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July 3, 2024

The Chamber Board & Staff wish you a happy and safe Independence Day!

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Inside this issue:

• Full July 4th schedule; Soo Pipe Band is coming!
• 4th of July includes Street Musique
• Art Show set for Nub's Nob on July 10th
• Larson Health Weight Loss is July Office Sponsor
• Member News: Colonial Inn receives Tripadvisor award; Orchestra concert; Young Americans, Lots of entertainment, Farmers Market report

The 4th of July Parade always draws a big crowd to downtown Harbor Springs.

Here's the full schedule for a fun-filled 4th of July

• Wiener Dog Races at 11 a.m. (registration at 10) on July 3rd in Jean Jardine Park. Dogs will also march in the parade.
• Paul Revere 5K &10 Mile Run, 8 a.m. July 4th. Detail & registration.
• American Legion Breakfast, 8-11 a.m., 101 E. 3rd Street.
• 48th Annual Art in the Park, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Zorn Park (waterfront). Email artshow@harborps.org for info. Print flier.
• 4th of July Parade organized by the Chamber at 1 p.m. July 4th. Enter the parade by 12 noon July 3rd. Parade begins at City Hall, continues west on Main Street, turns south on State Street and then east on Bay Street, returning to City Hall. Placing chairs on the parade route can begin at 7 a.m. If you’re not able to attend the parade in person, you can watch it live from the Holy Childhood Steeple Cam, Holy Childhood Community Center Cam, or the Lyric Theatre webcam.
• Street Musique music and performers in downtown Harbor Springs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 4th. Details here and in story below.
• Fireworks at dusk, approximately 10:30 p.m. over the harbor. Note - due to school construction at Odawa Stadium, the stadium will be closed for fireworks viewing. Click here to make a donation; please designate Fireworks, Street Musique or Car Festival in the "add special instructions to seller" space.
• "The Big Lebowski" at The Lyric - $2 special movie will be shown at 11 p.m. after the fireworks at the Lyric Theater Harbor Springs.

Sault Pipes & Drums Band will march in our parade!

For the first time since 2019, the Sault Pipes and Drums Band of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, will be marching in the Harbor Springs 4th of July Parade. MacGregor Plumbing and Heating spearheaded an effort to raise $1500 to bring the band here. Contributing to this effort in addition to MacGregor were: Louis A. Hoffman Nursery, Wentworth Builders, MacGregor Bros., Graham Realty, First Community Bank, HT Roofing, American Legion Post 281, Demmer Corporation, Harbor Light News, and Good Hart General Store.

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Street Musique features country theme July 4th

The always fabulous July 4th celebration in Harbor Springs is even better this year with Street Musique! The lead-up to a spectacular fireworks display is a downtown filled with music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday. The first full Street Musique of the summer features a "Country Week" theme. Come enjoy the various sounds and melodies of area musicians while strolling around our downtown, rain or shine.

Here is our July 4th entertainment line-up with the location map above:

• Alex Teller + Andy Travis at Johan’s
• Wyatt & Shari Knapp at Finishing Touch
• Tommy Tropi at Yummies
• Red Thyme on State Street
• The Whiskey Charmers at the Waterfront

Musicians will be performing from 6:30-8:30 pm every Thursday through August 22nd. With so many different styles of music offered block to block, every member of the family can relish the local rhythms while eating an ice cream with the kids or just enjoying a beautiful summer evening walk.

Street Musique is underwritten by the Harbor Springs Area Chamber Foundation, administered by the Chamber, with talent acquisition by the Blissfest Music Organization.

> We need your support to continue Street Musique this year and every year. Click here to make a donation and be listed along with other sponsors. Donations are tax-deductible and much appreciated. For further information, contact the Harbor Springs Chamber of Commerce at 231-526-7999.

NEXT WEEK - Street Musique continues with a full line-up of downtown music and fun with a “Tour de Bliss” theme on Thursday, July 11th, featuring:

• Nathan & Jessie at Johan's
• Daniel Bracken at Finishing Touch
• Tommy Tropic at Yummies
• Nicholas James Thomasma and The Painted Lady on State Street
• Great Lakes Brass at the Waterfront

Full Street Musique schedule.

