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What's the state of the community? "Striving to be the best is in our DNA"
From the Petoskey News-Review: Any community has its share of ups and downs each year, but for Boyne City there were more ups over the past year, area leaders said Thursday. That was the tenor of the comments offered by four officials at the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce's annual State of the Community event that took place at Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls. Full story.
 > City Manager Michael Cain said, "What I believe makes Boyne City so successful is our willingness to look at each opportunity that comes before us carefully and see if there is a way for us to get to 'yes.' .... Imagine if Boyne City had said NO to Red Mesa, NO to a new high school, NO to an improved library, NO to a sewer agreement with Boyne Mountain, NO to becoming a Main Street Community, NO to Stroll the Streets, NO to Boyne Thunder, NO to qualifying for and then applying for grants that have transformed Boyne City into what it is today." Full text of remarks.
> Boyne City School Superintendent Peter Moss said, "Our enrollment is nearly identical to this time a year ago... more importantly, the district surpassed its budgeted enrollment by 25 full-time equivalencies. This is incredible news. Lately, the media has been reporting decreasing enrollment in many of area's schools. Boyne City continues to defy the trends -at least we did for this year. Full text of remarks.
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 State of the Community event draws record crowd of 160Thursday's State of the Community luncheon at Boyne Mountain drew a record crowd of 160 people. The Chamber appreciates the support event sponsor 4Front Credit Union and 10 table sponsors:
- Boyne Mountain Resort
- City of Boyne City
- Charlevoix Area Hospital
- Charlevoix State Bank
- Health Department of Northwest Michigan
- Joyce & Gordon Lambie/America Sings Committee
- KorthaseFlinn Insurance & Financial Services
- Petoskey News-Review & Phone Guide
- Re/Max Resort Properties
- The Bank of Northern Michigan/Chemical Bank
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City and Boyne Boat Yard partner to offer rides to top of Avalanche
The Boyne City Police Department is partnering with Boyne Boat Yard to offer rides to the top of Avalanche Preserve for mobility impaired individuals from 10 a.m. to 12 noon this Saturday, Oct. 17. The scenery is spectacular this time of year and some people are not able to take advantage of the view because of their physical limitations. Boyne Boat Yard Manager Charlie Harrett had the idea when he asked about getting his disabled son to the top of Avalanche. The top of the hill is reachable by a narrow gravel trail, which is gated because vehicles are prohibited. The normally locked gate will be opened by the Police Department Saturday. Police officers and Harrett will drive the vehicles to the top. Boyne Boat Yard is making 4-wheel-drive trucks available for the day. Mobility impaired individuals interested in a ride to the top should be at the Avalanche Preserve parking lot between 10 and 11:45 a.m. The parking lot is at the south end of Wilson St. Individuals must be able to ride in a vehicle seat. The city hopes to make this an annual event during the color season.
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Brook Retirement Community to host Business After Hours next Thursday
The Brook Retirement Community will host the Chamber's next Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. The Boyne City location for the Brook is at 701 Vogel St. Residents enjoy assisted living, independent living, and retirement living without the upkeep of a household, and with the security of a health care staff. The Brook Retirement Communities offer affordable retirement options with all the comforts of a home, plus so much more. "We'll make it simple, you'll make it home." Business After Hours is the Chamber's regular business networking event, held at different members' locations each month. Here is the schedule for the next four months with all but January held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.:
> Dec. 17 - Porter Creek Fish House at Sommerset Pointe.
> Jan. 21 - Chamber Annual Meeting and Awards at Boyne Mountain, 5 to 8 p.m.
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Jim and Jill Habasco were introduced at the Chamber's State of the Community luncheon Thursday.
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Big E's Smoke Shack wins 'GreenLight' prize
From the Petoskey News-Review: Four Northern Michigan entrepreneurs earned monetary prizes to further their business ventures Thursday during the first GreenLight East Jordan business competition. Big E's Smoke Shack took the grand prize of $10,000 at Thursday's event, and also received an automatic invitation to the state-level GreenLight competition next March in East Lansing. Big E's, a new shop in Boyne Falls, focuses on smoked fish, beef jerky, house-made dips and other Michigan food products. Jim Habasco, who owns Big E's with wife Jill, noted that many family members and friends helped get the shop up and running. Full story.
