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Holiday Open House and Santa Parade in downtown Boyne City Friday night
 Downtown Boyne City hosts its annual Holiday Open House and Santa Parade this Friday, Nov. 27.
OPEN HOUSE, 5 TO 9 P.M. - Businesses offer refreshments and shopping throughout the night.
LIVE NATIVITY SCENE, 4 TO 8 P.M. at Coldwell Banker Real Estate, 231 Water St.
TREE LIGHTING, 5 P.M. - Local Girl Scouts light the Community Christmas Tree and sing Christmas carols in Old City Park on Park Street. (Note: This is a location change from last year.)
SANTA PARADE, 6 P.M. - Parade participants line up on East Main Street between Park and Lake streets starting at 5:30. Santa and his sleigh follow the parade route from Lake Street to Water Street. Afterwards Santa, his reindeer and elves meet with children on the patio of Parkside Grill and Treats. Parade registration form.
HORSE-DRAWN HAYRIDES, 6:30 TO 9 P.M. in front of sponsor Re/Max Resort Properties office, 104 S. Lake Street.
SANTA VISITS - Wine Emporium 1 to 4 p.m., Thick 'N' Juicy/Kilwin's 5 to 6 p.m., Parkside Grill 6:30 to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO - Click here, call the Chamber at 231-582-6222, or Country Now & Then at 231-582-2355.
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A special Farmers Market today
The Boyne City Farmers Market has scheduled a special Wednesday market tfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Wednesday, Nov. 25th, the day before Thanksgiving. There will also be the regular Saturday market on Nov. 28. The market has some other promotions in the works as well:
> Poinsettia Fundraiser orders are now being taken. Proceeds go towards the Community Pavilion, our future permanent winter location. Choose either red, white or pink poinsettias - 6-inch pot $15, 7-inch $26, 8-inch $36. Pick up dates are Nov. 28, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. Place your order at the Market Booth.
> For Christmas and New Year's, there will be Wednesday markets on
Dec. 23 and 30, but no Saturday markets on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.
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 Eagles to host Community Thanksgiving 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.
> Everett's restaurant at Boyne Mountain Resort is offering a Thanksgiving Buffet. Reservations are recommended, call 231.549.6067.
> Friggy's SOBO Pub in Boyne City will be open Thanksgiving Day from 12 noon to 2 a.m. They will also be open Christmas Day.
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Start your Turkey Day with a Turkey Trot in Boyne City, Charlevoix
 BOYNE CITY KIWANIS Club will hold their 4th annual Turkey Trot 5K race and 1-mile fun run/walk at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 26. The race will begin and end at Veterans Park. Entry fee is $20 in advance or $25 on Nov. 16. Packet pick-up will be 2 to 6 p.m. today, 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 Boyne area food pantries. Race registration form to print.
CHARLEVOIX AREA HOSPITAL is also holding their 5th Annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. The 5K run/walk starts and ends at the hospital parking lot (14700 Lake Shore Drive). A route map is posted on their website at cah.org, where online registration is available. "Day-of-the-trot" registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with the walk/run starting at 8:30. Online registration ($15 for adults/$10 for children) guarantees you a colorful long-sleeved t-shirt. Children in strollers and pets on a leash are free. Each runner and walker is asked to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the local food pantry.
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Don't forget to shop local on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28
 The Boyne Area Chamber and the Boyne City Main Street Program are encouraging residents to shop local this holiday season and to participate in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 28. Chamber Executive Director Jim Baumann notes that "The Boyne Area is home to several hundred small businesses and when we shop local we are contributing to the success of our economy. Whether it is service-related or retail, this weekend is one of the busiest shopping times of the year and we are encouraging consumers to shop locally first." www.shopsmall.com
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Special offers for Friday Open House and/or Small Business Saturday
- 52 WEEKENDS will be serving holiday treats during Friday's open house and will be giving away a jingle bell bracelet with any purchase while supplies last. They will also be having a drawing in the store for a set of stemless wine glasses. On Small Business Saturday they will also be serving treats and will be giving away a gift with purchase.
- ALPINE CHOCOLAT HAUS is celebrating their fifth anniversary in Boyne City by having a 30% off in-store sale on both Black Friday and on December 5th.
