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from Broker/Owners
Gary Deters and Jeff Wellman!
Most importantly, we thank our clients and customers for their overwhelming support. They provided the avenue for us to achieve success. Details.
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 The wait is over:
Construction to begin next week on BC-Charlevoix non-motorized trail
From the Petoskey News-Review: After multiple lengthy delays, construction on a recreational non-motorized trail between Boyne City and Charlevoix will begin next week. Boyne City city manager Michael Cain said the start date of the first phase of the project is Thursday, March 3 and is scheduled for completion by the end of July. The first phase of the trail is 3.2 miles from the Boyne City limits through Young State Park and about one mile beyond, ending at Sumner Road. The second of five phases to be constructed will run 3.3 miles, originating from the Little Traverse Wheelway in Charlevoix. The third phase will be from Sumner Road through Horton Bay and will be 2.9 miles long. Full story.
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EARLY DEADLINE - Chamber director/newsletter editor Jim Baumann is vacationing next week, so there is an early deadline of 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 2nd, for next Thursday's (March 3rd) newsletter. Send your news to jim@boynechamber.com.
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Irish Heritage Week includes music, dance, food, history March 13-20
 Boyne City's 9th annual Irish Heritage Week returns March 10-17 to celebrate the community's history, which began when Irish immigrants John and Harriet Miller settled here in 1856. Complete details are www.boyneheritagefestival.com. Here is a quick overview:
> Sunday, March 13 - Irish Singalong Session, John Richey and Friends, Boyne District Library, 1 to 3 p.m.
> Monday, March 14 - Learn to Speak Irish for St. Patrick's Day, Becky Kuebler, Boyne District Library, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
> Tuesday, March 15 - Showing of the movie "Michael Collins," Boyne District Library, 6:30 p.m.
> Wednesday, March 16 - Irish History Lecture/Discussion, "The Easter Rising 1916: Its Meaning Then and Now," Dr. George Colburn, City Hall auditorium, 6:30 p.m.
> Thursday, March 17 - St. Patrick's Day - Business After Hours, Chamber networking event hosted by Lynda's Real Estate Service, 27 S. Lake St. Co-sponsored by Family Fare Supermarket. Complimentary admission, hors d'oeuvres and refreshments, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
+ Cafe Santé St. Patrick's Day Celebration features Grand Rapids Irish folk fusion band The Saltbound, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Also house-made corned beef Irish dinner, green beads, $3 Irish shots and logo glasses with Irish beer pints all day.
> Friday, March 18 - Irish Heritage Dinner featuring a traditional Irish feast and live Irish music at the Boyne City Eagles Hall, 101 River St. $17 for adults and $7 for children ages 6 through 12. Get your tickets online, at the Chamber or Country Now & Then/Up the Lazy River.
> Saturday, March 19 - Irish Step Dance Workshop, Boyne City Education Center (former Middle School) Culinary Arts Classroom, entrance on Main Street. 9 to 10 a.m.
+ Irish Story Time - Fairy tales and myths, Boyne District Library, 10 to 11 a.m.
+ Soda Bread Contest judging - Boyne City Bakery (former Johan's location), 11 a.m. Check back for entry form and rules.
+ Irish High Tea - Local Flavor Bookstore, 125 Water St., 2 to 4 p.m.
+ Tastes of Spring - "Think Green" with the Boyne City Farmers Market in the Red Barn next to the Boyne District Library, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
> Sunday, March 20 - Celtic Music Session. Join hostess Gaeyle Gerrie and other local musicians from 1 to 3 p.m. as they gather to play Irish music at the Boyne District Library.
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BC Lanes hosts "Last River Draw" fund-raising event Saturday
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MI News 26 interviewed Martha Sulfridge, Lori Meeder and Robin Lee Berry about the sculpture project. Watch video.
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Don't forget The Last River Draw Fundraiser this Saturday, Feb. 27, at BC Lanes. Bring the family and your friends to enjoy pizza and bowling from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m and BC Lanes will donate a portion of their revenue to the logger sculpture crowdfunding campaign. The Boyne City Main Street campaign is almost halfway to its goal of raising $25,000. If we do that by April 7 we will get a matching grant for $25,000 from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
On March 23, Friggy's SOBO Pub will host an Adult Spelling Bee featuring teams of two from many of our local organizations. Registration is $25/team with 100% of the proceeds going to the logger sculpture. Friggy's will also feature Logger inspired pasties (chicken, vegetable and beef) with a portion of the proceeds going to the project.
