NOTE: We’re sending our Thursday newsletter early to get the word out about our Harbor Stars winners! | |
Inside this issue of Harbor Happenings:
> Harbor Stars winners in 7 categories
> City Candidates Forum set for Monday; Send us your questions
> Friday deadline to order new local puzzles
> Skeletons Arise again in October - We list them all
> Fall Fun Guide events below
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Harbor Stars award winners gathered for a group picture. From left are Alivia Murphy, Victoria and Steve McDiarmid, Hannah Bianchi, Tom Trautman, Parks Board members (Rachel Roon, John Cupps Jr., Sarah MacLean, Scott Reiss, Dana Mulder) Nichole Hall, and Mike Johnson.
Tom Trautman named Citizen of the Year; 6 others honored at Harbor Stars dinner
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Tom Trautman was named Citizen of the Year, and six other people and organizations were honored at the gala Harbor Stars Community Awards Dinner Tuesday night. Nearly 300 people attended the sold-out event.
The award was presented by Gregg Garveron on behalf of First Community Bank, and he enumerated Trautman's many leadership positions and accomplishments.
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Citizen of the Year Tom Trautman | |
He is a longtime coach of Harbor Springs Middle School Ski Team, former President of the Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce board, present Commodore of the Little Traverse Yacht Club, ambassador and competitor in the field of yacht racing. | |
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PRESIDENT’S AWARD - Jonathan Meyer of Meyer Ace Hardware and MC Tim Knapp present the award to Harbormaster Mike Johnson.
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ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR - Dr. David Finley of North Central Michigan College and MC Tim Knapp present the award to Victoria and Steve McDiarmid of One Thirty Eight Cocktail Lounge.
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YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR - Dr. David Finley, president of North Central Michigan College, and MC Tim Knapp present the award to Nichole Hall of Birch Tree Bakery.
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BEAUTIFICATION AND ARCHITECTURAL AWARD - Rob Mossburg of The Cottage Company presents the award to the City of Harbor Springs Parks Board members, from left, John Cupps Jr., Scott Reiss, Dana Mulder, Rachel Roon, and Sarah MacLean, and MC Tim Knapp. Parks Board member Allison Larson was not present for the picture. | |
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR - Jim Hart of Graham Real Estate and MC Tim Knapp present the award to Alivia Murphy.
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MARTY VAN DE CAR COMMUNITY AMBASSADOR AWARD - Dave Kring and MC Tim Knapp present this newly renamed award to Hannah Bianchi of the Harbor Springs Farmers Market. Marty’s good friends Jenny Brower and chef Rob Sargent explained why the award was named in honor of Marty. Here is Jenny’s tribute to Marty. The Chamber also presented a Harbor Stars tile to his sister Annette VanDeCar and his aunt Rosie, who were present at the awards dinner. | |
Marty Van De Car and chef Rob Sargent worked together at the Taste of Harbor Springs seven times. | |
Marty's sister Annette VanDeCar and his aunt Rosie attended the Harbor Stars dinner Tuesday. | |
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Chamber to host city candidates forum Monday
The Harbor Springs Chamber will hold a City Council Candidates Forum at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10th, at City Hall. The public is invited to attend or watch online and to submit questions to director@harborspringschamber.com.
Chamber Executive Director Bonnie Kulp will moderate the forum. The Chamber plans to broadcast the forum live on the City of Harbor Springs YouTube Channel and the City Zoom. The forum will also be recorded so it can be viewed later.
All six candidates have confirmed their attendance.
> MAYOR CANDIDATES are incumbent Matt Bugera and challenger Andrew Potter.
> COUNCIL CANDIDATES for two open positions: incumbent Nancy Rondel and challengers Maggie Lacy, Jeff James, and Jamie Melke.
CANDIDATE STATEMENTS - We have asked the candidates to provide a statement with some background about themselves and their positions on local issues. So far, we have received four statements, and we will print others as we receive them.
