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12 Boyne businesses moving, opening, closing, expanding, rebuilding
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Future home of Stiggs Brewing Co.
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Summer is over, and at least 12 Boyne City businesses and organizations will be opening, closing, expanding, moving and rebuilding. Here is a summary:
> Northern Eagle/Logo Pros is offering 70% off merchandise before closing its store by the end of the month at 118 Water St. Owner Bethany VanCuyl is involved in a merger that has her moving Logo Pros to Gaylord.
> Smitten Designs Studio and SPK On Water Art & Design will be moving next door into the Northern Eagle/Logo Pros location.
> A soon-to-be announced major retailer will open in Smitten Designs' location, probably in November.
> Stiggs Brewing Company has announced plans to open next summer in the former Railroad Office Building at 112 S. Park St. (Pictured above.)
> Elite Energetics Massage Therapy has moved from the Railroad Office Building to 500 N. Lake St., Suite F.
> Molly Bricker Holistic Massage is also moving from the Railroad Office Building and will become a mobile massage operation.
> Good Neighbors Food Pantry will open at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 in the Boyne Area Free Clinic building at 624 State St.
> Catt Development will soon begin a major rehab of two commercial buildings in the 200 block of South Lake Street. 7 Monks Taproom will be one of the tenants and will open next spring.
> Boyne Arts Collective is moving from 210 S. Lake St. to 202 Water St. next to Boyne City Hardware, and will open Oct. 3 during the Harvest Festival.
> Create Community Arts Studio has started remodeling the former railroad depot building at 151 Ray St. and will open next summer or early fall.
> Boyne Pub, "The Locals Hangout," will open Friday, Oct. 9 upstairs above Northern Table restaurant. The pub will offer beer, wood-fired pizza, a jukebox, pool table and sports on big-screen TV's.
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"Boyne on the Water" plans to be unveiled Sept. 15 at high school
How can Boyne's waterfront be improved? Hundreds of groups and individuals from the community offered valuable input on that question. Your ideas have been brought together into a more finalized design concept which will be unveiled on Sept. 15th. To get the best possible final design, we need your feedback. A draft plan will be unveiled at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Boyne City High School. City officials and a steering committee for the project are encouraging area residents to attend and to help spread the word about this meeting. Dubbed "Boyne on the Water," the effort is part of a grant-funded program conducted by Michigan State University in collaboration with the Michigan Municipal League. The team is using the input and suggestions gathered through sessions held in May and July - plus follow-up comments via email - to create a more finalized design concept that will be shared with the public at this third meeting. For more information about the project, and some of the ideas presented in previous session, visit the city's website . Anyone who has questions about the project may call steering committee chairman Jim Baumann at the Boyne Area Chamber, 231-582-6222, or Barb Brooks at Boyne City Hall, 231-582-6597.
> Refreshments will be provided by Red Mesa Grill.
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Business After Hours networking returns Sept. 17 at Red Mesa Grill, cosponsored by FirstMerit Bank
After taking the summer off, the Boyne Chamber's Business After Hours will start up again at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 at Red Mesa Grill. Cosponsor of the event is the Boyne City office of FirstMerit Bank.
> FirstMerit is committed to putting you first. For more than 165 years, they have delivered solutions that help their customers finance homes, pay for their children's educations, build and expand businesses, grow wealth, plan for retirement, and simply get more out of life. Boyne City office manager Jill Janisch says, "We pride ourselves on being able to being big enough to handle things, yet small enough to do it face to face. We appreciate the opportunity to serve the Boyne City and the surrounding community."
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Experts to discuss business transition planning Sept. 21
Whether you're starting a business, growing a business or thinking of selling your business and retiring, you need to think about your exit plan. That's why the Boyne City Main Street Program has invited a panel of experts to offer advice on the key ins and outs of transitioning your business. The Business Transition Planning meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 at the Boyne District Library. Charlevoix State Bank is the sponsor of the event.
 The panel of experts will discuss all aspects of a business transition, including the financial and tax planning strategies, how your business is valued and the legal aspects of the transaction - all critical to helping you successfully navigate through this important decision. The event will include a facilitated discussion with a panel of experts that include a CPA, an exit planning specialist, an attorney and a business valuation specialist.
