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Hugh Conklin Tom Neidhamer Gary Mellon Leslie Neilson
Boyne City voters will pick 2 city commissioners in Tuesday election
Voters in the City of Boyne City will be going to the polls to elect two City Commission candidates this Tuesday, November 3rd. Six candidates originally ran for office and the field was reduced to four in a primary election in August. The four candidates on Tuesday's ballot are:
> Hugh Conklin, former manager of the Boyne City Main Street Program and former publisher of the Boyne Citizen newspaper.
> Gary Mellon, local Realtor and retired optometrist.
> Tom Neidhamer, retired high school teacher and incumbent commissioner who was first elected four years ago.
> Leslie Neilson, owner of two local businesses, inspired living retail store and balanced living yoga studio.
Polls at City Hall will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, election day. City Hall will also be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday to issue and accept absentee ballots. Click here for an in-depth Boyne City Gazette story on the candidates, based on their statements at an October 6th candidates forum cosponsored by the Gazette and the Boyne Area Chamber.
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 Costume parade, haunted house return on Saturday; Also restaurant parties galore
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 entrance 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, including parties, costume contests and music at the Farmers Market, Cafe Sante, Red Mesa Grill, Friggy's SOBO Pub, BC Lanes, Sportsman Bar, Boyne Pub, Pied Piper Skatery and the final night of The Nightmare at Challenge Mountain.
> UNWANTED STRAW BALES? If any businesses have straw bales left over from their Halloween displays, the chamber has made arrangements with a local gardener to pick them up if you don't want them. Call us at 231-582-6222.
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RSN to broadcast audio for Friday's Rambler playoff game
Friday's Pre-District Playoff football game featuring the 8-1 Ramblers hosting the 6-3 Oscoda Owls will be a live audio only broadcast on the Rambler Sports Network. The broadcast goes live at 6:55 p.m. Per MHSSA rules, one hour after the game, you can relive all the action, replays and coverage by RSN. The Ramblers are ranked 6th in the state for Division 6, and have made the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. If Ramblers beat Oscoda, they will host the winner of Calumet and Negaunee. Win again and the probable next opponent would be second-ranked and undefeated Traverse Ctiy St. Francis, then Ithaca. The broadcast is available as always by clicking the game graphic at www.boyne.k12.mi.us. As an audio-only broadcast, there will be NO password to listen. News-Review Prep Football page.
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"Station Eleven" author to speak for Boyne Reads event Tuesday
 "Station Eleven" by Emily St. John Mandel is the selection for "One Book, One Community - Boyne Reads 2015." The highlight of Boyne Reads will be a visit by Emily St. John Mandel to the Boyne City Performing Arts Center on at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. The author presentation will be followed by a dessert reception, hosted by the Boyne City High School Hospitality Class. The event is sponsored by the Boyne District Library and Friends of the Library, in cooperation with Boyne City Public Schools. Funding is also provided by the Doll-Loesel Foundation. "Station Eleven" is set in a world turned upside down, but is ultimately an exploration of people surviving and remaking their lives by preserving the qualities that make us human: culture, art, and the humanities. The questions raised in this novel will make you think about what it means to be human, why do we fight for survival, the human need to connect, to mark history and to create a future. We think you will love this book as much as we do. The library has multiple copies of the book and ebook, and they are also available for purchase at Local Flavor, Boyne City's locally owned bookstore.
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Final Boyne on the Water session Nov. 17
After three public input sessions, a final plan for improving Boyne City's waterfront parks will be unveiled Tuesday, Nov. 17, in the community hall of St. Matthew Church, 1303 Boyne Avenue. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the session will begin at 6. 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, July and September - plus follow-up comments via email - to create a final design concept that will be shared with the public at this fourth meeting. Also on the agenda will be a discussion of next steps, including who will lead the ongoing effort, and options for funding. For more information about the project, and some of the ideas presented in previous sessions, 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.
> Light refreshments will provided, and sandwiches will be available for purchase from Littleman Bites food truck.
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Court Street repaving finished; Ribbon cutting set for Tuesday
 The City of Boyne City and Evangeline Township invite the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the newly paved Court Street. The ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the corner of Court Street and Hawk Ridge Drive. The $890,000 project was a joint effort between the city and the township. About $714,000 in federal and state grants helped finance the project. City Manager Michael Cain said, "The completion of this long anticipated project marks the removal of the longest portion of unpaved road in the City of Boyne City. Due to the topography around this street it was the site of frequent and serious washouts due to the high volume of storm water that ended up following the street. The combination of paving, curb and gutter and storm water collection systems incorporated this project will mean a safer year round driving surface and better and cleaner handling of storm water which ultimately makes it way to Lake Charlevoix."
