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Big crowd expected for county-wide Business After Hours tonight in EJ
Blue Smoke, the popular new barbecue restaurant in downtown East Jordan, will host members of three Charlevoix County chambers of commerce for our annual County-Wide Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. tonight, Wednesday. Blue Smoke is located at
101 Main St., East Jordan.
This networking event typically draws 200 business people from the Boyne, East Jordan and Charlevoix Chambers of Commerce, and business people from other Northern Michigan communities are also welcome to attend.
Admission is $10 per person with all proceeds donated to Leadership Charlevoix County, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is jointly operated by the three sponsoring chambers.
A reunion of alumni from the six-year-old leadership program will precede the event from 4:30 to 5:30, and Blue Smoke will kick off their summer season with a ribbon- cutting ceremony at 5 p.m.
FUTURE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS:
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Memorial Day weekend includes parade and services -
plus concert, hearse show, Farmers Market and more
 Boyne City American Legion and VFW will hold memorial services at local cemeteries from 8 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 29. At 11:45 a.m. the veterans Memorial Day Procession will leave the American Legion Post, proceeding north on Lake Street to Veterans Memorial Park for services beginning at 12 noon. The Boyne City High School Band will perform, and all area veterans are invited to participate.
Other events that weekend:
ED SULLIVAN'S REALLY BIG SHOW is coming to the Boyne City Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 27, with tribute artists performing songs by Cher, Roy Orbison, Rod Stewart, and Tom Jones. Details.
CASTLE FARMS offers free admission to locals for Local Appreciation Day on Monday, May 29. All residents with a valid driver's license from Charlevoix, Emmet, Antrim, Otsego or Cheboygan County can tour for free.
All others, just $5. Snowbird admitted free, just bring in one piece of mail addressed to you in one of the listed counties. Website.
LIVE MUSIC can be found at several restaurants, including 7 Monks Taproom, Boyne City Taproom, Cafe Sante, Stiggs Brewery, Forty Acres Tavern at Boyne Mountain and the Whi-Ski Inn in Boyne Falls. See our listings below for details.
HEARSE SHOW in the parking lots surrounding Stiggs Brewery and Kitchen, 112 S. Park St. from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 27. Also at Boyne Mountain from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. (Details below.)
FARMERS MARKET is open with more than 35 vendors from 8 a.m. to 12 noon this and every Saturday in Veterans Park
BC LANES is open from 4 p.m. to midnight Thursday through Sunday with Thirsty Thursdays, Burger & Beer Fridays, Small Business Saturdays and Sunday Funday promotions. Kids bowl free on Sundays from 4-6 p.m. (Details below)
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19 graduate as leadership program completes 6th year
 Leadership Charlevoix County completed its sixth year May 17th with a graduation ceremony for 19 class members at Boyne Mountain Resort, which sponsored the event.
"It has been a memorable 10 months working with this leadership class," said Leadership board president Mary Faculak of the East Jordan Chamber of Commerce. "We have 19 engaged individuals who are already making a positive difference in our county. I encourage and invite our clubs, organizations and groups in Charlevoix County to invite these graduates and all of our LCC alumni to join them."
Faculak and Alison Hubbard of the Charlevoix Area Chamber are co-coordinators of the program. "Charlevoix County is lucky to have the knowledge and drive that these leaders possess," Hubbard said. "With the success of their Community Service Project and recent graduation, the potential for this class of leaders is endless."
There are now a total of 93 graduates of the leadership program, which was started by the Boyne City, East Jordan and Charlevoix Chambers of Commerce with funding assistance from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation.
The graduates were addressed by keynote speaker Dr. Gretchen Carroll, Associate Dean of Business, Manufacturing & Technology at North Central Michigan College. "Leadership isn't a position," Dr. Carroll said. "It's not a title, it's not a degree and it doesn't require fame or fortune. Leadership is a disposition and it's not for the faint of heart. Leadership is a relationship - and requires a strong connection between leaders and their constituents."
The class chose two of its members to speak for them at their graduation ceremony. Emily Selph expressed her thanks "
for providing an amazing program, which has given us an opportunity to embark, both individually and as a class, on this journey, this chance to come together as strangers, to connect, to grow, and to accomplish something that will truly make a difference."