Thanks to the sponsors who make Street Musique possible!

Brought to you by

Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation

Season Sponsors

City of Harbor Springs

Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau

The Steve and Amy Van Andel

Foundation

Conductor Sponsors

Gale and Anne Stephens

Concertmaster Sponsors

Dodson Payment Solutions

First Community Bank

Harbor Springs Excavating

Harbor Wear

The Outfitter

Tom's Mom's Cookies

C. James Hyslop

EC and Leslie Jones

Michael and Karen McMurray

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Add your name to this list

Click here to donate - and designate "Street Musique" in the "Special instructions to seller" space.

First Chair Sponsors

American Spoon Foods

Best Western of Harbor Springs

Cottage Company

Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls

Evening Star Joinery

Harbor Springs B C Pizza

Harbor Springs Garden Club

Lakeside Painting-LP LLC

Northland Self Storage

Phyllis Lapiana Trust

Rocking Horse Toy Co.

Turkey's Café & Pizzeria

John D. Baker

Terry Balven

John and Barbara Bartley

Susan Baumgartner

William and Gail Brown

Stephen and Jonne Bush

Ronald Cocquyt

Jack and Geri Daly 

Michael and Karen Donnelly

Richard Dudzik

Robert Freeman

Richard and Carol Godfrey

Bill and Dana Mulder

Lois Park

Jonathan Parlow

Michael Pettibone

Glenn and Barbara Reed

Steven and Janet Sandor

Peter and Elizabeth Schiff

Ronny and Ellen Schmier 

Lou and Sally Soverinsky

Thomas and Caroline Smith

Cordelia Sweetland

Tina Louise Thompson

James and Angela Jayne Weber

John and Jean Wickett

Chamber looking for part-time admin assistant

Looking for a fast-paced, fun and engaging work opportunity? The Chamber is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant. This job is for 20 hours a week, so you'll still have time to enjoy all the area has to offer, and you will get to work with the community and our local businesses. Here is the full job description.

Don't wait - this is a great opportunity for the right person! All inquiries and applications should be directed to: Bonnie Kulp, Executive Director. Email director@harborspringschamber.com or call 231-526-7999.

The salary will be commensurate with experience. We will close this opportunity when we find the right person for the job.

New puzzles and T-shirts are now available

HOLIDAY CHAMBER OFFICE HOURS - If you would like to pick up your chamber T-shirt or puzzles prior to the 4th, you will need to stop by the chamber office at 118 E. Main Street from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, July 3rd. We will not be open on July 4th as we will be running the parade. The office will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, July 5th.

The latest editions edition of the Harbor Springs Puzzles and T-shirts have arrived at the Chamber, and are ready to be picked up by those who have pre-ordered. If you requested to have your puzzle shipped, they have been mailed. If you did not originally request to have the puzzle mailed to you, but you would like to have it mailed now, we are happy to assist.  

Additional puzzles are available for $35 each + tax at the chamber office. You may also visit Kelbel Pharmacy, Harbor Wear, the Harbor Springs Historical Society and Johan's to purchase additional puzzles. In the fall, when Nub's Nob reopens, they will also have puzzles available for sale. 

4TH OF JULY T-SHIRTS - The chamber’s new 4th of July T-shirts have also arrived, and are available at the Chamber office and Harbor Springs Market. We have notified everyone who pre-ordered shirts, and those people can pick them up at the chamber. This great new shirt was designed by artist Mary Wadsworth of Journey North at Onawing Farm. Our thanks go out to Mark Carter of Carter's Imagewear & Awards for producing the shirts quickly and professionally.

Anyone with questions may call 231-526-7999 or email director@harborspringschamber.com.

Record largest Art Show at Nub's Nob on July 10

A record number of artists have registered for the July 10th Art Show at Nub’s Nob Resort, but there are still about 10 booth spaces available in this year’s expanded show. The Art Show is organized by the Harbor Springs Area Chamber and the Northern Michigan Women's Club.