LOW WATER PRESSURE POSSIBLE - From Nov. 2-13, Wach Water, a contractor for the City of Boyne City, will be doing valve maintenance work that may result in short periods (15 to 30 minutes) of low or no water pressure for some city water customers. Some may also briefly see some sediment in their water, which is normal and safe, although this is unlikely for most customers. If you have any questions, comments or concerns call the Boyne City Hall at 231.582.6597. News-Review story.
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Four members nominated for 2016 Chamber Board positions
 The Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce Nominating Committee and Board of Directors have proposed the following slate of candidates for Board of Directors positions to take office in January of 2016:
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Chris Bandy of Local Flavor Bookstore & Internet Cafe
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Tracy Donaldson of Family Fare Supermarket
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Jennifer McAndrew of Boyne Co-op True Value
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Kristen Spears of Re/Max Resort Properties
If any Chamber member in good standing wishes to add his or her name to the list of nominees, they may do so by submitting a petition within 10 days of this notice, signed by at least 10 members supporting that candidate. If any member or members are nominated by petition, an election will be held via ballots distributed to all members. If no additional nominees are submitted by petition, the Nominating Committee slate of candidates shall be declared elected. Board members will be installed at the Annual Meeting on Jan. 21 - mark your calendar now!
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Genealogy group to hear about digitizing Boyne City history
Monica Kroondyk and Ed May will give a presentation on the "Digitization of Boyne City History Project" at the Charlevoix County Genealogy Society meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Boyne District Library Community Room. The goal of the project is to digitize Boyne City's local history beginning with early photos, letters and photos of artifacts. Plans for the next phase will be to digitize old local newspapers. The project will include placing the information online where it will be readily available for anyone to access and view for free. Kroondyk is the assistant director of the Boyne District Library. May is a well-known historian who has amassed an impressive collection of historical photos of Boyne City. The project will be done in memory of the late Nancy Fulkerson, who was a local historian and genealogist who assisted countless numbers of individuals and organizations with their research at the Boyne District Library. The public is invited to attend. Phone Joy at (231) 582-3440 for further information.
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 Eagles to host Community Thanksgivng Dinner again
The Boyne City Eagles will host their annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner from noon to 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, at the Eagles Hall, 106 N. Lake St. The dinner is open to the public, and there is no charge. Dinner includes turkey, stuffing, potatoes and gravy, vegetables and desserts. Anyone who needs a ride or would like to volunteer or donate food is asked to call the Eagles (in advance) at 231-582-6904. Please consider bringing a monetary donation or a non-perishable food item; proceeds will be divided among local food pantries.
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 You like us, you really like us!
We just got our 4,000th like on the Boyne Area Chamber Facebook Page. It sure is nice to be loved, or at least liked! Where do all these likes come from? Here are the top 20 cities, including Columbus, Ohio, at number 7:
1. Boyne City, MI 814
2. Petoskey, MI 349
3. Charlevoix, MI 137
4. Gaylord, MI 130
5. East Jordan, MI 114
6. Traverse City, MI 98
7. Columbus, OH 94
8. Boyne Falls, MI 89
9. Cheboygan, MI 84
10. Grand Rapids, MI 66
| 11. Harbor Springs, MI 64
12. Horton Bay, MI 53
13. Detroit, MI 45
14. Walloon Lake, MI 40
15. Ann Arbor, MI 36
16. Antrim, MI 28
17. Midland, MI 21
18. Flint, MI 19
19. Chicago, IL 19
20. East Lansing, MI 19 |
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America Sings" free show salutes veterans Nov. 8 at BC High School
Boyne City's free salute to Veterans and Armed Forces, "America Sings," will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8 in the Performing Arts Center at Boyne City High School. Entertainers include the Pine River Jazz Band complete with swing band dancers, Boyne Meets Broadway show tunes from the High School Drama Department, Nathan Bates, Katie and Camden Mackenzie performing their "Who's on First" routine, and more to be announced soon. Admission is free and doors open at 1:30 p.m. Organizers of the show include Gordon Lambie, Scott MacKenzie, Mike Houser, Mike Cain and others.