Savanah Cool urged her classmates to "continue to learn, grow and lead. Continue to invest in yourself, to take time for you, to step outside your comfort zone, to learn more about yourself, to develop your knowledge/understanding and skills, to set professional goals and identify opportunities to make a positive impact in our community."
Future leaders sought for new class starting in August
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Class members working on the
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Applications are now being accepted for the 2017-18 Leadership program, which begins with an orientation in August and an overnight retreat on Beaver Island in September. The program then continues with one day-long session per month through next May. Applications and more information may is available on the
leadership website
or by calling the chamber of commerce in Boyne City (231-582-6222), Charlevoix (231-547-2101) or East Jordan (231-536-7351).
> REFER A FUTURE LEADER - If you know someone who is a good candidate for LCC, let us know and we'll be glad to invite them to apply. Email board president Mary Faculak with your referral - info@ejchamber.org.
> COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT - Each class completes a community service project, and this year's project was called "Wipe Your Feet." It included fund-raising and construction of boot-cleaning stations and educational signs at 24 different hiking trails around the county. The goal is to prevent the spread of invasive species and increase awareness of that concept. Project details. TV news story and video.
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TAKE A SHORT SURVEY
What's YOUR vision of Boyne City Historical Museum?
 A new historical museum display space is being designed to be incorporated in the new City Facilities building along with the display of the 100-year-old LaFrance Fire Truck and the city's restored clock from the early 1900s. During the planning and design process, the committee working on the project is seeking input from the community. Please take a few moments and share your ideas in a short survey. The results will be given to the professional consultant for consideration. Help us share our past and tell our story for years to come.
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Taste of Morels master of ceremonies Scott MacKenzie with Beach House and Red Mesa staff.
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Judges name Beach House winner of Taste of Morels
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The winning beef/venison/morel sliders.
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Congratulations to the Beach House restaurant for winning the Taste of Morels judging Saturday at the 57th National Morel Mushroom Festival. The winning taste was their beef and venison sliders with morels, bacon and ragout. Second place went to Red Mesa Grill for their smoked duck and morel tacos, and third place went to Porter Creek Fish House for their morel and leek stuffed pork tenderloin with madeira and sage glaze and morel orzo. Video showing preparation of the Beach House sliders.
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Ashley Julin wins hunt with 49 morels in 90 minutes
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Ashley Julin,a Commerce Township resident pictured at right posing with festival mascot Woody Pickme, is this year's grand champion mushroom hunter. In the
57th National Morel Mushroom Festival
competitive hunt, Ashley found 49 morels in 90 minutes, winning $100 and a carved morel trophy. Although Ashley is an experienced morel hunter, this was her first time competing in the National Morel Hunt. How was it? "
The event was well organized," Ashley said. "The hunt itself was thrilling, and the morels elusive. The rumors are true, this was my first time entering the contest. It was a little intimidating knowing how many people were return competitors."
At left in the photo, Donna Smith was the senior citizen champion. Other top pickers:
MEN - Brian Magnuson took first place with 36 morels and won $50, Brenton Weaver had 26 morels for second place, and Tom Abel picked 19 morels for third place.
WOMEN - Patricia Hisler found 28 morels for first place and $50, Randi Birkenmeier 19 morels for second place and Kim Phillips 18 morels for third place.
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Dynamic Duo produce another great Mushroom Festival
The community owes a great big thank-you to Pam Chipman and Kim Brown, the hard-working co-chairs of the National Morel Mushroom Festival. They've been organizing this tremendous signature event for two decades ore more. If you see them, be sure to say thanks!
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 Boyne Valley trail project progresses toward 2018 opening
From the Petoskey News-Review: An effort to create a non-motorized trail linking Boyne City and Boyne Falls reached another major milestone recently when the contract for the trail's engineering work was approved. The trail is an effort that has been in discussions for many years to create a non-motorized trail between Boyne City and Boyne Falls, primarily along the former railroad route that runs between the two communities on the north side of M-75 South. The plan calls for the 7.2-mile project to be completed in two phases. The first phase is a 3.6-mile segment that will run roughly in the corridor between the Boyne River and M-75, starting with a trailhead at the Boyne City Municipal Airport, running behind the industrial park near the river, and then mostly following a former railroad grade to Dam Road where another trailhead and parking area is planned. Full story.