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Boyne City Community Playground Volunteer Cleanup Day is Saturday
The Boyne City Community Playground needs your help. Volunteers are needed to help remove wood chips from the Community Playground in Veterans Park. A Volunteer Cleanup Day has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. until finished. The wood chips will be loaded into dumpsters and taken to a disposal facility. Long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toed shoes are required; gloves will be provided. No children under the age of 12 years old. Volunteers are encouraged to bring wheelbarrows, rakes, pitchforks and other helpful hand tools to assist with the cleanup. For additional information or questions, contact Boyne City Hall at 231-582-6597. Read Petoskey News-Review story: Community playground may be salvageable.
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 School chief Moss to retire in January
From the Petoskey News-Review: The Boyne City Public Schools Board of Education is in the market for a new superintendent of schools after learning recently that the district's current leader Peter Moss plans to retire early in 2016. The school board accepted Moss' notice of intent to retire at its regular meeting Monday and hired the Michigan Leadership Institute to assist it in finding Moss' successor. Moss has notified the board that he plans to retire from his position at the end of January. That means that in the coming weeks, the board will have to decide how it is going to approach filling the position. Full story.
> Bob South is appointed to fill Ed Vondra's position on school board. Story.
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 Farmers Market to celebrate 5th anniversary of Winter Market Nov. 7
The Boyne City Farmers Market will celebrate the 5th anniversary of their Winter Market on Saturday, November 7th. They invite you to join them at the Red Barn, next to the Boyne District Library on Park Street from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be kids activities, a cooking demo and taste, hot cider and great food. For now, the Farmers Market continues its outdoor season through October in Veterans Park from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The 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.
> The market is also planning lots of Halloween Fun on Oct. 31 in Veterans Park. Details.
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Eta Nu's Dressed For Chill project keeps kids warm this winter
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The Eta Nu Women's Organization "Dressed For Chill" project as begun. They work to distribute new winter outerwear for students in need at the Boyne City Elementary School. This is the eighth year Eta Nu Women have continued this community project, fitting over more than 115 students last year. This year, they will pick up another 36 students at the BC Education Center. Committee members work together raising money in the community, organizing, shopping and distributing the outfits in coordination with the school. Donations are tax-deductible. Checks may be made out to Eta Nu Charities, and sent to PO Box 133, Boyne City MI 49712. Individual contributions to United Way can be directed for Eta Nu Charities/Dressed For Chill.
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Legion Auxiliary plans Freedom Run to celebrate Veterans Day
The Boyne City American Legion Auxiliary is organizing the first Boyne City Freedom Run at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, to celebrate Veterans Day. Participants can run or walk one mile or 5 kilometers side-by-side with veterans from all branches of the military. The freedom run starts at Veterans Memorial Park and the entry fee is $20 and includes a Freedom Run T-shirt. Children 13 and under participate for free and will receive a participation medal; for $7 they can get an event T-shirt. Click here for a registration form; they are also available at the Boyne Area Chamber office. You may also register online at active.com (fees apply). If you can't attend the event or you'd just like to support the cause, you can participate "virtually" by registering and running/walking where you are. If you register by October 19th, they will mail your shirt and you can run/walk where you live. The run/walk will not be timed. The event is for fun and to celebrate Veterans Day and our Freedom. Info or questions: email gunnerk9@yahoo.com or call 231.582.6058.
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City to pick up leaves through Oct. 9
The City of Boyne City will pick up leaves Mondays and Fridays from Oct. 12 to Nov. 9. Please set bagged leaves curbside anytime after the first day of pick up, in clearly marked biodegradable paper bags. City crews will pick up bags as time allows. If your bags have been out for an extended period of time and have not been collected, notify City Hall at 582-6597. Biodegradable paper bags are available locally at Boyne City Hardware, Boyne Co-op and other sources. The city asks that you put only leaves in bags as the bags are not strong enough to hold sticks, sand or stones, and will tear upon lifting. Brush will not be picked up curbside, but may be brought to the North Boyne Compost Site. You may haul your own leaves, either in biodegradable bags or unbagged, to the compost site on Robinson Street, open seven days a week.