> VETERANS DAY CEREMONY - The Boyne City American Legion will hold a Veterans Day ceremony in the Legion building at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11.
> VETERANS BREAKFAST - Veterans and their families are invited to a free breakfast at the North Central Michigan College cafeteria on Wednesday, November 11, from 8 to 10 a.m. The college Student Veterans Association and Chase Bank are sponsoring the event to show appreciation to our local veterans and their families.
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Hunters can help food bank with big or small venison donations
 Hunters can play a big role with a small donation. Manna Food Bank is asking hunters to donate one or two pounds of venison, or an entire deer, and it will be distributed to local food pantries. Hunters can take their deer to a local processor, let the processor know what portion is for Manna, and they also have the option to specify which community or pantry will be the recipient of their donation. The processing cost is paid for by the Sunrise Rotary Club of Petoskey. Only venison processed in a commercial facility can be accepted. The following processors are participating: Walloon Village General Store, Jurek's Meats & Grocery, Krueger's Fish Market, and Carp Lake General Store. For more information contact Manna at 231-347-8852, or Good Neighbors Food Pantry at 231-675-0742. > $15 BUYS THANKSGIVING DINNER - Give the gift of a Thanksgiving dinner to a local family. A gift of $15 to Good Neighbors Food Pantry or Seventh Day Adventist Food Pantry, both of Boyne City, will supply a local family with a special Thanksgiving meal food box, complete with all the fixings for a beautiful family meal. "What a great way to share the goodness of the Thanksgiving holiday with our neighbors in need," said Susan Conklin of Good Neighbors, who is working with SDA pantry's Jack Dunlop to organize the joint effort. Fifty or more families are expected to request the Thanksgiving boxes, and they may do so at either pantry in the next several weeks. Donations on behalf of one or more families can be sent to PO Box 35, Boyne City, MI 49712. For more information, call 231-497-8677 or 231-582-0151, or email goodneighborsboyne@gmail.com.
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Boyne Valley Garden Club raising funds by selling Christmas wreaths
It's time to get your order in for Boyne Valley Garden Club Christmas wreaths. These thick, beautiful wreaths are made of fresh boughs of balsam fir, white pine and cedar and are decorated with red velvet bows, pine cones, and berries. Sizes range from 10" to 36"' in diameter. Ten foot swags are also available. Proceeds from this fundraiser are used to purchase flowers for the 14 gardens that the club plants and maintains throughout Boyne City. The order deadline is Nov. 14; pick up orders at the Eagles Hall from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 24. Business deliveries will be made the morning of Nov. 24. Click here for an order form.
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Earlier Than the Bird shoppers will get this souvenir coffee mug
The 8th annual Boyne City "Earlier Than The Bird" holiday shopping event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 21, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Kick off the season with friends and family, coffee and holiday shopping specials - all while in the comfort of your pajamas. By holding the event the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Boyne City merchants are inviting customers to get an "early bird" preview of all the great holiday shopping available. Merchants will be offering special deals along with refreshments. In addition, those shoppers wearing their pajamas will receive a special gift of the Earlier Than The Bird coffee mug pictured above, while supplies last. (Sorry, sweats and workout clothes are not eligible as pajamas). The event is sponsored by the Boyne City Main Street Program and the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information contact the chamber at 231-582-6222.
> MERCHANTS are asked to email the Chamber by Nov. 10 with special offers for Earlier Than the Bird. The offers will be included on the Chamber website, newsletters and fliers available at participating stores. Last year, more than 25 stores and restaurants participated; see last year's list.
> SANTA PARADE is also coming soon - Friday, Nov. 27. The parade starts at 6 p.m. and Holiday Open Houses continue from 5 to 9 p.m. in most downtown stores. Parade application.
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 Boyne City Winter Farmers Market to celebrate 5th anniversary Nov. 7
Join us on Saturday, November 7th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate the 5th Winter Market Anniversary for the Boyne City Farmers Market. The market moves indoors to the Red Barn next to the Boyne District Library on Park Street in downtown Boyne City. " The fact that we can enjoy local food and produce from our farmers all year long is a reason to celebrate. This will be a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy and appreciate our farmers and all that they mean to us," said Becky Harris, market manager. "For five years, we have been so fortunate to be able to keep the market going throughout the year. We couldn't do it without our faithful patrons and wonderful farmers." In addition to the regular indoor farmers market, the celebration will include kids' activities, a cooking demo and tasting, hot cider and great food from our local farms. "The library has been gracious to let us use the Red Barn for our winter market over the years and we appreciate their partnership. We are working toward building a community pavilion to hopefully house it next year and for years to come," said Harris. For more information on the Farmers Market or the Five Year Anniversary Celebration, contact the Main Street office at (231) 582-9009 or visit www.boynecityfarmersmarket.org.