The Boyne City Main Street initiative will create a life-size bronze sculpture of a logger placed on a log floating in the Boyne River pulling a log with a pike pole used in the early lumbering era.
> For project details and to donate, visit: www.Patronicity.com/LastRiverDraw or contact mainstreet@boynecity.com or 231.582.9009.
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 Wine Wednesday: 9 tastings on March 2nd
Boyne Appétit! Boyne City's third Wine Wednesday will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. March 2nd. This event will continue on the first Wednesday of each month. Wine tastings and appetizers will be offered at nine locations:
> Cafe Santé - 2014 M. Chapoutier "Belleruche" Rose (Cotes du Rhone, France) with Manchego cheese & apple; and 2001 Faustino I Grand Reserva (Rioja, Spain) with duck rillettes.
> Lake Street Market - Will feature two new wine finds and a selection of artisanal cheeses.
> Northern Table - In addition to a complimentary cheese plate and a wine tasting, we will offer these $5 appetizers: Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce, Shrimp Cocktail with Chimichurry Sauce, Goat Cheese Crostini with a grilled vegetable relish. Also 30% off bottles of wine in house and to go.
> Porter Creek Fish House - Will feature Michigan wines, Black Star Farms Red House Red And Grand Traverse Pinot Grigio.
> Red Mesa Grill - A Chilean Merlot paired with a guajillo chicken vegetable fettucine.
> Boyne Country Provisions/Wine Emporium
> Boyne Pub
> Boyne River Inn
> Friggy's SOBO Pub
We invite you to visit and like the Boyne Appetit! Facebook Page to keep up with this and other foodie news from the Boyne Area. Boyne Appétit! and Wine Wednesday are sponsored by Boyne City Main Street and the Boyne Area Chamber.
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Boyne Appétit! is putting together a series of public food/wine/beer events between May 1 and October 31. This is tentatively being called the "2016 Boyne Appétit! Food Series" and will be promoted to the press, on the Boyne Appétit! website, and with flyers throughout the community. This list will include such events as the Food Truck Rally, the Rotary Chicken Barbecue, the Boyne Falls Polish Festival, etc.
If your organization/church/civic group is putting on a food-related event this coming season, email the details to Cindy Janssens at cynthia2248@msn.com. It is OK is there is a fund-raising component, however, personal fundraisers will not be included nor will weekly restaurant promotions.
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Lynda's and Family Fare host March 17 Business After Hours
 You can celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Chamber's next Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 17. The monthly event is hosted by Lynda's Real Estate Service at 27 S. Lake St., and will be cosponsored by Family Fare Supermarket. The event includes a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, food, drink, and business networking. There is no charge for admission or hors d'oeuvres.
> NEXT - Business After Hours will be held Thursday, April 28, at Lynda's Real Estate Service, 27 S. Lake St., co-sponsored by Family Fare.
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March 24th Chamber seminar: 60 ways to grow your email list
Having an interested and qualified list of contacts is vital to every business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. In this free workshop at the Boyne District Library on March 24, we will show you 60 easy ways to immediately grow your contact list. The East Jordan Chamber is joining us as a cosponsor of this event. We will cover: * Why someone should join your contact list and what's in it for them. * How to ask people to join your list "face-to-face." * How to use social media to grow your list. * And much more. Presenter for this seminar is Kim Schott, a social media expert who has been featured at several popular Boyne Chamber seminars in the past. Check-in and networking begins at 8 a.m. at the Boyne District Library Community Room, and the seminar will run from 8:15 to 9:30. Coffee and pastries will be served. Admission is free for members of any Northern Michigan chamber and $10 for non-members. Registration is required - click here to sign up.