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Library plans Oct. 25 memorial open house for Nancy Fulkerson
 Nancy Fulkerson was the Reference Librarian and local history/genealogy expert at the Boyne District Library. After graduating from high school Nancy began working at the library and stayed for 35 years, retiring in May. Nancy was a part of the library becoming a District Library, automating the catalog, moving the library for a year while the library was expanded, and developing the historical and genealogical sections of the library among other accomplishments. The library is planning a memorial open house to celebrate Nancy's life on Sunday, October 25 from 2-4. The public is welcome to attend and share stories and memories of Nancy.
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Main Street accepting board applications
The Boyne City Main Street Program is now accepting applications for its Board of Directors. Through community partnerships and a shared vision for the future, Main Street works to keep downtown Boyne City vibrant and successful while preserving its historic heritage and supporting sustainable projects. The Boyne City Main Street Program/Downtown Development Authority is governed by a nine-member board appointed by the city commission. The majority of board members should be business owners or building owners within the DDA district. The board meets monthly at 8:30 a.m. on the first Thursday of the month and board terms are four years. If interested, visit city hall or click here to fill out an application. Return your completed application to City Hall, 319 N. Lake Street by November 1, 2015. For questions, please visit, call, or write: Boyne City Main Street Program, 112 S. Park St., Suite F, Boyne City, MI 49712, 231- 582-9009, mainstreet@boynecity.com.
Applications available for Farmers Market Committee
 The Boyne City Main Street program is accepting applications from people interested in serving on the Boyne City Farmers Market Committee. Terms are for three years. Three terms are expiring this year - 2 Patron, 1 Vendor. For more information call 231.330-2704 or 582-9009. Ask for an application at the market or send the following information by Oct. 19th to mainstreet@boynecity.com: Your name, address, city, phone, email and reasons you wish to serve on the committee. You may also mail this information to Boyne City Farmers Market-Main Street, 112 S. Park Street, Boyne City MI 49712.
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"Resources to grow your business" free forum set for Tuesday
 Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) have partnered to offer businesses an opportunity to learn about programs available to help their businesses grow and become more efficient. The Pure Michigan Business Connect Forum - Resources To Grow Your Business is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 20 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Odawa Hotel (not the casino) in Petoskey. There is no cost to attend and lunch is included. More than 15 resource partners will be there to explain their programs and the resources they offer to assist businesses. To register contact NLEA at tom@northernlakes.net or 231-582-6482. Flier with details.
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 NW Michigan Works offers CNC training
A program sponsored by Northwest Michigan Works through North Central Michigan College offers an intensive two-week training to learn CNC operation. The class runs from Oct. 27 through Nov. 7. We have 8 remaining seats to fill for this 12-person class that will be at no cost for those who meet eligibility guidelines. Successful completion of this training prepares you for a career in this high-demand occupation. To see if you qualify, contact Renee Zaika at the Petoskey Michigan Works office (231) 439-5231, rzaika@networksnorthwest.org. Classes will run Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8 a,m, to 4:30 p.m. and will be the equivalent to completing three credit hours. Flier with details.
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Costume parade, haunted house return to downtown Oct. 31
Start Halloween night with downtown Boyne City's annual costume parade. Everyone is welcome; young, old or 4-legged - come and join the fun! Bring a chair if you prefer to watch all the great costumes. Line-up begins in front of CindiFranco's, 309 S. Lake St. at 4:30 p.m., parade begins at 4:45 and will wind around downtown, ending at the entrances to the Fire Department's Haunted House at the Library Red Barn. The Library Community Room will be open for trick-or-treating until 6 p.m. Just one block down, the First Presbyterian Church will feature the famous Trunk or Treat. The city's official trick or treating hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Visit the Chamber’s Halloween Fun page and see the stories below for more local activities.