> The market is also planning lots of Halloween Fun on Oct. 31 - their last outdoor market day in Veterans Park. Details.
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Eta Nu's Dressed For Chill project keeps kids warm this winter
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 and an expected 150 this year. 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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28th Annual Lights of Love to benefit Hospice of Northwest Michigan
The Boyne Eta Nu Charities annual "Lights of Love" project provides an opportunity to remember loved ones while contributing to Hospice of Northwest Michigan. Donations can be made by purchasing a colored light or a personalized heart that will be displayed on the "Lights of Love" tree in downtown Boyne City. A tree lighting and remembrance ceremony will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, at the Country Now & Then alcove. After the ceremony, those attending are invited to enjoy a buffet dinner of soups, wraps and salad at the Boyne River Inn. Dinner reservations are required by Nov. 23 and dinner is $14.50. Details are on the donation form, which you can mail with your tax-deductible check, payable to Boyne Eta Nu Charities. For more information, contact Pati Scott at 231-758-2496 or patiski13@gmail.com.
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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. 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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KorthaseFlinn hires Blohm as business insurance advisor
 KorthaseFlinn Insurance & Financial Services has announced the addition of Justin Blohm as a business insurance advisor in its Commercial Property & Casualty Division. Justin and his wife Katelyn are relocating from the Alpena area where Justin worked as a commercial risk manager. A proven professional delivering insurance solutions for business and non-profit organizations, Justin's move to KorthaseFlinn further expands the firm's expertise in the business insurance arena. KorthaseFlinn President Randy Flinn commented, "We are excited to have made a connection with someone of Justin's caliber and look forward to seeing him thrive as a member of our firm. Justin has established a reputation for service excellence and cost-effective risk management solutions, which fits very well with the KorthaseFlinn culture. Perhaps more important, Justin and Katelyn will be wonderful additions to our community." At KorthaseFlinn Justin will be responsible for expanding the firm's business relationships throughout Northern Michigan, as well as coordinating the delivery of the agency's full range of services. With a degree in Business Management from Central Michigan University and a background with both financial institutions and commercial insurance, Justin is an excellent fit with KorthaseFlinn. Company website.
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4Front Credit Union to host Nov. 19th Business After Hours
 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 three 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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Red Cross introduces new RapidPass online donor health history
 American Red Cross blood and platelet donors can now help save lives in less time by using the new Red Cross RapidPass online health history system. RapidPass streamlines the donation experience by allowing donors to complete pre-donation reading and health history questions online from the convenience of a computer at home or work. It is expected to reduce the time donors with a RapidPass spend at blood drives by up to 15 minutes. To get a RapidPass on the day of a blood donation, donors should visit redcrossblood.org/rapidpass, complete all of the questions, then print their RapidPass or show it on a mobile device when they come to donate. Though an appointment isn't needed to use RapidPass, donors are encouraged to make an appointment by using the Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS to further expedite their donation.
> UPCOMING BLOOD DRIVES
> NOV. 11 - 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Boyne Falls School, 01662 M-75 South.
> NOV. 13 - 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Boyne City High School, 1035 Boyne Ave.
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Home Builders Assn. hosts trades school presentation Tuesday
The Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan will host a presentation by Georgia Abbott at their November 3rd Membership Dinner Meeting at Stafford's Perry Hotel in Petoskey. Abbott will be talking about the program that will bring much needed construction, building and contracting skilled trades education to Northern Michigan through a partnership of the Greater Michigan Construction Academy, headquartered in Midland, and the Industrial Arts Institute of Onaway. The Home Builders have endorsed the program and are expecting to engage 8-10 member companies for student internships/practicum experience. The meeting will start with cocktail hour at 5 p.m. with the dinner and presentation at 6.. Space is limited and there is a cost to attend so RSVP's are required - call 231-348-9770. Association website.
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Halloween Fun in the Boyne Area -
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City staff - a bunch of characters!