> For more information or to register call Boyne City Main Street at 231-582-9009 or email Mainstreet@boynecity.com. Flier with details.
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Enbridge head to speak Sept. 25 at Boyne Mountain
Want to learn more about the future of energy production and transmission in Michigan and the Midwest? Join us Friday, September 25, for the finale of the 2015 Speaker Series presented by the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance where the guest is Al Monaco, President & CEO of Enbridge Inc. His company operates various oil and gas transmission lines throughout Michigan including the Mackinac Straits. The breakfast program is from 8 - 9:30 a.m. at Boyne Mountain Resort. Monaco has more than 30 years of experience in the energy business, and has served as president and CEO of Enbridge since 2012. The cost is $15 for and you can register for this informative program by clicking here. Then, because this is the Traverse City Chamber's registration system, click the "not a member?" tab and sign up there.
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Maintenance may mean lower water pressure and discoloring
On Thursday, Sept. 17, the City of Boyne City will be taking its north water storage tank out of service for routine maintenance and inspection. The tank will be out of service for approximately a week. The City will then repeat the process with its south water storage tank starting on Tuesday, Oct. 6.. During these times city water customers may experience lower water pressure than normal and some water discoloring. The water will be safe to drink. If you have any questions, comments or concerns call Boyne City Hall at 231.582.6597 during normal office hours. After normal hours or on weekends local customers should call 911.
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Get an update on State of the Community at Oct. 15 luncheon
 Everyone in the community is invited to attend the Boyne Area Chamber's 7th annual State of the Community luncheon, presented by 4Front Credit Union. This year's event will be held in the Vienna Room at Boyne Mountain Resort from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. Speakers will be Boyne City Manager Mike Cain, County Commissioner Chris Christensen, Main Street Executive Director Lori Meeder and School Superintendent Peter Moss. Admission is $20, which includes salad, deli sandwich buffet, potato chips, assorted dessert bars, iced tea, coffee, tax and gratuity. Table sponsorships, which include eight seats, table sign and introductions at the event, are available for $210. A crowd of more than 100 business and civic leaders is expected.
> RESERVATIONS are required by Oct. 9th and can be made online here. You may also call the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email us.
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BUSINESS MOVES AND CHANGES
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Logo Pros merging with another company, moving to Gaylord
Northern Eagle/Logo Pros is closing its retail location at 118 Water St. because owner Bethany VanCuyl has merged the Logo Pros portion of her business with SunFrog Wholesale into a new screen-printing and embroidery business called LogoLaunch, which will be based in Gaylord. Northern Eagle is having a 70% off sale and will close its store by October 1. Bethany said she has been working on the merger since May and it was "an opportunity that was too good to pass up." She will continue to live in Boyne City and said the new job gives her support that will allow her to enjoy living here even more. Her new company can still be reached at the current Logo Pros phone number of 231-582-0988. News story on the success of SunFrog Shirts.
Smitten Designs moving to Northern Eagle/Logo Pros locationSmitten Designs Studio will be moving into the former Northern Eagle/Logo Pros location, which is next door and is part of the same building. It's actually a timely opportunity for Smitten owner Ivette Dixon. She needs more space to expand and has bought some of Logo Pros' screen-printing equipment, which will allow her to reproduce her designs on apparel in-house. Shannon Pearce, who operates SPK On Water Art & Design in a side room attached to Smitten, will also move next door when Smitten moves.
Soon-to-be announced retailer moving to Smitten's location
A soon-to-be announced retail business will open in Smitten Designs' former location, probably in November. Chamber Executive Director Jim Baumann said the retailer is not quite ready to make their opening announcement, but he said it is a very successful strong business with four other locations including Petoskey and Traverse City. "This will be an exciting addition to our downtown," Baumann said.