Here is the updated Booth Map and Pricing, and here is the Artist Contract/Application for artists who would like to participate. 

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. The organizers have announced that Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club has come aboard as the Premier Sponsor for the event.

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.

Larson Healthy Weight Loss is Chamber Office Sponsor for July

We are pleased to announce that Larson Health Weight Loss is the July (and August!) Office Sponsor of the Harbor Springs Chamber of Commerce. 

Larson Health Weight Loss provides 1-On-1 Nutrition and Weight Loss Coaching. Kim Larson’s coaching and accountability ensure that you get to an ideal healthy place and a healthy weight for you. We have weekly calls with you to keep you accountable, reminder messages for weekly weigh-ins, delicious healthy recipes to help you with portion control, and options for your favorite foods in a healthy way. We know life is always throwing curve balls at us, so we work with you to learn how to manage through them.

We have been in your shoes before, whether it was caring for someone else, being influenced by others, being too busy to focus, life-long family history of obesity, and so many more challenges. We are here to work through these challenges one healthy habit at a time. This isn’t some fad diet or quick fix gimmick, we teach you how to eat for life and how to recover from gaining a few back. 

Call (312) 623-6868 or email kimlarson@larsonhealthweightloss.com for details, and if you mention the Harbor Springs Chamber, we’ll give you 50% off your first month and a free recipe book. 

> 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.

If you love our fireworks, please consider a donation to the Chamber Foundation

Coming soon - fireworks over the harbor! July 4th in Harbor Springs ends with a spectacular show of fireworks shot from a barge in the harbor. Do you know that the fireworks display is paid for by donations from the community? Yes, each year the Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation, the nonprofit organization that hosts the fireworks, Street Musique, and the Car Festival, raises the funds for this annual display.

The budget this year for the July 4th fireworks is $56,000. Yes, that is a lot! The Chamber Foundation is very grateful for the many people who generously donate funds to make the fireworks display happen.

If you love the July 4th fireworks show, please consider a donation to the Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation. Contributions can be made mailed to 118 E Main St, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 or you can donate online.

> Illustration: 4th of July fireworks over the harbor as seen in a painting by Trisha Witty of Witty Art Galerie.

Thanks for renewing your memberships in June!

The Harbor Springs Chamber thanks the following businesses and organizations for renewing their memberships during the month of June - and we've included the dates they joined the chamber. We appreciate your continuing support! Not a member yet? Join us!

Bar Harbor, 8/3/2020

Belle Aquatic, 4/5/2011

Boyer Glassworks Studio & Gallery, 6/15/1985

Brett Wheeler State Farm Agency, 6/23/2022

Common Angle, Inc., 7/10/2002

Crooked Tree Breadworks, 7/19/2005

Douglas Allan Bacon Fine Jewelry, 6/15/2022

Emmet Brick and Block, 8/26/2020

Finishing Touch, 8/1/2023

Five Star Screen Printing Plus, 7/29/2022

Gary High, 1/1/2016

Graham Real Estate, 7/1/1973

Great Lakes Home Care Unlimited, 5/3/2023

Happy Days and Nights Bed & Breakfast and Winery, 8/7/2020

Harbor Auto LLC, 7/28/1998

Harbor Light Christian School, 5/24/2021

Harbor Springs Computers, 7/1/1991

Harbor Springs Market, 6/1/1988

Jennifer Tyler Knitwear LLC, 7/31/2018

JMK Fitness, LLC, 10/7/2022

Johan's Pastry Shop, 7/1/1999

John Damoose, 5/24/2022

Key to the World Travel with Tracy Hunt, 7/28/2023

Kilwin's Harbor Springs, 7/16/2010

Lake Effect Restoration, 6/13/2023

Legs Inn, 7/8/1985

L'Esprit+elle, 10/23/1990

Mackinac Island Ferry Co., 7/12/2018

Nelson Forster & Stikovich, PC, 7/2/2021

PEcado Ltd., 3/23/2021

Raven Hill Discovery Center, 7/15/2022

Rising Hope Equestrian Center, 7/18/2019

The Salvation Army, 7/1/2019

Thomas & Milliken Millwork, 8/5/2020

Tom's Mom's Cookies, 7/20/1988

TOPOnexus-Center for Learn Local, 7/1/2020

Yummies, 6/21/2010

Barbara Boz celebrates new location

The chamber helped Barbara Boz Boutique celebrate their new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday. From left are Chamber Executive Director Bonnie Kulp, Barbara Boz, DDA Chair Gail Brown, and Barbara’s sales associate Claire.