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Welcome, new Chamber member! | |
Big Apple Bagels
Kelly and Lloyd Scripter, Owners
1123 N. US 31
Petoskey MI 49770
(231) 348-1110
Email:
BigAppleBagelsPetoskey@yahoo.com
Website
Facebook
ABOUT US: The Big Apple Bagels in Petoskey is owned and operated by lifetime local residents, Kelly and Lloyd Scripter, who purchased the store in October of 2021. Both Kelly and Lloyd come with a strong sense of community and a dedication to quality and customer service, and they look forward to serving this community for years to come. Kelly and Lloyd have lived in and supported the community their whole lives. We love to support and promote local charities, fundraisers, schools and churches. If your organization is seeking a donation please send an email to BigAppleBagelsPetoskey@yahoo.com with your request and we’ll be in touch to discuss.
Quality products and friendly service are two of the key ingredients in separating Big Apple Bagels from nearly everyone else. Our bagels are made from scratch in-house and baked fresh daily. Our cake-like muffins are prepared with a recipe that uses soybean oil – an alternative to butter or margarine – to produce a gourmet muffin that is lower in cholesterol and extraordinary tasting. We use premium meats, cheeses and greens for made-to-order fresh sandwiches or salads that are quickly prepared for dine-in or to-go service.
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> Come celebrate with us at our ribbon-cutting at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7! |  |  | |
Friday deadline to order our new puzzle
Friday is the deadline to order the chamber’s new puzzle, a beautiful winter photograph of downtown Harbor Springs by Doug Brown of D R Brown Photography. This is our fifth limited-edition 504-piece puzzle.
Click here to order for $35.
All puzzles will be delivered to the chamber office in mid to late November, just in time for holiday gift-giving. When they arrive, we will email you to pick up your puzzles. If you need your puzzles delivered outside of our area, shipping is available on the ordering page.
We will order a few extra puzzles to have available for purchase at the Chamber. They will also be available at some local retailers starting in late November. Anyone who would prefer to pay for their puzzles by check should email angie@harborspringschamber.com, and we will invoice you. We must receive your check by Friday, October 7th.
> The chamber welcomes submissions for possible future puzzle pictures from artists and photographers. The final pictures will be 16 x 20” and may be submitted to director@harborspringschamber.com.
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Perry Farm Village skeleton | |
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67 skeletons rise again - all over Harbor!
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“Skeletons Arise,” our unique, fun and popular Halloween promotion,has returned for its third year. Show your community spirit, get creative and buy or sponsor a skeleton to dress up and display in front of your place of business, home or somewhere in the downtown for the month of October. Only a few remain!
This year we will be having a contest for the best skeleton. Once the skeletons have been placed, online voting will determine the most creative skeleton. Note: you do not have to be a chamber member to participate in the Skeletons Arise program.
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Pet Pantry has some skeleton pets. | |
- 119 Studio
- A.R. Pontius Flower Shop
- Ahrens Gallery and Studio
- American Spoon
- Bar Harbor
- BC Pizza of Harbor Springs
- Belle Aquatic
- Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
- Best Western of Harbor Springs
- Birch Tree Bakery & Cafe
- Blissfest Music Organization
- City of Harbor Springs
- Collins & Associates Insurance Agency
- Colonial Inn
- Cottage Company
- Edward Jones - Randy Keys, Financial Advisor
- Edward Jones-Tim Knapp, Financial Advisor
- Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls
- EMMET COTTAGE
- First Community Bank - HS
- Gattle's Inc.
- Graham Management
- Graham Real Estate
- Harbor Springs Area Historical Society
- Harbor Springs Garden Club
- Harbor Springs Library
- Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre
- Harbor Springs Market
- Harbor Springs Mattress Co.
- Harbor Springs Public Schools
- HARBOR, Inc.
- Harbor/Brenn Insurance Agencies
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- HUZZA
- Irish Boat Shop
- Ivy Boutique
- Johan's Pastry Shop
- Julieta y Romeo
- Kelbel Pharmacy
- Last Chance Resale Store
- Little Traverse Conservancy
- Little Traverse Tileworks
- McClutchey's Store
- Meyer Ace Hardware
- Moose Jaw Junction
- Nub's Nob Ski Area
- Perry Farm Village
- Perry Farm Village
- Pet Pantry
- Polished on Main
- Primitive Images
- Ramer & Moore P.C.
- Rocking Horse Toy Company
- Sadie Rose Boutique
- Small Batch at the Cupola
- The Boathouse of Harbor Springs
- The Depot Club and Restaurant
- The New York Restaurant
- Tom's Mom's Cookies
- Touring Gear
- Tres Belle, Inc.