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Train your staff in customer service for the summer
Boyne area businesses are invited to register for Front Line Customer Service Training sessions being provided by Hospitality the Little Traverse Way. This program is a service training program designed to elevate the service culture of the region. The low-cost sessions offer practical lessons on how to exceed your guests' expectations. The program is suitable for any business that values quality service, so plan to send your staff members to one of these upcoming sessions:
> Wednesday, May 31, morning, at Holiday Inn Express - Register.
> Wednesday, June 13, morning, at Bay Harbor Village Hotel - Register.
You may also register by phone - call Alexis at the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce, 231-347-4150.
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Merchants plan 'On-Land Poker Crawl' for Boyne Thunder
Downtown merchants are encouraged to participate in a new event tentatively called the "On-Land Poker Crawl" on Boyne Thunder Saturday, July 8th. The large crowds that are in town for the boating event will be invited to pick up a poker crawl flier with the names of participating businesses. The event starts immediately after the Boyne Thunder on-water boat parade around 11 a.m. on July 8th. When a shopper purchases something at a participating store or restaurant, they get to pull one card from a deck of cards that is provided to each business. The cashier will write their card on their poker flier, certifying it with a stamp. The participant does not keep the card; it will go back into the deck.
The goal of the day is for the participants to spend money at 5 places, receiving 5 different cards, which creates a poker hand. If more than 5 purchases are made, no problem - the more purchases the better! Participants must turn in their fliers before 5 p.m. at designated collection points, and let us know if your store would like to be a collection point. At 5 p.m., the person with the best poker hand will win $50 in Chamber cash, a grand prize gift basket and Boyne Thunder garb. If your business would like to participate, contact Promotions Committee Chair Karen Guzniczak by email at cnt90@att.net by June 23. If you would like to donate something for the grand prize, email Main Street director Kelsie King-Duff at mainstreet@boynecity.com. The winner will be announced on the Main Street Facebook page and website.
River sculpture dedication June 8;
New Walkabout Sculpture Show
to be installed June 9th
 RIVER SCULPTURE DEDICATION - Boyne City Main Street will hold a dedication for the Last River Draw sculpture at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 8th. The sculpture is located at the edge of the Boyne River in Old City Park, behind Parkside Grill and Treats. A cocktail social hours will follow at Stiggs Brewery and Kitchen.
WALKABOUT SCULPTURE SHOW will kick off Friday, June 9th, just in time for the first Stroll the Streets of the summer. Seven new sculptures will be installed that day, all around downtown Boyne City. VOTE NOW for your favorite sculpture in this year's show. Click here to vote; don't delay!
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First Stroll the Streets is just two weeks away
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The first Stroll the Streets of the summer will be June 9 and will run every Friday evening through September 1. Here is the schedule.
Stroll the Streets is Boyne City Main Street's flagship event for our community - enjoyed by thousands of residents and visitors. The positive image this event creates is invaluable to us all and impossible to put a price tag on.
What other event brings thousands of people to Boyne City on 13 Friday evenings throughout the season to dine at our many restaurants, shop in our stores, enjoy ice cream, dream about a second home - and come back the next day, next week, or next year to do it again?
We will enjoy another 13-week season in 2017. Last year, we hired over 75 bands throughout the season with an investment of $18,000 to entertain the crowds.
That success is because of our local businesses
. Their contributions make Stroll the Streets possible. We thank them for their past support and hope we can count on you to help again this summer. With your investment in Stroll the Streets you are supporting a great event and we will do our best to recognize your support to the thousands of people visiting our businesses and strolling our streets.
For planning purposes we are asking you to let us know your level of support as soon as possible by returning the enclosed sponsorship form. Payment is not due until July 1. Stroll donation form (PDF).
Thank You, Kelsie King-Duff
Boyne City Main Street Program
231-582-9009
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Download the Boyne Chamber App from
the Apple App Store App Store or Google Play
The Boyne Area Chamber App is now available in the App Store and Google Play. Download our app to stay up-to-date on current events in the Boyne Area.
Check it out by searching "Boyne Chamber" in the
App Store
or
Google Play
. Built by the Boyne City-based team at Mobile Appfitters.