Stiggs Brewing opening next summer in former railroad building
Stiggs Brewing Company plans to open next spring or summer in the former Railroad Office Building at 112 S. Park St. Business founder Mike Castiglione with help from an investor has purchased the building from Hugh and Susan Conklin. Castiglione said Stiggs Brewing Company "will focus on producing quality and unique beverages for its patrons paired with local cuisine, exciting atmosphere, and a welcoming staff. The primary focus will be a beer bar, serving both in-house brews and other Michigan beverages. The full bar will also serve wines and spirits with an emphasis on Michigan-made products." He hopes to attract craft beer enthusiasts by providing a large selection of products for both consumption at the beer bar and to take home with them. He also plans brewery tours, beer classes, beer-tasting sessions, a home brew club and supply shop, local home brew competitions, competing in local and statewide events, and hosting local beer events. Their website is www.stiggsbrewingcompany.com. The brewery was included in a recent Petoskey News-Review story on the growth of brew pubs.
Catt to begin rehab of South Lake Street buildings this fall
Catt Development is expected to begin work this fall on a major rehab of two commercial buildings in the 200 block of South Lake Street. 7 Monks Taproom will be one of the tenants. News-Review story.
Boyne Arts Collective moving to Water Street
 Boyne Arts Collective is in the process of moving to 202 Water St. next to Boyne City Hardware. They have enjoyed their 210 S. Lake St. space rent-free for several years courtesy of developer Glen Catt, but the move is necessary because Catt will soon be starting a major rehab of the building. The non-profit artists group held a work party Thursday to start the cleanup and painting of their new home. They will hold a moving sale at their Lake Street gallery on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. until all is sold. They plan to open the new gallery during the Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3. Curator Jackie Wollenberg expressed her thanks to both Glen Catt and their new no-rent landlord, Jim White. "I am very passionate about not letting our Boyne Arts Collective disappear into the sunset," she said. "We have come such a long way in nine years and have made our mark in the Boyne community." Website.
Depot building will become a community arts studio next year
 Create Community Arts Studio founder and executive director Sara Manchester has started remodeling the former railroad depot building at 151 Ray Street. Create has recently received approval as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, which means it can start receiving grants and donations. Manchester said the studio will probably open next summer or early fall in time for the beginning of the 2016-17 school year. The initial focus will be providing after-school programs for children in grades K-4. She said the building needs a lot of work to make it suitable for future use by children and families. The organization's goal is to "provide time, space, and materials to experience free expression and personal growth utilizing an open studio model." Manchester holds a master of arts degree in art therapy, and her master's thesis involved researching community art studios similar to what she is establishing with Create.
Boyne Pub to open Oct. 9 above Northern Table
Boyne Pub, "The Locals Hangout," will be opening Friday, Oct. 9 upstairs above Northern Table restaurant. The pub will offer beer, wood-fired pizza, a jukebox, pool table and sports on big-screen TV's.
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New food pantry dedication Sept. 17; Opening day is Sept. 22
 Good Neighbors Food Pantry of Boyne City will open its doors on Tuesday, Sept. 22. A dedication for the new pantry is Thursday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend. The pantry's annual meeting, including installation of board members and election of officers, will precede the dedication at 6 p.m. The pantry is located on the west side of the Boyne Area Free Clinic's building at 624 State St.. Volunteers have been refurbishing an area in the building for the two months, and equipping it for food distribution. "We are grateful to the many businesses, organizations and volunteers who have made it possible for us to get the building ready and get up and running so quickly," said Good Neighbors board president Susan Conklin. Donations of labor and materials, as well as financial contributions, have been received from Firehouse Flooring, Preston Feather, Carpentree Inc., Wright Building and Design, CindiFranco's Cool Stuff, The Wood Shop, Boyne City Hardware, Boyne Area Free Clinic, The Grain Train Natural Foods Market, Char-Em United Way, and the City of Boyne City.
The pantry will be open every Tuesday beginning Sept. 22 from 2 to 5:30 p.m. Volunteers are still needed for various aspects of pantry operations, from stocking shelves to picking up food, to helping on pantry days. Donations for operating the pantry and purchasing food are also welcome. The Manna Food Project has provided guidance to the new pantry as it developed.
