Tock. Details here.

Get outdoors with the Conservancy this Spring!

Registration is required for all events. Please visit www.landtrust.org/events/.

MOTHER’S DAY WILDFLOWER WALK at Elmer Johnston Nature Preserve - Friday, May 10  3:30-5 pm. Join Conservation Specialist Amy Lipson for a hike through the beautiful Elmer Johnston Nature Preserve near Good Hart. Along with spring wildflowers you will enjoy beautiful views of Lake Michigan.

BECOME A CITIZEN SCIENTIST - AN EARTH WEEK PLUS EVENT - Location TBD near Cheboygan, Saturday, May 11  2-4 pm. What life can you find on LTC properties? How can you contribute to conservation and biodiversity as a volunteer? LTC Staff will teach us how, through use of the iNaturalist app. We will practice using it as we explore a Conservancy nature preserve near Cheboygan.

LISTENING IN THE DARK: Soundscapes in the Night Sky - The Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Wednesday, May 15, 9-10:30 pm. Good Hart Artist Residency, the Headlands International Dark Sky Park, and Little Traverse Conservancy offer a chance to sharpen your senses with Good Hart Artist Residency Composer-in-Residence Susan Mayo. Mayo is a soundscape artist, composer, and cellist. Participants will embark on a guided hike at sunset and to silently observe the night music of nature. Afterwards, we will gather in the Waterfront Event Center to hear works guided by the muse of nature sounds and composed and played by Susan.

Hummel Trio performs Mother’s Day at First Presbyterian Church

The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra (GLCO) will present The Hummel Trio on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12 at 4 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs. The free public recital is part of GLCO’s Sunday Series, which features small orchestra ensembles performing in churches around Northern Michigan. 

The trio includes GLCO Music Director and Conductor, Dr. Libor Ondras (violin & viola), Emily Grabinski-Conklin (piano), and Andrew Laven, cello. The Mother’s Day Recital will feature music of Brahms, Hummel, Schoenfield, Dvořák, and Kreisler.

The First Presbyterian Church is located at 7940 Cemetery Rd. in Harbor Springs. For more information about the performance and about the non-profit Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010. 

Generous support for the Sunday Recital Series is provided by Carolyn Klender.

To donate to the program, Click this link, then click "Pay for Michigan Youth in Government. Print this flier.

Harbor Springs High School Youth in Government program seeks financial support 

The chamber is including the above flier at the request of Harbor Springs High School social studies students. This is a state-wide program that encourages students to take part in the political process, and they are hoping to get some financial support from the community.

Social studies teacher Josh McDonald is the Lead Advisor for the school’s Michigan Youth in Government program, which he expects to have at least 30 participating Harbor Springs students. “We have two conferences that we attend. We have a one-day Fall Conference in Traverse City and a four-day Early Spring Conference in February. This takes place in Lansing. To make a long story short, students work throughout the year writing bills and proposals that they will then try to pass at the Early Conference in Lansing. Students get to actually use the Capitol Building and get to be mock Representatives and Senators. Students can also participate in mock trial competitions. We usually have at least one team that prepares for that. The reason I am contacting you is because over the last three years, the state legislature allocated money for a grant that schools were able to apply for. We were awarded that grant over the last three years. Now, it doesn't look like that grant is coming back. Without that grant, we are looking at the total cost per student to be around $650. If parents have to pay that amount, I am certain that we will see a pretty big drop off in student participation in this great program.”

The Harbor Springs Area Historical Society has announced its 2024 Blessing of the Fleet event schedule, leading up to the Water Ceremony and Boat Parade on Thursday, June 27th. Click here for details and registration. Printable PDF schedule.

Mother's Day brunch options:

Pond Hill takes reservations for brunch, complete with local flower bouquets

Petoskey Restaurant Week continues through Mother's Day

Restaurant Week in Petoskey continues through Mother's Day. Treat Mom and the whole family to specialty menu features thru Sunday, May 12. Time to eat out, expand your culinary palate, and leave the dishes to Wineguys Restaurant Group. City Park Grill is offering a three-course tasting menu for $35: Choose from 7 specialty appetizers, 6 specialty entrées and 2 house-made desserts. Palette Bistro’s three-course prix fixe is $40 with a choice of 4 starters 4 specialty entrées and 2 house-made desserts. Roast & Toast prix fixe features 2 three-course menus for $20. Click for full details. 