“I love my new location at 175 E Main Street,” Barbara said. “It’s precious and charming with a beautiful historic façade. I painted the lower half a deep charcoal, which really sets it apart. I loved my previous location too, but the building sold suddenly so the decision to move was made for me. I have fully embraced this location and I am thrilled to call it home!”

Committee to Elect Matt Leirstein Emmet County Sheriff ribbon cutting

The chamber welcomed new member The Committee To Elect Matthew Leirstein Emmet County Sheriff with a ribbon cutting at Johan’s Pastries on Friday. Attending with chamber officials and ambassadors were Matt Leirstein, Sheriff’s Sgt. Sam Hunt and Sgt. Rich Bankey. 

Join us for these ribbon cuttings:

• Wednesday, July 17, at 4:30 p.m. during our Afternoon Chill - Larson Health Weight Loss, at the Chamber office, 118 E. Main Street.
• Thursday, July 18, at 4:30 p.m. - @properties Christie's International RE Harbor Springs, 131 E. Bay Street, Harbor Springs.
• Tuesday, August 20, at 4 p.m. - The Breakers Resort, The Club at Breakers, and Northern Entertainment Consultants at 927 N. State St., St. Ignace.

Afternoon Chill includes a ribbon cutting on July 17th

The Harbor Springs Chamber will host our next Afternoon Chill event from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 17th, at the Chamber office. At 4:30 p.m., we will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for new member Larson Health Weight Loss. Help us welcome Kim Larson as a new member; her business is also this month’s Chamber Office Sponsor. Find out what’s happening around town and meet some wonderful people. Afternoon Chill is held on the third Wednesday of each month with drinks, appetizers and conversation. No RSVP is needed. The Chamber is located at 118 E. Main Street in downtown Harbor Springs. 

COFFEE & CONVERSATION will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the chamber office from 8 to 10 a.m. The informal agenda is conversation and connections with chamber staff and other members. No RSVP is needed.

> 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 Bonnie at director@harborspringschamber.com.

Friday Night Music in the Park starts this week

The Chamber is excited to present six exciting Friday evening concerts in Marina Park from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., starting July 5th:

• July 5 - Ty Parkin & the Old Souls
• July 19 - Keith Scott
• July 26 - Shouting Bones
• Aug. 2 - Two Track Mind
• Aug. 9 - Michelle Chenard
• Aug. 16 - Jelly Roll Blues Band

Thank you to Stafford's Pier Restaurant for sponsoring our Friday concerts.

Sunday Music in the Park concerts begin July 7th

The Chamber is excited to present six exciting Sunday afternoon concerts in Marina Park with Rivertown Jazz Band, Sunshine String Band and others this summer.

• July 7 - Rivertown Jazz Band
• July 21 - Rivertown Jazz Band
• July 28 - Peter Allen Jensen
• August 4 - Sunshine String Band
• August 11 - Rivertown Jazz Band
• August 18 - Rivertown Jazz Band

Bring your blanket and get some take out meals and beverages from a local restaurant. Come prepared to enjoy these performers' beautiful sounds from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Sponsors of Sunday Music in the Park are Perry Farm Village, First Community Bank, The New York Restaurant, The Highlands at Harbor Springs, and John Franciscus and Family.

Movies in the Park debut July 16 with "Shrek"

The Chamber’s Tuesday Night Movies in the Park will debut with a showing of “Shrek” at 9:30 p.m. July 16 in Zorn Park. Harbor Ice Cream Soup & Sandwiches is providing the outdoor movie screen and equipment, and our premier sponsor The Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre will provide free popcorn. Admission is free. Here is the movie line-up:

• July 16 - Shrek
• July 23 - Cinderella with Cate Blanchett
• July 30 - Toy Story

The movies will start at dusk, so have your blankets and pillows available for the kids. It's a family friendly activity under the stars that everyone can enjoy.