For more information about Good Neighbors Food Pantry or to volunteer, email goodneighborsboyne@gmail.com, visit the Volunteer Connections page at CharEm United Way (charemunitedway.com), or visit Good Neighbors Food Pantry on Facebook. Donations may be sent to Good Neighbors Food Pantry, PO Box 35, Boyne City, MI 49712.
A bottle and can deposit drive will be held to benefit the pantry from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Family Fare Supermarket.
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Molly Bricker Holistic Massage moving to mobile office
Because the Railroad Building, home of Molly Bricker Holistic Massage Therapy, has changed ownership, September 30th will be our final day of massaging in this lovely building. We encourage you to schedule your bodywork sessions soon to enjoy the ambiance of the Railroad Building as we know it, before it transforms into a brewery. Please redeem your outstanding gift certificates, and notify the recipients of your gifted certificates to schedule their appointments too. After September 30th and until a new office space is established, Jamie will offer mobile massage, meaning she will bring her table and supplies directly to you. To schedule your appointments, please call or email Jamie directly at: 810-292-7371, jamie@boynemassage.com.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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Celebrate Our Trails fund-raiser is Saturday at Aten Place
 Saturday, Sept. 12, Aten Place will host a fund-raiser for local bike trails with silent auction and food starting at 6 p.m. and live music starting at 7. Here is the plan for the evening, sponsored by the Top Of Michigan Mountain Bike Association:
- We're cooking your dinner, picnic-style - burgers, brats, dogs, veggie options, amazing sides and all the fixin's...and dessert.
- Silent Auction - Bid on and win great products and services like Mt Bike swag, Fall or Winter Raft Trip for 4, Meals at Great Local Restaurants, 1/2 Day Sailing Excursion for 6, How about a Massage, Cool clothes, Outdoor Art... even Private Plane Rides.
- Live Music - the Pistil Whips open it up at 7 p.m. followed by Rufus Bailey
- See the new TOMMBA excavator, learn about our plans now and in the future.
- Hang out with fun people (like yourself and your friends), meet new mountain biking friends, have a pretty darn good time.
This is the group's main fundraiser for the year and all of the proceeds go toward building new mountain bike trails, like the new Boyne School Forest Trail, plans to expand the trails at Avalanche Park, and more.
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New archery competition coming to Avalanche on Sept. 26
The first annual Boyne Area Archery Club 3D Fun Shoot has been announced for Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Avalanche Preserve. The archery range is located at 746 Pleasant Ave. One of the contestants will win a Prime Ion Bow valued at $1,000, and other prizes will also be awarded randomly to those who register in a drawing at 2 p.m. Registration fee is $10 if you sign up by Sept. 24 by emailing your name to info@boynechamber.com. Late registration on Sept. 25 or 26 is $15. The event is being organized by local resident Bill Kuhn; contact him at 231-675-1200 if you have any questions. Proceeds go to the Boyne Area Archery Club. Click here for a flier with details and a list of sponsors.
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Artists, crafters, farmers invited to be vendors at Oct. 3 Harvest Festival
The Boyne City Harvest Festival invites all artists, craftspeople and farmers to join the Harvest Festival in downtown Boyne City on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The craft show is in conjunction with our Farmers Market, which draws hundreds of people. Registration fees are $50 ($30 for chamber members) for a 12x12-ft space, with additional 12x12 spaces @ $40 ($20 for chamber members) each. The downtown streets will be closed for the festival. In addition to the Farmers Market, other activities will include a scarecrow contest, live music with six performers, pumpkin decorating, face painting, leaf decorating and many other children's activities located throughout downtown, hay rides, Empty Bowls soup luncheon and quilt raffle at the library, food and drink specials from our local restaurants and stores. The festival is hosted by Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce and Boyne City Main Street. For more information, call (231) 582-6222 or visit www.boyneharvestfestival.com. Vendor application.
> Thanks to our major sponsor, the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. For lodging information while attending Harvest Festival, visit www.PetoskeyArea.com.
