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Santa Parade, downtown open house, tree lighting on Friday
 The Boyne City Holiday Open House and Santa Parade is a true community celebration of the season on Nov. 23, the Friday after Thanksgiving, from 5 to 9 p.m. The open house begins at 5 p.m. with refreshments at businesses throughout the downtown, and the parade starts at 6 p.m. Boyne Area Girl Scouts will light the Community Christmas Tree in Old City Park at 5 p.m. Following the tree lighting the Girl Scouts will lead holiday revelers in caroling. Santa will arrive on his horse-drawn sleigh in the parade, joined by some of his elves and reindeer from the North Pole. Those participating in the parade must send in a parade registration form and line up on East Main Street between East and Park Streets starting at 5:30 p.m. The parade route will follow Lake Street to Water Street through the heart of downtown. After the parade, children can visit with Santa at the Gazebo in Old City Park. For more information, contact For more information contact Boyne City Main Street at 231-582-9009. Parade poster.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for the holiday parade from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to help with road closures and to wear fun holiday costumes. Please contact the Boyne City Main Street office at 231-582-9009 if you are interested.
LIVE NATIVITY SCENE - Returning this year will be a live Nativity scene at Coldwell Banker Real Estate, 231 Water St., from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Kids can feed and pet Gunther the Camel and other animals. Hot chocolate, chili, hot dogs, coffee, cookies and sample pours from Stiggs Brewery will be provided. Details on the Nativity Scene in story below.
HOLIDAY HOURS - The Chamber office, City Hall and the Main Street offices will be closed on Thanksgiving and the next day, Friday, Nov. 23rd.
NEWS-REVIEW STORY - "It's our way of kicking off the holiday season with a fun family night in downtown Boyne City," said Boyne City Main Street director Kelsie King-Duff.
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Eagles and Whi-Ski Inn to host community Thanksgiving dinners
 The Boyne City Eagles will host their annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner from noon to 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22, at the Eagles Hall, 106 River St. The dinner is open to the public, and there is no charge. Dinner includes turkey, stuffing, potatoes and gravy, vegetables and desserts. Anyone who would like to volunteer or donate food is asked to call the Eagles in advance at 231-582-6904. Also call if you are housebound and would like a meal delivered - give us your name, address and phone. Please consider bringing a monetary donation or a non-perishable food item; proceeds will be divided among local food pantries.
 THE WHI-SKI INN of Boyne Falls is hosting their 3rd Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner from 1-4 p.m. We will be preparing a delicious meal with all the fixin's for anyone that would like to stop in and enjoy. The meal will be by donation of your choice or by bringing in non-perishable food items. All proceeds will benefit the Boyne Valley Food Pantry. This is "just a way to show our thanks and to give back to the community," the Whi-Ski Inn owners say. "Take a break from cooking this year and come on down for a traditional holiday dinner, watch a little football and give back to others at the same time."
> SENIOR CENTERS in Charlevoix County will have a special Thanksgiving celebration today, Wednesday, Nov. 21. They will have a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings from 11:45 to 12:30 p.m. The Boyne Area Senior Center is located at 411 East Division Street.
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Turkey Trots planned for Thanksgiving in Boyne, Charlevoix
 > BOYNE CITY KIWANIS CLUB is organizing their 8th annual Turkey Trot 5K race and 1-mile fun run/walk to be held at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 22. The race will begin and end at Veterans Park, 219 N. Lake St. Packet pick-up will be the day before event from 2-6pm at Stiggs Brewery & Kitchen; enjoy $2 off a pint! T-shirts are guaranteed if entry form is received by November 15. For further information email boynecitytrot@gmail.com or contact Ruth Skop at 231-881-0945 or Gayle Harbaugh at 231-675-5725. Entrants are asked to bring a nonperishable food item that will be donated to Boyne area food pantries. Race registration form to print, register online or pick up a form at the Boyne Area Chamber, Edward Jones, Kilwins of Boyne City, or North Perk Coffee.
> MUNSON CHARLEVOIX HOSPITAL has opened registration for their 8th annual 5k Turkey Trot at 8:30 on Thanksgiving morning. The run/walk starts and ends at the hospital parking lot (14700 Lake Shore Drive). Register online, in person at our Wellness Workshop (411 Bridge St., Charlevoix) or on the day of the event from 7:30-8:30 a.m. The 5k run/walk starts at 8:30. Register by November 18th to guarantee your long-sleeved t-shirt - or upgrade to a sweatshirt. Early shirt pickup available from 5-7 p.m. on Nov. 21 at the Wellness Workshop. Please bring a non-perishable food item to help support local food pantries. Costumes and leashed pets are encouraged - and you can get your photos taken at our photo booth. The Wellness Workshop will be open from 8:30-11am to serve as a warming station along the Turkey Trot route, providing hot chocolate, a warm place to rest, and use of the restroom or baby changing station as needed. Register online.
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You can support 15 chamber-member nonprofits on Tuesday
 Giving Tuesday is quickly becoming the largest day of charitable giving for nonprofit organizations. In fact, Giving Tuesday 2017 successfully raised more than $300 million for nonprofits across the world. The campaign, which relies heavily on digital outreach, received more than one million total social media mentions and approximately 21.7 billion social media impressions. Giving Tuesday 2018 takes place on November 27th, directly following Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday.
Don't forget to post about your favorite organizations on social media, using the hashtag: #givingtuesday.
> If any Chamber member still wants to get their Giving Tuesday campaign included in this promotion, they can send a 100-word (or less) description to ashley@boynechamber.com about what they're raising funds for on Giving Tuesday.