- True North Golf Club
- Turkeys cafe and pizzeria
- Vernales
- Witty Art Galerie
- Yummies
RESIDENTIAL:
- Fred Tabor
- Kim and Michael Thoresen
- Emmet Cottage
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Chamber board nominations are due Friday | |
The Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations through Friday, October 7th for open seats to serve 3-year terms on the Board of Directors. | |
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Nominees must come from businesses or organizations that are members in good standing with the Harbor Springs Chamber. Ideal candidates serve in leadership roles in their organization and/or bring specific skills, talents, or experiences that can benefit the mission of the chamber, which is "To promote, enhance and contribute to the success of the business community and visitor experience."
To nominate yourself or another individual, please send an email to Executive Director Bonnie Kulp (director@harborspringschamber.com), writing BOARD NOMINATION in the subject line. The email should include a brief message of why the candidate would be interested in serving on the chamber’s board of directors, and the skills and talents they can bring to the board.
> Current board members.
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Thanks for renewing your memberships in September!
The Harbor Springs Chamber thanks the following businesses and organizations for renewing their memberships during the month of September- and we've included the dates they joined the chamber. We appreciate your continuing support! We will print October renewals next month.
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- Original Work Studio, 10/16/2008
- Northern Michigan Sports Medicine, 10/10/2001
- Edward Jones - Randy Keys, Financial Advisor, 10/7/2009
- Edward Jones-Tim Knapp, Financial Advisor, 10/7/2014
- Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls, 10/29/2007
- Harbor House Publishers, Inc., 10/15/2010
- Hramiec Hoffman Fine Art & Craft, 10/8/1999
- Rocking Horse Toy Company, 8/1/2000
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- The Shores On Crooked Lake Homeowners, 10/20/2015
- Pineview Cottage Assisted Living, 10/25/2016
- Rodrigo's, 6/18/2018
- Exodus Painting Inc., 9/24/2018
- Keller Pest Control, 10/3/2018
- Michigan Community Capital, 10/2/2020
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Holiday Window Decorating Contest is open to commercial and residential entries | |
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The Harbor Springs Chamber has announced “National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation” as the Holiday Commercial and Residential Window Decorating Contest theme. Let’s get a little crazy and start planning your store or office windows!
Join us as we celebrate the 107th anniversary of a Community Christmas tree in downtown Harbor Springs.
First, second and third place will be awarded in each of four categories: Retail Gifts, Retail Clothing, Service/Restaurants, and Residential.
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation | |
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Entries will be judged on holiday theme, spirit, originality, and (for businesses) incorporation of merchandise. Judging will take place on Friday, November 25. Winners will be announced at the Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 26th, beginning at 6 p.m.
> Sign up here by 5 p.m. on Nov. 21.
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Hats, puzzles, T-shirts, & notecards at the chamber
You can help support the Harbor Springs Chamber by purchasing puzzles, T-shirts, Car Festival hats, and notecards featuring scenes of our community. All are available at the chamber office, 118 E. Main Street.
CAR FESTIVAL HATS - For the first time, this year we are offering a Commemorative Car Festival soft cotton hat with the Car Festival logo for $30. Details.
HARBOR SPRINGS PUZZLES - The Trisha Witty Harbor Springs 4th of July Parade puzzles are available for $35 at the chamber office, and our new winter puzzle will soon be available as well. Also selling the puzzles are Witty Art Galerie, Kelbel Pharmacy, HANNI Gallery, Harbor Springs Area History Museum Gift Shop, Harbor Wear. Details.
HARBOR SPRINGS T-SHIRTS were designed by Mary Hramiec Hoffman of Hramiec Hoffman Gallery. They are a great souvenir or keepsake from Harbor Springs. Limited availability in Men’s, Women’s and Youth sizes. Prices range from $23 to $32, depending on size. Details. Harbor Springs Market also sells these great shirts. Street Musique and other shirts are also available from the chamber.
HARBOR SPRINGS NOTECARDS - A set of beautiful Harbor Springs notecards is available for $15.95 including tax per set of 12. With your purchase you will receive 3 each of the 4 photographs, in a lovely bag sealed with the chamber logo, ready for you to give as gifts or individual notes. You can mail up to three sets for an additional $10. Details.