Calling future leaders: Leadership application deadline nears

The application deadline is nearing for the next class of Leadership Little Traverse. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Monday, July 15th. Applications are available online. 

Leadership Little Traverse is a community leadership program hosted by the Petoskey Regional and Harbor Springs Area Chambers of Commerce. The class of 2025 will be the 24th class to go through the program. Sessions begin in September of 2024 and will be held monthly through May 2025. Each session is a full day in length and introduces class members to different facets of the community while helping them hone personal leadership skills.

This is an incredible opportunity to:

1. Learn about the state of our community, its systems, and current issues.
2. Develop your civic leadership skills and capacity to make an impact.
3. Find your path and commit to doing 'community better' in the Little Traverse Bay Region.

In addition to the classroom experiences, the participants will undertake a class-wide community service project and a personal leadership project. Each participant will develop a mentor relationship with a community leader.

The leadership program cost is $900 per person. A limited number of scholarships will be available for those who need financial assistance. Class size is limited, and members of the class are selected based on the strength of their application.

We offer both an online application, as well as a printed version. You can learn more about the program and access the applications here. The application will take time and thought to complete properly. More applications will be received than the 16 available slots, so applicants are encouraged to spend time and put some good thought into their answers. If you have any questions contact Bonnie Kulp at 231-526-7999 or director@harborspringschamber.com.

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.

Now thru Oct. 19 (Saturdays) – Harbor Springs Farmers Market (State & Main) 9a-1p

Now thru Aug. 28 (Wed's) – Harbor Springs Farmers Market (State & Main) 9a-1p

Now thru Aug 22 – Street Musique** (Every Thursday) 6:30p-8:30p

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

July 16 – Tuesday Night Movies in the Park* (Zorn Park) Dusk* -  Shrek

July 19 – Friday Night Music in the Park (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - Keith Scott

July 21 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p* - Rivertown Jazz Band

July 23 – Tuesday Night Movies in the Park (Zorn Park) Dusk* - 2015 Cinderella w Cate Blanchett

July 26 – Friday Night Music in the Park (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - The Shouting Bones

July 26-28 – 63rd Ugotta Regatta

July 28 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p* - Robert Allen Jensen

July 30 – Tuesday Night Movies in the Park (Zorn Park) Dusk* - Toy Story

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

Aug 2 – Friday Night Music in the Park (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - Two Track Mind

Aug 4 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p* - Sunshine String Band

Aug 6 – Coffee and Conversation at the Chamber – 8a-10a* -

Aug 6 – Rain date for Tuesday night movies in the park

Aug 8 – Annual Car Festival** – Zorn Park – 5:30 - Dusk

Aug 9 – Great Lakes Center for the Arts Concert Truck (Marina Park parking lot) 1p-2p

Aug 9 – Friday Night Music in the Park (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - Michelle Chenard

Aug 10-11 – 31st Annual Odawa Homecoming Pow Wow (7500 Odawa Circle)

Aug 11 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p* - Rivertown Jazz Band

Aug 16 – Friday Night Music in the Park (Marina Park) 6:30p-8:30p* - Jelly Roll Blues Band

Aug 16-17 – Sidewalk Sales*

Aug 18 – Sunday Music in the Park (Marina Park) 4p-6p*- Rivertown Jazz Band

Aug 28 – Regional Business After Hours at Legs Inn* Sept 1-30 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* –

Sept 3 – Coffee and Conversation (HSACC, 118 E. Main) 8-10a* -

Sept 21 – 29th Annual Taste of Harbor Springs (Marina Park) 12p-3p* (w/ music by Rivertown Jazz Band)

Sept 27-29 – Harbor Springs Festival of the Book

Oct 1-31 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* –

Oct 1-31 – Skeletons Arise*

Oct 1 – Harbor Stars Awards Dinner (Holy Childhood Community Center)

Oct 5 – Harbor Springs Area Historical Society Lighthouse Tour – Harbor Point

Oct 5 – Annual Fall Festival (Marina Park) (City of HS)

> 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

Colonial Inn receives Tripadvisor award

The Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs has received the prestigious Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award for 2024. This award is given to the top 10% of properties worldwide on Tripadvisor, making it a reliable indicator of outstanding places to visit.