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Country star James Otto to perform here Sept. 27 in benefit for fire department
The Boyne City Fire Department presents country music star James Otto at the Boyne City High School Performing Arts Center, at 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. General admission tickets are available at the door and at the Boyne Area Chamber office for $25. Call 231-225-0275 tickets or further information. Otto has had a number of singles make the Billboard charts, but his big hit was "Just Got Started Lovin' You", which became Otto's first Number One hit, as well as the Number One country single of 2008. James Otto's website.
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Porter Creek Fish House announces daily specials
Dining out at the restaurant with the best view on Lake Charlevoix just got more affordable. Join us by car or by boat for one of our fall daily dining specials. For reservations call 231-582-7080.
FALL FASHION SHOW - Mary's of Boyne presents A Fall Fashion Show Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 11:30 a.m. at Porter Creek Fish House in Boyne City. Enjoy lunch while you view the newest fall fashions. $17 per person includes lunch. RSVP to Mary's of Boyne 231-582-3820 and be sure to invite a friend.
LATE SEASON GOLF - The Heatherwoods Golf Course at Charlevoix Country Club offers late season rates. There's still plenty of good golfing left this season. And now you'll save with our late season rate. Golf any day for just $49 for 18 holes or $25 for 9 holes including cart at course with the best conditions in northern Michigan. Open daily 8 am to 6 pm. Book your tee time on-line at chxcountryclub.com.
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Help us decorate Boyne City's downtown... make a scarecrow!
Here's your chance to help Boyne City, win a prize and get into the spirit of the Harvest Festival season by creating and displaying scarecrows that are funny, scary, cute and most of all, original. Click here for registration form with rules. Boyne Bucks prizes will be awarded. Here are some of the rules:
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Categories are: Business, Organization, Students/Kids, Residents/Individuals.
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Entry forms must be received by Sept. 25 to determine the location of your scarecrow.
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Entrants are responsible for installing their scarecrows during the week of Sept. 28 and must be completed for judging by 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1. Judging starts at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3.
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Entries will be judged on originality, color, creativity and durability.
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Entrants are responsible for removing their scarecrows by Nov. 1.
> For more information or an application, call the Boyne Area Chamber at 582-6222. Photos.
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Boyne Mountain partners with Bluestem Farm and Short's for Farm-to-Table Series
Boyne Mountain Resort has teamed up with Bluestem Farm of East Jordan and Short's Brewing Co. of Bellaire for a Farm-to-Table series beginning Sept.11 in Everett's restaurant. Each Friday, the chefs at Boyne Mountain prepare three-course dinners using produce and meats from Bluestem Farm. Each course is then served with a four-ounce pairing from Short's Brewing Co. The kick-off dinner is Friday, Sept. 11. Additional Farm-to-Table dinners take place on Sept. 18, Sept. 25, and Oct. 2 in Everett's. For more information and menus, visit boynemountain.com or call Everett's at 231.549.7959.
> The series ends on Oct. 9 with an expanded event at Boyne Mountain's Beach House Restaurant on Deer Lake with dinner service at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. offering five-courses and live entertainment for $39. Reservations for are required by calling 231.549.6854. Details.
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 Farmers Market continues twice a week
It's the height of the produce season at the Boyne City Farmers Market, as tomatoes, sweet corn, melons, peaches, blueberries and numerous other fresh fruits and vegetables are in great abundance right now. The market is open in Veterans Park from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Boyne City Farmer's Market is a program of the Boyne City Main Street / Downtown Development Authority. For more information visit www.boynecityfarmersmarket.org or contact market manager Rebecca Harris at 231-330-2704 or Main Street at 231-582-9009.
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Twilight Tour and Farm-to-Table Dinner at Castle Farms
September offers one last opportunity to spend a memorable evening at Castle Farms on a summer Twilight Tour. Wednesday, September 16, from 6-10 p.m. Enjoy the ambiance of the illuminated stone walls and grounds as knowledgeable tour guides share stories and history of the nearly 100 year old buildings. Breathtaking photo opportunities. Guided Twilight Tour from 6-8 pm, followed by a delicious four-course Farm-To-Table dinner from 8-10 pm, catered by A Matter of Taste. Reservations required. $50 per person. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 Hwy. N. (231) 237-0884, ext. 224.