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Employee housing needs survey for downtown business owners
 You may have heard about the Boyne Housing Solutions initiative that is being undertaken in our community. As a part of this effort, Boyne City Main Street is surveying downtown Boyne City businesses to find out how many employees you need to add to your business. We are asking business owners or managers to please click here to take this quick survey.
Here is an example of the type of information we are looking for:
If you need 20 people full-time in the summer, answer 0 to questions 1, 2 and 4 and answer 20 to question 3.
Please feel free to call the Boyne City Main Street office at (231) 582-9009 if you have any questions.
Thank you for taking a few moments to answer the survey.
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Main Street seeks downtown sidewalk snow removal bidders
 Sealed bids are now being accepted by Boyne City Main Street for contractual work for Downtown Sidewalk Snow Removal when 3 inches or more of snow has fallen. Sidewalk snow removal may need to be done more than once per day, depending on the weather. The entire width of the sidewalk will need to be cleared. The contract for snow removal will not be made with Main Street, but with individual businesses within the Downtown Development Authority District that want to sign on with the company, coordinated through our organization. All businesses in the DDA will be solicited to sign up. Please specify what type of equipment will be used, as well as if the bid is a discounted price from businesses signing up on their own. The bid should specify if additional price breaks will be given when a certain number of businesses sign on. Linear footage information of sidewalks is available by request. Boyne City Main Street will work with the company awarded the contract to get businesses signed on.
Specifications for Downtown Snow Shoveling available online here, and on the city and Main Street websites. All bids must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday November 30, 2018. Bids will be publicly open and read on Monday, December 3 at 9 a.m. at City Hall. Bids shall be contained in a sealed envelope identified as Downtown Sidewalk Snow Removal. Bids may be mailed or delivered to City Hall, 319 North Lake Street, Boyne City, MI 49712 Attn: BCMS. Boyne City Main Street reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularities as deemed to be in the best interest of Boyne City Main Street.
> Prospective bidders are invited to inspect downtown sidewalk areas and ask any necessary questions by contacting Kelsie King-Duff, Main Street Executive Director at 231-582-9009 or mainstreet@boynecity.com.
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Boyne Mountain opening day one of the best; Skiing continues
What a great opening day! Mother Nature granted Boyne Mountain one of the best starts to the season that we've seen in years. Tons of snow from the sky, and even more from the Boyne Low-E fan guns. Our operations teams nailed it, and YOU made it all worth it. Every smile, high-five, handshake, and lap was fueled by a passion for not just a sport, but a lifestyle that we share. The stoke is alive and well, and the forecast looks great for more of what we all love.
They will also be open Thanksgiving Weekend, November 22-25. The slopes will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and lift tickets are $39 for adults and $29 for juniors, teens and seniors. Current conditions.
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 "Earlier Bird" shoppers line up for souvenir cups and bargains
 The 11th Annual Earlier Than The Bird downtown shopping event was another big hit with shoppers and store owners last Saturday. A big group of early bird shoppers lined up in front of the Boyne Chamber office (photo above) and other locations well before 7 a.m. The chamber office gave out 215 "I was there!" souvenir coffee mugs by 7:30 a.m. To qualify, you had to be wearing your pajamas.
The event was organized by the chamber and Boyne City Main Street. "We are happy to report it was another successful year of Earlier than the Bird!" said Main Street Executive Director Kelsie King-Duff. "We look forward to seeing everyone in their pajamas again next year for an always fun and quirky event."
AT RIGHT, Mary's of Boyne manager Theresa McGill and shoppers show off their pajamas.
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Chamber Checks - ideal "shop local" gift is good all over town
 Need a gift, maybe for someone who is hard to buy for? Don't forget "Chamber Checks" are available at the Chamber Office, 28 S. Lake Street, Boyne City. Chamber Checks make the ideal "shop local" gift that can be redeemed at many businesses in the Boyne area. Chamber Checks are issued through Charlevoix State Bank by the Boyne Chamber and are redeemable much like a gift certificate or traveler's check. Chamber Checks are available in denominations of $10, $20 and $25 certificates. We appreciate advance notice for large orders. If you have questions about Chamber Checks, call the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email lisa@boynechamber.com.
HOLIDAY BONUSES - Chamber Checks are a great way to give holiday bonuses to your employees. Already this year we have filled an order for a total of more than $7,000 in Chamber Checks from one local employer. It's a great way to reward your employees and keep money local!
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North Harbor Real Estate to host Dec. 13th Business After Hours
 North Harbor Christie's International Real Estate will host the Boyne Chamber's Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 13 at 104 S. Lake St. Our monthly business networking event is held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and there is no charge for admission or refreshments.
North Harbor owners Jeff Wellman, Lora Higdon and Jay Higdon have been supporting the Northern Michigan community for more than 25 years with an experienced and courteous team. All residents of Northern Michigan, they exemplify the resort lifestyle by living and breathing the lifestyle they sell. To learn more, visit their website or call
231-582-2400.
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Nov. 27 forum at BCHS on vaping and other risky behaviors
 The public is invited to an open forum and presentation by area experts on Vaping and Other Risky Teen Behaviors from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27 at Boyne City High School. In recent months, the trend of teen vaping has become a growing concern for school leaders around Northwest Michigan. Vaping contains many harmful chemicals, including nicotine. Vaping devices continue o change as well, making it challenging for parents, caregivers and school administrators to stay on top of current trends. In addition to the presentation by area experts, resources will be available to take home. Other issues to be discussed include opioid use, social media and emotional health and awareness.
Presenters include:
▪ Corey Hebner, Michigan State Police
▪ Susan PulaskI, Community Health Coordinator,
Health Department of NW Michigan
▪ Boyne City High School Safe Students
▪ Karen Jarema, Boyne City High School Principal
▪ John Hertel, Boyne City High School Assistant Principal
and Athletic Director
▪ D. Scott Kelly, Executive Director, BASES Teen Center
> For further information, contact Karen Jarema, (231) 439-8130 * kjarema@boyne.k12.mi.us. Event flier.