Tim Brown, the owner of TPB Resorts, commented: “We want to express our sincere gratitude to our guests whose feedback and reviews have been crucial in helping us achieve this esteemed award! Your support and patronage inspire us to maintain our high standards of quality. Our dedication is to creating memorable experiences for everyone who visits us. This recognition is the perfect reason to visit the historic Colonial Inn, located in the heart of Weque and Harbor Springs. Book now - our charming and cozy hotel fills up fast.”

> Booking and other details on the Colonial Inn website.

July 18 concert will feature high-energy Gypsy music

The Thursday, July 18th Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra concert will be an evening filled with high-energy music of Roma (Gypsies) from the vibrant Mediterranean and Balkan cultures. Featured will be internationally acclaimed Balkan violinist Robert Lakatos from Serbia performing Ravel’s Tzigane, Sarasate’s Caprice Basque and more on his private collection violin of Antonio Stradivari from 1709. Lakatos is one of the most promising young artists of his generation and the GLCO is thrilled to bring him to northern Michigan audiences.

The concert will take place at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18th. Visit glcorchestra.org for tickets priced from $35 to $65 or call 231-487-0010.



The orchestra is grateful to the Charlevoix County Community Foundation and community partners for their support of this concert.

Citizens National Bank names director of marketing

Citizens National Bank is excited to announce the appointment of Samantha Gould as the new Director of Marketing and Community Relations. Samantha joins the bank following the retirement of Nancy Lindsay, who served the bank with distinction for over 20 years as Vice President of Marketing.

Samantha brings a wealth of experience in strategic marketing, community engagement, and omnichannel marketing strategies. Her proven track record includes developing and executing impactful marketing initiatives for businesses, including those in the banking industry. Samantha's expertise will be invaluable in driving the bank's marketing efforts and enhancing our community relations.



Before joining Citizens National Bank, Samantha served as the Marketing Manager at SharedTEAMS, a full-service marketing agency. Her career also includes roles at a community college and public library. Her collaborative leadership style and passion for community engagement make her a perfect fit for Citizens National Bank.

Sunset cruise will support Salvation Army in August

Get your tickets for the Sunset Cruise for the Community. Enjoy poetry, food, beverages, and a historical maritime display while surrounded by one of Little Traverse Bay’s award-winning sunsets. The Harbor Princess sets sail at 7PM on Tuesday, August 27th from the Petoskey City Marina’s Clock Tower Pier.

Proceeds support The Salvation Army of Petoskey’s year-round programs and services that aid struggling local individuals and families with food, utilities, rent, and more. Tickets can be purchased online here or at the front desk of the Community Center located at 2350 Mitchell Park Drive in Petoskey.

Good Hart Artist Residency plans new events

Good Hart Artist Residency will host a new free event called A Midsummer's Daydream from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21. Join us for a magical afternoon of poetry and music on the beautiful grounds of the Hindle-Ross Trails near Cross Village. Stroll along easy-to-walk pathways through fields and forests and encounter poets, musicians, an analemmatic sundial, a lookout tower with views of Waugoshance Point and the Upper Peninsula, quotes carved in stone, dappled shade and seating areas, and the enchantment that happens when art meets nature. This event will feature the music of Holly Keller-Thompson and Joe Thompson and poetry readings by Tiffany Lenau, Amanda Borghi, Tracy Deering, and Karen Cole. Free, but please register for a parking pass as parking is limited. Details and registration.