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Office space available for rent at Northern Logistics
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Northern Logistics, a trucking company, has three office spaces available for rent in their large building at 827 Moll Drive in the Boyne City Business Park. Prospective tenants can rent one, two or all three offices. The sizes are: Space 1 - 17.5 x 13 ft., Space 2 - 18 x 13 ft., and Space 3 - 33 x 18.5 ft. Space 3 comes with a private bathroom and sink/closet area. All spaces come with employee and customer parking, public restrooms, shared break room, grounds maintenance, internet and phone capabilities, great and friendly neighbors. Call (231) 547-9660 for pricing information.
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Leaf pick-up ending soon; Rubbish pick-up starts May 31
Curbside spring leaf pick-up
continues through June 2 on Mondays and Fridays. Residents must put their leaves (no branches) in biodegradable bags, which are available at Boyne City Hardware and Boyne Co-op True Value Hardware.
Details
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> Rubbish pick-up begins May 31 for items (not regular household trash) generated by the resident. Pickups will be May 31, June 7 and 14 for homes on Main Street and south and June 1, 8 and 15 for areas north of Main Street. Rubbish pickup will be repeated for three weeks in late August and September. Details.
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These businesses and organizations have all joined the Boyne Area Chamber in recent weeks. If you're not a member, we'd love to have you join them!
- Stranded Treasures
- Charlevoix Conservation District
- Northstar Restoration
- Jim Flanigan
- Pyramid of Hope Counseling, LLC
- Drost Landscape
- Shamrock Financial Group, LLC
- Anthony and Associates
- Center of Attention Photography
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 FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appétit!
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22 Restaurant Week participants set for June 12-18
Mark your calendars for Boyne Area Restaurant Week, June 12-18. This is your chance to try new restaurants and food products. Restaurants, bars, delis and sandwich shops will all be offering specials: Two-for-one prix fixe meals for under $35 at large restaurants and more great specials from the others. Here are the 22 participants:
7 Monks Taproom
Barrel Back, Walloon Lake
B.C. Pizza, North and South
Bella Vita
Big E's Smoke Shack
Boyne City Bakery
Boyne City Taproom
Boyne Country Provisions/Wine
Emporium & Market
Boyne River Inn
Cafe Santé
Everett's, Boyne Mountain
Forty Acres Tavern, Boyne Mountain
Friggy's SoBo Pub
Fustini's Oils & Vinegars
Horton Bay General Store
Pine Lake Lodge
Porter Creek Fish House
Red Mesa Grill
Stiggs Brewery & Kitchen
Thick 'n' Juicy Diner
Trophy Room Pub & Pizzeria at Boyne Mountain
Whi-Ski Inn, Boyne Falls
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May 27: Cher, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones, Orbison tributes
Ed Sullivan's Really Big Show is coming to the Boyne City Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. on May 27, Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. Direct from Toronto, this Las Vegas quality show features some of Canada's top professional tribute artists backed up by a six-piece band with no pre-recorded music and a great Ed Sullivan impersonator. You'll know every song performed by Cher, Roy Orbison, Rod Stewart, and Tom Jones Tribute Artists. This will be a "Really Big Show." Tickets are available at Tix.com and by phone at 231-582-6532, and all tickets are returnable for a full refund up to 48 hours before the show. All seats are reserved. This show is a fundraiser for the Boyne Country Community Center. Details at www.boynecc.com. For information or questions, call (231) 582-6533, or email boyneacc@hotmail.com.
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BC Lanes and The Venue offer summer promotions
BC Lanes and The Venue Sports Bar were closed for maintenance last summer, but they will be open this summer. New summer hours are now in effect; they are open from 4 p.m. to 12 midnight Thursday through Sunday, and the kitchen will be open until 10 p.m. They are having some fun summer promotions:
RAIN DAYS - Bad weather got you down? Give us a call for our "Rain Day" hours - we'll be open.
THIRSTY THURSDAYS - 20 oz. domestic draft beers all night for $2.
BURGER & BEER FRIDAYS - Quarter-pound burger basket and choice of 20 oz. domestic draft for $9.99.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAYS - Bring in a receipt from a local small business and receive a 20% discount (excludes alcohol purchases).
> SUNDAY FUNDAY - Free bowling for kids 17 and under from 4-6 p.m. Kids 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Also half-off appetizers and $9 domestic draft pitchers.
COMING SOON - Outdoor seating and cornhole games.