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2022 Special Events Calendar
* = Chamber events | ** = Chamber Foundation events | = Chamber Member Events
All events are subject to change. Printed below is the calendar through October.
Click here to see a printable PDF of the updated full year calendar.
Now thru Oct. 15 (Saturdays) – Farmers Market (Corner of State & Main) 9a-1p
Oct 1-31 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* – Ahrens Gallery and Studio
Oct 1-31 – Skeletons Arise*
Oct 19 – Chillin’ with the Chamber 4p-6p*
Nov 1-30 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* – Nub’s Nob
Nov 1 – Holiday Window Decorating Contest Begins*
Nov 1 – Coffee and Conversation (HSACC, 118 E. Main) 8-10a*
Nov 12 – Ladies Night Out*
Nov 16 – Chillin’ with the Chamber 4p-6p*
Nov 26 – Christmas Tree Lighting 6p*
Dec 1-31 – Chamber Office Sponsor of the Month* – Fox & Hound
Dec 3 – Merchants Holiday Open House 6p-9p*
Dec 6 – Coffee and Conversation (HSACC, 118 E. Main) 8-10a* - Harbor/Brenn Agency
Dec 21 – Chillin’ with the Chamber 4p-6p*
> Full year calendar
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Check out these area webcams
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Steeple Cam from atop Holy Childhood Church - View
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Lyric Theatre, downtown - View
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Graham Real Estate webcam on the bluff - View
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Nub's Nob Ski Area - View
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The Highlands at Harbor Springs - View
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MEMBER NEWS
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Leaves are starting to fall at The Highlands and all over Northern Michigan.
FALL FUN GUIDE
City and The Highlands plan Saturday festival
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Pond Hill Farm Fall Fest, 5699 S. Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs – In addition to canned goods, beer and wine, a huge pumpkin display, gourds, and a few farm animals, we entertain kids with Fall Fest activities like pumpkin bowling and pumpkin smashing. Open Wed.-Sun. 11am-6pm and until 8pm on Saturdays through Oct. 23.
> Haunted Vineyard Friday nights 6-9pm through Oct. 28th. Ages 12 & up - $10. Enter if you dare for a spooktacularly fun time.
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Scenic chairlift rides at The Highlands. | |
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> Family Fun Barn - Free.
> Bonfire with s’mores, brats, hot dogs, beer, wine, cider, hot cocoa.
> Biergarten Tent is all decked out for fall. Open for tastings, pizza, salads, parm grilled cheese and more, Wed.-Sun, dog friendly. Website.
TOPO Adventures are a fun way for all ages to go exploring around Little Traverse Bay in a whole new way! Go at your pace and schedule . Choose from 4 adventures here expertly crafted by TOPOnexus - Center for Learn Local.
Boyer Glass Works Studio and Gallery’s 13th Annual Great Lakes Pumpkin Patch continues through Saturday, Oct. 8, at 207 State Street, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain or shine, the event is indoors and warm. We will be demonstrating blown glass pumpkins every day. This includes all of the unique varieties of yellow that we create. Facebook Page.
Nubs Nob Open House on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 9 to 4. Season pass sale, Ski Swap, free brats, chili and hot dogs at noon; pre-season tuning special, fall colors hike, foot race straight up Smokey at 2 p.m. Details. New chairlift for 2023 - Video.
Harbor Harvest - October 8th is the first ever “Harbor Harvest,” a fall farmers market festival. Along with the usual Harbor Springs Farmers Market vendors, get ready for horse-drawn wagon rides with a beautiful team of Clydesdales, pick a pumpkin at the pumpkin patch, grab a cup of fresh apple cider, bring your kiddos to bounce in the bounce house, and stay for fun and games.
Free admission to Raven Hill - Saturday, October 8th is the final FREE (Families Reaching for Educational Excellence) Second Saturday for 2022 for Raven Hill Discovery Center. Look for these special family days to return on May 13, 2023, when the weather warms up once again. Free Second Saturdays are free admission for families only. No groups please. Come explore the Discovery Room with its hands-on exhibits, enjoy Checkers the corn snake and Spike the bearded dragon, before you head outside to investigate all the outdoor exhibits, like the Music Garden, Jurassic Park walkway, Schoolhouse, Treehouse, Connections Trail, the Ancient World and much more. For additional information, email cheri@miravenhill.org or call 231.536.3369. Latest newsletter.
