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Spring is close - bedding plants and vegetables are growing and filling our 5 greenhouses.
Angela Christie, our award-winning certified florist, has recently returned from the Great Lakes Floral Expo ... with 3 more awards, including "Overall Best in Show" and 1st Place in the Professional Division Design Contest for Bridal Bouquets!
Call or visit our store and have Angela prepare an arrangement for your special occasion, or purchase your spring plants.
921 Boyne Avenue, Boyne City | 231.582.6621
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 Airport hosts Business After Hours tonight
The Boyne City Airport will host the Chamber's Business After Hours networking event on Thursday, April 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 1040 E. Main St. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for admission or hors d'oeuvres. Proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will support the Young Eagles program, which gives youth ages 8-17 their first free ride in an airplane to introduce and inspire kids in the world of aviation. The airport is one mile east of downtown Boyne City, off East Main Street and adjacent to the Business Park.
DID YOU KNOW... The airport has 33 hangars and accommodates 5,500 flights a year? The unattended terminal building contains a pilots' lounge, telephone, free wi-fi, restroom facilities and a courtesy car. Fuel is available on a self-service basis. For more information about the airport, call city manager Michael Cain at 231-582-6597. Website.
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Chamber seeks volunteers for May 12th Craft Beer Block Party
 The Boyne Area Chamber is looking for volunteers to help set up, pour beer and tear down the second annual Mushroom Festival Craft Beer Block Party on Thursday, May 12th. Volunteers get free admission, which includes a souvenir beer glass and two tasting tickets. We need help with:
> Set-up - 2 to 3:30 p.m.
> 1st Serving Shift - 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
> 2nd Serving Shift & Clean Up - 6 to 9 p.m.
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Main Street hires farmers market manager and admin assistant
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Effective May 1, Erica Tosch will join Boyne City's award-winning Main Street Program as administrative assistant and market manager of the Boyne City Farmers Market. "We are so thrilled to have Erica join our team. She is a Boyne City resident with extensive experience and knowledge of the farmers market. She owned Neighborhood Bread Company and was a regular vendor in the market for several years," said Becky Harris, current market manager. Harris is retiring as market manager and will work with Tosch through the month of May to ensure a smooth transition. The Farmers Market will begin the outdoor season on Saturday, May 7, in Veterans Park with market hours 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays through Labor Day and 9 a.m. to noon for September and October.
"Erica's background in owning a business, experience as a vendor at the market, and extensive knowledge in accounting, human resources, and office management make her an ideal candidate for our program," added Lori Meeder, Main Street Executive Director. Most recently, she worked as office administrator of F. O. Barden & Son Lumber.
Asuka Barden commented: "Erica is very bright and talented, and we were fortunate to have her on our team for almost two years. We are all going to miss seeing her every day, but are happy to see her getting back to her passion with the farmers market."
Lucy Hartlove, Farmers Market Committee Chair, lauded retiring market manager Beck Harrys. "She has taken the Boyne City Farmers Market to a new level. Her passion, creativity, work ethic and discipline have been instrumental in making our Farmers Market the best in the North. We will miss her terribly but we know that she will remain very involved in the market at a different level. "
In addition to the Farmers Market, Tosch will be responsible for supporting Main Street events and volunteer initiatives. "We hope to have Erica begin to work with our promotions and design committees and get involved in the planning of some of our events including the Arts Festival, the Walkabout Sculpture Exhibit, and Stroll Through History, which are all slated for June," said Meeder.
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Wine Wednesday continues at 7 locations on May 4th
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Boyne City's Wine Wednesday will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 4th. This event will continue on the first Wednesday of each month except July and August. Complimentary wine tastings and appetizers will be offered at seven locations:
- Bella Vita - reopening for the season just in time to participate in Wine Wednesday. They will be open 7 days a week beginning May 4th.
- Boyne River Inn
- Cafe Sante
- Friggy's SOBO Pub
- Lake Street Market
- Porter Creek Fish House
- Red Mesa Grill
Wine Wednesday punch cards are available at the Boyne Area Chamber office. When you get all 7 locations punched (not necessarily all in one night), turn in your card a the Chamber to be eligible to win $20 in Boyne Bucks. Nan Winters won the April punch card drawing. Boyne Appétit! is a collaboration of the Boyne Area Chamber and Boyne City Main Street, spearheaded by a committee comprised of local restaurateurs and volunteers, and encompasses restaurants and food and drink retailers in the Boyne area including Boyne City, Boyne Falls, Advance and Walloon Lake.
