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The Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau (PAVB) welcomes Sarah Ombry as its new marketing & communications director. Ombry, brings over seven years of industry experience to northern Michigan and the Petoskey area. Working with the entire PAVB team, Ombry will lead the bureau’s efforts to increase consumer awareness, opinion, and consideration of both leisure travel and group business in the Petoskey area as Michigan’s only true four-season destination by developing and implementing its annual marketing and communications strategy. She will work closely with the bureau’s social media & content manager to provide integration of messaging across owned media channels, and alongside the bureau’s group sales director on paid media programs targeting destination meetings, conferences, and group travel. She can be reached at [email protected] or 231-348-2755. Click here to read the full press release.
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The Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau also welcomes Melinda Porter as its new office administrator. Previously with Petoskey Plastics, Porter brings over 30 years of diverse experience and administrative skills to northern Michigan and the Petoskey area. Porter will provide a variety of administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. This support includes managing guest information requests, bureau board/member communications, accounts payable, expense tracking, various bookkeeping functions, administering bureau meetings/elections, and providing admin support to the bureau staff. Melinda is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys camping, kayaking, and hiking local trails around the region. She can be reached at [email protected] or 231.348.2755. Click here to read the full press release.
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Klepaldo Winnell Nuorala P.C. (KWN) is thrilled to announce the promotion of Marcy Carney to engagement manager within their trust and estate department. A Certified Public Accountant for over 25 years, she works closely with local trusted advisors, including attorneys and financial advisors, to accurately complete and deliver trust, estate, and gift tax returns. Additionally, she maintains a leading role at KWN implementing software products and process improvement strategies. While she lives in Grayling, you will find her in the office 3 days per week here in Petoskey. Her three children, two step-daughters and five grandchildren keep her and Ray very busy. They are also founders of a running club in Grayling that meets once a week.
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Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Women’s Clinic is pleased to announce they will begin seeing patients at the Munson Healthcare Boyne Area Health Clinic on January 23. This new front door to obstetric and gynecologic care is part of Munson Healthcare’s Regional Care Transformation Plan.
Board-certified family nurse practitioner, Maurica Cox, will see patients every Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The clinic, located at 223 North Park Street in Boyne City, will care for a wide variety of conditions including pre- and post-natal appointments, gynecologic care, contraception, well-women visits, and menopause and hormone therapy. Maurica, along with James Jeakle, MD and Caitlyn Monks, DO will continue to see patients at the Charlevoix clinic location. To make an appointment at any of their locations, call 231-547-4477.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (Bigs) recently honored Tyler Bartosh as big brother of the year and Jill Jelinek as big sister of the year at the Bigs Social on Thursday, January 18 at MiddleCoast Brewing Company. Each year, Bigs honors two outstanding volunteer mentors to serve as the locally recognized ambassadors of Bigs demonstrating the impact mentoring relationships have on children and their future success. These bigs are nominated by community members in Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse and Kalkaska counties and exemplify characteristics including demonstrating a significant impact on the life of their littles, being highly engaged as an advocate for Bigs’ mission, and helping to empower their littles potential in identifiable ways. Click here to find out more.
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Fireside Hearth and Leisure, Felicia Mussio, 5975 Charlevoix Avenue, Petoskey. Tel. 231-373-5150 https://firesideofpetoskey.com/ Follow on Facebook. Fireside Hearth & Leisure is a subsidiary of H2Oasis Inc. They have been in business for over 35 years and have over 100 years of combined experience in the fireplace & hearth Industry. We provide sales and service of fireplaces, stoves, hot tubs, billiard tables, grills, outdoor kitchens, firepits and much more.
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This Weekend
Everyone is invited to stop in at The Computer Source for their ribbon cutting TODAY at 3:00 p.m. at their brand-new store at 445 E. Mitchell Street next to Poetess and Stranger. They will also be hosting an open house that day from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Stop in and meet their team, see their new space, and learn more about them. They offer new and refurbished computers, software & hardware upgrades, virus removal, data recovery, phone & tablet repair, security camera sales & installation. AND, they make house calls. Click here to learn more about them. Give them a call at 231-420-1813. They are open Monday- Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tonight, January 19 at 7:00 p.m., comedian Kermet Apio is returning to Great Lakes Center for the Arts. He was a fan favorite last summer when he opened for comedian Brian Regan, so they’ve invited him back to kick off the new year. Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Kermet has called Seattle, Washington, home since college. Kermet, a self-proclaimed playful procrastinator, broke into the comedy scene in the late 90s. After that first open mic night at the Comedy Underground in Seattle, Kermet was hooked and soon ditched the security of a 9-to-5 to embrace performing and making audiences laugh full-time. Get ready to laugh away the calories gained over the fun holiday season. Tickets are now available.