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 BOYNE COOP TRUE VALUE is making it easy to "pick up some orange on Black Friday." They are offering 20% off Husqvarna products valued at $1,000 MSRP or less on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Husqvarna products are powerful, ergonomic and packed with innovation, so no matter what challenge you're up against, you're always ready. Quantities are limited. - CINDIFRANCO'S COOL STUFF - Friday Open House and Small Business Saturday Specials: $1.50 all cards, 30% off pillows, 20% off puzzles, BOGO knobs and taper candles, 40% off all Christmas décor. We are also offering Happy Hour on Wednesdays Dec. 2, 9, and 16th from 4 - 6 p.m. with complimentary libations and hourly sales.
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FIFTH THIRD BANK will have hot chocolate and cookies outside their office for the Holiday Open House on Friday.
- LOCAL FLAVOR BOOKSTORE & INTERNET CAFE - Small Business Saturday specials: a limited supply of Elf On The Shelf Activity Sets - 10% Off. 2016 Calendars will be 20% off. Coffee for the day is a new flavor, Dutch Almond Pastry. Special on the Dutch Almond Pastry coffee beans for the day -15% while supply lasts. Will be featuring our Pumpkin Lattes and Pumpkin Smoothies.
- MARY'S OF BOYNE - Sweet treats on Friday night, spend $25 or more and sign up for our drawing. Holiday sale is underway. Save 20% off all fall /winter fashions. Check out our many new lines and our always spectacular selection of Tribal Sportswear, Renuar and Keren Hart. Our jewelry and accessory departments are full of great gift ideas. We offer gift certificates and free gift wrapping. Sign our Wish Book for your Santa.
- PENINSULA BOUTIQUE - From 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, offering 20% off jewelry, dresses, sweaters and home accents. On Small Business Saturday, 15% off storewide.
- SMITTEN DESIGNS will have a cheese plate hors d'oeuvres during Friday's open house and 20% off all purchases excluding consignment items.
- THICK 'N' JUICY DINER will be featuring their new hand-pattied 1/3-pound burgers and their new Sweet Potato Fries on special for just $2 each on Friday during the Holiday Open House from 5 to 9 p.m. We, along will Kilwin's, will be hosting Santa for an hour from 5 to 6 p.m. before the parade. Santa will be handing out goodies courtesy of both Thick 'n' Juicy and Kilwin's.
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Record number of shoppers and bargains for Earlier Than The Bird
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Gary. Alison and Mazie Mellon all dressed in their pajamas for Earlier Than the Bird.
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Last Saturday's Earlier Than The Bird shopping event was a big success with most merchants reporting record customer traffic and sales. The event began at 7 a.m., but shoppers were seen lining up outside stores as early as 6:30. Boyne City Main Street and the Boyne Area Chamber organize the event and have always ordered 144 souvenir coffee mugs or shopping bags as giveaway items for shoppers who dress in their pajamas. But this year, the mugs ran out only 40 minutes into the four-hour promotion, so we took names and contact information for those who didn't get a mug, and nearly 70 people were on the list by 11 a.m. A second shipment of mugs has been ordered for those people.
Here are some comments from participating merchants:
Cindi Malin of CindiFranco's Cool Stuff - "This is our favorite morning of the year! Love feeding people our famous oatmeal so I know they have a good start to their day. We had triple the number of sales from last year. People were lined up outside the door, so opened at 6:45."
Mary Faculak of Mary's of Boyne - "Earlier Than the Bird was tremendous this year! Our first hour was rocking, and traffic was steady all morning and the rest of the day we had customers in the store without a break. At 7:15 a.m. on a Saturday in November, I stood on the corner and I was moved to tears, hearing the laughter ringing through the downtown from the many groups of people walking around in their pajamas. I feel so blessed, appreciative and fortunate to be a part of this community - the moment was Norman Rockwell and Currier & Eves all in one.
Jackie Wollenberg of the Boyne Arts Collective: "Our traffic was phenomenal compared to last year. Being on Water Street has helped our exposure and sales. We love our new spot and we are happy to be a part of the fun. We still had frequent visitors and sales after 11. People were pleasantly surprised at what we had to offer and our effectiveness in making the most of the small size of our gallery. My mom and I took a short break from our gallery and we hit as many stores as time would allow. We were impressed with the quality and quantity of refreshments offered to the early shoppers. Well done, Boyne!!
Lori Herrington of 52 Weekends: "We are impressed with Main Street and the Chamber - all of your events are very well planned and seem to work very well. Everyone that shopped seemed to be having a great time plus they were happy to find deals in their local stores. It was a very fun event."
