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SPONSOR THE BIZ BLAST
IS YOUR BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION IN NEED OF SOME GREAT EXPOSURE?
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AS A BIZ BLAST SPONSOR FOR ONLY $50/per wk.
THE COST IS AFFORDABLE AND THE EXPOSURE IS HIGH.
For more information, call the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 or email info@charlevoix.org
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Charlevoix Chamber Fall Scramble
4 Person Team 9 Hole Scramble
Charlevoix Golf Club
Wednesday, September 25
1pm Shotgun Start
12pm Check-In & Lunch
$200 per foursome includes lunch, 9 holes and skins & mulligans.
Registration Form- Please fill out and return to the Chamber office!
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Lunch Sponsor- $500
Game Sponsor- $250
Hole Sponsor- $100
Contact Caitlin for more information- cole@charlevoix.org or 231-547-2101
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Pints for Polio Event at Biers Inwood Brewery
September 11th
Join us on Wednesday, September 11 at Bier's Inwood Brewery for our annual Pints for Polio event!
Bier's will help the Rotary Club of Charlevoix end polio by donating $1 for every pint sold!
rotaryclubofcharlevoix.org
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Clay Shoot
September 12th
The AIM FOR BUILDING Sporting Clay Shoot will be Thursday, Sept 12, at the Charlevoix Rod and Gun Club. This is a fun event and we often sell out, so please register early. This event is open to HBANM members and guests, as well as the public. Teams compete for prizes and enjoy a nice lunch.
Registration is now open. Please use the form at the link below. Sign up soon as SPACE IS LIMITED. For info contact Lyn Ann at info@hbanm.com.
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Charlevoix Running Company Friday Night Run Club at Biers Brewery
September 13th
Come run with us and this Friday at 6pm at Bier's Inwood Brewery!
Out & back, all paces welcome!
Stay for beer & pizza after!
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CRA Cornhole Classic
September 13th
Join CRA at our first Cornhole Classic!
8 teams of 2 will compete for a prize of two $25 gift cards (one for each person of the team).
This event will be held at the Waterfall Area Park, Petoskey - Just down from the New CRA Community Center.
Snacks and Water will be provided.
Register your team here -> https://forms.gle/cSTyuycpJRjH9gGV7
Team spots are limited, you will get an email confirming your spot prior to the event.
All teams must have 2 people when registering.
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Charlevoix Conservation District Upcoming Native Plant Sale:
September 14th
The Fall Native Plant Sale is a fundraiser for the district and it also helps local landowners learn more about the benefits of planting native for water & soil conservation, and improving habitats for wildlife. The sale occurs every fall, from 12-3pm on the second Saturday in September at the District Barn on North St. in Boyne City. The species list is first available at our annual Summer Garden Party, the second Saturday in August, or you can find them posted here after the Annual Summer Garden Party
The Fall Native Plant Sale is a Browse and Buy, first come, first serve event, with Habitat Flats ONLY are available for pre-order.
2024 Plant Species List - Not available for pre-order. A list of the species that will be available for purchase at our Fall Plant Sale event on the second Saturday in September (Noon-3pm), located in the District Barn. The Fall Plant Sale is a Browse-n-Buy event only.
Habitat Flats Order Form - Pre-order only. These are the only items that you must pre-order. Pick up is at the Fall Plant Sale on the second Saturday in September (Noon-3pm), located in the District Barn. The deadline for FLATS is one week prior to the Fall Plant Sale event. Click on your preferred garden kit of choice to view the plant list and garden design suggestions. Plants can be adjusted slightly to cater to your soil needs. Contact the district with any questions, 231-582-6193.
Butterfly
Grassland
Monarch
Pollinator
Rain Garden
Semi-Shade
Shoreline
Tall Prairie
View species up close in our Native Plant Educational Garden. Species signs contain valuable information about each plant, and a pathway allows guests a more up close look at the variety of native species.
For more information, please contact our main office at 231-582-6193, or email District Manager, Alison Adams at: alison.adams@macd.org.
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Red Mesa's 27th Anniversary Party
September 16th
Join Us for Red Mesa Grill's 27th Anniversary Celebration!
We are thrilled to celebrate 27 incredible years at Red Mesa Grill's Boyne City location! To show our appreciation for your support, we're throwing a party that you won’t want to miss!
What to Expect:
$2.70 Casa Margaritas All Day – Sip and savor our famous Casa Margaritas for just $2.70 all day long!
Live Entertainment by Dave Cisco – Enjoy the enchanting sounds of Dave Cisco and his magical steel drum, bringing a unique and festive vibe to the celebration!
Bring your friends and family, and come raise a glass with us to celebrate 27 amazing years in Boyne City! Cheers to many more!