This weekend, January 19-21 head to The Highlands at Harbor Springs to celebrate their 60th anniversary. They have so many great events set for the weekend that you will not want to miss. Immerse yourself in the magic of their Slopeside European Market, a special celebration to commemorate The Highlands’ 60th anniversary. This enchanting winter market combines the allure of vintage romance and the cozy charm of a European-inspired market. Step into a winter wonderland; from strolling through a market to enjoying the warmth of fire pits sipping mulled wine, you will find something to do for everyone. There will be Olympic athletes present, ski races, a champagne toast, fireworks, and so much more. Click here for all of the details.
Saturday, January 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Crooked Tree Arts Center, Blissfest Presents: Good Morning Bedlam as a part of Downtown Sound. Good Morning Bedlam is the folk-rock band from Minneapolis, MN made up of Tori and Isaak Elker. In 2019 they claimed the first-place title at the John Hartford Memorial Festival Band Competition and were finalists at the NWSS Band Competition. Their shows are known for their wild energy and stunning harmonies. GMB has played at festivals alongside artists such as Shakey Graves, Sam Bush, Jason Isbell, The Infamous Stringdusters, Trampled by Turtles and others. GMB has been featured on Bluegrass Today, Relix Magazine, Glide Magazine, and Paste Magazine. Click here to purchase tickets.
Creative Rebirth: An Embodiment Series will take place for 5 Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. every other Sunday, starting January 21 at Hilary Lake Healing Arts. You’re invited to tend to your inner self and cultivate a creative space that nurtures just what you need at this tender time of the new year. You’ll learn perspectives and techniques that can support this tending through relaxing, renewing and uplifting practices with others in community. Using embodied storytelling, intuitive drawing, creative writing, somatic meditation and circle sharing, they’ll explore co-creating the conditions for creative rebirth in your lives amidst change, challenges and conflict. Learn more by clicking here.
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Next Week
Auditions are next week for this spring’s Little Traverse Civic Theatre’s performance of Parfumerie. The auditions will take place on Monday, January 22 and Tuesday, January 23 both at 6:30 p.m. at Crooked Tree Arts Center with potential callbacks on Thursday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. The performances will take place on May 9-12 and May 16-18 also at Crooked Tree Arts Center. Click here to find out more about the play. Click here to download the audition packet.
The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is hosting a Versiti blood drive on January 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at their office in Harbor Springs. January is national blood donor month. Every donation impacts up to 3 lives. Help them reach their goal of 17 donations so they can give 51 patients another chance at life. Click here to find out more and for a link to schedule your appointment.
Brighten up a blustery evening with the warmth of a South African wine dinner featuring Babylonstoren wines at Palette Bistro on Wednesday, January 24 at 6:30 p.m. Special guest Nadine Maruszczak, of Babylonstoren, will guide guests through five wines perfectly paired with this six-course dinner created by Scott Wiltjer, chef de cuisine. Featured courses include: oysters with horseradish, mignonette, bitterlekker gelee, grilled octopus, grilled quail, charcuterie, braised beef bunny chow, and chocolate tart. Click here for reservations and full menu. Call 231-348-3321 for more details.
Join Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council from noon to 1:00 via Zoom, Thursday, January 25 for their Icebreaker session, PFAS: The Biggest Environmental Crisis in 40 Years and the Impact in Northern Michigan. This is a part of a free online winter lecture series. Click here to find out more and to register to receive your Zoom link.
Thursday, January 25 head to Ron’s Bar for the Big Water Creative Arts 3rd annual winter fundraiser. Is it from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and it will be a night of fun. There will be cheap beer, live music, awesome giveaways, and so much more. Come out and support the arts, and have a great time with your friends.