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Mark your calendar for these holiday events
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Santa visits the library
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We're heading into the holiday season and we've got details on lots of great local events:
NOV. 21
- Lighting of the Village in Walloon Lake, 6-8 p.m.*
NOV. 22 - Turkey Trots in Boyne City and Charlevoix on Thanksgiving morning.*
NOV. 23 - Santa Parade/Downtown Open House in Boyne City. Includes tree lighting and a live Nativity scene.*
NOV. 24 - Small Business Saturday - shop small!
NOV. 27 - Giving Tuesday - support your favorite nonprofits.
DEC. 1 - Holiday Hobby Craft Show presents 150 arts and crafts vendors from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Boyne City High School, benefiting the school Booster Foundation.
DEC. 1 - Holiday Open House and Book Sale from 10 to 2 with a Santa visit from 10:30 to noon and other fun activities at the Boyne District Library.
DEC. 5 - Lights of Love tree-lighting remembrance ceremony at 6:30 p.m. on the Dilworth Hotel porch followed by dinner at Water Street Café.*
DEC. 13 - Holiday Business After Hours at North Harbor Christie's International Real Estate from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at 104 S. Lake St.*
DEC. 14-15 - Six-for-one Day for skiers on Friday, and Holiday Open House with Santa and more on Saturday night at Boyne Mountain Resort.
* = details in this newsletter
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Community Christmas gearing up to help families in need
 An open letter from the Boyne Area Community Christmas Committee:
Tis the season, the giving season, the merry and bright season. For 63 years Boyne Area Community Christmas has helped make Christmas brighter for thousands of children and their families through the generous donations of our community. The committee is gearing up for it 64th year of spreading holiday cheer and lending a helping hand to those in need. If you find yourself able to give, your donation will be greatly appreciated by many and can be in the form of non-perishable foods, new unwrapped toys, games or books. If you'd like to donate monetarily, please make checks payable to the Boyne Area Community Christmas and send them to our Treasurer, Eleanor West at 915 Robinson Street, #15, Boyne City, MI 49712. All donations can be dropped off at the Boyne City Education Center by using the Pine Street entrance from November 26 until December 14, Monday thru Thursday from 10am-2pm. If you find yourself in need of a brighter Christmas for your family this year and have not already filled out a form from your school, please stop at the Boyne City Education Center Art room during donation hours to sign up.
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Van Dam Custom Boats to host Boat Building Career Day
 Great Lakes Boat Building School in Cedarville, Michigan presents its 2018 Student Discovery Day, hosted at Van Dam Custom Boats in Boyne City. Envisioning your professional future is the first step in achieving your dreams. Come and enjoy a sneak peek behind the scenes with Steve Van Dam on Wednesday, December 5, and learn how you can enroll in the GLBBS 12-month Comprehensive Career Boat Building Program. Doors open at 5 pm. at 970 East Division Street, Boyne City. Limited to 25 people, so please RSVP by calling Chris at 906-398-2088 for more information and to register.
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Lighting of the Village is tonight
in Walloon Lake -including Christmas tree, Santa, music and refreshments
 The Village of Walloon is excited to announce its 5th Annual Lighting of the Village taking place from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 21. Visit the Village for an evening of holiday cheer as the holiday lights are turned on for the first time this winter season. This year's lighting ceremony includes a large Christmas tree, donated by the Wally and Margy Kidd Family of Kidd & Leavy Real Estate, which will be in front of the Redwood Building (across from Barrel Back). The evening's events include fun activities for the entire family including the Petoskey Steel Drum Band, decorating sugar cookies and ornaments, hot cider, hot chocolate, coffee and homemade cookie. Santa and the elves also plan on making an appearance, for all the kids to share with Santa what they are hoping for this holiday season. A new addition this year includes a Holiday Market, around the Village of Walloon.
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Don't forget! Shop local on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 24
 The Boyne Area Chamber and the Boyne City Main Street Program are encouraging residents to shop local this holiday season and to participate in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24. Chamber Executive Director Ashley Cousens notes that "The Boyne Area is home to several hundred small businesses and when we shop local we are contributing to the success of our economy. Whether it is service-related or retail, this weekend is one of the busiest shopping times of the year and we are encouraging consumers to shop locally first."
www.shopsmall.com
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Manary resigns from United Way; Moving to NC Mental Health
Boyne City resident Lorraine Manary said it was tough for her to announce to the Char-Em United Way board of directors her resignation Nov. 6 after serving as the charitable fundraising organization's CEO the past 5 1/2 years. "It is with very mixed feelings that I announce my resignation from the position as CEO for Char-Em United Way," Manary said in her resignation letter. "During my 5 1/2 years with CEUW I've gotten to know you and the community well and will miss our work. Manary's last day with Char-Em United Way will be Dec. 7, and she'll soon thereafter begin her new position in a supporting role at North Country Community Mental Health with CEO Christine Gebhard. Full story.
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Lions donate to Dress For Chill project
Eta Nu member Charlotte Battjes accepted a very generous donation of $960 from Boyne Valley Lions Club President Jill Drury for the Eta Nu Charities Dressed for Chill project. Each year donations like these make it possible for Eta Nu to buy winter coats, pants, boots, hats and gloves for approximately 140 Boyne City Elementary, and Early Learner children. Pictured from left are Rex Judkins, Bob Prebble, Joyce Lambie, Nate Slezak, Rick Allen, Ken Allen, Jill Drury, Charlotte Battjes, John Drury, Larry Taylor, Gow Litzenberger and Michael Cain.