Mark your calendars and get ready for a fiesta!
magnumhospitality.com
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Lifelong Learning: Walking Tour of the Earl Young Houses with David Miles
September 17th
Registration Required: https://data.charlevoixlibrary.org/.../adult-programming-75 or call (231)237-7340.
David L. Miles, author of "Boulders: The Life and Creations of Earl A. Young in Charlevoix, Michigan," guides a leisurely tour of eleven of Young’s creative, historic, and unique homes.
Participants will learn insights into each home’s structure, design, and history, as well as Young’s world-renowned Weathervane Inn. Participants will have opportunities for photographing and Q and A about each home.
Registration required. Lifelong Learning programs are brought to you by The Friends of the Charlevoix Public Library.
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Blacksmithing Demo & Sale
September 19th
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Karaoke with a Cop
September 20th
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Shred-It Event
September 21st
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Fall Fest at the Charlevoix Public Library
September 21st
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September Artistic Classes at Charlevoix Circle of Arts
Enamel on Copper for Beginners
September 21st
Sculpture Basketry Workshop
September 28th
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GLCO presents free jazz concert in Sunday Series
September 22nd
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Health Department of Northwest Michigan Blood Drive
September 23rd
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Kiersten's Ride Suicide Prevention Conference
September 24th-26th
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Farm To Table Dinner Fundraiser
September 25th
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Going Pro Talent Fund Virtual Session
September 26th
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Roots & Boots: A Hoedown
September 26th
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Close To Home: A Storytelling Fundraiser To Support Housing North
October 2nd
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BCBSM An Exploration of Whole Health for Employers Webinar
October 9th
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PetS of The Week-Bobby and Zuko!
These 2 little guys are Bobby and Zuko.
They are boxer puppies who are full of energy! They love to play and cuddle. They seem to like cats, they’re just curious of them. They don’t mind other dogs and they love their people.
Bobby is a little more timid in his kennel, but once he comes out he becomes a whole new dog. Zuko is the opposite, where in his kennel he’s not scared at all but once he’s out of it he can be a little more timid.
Come check out these little cuties and help them find their forever home!
charlevoixhumane.org
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September hours at Folklor start this week!
This month we are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 12 - 7.
Catch us at the Charlevoix Farmers Market every Thursday 8 - 1.
Farm tours by appointment through the end of September only!
folklorwinecider.com
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Community Recovery Alliance (CRA) has relocated into a larger space at 322 Bay Street Unit 3!
The new building is 4000 square feet featuring a community space, administrative offices, coaching spaces, and meeting rooms.
The center will be open to the public for our Grand Opening Celebration from 2pm – 5pm on September 27th. Everyone is encouraged to come in to see the space, meet the team, and meet the Board of Directors. The ribbon cutting for the new location will be held at 3pm, followed by light refreshments.
At the Grand Opening, CRA will honor those who have helped pave the way for CRA’s growth since it was founded in 2018. Dale Hall, founding Executive Director, and the current Executive Director, Caitlin Koucky, will share brief remarks following the ribbon cutting. CRA will also honor Kate Winnell, who founded One Voice, One Vision, which later became CRA.
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JAX Northside is welcoming September with NEW FALL FEATURES nearly every single day!
And, nightly features include one trip to the ever-popular salad bar.
· Kick off the week with CHICKEN POT PIE on Tuesday.
· Wednesday is ITALIAN NIGHT.
· Come back Thursday for COMFORT FOOD NIGHT!
· The weekend starts with FISH FRY NIGHT on Friday and PRIME RIB NIGHT on Saturday!
Bonus!!! Celebrate the coming season with HAPPY HOUR, daily from 3 - 5:30pm with HALF-OFF starters, $1 OFF bottled and draft beer, $6 select wines by the glass, and $5 select cocktails. Plus, JAX presents their first in a series of WINE DINNERS with Italian Dinner on Thursday, September 26. Call 231.437.6400 for Reservations. OPEN DAILY from 11:30am – 9pm. JAXCHX.com | 231.437.6400
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DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR MICHIGAN RECONNECT PROGRAM: NCMC ENCOURAGES ELIGIBLE ADULTS TO APPLY BY DECEMBER 31
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) has extended the application deadline for the Michigan Reconnect program to December 31, 2024, a development North Central Michigan College (NCMC) fully supports. The six-week extension provides adults ages 21— 24 who have not yet earned a college degree the opportunity to enroll in the tuition-free community college scholarship program.
Launched in 2021, the Michigan Reconnect program was designed to provide adults ages 25 and older the opportunity to pursue an associate degree or skills certificate tuition-free through their local community college. Thanks to a temporary expansion announced by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in October 2023, the program now includes adults ages 21—24, extending access to higher education to an additional 350,000 Michiganders.