Join the Leadership Little Traverse (LLT) Class of 2023-24 for a Luncheon Lecture at North Central Michigan College on January 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The class will share a brief overview of the 9-month professional leadership program and what led the group to choose the Child Care Initiative (CCI), a community-driven effort to address the undersupply of child care in Emmet County, as their community service project. Jennifer Wixson will share findings from Phase 1 of the CCI and an overview of identified community-based innovations in an introduction to Phase 2. Don't miss this chance to be part of shaping a high-quality, accessible early care and education system in Emmet County. Learn more and register for the event here.
Odawa Casino would like to invite you to the grand opening of its newest venue, Room 94. Join them on Friday, January 26 beginning at 4:00 p.m. This new taproom is set to redefine the dining experience by seamlessly blending delectable tavern-style cuisine with a vibrant entertainment hub featuring pool tables, dart boards, video games, and a breathtaking deck that will offer panoramic sunset views. Click here to find out more about this exciting new restaurant.
January 27 and 28, Boyne Highlands is hosting Women’s Weekend Ski Camp, and you can still sign up to get in on the fun. This 2-day camp is designed for intermediate through advanced skiers seeking expert guidance to expand their skills on a variety of trails and snow conditions. Led by Heidi Ettlinger, the program offers over twenty years of expertise in women's skiing programming, providing top-notch coaching for both professionals and recreational skiers. So grab all of your girlfriends, check out the details, and get ready to elevate your skills. Click here to reserve your spot.
Join Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery for a vertical wine tasting event on Saturday, January 27 at 6:00 p.m. What is a vertical wine tasting you ask? A vertical wine tasting is a wine tasting that provides an excellent opportunity to sample and compare the difference between various vintages of one wine made by a winery. Tickets are $30 per person, but as a special offer to Mackinaw Trail Winery Wine Club Members, tickets will be 25% off. Along with the wine tasting, charcuterie boards/finger foods will be provided. Some of these wines have been sold out for years, and this will be your one opportunity to taste them and be able to take your own bottles home. Click here to reserve your tickets.
Bearcub Outfitters and Camp Daggett are excited to offer their annual snowshoe events on Saturday, January 27, and Saturday, February 24 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This popular event gives the community the opportunity to enjoy Camp Daggett in a peaceful, torchlit winter setting. Enjoy the serene ambiance of trekking across show-covered trails illuminated by more than 100 torches. Dress warmly, and prepare to have fun. Don’t own snowshoes? No problem. Bearcub Outfitters has plenty available for you to borrow for free. After the hike, enjoy cocoa, cookies, a campfire, and the chance to purchase raffle tickets to win amazing prizes. All proceeds benefit Camp Daggett. This is a free event although donations to support Camp Daggett are appreciated. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Upcoming
HOT TOPICS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Petoskey Middle School Media Center. This is the first Hot Topics session of the year. ADHD in Teens: Understanding & Managing ADHD. Learn strategies for helping your teen succeed through the challenges of ADHD, the most common childhood neurological disorder which often causes serious problems at school and at home. Join them for an evening to learn more about ADHD, including strategies for how to help your teen and family better manage ADHD symptoms. Presenters will be Rebekah Pedersen, LPC, behavior health therapist, Alcona Health Services, Petoskey High School; and Christine Carpenter, LMSW Health Department of Northwest Michigan. This is open to parents, caregivers, and community. There is on-site childcare provided. If transportation is a barrier, call Kirstyn at 231-347-5362.
Concord Academy of Petoskey is excited to invite you to a free community event at the Petoskey Field House, Friday, February 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. While your kids play for free, you can learn about what Concord Academy of Petoskey, a tuition free, public, charter school has to offer. This event is open to the public including current Concord students. They will have an area providing information about the school; their charter, Lake Superior State University; and exclusive benefits for our students at the Petoskey Field House. Student artwork will be displayed. Make sure to also see the robotics team, the Bot-o-Caps, in action. For more information call Concord Academy Petoskey at 231-439-6800, or click here.
Saturday, February 3 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Little Traverse Bay Humane Society is hosting their annual Rock Out for Rescue fundraiser. It will be a fun-filled evening of dancing, drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an exciting silent auction at the Grand Unity Event Center in Petoskey. Live music will be provided by Main Street Dueling Pianos of Grand Rapids. The fundraiser will benefit the 900-plus animals that the organization rescues each year. Click here to read the full press release. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are currently available. Call 231-347-2396 to find out more, and visit their website to purchase tickets.