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State finds no PFAS found in Boyne City water system
The City of Boyne City is pleased to report that the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has tested its water system and no PFAS have been detected. This information combined with the results from the Boyne City's annual water quality report are encouraging indicators of the safety and quality of the water provided to its customers. Test results are available on Boyne City's website www.cityofboynecity.com under Water Department. For additional information contact Boyne City Water/Wastewater Superintendent Mark Fowler at mfowler@boynecity.com or 231.582.6656.
News-Review story.
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Roberts named manager of 4Front office in Boyne City
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William Roberts
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4Front Credit Union is pleased to introduce the newest addition to our financial solutions team - William Roberts, the branch manager of our Boyne City office. Roberts is no stranger to the financial world, possessing more than a decade of experience in various capacities including loan officer, branch manager, and business banker. A native Michigander, Roberts has worked in several communities in both Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, as well as the state of Washington. Roberts values being part of members' personal financial successes and immersing himself in the communities he's been privileged to serve. He enjoys outdoor activities in his spare time including skiing, snowboarding, hunting, hiking, and fishing.
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Charlevoix County Transit adds new fare payment program
Charlevoix County Transit has a new, fast and convenient way to pay for your rides. No need to carry cash or tickets. You can create a new account at
www.charlevoixcounty.org/county_transit/
with your name, phone number and customer ID, use your credit card to add funds online and reload funds to your account and request refunds. For more details, call 231-582-6900 or email info@cctransit.org.
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Next work session for Boyne Housing Solutions set for Dec. 5
 The next work session for Boyne Housing Solutions will be held Wednesday, December 5, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at City Hall. Action steps will be discussed on the topics of Funding, Projects, Public/Private Partnerships and Zoning. The initiative has developed momentum and with a group of engaged community decision-makers.
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MEDC plans Nov. 29 development training in Boyne City
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has scheduled Community Development training sessions throughout the state including one at Boyne City Hall from 9 a.m.. to 4 p.m. Thursday, November 29th.
> Who Should Attend: Developers; business or building owners; local investors; municipal staff (city manager, DDA director, planning staff, community/economic development staff, county staff, local elected officials); local partners (EDCs, Main Street managers, chambers)
> Why: Learn the basics of Redevelopment Ready Communities, CRP, Michigan Main Street, Community Development Block Grants and Pro Forma financial analysis, so you can successfully execute your building or development project. We will review the standard MEDC Community Development practices that are required for projects supported by MEDC Community Development. This is also a great opportunity for building and business owners who want to put together a plan for future investment in their property.
> Cost: $10 for full day. Seats are limited and you must register in advance. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Details and registration. Flyer with details.
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Boyne Eta Nu Lights of Love project to benefit Hospice
 The Boyne Eta Nu Charities annual "Lights of Love" tree lighting remembrance ceremony will take place Wednesday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m. on the Dilworth Hotel porch in Boyne City. This special event offers an opportunity for community members to honor and remember loved ones during the holiday season and raise money for the Hospice of Northwest Michigan to support patient care in our community. In the past 31 years, Boyne Eta Nu has raised over $104,000 for Hospice.
You can help decorate our Lights of Love tree by purchasing a green, blue, red or gold light ranging from $5 to $30. For a $40 contribution, you will receive a personalized "heart of love" with the name of your loved one that will hang on the tree during the month of December.
Light of Love flyers with donation information for lights, hearts or reserving for our post ceremony dinner are available online, at the Boyne Area Chamber and the Hospice of Northwest in Charlevoix. Those wishing to make direct contributions may do so via mail to Pati Scott, 4408 E. Fontenoy, Boyne City, MI 49712. Donations are tax-deductible. Please make checks payable to Boyne Eta Nu Charities.
> For additional information visit Boyne Eta Nu Charities on Facebook, or contact Pati Scott at patiski13@gmail.com or call or text 231-758-2496.
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Send us your news by Tuesday; Ads are available for January
 The Chamber/Main Street E-News returns to our normal Thursday morning schedule next week. If you submit news, please send it by Tuesday to jim@boynechamber.com. More than 1,200 people open our newsletter each week, and you can reach them with your advertising message and a link for as little as $50. Ad space is now available for January and beyond.
> SPREAD THE NEWS - We'd love to send you and your friends the weekly Boyne Business News. To subscribe, call 231-582-6222 or
email us
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Save the date for these Chamber events
Dec. 13 - Business After Hours at North Harbor Christie's International Real Estate, 5:30 p.m.
Jan. 17, 2019 - Chamber Annual Awards Gala, Boyne Mountain Resort, 5-8 p.m.
April 11, 2019
- State of the Community Luncheon
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HELP WANTED
More listings on our
Jobs Page
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Visit our Job Search Page for more career opportunities from:
Boyne City Public Schools (Substitute Bus Drivers)
Comfort Keepers
Avalanche Bay Water Park
Chamber members are encouraged to list their openings on our Jobs Page.
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WELCOME, NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS!
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 Pause Breathe Proceed LLC
500 N. Lake St. Suite F
Boyne City, MI 49712
(231) 675-0015
About us: Karen Wright and Christine Judd are Boyne City Michigan business owners. We love life, people, animals, laughing, playing and making every situation fun. We are both determined to leave our legacy by helping everyone Pause, Breathe and Proceed.
A simple philosophy with no motives or ties to religious or governmental affiliations that will change your life by:
- Creating Awareness
- Reducing Stress
- Understanding Your Mental Health
- Improving Your Physical Health
- Resurrecting common humanity traits; kindness, respect, love
- Questioning your thoughts, find out who you really are and why
- Understanding the patterns of your mind
- Rewiring your brain to create change
- Writing the rest of your life story
- Learning how to live with compassion
- Creating human connectivity
 Sommerset General Store
4670 Lakeshore Drive
Boyne City, MI 49712
(231) 459-4542
About us: General store, deli and pizzeria across the street from Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT -
Special events
Boyne Appétit! "Small town, epic food" |
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Restaurant booklet
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Don't miss the pre-Thanksgiving holiday market today!