North Central President David Roland Finley highlighted the importance of extending the application deadline.
“This is a remarkable opportunity for younger adults in our community to return to college, complete their degrees, and enhance their career prospects,” Finley said. “We strongly encourage all eligible individuals to take advantage of this extended deadline and join the ranks of those already benefiting from Michigan Reconnect.”
Since its inception, the Michigan Reconnect program has received more than 177,000 applications across the state, contributing to Michigan’s Sixty by 30 initiative, which aims to equip 60% of working-age adults with a degree or certificate by 2030. The program has been particularly successful among students ages 21—24, with more than 23,000 applications received and over 5,000 students already enrolled statewide.
Rebekah Paauwe, a North Central graduate who completed her degree through the Michigan Reconnect program, shared her experience.
“Following a relocation to Petoskey in April 2021, my husband and I recognized the opportunity for a fresh start and decided to take advantage of the Michigan Reconnect Program, which enabled me to return to college,” Paauwe said. “I enrolled at NCMC in the fall of 2021 and successfully graduated in May 2024, marking almost a decade since my last college enrollment.”
Paauwe, who now works as an HR assistant at Irish Boat Shop, believes returning to college as an adult student ended up working to her advantage.
“Although I initially attended college directly after high school, my uncertainty regarding a career path led to dropping out,” she explained. “Deferring my college education until a later stage in life afforded me the opportunity to gain valuable life experience and mature, which ultimately facilitated a clearer understanding of my long-term career aspirations.”
Paauwe also emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities like the Michigan Reconnect program.
“It’s essential to avail yourself of every opportunity and resource at your disposal,” she said. “By taking initiative and putting yourself forward, you open the door to unforeseen possibilities.”
North Central Michigan College is committed to supporting all eligible students through the application and enrollment process. Prospective students must:
· Apply for the Michigan Reconnect scholarship at Michigan.gov/Reconnect by December 31, 2024.
· Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
· Enroll in a community or tribal college no later than the Summer 2025 semester.
For more information or assistance with the application process, students are encouraged to contact North Central’s Financial Aid Office at 231-348-6698 or visit www.ncmich.edu/admissions/michigan-reconnect.html.
“Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future,” Finley added. “North Central Michigan College is here to help you every step of the way.”
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September is Hunger Action Month!
During this month-long campaign, the Manna Food Project will be raising awareness and inspiring action across Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet counties. Every action counts, whether it’s donating, advocating, volunteering or spreading the word online.
Fight hunger together at Manna’s Corporate Mixer! Come learn first-hand what is happening in your community, the impact our supporters are making, the new initiatives Manna is working on, and how we are switching things up for 2025 sponsors – providing more marketing opportunities in a more convenient way. This event is intended for business managers and anyone within your organization who would like to learn more about Manna and enjoy drinks and apps. This mixer is complimentary, please RSVP by September 15.
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The Manna Corporate Mixer – September 25 @ 4-6pm – 8791 McBride Park Ct. Harbor Springs, MI 49740
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RSVP here or call 231-347-8852
Visit www.mannafoodproject.org/HAM for more information and other events going on this month.
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Northern Community Mediation 6th Annual Charlevoix Theatre Party
We are back, and the prices are the same.
Set aside Monday, October 21 for Northern Community Mediation's sixth annual Charlevoix Theatre Party. The evening will begin at JAX Restaurant at 5:15. There will be a fantastic array of appetizers, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. On top of that, each ticket holder will be given a voucher to go to the movie of his/her choice either that evening or at a date of her/his choice.
This is a great deal for only $35 per ticket or two tickets for $65. Contact NCM at 231.487.1771 to arrange for tickets
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The Manthei Group featured in Bridge Magazine, Has First Company in Michigan to be Certified as a Recovery Friendly Workplace
An excerpt from the article (read the full article here):
Manthei Wood Products, which owns the facility and is part of Manthei Group that operates material and construction businesses in the region, has made a conscious effort to hire people who have struggled with addiction. It recently converted a 10-unit motel into in-recovery worker housing.
And while Abe Manthei, director of missional development for Manthei Group, says the family-owned company prides itself on “helping the community,” the effort also keeps the business humming in an era of increasingly desperate “Help Wanted” signs.
“We're just a little business up here in northern Michigan,” Manthei said, “but we believe we can actually make a difference in our employees’ lives.”
The company is among the first in the state to become certified as a “recovery-friendly workplace” a designation that means management is trained in the impact of addiction and open to offering jobs to those in recovery.
If the fledgling, statewide program operated through the Michigan Public Health Institute works, it’s likely to be expanded.