Join your favorite poetess at Poetess and Stranger on February 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for Imbolic, a meaningful workshop geared to help everyone’s own wellbeing so that you may be mentally, emotionally, and magically prepared to support the wellbeing of the waterways that surround you. Space is very limited, and the cost is $60 to participate. This is for ages 18+, and you will need to bring a journal, pen, and a cushion and or blanket for comfort. Do not want to register. Do it now by calling 231-622-8053 or emailing [email protected].
North Central Michigan College has two amazing opportunities coming up in 2024. Train your team to "Get More Done!" on February 6, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Improve personal productivity through workflow assessment, core principles, and immediate application of skills. Participants will identify task management limitations, master workflow stages, recognize essential steps/tools, explore supporting technology, and define improvement goals. Invest in your team's success. Learn more and register here. February 15, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., enhance your teamwork and communication skills with the "DiSC Assessment" workshop. Tailored for all staff involved in interpersonal interactions, this workshop explores four work styles, helps identify personal behavioral styles, and enhances communication using the DiSC model. Learn more and register here.
Communication Collaboration: Tuesday, February 6, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Petoskey Public Library. Staying relevant in an ever-changing world of technology and social media trends can be exhausting. Join cohorts in an informal setting to share resources, frustrations and discuss the ins and outs of marketing and communications. They'll focus on success stories, ask the tough questions and find out if AI is really taking over the world. See you on Tuesday, February 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Petoskey Public Library Classroom. Questions? Email Noelle at [email protected]
Petoskey High School National Honor Society is hosting a Versiti blood drive on Wednesday, February 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the auxiliary gym at Petoskey High School. This is a student-run blood drive, and they would appreciate your support. Every donation impacts up to 3 lives. Help them reach their goal so they can give needy patients another chance at life. Click here to find out more and for a link to schedule your appointment.
Thursday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, join the Little Traverse Historical Society for a lecture entitled: Transportation. Originally presented by Allan McCune and Mert Carter in February, 1974, this program will share the history of railroads and steamships in the area. Mert Carter was part of the group that wanted a canal built between Crooked Lake and Little Traverse Bay and his part of the program featured the Inland Waterway. Executive Director Jane Garver will reprise the program with newly digitized images from the McCune scrapbooks. Click here to register for this program.
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Of Special Note
January 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of Challenge Mountain, a non-profit organization that provides adaptive recreational opportunities, cultural programs and social events for people living with cognitive, physical, and mental disabilities. “We are proud of where we’ve come, and even more excited about our future,” shares Elizabeth Gertz, Challenge Mountain executive director. “Every achievement is a milestone, both for our organization and for our amazing participants.” Challenge Mountain began as a dream of Darla Evans, the parent of a daughter living with a disability. Chrissy was confined to a wheelchair with limited opportunities to experience activities with family and friends. Click here to read more about Darla and Chrissy’s journey, about Challenge Mountain’s history, and the amazing programs offered in northern Michigan.
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency is offering free tax prep for households that made less than $75,000 last year. They know that you are busy. Let them file your taxes for you for free, or file them yourself for free. They have a group of highly-qualified, IRS- certified volunteers who know what they are doing when it comes to your taxes.
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Attention: Little Traverse Bay Humane Society is looking for the kid (or possibly the adult) who left the handwritten note in crayon in their donation box at Tap 30. The request on the note was “to give every puppy or dog an extra meal”. They want you to know that all 31 of their shelter dogs received an extra large Kong filled with deliciousness that day. Also, they want to know who you are! Please reach out to them at 231-347-2396. Click here to see the video of all of the dogs receiving their treats.
Did you know that Flora Bae Home offers all kinds of workshops? Oh, it is true. This winter and spring, they have a lineup of interesting art-inspired workshops for you to attend. From painting to flower arranging, to crocheting rocks, Flora Bae Home has you covered. Click here to find out more about these classes and how you can reserve your spot.
If you are a student in Emmet County graduating this spring and planning to continue your education this fall, the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation invites you to peruse the variety of scholarship opportunities available. The Community Foundation is now accepting applications for a total of 49 scholarships, available for students who will be attending community college, university, or trade and vocational programs in the 2024-25 academic year. Scholarships are available for non-traditional students, homeschool students, and adults continuing their education. Application deadline is Friday, March 1, 2024, and more information is available here.