> Visit and like the Boyne Appetit! Facebook Page to keep up with this and other foodie news from the Boyne Area.
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City Commission on track to allow alcohol at sidewalk cafes
A large crowd turned out for Tuesday's Boyne City Commission meeting, mainly interested in two issues. A proposal to allow alcohol at sidewalk cafes was approved unanimously, overturning a decision made two years ago. The Chamber, Main Street and many business people spoke in favor of this issue. Final approval is needed on second reading of ordinance, but seems likely. If approved, the ordinance would likely take effect June 29. News-Review story. The second hot issue at Tuesday's city meeting was a discussion about taking a position on the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac. Story.
ALSO IN THE NEWS:
> Charlevoix County busy with road projects this summer - Story
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You're invited to help Buff Up Boyne on Saturday, May 7
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Some of the volunteers from last year's Buff Up Boyne.
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After a long winter it will soon be time to give Boyne City a shine. Buff Up Boyne, Boyne City's annual community-wide spring cleanup, will return from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 7. The Boyne City Main Street Program, organizer of the event, is calling all residents, civic organizations, and schools to lend their shovels, rakes and brooms to give Boyne City a shine during the annual cleanup. Volunteers will be sweeping, picking up trash and raking up debris from the city's sidewalks, parks, alleys, and along the waterfront. Volunteers are asked to meet at Sunset Park in downtown Boyne City behind the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce to sign in, get instructions on what areas need to be cleaned, and receive trash bags and gloves. Volunteers are asked to bring their own rakes, shovels and/or brooms. Refreshments will be served in the morning and a barbecue lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Main Street office at 582-9009, or email mainstreet@boynecity.com.
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 Boyne City Main Street office relocates
Boyne City Main Street offices will relocate to 214 Water Street on the second floor of the Odd Fellows Building effective May 1. The existing office location at 112 S. Park Street housed Boyne City Main Street for many years. Main Street Executive Director Lori Meeder noted that the former office building was recently purchased and will house the new Stiggs Brewing Company, which is slated to open this summer. The new office location will be next to Boyne City Hardware and Boyne Arts Collective in the heart of the downtown district. Contact information will remain the same - 231.582.9009 and mainstreet@boynecity.com.
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 BC Schools' millage renewal vote is Tuesday; Tax rate won't increase
On May 3rd, residents of the Boyne City Public School District will vote on an important bond proposal. School officials point out that if voters approve the schools' 3.35 mill debt retirement rate would remain the same and is estimated to decline in 2018. The bond proposal will address five key areas:
1. Improve student safety and school security through upgraded building safety systems.
2. Upgrade instructional technology and technology infrastructure.
3. Upgrade building infrastructure, improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs.
4. Replace building furniture and equipment.
5. Purchase new buses, improve parking, traffic flow and upgrade site lighting.
School board to interview 5 superintendent finalists today and Friday
Five finalists will interview for the superintendent job in the Education Center's Hospitality Room.
TONIGHT, Thursday, April 28
5:00 - 6:15 pm: Christopher Parker, Superintendent/ K-12 Principal/Transportation Director of Northport Public School
6:30 - 7:45 pm: Monique Dean, Superintendent of Pellston Public Schools
8:00 - 9:15 pm: Matthew Olson, Director of the Center for Innovation, Lapeer Community Schools
FRIDAY, APRIL 29
4:00 - 5:15 pm: Louis Steigerwald, Superintendent of Norway-Vulcan Area Schools
5:30 - 6:45 pm: Patrick Little, Superintendent of East Jackson Community Schools
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 The Morel Mob
The Great Morel Giveaway at downtown stores
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Look for this poster in stores.
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Downtown Boyne City stores will be giving away morels and gift certificates on Saturday, May 14, during the Mushroom Festival. The 6th annual Great Morel Giveaway includes businesses that give away two pounds of morels each - or a $50 gift certificate if morels are not available. There is no cost or purchase required to enter - simply register at any or all of the participating stores. Every place you register gives you another chance to win. If you register at 10 businesses, you will have 10 chances to win. You must be present with identification to win. Register by 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14. Drawings begin at 4 p.m. Saturday, beginning at Freshwater Art Gallery and proceeding to other businesses on Lake Street, Water Street and Park Street. Follow the " Morel Mob" from store to store for your chance to win the morels. For information call the Chamber at 582-6222.