> 29 Reasons to Use Email Marketing (As Told by Small Business Owners) - Read story. |
Lowest city facilities bid just under $7 million bond cap
 From the Petoskey News-Review: When Boyne City officials opened bids for the city's upcoming facilities building project earlier this month, the low bid came in at $6.89 million. The amount is just $100,000 less than the $7 million maximum borrowing amount voters approved in a millage election last May. At Tuesday's city commission meeting, city manager Michael Cain said in all the city received six bids for the work. The low bidder was Hallmark Construction from Traverse City - the same firm that recently completed the city's new department of public works building at the city's North Boyne Property. That project was paid for with money the city had saved up over a number of years. Full story.
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Project Connect set for March 9 at Odawa
Project Connect will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, at the Odawa Casino in Petoskey. Project Connect is a day of service for those in need in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. If you or someone you know is struggling with financial problems, housing issues, employment challenges or health concerns, they are invited to attend this day of free services. This event will connect individuals with a range of health and human services provided by over 60 local non-profit agencies and businesses. A small hot snack provided by the Manna Food Project will be prepared and served with the help of students from the Boyne City and Petoskey High School Culinary Arts programs. Project Connect is a project of the Charlevoix-Emmet Human Services Coordinating Body. More information at www.ProjectConnect231.com.
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Community awareness: A lecture on active shooter events
North Central Michigan College will present a lecture on community awareness in the face of active shooter events. Dr. Mike Clumpner, a 25-year veteran of public safety and president and CEO of Threat Suppression Inc., will speak on Thursday, March 3 at 7 p.m. in North Central's Iron Horse Café (cafeteria) in the Student and Community Resource Center gymnasium on the Petoskey campus. This lecture is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Active shooter events can happen anywhere - even here. Learn how to protect yourself, your kids and community at this program on civilian personal safety and how to prevent dangerous encounters using awareness and recognition. Dr. Clumpner is the co-chair of the North Carolina Active Shooter/Active Assailant Work Group and he has his doctoral degree in homeland security leadership and policy.
Admission is free, but tickets are required. Tickets are available in Petoskey at the North Central Michigan College Welcome Desk in the main administrative building, in the College Library and College Store. Info: 231-439-6225.
> Clumpner will also be leading a workshop on joint public safety response to active shooter events on March 3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at North Central. This workshop is for active public safety members, city/county officials and public/private school administrators. For information about this workshop click here or email Shawn at marketing@ncmich.edu.
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| The award winners, from left:
Keisha Veryser, Gary Deters, Tara Belford (back),
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 RE/MAX Resort Properties office and agents receive state awards
RE/MAX of Michigan recently recognized RE/MAX Resort Properties in Boyne City and its sales associates for another year of industry-leading real estate sales. Awards were given in February at the RE/MAX of Michigan Conference & Awards Gala at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and JW Marriott in Grand Rapids. The following office and individual awards were made:
Gary Deters, Broker/Owner, 100% Club; Jeff Wellman, Broker/Owner, 100% Club; Beth Flynn, Sales Associate, Executive Club; Monica Ross, Sales Associate, Executive Club; Keisha Veryser, Office Manager, Office Administrator of the Year; RE/MAX Resort Properties, Photo Collage Contest winner.
"Congratulations to our team at RE/MAX Resort Properties," said broker/owners Gary Deters and Jeff Wellman. "As a growing office, more of our agents were recognized for their ability to help families attain their housing goals for 2015. We are also proud that our Office Manager, Keisha Veryser, won the distinguished "Office Administrator of the Year" award. She competed against all other RE/MAX offices for the entire state of Michigan. Keisha's efforts streamlined our business making us more efficient, near paperless, and equipped us to work online from anywhere. Most importantly, we thank our clients and customers for their overwhelming support. They provided the avenue for us to achieve success in the real estate industry."
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Gazette wins awards for government, business, sports, opinion
 The Boyne City Gazette was awarded seven honors in the 2015 Michigan Press Association (MPA) Better Newspaper Contest for its reporting on local sports, government, business and even opinion writing. "I find myself far more proud of the comments from the judges than the actual awards themselves," said Gazette Publisher Chris Faulknor. "Our news stories received consistent comments on the fact that our news stories are well researched." He added, "This is yet another affirmation that The Boyne City Gazette is committed to going the extra mile and providing our readers with all of the facts, rather than a brief rundown when we report on the issues that have an impact on them and their lives." Full story.
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Receiving the award in Atlanta were Kathy Jacobsen, at right, Director of Community Health Education for the hospital and one of the school nurses, Chris Signs-Warstler, RN.