HARVEST FESTIVAL - Join us at Castle Farms on Sunday, Sept. 27, 11 am - 4 pm, to celebrate nature's bounty at our annual Harvest Festival. 'Mini Farmer's Market', with vendors exhibiting and selling homemade items including maple syrup and caramel popcorn. Horse-drawn wagon rides, arts and crafts, games and prizes, face painting, plus magic show and fire spinning performances by Magik Mike. Free cider and donuts. Fun for the entire family. $10 admission includes full access to the Castle, and snapshot from the photo booth provided by Darrell Christie Photography. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 Hwy., Charlevoix. (231) 237-0884.
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Look out for the Cookout at College on Sunday
The public is invited to North Central Michigan College's 18th annual cookout on Sunday, Sept. 13 from noon to 3 p.m. on the Petoskey campus. The cookout is a fundraising event for the North Central Michigan College Foundation Scholarship Fund. Attendees will enjoy a picnic-style lunch of pulled pork, hot dogs, corn on the cob, marinated bean salad, potatoes/peppers/parmesan casserole and cookie bars. The children's area has been expanded to a Kidz Zone, complete with four bounce houses, carnival games, ping pong, pickleball, tumbling mats for toddlers and other activities. There will also be a big screen with the football game for parents. Tickets are $8 per person. Children 5 and under eat free.
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 Lunch lecture series begins Sept. 18
North Central Michigan College's luncheon lecture series for the fall semester will begin on Friday, Sept. 18. A wide variety of topics will be featured: the Michigan Lottery, public radio, Shepler's Miss Margy, Trooper of the Year, the biology of wastewater, local foods and a triumphant story of a refugee from Laos. All programs will be held on Fridays in the College Library conference room. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon. The Michigan Lottery is the first program on Sept. 18. Jeff Holyfield, communications director for the lottery, will talk about the variety of benefits the lottery provides the state. He will also explain what it's like to be a lottery winner and answer the big question, "Whatever happened to Hermus Millsaps?" Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 or email to reserve your place at the table. Cost is $10. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. The program begins at noon. Program details.
> Food and Farming workshops begin Sept. 16 - details.
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 LIFETREE CAFE - The daily struggles and experiences of the transitionally homeless population will be explored at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The program, titled "A Day in the Life of the Hidden Homeless," features a filmed interview with Latoshia Jackson, a mother of eight who has been homeless for the past year. Jackson became homeless after her Memphis, TN, home was destroyed by a tornado. "Being homeless is chaotic and stressful, but right now it is just what we have to do," says Jackson. "It feels like we are facing an existence of day-to-day survival."
> Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting in the community room at First Presbyterian Church, 401 S Park St., Boyne City. Admission to the 60-minute events is free. For more information call Julie Hasse at 231-582-7983 or email lifetree@fpboyne.org.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
September 15 - Nathan Bates
September 16 - Red Mesa's 18 Year Anniversary Party w/ Dave Cisco, 6-10 pm
September 22 - Buddha Sweet
September 29 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
Sept. 11 and 24 - Nelson Olstrom
 > Mondays beginning Sept. 14, 6-9 p.m. Nathan Bates. $5 pizza night resumes Sept. 14.
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m.: September 17th - Michelle Chenard, 24th - Roma Ransom. All-you-can-eat mussels special.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m. September 11th - Wounded Warrior Benefit featuring the Shifties and a mini tap takeover by Dark Horse Brewing Co. from Marshall, Michigan. Sept. 18th - Ben & Dan Swan, 25th - Tanzimusi.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m. September 12th - Under the Moon, 19th - Chris Calleja, 26th - Pistil Whips.
Snowflake Lounge - Friday & Saturday - DJ Bill da Cat, 6-9 p.m.
Music & Magic on the Mountain Grand Lodge lawn - Friday & Saturday 6-9 pm
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Sept. 20, and continuing on the first and third Sundays of the month. Everyone is welcome to play or listen at this free celebration of Irish and Celtic music at the Boyne District Library. Flier with more information, pictures and schedule.
BC LANES - 1199 S. M-75, Boyne City. Open 7 days: Monday - Thursday 4-10 pm, Friday 4 pm-12 am, Saturday 12 pm-12 am, Sunday 12-8 pm.