Don't miss the special pre-Thanksgiving holiday version of the Boyne City Farmers Market
planned for today,
Wednesday. This will take the place of the Saturday market on November 24. Market shoppers can continue shopping for local produce and unique market goodies in the comfort of an indoor space from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. We'll return to our regular Saturday schedule on December 1st. The Indoor Market is located in the main lobby and training room of the City Facilities Building, which is located across the street from the summer market location in Veterans Park.
Bookmobile - The new Boyne District Library Bookmobile will be at the Farmers Market every Saturday. The bookmobile is a great way to get excited about reading. Everyone is welcome.
MSU refills Hoop House For Health
cards the first
Saturday of the month. Find them at the Market Manager Booth on Dec. 1st.
Bridge Card and Double Up tokens
are available at every market.
Match up to $20 in SNAP for fruits and veggies with Double Up Food Bucks.
Poinsettia Sale - Be sure to stop at the Market Booth and order your poinsettias for this holiday season. Pick up days will be at every market through Saturday, December 22.
MARKET MUSIC, thanks to Grain Train and Blissfest:
December 1 ~ Ron Fowler
December 8 ~ Nelson Olstrom
December 15 ~ Lena Wilson
MARKET ADVISORY COMMITTEE - Boyne City Main Street is accepting applications from community members and vendors interested in serving on the Boyne City Farmers Market Advisory Committee. To apply, please click here and fill out the application.
Terms are for three years. Applications are due December 3rd.
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Judy Kuheana Breakfast benefits food pantries on Dec. 1
 On Saturday, December 1st, Red Mesa Grill in Boyne City will host its 22nd Annual Judy Kuheana Benefit Breakfast. A Latin-American Breakfast Buffet will be offered 8am-10:30am. A silent auction table with great prizes generously donated by local merchants will be held that morning as well. All proceeds from both the breakfast and silent auction will benefit Boyne area food pantries through the Manna Food Project.
Last year, the event attracted 114 guests, raising $2,491. This included $1,480 from the breakfast and donations and $1,011 from the silent auction.
Judy was a founder of the 7th Day Adventist Food Pantry. She passed away in October of 1996. The Red Mesa Grill, with the help of Judy's brother, Jerry Kelts has held the Judy Kuheana Benefit Breakfast on the first Saturday of December since it opened in 1997, raising close to $30,000 to benefit Boyne Area food pantries.
Magnum Hospitality also participates in the "Help Everyone Eat Program."
The first Thursday of every month, Magnum Hospitality restaurants donate 5% of every dollar spent directly to the Boyne area pantries via the Manna Food Project, Father Fred Foundation in Traverse City, and the Elk Rapids Community Cupboard.
Since inception, Magnum's "Help Everyone Eat" program has raised over $150,000 for these excellent charities.
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DOWNTOWN OPEN HOUSE
Coldwell Banker hosts 5th annual Live Nativity on Friday
 Join Coldwell Banker for their 5th annual Live Nativity during the Boyne City Holiday Open House on Friday, November 23rd, from 5-7:30pm, at 231 East Water St. Kids can feed Gunther the Camel as well as other animals. Enjoy chili, hot dogs courtesy of Family Fare, cookies, hot cocoa, coffee, and sample pours from Stiggs Brewery. Donations will be taken and will go the Charlevoix County Humane Society.
This is also the kickoff of Coldwell Banker's collection of unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items for the Boyne Area Community Christmas Program. Items may be dropped off Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5pm and Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Last day for drop off will be December 17th. For more information contact Coldwell Banker at 231.582.6554.
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 LONG ROAD DISTILLERS invites you to join them for the grand opening of their Boyne City Tasting Room on Friday, November 23. Come downtown for the Holiday Open House and Santa Parade and stop by 118 Water Street to enjoy free samples of Long Road Spirits and grab a bottle or some merchandise to take home. Must be 21+ to enjoy samples of products.
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BOYNE TRADING COMPANY, 109 E Water St. welcomes Boyne City Open House shoppers this weekend. Buy one item at regular price, buy second item of equal or lesser value and receive 50% off the second item. Mention the Chamber newsletter and receive a free car decal. Enjoy some sweet treats while you shop.
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Sommerset Pointe hosts Breakfast With Santa this Sunday
 Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club is hosting Breakfast With Santa this Sunday, Nov. 25. Join Santa for a buffet breakfast. Santa will be attending so be sure to bring your whole family for some holiday fun and pictures with Santa. Space fills up quickly, so reservations are necessary. Space is available for the 10 a.m. and 12 noon seatings. Call 231-582-9900 for information and reservations.
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Magnum Hospitality Bonus Blitz: $100 = $120
For every $100 worth of Magnum Hospitality Gift Cards purchased by Dec. 16, you will receive a $20 bonus certificate to be used on a future visit to your favorite Magnum Restaurant - Red Mesa Grill, Cafe Santé or Pearl's. The bonus coupons can be redeemed from Jan. 1 through May 31, 2019.
www.magnumhospitality.com.
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Thanksgiving dinner is Wednesday at county senior centers
All Charlevoix County Senior Centers will have a special Thanksgiving celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 21. They will have a traditional Thanksgiving meal will all the trimmings from 11:45 to 12:30 p.m.