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Hearse Cruise rolls into Boyne Mtn., Boyne City Saturday
The Northern Michigan Hearse Cruise will be hosting their fourth annual car show and cruise. This two-day event begins from 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 26, in downtown Gaylord under the pavilion. Saturday May 27th features a car cruise traveling from Gaylord and stopping at Boyne Mountain from 9:30-11:30 a.m., East Jordan from 12-2 p.m., and finishing the day in Boyne City from 2:30 to 5 p.m. "It is a great time for the entire family," said Jeff Morey, founder of the cruise. "Each car has its own display, showing the owner's distinct personality and love for their coach. The hearses come from across the country."
> In Boyne City, the hearses will be on display in the parking lots adjacent to Stiggs Brewery, 112 S. Park St. There is no admission charge, but they will be taking donations on behalf of the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. More information and pictures.
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Freshwater hosts Hemingway documentary showing
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Young Hemingway writing in Northern Michigan.
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Writer-Producer George Colburn will show segments of his unreleased film at a Friday,
June 2nd event at Freshwater Gallery in Boyne City. Robin Lee Berry, co-owner of Freshwater, will premiere "Gone Wild," the song she wrote as the film's theme song. She will be joined by a dozen Boyne City Elementary School students, aka the Boyne City Hemingway Youth Choir under the direction of Erin Zucker.
Other presenters include local historian Ed May and Michigan Hemingway Society President Christopher Struble, who will tell tales and show photos of rough-and-tumble early 20th Century Boyne City, where young Ernie and friends often sought entertainment.
Scott Mackenzie will MC the event, which will include door prizes and a social time between the music and the film screening.
Tickets are $25, and reservations are encouraged because seating will be limited to 120 people. Showtime is 8 p.m.
Call Freshwater for tickets, 231-582-2588.
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Farmers Market continues Wednesdays and Saturdays
 The Boyne City Farmers Market outdoor season continues in Veterans Park. Market hours are 8 a.m. to Noon every Wednesday and Saturday, throughout the summer. During peak season the market features more than 65 regular vendors - all local, serving seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs; gourmet baked goods and preserves; eggs and cheese; honey and maple syrup; proteins, fish, potted annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, and cut flowers; plus a juried craft market with unique hand-made items for your home or a special gift.
Due to the construction of our new City Hall we are starting the season on the south side of the park, but we're hoping to be back to our normal location soon.
The Boyne City Farmer's Market is a program of Boyne City Main Street. For more information, visit
www.boynecityfarmersmarket.org
or contact market manager Erica Tosch at 231-330-0139 or Main Street at 231-582-9009.
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Friday is deadline for garden club plant sale orders
The Boyne Valley Garden Club spring plant sale ordering deadline is noon this Friday, May 26th. The sale includes plants that are good sources of seeds and nectar for birds, butterflies and hummingbirds. The plants are hardy and will survive in our cold winter as well as looking lovely in your garden. Planting instructions will be available when you pick them up. You can find an
online order form here or at the Chamber of Commerce, Boyne City Hall, from any member of the Boyne Valley Garden Club or call 231-582-9373. Here are
pictures and descriptions of the plants. You can drop off completed order forms with payment before noon at
Local Flavor, Boyne City Hardware, Boyne Coop Hardware, Boyne Avenue Greenhouse or Upsy Daisy. You can pick up the plants that you ordered on June 3rd.
GARDEN CLUB'S NEXT MEETING will be Thursday, May 25th, at the Boyne District Library. This month's topic is "Learning About Lake Charlevoix." Refreshments and social time begin at 12:30 p.m. followed by the meeting at 1. New members are welcome. Email Cathy at
cjholt52@gmail.com
with questions.
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Whi-Ski Inn plans Jeepin' Saturdays and Sunday Ride
Calling all "Jeep"ers... after you are done doing a little muddin' join us at the Whi-Ski Inn for Jeepin' Saturdays from 3-7 pm through the remainder of the summer. Food & Drink Specials, Corn Hole on the Deck, $10 Buckets of Beer, $5 Bud Light or PBR Pitchers, $5 "Mud Slides" and more. Live music begins at 7 pm.
Bikers and Sunday Cruisers... we have a little something for you too. Stop by The Whi-Ski Inn during your "Sunday Ride" for great food & drink specials including $8 Burger & Domestic Beer, $3 drafts, 1/4 slab of ribs with sides for $10 and $5 munchies. There may be a door prize or two and some swag for you too. Ask for a Biker Appreciation Card when you stop in too. Every Sunday throughout the summer from 3-7 pm.