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The Nightmare returns to Challenge Mountain on weekends
 "The Nightmare at Challenge Mountain," a weekend haunted house experience returns every Friday and Saturday in October, from 7 to 10 p.m. at 2205 Springbrook Road, Boyne Falls. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children or three children for $10. You will become entranced listening to evil stories that will keep you up at night. Your heart will race as you wander around the Drain Maze and Wicked Woods. Haunted history will surround you at the Graves Family Graveyard and Dead Branch Saloon. Sounds of the past will fill you with fright as you explore the Grateful Dead Cemetery, Boot Hill and Bug Bites. The Shadows of Michigan lurk deep in the woods so beware of what awaits, because you are never alone. Beware, don't use your GPS to get you there. Visit www.challengemtn.org for directions and more info. 582-1186.
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Robotics team sponsors Zombie Fun run
The Boyne City High School Blaze Robotics Team is sponsoring the Zombie Mountain Attack, a 5K Fun Run at Avalanche Mountain at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25. Zombies in costume will be scattered along the 5K course to hinder and scare the dickens out of the runners. Costumes are optional, families are welcome; you are invited to be a zombie or a runner. Pizza, apples, water and a prize are included in the $10 runner registration fee. Registration form.
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 Dress up and trick or treatat the Oct. 31st Farmers Market
The Boyne City Farmers Market invites you to join the fun - dress up and trick or treat at the Oct. 31st market. There will also be a costume contest and photos can be taken with special Halloween celebrities from 9 a.m. to 12 noon during the final outdoor market of the season at Veterans Park.
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CHILDREN'S HALLOWEEN PARTY will be hosted by the Boyne City Eagles on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 2 - 4 p.m. Kids 12 and under are invited to wear their costumes and join them for free food, fun, games and prizes.
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SPOOK SWIM - The Charlevoix Area Community Pool invites you to this annual event. Bring your family and friends on Friday, October 23rd from 6-8 p.m. for a fun- filled evening. Get ready for spooky music and decorations on the pool deck with floating pumpkins in the water. Swim, eat pizza, sip on refreshments and grab a goody bag, all for $4 for students and $5 for adults. Children 5 and under are free. For more information, call 231.547.0982 or email the pool.
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WELCOME, NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS!
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 ABC Pilates and Fitness
Susanna Engstrom, Owner
5W Main St, Suite 2
231-944-9948
Underused/ Disengaged/ Overused Muscles? We offer personal fitness training for those wanting to learn "how" and "why" about their body so they can accomplish their goals. Goals range from increasing strength, reducing pain during certain movements, improving balance, and enhancing favored activities (biking, skiing, hiking, etc.).
ABC Pilates and Fitness brings TRX, or Suspension Straps Training to Boyne City. This mode of fitness was developed and used by the Navy Seals because of the ability to support a full body workout with minimal equipment, i.e. equipment that travels very easily. And, of course, all the training begins with CORE engagement and strength. Classes will be offered in November - first class is complimentary - on M,W,F at 8:30 am, T&Th at 12 noon, and Sat at 9:45 am. After November, class days and times will be customized to participants' requests. For more information, or to sign up, please contact Sue at 231.944.9948. Space is limited, so a reservation is needed.
Harbor/Brenn Insurance Agencies  Ashley Whitney - Vice President Bill Brower - President 1231 US 31 N Petoskey, MI 49770 231-347-8113, 866-347-8113 Your local independent insurance agency located between Petoskey and Harbor Springs serving the greater Charlevoix and Emmet County area. We represent some of the finest insurance companies doing business in Michigan today. Accident Fund, Auto-Owners, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cincinnati, Citizens, Frankenmuth, Fremont, Grand River, Michigan Insurance, Pioneer, and Progressive consistently rank among the best for competitive rates, service and claims satisfaction and all are available through our agency.