The Boyne Area Senior Center is hosting lunches on weekdays. Live music is included at 11:30 a.m. each Friday. The Silver Screen Movie Club is held on the second Tuesday of the month, and Fit and Balance exercise classes are held at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays and 10:30 a.m. on Fridays.
You can stay up to date on the latest goings on at Charlevoix County Senior Center sites by liking their Facebook page, searching Charlevoix County Commission on Aging or visiting
their
website
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Click here for a calendar of activities
, lunch menu and entertainment at the Boyne Area Senior Center.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED - Our Boyne City and Charlevoix Senior Centers are still in need of Volunteer Home Delivered Meal Drivers as many of our summer volunteers are headed back home or will be leaving shortly to become snowbirds. This is truly the most important volunteer position we have as for these clients it may be the only hot meal or personal interaction they have each day. Contact Kevin at 231-237-0103 if you are interested in making a difference in your own community.
> The Boyne Area Senior Center is located at 411 E. Division St., Boyne City, 231-582-6682. Site coordinator is Deborah Thompson.
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Raven Hill open afternoons through Thanksgiving Weekend
Raven Hill Discovery Center will be open to the public from noon to 4 pm this Thanksgiving weekend - Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 23-25. Join us for indoor fun for all ages.
December events include the last free Second Saturday Science in 2018. The date is December 8th from noon to 4 pm. This is the 8th year for the popular FREE Second Saturday program. Not only does FREE mean no cost to families, but it also means "Families Reaching for Educational Excellence". Families are encouraged to come and have fun, explore and learn new things. The generosity of local northern Michigan community members has ensured that free Second Saturdays will continue through December of 2019. A Raven Hill volunteer puts it this way, "It's just plain fun to see families exploring and playing together AND learning."
Press release on additional holiday programs.
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School Boosters sponsor 40th Holiday Hobby Craft Show Dec. 1
 The Holiday Hobby Craft Show will again present 150 arts and crafts vendors when it is held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at Boyne City High School. Admission is $2 for adults and no charge for students. Hourly drawings will be held for $20 Boyne Chamber Checks giveaways. Refreshments are also available for this 40th annual event that raises funds for the Boyne City Booster Foundation. For information contact Contact Colleen Calo at 231-582-6156.
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Luncheon lecture looks at Mackinac Bridge history and more
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Bridge Authority Engineer Kim Nowack
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North Central Michigan College's Luncheon Lecture will take a look at the Mackinac Bridge on Friday, November 30. The program will be held in the Library Conference Center on the Petoskey campus. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon. Kimberly Nowack, P.E., is the chief engineer for the Mackinac Bridge Authority. She will talk about the history of Straits Area transportation and the amazing story of the bridge's construction. She will also review the continuing challenges of maintaining this vitally important span and more.
> Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 or email luncheonlectures@ncmich.edu to reserve your place at the table. Cost is $12 (cash or check only - at door) and includes lunch.
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First Presbyterian Church Advent services begin Dec. 2
 First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City will host weekly Advent services beginning Sunday, Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. The theme for the month of December is "Calm and Bright", a play on the words to "Silent Night" as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of this beloved carol. Each week features special music and a worship order that calls us in out of the dark and into Christ's light. The traditional candlelight service is open to the community, with caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the service starting at 7 p.m. The service features special music, with opportunities for the congregation to participate. This service ends with communion and the lighting of the candles as we sing "Silent Night" and welcome the Christ Child.
CHRISTMAS DINNER - On Christmas Day, community members gather in the fellowship hall for a traditional Christmas Day dinner, complete with ham, turkey and all the fixings. The dinner is provided from Noon to 2 p.m. at no charge and delivery is available by calling the church at 231-582-7983. Please arrange for your delivery prior to Dec. 19th. Carry-outs are available with no reservation needed.
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Studio accepting applications for Artist in Residence program
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Fall Artist in Residence class, from left:
Breez McPherson, Emily Bellinger, Madeline Schlickau, Chloe Britton and Ciarra Godzik.
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Create: Community Arts Studio (CCAS) believes studio space is critical for artists and understands the importance of having dedicated space to work in. The Artist in Residence (AIR) program at Create is an intensive day program offered to emerging high school artists that forms a positive network of artists to expand one's existing practice, work collaboratively, discuss art critically and inspire one another.
Each year, CCAS attracts 10 aspiring artists into the AIR program, offering an unparalleled studio experience. The program is a four-month residency in the Fall and Spring semesters with five new artists chosen each residency. Students who are enrolled in high school by the fall of 2018 and reside in Charlevoix or Emmet County are eligible to apply.
> To apply, artists must complete an online application and attend Portfolio Review Day. Applications must be electronically submitted before midnight on January 6th. For more information and to apply visit
www.letscreatetogether.org, call 231-459-4066 or email info@letscreatetogether.org.
Full press release.
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Stiggs hosts Dec. 4th benefit dinner for Conservation District
 In the name of conservation - and in our case, shoreline preservation, soil and water quality, environmental stewardship and backyard conservation - Stiggs Brewery and Boyne True Value Co-Op have teamed up with us to host a special Conservation Benefit Dinner to benefit the Charlevoix County Conservation District at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4. Tickets for the four-course meal are $50; call Stiggs at 231-497-6100 for reservations. Flier with dinner details. The funds raised will go toward our new Community Resource Room project. With help from the Charlevoix Community Foundation, Trans Canada, Toby Prevo and his amazing team of contractors, the room is near completion, but $12,500 is still needed to be raised. When complete, the District will use the space to expand our nature programs for youth and conservation workshops for adults. The new Community Room will also be a place for all of our conservation groups and community partners and supporters to enjoy for generations to come. Click here for more information on the Community Room Project, or stop by if you're in the neighborhood. We'd love to show it off.