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Munson Charlevoix wins national Charitable Services Award
The Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital School Nurses Program was among 10 programs from across the country named a Program of Excellence by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. The multifaceted School Nurses Program was created by Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital and serves community residents who experience the greatest disparities in health status and access by providing four registered nurses in nine local school systems - where previously there were none - at no cost to the schools. At a banquet that was the culmination of the National Hospital Charitable Services Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, each winning program was presented with a generous $10,000 investment toward their growth.
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Veterans Assistance Fair coming to college on March 7
Congressman Dan Benishek will host a Veterans Assistance Fair at North Central Michigan College on Monday, March 7 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Iron Horse Café (cafeteria) on the Petoskey campus. Experts will be available to help veterans obtain access to information on benefits, disability claims, fee basis/choice card, eligibility for health care, employment and housing. Vietnam Vets will also receive 50th anniversary pins. All veterans who served 1955-1975 regardless of duty location will also receive pins. All area veterans and their families are welcome. For more information, contact Luke Londo at 231-421-5599 or Melissa Colby, North Central's Veteran Resource Representative, at 231-348-6820.
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Boyne City Main Street seeks to hire part-time Administrative Assistant
The Boyne City Main Street Program, whose mission is to create a vibrant downtown district, promote businesses, and encourage economic growth, is seeking a strong candidate to fill a part-time Administrative Assistant position. Duties include assisting with Main Street programs and projects, promotional events, volunteer management, marketing and social media efforts. Duties also include overall operation of the Farmers Market including market set-up, vendor correspondence, vendor fees collection, oversight and reporting of food assistance programs, fundraising and general market promotion, and other duties as assigned. The year-round, hourly position is approximately 25-29 hours per week.
> For a full job description go to www.boynecitymainstreet.com. Submit letter of interest, resume, and three references to Boyne City Main Street Program, c/o Lori Meeder, 112 South Park St., Boyne City, MI 49712, or email: mainstreet@boynecity.com. Deadline to apply is March 15, 2016.
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Healthy living tips: Home care for cold and flu
Many people visit the doctor even when they do not need a doctor's expertise to diagnose and treat their symptoms. The next time you or someone in your family has a cold or experience flu-like symptoms (such as a sore throat, runny nose, cough, dizziness, fever or muscle aches), it may be wise to try some home remedies before making that expensive visit to the doctor. Here are some tips courtesy of KorthasFlinn Insurance and Financial Services, including home remedies, healthy hints and when to call the doctor.
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Stop in and say hello at the Chamber office
These smiling faces will greet you if you stop into the Boyne Area Chamber office these days. They are Pam Chipman, at left, and Missy Jollette. Both have previously worked at the Chamber, so we were lucky that they were available and willing to step in when we needed them. Pam, who is the long-time chairman of the Mushroom Festival, is working Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Missy is working Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Stop and say hi!
Chamber continues search for executive director
Chamber Executive Director Jim Baumann has been working with the Chamber board for the last several months on a succession plan for his retirement, which will take effect in November. The Chamber Board will start interviewing for the new director in March. Hiring someone this spring would allow the new person to work with Baumann during a transition period. The new director will then be involved in hiring a new Associate Director. Click here for a job description and further details.
> For further information, contact Baumann at 231-675-8793.
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Put your message right at the top
Would you like to get your business message read by more than 900 people for $50? If so, you might consider running a display ad with a link to your website at the very top of the Chamber/Main Street newsletter that you are now reading. The RE/MAX Resort Properties ad at the top of today's newsletter is an example of the ad size. Previous advertisers have included The Spa at Boyne Mountain, Forty Acres Tavern at Boyne Mountain, Porter Creek Fish House, North Central Michigan College, Pointe Health Club and Camp Quality. We will also promote you to our 4,000 Facebook followers. Reserve your space now - several dates are open in February, March and April. From May 1 through Sept. 16, only three dates are available. Email jim@boynechamber.com.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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High school students present "Footloose" March 11-12 ,18-19
 The Boyne City High School Drama Program presents a cast of 75 students in the musical "Footloose" at 7 p.m. March 11-12 and 18-19 at the Performing Arts Center. Footloose is the story of a city teenager who moves to a small town where rock music and dancing have been banned, and his rebellious spirit shakes up the populace. Tickets are $10 and $15 and available online - go to Tix.com and search Boyne City or 49712. If you would rather pay cash, tickets are also available from Marty Moody at Lynda's Real Estate and at the door beginning one hour before each night's show time if the show is not sold out.