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Main Street offers local façade improvement grant program
 The Boyne City Main Street Program is accepting applications from property owners for its Façade Improvement Grant Program. "The purpose of the program is to encourage private investment through the rehabilitation and improvement of facades within the Boyne City Main Street District, to encourage good design and to preserve the architectural character that is distinctive to Boyne City", said Main Street board chair Pat O'Brien. "We have been very fortunate for many years utilizing State of Michigan façade grants, which have had an amazing impact on our community," said Main Street program manager Lori Meeder. "We will continue to work with property owners to secure these grants but our goal through this local program is to provide assistance for many smaller, yet very important, projects that may not qualify for state incentives." The façade improvement program provides a matching grant of up to $5,000 for façade improvements within the Main Street District. Individual grant amounts can be up to 50 percent of project cost. Recommendations for funding grant applications will be made by the Main Street Design Committee to the Main Street Board, which will make all final grant-funding decisions.
> Information and applications for the Façade Improvement Grant Program are available by calling or emailing the Boyne City Main Street Office. The application deadline for this round of funding is May 27, 2016.
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Morel Festival just 2 weeks away; Wine & Dine tickets on sale
This year's 56th Morel Mushroom Festival is less than three weeks away, held May from 11-15. The festival website - www.morelfest.com - includes full details including online registration for the Guided Mushroom Hunt at 5 p.m. Friday and the Competitive Hunt at 9 a.m. Saturday. This year's best-ever musical line-up includes:
> Thursday, May 12 - Thornetta Davis Band playing for the Craft Beer Block Party in downtown Boyne City, 4 to 8 p.m.
> Friday, May 13 - Nelson Olstrom plays for the Wine and Dine Dinners. and The Cookies perform in the festival tent at Veterans Park, 8 p.m.
> Saturday, May 14 - Scarkazm plays in the festival tent at Veterans Park, 8:30 p.m.
THE WINE & DINE is held Friday, May 13, and tickets are going fast. The gourmet Mushroom Festival event will have two seatings at 5:30 and 8 p.m. at the Beach House restaurant on Deer Lake. This event always sells out, so don't wait to make your reservations. Tickets are $45 per person, which includes five morel-infused hors d'oeuvres, five wine tastings, tax and gratuity. Click here for details and reservations
FESTIVAL VISITORS - Last year's event registrations show that visitors came from 14 states, Canada, 17 cities in Ohio and 65 cities from Michigan.
Table sponsors and volunteers needed for May 12th Craft Beer Party
It's that time of year again. We at the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce are gearing up for the 2nd annual Craft Beer Block Party from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 12, moving from Water Street to the 100 block of S. Lake Street.
TABLE SPONSORS - Would you like to promote your business to a crowd of 1,000 or more at this event? For only $50 you can sponsor a table at the event. Be a part of the positive growth in Boyne City and let customers know that you are involved in your community. The day of the Block Party, bring your marketing materials and decorate your table. Table tents, postcards, business cards, flyers - you pick.
> To volunteer or reserve your table sponsorship contact Chamber Board member Kristen Spears by email.
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Seminar presenter
Kim Schott
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60 Ways to Grow Your Email List:
Chamber presents free seminar on May 19
Having an interested and qualified list of contacts, that you can stay top of mind with, is vital to every business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. In this May 19th workshop we will show you 60 easy ways to grow your contact list today. It runs from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room of the Boyne District Library.
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 more.
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Farmers Market hosts Spring Fling for final Saturday indoors
The last indoor Farmers Market this Saturday, April 30th, will be a Spring Fling from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Library Red Barn. The market will feature garden planning tips and a 10 a.m. cooking and tasting demo with Blackbird Gardens. There will also be kids games and seed planting. The first outdoor market will be from 8 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, May 7th, at Veterans Park. Then the market will be open twice a week on Saturdays and Wednesdays. The indoor market hours are Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Website: www.boynecityfarmersmarket.org.
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 Main Street wants to get merchants involved in Boyne Thunder and Arts Festival add-on events
Boyne Thunder will take place on July 8 and 9 this year with many boaters coming in on Thursday and staying until Sunday. The Boyne Thunder Committee is working hard on the event for the poker run participants totaling 550-600 people. In addition, there will be thousands of spectators who come to see the boats, the boat parade and the festivities around the poker run. This is a great opportunity to take advantage of all the spectators who come into town to watch the boats take off on the poker run on Saturday morning. Once the boats leave, the majority of spectators leave too. It would be great if some of our businesses and non-profit organizations could create additional activities to keep them in town for the day. Boyne Thunder has reserved Sunset Park as well as Veterans Park, so there would be room at Sunset Park for additional fun events. Contact mainstreet@boynecity.com if you are interested in organizing and coordinating additional activities in town and/or in Sunset Park during the day on Saturday between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Details.