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Arts Collective plans Pint and Paint event at Stiggs Brewery
 Local artists June Storm and Karen Kimmell will introduce us to the relaxing world of drawing zentangles in a Pint and Paint event on December 6th at Stiggs Brewery from 6 - 9 p.m. Cost is $20, which includes instruction, materials, and a glass of beer or wine. Payment is due before December 6th and can be made at Boyne Arts Collective. If you have any questions, contact Sue Metzger at 231-582-7567. Flier with details.
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Camp Daggett plans Father-Son Weekend Feb. 8-10
Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers or big brothers are invited to bring their sons (ages 7-14) for a fun-filled Father/Son weekend, February 8-10, at Camp Daggett. Cost is $200 for father/son, plus $50 for each additional son or $300 for two adults and two children. Space is limited. Tentative activities include ice fishing, archery, fly-tying instruction, DNR workshop, nature study, addventure/high ropes course activities and more. For information or to register, contact Ed Leverenz at 231-347-9742 ext 112 or email
grace.ketchum@campdaggett.org
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www.campdaggett.org
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Holiday shopping at CTAC's Merry Makers Marketplace
 Crooked Tree Arts Center presents the fourth annual Merry Makers Marketplace, Friday, November 23 and Saturday, November 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in both the CTAC galleries and the Carnegie Building.
For two days, Crooked Tree Arts Center transforms into an art fair with over 40 juried artists and vendors selling beautifully crafted gifts and goods. Patrons can shop one-of-a-kind items, including pottery, handmade purses and accessories, jewelry, paper goods, home décor, photography, soaps and salves, artisanal food items, and seasonal produce.
During both days, guests can enjoy a cash bar, featuring wine, beer, and mimosas, as well as a complimentary festive spread of cookies and punch. Local musicians Charlie Millard and Indigo Moon will perform on Friday and Saturday, respectively, to help set the holiday mood.
CTAC's Holiday Shop & Drop also takes place on Saturday, November 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids, ages 4 to 11, will make two special holiday-themed projects and enjoy age appropriate games with CTAC art instructor Jennifer Nowak, while adults shop Merry Makers Marketplace and the downtown Petoskey area on Small Business Saturday.
For more information, or to register for Holiday Shop & Drop, call 231-347-4337 or visit
www.crookedtree.org. The Crooked Tree Arts Center is located at 461 E. Mitchell Street, downtown Petoskey.
Full press release.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
FOOD SPECIALS - We are again serving breakfast every day from 8 to 11 a.m.
Sunday - Sushi night
Monday- All You Can Eat Wings
Tuesday - Seafood Night (rotating seafood specials)
Wednesday - Half Off One-Topping Pizzas
LIVE MUSIC:
Mondays, 6-9 p.m. - Sean Bielby through Dec. 17. Michelle Chenard Dec. 31.
Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. - Nov. 27 - Phillip McLellan. Dec. 4 Holly Keller, Dec. 11 Phillip McLellan, Dec. 18, Holly Keller.
Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. - Nov. 21 - Michelle Chenard, Nov. 28 - Under The Moon. Dec. 5 through 26 - Pete Kehoe.
Sundays, 6:30 p.m. - Trivia through Dec. 16
Fridays - All you can eat fish fry, $11.99 4-10PM, served with all you can eat fries, coleslaw & tartar sauce
Tuesdays - Half-price bowling & shoe rental 8-10PM
HAPPY HOUR- $3 20oz Domestic Draft $4 20oz Craft Draft
Monday-Friday 4PM-6PM & Sunday 1PM-3PM
LIVE MUSIC, 9 p.m. - 12 Midnight:
Nov 24 - Tribe of Chiefs
Dec 1st - Northern Nites (country)
Dec 8th - Yankee Station
Dec 15th - Gibson Seal & The Heart and Soul Band (country)
Dec 29th - Scarkazm
Dec 31st - Tom Zipp & The Bullpen, 9PM-1AM for New Year's Eve
BOYNE CELTIC SESSIONS are held once or twice a month on Sundays in the Community Room of the Boyne District Library.
The Celtic session meets once in December on Sunday the 9th at the Boyne District Library in the Community Room from 1-4 p.m. It is our annual Christmas session and we invite the public to come and enjoy traditional Irish music - free to the public of course. Anyone wishing to receive a PDF of the book we use to play our music is encouraged to contact Gaeyle at 231-883-7664.
$2 TUESDAYS are back. Stop in anytime on Tuesday for our bartender's selection of $2 pints, as well as $2 off any of our specialty menu items. This includes our famous Perch Basket, our seasonal Open-Face Hot Turkey Sami, and more.
Mountain Crawl, 5-9p every Thursday. Locations include: Everett's, Eagle's Nest, Après Ski Pub, Forty Acres Tavern and Trophy Room Pub & Pizzeria. The specials include $3 Domestic Drafts, $5 Craft, $5 Wine, $5 Apps. Must be 21+ to participate.
Forty Acres Tavern, 231-549-7270
> Fridays, 7-10 p.m.: November 23rd - Chris Calleja, 30th - A Brighter Bloom. December 7th - Eric Clemons, 14th - Chris Calleja.
> Saturdays, 7-10 p.m.: November 24th - Blake Elliott. December 1st - Sean Bielby. 8th - Chris Koury, 15th - Pistil Whips.
CAFE SANTE
, 1 Water St, Boyne City, (231) 582-8800
> WEEKLY SPECIALS: $5 pizzas (3 varieties) on Mondays, Italian Pasta Dinner for two for $25 including salad and Tiramisu to share on Wednesdays, and Moules (all you can eat mussels) and Frites or Pasta for $18.