Celebrate Mother's Day at Vernales! Join us for a special Mother's Day Brunch from 11am to 3pm, followed by our regular menu available after 3 p.m. 3018 M-119, Harbor Springs. Instant reservations: Call 231-242-4777 now or book online with Tock.

Small Batch at the Cupola website

Restaurant 231-242-4686

Bakery 231-412-6062

Give Mom AND Dad the Day Off on Mother’s Day This Year!

STAFFORD'S BAY VIEW INN CLASSIC BUFFET - DINE IN - Sunday, May 12 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Adults: $49 | Children: $25 (4-10 yrs.)

CLICK HERE to view buffet menu and carry out options.

Call 231-347-2771 for reservations

Make this Mother’s Day extra special this year by treating Mom and Dad to a one-night stay at the Bay View Inn on Saturday, May 11, which includes Mother's Day Buffet for two on Sunday ($100 value!). This offer starts at $299 in Primrose Room.

CLICK HERE for the one night lodging special details.

MOTHER’S DAY AT THE PERRY HOTEL

Breakfast (A la carte): 7 - 11 a.m.

Brunch (A la carte): 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Reservations: 231-347-4000

CLICK HERE to view breakfast and brunch menus

WEATHERVANE RESTAURANT MOTHER’S DAY BUFFET

She gets the smiles, you get the thanks! We would be honored if you joined us for our Mother's Day Buffet.

Sunday, May 12 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Adults: $39 Children: $21 (4-10 yrs.)

CLICK HERE to view menu

CLICK HERE to make a reservation on-line, or call 231-547-4311.

Odawa Casino will “Rock the Lot” on May 19th

Odawa Casino presents their first-ever Rock the Lot Locals Event from 12 noon to 8 p.m. outdoors and continuing indoors at Room 94 from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight on Sunday, May 19. Enjoy brews, bites, and beats with Room 94 beers, local food trucks, outdoor games, and incredible live music. Food trucks from Stiggs BBQ and Chavez Kitchen will be featured. The music schedule is Derailed from 1 to 3 p.m., Driving Dawn from 5 to 7 p.m., and Lavender Lions from 8 to 10 p.m. in Room 94. Rock the Lot includes an outdoor tent with seating area, cornhole and other outdoor games, with prizes and giveaways from Q100 radio.

“Eating for Others” supports 3 local nonprofits

Since its inception in 2017 Wineguys Restaurant Group annual Eating for Others events have been providing community support to local nonprofit organizations. This philanthropic endeavor, hosted by Wineguys eateries - City Park Grill, Palette Bistro, and Roast & Toast in Petoskey -  aims to spotlight and support local three organizations. Now celebrating its 8th year, Wineguys Restaurants will donate 10% of dining proceeds on three designated Wednesdays in May:

• Wednesday, May 15 - Roast & Toast to benefit Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council
• Wednesday, May 22 - Palette Bistro to benefit Groundwork Center
• Wednesday, May 29 - City Park Grill to benefit Challenge Mountain

As Wineguys Partner and Palette Bistro General Manager Joe Keedy said: "We consider it our privilege to contribute, whether it's through soup and coffee donations to Brother Dan’s Food Pantry, supporting local nonprofits and school fundraisers, or participating in area events. Giving back is ingrained in our company culture." Read the full article.

Join Team Honor for Zoo-de-Mack Weekend

You can participate in the Zoo-de-Mack bike ride, a scenic event with festivities and a route that offers stunning views of Lake Michigan. Or you can opt to play golf at a Team Honor event hosted by Captain Phillips at The Highlands at Harbor Springs. 

Les Cheneaux Culinary School

Spring Wine-Paired Dinner

Thursday-Friday, May 23 & 24

5:30 Cocktail Hour (optional)

6:30 Dinner

$100/person + $30 wine flight

186 S. Pickford Avenue, Hessel, MI

Reservations: call (906) 484-4800

with credit card ready, as prepayment is required

CTAC Ballet presents Charlie & the Chocolate Factory in Harbor Springs June 7-8

Join the CTAC School of Ballet for their original, full length ballet of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory based on the 1971 film. Performances are June 7 and 8 at the Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $25 Adults, $5 Students, $50 Friend of the School of Ballet (Reserved Seating).