 State Street Vacation House Jennifer Clasman Ammerman, owner and property manager 302 State Street, Boyne City 231-676-4004 Affordable luxury vacation home in downtown Boyne City. Walking distance to Lake Charlevoix and 5 miles from Boyne Mountain. The home features two high-end apartments that each sleep 6. It can be rented as one unit to sleep 12. See us on www.vrbo.com property number 695510 for rates and bookings. |
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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Boyne Pub opens with wood-fired pizza above Northern Table
Boyne Pub opened last week on the upper level of Northern Table restaurant at 220 S. Lake St. The pub offers wood-fired pizzas, craft beer, cocktails and entertainment in a fun atmosphere. The electronic jam band Biomassive will be playing in the Boyne Pub from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. tonight, on Friday, October 16. The pub also offers drink specials for Monday Night Football. This Monday, it will be the Giants vs. Eagles at 8:30 p.m. on the big screen. The pub opens at 5 p.m. Thursday through Monday, and is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Northern Table is open for dinner Wednesday through Friday plus lunch and dinner Saturday and Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday. In other news, owner Mark Warner reports that he has hired Adam Slowinski, former long-time bartender at Pierson's restaurant at Boyne Mountain, as the new bar manager for Northern Table and Boyne Pub. For further information, call Boyne Pub at 231-459-4573 and Northern Table at 231-459-4487.
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Red Mesa Insider Cooking Classes start Oct. 24
Go behind the scenes and learn to cook some of your favorite Red Mesa dishes as Red Mesa Grill is bringing back a series of three cooking classes. The first class is Appetizers, held from 2 to 3:30 Saturday, Oct. 24 in their back room. Learn to creat the Mesa's Cuban Black Bean Cakes, Jamaican Jerk Pork Flautas and Peruvian Armadillo Eggs. Their chef will demonstrate the step by step process involved in bringing these dishes to life using easy to follow techniques and recipes. Sit back, enjoy a margarita and watch the magic happen for $15 per class. Upcoming classes will feature Salsas on Nov. 21 and Taste of Agave on Jan. 23.To RSVP, call 231-582-0049 or email redmesabc@redmesagrill.com.
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Cafe Santé wine tastings begin Nov. 11
TIckets go on sale at noon this Sunday, Oct. 18 for the Wine Emporium's inaugural wine tasting of the season at Cafe Santé on Nov. 11th. Again this series will feature food and wine from regions throughout Europe. Here is the schedule:
Nov. 11 - Central Italy
Dec. 9 - Languedoc-Roussillon (southern France)
Jan. 13 - N.W. Spain (Rias Baixas, Bierzo)
Feb. 10 - Bordeaux, France
Mar. 9 - Rhone, France
Apr. 13 - Central Spain (Toro, Ribera del Duero)
These dates are the second Wednesday of each month, not the first as in the past. Start time remains at 6:30 p.m., seating for 32, tickets are $30 including tax and tip and go on sale the Sunday following each tasting event. Call the Wine Emporium & Market to purchase tickets at 231-582-2151.
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Walkabout Sculpture photo contest continues til Nov. 1
Boyne City's Walkabout Sculpture Committee is kicking off a photography contest open to all amateur or professional photographers to capture their favorite sculpture and post it on the Boyne City Main Street Facebook page. The photo contest will run from now until Nov. 1, with the winner announced and recognized at the June 2016 Artist Reception. The winner will be chosen by the Walkabout Committee and will receive a cash prize of $100 in addition to recognition at the Artist Reception, local media, newsletters and websites. The June installation of the Walkabout Sculpture Show with eight beautiful sculptures in and around downtown Boyne City has created a local buzz. The Walkabout Committee is also encouraging people to vote for their favorite sculpture online at www.walkaboutsculptureshow.com or by picking up a brochure at a downtown business, taking a tour of the pieces and completing the ballot. For more information contact Boyne City Main Street at 231-582-9009 or Mainstreet@boynecity.com.
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Boyne Co-op announces annual Buck Pole Contest
 Boyne Co-op True Value will be holding its 4th annual Buck Pole Contest Nov. 15 and 16. Register by 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14, at the Co-op, 113 S. Park St., Boyne City. The registration fee is $20, and there will be prizes for the top two scores for men, women and youth plus the top overall score. Judging will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16. The Co-op is donating a portion of the proceeds to local charities. Free hot dogs, chili and beverages will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 15 and 16. Call (231) 582-9971 for more information or to become a sponsor by donating prizes, advertising, food, beverages or cash.