The staff at Boyne City Hall always get in the Halloween spirit. From left are Pat Haver (Rosie the Riveter), Barb Brooks (from Monster High), Cindy Grice (Minnie Mouse), Michelle Hewitt (an alien), and Dr. Michael Cain examining a scarecrow that has been out in the rain a bit too long.
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 Trick or treat at Saturday's Farmers Market
Join in the fun on Saturday, October 31st from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Boyne City Farmers Market in Veterans Park. Bring the kids and come dressed up to trick or treat at the market. There will be a costume contest and photos with very special and spooky Halloween visitors. Don't miss the family fun. "Not only will you get treats from our farm gardens, you will get treats specially made for Halloween," said Becky Harris, Farm Market Manager. "This will be our last outdoor market for the year and we want it to be a memorable one for all." The Market will move indoors on November 7 to the Red Barn next to the Boyne District Library from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will feature a special celebration marking the five-year anniversary of the winter market. The celebration will include kids' activities, a cooking demo and tasting, hot cider and great food from our local farms. For more information on The Farmers Market, the Halloween Celebration and the Five Year Anniversary, contact the Main Street office at (231)582-9009 or visit www.boynecityfarmmarket.org.
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Last chance for Challenge Mountain Nightmare this weekend
 "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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TREATS AT CHURCH - Need a warm, dry place with restrooms on your night of trick or treating? From 5 to 8 p.m. on Halloween night, Boyne City United Methodist Church will be open with hot chocolate, cider, apples and cookies. The church is adjacent to Trunk or Treat at 324 South Park Street.
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PIED PIPER SKATERY is hosting a Halloween Party from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday. Party will be on Halloween. Come over after trick or treating and costume judging will start at 9 p.m. We'll decorate the rink, have free candy, and play Halloween music. It's great family fun, and entry is only $3 if you wear a costume. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake.
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HALLOWEEN TOMFOOLERY and costume contest is featured at CAFE SANTE on Oct. 31. Gift cards for $100, $50 and $25 will be awarded for the top three costumes; register between 6 and 7 p.m. with judging at 8. Also on tap: live music with Kellerville from 8 to 11 p.m., ghoulish cocktails, Happy Time Zone drink and appetizer specials from 3 to 6. Trick or treaters are welcome. After the fun at Cafe Sante head over to the RED MESA GRILL Halloween Extravaganza and Costume Contest with music from Dave Cisco from 8 to 11 p.m.
BC LANES & THE VENUE SPORTS BAR invite you to the first of many family events from 6 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Halloween night. For a $10 cover charge you'll get unlimited glow bowling. (No cover charge if you're not bowling.) Our all new Laser Tag arena. Into the Woods, will also be up and running for a discounted price of $4 per person. There will be a costume contest for all ages (broken into 5 ages/categories) 0-5, 6-12, 13-17, 18+, couples/groups. Judging will be at 8 pm for the 0-5 & 6-12 categories. The judging for the remaining categories will be at 9 pm. We will also have a game called lucky strike which gives you the chance to win several different prizes while you bowl.
FRIGGY'S SOBO PUB is celebrating Devil's Night and Halloween this Friday and Saturday. Experience DJ's will entertain on Saturday. There will also be a costume contest and cool giveaways.
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SKELETON CREW plays the Sportsman Bar starting at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Halloween night.
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CASH FOR CANDY - Trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to Progressive Dental Care in Boyne City and receive $1 per pound. Dr. Danielle Swartz is leading this anti-cavity movement for the sixth year in a row by giving away dollars in exchange for cavity-provoking candy. Candy will be shipped to troops serving overseas. This is a great time to say "thank-you" to our local soldiers by offering a sweet treat from home. In our first five years, we have collected nearly 500 pounds of candy. Unopened candy will be collected at Progressive Dental Care from Nov. 2 through Nov. 10 during regular business hours of 8 a.m-5 p.m. Progressive Dental is located at 112 E. Main St. in Boyne City, phone 231-582-6944.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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Freshwater concert series opens with Willie Nile Nov. 14
 Freshwater Art Gallery has announced the first performers in their popular winter concert series. On November 14th, Buffalo NY singer-songwriter Willie Nile will play at 8 p.m. with special guest Jefferson Grizzard. The second concert on Dec. 26th features Billy Strings and Don Julin. The New York Times called Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Rolling Stone listed The Innocent Ones as one of the "Top Ten Best Under-The-Radar Albums of 2011" and BBC Radio called it "THE rock 'n' roll album of the year." His single from that album, "One Guitar," was the "Top Pick of the Week" in USA Today, and here is a video of Willie Nile and Bruce Springsteen playing that song together at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park NJ.