Ivette Dixon of Smitten Designs: "It was wonderful - we had a line at the register from 7:30 till 10 a.m.
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Walkabout Sculpture Show announces David Leaver is photo contest winner
David Leaver has been named the winner of the Boyne City Walkabout Sculpture Contest. Leaver won with his photo entitled Draco Starry Night (pictured at right), which captured the Draco Viewer sculpture in the starlight. David will receive $100 and will be recognized at the June 2016 Artist Reception. The photo contest was open to amateur and professional photographers and kicked off in September. The committee received 31 photo entries, which were posted to Facebook. "We are pleased that so many photographers participated and posted amazing photos of our sculptures," said event organizer and local sculptor Martha Sulfridge. "This was an opportunity for us to encourage everyone to enjoy the sculptures and allow them to study the sculptures from a different, more thoughtful perspective." The Walkabout Sculpture Show opened in June, featuring eight sculptures of various sizes and media - life size to monument presentations, realistic to abstract, metal, clay, steel, iron and granite
> A NEW PHOTO CONTEST will kick off in January with a new twist. The photos submitted and posted to the Main Street Facebook page must be a selfie with the photographer's favorite sculpture.
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Boyne Thunder proceeds donated to Camp Quality and Challenge Mountain
Boyne Thunder and Boyne City Main Street representatives presented checks to two charities at Tuesday's Boyne City Commission meeting. "We are very honored today to present checks to Camp Quality in the amount of $56,625.28 and to Challenge Mountain in the amount of $10,300.42," said Bob Alger, Boyne Thunder Committee Chair. "We are proud to be able to support the great work that they do."
Pictured from left are Main Street Executive Director Lori Meeder, Camp Quality executive director Kristyn Balog, Bob Alger, and Challenge Mountain executive director Elizabeth Looze. Meeder told the City Commission that "Boyne Thunder 2015 was another resounding success. Total revenue and boater participation in 2015 was up 10% over prior year." Based on a survey of the 108 participants, there were many wonderful comments about the event - with the common theme being the welcoming nature of the people and the community. "I would like to acknowledge the dedicated volunteers who literally provide thousands of hours of work to pull off this extraordinary event," Meeder said. "I would also like to thank Bob Alger for his thoughtful and steady leadership of this event. He keeps all the pieces and parts of this moving forward in a flawless manner throughout the year and I am amazed by his dedication."
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Cafe Sante benefit supports Community Christmas Friday
 You can support the Boyne Area Community Christmas program by dining at Cafe Sante Friday, Nov. 27, with Under the Moon entertaining. The restaurant will donate 10% of food sales from 3 to 11 p.m., and additional monetary donations will also be accepted. The Community Christmas program is operating at the Boyne City Education Center on Pine Street from now through Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. The organization has been putting together baskets of food, clothing and toys for the past 60 years. Organizer Ruth Witenski hopes to provide Christmas presents for 1,000 people, including 650 children this year. New clothes and toys are preferred, but gently used items are accepted for ages newborn to 18. Toys for boys 7 to 17 are especially needed. Non-perishable, unwrapped food, new toys and games, books, clothing, blankets and checks may be dropped off at the Education Center.
> DONATIONS - Checks may be made payable to Boyne Area Community Christmas, c/o Treasurer Eleanor West, 915 Robinson St. #15, Boyne City 49712. For information call Witenski at 758-2787; needy families may call Nancy Hosmer at 582-7246.
> VOLUNTEERS will be needed for basket packing on Dec. 21-22.
> DROP-OFF SITE - Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors at 231 Water St. has been designated as an additional drop-off site for the Community Christmas drive. Items may be dropped off through Dec. 16.
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Santa will visit Boyne Library December 5th
Santa will be visiting the Community Room of the Boyne District Library on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10:30 to 1:30. Every child who visits with Santa will receive a free book. The Friends of the Library will also be holding their book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. that day.
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Boyne Bucks gift certificates - the perfect "shop local" Christmas gift or employee bonus
The Boyne Area Chamber is again offering the ideal "shop local" gift, Boyne Bucks, which can be redeemed at more than 40 Boyne Area Chamber-member businesses. Boyne Bucks are also a great way to give holiday bonuses to your employees. In fact, just this week the Chamber filled an order for a total of more than $5,000 in Boyne Bucks from one local employer. The participating businesses are listed on the back of all Boyne Bucks and on the Chamber website. This makes it easy to give a gift that will truly be appreciated, whether it is a dinner, a book, a sweater, a power tool or fresh produce from the Farmers Market. Boyne Bucks can be purchased from the Chamber office, 28 S. Lake Street, with cash, check or a credit/debit card in $10 and $20 denominations. We appreciate advance notice for large orders. Recent additions include these new businesses: 52 Weekends, Big E's Smoke Shack, Friggy's SOBO Pub, Fustini's, I Love Boyne City, Northern Table/Boyne Pub, Peninsula Boutique and Smitten Designs. All participating businesses.