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Lizards, dogs and dolls featured in kids' programs at Boyne District Library
> Monday, February 29th, The Boyne District Library will be celebrating Leap Day with a "Leapin' Lizards! Leap Day" event celebrating all things slimy and scaly. Come listen to stories, do a craft project, and even hang out with some slimy and scaly creatures from Raven Hill Discovery Center. The fun starts at 6 p.m. in the Boyne District Library Community Room. All ages welcome; no registration required.
> The Boyne District Library celebrates March is Reading Month with some "Doggone Good Readers." Kids are invited to come and read to a furry friend on Tuesday afternoons in March from 4-5 p.m. Dogs "Sky" and "Qatar" will be on hand to snuggle and listen to stories for 15-minute sessions. Registration is required, and can be done online at www.boynelibrary.org/children/ or by calling the library at (231) 582-7861.
> Registration is now open for the library's "Dolly and Me Under the Sea" Tea. On Saturday, March 12th, from 2-3:30 p.m. kids ages 5 and up are invited to come to the library with their favorite doll for stories, tea party games and activities, and treats. Register online at www.boynelibrary.org/children/ or by calling the library at (231) 582-7861.
> Questions about any of these events can be directed to the Boyne District Library's Youth Services Director, Helene Ivie: ivieh@boynelibrary.org or (231) 582-7861.
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Boyne Mountain's Kids' Festival Weekend is March 11-13
 Boyne Mountain Resort is rolling out the red carpet for kids with an action-packed weekend full of entertainment, activities, games, and fun. Kids' Festival Weekend is March 11-13 and is geared towards kids of every age offering a variety of activities on- and off-the-slopes. From new activities like Cookies & Canvas on Saturday, where your child will create a piece of canvas art while enjoying cookies, to the Kids Tubing Party with music and a bonfire, we'll have your kids bouncing and bubbling with joy.
The weekend begins with a kick-off party on Friday from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the lobby of the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa featuring face painting, juggling, a magician, snacks and drinks. The evening also includes a Spaghetti Dinner with Fritz, the resort's mascot, in Stein Eriksen's, and a host of complimentary activities including horse-drawn wagon rides, board games, story time, a family movie, and a bonfire and s'mores. Full weekend schedule.
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Reserve your table for Paint the Town Red by March 15
 Boyne City Booster Foundation's gala event, Paint the Town Red, has been scheduled for Saturday, April 16, at Boyne Mountain Resort. "Your support is vital to the success of our school programs," said Booster President David Hautz. Proceeds from this community event will provide funding for programs and activities in the Arts, Athletics, and Academics for the students of BCPS. Every year the BCBF receives more requests than the year before. Last year the foundation was able to grant over $47,000 in requests. The Boosters are again offering the incentive of "Reserved" tables to parties of 10. All 10 tickets must be purchased at the same time, and no later than March 15th in order to guarantee you a reserved table. Pain the Town Red starts with appetizer stations and cash bar, silent and live auctions from 6 to 8:30 p.m. From 8 p.m. to midnight, you can dance to the sounds of "The Cookies," Michigan's hottest new Motown/dance group.
> Tickets are $50 per person, available at the high school office and at Mark Patrick State Farm Insurance, 219 S. Lake Street, phone (231) 582- 6829.
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Tommy's to Barrel Back 5K Fun Run/Walk is March 19
 Tommy's Michigan and Barrel Back are excited to announce that they are hosting a Tommy's to Barrel Back 5K Fun Run/Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 19th. All proceeds will benefit Beyond The Scoreboard, a local non-profit dedicated to promoting positive character and sportsmanship through youth and interscholastic athletics. This is a great cause and we are excited to be a part of it. We will leave Tommy's at 9 a.m. and return to Barrel Back, where there will be food specials, drink specials and drawings all morning. Enter at barrel-back.com/funrun.