> Freshwater has also booked a return performance by Patty Larkin on March 14 and a season finale concert by Chris Smither on May 9. Performers in January, February and April will be announced soon, with one of them likely to be Steve Poltz, who performed last year to great acclaim. Tickets are $25 for the November and December concerts; call 231-582-2588 for reservations.
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Hotel Walloon and Walloon Lake Inn host Wine Makers Weekend Nov. 6-7
Hotel Walloon and the Walloon Lake Inn are hosting a special Wine Makers Weekend Nov. 6 and 7. Meet the wine makers from Chateauneuf-du Pape, France in an intimate setting at Hotel Walloon on Friday evening and then enjoy a spectacular dinner with paired wines on Saturday at the Walloon Lake Inn. Two nights, two beautiful settings and two wonderful wine makers will present different wines each night. Call 231-535-5000 for weekend hotel reservations. Details at www.hotelwalloon.com. Call the Walloon Lake Inn at 231-535-2999 for reservations for the Chateau de la Font du Loup Wine Dinner, which is $96 per person plus tax and gratuity. |
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Wine Emporium deli offers entrees to go, Wine Down Wednesdays and tastings at Sante
Wine Emporium & Market knows you're busy, so they encourage you to stop by their deli and check out the family-sized soups and ready-made "entrees to go" that their team of chefs have put together to make your weekday evening meals a little less stressful. All of their "entrees to go" come in reusable, microwave safe containers. Available from the deli case now are: Lemon Chicken with Wild Rice, Classic Lasagna, Grown-Up Mac & Cheese, Roast Pork with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, and Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
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 Wednesdays just got better! Join us each week for our new "Wine Down Wednesday" tastings from 4 to 7 pm in the Wine Emporium & Market. We'll be selecting and featuring wines that will pair with our "entrees to go" from our deli. Our regular weekly Saturday evening tastings continue from 4 to 7 pm. Stop by for complimentary vino and snacks. We'll be tasting this week's W.O.W. (Wine of the Week) too.
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TIckets are on sale 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 - NW Spain (Rias Baixas, Bierzo); Feb. 10 - Bordeaux, France; Mar. 9 - Rhone, France; Apr. 13 - Central Spain (Toro, Ribera del Duero). Start time is 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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TRX suspension straps training begins next week at ABC Fitness
ABC Pilates and Fitness, a new business and Chamber member located at 5 West Main St, Unit 2, is bringing 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, and equipment that travels very easily. And, of course, all the training begins with CORE engagement and strength. Classes will be offered in November. The first class is complimentary - on M,W,F at 8:30 a.m., T&Th at 12 noon, and Saturday at 9:45 a.m. After November, class days and times will be customized to participants' requests. For more information, or to sign up, please contact Sue Engstrom at 231-944-9948. Space is limited, so a reservation is needed.
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Walkabout Sculpture photo contest deadline is this Sunday
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 until Nov. 1. The winner 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 featured eight sculptures in and around downtown Boyne City. The committee is also encouraging people to vote for their favorite sculpture 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 Main Street at 231-582-9009 or Mainstreet@boynecity.com.
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Boyne Co-op announces 5th annual Buck Pole Contest
 Boyne Co-op True Value will be holding its 5th 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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Sonic Escape to light up Crooked Tree Arts Center stage Nov. 7
Since 2009, New York City-based Sonic Escape has been on a steadfast mission to take over the world. Armed with flute, violin and cello, their game plan - use hyper-instrumentals to fill hearts with indescribable joy - has led them to stubbornly write their own rules in a world that encourages everything but. The results are frequently hilarious, always heartwarming and addictive beyond belief! With trademark candor, Sonic Escape speaks passionately on subjects some say they know little about: hard work, love, sacrifice, 9-to-5 jobs, retirement... nothing is off-limits. Tickets are $25 for adult members, $35 for adult non-members, $10 students. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Crooked Tree Arts Center Petoskey. For tickets or more information, contact CTAC at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org.
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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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 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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CAMP QUALITY FUND-RAISER - Sommerset Point Yacht Club will host "Bunco Night... Rollin' For Gold," a fund-raiser for Camp Quality, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 17. Reservations are required, $20/person donation including complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Bunco is a social dice game involving 100% luck. No experience needed to enjoy this fun game of chance. A silent auction and door prizes are also part of the fun. Details.