Good Hart Artist Residency has also finalized plans for a new event called the Tunnel of Trees Arts Weekend on August 17-18. We welcome you to join us in art and community as we celebrate local art and artists along the Tunnel of Trees in a multi-faceted, family-friendly event. Join us for an art trail with stops at local arts businesses and artist studios, plein air painting workshops at Angell Farm (free, but registration required), Odawa art at the King House, an art show at Good Hart Artist Residency featuring the work of local artists plus a kid-friendly art activity, and a community dinner at Bliss Gardens Farm and Community Kitchen. All events except for the dinner are free. For more details on each event, and to register for the plein air painting classes or buy dinner tickets click here.

Dinner Theatre and Performing Arts Camps continue at Highlands

Young Americans Dinner Theatre continues to rock the night away this summer at The Highlands. Embrace the nostalgia of the 80s with electrifying performances that will take you back in time. From iconic hits to unforgettable dance moves, their stage will be alive with the spirit of the decade. Join them for a celebration of vibrant colors, bold fashion, and timeless classics as they bring the magic of the 80s to life. Show dates will run Tuesday through Saturday evenings until August 17. Tickets.

The Young Americans still have two amazing weeks of Performing Arts Summer Camp planned for July 9-13, and July 16-20. These camps are a great opportunity for local kids to build confidence, discover new talents and express themselves. Besides, they are tons of fun! The Young Americans are extremely grateful for all of the support they received for the 2023 summer camps at Harbor Springs. The camps were such a success, and they appreciate all of the parents for entrusting them with the care and safety of their children. Register now.

Details and registration

J.McLaughlin Sip & Shop events benefit charities

The J.McLaughlin shop is hosting a Sip, Shop & Celebrate Summer event from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, at 245 East Main Street. Fifteen percent of all sales will benefit Harbor Hall Foundation. The store is also hosting Sip & Shop events that benefit Little Traverse Bay Humane Society on July 17 and Manna Food Project on August 15. Call 231-412-2515 for information.

Bear River Crawl to benefit Cancer Crusaders

Join us for the 20th Annual Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Bear River Crawl 5K family fun run/walk on Saturday, July 20th. The race starts at 8am at the Bayfront Park in downtown Petoskey. Register online at www.nmsportsmed.com or call 347-9300. Proceeds from the Bear River Crawl will benefit the Northern Michigan Cancer Crusaders, a charitable nonprofit organization established to ensure that 100% of local fundraising gets donated back into our community. Strollers and dogs are welcome. This year as we celebrate 20 years of hosting this event, everyone will receive a medal when crossing the finish line.

Harbor Springs Waterfront Dining.

Serving Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week

View the menus.

Stafford’s Bay View Inn is serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch

View menus. Reservations: 231-347-2771

The Noggin Room Menu

Some of the fabulous youth market volunteers running the Farmers Market Scavenger Hunts on Kids Day were Otto Moore, Gus Roder, and Avery Spencer.

Holiday week has great potential; Keep your fingers crossed for good weather!

Who are the youngest and oldest Harbor Springs Farmers Market vendors? Three-week-old Stella Cupp with her parents, Ben and Callie of Guntzviller's Berry and Vegetable Farm  and Dick Gregory of Gregory's Farm.



Lianna Cupp, age 4, managed the kids token table at Guntzviller’s Farm after getting her face painted.



Sisters Inga, Greta, and Olga Nelson enjoying Kids Day activities. Their grandma asked if they wanted to go the market, or the movies… they chose the farmers market!

On Saturday Mesner Enterprises Tree Service will be joining us, as well as the Harbor Springs Historical Society, Harbor Girl succulents and Great Lakes Olfactory. 

Wednesday’s Young Entrepreneurs are the Byma siblings with fire starters, Colin’s Cookies with homemade lavender shortbread cookies, and the Plackemeier siblings with bracelets and the very popular recycled golf balls. On Saturday Lois attends with handmade crocheted stuffed animals, Evie & Otto Moore with tie-dye shirts, and the Wayman siblings with fresh lemonade. 

Music at the Market this Wednesday (July 3rd) will be provided by the Melissa and Jake and on Saturday Rivertown Jazz Band will be playing for us. We are keeping our fingers crossed that music doesn’t get rained out! 