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9 and 10 News fall color map and suggested color tours - details. | |
Get outside for October Conservancy events | |
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Oct. 7 - Toddling Through The Fall, 4-5 p.m. Children are the world’s best explorers. They adventure with delight and a curiosity unparalleled. We welcome young ones into the woods to explore and play.
This program is led by LTC’s Emily Hughes and her two daughters (Ada, 2, and Ember, 4). We look forward to adventuring with you! Ages 2-5 years old. Register.
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Oct. 8, Fall Hike At Andreae/Banwell Preserve Complex, 4-5:30 p.m. Join LTC staff as we hike along the gorgeous high banks of the Pigeon River, looking and listening for migratory birds and other wildlife. The hike will include rolling and uneven terrain. Please park at the Agnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve parking area off of Big Sky Trail. Register.
Oct. 9 - Hike & Hops With Bier’s Inwood Brewery, 4-5:30 p.m. Join us for round three of Hike & Hops with LTC staff and Bier’s Inwood Brewery south of Charlevoix. The 1.5-mile preserve trail traverses through a mix of old apple orchards, rolling hardwoods, and farm fields, and follows a section of the beautiful Inwood Creek. After the hike, we’ll gather at the brewery for drinks and pizza! Please park at the brewery. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times. Register.
COMING SOON:
- History, Culture, and Art Along Lake Michigan - Oct. 12
- Owl Netting with MSRW - Oct. 13
- Planting a Haunted Forest - Oct. 29
> Full event schedule. Most Little Traverse Conservancy events are offered at no charge unless noted. For more information or to register, visit www.landtrust.org or call 231.347.0991.
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New Beginnings Resale hosts Fall Boutique | |
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New Beginnings Resale Store, a ministry of Holy Childhood of Jesus Parish. is having a Fall Boutique Event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 6-8. The boutique includes unique specialty items and name brand apparel under the red tent. Free cider, coffee and doughnuts are provided.
While you’re there, check out over 20,000 sq ft of shopping resale treasures in the main store at 650 W. Conway Road, Harbor Springs. The store supports Catholic Education and assists those who need a hand up in the community. New Beginnings is open from 10 a.m. to 4 Monday through Saturday and you can shop online 24/7. For further information, call 231-348-2980 or visit www.newbeginingsresale.com.
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Garden Club needs funding for fountain project
The Harbor Springs Garden Club is working on a project at Tuttle Corner Gardens (corner of Traverse and Third Streets). The falling down fountain has been removed along with surrounding concrete. The Garden Club needs help funding the new plumbing for the drinking fountain this summer. The Club is a 501(c)3 organization and your donation is tax-deductible. Our address is Harbor Springs Garden Club, PO Box 201, Harbor Springs, MI 49740.
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Men’s Group Community Connections planned | |
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A Men's Group Community Connections meeting is taking place from 7-9pm on Thursday, October 6. It is an opportunity to connect with other local men who are interested in ending gender-based violence and creating safe and thriving communities where all people are:
- Free from harm
- Feel safe, supported and believed
- Know they are seen and valued
- Are able to realize their full potential
The meeting will be at North Central Michigan College, Conference Room 4 (located in the Iron Horse Café); light refreshments will be provided.
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RSVP to Megan King, Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan’s Violence Prevention Coordinator, at mking@wrcnm.org or call (231) 347-1572. | |
Prime Rib Fridays return to City Park Grill | |
City Park Grill brings back Prime Rib Fridays — the perfect start to northern Michigan’s chilly weekends. Slow-roasted, lightly smoked prime rib, garlic rosemary jus, white truffle oil mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables — YUM! Plus, everyday menu favorites are available for lunch and dinner. Dine in. Take out. For reservations, call 231.347.0101. Then, round out the night with karaoke starting at 10pm. Warm up your pipes and impress friends with the skills you've been practicing in the shower! Click here for more about City Park Grill. | |
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Lecture looks at ‘Discoveries from Deep Space’ | |
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North Central Michigan College’s popular Luncheon Lecture series continues with hour-long programs held at noon on Fridays in the Library Conference Center. The attendance fee is $15 and includes a lunch buffet served at 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required.