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Help plan next year's SOBO Arts Festival; First meeting is Dec. 8
 The first planning meeting for the 7th Annual SOBO Arts Festival will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Boyne District Library. Organizers are looking for people interested in sitting on the committee and shaping the future of the SOBO Arts Festival, which will take place next June 24-25. Having input from a lot of people will help make the festival even bigger and better than ever. We have some new ideas but would welcome more. If you are interested in joining and want to learn more, contact Boyne City Main Street Executive Director Lori Meeder at 231.582.9009 or mainstreet@boynecity.com. Website: www.soboartsfestival.com
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3rd Annual Lighting of the Village of Walloon Lake is Friday
Businesses in the charming Village of Walloon Lake invite you to join them at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27th for their 3rd Annual Lighting of the Village. Tommy's will be featuring hot chocolate, activities for the kids, and Black Friday sales for the adults. Don't forget your gently used coats to receive $40 towards a new coat at Tommy's. Vogue Salon will be offering Black Friday sales from 3-6pm and $1-per-minute chair massages. Come enjoy the sales, twinkle lights and life-size Christmas Village on Walloon Lake.
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Record number of vendors for Dec. 5 Holiday Craft Show at BC High School
The Holiday Hobby Craft Show will again have a record number of arts and crafts vendors when it is held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Boyne City High School. More booth space has been added in the school Media Center. Admission is $2 for adults and no charge for students. Refreshments are also available for this 37th annual event that raises funds for the Boyne City Booster Foundation. Hourly drawings will be held for $20 Boyne Bucks giveaways. Click here for booth information or contact Contact Colleen Calo at 231.582-6156.
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Lexamar employees donate 5,400 pounds of food to pantry
The Good Neighbors Food Pantry extends a big "thank you" to Lexamar. Executive Director Susan Conklin said, "We are blown away by the generosity of Lexamar employees, who donated an amazing total of 5,400 pounds of food to Boyne City pantries - five truckloads. It took a team of volunteers to haul it, sort it, and shelve it. We are blessed by our community."
PIED PIPER SKATERY will donate half of the entry fees from this Friday's open skate to the Good Neighbors Food Pantry. Skating starts at 7 p.m. and the skatery closes at 10. They will also be accepting additional donations if you wish to donate more.
BOYNE CO-OP TRUE VALUE is also helping the Good Neighbors Food Pantry. In the photo at left, Les Hardy of Boyne Co-op presents a $500 check to food pantry board member Jim Rhadigan. The Co-op thanks their Buck Pole sponsors and entrants who made this possible. This was the fifth year for this event, which donates a portion of the proceeds to a local charity every year.
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Porter Creek Fish House to host Business After Hours on Thursday, Dec. 17
Porter Creek Fish House will host the Chamber's Business After Hours networking event at Sommerset Pointe from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. Charlevoix State Bank is co-sponsoring the event. There is no charge for admission or refreshments. The public is welcome to attend. Here are dates and locations for future Business After Hours:
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KorthaseFlinn offers tips for preventing ice dams
Ice dams are typically caused by uneven heat loss from your home in wintry conditions such as snow, heat melting the snow, and cold temperatures re-freezing melted snow. The heat is typically caused by inadequate attic insulation or from warm air seeping into the attic from living spaces below. This causes the roof to warm above freezing temperature, which allows snow to melt and then re-freeze before it reaches the roof's edge. If this cycle repeats consistently, an ice dam forms and water collects behind it. As the water pools, it backs up under your roofing material and can cause expensive water damage. Click here for tips from KorthaseFlinn Insurance for preventing ice dams.