Check out our newly designed website, www.harborspringsfarmersmarket.org. You can find lots of information about the market including applications for our various programs, the music schedule, vendors list, and you can even sign up to get market updates. As a subscriber you can choose to be updated on weather cancellations, in season products, volunteer opportunities, and special events. 

> The Harbor Springs Farmers Market is located right downtown on Main Street Saturdays through October 12, and Wednesdays through August 28, from 9am to 1pm. Meet you at the Market!

Center for the Arts tickets on sale now

Tickets are now on sale for these performances at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts:

• Saturday / July 6 / 8 PM - Get Loud Entertainment Presents: Jo Dee Messina
• July 20 & 21 - An Evening with Chris Botti
• July 27 - LeAnn Rimes
• July 31 & August 1 - Bay View Music Festival Presents: Rossini's Cinderella
• August 3 - Kanin Wren's Taylor Swift Experience
• August 4 - Yächtley Crëw
• August 7 - Alana Springsteen
• August 10 - The Four Phantoms in Concert
• August 12 - Tanner Adell
• August 17 - Grand Rapids Ballet
• August 30 - Sept. 1 - Mamma Mia! - The Hit Musical

> To explore all the events in the upcoming Season for Dreamers, learn more about subscriptions, or how you can get access to the entire lineup today, visit greatlakescfa.org or call the Box Office at 231.439.2610. 

Now showing at the Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre: Last chance for Thelma. Inside Out 2 & Horizon play daily. Despicable Me 4 opens Wednesday, 7/3. The Big Lebowski post fireworks on 7/4. 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.

> July 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 info@harborspringschamber.com for assistance.

HARBOR SPRINGS CHAMBER - Looking for a fast-paced, fun and engaging work opportunity? The Chamber is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant. This job is for 20 hours a week, so you'll still have time to enjoy all the area has to offer, and you will get to work with the community and our local businesses. Here is the full job description. Don't wait - this is a great opportunity for the right person! All inquiries and applications should be directed to: Bonnie Kulp, Executive Director. Email director@harborspringschamber.com or call 231-526-7999.

STAFFORD’S PIER - We are still looking to fill our First Mate position for the summer on The Pointer Boat, as we celebrate her 90th year of operation! The First Mate ensures the safety of our passengers while leading Pointer Boat tours across Little Traverse Bay, providing information to individuals and groups on local attractions and areas of interest. Click here to learn more about what this role requires and submit your application today! 

CITY PARK GRILL of Petoskey is hiring Bartenders and Servers - full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.

PECADO BOUTIQUE - Looking for A PT/FT Sales Associate in Petoskey who loves fashion and gets excited when a positive impact is made on another person's life through an element of clothing and knowledge of style. Details.

TRUE NORTH GOLF CLUB - Equipment operator. Details.

HARBOR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL - Secondary Special Education/Academic Interventionist. Details.

BAY VIEW ASSOCIATION - Grounds crew, seasonal employment, $16-$22 per hour, commensurate with experience. Details.

CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER

• Studio Coordinator
• Development & Events Coordinator

PETOSKEY-BAY VIEW COUNTRY CLUB is hiring for the summer - 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.

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

> Attention students: we are looking for Cafe Attendants to join our team this summer. Responsibilities include helping clear tables, emptying trash, greeting customers and more! Ages 14 and up are welcome to apply. $16/hour. Email resume to dberryman@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.

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

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!

• Fletch's GMC Buick Audi
• Hestia Women's Giving Circle
• Greyson Clothiers
• Impact100 Little Traverse Bay
• Latitude 45 Bicycles and Fitness
• Bliss Polo Club
• Stutsmanville Chapel
• Keller Williams Northern Michigan Horizon
• Petoskey-Bay View Country Club
• Manthei Capital LLC

> Chamber member benefits

> Member application

> Call 231-526-7999 or email us

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!). A new T-shirt has just arrived for summer.

HARBOR SPRINGS PUZZLES - Several recent puzzles are available for $25 ($10 off!) at the chamber office. Details. A new puzzle has just arrived for 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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