October 7 – Discoveries From Deep Space. The James Webb Space Telescope is the latest space-based observatory, launched in December 2021 as a successor to the Hubble Space Telescope. The Webb allows us to look further back in time than Hubble and view objects in wavelengths of light that are not visible to the human eye. So great is its observing power that it is making many new discoveries about the cosmos. Rod Cortright, NASA/JPL Solar System ambassador, will discuss what makes the James Webb Telescope unique. An amateur astronomer and astrophotographer, Cortright is a founding member and vice president of the Northern Michigan Astronomy Club and manages the Sky Docent Volunteer program at the Headlands International Dark Sky Park.
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Rod Cortright is a NASA/JPL Solar System ambassador. | |
Clydesdale horse-drawn wagon rides are coming on Saturday.
'Harbor Harvest' festival set for Saturday
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By Hannah Bianchi
Market Master
This Saturday, October 8th, is our first-ever Fall Farmers Market Festival “Harbor Harvest.” Along with the usual market vendors, there will be horse-drawn wagon rides with a beautiful team of Clydesdales from Highland Roots Farm, pumpkin painting, fresh apple cider, and a bounce house.
This is also the last chance for kids to earn the ever-popular $2 market sprouts tokens. We have awarded hundreds of dollars of tokens this season, and love giving kids an opportunity to spend their own money at the Farmers Market.
This weekend we have a great group of Guests of the Market. Ċránn Bláth Fierm will be attending with a selection of local apples, and Kafui with Berg Farms will have fresh tomatoes, beans, winter squash, pumpkins, carrots, beets, and more. Carrie Roach is back with her popular hand-painted pumpkins, and Peaches the Pony is returning with Rising Hope Equestrian Center. Local artist Larissa Flynn will be painting plein air, and J&N Stone and Steel Blacksmith will be doing live demos with a selection of handmade items for sale.
“Music at the Market” this Saturday will be provided by the one and only M-119 Band. These guys are one of our favorites, you don’t want to miss them. Grab a cup of hot cider and a seat at the picnic table to enjoy some great live music.
Even though it’s late in the season, there is still a great variety of products available at the market.
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A bounce house for the kids. | |
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From baked goods, to fresh veggies, to a ready to cook pasta dinner, there is something for everyone at the Harbor Springs Farmers Market. You can pick up some fresh tomatoes and microgreens from Bliss Valley Farm, granola from Spoonful of granola, homemade empanadas at Laurita’s, fresh Great Lakes Fish from Ken’s Fresh Fish N’ Tales, and a treat for your pup at Pet Pawps.
> Tthe Harbor Springs Farmers Market is located right downtown on Main Street on Saturdays through October 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet you at the Market! Website.
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Now showing at the Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre: Last chance for The Woman King & Moonage Daydream. Amsterdam & Lyle, Lyle join Don't Worry Darling & See How They Run Friday.
Tickets and showtimes.
> We recommend purchasing tickets in advance via our app or website and arriving early to check in, purchase concessions, and enjoy our pre-show.
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Chamber members, help us promote you!
Let us know about your business news, promotions and events! Our Harbor Happenings newsletter deadline is Tuesday for publication each week on Thursday morning - it’s a free benefit of membership.
> REACH 1,000 people with your ad or press release in Harbor Happenings. You’ll get great local exposure - our newsletter goes out to 1,950 people and is opened by more than 1,000 each week. We can create your ad or give you the specs to have your people do it. We invoice you after your ad runs. Here are your advertising options:
- Display ad and web link at the top of the Thursday newsletter - $75.
- Display ad and web link after the third story in the newsletter - $50.
- Exclusive e-blast featuring your business, any day but Thursday - $150.
To send us your news, reserve your ad or ask questions, email email jim@harborspringschamber.com.
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City of Harbor Springs news
Upcoming city meetings on Zoom or YouTube:
- City Council, 7 p.m. Oct. 16.
- DDA next regular meeting, 8:30 a.m. Oct. 12.
- Parks & Recreation Board, 6 p.m. Oct. 18.
- Planning Commission, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 20.
- Full city calendar.
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City Manager’s Report:
> M-119 near Harrison will be closed through much of October as MDOT works on repairing the washout
> Fall brush and leaf clean-up began October 3rd.
> The City is hosting a tree planting day on October 8 at 11 AM. DTE Foundation donated 20 trees and ReLeaf is helping coordinate the planting. Volunteers are needed, meet at City Hall.