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Hospice of NW Michigan advances as a We Honor Veterans Partner
 It is with great honor that Hospice of Northwest Michigan announces their transition from a We Honor Veterans Partner Level 2 to a Level 3. It has been a rewarding journey meeting each new commitment and completing the specific activities that increase our ability to serve veterans. Our first began in 2011. This most recent step to Level 3 allowed us to develop and strengthen relationships with VA medical centers and other veteran organizations. We are actively striving now for our Level 4 partnership that will increase access and improve quality of care for all Veterans in our community. As a We Honor Veterans hospice provider, Hospice of Northwest Michigan is providing specialized care to veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness. Hospice of Northwest Michigan is a 501(c)3 non-profit, community based hospice, serving Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego Counties. Call (800) 551-4140 toll-free for more information on hospice services, or to learn more about how you can help us support our local veterans.
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Health Department's Home Care and Aging division honored
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Tina Lamont, Director of Home Care and Aging Services, shows Patient Satisfaction Award
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Based on its overall patient satisfaction results for 2014, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan has been named a national best-practice agency by Fazzi Associates. Specifically, the Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction was presented to the Health Department's division of Home Care and Aging services. Gina L. Mazza, partner at Fazzi Associates, said the Health Department should be incredibly proud of such a significant accomplishment. An analysis of home health care agencies placed the Health Department's Home Care and Aging division in the top 25% for patient satisfaction. Tina Lamont, Director of Home Care and Aging Services at the Health Department, credits the award to the division's dedicated, caring, and experienced staff. For more information about Home Care and Aging services, call (800) 551-4140 or visit www.nwhealth.org.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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 Northern Table can host your holiday party; Thursday Date Night special announced
Northern Table restaurant, located at 220 S. Lake Street in Boyne City, is available for holiday parties. They have various rooms available for parties ranging from 20 to 100 guests. Call Mark Warner at 231-459-4487 for details. Continuing through the winter months, Northern Table is excited to announce Thursday Night Date Night. Purchase one entree and get one of equal or lesser value free. Pair your entrees with a delicious appetizer and a bottle of wine to make for a great night out. Upstairs, the Boyne Pub continues to offer $5 wood-fired 8-inch pizzas on Sundays.
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 Have breakfast or dinner with Santa
Join Santa at Porter Creek Fish House on Saturday, Nov. 28 from 10 am-1 pm for a Breakfast Buffet and Milk and Cookie Bar. $10 adults, $5 kids. Reservations 231-592-7080. Porter Creek Fish House, 00970 Marina Drive, Boyne City. Dinner with Santa will be at The Bistro at Charlevoix Country Club on Thursday, Dec. 10 from 5-8pm for a Dinner Buffet and Cookie decorating. $15 adults, kids 12 and under free. Reservations 231-547-9796. The Bistro at Charlevoix Country Club, 9600 Clubhouse Drive, Charlevoix.
HOLIDAY PARTY TIME - Looking to create a wonderful Holiday Party for your staff or volunteers? The Bistro at Charlevoix Country Club and Porter Creek Fish House at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club can customize our venues and menus to do just that. For help with planning your party, contact Michelle LaVere Grunch; The Bistro 231-547-9796, or Jenna Koeller; Porter Creek Fish House 231-373-2617.
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Lights of Love ceremony is December 2nd
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. 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.
LIGHTS OF LOVE MARGARITA - Red Mesa Grill invites you to join them Saturday, Nov. 28 as they mix up a great margarita for a great cause. The Lights of Love Margarita includes Cherry Steeped Tequila, Michigan Cherry Liqueur and Fresh Squeezed Sour Mix served on "Lights of Love" rocks. $1 from every LOL Margarita sold will benefit the Hospice of Northwest Michigan.
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Judy Kuheana Breakfast will benefit food pantries on Dec. 5th
 On Saturday, Dec. 5, The Red Mesa Grill in Boyne City will host its 19th annual Judy Kuheana Benefit Breakfast. The all-you-can eat Latin American breakfast buffet will be served from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Judy was a founder of the 7th Day Adventist Food Pantry. She passed away in October of 1996. The Red Mesa Grill, with the help of Judy's brother, Jerry Kelts, has held this benefit breakfast on the first Saturday of December since it opened in 1997, raising well over $25,000 to benefit Boyne area charities. This year the proceeds will benefit Boyne area food pantries through the Manna Food Project. Cost for the breakfast is $10 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under. Menu items include green chili corn cakes with poached egg and hollandaise, chorizo gravy and biscuits, waffles, sausage, bacon, omelet table with eggs to order featuring fresh chimmichuris.
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Yoga studio plans two workshops
Balanced living yoga and fusion studio has some exciting programs planned:
> Yoga Nidra Workshop - 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. Details.