> Glow Bowl Fridays and Saturdays 9 p.m. to midnight. 1199 S. M-75, Boyne City.
> Live music every other Saturday, 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.:
Sept. 12th - Helen DeBaker-Vorce
Sept. 26th - Whiskey Creek
Oct. 10th - Jelly Roll Blues Band
Oct. 24th - Rawhide
PIED PIPER SKATERY - Roller skating Wednesdays through Sundays. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake. The next special event will be a PJ Party on Saturday, Sept. 12. Wear publicly acceptable PJ's and get $2 off entry at the 7-10 p.m. session.
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City rubbish pickup ends next week; hazardous waste Sept. 11-12
> RUBBISH COLLECTION will conclude next week in the City of Boyne City. The pickups will take place in areas on and south of Main Street on Wednesday, Sept. 16. Areas north of Main Street will be picked up on Thursday, Sept. 17. For more information click here or call City Hall at 582-6597.
> ELECTRONICS AND HAZARDOUS WASTE collection will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Road Commission garage on M-75 South in Boyne City. Acceptable electronics and hazardous waste items include fluorescent light bulbs, oil-based paints, chemicals and lawn fertilizers. Call 582-6193 to schedule an appointment. Details.
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 Have you seen this cat? $100 reward
Leslie Neilson of Inspired Living is offering a $100 reward for information leading to the safe return of their cat, Tangerine. Call 231-675-0789 if you can help. "We have had Tangerine for almost 5 years and he has become quite a fixture around town. We all miss him very much," Leslie says.
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BLOOD DRIVE - The Boyne City Eagles Lodge is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 12 to 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 106 River St., Boyne City. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org (sponsor code FOE) or call 1-800-733-2767.
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WIN A TRIP TO THE SUPER BOWL - The Charlevoix Area Humane Society is conducting a Super Bowl 2016 Raffle, and the winner will receive Feb. 7th game tickets, a four-night hotel stay, airfare and ground transportation for two. Tickets are $50 and only 1,000 will be sold. The drawing will be held Oct. 3, so don't wait to get your tickets at the Humane Society in Boyne City or from CAHS volunteers in the community. Call 231-582-6774 for more information or email director@charlevoixhumane.org.
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CANDIDATES FORUM - The Boyne Area Chamber and Boyne City Gazette are sponsoring a City Commission candidates forum at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, in the Community Room of the Boyne District Library. Four candidates will be competing in the Nov. 3rd election for two positions on the commission. They are Hugh Conklin, Tom Neidhamer, Gary Mellon and Leslie Neilson.
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GENESIS CHURCH is starting two new group sessions:
> Divorce Care offers practical help for those who are separated or divorced. In Petoskey: 7:00-8:30 pm, Wednesdays through-Dec. 9 @ Petoskey Church of Christ (1727 Anderson Rd.). Co-leaders: Daryl (231-675-7570) or Deborah (231-330-5567). See www.divorcecare.org for more information.
> Single & Parenting offers practical help for single parents and grandparents. In Petoskey: 7:00-8:30pm, Thursdays through Dec. 17 @ Petoskey Church of Christ (1727 Anderson Rd.). Leader: Daryl (231-675-7570). See www.singleandparenting.org for more information.
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BUSINESS PROPERTIES - The Boyne City Main Street Program has a list of available business properties for lease and for sale on its website. Real estate professionals and building owners are encouraged to email mainstreet@boynecity.com to add properties or change the status of properties already listed.
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"BC" WINDOW STICKERS and "Boyne City" license plates are available at Local Flavor bookstore, Country Now & Then and the Chamber office with proceeds going to the Boyne City Booster Foundation.
 DIGITAL VISITORS GUIDE and Business Directory - Click here. Get the mobile app here. In the Apple App Store, you can also search for Boyne City or Boyne Chamber and download the app to your iPhone for iOS 6 or later or to your iPad. When downloading for iPad, designate the iPhone app. The entire publication and links to websites are available in the mobile app. Once you download the mobile app, an internet connection is not needed for access.
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