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 College hosts local food and health conference Oct. 28
Central Michigan College and the Local Food Alliance will host the 3rd annual Around the Table conference for farmers, food producers, health care providers, educators and local food lovers on Wednesday, October 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. The conference will be held in the Iron Horse Café and Conference Center on the Petoskey campus. The conference, Around the Table: Local Food & Community Health, will focus on the connection between eating fresh local foods and improving our health. Speakers will highlight some of the innovative ways people in our region are connecting farmers to senior centers, getting fresh local produce into hospitals, adding local foods to the school menu and curriculum, providing farm-food vouchers for income-eligible citizens and supplying food pantries with farm market gleanings. The event is free, but advance registration is required to insure enough food and materials. Tickets and information are available at www.ncmich.edu/cce or by calling 231-348-6613.
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 Boyne Kiwanis plan 4th annual Turkey Trot
The Kiwanis Club of Boyne City is organizing their 4th annual Turkey Trot 5K race and 1-mile fun run/walk to be held at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 26. The race will begin and end at Veterans Park. Packet pick-up will be 2 to 6 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Edward Jones office, 101 S. Lake St. For further information contact Ruth Skop at 231-881-0945 or Gayle Harbaugh at 231-675-5725. Entrants are asked to bring a nonperishable food item that will be donated to the Boyne area food pantries. Race registration form to print. Online registration.
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Equine Therapy plans Pumpkin Fundraiser and Open House
 Northern Equine Therapy is planning a Fall Pumpkin Fundraiser and Open House from 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at their location, 05025 Church Road, Boyne City. A full day of fall family fun is planned, including a family friend Spooky Horse BArn, farm animals, games, wheelchair-accessible hay rides, silent auction, food and the opportunity to meet the therapy horses. Executive Director Courtney Sumpter invites everyone to "Help us carve 100 pumpkins to create the largest pumpkin display in Northern Michigan." NMET is a fully approved 501(c)3 charity. All donations and proceeds raised at this event provide therapy scholarships for those with disabilities and for the horses' needs. Contact Sumpter at 231-881-5590 or nmequine@gmail.com if you would like to donate monetary contributions or silent auction items. Website.
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 Castle Farms' Grand Bridal Expo is Oct. 25
Join us at Castle Farms for our 11th Annual Grand Bridal Expo. Sunday, October 25, 2015, 10 am-3 pm. Featuring displays by the finest in wedding service providers Northern Michigan has to offer. Workshops throughout the day. Celebration Lounge, where guests may purchase beer, wine and food, opens at 12:00pm. Grand Finale Fashion Show begins at 3:00 p.m. and showcases the latest in bridal fashions. Bridal couples register to win door prizes and the Grand Giveaway-a wedding ceremony package valued at over $15,000. Admission: $6.00 per person. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 Hwy., Charlevoix, Michigan. (231) 237-0884.
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 Want to go to the Super Bowl for $50?
The Charlevoix Area Humane Society is conducting a Super Bowl 2016 Raffle, and the winner will receive Feb. 7th game tickets, a four-night stay in a Marriott or Hyatt hotel, airfare and ground transportation for two. Tickets are $50 and only 1,000 will be sold. Get your tickets at the Humane Society in Boyne City, the Boyne Chamber office or from CAHS volunteers at a variety of events. Email or call 231-582-6774 for tickets or information . The drawing is at 4 p.m. Dec. 4th at the Humane Society. (Raffle license# R30372)
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BCHS MARCHING BAND - If you are interested in watching the video of the BCHS Marching Band performance from the TC Marching Expo on YouTube, click here. This is a very different perspective of the band from what we have here in Boyne. The students were pumped for their performance and their passion and spirit show in this great performance. You will also have the opportunity to view the performances of all the other bands that performed.
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CRAZY SALLY'S ROAD RALLY is an annual event that benefits the Compassionate Hearts organization, a local non-profit that provides assistance to local citizens in need. Teams have fun by dressing up in costume and racing around town in search of clues. Food and Prizes. Date: October 24, 2015, Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Boyne Area Senior Center. Cost: $15 per team member (teams of 4) limited # of teams. Contact: George Danforth 231-340-1592 for additional information or to tickets.
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 CIDER MAKING AT THE HILL - Join Little Traverse Conservancy staff member Charles Dawley for a cider-making extravaganza at The Hill Nature Preserve north of Boyne City from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. From the Clute Road parking area, we will hike to the overlook and orchard part of the preserve. There we will collect apples, crush, and press them. Please bring an empty milk jug or jar if you would like to take some cider home.