> Chakra Workshop led by Beccy Stevenson and Miranda Peek - 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. Details.
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 Super Bowl raffle is just 10 days away
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)HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE at the Charlevoix Area Humane Society is planned for 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. Santa will be there so bring your pets and get their picture taken with Santa Claus. There will be refreshments so please join the staff and volunteers for fun and friendship," said Executive Director Scott MacKenzie.
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Santa's Train Wonderland at the Castle Dec. 5-6
As the snow blows in, Castle Farms is transformed into a train wonderland. Visit the Castle Dec. 5 & 6 between 10 am-3 pm for family holiday fun. Unlimited access to model and interactive train displays, including the Polar Express and riding trains for toddlers under 40 pounds. Photo booth, face painting, snacks, special Santa appearances. $5 per person (ages 2 & up). V.I.P. Santa Pass: spend time with Santa in an exclusive visit, plus story time, cookie craft, and gift. $20 per child (ages 2 & up) includes Train Wonderland admission. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66, Charlevoix. (231) 237-0884.
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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PRAYER will be explored at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Nov. 29, at 6:30 p.m. The program - titled "Prayer: Could a Conversation With God Change Your Life? - features a filmed interview with former PGA golf pro Wally Armstrong, who found an unusual way to make his prayers more meaningful. Armstrong, who is also the author of "The Mulligan: A Parable of Second Chances," says, "There's a new level. I was a believer in prayer, but I found there's a big difference between believing something is true, and experiencing something is real." 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
Nov. 25 (Wed.) - 'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving Party, The Pistil Whips, 7-10 p.m.
Dec. 1 - Nathan Bates
Dec. 8 - c2
Dec. 15 - Kellerville
Dec. 22 - Soul Patch
Dec. 29 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Mondays, 6-9 p.m. $5 pizza night. Nathan Bates through Dec. 14. Dec. 21 - Winter Solstice Party and Boyne Free Clinic Benefit with the Shifties 4-piece band.
> Wednesday Nov. 25th, 7-10 p.m. - The Shifties. Dec. 16 Nathan Bates plays 6-9 p.m., Prostart Benefit for culinary arts students
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m.: All-you-can-eat mussels special. Dec. 3rd - E-Minor, 10th - Younce Guitar Duo, 17th - Jake Allen, 31st - The Shifties New Year's Eve Party from 8-12, 31st - The Shifties.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m. Nov. 27th - Under the Moon (Boyne Area Christmas Basket Benefit). Dec. 4th - Pistil Whips, 11th - Chris Koury, 18th - Michelle Chenard
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m. Nov. 28th - Chris Calleja. Dec. 5th - Chris Calleja, 12th - Ben Overbeek, 19th - Sean Bielby, 26th - Under the Moon
> Billy Strings and Don Julin on Dec. 26
> Willy Porter on Jan. 23
> Carla Cook (daughter of Sam Cook, singing Dad's songs) on Feb. 13
> Patty Larkin on March 14.
> Steve Poltz tba in April.
> Chris Smither on May 9.
Everett's restaurant offers a Thanksgiving buffet. Reservations are recommended, call 231.549.6067.
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.:
Dec. 5th - Less than Ordinary w/ Special Guest Jackson White, 8pm-12am
Dec. 19th - TNT, 9 pm-12 am
Dec. 31st - NEW YEARS EVE with The Jelly Rolls, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Jan. 2 - Yankee Station, 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.
PIED PIPER SKATERY - Roller skating Wednesdays through Sundays. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake. Upcoming special events:
> Pied Piper will donate half of the entry fees from this Friday's open skate to the Good Neighbors Food Pantry.
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS - One of the most valuable tools the Chamber utilizes to promote local businesses is our Visitors Guide & Business Directory. This quality annual magazine is a benefit of Chamber membership and is used to expose your business to thousands of potential customers. Our Guide has a full year of circulation, with 20,000 copies distributed from the Chamber office, at numerous regional businesses and at MDOT Welcome Centers state-wide. Our publication includes a buyer's guide that lists all Chamber members organized by business category. Char Shaltz, account manager for Harbor House, will contact you within the next few weeks to discuss options for promoting your business in the 2016/17 Visitors Guide & Business Directory. Char can be reached at (231) 582-2814 or visit harborhouse.com/boyne.htm.
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"BC" WINDOW STICKERS and "Boyne City" license plates are available at 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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