Charlie is one of five international winners in a contest created by the great chocolate maker, Willy Wonka. With the promise of a lifetime supply of chocolate, each contestant is put to the test by Wonka himself. As the story unfolds, we see how the five winners navigate the challenges before them and suffer the dire consequences of not respecting Wonka’s instructions. Since Charlie demonstrates the honesty, humility, and kindness that aligns with Willy Wonka’s values, he inherits much, much more than a lifetime supply of chocolate! “The secret is, it’s not the chocolate that matters. It’s the people you share it with.”

Click on a performance for tickets:

• Friday, June 7th at 7:00 pm 
• Saturday, June 8th at 1:00 pm 
• Saturday, June 8th at 7:00 pm

GOLDEN TICKET RAFFLE - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is sponsored in part by Luci & Carl's Candy Cabin with Grandpa Shorter's Gifts. Enter the Golden Ticket raffle at Grandpa Shorter's, J.W. Shorter, The Katydid or Luci and Carl's Candy Cabin and you could win 4 VIP tickets to one of the evening performances. Stop in to enter by May 31st, raffle drawing will be held on June 1st.

Char-Em offers summer camps for kids June 18-20

Char-Em ISD's summer camps for kindergarten-11th graders will be in full swing June 18-20. Camps are offered in Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, and Pellston. Transportation provided at no additional cost (except to Pellston). Complete details and registration for each camp.

Career Academy for Kids is for K-8th graders and includes a variety of class options, including kid-preneur skill building, a beauty salon, nature exploration, photography, Char-Em med, cooking, E-sports and more! A powersports repair class takes place in Pellston. 

Construction Technology Academy is for 6th-10th graders and takes place at Petoskey High School's building trades classroom where kids will learn the basics of construction while building a lifejacket kiosk for a local park. 

Lineworker Training Academy is for 8th-11th graders and takes place at Boyne City High School and the Great Lakes Energy training yard in Boyne Falls. 

The one-of-a-kind Public Safety Academy, also for 8th-11th graders, culminates in a real-life search-and-rescue training operation with more than a dozen regional emergency response agencies. Home base for operations is Harbor Springs High school.

Great Lakes Energy People Fund awards $146,000 in grants

In its first round of grants for 2024, Great Lakes Energy’s People Fund has awarded 61 grants totaling more than $146,000 to local non-profit organizations across the cooperative’s 26-county service area, which stretches from Kalamazoo to the Mackinac Straits. Since its inception in 1999, the People Fund has awarded more than $4.6 million in grants.

The program's funding comes from electric cooperative members who agree to have their monthly bills rounded up to the next whole dollar. Members are encouraged to enroll in the People Fund online at gtlakes.com or by contacting Great Lakes Energy’s office.

Grants are awarded twice each year by volunteer board members representing the cooperative’s north, central, and south regions.

The north region board awarded the 21 grants totaling $69,543.70 in the first grant cycle of 2024. Great Lakes Energy’s northern service district includes the counties of Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Missaukee, Montmorency, Otsego, and Oscoda. Information on grants awarded to organizations in GLE’s central and south regions are listed at gtlakes.com/people-fund/.

Harbor Springs Chamber members that received grants include:

• Challenge Mountain, Boyne City: $5,000 for an enclosed utility trailer for adaptive biking.
• Harbor Springs Area Historical Society, Harbor Springs: $2,500 for exhibit lighting for the restoration of the Ephraim Shay Hexagon House and Innovation Museum.
• Manna Food Project, Harbor Springs: $2,500 to update business management technology.
• Raven Hill Discovery Center, East Jordan: $1,950 artifacts and supplies for the Innovations Across the Ages Evolving Technology expansion project.

Now showing at the Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre: Last chance for Challengers. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes join The Fall Guy & Unsung Hero. IF Advance Screening, 5/16. Tickets and showtimes. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance via our app or website and arriving early to check in, purchase concessions, and enjoy our pre-show.

Friendship Center hosts lunch and activities

We have a variety of exercise programs such as Yoga, Strength & Balance, Drumfit and Line Dancing. Check out our activities: We have Bingo, Rummikub, live music, Movie Day and Virtual History Talks. Hope to see you soon! The Friendship Center is located at 305 West Main St., Harbor Springs, phone 231-526-6061. Website.

Chamber members, help us promote you!

Let us know about your business news, promotions and events! Our Harbor Happenings newsletter deadline is Tuesday for publication each week on Thursday morning - it’s a free benefit of membership.