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HERBS 101: Back to the Basics. What herbs do we find around here? Where, when and how do we harvest them? How do we prepare and use them? What are they used for? Join Lucy Hartlove of lucy's herbs with a purpose on Saturday October 31 from 1-3 pm to learn the answers. Held at the Balanced Living studio (Huntington Bank Building). $15 registration at Inspired Living. Questions, call 231-409-6889.
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LATE SEASON GOLF SPECIAL - The conditions on the Heatherwoods Course at Charlevoix Country Club are the best they've ever been. And, since golfing days are numbered, the rates are hard to beat at $29 for 18 holes and $15 for 9 holes with cart. So grab your fleece, a friend and click here to book that tee time now at or call 231-547-9796.
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 FALL COLOR RAFT TOURS are being offered through November 1st on the wild and scenic Jordan River by Jordan Valley Outfitters' new owners, Dan and Melanie Bennett. "Leave your worries to us and bring your camera," said Melanie. Guided winter trips are just around the next bend, running from mid-December through March. Call 231-536-0006 for information or reservations. Click and download the graphic at right for a $5 coupon off your booking or credit towards store merchandise over $25; limit one per purchase. www.jvoutfitters.com.
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How to Capitalize on Turning Points - How to make the most of life's transitions will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. The program, titled "Reboot Your Life: The Art of Turning Your Life Around," features a filmed interview with Vinh Chung, a Vietnamese immigrant and author of "Where the Wind Leads." After their empire of rice mills in Vietnam was confiscated by a communist regime, Chung's family made a risky decision to leave the country in search of a better life. "If we stayed behind, my parents saw there would be no future for their children," says Chung. He visited Vietnam 20 years after his parents' departure and shared his experiences with Lifetree during the filmed interview.
> 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
October 20 - Soul Patch
October 27 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
October 31- Halloween Extravaganza w/ Dave Cisco, 8-11 p.m.
> Mondays, 6-9 p.m. Nathan Bates. $5 pizza night.
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m.: All-you-can-eat mussels special. Oct. 22 - Younce Guitar Duo, Oct. 29th - Steve Michanowicz
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m. Oct. 16th - Under the Moon, 23rd - Michelle Chenard, 30th - Ben Overbeek
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m. Oct. 17th - Chris Calleja,
24th - Sean Bielby. 31st - Halloween Tomfoolery with Kellerville
BOYNE PUB - upstairs at Northern Table, 220 S. Lake St. Oct. 16 - Biomassive, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Oct. 23 - Nelson Olstrom, 6-9 p.m.
Snowflake Lounge - Friday & Saturday - DJ Bill da Cat, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Strolling Street Performers - Friday & Saturday, 6-9 p.m.
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Oct. 18 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.:
Oct. 24th - Rawhide
Nov. 21st "Whiskey Creek" 9pm-12am
Dec. 5th "Less than Ordinary w/ Special Guest Jackson White" 8pm-12am
Dec. 19th "TNT" 9pm-12am
Dec. 31st "NEW YEARS EVE w/ Whiskey Creek
PIED PIPER SKATERY - Roller skating Wednesdays through Sundays. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake. Upcoming special events:
- October 31st: Halloween Party, 7-11:30 p.m.
- November 14th: "Hair Rock Bands" theme night
- December 12th and 13th: Christmas parties
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CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY - Run your business card in The Boyne City Gazette for only $40. That's $10 off the normal price. Call Chris at (231) 582-2799. Valid for black and white advertising, must sign up by Oct. 23, 2015.
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BLOOD DRIVE OCT. 26 - Community Church of Christ is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 12 to 5:45 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at 777 Vogel St., Boyne City. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
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PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER wanted. Apply in person at the Boyne City Motel.
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GOOD NEIGHBORS FOOD PANTRY of Boyne City is open every Tuesday from 2 to 5:30 p.m. The pantry is located on the west side of the Boyne Area Free Clinic building at 624 State St. Volunteers are needed for various tasks, from stocking shelves to picking up food, to helping on pantry days. Donations for operating the pantry and purchasing food are also welcome. For more information 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.
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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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