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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, Oct. 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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DOE DAYS AT THE CASTLE - Looking for the perfect purse, colorful clutch, or blingy beaded bag? The Castle Farms Gift Shop carries a wide selection of bags and purses in a rainbow of colors. Scarves, jewelry, homeware, gifts and collectibles, plus a wide variety of other fun items, too. Shop the Castle Gift Shop Nov. 13-15 and help us celebrate Doe Days - 15% off storewide merchandise, plus extra SUPER SALES inside. Open daily, 9am-4 pm. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 N., Charlevoix. Visit our online Castle Gift Shop and shop 24/7.
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IMPACT OF HERION ADDICTION - The societal impact of heroin addiction will be examined at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m. The program, titled "The Heroin Addict Next Door: One Man's Painful Story," features a filmed interview with Rocky Romano, a former heroin addict. During the interview, Romano explains that his downward spiral began with alcohol and grew worse from there. "By the time you know you're in trouble, it's too late," Romano says. "You start to trade one addiction for another, and that's where the drugs start to come in." This episode will also explore whether a connection exists between early childhood trauma and self-destructive behavior.
> 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 31 - Halloween Extravaganza with Dave Cisco, 8-11 p.m.
November 3 - Kellerville
November 10 - Chris Calleja
November 17 - Younce Guitar Duo w/ Miriam Pico
November 24 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
November 25 - 'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving Party with The Pistil Whips, 7-10pm
> Mondays, 6-9 p.m. Nathan Bates. $5 pizza night.
> Wednesday Nov. 25th, 7-10 p.m. - The Shifties
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m.: All-you-can-eat mussels special. Nov. 5th - Younce Guitar Duo, 12th - Jake Allen, 19th - Michelle Chenard
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m. Oct. 30th - Ben Overbeek. Nov. 6th - Kellerville, 13th - Owen James, 20th - Brett Mitchell, 27th - Under the Moon (Boyne Area Christmas Basket Benefit).
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m. Oct. 31st - Halloween Tomfoolery with Kellerville. Nov. 7th - Ben & Dan Swan, 14th - Ben Overbeek, 21st - Chris Koury, 28th - Chris Calleja.
> Saturday, Oct. 31 - Skeleton Crew plays on Halloween night, 9:30 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.
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.:
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 with 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 p.m. Details on Facebook.> November 14th: "Hair Rock Bands" theme night> December 12th and 13th: Christmas parties
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MacGregor Cares will match donations to Cancer Crusaders
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Boyne Falls Shock Robotics Team accepts $500 donation.
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Congratulations to September's MacGregor Cares winner, the Boyne Falls Shock Robotics Team. During the month of October, MacGregor Cares will match the total collected donations up to $500 that will be donated to the Northern Michigan Cancer Crusaders. NMCC is a local group that helps those fighting cancer with immediate needs, such as medicine, gas cards, etc. All donations stay locally and the group is run by volunteers. We appreciate your participation in helping those locally fighting cancer. To donate, call 231.526.9633 or stop into either of MacGregor's two locations in Harbor Springs or Charlevoix.
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FALL BEHIND - Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night/Sunday morning. And enjoy that extra hour of sleep!
FREE CLINIC CLOSED - The Boyne Area Free Clinic, Inc. will be closed next Friday, Nov. 6. Dr.Mansfield will be out of town at a medical seminar and we were unable to find anyone to fill in for him. We will be open normal hours the following Friday, November 13.
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SEED OF FAITH MINISTRY - Pastor Michael and Shelly Breimer invite you to come to their non-denominational service. They are meeting in the Seventh Day Adventist Community Center at 326 N. Park St., Boyne City at 2 p.m. on Sundays. "We don't want to just fill seats, we want to fill you with Jesus. We are looking forward to meeting you," said Pastor Breimer.
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CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY - Call Chris at (231) 582-2799 before November 6th and place a 4" x 5" black and white ad for only $75 (normally $100). Includes design free of charge.
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> NOV. 11 - 10 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., Boyne Falls School, 01662 M-75 South.
> NOV. 13 - 8:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Boyne City High School, 1035 Boyne Ave.
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 CITY LEAF PICKUP - The City of Boyne City will pick up leaves Mondays and Fridays from now through Nov. 9. Please set bagged leaves curbside in clearly marked biodegradable paper bags, which 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. More info. |
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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