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  • Chamber Events
  • Job Listings
  • Events/Classes/Workshops
  • Member News/Specials/Information
  • Snapshot of Upcoming Events
  • Local Government News and Public Meetings

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Chamber News & Events

Job Board

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Community Events This Week

Mama Mondays


Monday, October 27th - 9 to 11am

Masala Magic By Anita


Drop by Masala Magic after you drop off your kids to school. $10 per mom, includes tea or coffee, finger food snacks. Relax, connect and enjoy. Wear or bring your Halloween vibe.


masalamagicbyanita.com

Way to Grow Playgroups at Lakeland


Tuesday, October 28th -10 to 11am

Lakeland Elementary Gym


In partnership with the Great Start Collaborative Family Coalition, Elk Rapids Schools and the Elk Rapids District Library we invite local families with little ones (ages 5 & under) to join us for play, learning, and connection.


It’s the perfect spot for kids to explore and make new friends—while parents and caregivers can relax, chat, and find support from other grown-ups (because you deserve a break too!).


Come as you are—we’d love to meet you!


Click here for details!

Elk Rapids Garden Club Meeting


Tuesday, October 28th - 12:30 to 3pm

First Presbyterian Church


“If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” - Cicero


Come hear the latest new library news from Pamela Williams, Elk Rapids District Library Director. Much more than a new building, the site will have expanded spaces inside and out, plans for multi-generational uses, and improved community service. Pam will share updates from the promising journey from design to fundraising and into construction. Come hear how life-long learning looks in the future at the new library.


elkrapidsgardenclub.com/events/#meetings

Halloween Tea


Wednesday, October 29th - 1 to 2:30pm

Applesauce Inn


Enjoy Halloween themed scary bites, bloody tomato bisque, fresh baked scones and sweet treats! Costumes are welcome, prizes for the best!


Reservation only $40.00 per person 231-533-6448

Bingo at the Pull Barn


Wednesday, October 29th - 6 to 8pm

Short's Brewing Pull Barn


Liven up your Wednesday night with Bingo at the Pull Barn! Head over to the Pull Barn for a night of thrilling games, delicious brews, and great prizes!


shortsbrewing.com

Community Blood Drive


Thursday, October 30th - 1 to 5:30pm

Short's Brewing Pull Barn


The Pull Barn is teaming up with Versiti for a blood drive and we’re putting a Halloween twist on it. Come roll up your sleeve, donate blood, and help keep the vampires hungry this season.


It’s the perfect way to do some good and get in the spooky spirit before Halloween night. Costumes welcome (fangs optional)


elkrapidslibrary.org/events

13th Annual Indoor Trunk-or-Treat


Friday, October 31st - 5 to 7pm

Blue Pelican Inn



Elk Rapids Trick-or-Treat


Friday, October 31st - 5 to 8pm

Village of Elk Rapids


Please join them on River Street at the bear. There will be candy courtesy of the River Street merchants.


Coven Meeting


Friday, October 31st - 7 to 10pm

Johnny's Torch Riviera


Prize for best costume

Music from Ol' Pal Shayn



johnnystorchriviera.com

Jake the Dog - Live Music!


Friday, October 31st - 7 to 11pm

Torch Lake Cafe


Costume Party and Music


torchlakecafe.com

Craft Show at Amvets


Saturday, November 1st - 10am to 3pm

Elk Rapids Amvets




Cherry Capital Men's Chorus


Saturday, November 1st - 7 to 8:15pm

Music House Museum


The Cherry Capital Men’s Chorus delivers incredible four-part harmonies in the barbershop style. A staple of the Traverse City region for over 6 decades, they cover a wide range of musical genres from the American Song Book and movie tunes to patriotic and gospel numbers. This concert will feature a couple of barbershop quartets, as part of the chorus’ mission to preserve this uniquely American style of musical arrangement.


Tickets can be purchased for $25.00 at MyNorthTickets.com or by reserving at 231-938-9300 or $30 at the door. We hope to see you here!

Volunteer Social


Sunday, November 2nd - 4 to 7pm

Elk Rapids District Library


Our Outreach Librarian, Emme, is hosting monthly socials to bring together new volunteers and work on exciting library projects!


Come join the fun and make a difference!


elkrapidslibrary.org/events

Click here to view the full events calendar!