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Kayak raffle to benefit Camp Daggett Adventure Center
 Camp Daggett will raffle off a Venture Isley 14 kayak as a fundraiser for its Adventure Center. The Outfitter of Harbor Springs donated the kayak, valued at $1,300, as part of the Kayak for a Cause on Walloon Lake, coming July 16-17. Proceeds from the raffle will support programs and scholarships for students at the Adventure Center. The Venture Islay is the next wave of small touring kayaks. It features a long waterline for speed and tracking. Solid stability gives beginning paddlers plenty of confidence and a roomy cockpit makes for a comfortable all-day seating. It is 14 feet long, 2 feet wide, weighs 56 pounds and has weight capacity of 285 pounds. Raffle tickets are $10 or 3 for $25. There are a total of 400 tickets for sale. Raffle will take place on April 26, raffle No. R34747. Winner will be contacted the next day if not present at the drawing. Persons interested in purchasing raffle tickets should contact Grace Ketchum at 231-347-9742 ext 18 or grace.ketchum@campdaggett.org.
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Jordan Valley Outfitters offers winter rafting trips
Reprinted from MyNorth.com: During the winter, many people trade in their paddles for skis. Not everyone, though. Jordan Valley Outfitters in East Jordan offers guided winter rafting trips December through March along the scenic Jordan River.
The local eco-tour business has been offering the tours since 1999. The current owners, Dan and Melanie Bennett, purchased the business last summer after previously working as guides and are continuing the winter adventures.
"While you're on the river it feels like you're in a snow globe," Dan says. "Our Jordan is very scenic. In the winter, it's nice to slow down and enjoy the ride. Also, there's more of a current in the winter, so we're not making as much paddling noise, and we see a lot more wildlife." Paddling experience isn't necessary since each tour is led by a guide who controls the raft. Full story.
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Library film series continues
The Friends of the Boyne District Library are presenting a free movie series on Fridays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Admission is free, and snacks will be available for a donation. Here is the schedule:
- February 26th: The Up Side of Anger (R) 2005
- March 11th: Koyla (PG-13) 1997 (subtitled)
- March 25th: Flash of Genius (PG-13) 2008. Details on all of the films.
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Home Show set for March 11-12, preview party March 10
Registration for the Northern Michigan Regional Home Show is open. This annual event features more than 100 display booths, and is the official home show for the building industry in Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet and Otsego Counties. The event draws hundreds of attendees from across the state. Any business that is involved in the building or housing industry is encouraged to participate. This year's show will be March 11 and 12 and will again be hosted by North Central Michigan College in Petoskey. Register at www.HBAnorthernmichigan.org or call the HBA at 231-348-9770.
> The Preview Party will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 10. Special guest will be Michigan State Senator Wayne Schmidt. Enjoy catered hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and silent auction. Entry is $15 per person. RSVP to info@hbanorthernmichigan.org by Tuesday March 1st. This event sponsored in part by Hastings Mutual Insurance and DTE Energy.
> Do you need more staff on your crew? Would you like them to already have some training and a quality work ethic before they step on your job site? Greater Michigan Construction Academy of Northern Michigan could be your answer. Join Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan members as we get a tour of this new Skilled Trades School and find out how it can lead to eliminating your staffing headaches. Tuesday, March 1st starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Greater Michigan Construction Academy, 20902 Washington St., Onaway. $5 for HBA members, $10 for guests or not yet members. RSVP by Feb. 29 to info@HBAnorthernmichigan.org.
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Easter egg hunt at Boyne Mountain
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EASTER EGG HUNTS
> MARCH 19 at Veterans Park in Boyne City, sponsored by the 1st Presbyterian Church at 1 p.m.
> MARCH 27 at Boyne Mountain, 12 noon.
> Young State Park egg hunt will be announced next week.
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Indoor Farmers Market continues on Saturdays at Library Red Barn
 The Boyne City Farmers Market indoor winter market continues its regular Saturday morning weekly schedule. The market is held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Red Barn next to the Boyne District Library in the 200 block of South Park Street. Website: www.boynecityfarmersmarket.org.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
RED MESA GRILL, 6-9 p.m. "Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features, live music:
March 1 - Charles Madison
March 8 - Kellerville
March 15 - Awesome Distraction
March 22 - Shady Hill
March 29 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Mondays, 6-9 p.m. $5 pizza night. Nathan Bates.