> REACH 1,000 people with your ad or press release in Harbor Happenings. You’ll get great local exposure - our newsletter goes out to 2,000 people and is opened by more than 1,000 each week. We can create your ad or give you the specs to have your people do it. We invoice you after your ad runs. Here are your advertising options:

• Display ad and web link at the top of the Thursday newsletter - $75.
• Display ad and web link after the third story in the newsletter - $50.
• Exclusive e-blast featuring your business, any day but Thursday - $150.

To send us your news, reserve an ad or ask questions, email jim@harborspringschamber.com.

> May Newsletter - Sign up here to receive the city newsletter and meeting notices.

> Members are invited to post their openings on the Chamber Jobs Page. Log in to post, or email angie@harborspringschamber.com for assistance.

PETOSKEY-BAY VIEW COUNTRY CLUB - We are hiring for the summer - plenty of opportunities in the clubhouse including: servers, bussers, food runners, expo, line cook, prep cook. Email eshumway@pbvcc.com and specify what position you’re looking for.

MCBRIDE CUSTOM HOMES - Summer Administrative Intern. Details.

INGRAIN X LAKE ART - Gallery & Studio Manager. Details.

BAY VIEW ASSOCIATION - Finance director/chief financial officer. Details.

WINEGUYS RESTAURANT GROUP

• Servers - City Park Grill (Full, Part-time, and Seasonal Positions) - Details.
• Hosts - City Park Grill (Full, Part-time, and Seasonal Positions) - Details.
• Back of House - City Park Grill (Full, Part-time, and Seasonal Positions). Details.

PETOSKEY-HARBOR SPRINGS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - Director of Finance and Operations. Details.

POND HILL FARM is hiring for our Café Kitchen & Market - Join our family. Email resume to info@pondhill.com.

THE CLUB AT THE BREAKERS is hiring. Join our amazing staff for a unique summer work experience in beautiful St. Ignace, overlooking the water. Hone your culinary skills and polish your service skills this summer. We are looking for hosts, servers, bartenders, cooks and dishwashers. There are also opportunities for extended employment plus potential summer housing if needed. Email your resume to rosalie@tpbresorts.com. Our website - www.theclubatbreakers.com. Job flier.

TRUE NORTH GOLF CLUB - Employee housing available for these positions:

• Gardener
• Line Cook
• Server 
• Housekeeper - $18-$20/hour, Full & Part-Time seasonal positions available.

BIRCHWOOD CONSTRUCTION - https://www.bccfamily.com/careers

BC PIZZA - Join our team - apply here: https://bc.pizza/join-the-team/

HARBOR SPRINGS MARKET - Help wanted, full and part time, flexible hours, 401k, competitive pay, 10% off groceries. 300 W Lake St, (231) 526-2101.

PIERSON’S GRILLE & SPIRITS is looking for full-time and part-time positions for front and back of house, including servers and hosting. Competitive wages, flexible schedule, willing to train. Bring in your resume, or apply online at piersonsgrille.com. Resumes can be emailed to brea@symonsgeneralstore.com. 231-526-2967.

NEW YORK RESTAURANT is accepting applications. Competitive wages, consistent hours and food discounts. Stop in Wednesday through Sunday 3-9 to fill out an application. Email qualifications to info@thenewyork.com or text 231-330-2810.



STAFFORD'S HOSPITALITY:

• Bay View Inn
• Perry Hotel & Noggin Room Pub
• Crooked River Lodge & Suites
• Pier Restaurant
• Weathervane Restaurant

BIRCHWOOD FARMS COUNTRY CLUB - Various positions - Details.

ODAWA CASINO - Employment Page.

PRESTON FEATHER BUILDING CENTERS - Various positions.

TOP OF MICHIGAN TRAILS COUNCIL - Development Director - Details.

THE HIGHLANDS AT HARBOR SPRINGS - Employment Page.

HARBOR SPRINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS - Employment Page.

NORTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN COLLEGE - Join our team.

MCLAREN NORTHERN MICHIGAN HOSPITAL - Employment Page.

WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER - Various job opportunities.

EMMET COUNTY - Various positions. Details.

College Central Network for North Central Michigan College.

> Find a job or post a job opening.

Thank you and welcome, new Chamber members!

These local businesses and organizations have joined the Harbor Springs Chamber in recent weeks. We'd love to have you join them - and us!