> Mondays ($5 pizzas) 6-9 p.m.: Nathan Bates through Dec. 17. The Shifties from 8 to midnight New Year's Eve, Dec. 31.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.:
November 23rd - Pete Kehoe, 30th - Sean Miller. December 7th - Sean Bielby, 14th - Chris Koury, 21st - Nelson Olstrom, 28th - Pete Kehoe.
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Saturdays, 8-11 p.m
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November 24th - Under The Moon. December 1st - Blake Elliot, 8th - Holly Keller, 15th - Sean Miller, 22nd - Michelle Chenard, 29th - Under the Moon.
CONCERTS:
March 16 - Loudon Wainright III (pending)
May 4 - Eliza Gilkyson (pending)
Tuesdays: Burger & Beer = $8. Enjoy a LSP Delux Smash Burger and Domestic Draft for $8.
 Wednesday, November 21st, 8pm-12am, (we're skipping trivia this week) - Thanksgiving Eve Karaoke Bash w/ DJ Lang. Gobble til you wobble!
Future Wednesdays - Masterminds Trivia from 8-10 p.m. Challenge your brain and not your bank account. Guests may play individually or in teams of up to 8 players.
Thursdays beginning November 29, 8-11pm - Poker Karaoke w/ DJ Lang. Everyone who sings gets a card. The person with the best poker hand at the end of the night wins the grand prize.
"Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 food features and live music 6-9 p.m.:
November 27 - Blake Elliott
December 4 - Jakey Thomas
December 11 - A Brighter Bloom
December 18 - Oni & Noeli
> EUCHRE MONDAYS - 6 p.m. Top two weekly winners get prizes, half off Euchre Pilsner from Arbor Brewing Co.
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LIVE MUSIC:
Wednesday, Nov. 21 -
Kiwanis Turkey Trot
Packet Pickup -
Pick up your info packet at Stiggs from 2-6 p.m. and all runners get $2 off any Stiggs Pint.
Friday, Nov. 23 - Under The Moon, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 24 - Crosscut Kings, 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 30 - Something Great, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 4 - Conservation District Benefit Dinner, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 6 - Pint & Paint event with Boyne Arts Collective, 4 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 7 - Under the Moon, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 8 - The Real Ingredients, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 12 - Open Mic Night, 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 - Jeff Pagel, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 15 - Nelson Olstrom, 6 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 21 - The Real Ingredients, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 22 - The Shifties, 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 28 - Crosscut Kings, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 29 - Something Great, 7 p.m.
WHI-SKI INN
, 2670 US 131 South, Boyne Falls. (231) 549-3346. Music on Saturdays, 7-10 p.m.:
November 21 - Tom Zipp (Thanksgiving Eve Party)
November 22 - 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner (1-4pm)
November 24 - Lou Thumser
December 1 - Bill Oeming
December 8 - Crosscut Kings
December 14 - The Lopers (3rd Annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Party)
December 15 - Lou Thumser
December 22 - Tom Zipp
December 29 - Nick Vasquez
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HOLIDAY RADIO PROMOTION - Team up with Blarney Stone Broadcasting, the new 101.9 WLDR, Michigan's Music Leader; and Q100, the only place for rock and roll, to drive traffic to your local business this holiday season! Contact us today at 989-348-6171 for Shop Local package details.
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 NOVEMBER MACGREGOR CARES nominees are:
> Northern Michigan Equine Therapy - a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to equine-assisted therapy using the healing nature of a horse as a therapeutic tool to enhance independence, self-confidence, and quality of life.
> Jane Price, a cancer patient who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments, is missing work and must drive from Pellston to Petoskey and back several times a week.
Details and voting are on MacGregor Plumbing & Heating's website at www.macgregorplumbing.com. V
oting continues through November 30th. You can vote once a day every day.
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OVERCOMING CHILDHOOD PAIN will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Potluck Sunday, Nov. 25 at 5:30, program beginning at 6:30. Bring a dish to share. The program features a filmed interview with Delisa Mayer, a woman whose family took part in an ill-fated university study during her childhood. The outcome of that study-which introduced a newborn chimpanzee into the family and asked them to raise it as a human child-shaped Mayer's childhood and led to her parents' divorce. "Our family was very torn up by this," says Mayer. "It was a hard thing to live through, and it's one of the reasons I don't often tell this story." During the program participants will discover key steps to help recover from the scars of past experiences.
> Lifetree Café is in the First Presbyterian Church, 401 S. Park St., Boyne City. Use the Pine St. entrance. It is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions may be directed to Julie Hasse at 231-582-7983 or Lifetree@fpboyne.org.
LYME DISEASE VICTIM FUND-RAISER - The Landing restaurant is encouraging people to attend a fund-raiser for one of their employees, Doni Vaughn, who has been diagnosed with Lyme Disease. Also a teacher at East Jordan Elementary School, Doni has been unable to walk due to paralysis that has progressed into her limbs. The fund-raiser dinner and auction will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28 at East Jordan High School. There will be a pasta bar with a suggested donation of $7 for adults, $5 for children, $30 per family. There will also be a bake sale, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, pop can drive and more. Donations can be mad in Doni Vaughn's name at Charlevoix State Bank. Questions, call Renee Guerriero, 231-631-1779. Flyer with details.
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 VISITORS GUIDE - The Boyne Area Chamber's Visitors Guide/Business Directory is available as a digital magazine as well as a beautiful 4-color printed 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
. The Visitors Guide mobile app is available in the iTunes App Store. Search for Boyne Visitors Guide and download it to your iPhone or iPad.
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"BC" WINDOW STICKERS
and "Boyne City" license plates are available at Local Flavor bookstore with proceeds going to the Boyne City Booster Foundation.
CHAMBER'S MOBILE APP - Search "Boyne Chamber" in the iPhone App Store or Google Play to download.
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