 THE BOYNE CITY SOBO ARTS FESTIVAL will be family-friendly and we would like to include a scavenger hunt through our downtown businesses and are looking for stores to participate. We need 10 to 15 businesses to join in the fun. There is no work or cost on your part, just join in the fun by having a treasure supplied by the Arts Festival that the kids (accompanied by a parent) have to find in your store. Details. The goal is to:
- Get local downtown businesses involved with art festival
- Get parents of the contestants into the stores and looking around
- Have one more fun, memorable, mostly do it yourself event as a part of festival.
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The Buoyancy of Boyne:
What's the secret to Boyne City's surprising renaissance?
From the Northern Express: In the last 10 years, something has shifted in Boyne City, a community of just less than 4,000 residents. Visitors still flock to the resorts, but now they're also likely to be strolling Boyne City's downtown streets in the summer, taking in winter concerts at Freshwater Art Gallery, lining up for dinner outside Café Sante or checking out the renovations at the Dilworth Hotel and Glen Catt's SoBo Development. Some of those visitors will even consider moving to the resort town; Boyne City is one of the few Michigan cities that grew in population in the last decade, outpacing even Traverse City. So what's the secret to Boyne City's surprising renaissance? Full story.
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Luncheon Lecture on health impacts of climate change
North Central Michigan College's Luncheon Lecture will look at the health impacts of climate change on Friday, May 6. The luncheon will be in the Library Conference Center. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon. Elizabeth Del Buono, M.D., surgical pathologist, Munson Medical Center, will review the health impacts of climate change, explain why it is necessary to address these issue, and suggest policies that health professionals and others should support to transition quickly to a low-carbon economy. Dr. Del Buono is a volunteer with a local chapter of the non-partisan grassroots group Citizens' Climate Lobby. Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 or email luncheonlectures@ncmich.edu to reserve your place at the table. Cost is $10.
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 National Day of Prayer event in Boyne City May 5th
The Boyne Area Christian Ministerial Association is hosting a National Day of Prayer gathering. Annually on the first Thursday in May, this nationwide event enables corporate prayer for our city, state, nation, and world. This year's local event will be at Noon Thursday, May 5, at the pavilion next to the Boyne City Marina lighthouse. For more information or to RSVP, click here.
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KorthaseFlinn offers safe driving tips for teen drivers
You may feel excited at the chance to get behind the wheel, but it's normal to feel a little anxious about driving too. That's why you should use the tips attached to stay safe. Click here.
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WELCOME, NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS!
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Friggy's SOBO Pub
Jeff Leppala and Chris Thiel
5 W. Main St., Boyne City, MI 49712
Phone 231-459-4102
"An old-fashioned bar" with pool tables and a menu and prices that appeal to local residents - $2 beers, $7 burgers, sandwiches, pasties, hot wings. There are daily specials and full menu on Facebook. We do not have anything that is gluten free! Fun is clearly on tap when you see the juke box and beer glasses imprinted with "Friggy's - When Life Meets Beer." To turn on the water in the restroom sinks, you pull on a beer tap, and the men's room features television screens and urinals made from beer kegs. Their hours are 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., 365 days a year.
 The Whi-Ski Inn
Eric Jarema, Allen and Erika West
2670 Highway 131 S.
231-549-3346
Why the Whi-Ski Inn??? Well, first - It is pronounced Whiskey, or Whisky if you are Canadian.... It is a fusion of whom we are. While having a few names over the years, one of the longest running was the SKI INN, proudly branded in neon and still hanging in the bar today. If you haven't noticed, we are located at the bottom of one of the best ski resorts in the Midwest, and a long line of skiers have joined us and knocked back a few after enjoying the slopes. Also, our aim is to become one of the best Whiskey Bars in Michigan. The bourbon craze is on, and we are happy to be part of it. Stocking nearly 50 top-shelf bourbons, we want you to come in and see what it's all about. And lastly, we embrace our Polish roots, and the roots of our community. A little play on words, maybe brilliant marketing, we will have to see - that is why we are The Whi-Ski Inn!