> Full report
Open Position: Utility Billing and Payroll Clerk - details
Help rebuild the boardwalk - Donate to the city or to Boardwalk Preservation organization.
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Friendship Center open for lunch, fun and classes | |
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Looking for something to do to occupy your time? Consider visiting the Friendship Center of Harbor Springs for lunch, some fun and camaraderie.
Start your day with one of our exercise or dance classes. We offer yoga, strength and balance, and line dance. On Friday afternoons, we offer crafts, Wii bowling, bunco, and bingo.
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In addition to regular activities, we schedule informative presentations, and other special events. Check out our website: thefriendshipcenterofharborsprings.weebly.com or our Facebook page for scheduling, or feel free to contact Jennifer, the coordinator, at 231-526-6061 with any questions. | |
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> Members are invited to post their openings on the Chamber Jobs Page. Log in to post, or email angie@harborspringschamber.com for assistance.
FIRST TEE of Northern Michigan - Executive Director. Details.
TIP OF THE MITT WATERSHED COUNCIL - Business Manager - Details.
HARBOR SPRINGS EXCAVATING - Assistant Office Manager - Details.
AMERICAN SPOON - Petoskey Retail Manager - Details.
- Gift/Product Package Assemblers - Details.
PINEVIEW COTTAGE ASSISTED LIVING is hiring 2nd and 3rd shift caregivers to join our team. Call 810-516-8928 or email dean@pineviewcottage.com. Click to apply online or print our application.
TROUT CREEK CONDOMINIUM & VACATION RENTALS is seeking a full-time rental property manager. Minimum of two years rental property management experience. Outstanding customer service and communications. Plus, proven staff supervision, general accounting/bookkeeping, marketing, and computer skills. Details.
ROCKING HORSE TOY COMPANY - Sales Associate (A.K.A. Toyologist). Come join our team as a retail associate! A fun, family atmosphere where your number one job is to play with toys. Details.
ODAWA CASINO has year-round and seasonal opportunities available, full and part-time openings and offer competitive benefits. Seasonal positions start at $18 / hr. and are eligible to earn extra money through applicable bonus programs. To apply, interested applicants can click here and complete a quick 2-step application or they may contact our Recruiting Team at recruiting@odawacasino.com or by calling (231) 439-5380.
PERRY FARM VILLAGE, a premier senior services community, is growing and looking for Cooks, Dining Services Assistants and Caregivers to join our team. Apply here
or call Barbara at 231-526-1500 ext. 6 for more information. Details.
COLDWELL BANKER FAIRBAIRN REALTY - Real estate sales associate. Joining Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty means joining a supportive office with the knowledge base to help you build and/or grow your business. If you are new to real estate, we want to share in your excitement as you build your reputation as a new face in the real estate industry. Details.
CORNERSTONE CPA SOLUTIONS - South Carolina CPA firm expanding into the Harbor Springs and Petoskey region seeking a remote/virtual, part-time (as-needed) bookkeeper. Details.
BIRCHWOOD FARMS COUNTRY CLUB - Various positions - Details.
VERNALES restaurant - Various positions. Apply online or submit resume to info@vernales.com.
PRESTON FEATHER BUILDING CENTERS - Various positions. If you don’t see the position you’re looking for, apply using our general application - we are always looking for great talent to join the team.
TOP OF MICHIGAN TRAILS COUNCIL - Development Director - Details.
THE HIGHLANDS AT HARBOR SPRINGS - Employment Page.
HARBOR SPRINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS - Employment Page.
NORTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN COLLEGE - Join our team.
MCLAREN NORTHERN MICHIGAN HOSPITAL - Employment Page.
WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER - Various job opportunities.
EMMET COUNTY - Various positions. Details.
College Central Network for North Central Michigan College.
> Find a job or post a job opening.
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Thank you and welcome, new Chamber members!
These local businesses and organizations have joined the Harbor Springs Chamber in recent weeks. We'd love to have you join them - and us!
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Please consider donating to one of our four Chamber Foundation funds:
- Harbor Springs Chamber New Building Fund
- Harbor Springs Annual 4th of July Fireworks
- Harbor Springs Street Musique
- Harbor Springs Car Festival
> Details and donation link.
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