> Whi-Ski Inn, 2670 US 131 South, Boyne Falls, (231) 549-3346.
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Fun-filled summer Camp Create sessions begin soon
Create Community Art Studio is offering two summer camps called Camp Create, a 4-day fun-filled art experience for children ages 7-12. We create in the studio and outdoors finding inspiration from each other, nature, and the simple wonders of being a child in Northern Michigan. Design your own Tic-Tac-Toe game, carve out clay flower holders, paint walking sticks, make your own watercolor paints and pencil pouches and feel like a real impressionist painting "plein air" style by the Boyne River. Artists are grouped according to age and receive a fun Camp Create shirt and the opportunity to show their work during a special reception. We have partnered with the Boyne All-Star Club to offer before and after childcare and the Charlevoix County Transit for transportation to and from the studio. For more information and to register, visit our website, www.letscreatetogether.org.
Session 1: June 26, 27, 28, 29; Registration Due: June 9th.
Session 2: July 31, August 1, 2, 3; Registration Due: July 14th.
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Ansel Adams exhibit opens June 1 at Crooked Tree
Crooked Tree Arts Center is pleased to present Ansel Adams: Masterworks for the summer of 2017. The exhibit is comprised of 47 iconic images of Ansel Adams and one portrait of Adams by James Alinder. Late in his life, Adams curated these to serve as a succinct representation of his life's work. He felt these photographs were his best, called "The Museum Set." This exhibit will run June 1 through Sept. 30 in the Petoskey galleries at 461 E. Mitchell St. As part of the exhibit there are several special events and programs planned including workshops, panel discussions, lectures and a juried photography show of Our National Parks among others.
List of Ansel Adams programs and events.
> Photo at right: "Monolith, The Face of Half Dome, Yosemite National Park, California."
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Scramble for scholarships at NCMC foundation golf event
Golfers are invited to participate in the North Central Michigan College Foundation's 21st annual Scramble for Scholarships. The golf outing will be held Thursday, June 8, at the Little Traverse Bay Golf Club. Fifth Third Bank is the event sponsor for this year's outing, and all proceeds go to the Foundation Scholarship Fund to benefit students.
Registered teams of four players will enjoy a day of golf, lunch and dinner. There are various competitions with prizes and awards, including an all new hole-in-one contest and two chances to win $2,500 or two sets of Callaway irons. There are openings for teams as well as hole sponsorships and prize donations. Details and registration.
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Senior Center now serving Wednesday evening dinners
 The Boyne Area Senior Center is now serving Wednesday evening dinners from 5 to 6 p.m. This is in place of Wednesday lunches at the center; lunches continue on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Dinner on May 24th will be a selection of pork, and "$ In A Jukebox" will provide music from 5:30 to 7.
Dinner on May 31 will be Cook's Choice, and Lucky Stars will provide music.
Suggested donation is $3 for those age 60 and over or $6 under 60. A 50/50 drawing will be held at 6 p.m. The Senior Center is located at 411 Division St., phone 231-582-6682. Check this newsletter each week for menu and music updates.
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4th of July parade theme is "A Day at The Beach"
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The Boyne City 4th of July Committee has announced that this year's Grand
Parade theme is
"A Day at the Beach."
Judging will be based on theme, music, crowd appeal, and overall design. Trophies will be donated by Vortex Loading Solution. Registration forms are now available and the registration deadline is July 2. Send completed forms to P.O. Box 407 Boyne City, MI 49712, fax to 231-582-3389 or email Liz Kroondyk at
kroon@charter.net
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> ADOPT A FIREWORK - We need your help! The 4th of July Festival is only funded by fundraisers and donations.
NO tax monies given, NO grants received. It's only funded by people like YOU. This 2-day event is filled with family, fun and fireworks, and it costs nearly $18,000. So if you enjoy the festival please help so that this festival can continue. Donations may be sent to Boyne City 4th of July Committee, PO Box 407 Boyne City, MI 49712. Questions or more info: contact Liz Kroondyk at 231-675-5014 or kroon@charter.net.
Adopt a Firework donation form.
> INDEPENDENCE DAY RUN -
Registration is now open for the
10k and 2-mile
Independence
Day
Run
, which annually draws 1,000 participants to the scenic running course along Lake Charlevoix. Race fees are $20 in advance, $25 on race day and $10 for kids age 12 and under - with proceeds supporting the fireworks. T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 900 entries. If you have questions, email runboyne@charter.net.