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NCMC FOUNDATION RECEIVES MAJOR ENDOWMENT FROM THE BAY HARBOR FOUNDATION
The North Central Michigan College Foundation is pleased to announce that it has received a donation of $500,000 from the Bay Harbor Foundation. This generous gift will be held as an endowment by the NCMC Foundation and will fund annual scholarships through the newly established Bay Harbor Community Endowment.
The Bay Harbor Community Endowment is designed to continue the 20-year mission of the Bay Harbor Foundation Scholars Program, which provided recognition and financial assistance to deserving students with ties to the Bay Harbor community. The scholarships will be available to Emmet County residents, with preference given to Bay Harbor employees and their children or grandchildren.
“After 20 years, the Bay Harbor Foundation is at a point of transition, determining what our next chapter looks like while ensuring the legacy we built continues to benefit the community,” said Jason Allen, chairman of the Bay Harbor Foundation. “We feel that North Central Michigan College will be an excellent steward of these funds, upholding the principles of the Bay Harbor Foundation Scholars Program for future generations.”
The scholarship funds will be distributed in accordance with the NCMC Foundation’s endowed scholarship spending policy, currently set at a 5% annual distribution.
The scholarships will be available beginning in the Fall 2025 semester, with three tiers of eligibility:
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Tier 1: Applicants who are either substantially employed within the Bay Harbor community during the calendar year of their application or are the children or grandchildren of a Bay Harbor employee.
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Tier 2: Applicants who have completed their studies at NCMC and are pursuing a bachelor's degree at a four-year institution.
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Tier 3: If funds remain after all qualified Tier 1 and 2 applicants have received scholarships, they will be made available to other NCMC students who are residents of Emmet County.
“This endowment provides a wonderful opportunity,” said NCMC President David Roland Finley. “In addition to honoring the legacy of the Bay Harbor Foundation, it ensures that students from our community will continue to benefit from these scholarships for years to come. The sustainability of this endowment guarantees that it will have a lasting impact on the educational landscape in our region.”
ncmich.edu
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Charlevoix's Whitley Family Featured in Michigan Municipal Electric Association Magazine for Three Generations, over 100 Years of Service to the City of Charlevoix Electric Department
With the passing of Ed Whitley at age 74 in February of 2024, the Whitley family, the Charlevoix Electric Department, and the entire City of Charlevoix saw the closing of a celebrated chapter in the community's history. In addition, the Michigan Municipal Electric Association, the Michigan Public Power Agency, and the entire Michigan Public Power community mourned his loss.
Ed served as the City of Charlevoix Electric and Water Department Superintendent for 30 years. His brother, John, who passed away in 2016, was an Electric Department lineworker and lead lineman for 38 years. The two brothers followed their father, Jim, into the Electric Department. Jim worked for 37 years as a lineman, and as Electrical Water Superintendent. Before that, he served the Army during World War II, and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star.
"When I moved to Charlevoix, I learned that the Whitley family is dedicated to the community and to Public Power," said John Griffith, City of Charlevoix Electric Department Director." I first met Ed Whitley through MMEA. His nephew, Andrew Whitley, is a lineman for the City, as were Andrew's father and grandfather. I think this speaks highly of the dedication, pride, and sense of service of individuals choosing a career in Public Power."
"Between my dad, my uncle Ed, and my grandfather, I think they gave 105 years of service to the City," said Andrew Whitley. "Except for a four month break between my dad's retirement and me being hired, we have served the Electric Department continuously for three generations.".
Read the full article here.
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Membership in the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce is open to all businesses, organizations and individuals. It is a policy of the Charlevoix Chamber that membership does not constitute political or issue endorsement.
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The easiest way to find jobs in the Charlevoix Area! Click here or read below for a list of jobs with our chamber members. | |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters
Development Specialist for Charlevoix & Emmet Counties
Charlevoix Auto
Auto Detailer
Accounting Clerk
Service Assistant
Charlevoix County Commission on Aging
Boyne Area Senior Center Cook
CNA/Homemaker
Health Care Services Coordinator
Citizens National Bank
Universal Banker-Petoskey
Universal Banking Manager
DCL
Field Service Tech
Inside Industrial Sales
GaGa for Kids & Women, Too
Part Time Retail Sales
Full Time Retail Sales
Goodwill Northern Michigan
Retail Team Lead
Assistant Store Manager
Store Associate
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Harbor Industries
Assembler I
Assembler I (Part-Time)
Assembler I (Seasonal)
Manufacturing Engineer
Maintenance
Jax Northside
Bartenders
Servers
Hosts
Bussers
The Happy Troll
Servers
Cooks
Walloon Lake Association
Director of Finance
Walstrom Marine
Marine Technician
Wineguys Restaurant Group
Servers
Hosts
Bartenders
Back of House
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