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m.: All-you-can-eat mussels special. March 3rd - Chris Calleja, 10th - Sean Bielby, 24th - Brett Mitchell, 31st - The Pistil Whips.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: Feb. 26th - Brett Mitchell. March 4th - Kellerville, 11th - Under the Moon, 25th - Honesty Duo.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: Feb. 27th - Katie Lewis. March 5th - Jess Polus, 12th - Ben Overbeek, 26th - Michelle Chenard.
> St. Patrick's Day Weekend Party:
Thursday, March 17, 5:30-9:30 - The Saltbound
Friday 8-11 - Old Mission Collective
Saturday 8-11 - The Shifties 4 piece band
Wednesdays - Ballroom dancing with DJ Captain Dan Farrow, 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 3, RealEyez, 8:30 - 11 p.m.
> Performer tba for April 16
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Sunday, March 6 and 20. Everyone is welcome to play or listen at this free celebration of Irish and Celtic music at the Boyne District Library. Celtic Sessions continue on the first and third Sundays of the month.
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.
PIED PIPER SKATERY - Roller skating Wednesdays through Sundays. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake. Special events:
> 80's Night - Saturday, Feb. 27 from 7-10 p.m. Dress like the 80's and get $2 off your entry.
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Communications & Marketing Coordinator in Boyne City, MI. Picture yourself in an environment where your proven track record for being a solution provider, a multi-tasker, a Microsoft Office guru, and an exceptional communicator are not only welcomed, but are rewarded!
KorthaseFlinn is one of Northern Michigan's largest independent insurance and financial services firms. We began as a family-owned business in the 1930's and while we have grown substantially, we continue to carry on the legacy of client trust and superior personal service that our company was founded on. Today we operate three offices in Boyne City, Petoskey and East Jordan, and service over ten thousand clients throughout the Midwest. This job has advancement potential into other great roles within the organization. Our great benefits package includes medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, short and long term disability, Simple IRA, HSA and FSA accounts, PTO, charitable time off, paid holidays and gym membership reimbursement. Full job description.
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Pointe Health Club at Sommerset Pointe in Boyne City is looking for a part-time attendant; 30-35 hours per week. Requires solid Microsoft Office skills and some Social Media experience. A customer service focus is essential. Interest in good health and fitness a plus. Contact Matt Ide at 231-373-6551 or matt.ide@sommersetpointe.com.
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| KINDER CLOSET at Christ Lutheran Church is open from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on March 12 and the second Saturday of every month. Free baby items are provided, including diapers; wipes; clothes and more, for any Charlevoix County parent with a newborn to 24 month-old-child. Christ Lutheran Church is located at 1250 Boyne Avenue in Boyne City. For more information, call 231-582-9301. |
BLOOD DRIVE - An American Red Cross Blood Drive sponsored by Lexamar will be held at the Boyne City Eagles Lodge 1583, 106 River St., on Wednesday, March 16, from 11 a.m to 4:45 p.m. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767).
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MacGREGOR CARES - Leadership Charlevoix County has been selected to participate in MacGregor Plumbing & Heating's "MacGregor Cares" Monthly Community Giving Program. The organization with the most votes wins and receives a check for $500 from MacGregor. If the leadership organization wins, the funds will be used for one of its "Learning Trail" community service projects. Individuals can visit the MacGregor Website "Vote" Page and vote for Leadership Charlevoix County. Everyone can vote once per day.
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ABSENTEE BALLOTS are now available for the March 8 Presidential Primary Election. If you are a city resident and wish to receive one, click here or stop by City Hall to fill out an application, or call 231-582-6597 and the city can mail or email the application to you. Ballots can be picked up in person anytime up to 4 p.m. on the day prior (3/7/16) to the election. Ballots will be accepted on Election Day until 8 p.m.
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THE DESIRE TO COLLECT as well as an opportunity to see unusual collections, will be featured at Lifetree Café on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. The program, titled "The Things We Love...and Why We Collect Them," features filmed interviews with several avid collectors. From board games to ties to road kill, the collectors will show their collections and explain their fascination with them. Lifetree participants are encouraged to bring samples from their own collections. There will be time to show those samples to other participants. 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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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, can help you place your ad; call (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.
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