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



REGISTER FOR CLASSES/WORKSHOPS




Art and Connection

🎨965 Green Street 🎨Elk Rapids

🎨 (231) 498-2522


300 Isle of Pines

Elk Rapids, MI

(231) 264-9979


www.elkrapidslibrary.org

Library happenings, the newest of the new titles, upcoming events, Friends of the Library updates, and more! 

See website calendar for schedules

Save the Dates!

Next Week

November 5, Mike Ridley at the Town Club, 6-9pm

November 6, Family Playgroup at Grass River, 10:30-11:30am

November 6, NMC Interpretation & Environmental Education, 1-3pm

November 7, Elk Rapids Area Chamber Annual Dinner, 5-9pm

November 8, FREE Second Saturday at Raven Hill, Noon to 4pm

November 8, Wild Turkey Trot at Grass River, 11am-1pm

November 8, Amvets Evening of Wine Tasting, 6pm

November 9, The Dam Race for ER Project Graduation, 1-3pm

Weekly Reoccuring Events

Mondays

~ Embodied Yoga Flow at ER Yoga Flow, 9:30 am

~ Mug Club Monday at Short's Pull Barn, 12 - 8 pm

~ Happy Hour at the DAM Shop, 2-5 pm

~ Adult Coloring Club at Art & Connection, 4:30-6:30 pm

~ Monday Night Flights at BOS Wine, 5-7pm

Tuesdays

~ Elk Rapids Rotary Meeting at the Harbor Pavilion, 7am

~ Kundalini at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow, 9:30 am

~ Art Group at Art & Connection, 2-4 pm (2nd Tuesday only)

~ Happy Hour at the DAM Shop, 2-5 pm

~ Tech Help at the ER District Library, 10:30 am - 12 pm

Wednesday

~ Antrim Women's Coffee Group, 10-11:30 am

~ Afternoon Tea at Applesauce Inn, 1-2:30pm

~ Crafternoons at Art and Connection, 1-4pm

~ Euchre at Art and Connection, 1-4pm

~ Island House Readers Book Club-ERDL, 12-1:30pm (1st Wednesday of the month)

~ Happy Hour at the DAM Shop, 2-5 pm

~ Locals Wednesday at Ethanology, 2-9pm

~ Slow Flow at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow, 5:30 pm

Thursdays

~ Strength & Flexibility at ER Yoga Flow, 9:30 am

~ Storytime at ER Library, 10:30am

~ Leftover Men's Coffee Group at Art & Connection, 11:00-12:30 pm

~ Puzzle & Pour at BOS Wine, Noon to 6pm

~ Tech Help at the ER District Library, 1-2:30 pm

~ ER Knitters at the ER District Library, 2-4 pm

~ Locals Day at the DAM Shop, 2-5 pm

FRIDAYS

~ Vin Yin at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow, 9:30 am

~ Storytime for all at the ER District Library, 10:30-11:30 am

~ Friday Night Fish Fry at the Town Club, 5pm

~ Live music at Lost Cellars, 5-8pm

Saturdays

~ Vinyasa Flow at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow, 9:30 am

~ Authentic Mexican Foods and farm activities at Providence Farms, 9 am-5:30 pm

~ Euchre at Art & Connection every other Saturday starting (7/19), 6:30-9pm

~ Live Music at Ethanology, 

Sundays

Member News and Specials

Updates from the Elk Rapids Cinema!

Click the links below to read the full press release.


CineGroove Brings Free Classic Film Nights, Live Music &

Wine Tastings to Elk Rapids Cinema


SWITCHBACK'S CELTIC CHRISTMAS RETURNS TO ELK RAPIDS


Sweatshirt Drive


Now Thru Thanksgiving

Sacred Heart Church



Charlie Murphy Watercolor Workshop


Wednesday, November 5th - 10am to 4pm

Twisted Fish Gallery


Two upcoming opportunities to learn from one of the best!  Charles Murphy is offering Technical Watercolor on Wednesday, November 5th and Wednesday, November 12th. 


These day-long sessions take you through various techniques & applications, building color, and specialized effects. Beginners to more advanced painters have something to learn with each class.


$200/STUDENT/WORKSHOP

Please phone the gallery for supply list & to register.

#231 264 0123

The Dam Race


Save the date! Register Now


Benefits Project Graduation

Community Resources

For more information on these resources click the links above.

Community Public Meetings

  • Tuesday, October 28th, ER Planning Commission, 7:00pm - Agenda


Village of Elk Rapids

Elk Rapids Township

Milton Township

Torch Lake Township

Antrim County

Acme Township

White Water Township

Helena Township

Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

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