Details and registration form
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
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EVENINGS AT THE GAZEBO concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. June 21 and continue through August 16th on Wednesdays in Old City Park in Boyne City. The Boyne Area Chamber presents the concerts with major sponsor support from Magnum Hospitality and the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. Here is the schedule:
June 21 - Up North Vocal Institute, opera singers sponsored by Challenge Mountain
June 28 - Awesome Distraction, sponsored by Waterpaw, LLC
July 12 - Project 6, sponsored by Self-Indulgence Salon
July 19 - Mike Dhaseleer, sponsored by Lynda's Real Estate Service and Waterpaw LLC
July 26 - Olivia Millerschin, sponsored by Pat O'Brien & Associates
August 2 - Steel & Wood folk band, sponsored by Laura and Patrick Mauch
August 9 - Matt Gabriel, sponsored by Boyne Co-op True Value
August 16 - Moors and McCumber, sponsored by Aten Place
ATEN PLACE begins its season with a concert by the Yellow Room Gang at 7:30 p.m. June 24th and continues on Saturdays through Aug. 25th in Boyne Falls.
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John Gorka
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June 4
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John Gorka concert is at 7 p.m. -
Since his 1987 Red House release, I Know, introduced renowned artist John Gorka to the public, the Minnesota-via-New Jersey guitarist and songwriter's wit and honesty has made him one of the most respected, beloved songwriters currently carrying on the folk tradition. Rolling Stone magazine once called him "the preeminent male singer-songwriter of what has been dubbed the New Folk Movement." Hear Gorka's song, "I Know."
May 26th - Mike Moran and Pauly James
BARREL BACK, 04069 N M-75, Walloon Lake, (231) 535-6000
Every Tuesday - Pete Kehoe, 5-8 p.m.
Every Wednesday, Michelle Chenard, 5-8 p.m.
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Small Business Saturday -
Bring in a receipt from a local small business and receive a 20% discount (e
xcludes alcohol purchases).
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Sunday Funday - Free
bowling for kids 17 & under, 4-6 p.m. K
ids 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Also half-off appetizers and $9 domestic draft pitchers.
BOYNE CITY TAPROOM
, 220 S. Lake St., (231) 459-4487
> TRIVIA THURSDAYS - 7 p.m. upstairs in the Pine Lake Lodge. Team or individual entries, weekly and season prizes. $5 one-topping wood-fired pizza.
> Live music, 8-11 p.m.:
May 26 - Jabo Bihlman
May 27 - Yankee Station - Memorial Day Summer Kickoff Party
June 3 - Sean Bielby - 8 - 11pm
June 9 - Jabo Bihlman - 8 - 11pm
June 17 - Adam & The Cabana Boys (Parking Lot Party)
June 24 - Pat Ryan - 8 - 11pm
June 30 - Melissa Lee - 8 - 11pm
BOYNE CELTIC SESSION -
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on June 4 and 18. The sessions are normally held on the first and third Sundays of the month. Everyone is welcome to play or listen at this free celebration of Irish and Celtic music at the Boyne District Library.
For information contact Gaeyle Gerrie-Boss at (231) 883-7664 or sparky@synergysong.com
. Boyne Celtic Session video profile.
Forty Acres Tavern
, 231-549-7270, 7-10 p.m.
Friday, May 26 - Chris Calleja
Saturday, May 27 - Chris Koury
Snowflake Lounge, 9pm-2am
Friday, May 26 - DJ Mike
Saturday, May 27 - DJ Mike
> Mondays 6-9 p.m. ($5 Pizza Night)
- Nathan Bates.
> Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. -
May 25th - Pete Kehoe (7th Anniversary Party). June 1 -
Dave Cisco, 8th -
Ben Overbeek, 15th -
Younce Guitar Duo, 22nd -
Chris Calleja, 29th -
Pistil Whips (8-11).
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.:
May 26th - Kellerville. June 2nd -
Pete Kehoe, 9th -
Nathan Bates, 16th -
Elle Carpenter,
23rd - Brett Mitchell, 30th -
Algorhythms.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: May 27th - Nelson Olstrom. June 3rd -
Michelle Chenard, 10th -
Nick Vasquez, 17th -
Under the Moon, 24th -
Sean Bielby.
"Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features and live music, 7-10 pm starting in June
May 30 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair, 6-9 p.m.
June 4 - First
Sundays Live Jazz, 7-10 p.m. from now on
June 6 - The Pistil Whips
June 13 - Bad Nasa
June 20 - Project 6
June 21 - MISSY MEMORIAL PARTY with Dave Cisco **
6-9 pm**
June 27 - Blake Elliott
Live music at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays
Wednesday, May 24 - Under The Moon
Friday, May 26 - Something Great
Wednesday, May 31 - Under the Moon
Friday, June 2 - Nelson Olstrom
Wednesday, June 7 - Under the Moon
Friday, June 9 - Jeff Pagel
Wednesday, June 14 Under the Moon
Friday, June 16 - Something Great
Wednesday, June 21 - Under the Moon
Friday, June 23 - Grayson Barton
Wednesday, June 28 - Under the Moon
Friday, June 30 - The Shifties
WHI-SKI INN, 2670 US 131 South, Boyne Falls, (231) 549-3346.
Live music 7-10 pm:
May 27 - The Lopers, local boys serve up classic and modern country
June 3 - Two Track Mind,
guitar, mandolin vocal duo, Americana to modern rock
June 10 - C Squared (Charlie Witthoeft & Charley Smith),
blues, rock and soul
June 17- Chris Koury,
guitar vocalist singing popular, rock & folk music
June 24 - Joe Wright,
a little country, a little rock & roll
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FIXING THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m. The program, titled "Curing Healthcare: Practical Help for an Ailing Nation," features a filmed interview with healthcare insider Joe Flower, author of Healthcare Beyond Reform. "In our system, even a person with a good job and good insurance is one serious disease away from bankruptcy and permanent poverty," says Fowler. "To me, there is something screwy about that, and it's something we can fix." Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located 401 S. Park St. Please use the entrance off Pine St.
Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located 401 S. Park St., Boyne City; please use the Pine Street entrance. It is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Julie Hasse at 231-582-7983 or
Lifetree@fpboyne.org.
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 BLISSFUL OPEN HOUSE - Bliss Salon & Spa open house has scheduled its grand opening open house from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, June 23. Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our new location with live music, food, drinks, giveaways and more. Bliss is located at 211 Front Street, next to 7 Monks Taproom. Call
(231) 497-6066 for information.
 MICHIGAN DISCOUNT - If you are a Michigan resident, you can save 20% off your weekday stay in one of Hotel Walloon's standard Cottage View or Lakeside rooms. Show proof of residency upon check-in; does not apply to existing reservations. Call 231.535.5000 to book now.
BOYNE TRADING CO. has big savings for Memorial Day weekend - save 20% off, storewide. Find quality Boyne Wear for men, women and children, along with Life is Good and Vera Bradley selections.
 OPENING SOON - The Landing restaurant will open for the season this Thursday, May 25. Hours through June 9th will be 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and after June 9th, they will be open til 10 p.m. They are hiring for all positions. Here is an employment application, which can be emailed to
landingsinfo@gmail.com
or delivered to the restaurant. The Landing is located next to the Ironton Ferry at 10231 Ferry Road, Charlevoix, phone 231-547-9036.
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STARTING A BUSINESS WORKSHOP - Individuals in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of accessing capital, or simply considering self-employment, will have the opportunity to attend a Starting a Business workshop Thursday, June 1, in Petoskey. The workshop is being offered by the Northwest Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with North Central Michigan College, from 9-11:30 a.m. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required. For details or registration, call the SBDC at 231-922-3780 or visit
sbdcnorthwest.org
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VISITORS GUIDE -
 The Boyne Area Chamber's new Visitors Guide/Business Directory has been printed and is also available as a digital magazine. It contains interactive content, including page-turning, links to websites and video, as well as a full search function. To view the
digital publication click here.
> MOBILE APP - The Visitors Guide mobile app is available in the iTunes App Store. Search for Boyne Visitors Guide and download to your iPhone or iPad.
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"BC" WINDOW STICKERS
and "Boyne City" license plates are available at the Chamber office and Local Flavor with proceeds going to the Boyne City Booster Foundation.
DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APP - Search "Boyne Chamber" in the iPhone App Store or Google Play to download.
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