SAVE THE DATE: The Manna Food Project is excited to introduce their first annual gala event. Join their board and staff at the Bay Harbor Yacht Club on June 20, 2024 for a garden party featuring entertainment by Owen James, cocktail hour overlooking Lake Michigan, a live auction, and a three-course dinner. Tickets will be available in March 2024; however, Manna is currently seeking event sponsors. You can find the many sponsor benefits and more information about the event online by visiting givebutter.com/2024gala. If you have any questions, please reach out to Cherell at [email protected] or 231-347-8852.
Employers: Register now for North Central’s Spring Career Fair. North Central Michigan College is hosting a spring career fair on Wednesday, April 3, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the NCMC Student & Community Resource Center gymnasium. Open to employers and jobseekers, the event will provide opportunities to network and recruit candidates for career-track and entry-level positions as well as internships. Space is limited to the first 55 employers to register. Secure your booth before January 28 to receive their early bird rate of $30! (Regular rate is $50.) Register now at the early bird rate. Questions? Contact Wendy Kresnak, NCMC career development specialist, at [email protected] or 231-439-6265.
Tillie's Tafel is now accepting fundraising partners. Tillie's Tafel loves to support their community and offers partnerships for those planning a fundraising event. This program allows partners to sell Tillie's Tafel products and keep 40% of the sales. To become a partner, contact Tillie's Tafel at [email protected] or by calling 231-753-2044.
Brother Dan’s food pantry has put out an emergency call for women’s and children’s winter hats and gloves. It is cold and snowy out there! If you have hats and gloves that are in good shape that you are no longer using, please donate them to Brother Dan’s so that they can get them out to those in need. Give them a call at 231-347-7423 to coordinate a drop off time.
NEW for small businesses and entrepreneurs: Tune in every Tuesday to Small Biz, Big Wins, a podcast by Keep it Real Social, your local award-winning marketing agency. This week, learn about business expansion and choosing a niche. Learn from fellow business owners and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship. Listen today and apply to be a guest or recommend someone inspiring.
Booth applications are now being accepted for the 46th annual Northern Michigan Home and Outdoor Living Show to be held on March 15 and 16 at North Central Michigan College in Petoskey. Early bird discounts on booth space are available until January 31. The 2023 show had 1000 visitors! Generate leads, showcase your products and services, and ramp up your business. Any home-related business is invited: builders, suppliers, technology, decorating, outdoor living, realtors, financial services, kitchen and bath products and services, and related. The show is hosted by the Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan. Forms and info are available at: https://www.hbanorthernmichigan.com/home-show-2024
Petoskey Comprehensive Healthcare (PCH) is now open. Dr. Martin Jankowski is now accepting patients at their new family practice. PCH is conveniently located at 302 Orchard Ridge Drive in Petoskey. Their accepted insurance includes Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial insurance. Call them at 231-939-0050 to schedule an appointment. You can learn more about their services at PetoskeyHealth.com.
Save the date for the Galentine's Day Extravaganza at Stafford's Pier Restaurant. Ladies, mark your calendars and get ready to toast to friendship! Stafford’s Hospitality is thrilled to announce that their Pier Restaurant will be hosting the ultimate Galentine's Day event this year on February 17. Registration kicks off on Jan. 22. Stay tuned for more details.
If you've always wanted to try meditation, now is your chance. Tiffany of Yoga Roots is offering her 10-week course, Meditation for Inner Peace, online for FREE. This gift is for anyone interested in investing in themselves. Classes will be held online via Facebook and Instagram live. January Events: Full Moon Yoga 1-25-24 at 7:15 p.m. Kitty Meowditation at Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, a Friday FUNdraiser 1-25-24 at 5:30 p.m. Sound Healing Training and Immersion 1-27-24 at 12:30 p.m. Healing Circle and Sound Bath by donation 1-28-24 at 6:30 p.m. All this goodness AND yoga classes seven days a week. Check them out. Be here. Be you. Belong.
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) services to its comprehensive healthcare offerings. This new service is part of Munson Healthcare’s Regional Care Transformation Plan and reflects the hospital's ongoing commitment to providing advanced and specialized care to the community. PFT services at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital will be provided by a team of experienced and highly trained respiratory therapists, ensuring patients receive accurate and timely results. For more information about the new Pulmonary Function Testing services at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital, or to make an appointment, please call 231-547-8668.
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