• Stutsmanville Chapel
• Keller Williams Northern Michigan Horizon
• Petoskey-Bay View Country Club
• Manthei Capital LLC
• Committee to Elect Matthew Leirstein Emmet County Sheriff
• Pregnancy Care Center of Petoskey
• Cedar Walls Resort
• North Wind Property Management LLC
• Eikenhout Inc.
• Edgewater Design Group

> Chamber member benefits

> Member application

> Call 231-526-7999 or email us

July 10th Art Show welcomes Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club as Premier Sponsor

The organizers of the July 10th Art Show at Nub’s Nob Resort have announced that Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club has come aboard as their Premier Sponsor. The Art Show is organized by the Harbor Springs Area Chamber and the Northern Michigan Women's Club. 

“It’s a great match to have Birchwood Farms, one of the premier country clubs in the region, joining us to sponsor one of the premier art shows in Northern Michigan,” said Chamber Executive Director Bonnie Kulp.

The chamber and the Women’s Club teamed up to restart the Art Show in 2023, after a three-year pandemic hiatus. Last year’s show was a major success, attracting 84 artists and hundreds of art lovers. More than 100 artists are expected this year, and very few booths remain for the July 10th show. Interested artists are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. To apply please click the following links:

• Artist Contract/Application
• Booth Map and Pricing 

The Art show runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 10th. Admission is a suggested donation of $5. Proceeds from the Art Show benefit the Harbor Springs Chamber and the many charitable organizations supported by the Northern Michigan Women's Club. Anyone with questions may contact Bonnie at the chamber, 231-526-7999, or email director@harborspringschamber.com.

Harbor Springs hats, puzzles, T-shirts, notecards, ornaments are available at the Chamber office

The Harbor Springs Chamber is selling a number of unique locally branded items. You can help support the chamber by purchasing puzzles, T-shirts, Car Festival hats, ornaments and notecards featuring scenes of our community. All are available at the chamber office, 118 E. Main Street. All listed prices include tax.

HARBOR SPRINGS T-SHIRTS are available at the Chamber office. Street Musique and other shirts are also available. Limited sizes are available and remaining shirts are $20 ($5 off!). New T-shirt coming this summer.

HARBOR SPRINGS PUZZLES - Several recent puzzles are available for $25 ($10 off!) at the chamber office. Details. New puzzle coming this summer.

TILEWORKS ORNAMENTS - We are offering our first Limited Edition Chamber Ornament in blue with choices of 5 ribbon colors. Only 100 have been made. Thanks to Little Traverse Tileworks for producing this one-of-a-kind ornament for us! Ribbon colors are black, white, olive, gold, and gray for $15 including tax.

CAR FESTIVAL HATS - We are offering a Commemorative Car Festival soft cotton hat with the Car Festival logo for $10 ($15 off!). Details.

HARBOR SPRINGS NOTECARDS - A set of 12 is available for $10 ($5.95 off!). With your purchase you will receive 3 each of the 4 photographs, in a lovely bag sealed with the chamber logo, ready for you to give as gifts or individual notes. You can mail up to three sets for an additional $10. Details.

LED BALLOONS - Join the party! These multi-colored LED Transparent Luminous Balloons are available for $10 including tax with flashing or stationary lights. Your kids will enjoy these fun balloons with an 18" stem and hand grip, which make it easy to run around. They are popular any time - 4th of July or winter nights like our Tree Lighting and Downtown Open House.

Please consider donating to Street Musique or one of our other Chamber Foundation funds:

• Harbor Springs Street Musique
• Harbor Springs Annual 4th of July Fireworks
• Harbor Springs Car Festival
• Harbor Springs Chamber New Building Fund

> Details and donation link.

Membership in the Harbor Springs Area Chamber is open to all businesses, organizations, and individuals. Information presented in the chamber newsletter does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the chamber or its membership. It is provided here as information only, as submitted by member businesses and organizations.

SPREAD THE NEWS - We'd love to send you the weekly Harbor Happenings newsletter. To subscribe, unsubscribe, advertise or submit your news, email

jim@harborspringschamber.com.

Thanks to our Newsletter Sponsors!

The sponsor group includes:

THE COLONIAL INN at 210 Artesian Avenue, the only hotel in the City of Harbor Springs, owned by the Brown family for three generations.

BREAKERS RESORT, a beachfront resort, bar and restaurant on beautiful Lake Huron. Breakers has been in the Brown family since 2004.

THE CLUB AT BREAKERS is the only hotel waterfront restaurant and beach bar in St. Ignace, featuring lakefront views, delicious libations, and delectable food.

Chamber office hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., M-F

118 East Main Street, Harbor Springs MI 49740

231-526-7999 | info@harborspringschamber.com

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