We are located downtown Boyne Falls. Bourbon, BBQ and Beer! Featuring smoked brisket ribs, salmon smoked gourmet sandwiches and a wide selection of craft bourbons and craft cocktails. We also offer local beers on tap. Open 7 days a week: 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; noon to 9 p.m. Sundays.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
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 Dog Park fundraiser Sunday at Cafe Sante
Cafe Sante will host a fundraiser for Boyne City's Ridge Run Dog Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday, May 1. The restaurant will donate 10% of food sales towards the dog park's project that will add crushed stone pathways around the outer edges of the two fenced dog areas. Dog-themed drinks like the French Bulldo and Salty Dog will be available for human consumption. Donations will also be accepted; make checks payable to the City of Boyne City. For information about the dog park, contact Michele Carter at michelecarter@me.com.
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Senior Center Wednesday dinners start next week
The Boyne Area Senior Center will begin serving Wednesday evening dinners on May 4th from 5 to 6 p.m. This will be in place of the Wednesday lunch at the center; lunches continue on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Next week's dinner will be a hot beef sandwich, and music will be provided by the Rusted Spears from 5:50 to 7. A 50/50 drawing will be held at 6 p.m. Suggested donation is $3 for those age 60 and over or $$6 under 60. The Senior Center is located at 411 Division St., phone 231 582 6682.
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BC Middle school presents Disney's Peter Pan Jr. May 5-7
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Disney's Peter Pan Jr. will be playing at the Boyne City Schools' Performing Arts Center on Thursday and Friday, May 5-6 at 7 p.m., ending at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7. The 60-minute musical, designed for middle-school aged performers, is based on the play by J.M. Barrie and the 1953 Disney film. The 5-8th grade cast contains approximately 85 students from Boyne City Middle School led by Justin Weisler, Jody Johnson and Christine Nothstine. Peter Pan Jr. is the story of the boy who wouldn't grow up and the girl who has to. After finding his shadow in the Darling family nursery, Peter teaches Wendy, Michael and John how to fly and sweeps them off to Never Land, where they meet Lost Boys, mermaids, Indians and, of course, pirates. If the children are ever to return home, Peter must defeat Captain Hook with the help of Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. Peter Pan Jr. features classic songs from the 1953 film such as, "You Can Fly!," "Following the Leader" and "The Second Star to the Right" as well as songs from the Pirates of the Caribbean ride and the 2008 Disney film Tinker Bell.
> Tickets for open seating will be sold at the door - $5 adults, $3 students and free for preschool and younger.
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Run with your dog in Humane Society 5k on May 14
 The Charlevoix Area Humane Society Benefit will host the "Run For Their Lives 5K" run and walk on Saturday, May 14 during the Boyne City Morel Mushroom Festival, raising funds for the shelter and animals cared for there. Runners of all ages are invited to attend, as well as friendly canines. The event starts at 8 a.m. with registration from 6:30-7:25 a.m. behind the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce. Runners can also register in advance by filling out this form and emailing it to pets@charlevoixhumane.org. The form can also be dropped off at the Humane Society office at 614 Beardsley St. in Boyne City. Registration is available 6-7 p.m. Friday, May 13 at the Mushroom Festival tent in Veterans Park. Cost to register is $25, $20 for early registered runners, and $10 for children 12 and under. For more information, visit www.charlevoixhumane.org.
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Van Gogh exhibit and Star Wars expert coming to Boyne Library
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"Starry Night" by Vincent Van Gogh
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The Boyne District Library is pleased to partner with Marla Flynn, Boyne City Elementary School art teacher, and the Friends of the Boyne District Library to bring the Vincent Van Gogh Traveling Exhibit to the library as well as to Boyne City Elementary. Student artwork will be on display May 1-14, and three large silk reproductions of Van Gogh's art will be displayed at the library May 9th and 10th before being moved to the elementary school. As part of the celebration, the Boyne District Library is hosting Art Night at the Library from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10. There will be stories about Vincent Van Gogh and painting activities for all ages. No registration is required. Marla Flynn's Pinterest Board about Van Gogh | Don McLean's song "Vincent"
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU - The Boyne District Library is celebrating Star Wars on May 4th with a visit from Adam Bray, author of Star Wars; Absolutely Everything You Need to Know. Adam will talk about his books and host a trivia session with prizes for those most well-versed in Star Wars facts. We will also have Jedi Training activities and crafts. Wednesday, May 4th, 6-7:30 p.m. All ages; no registration required.
BORED WITH BOARD GAMES? Are you looking for a group of people to share your board game enthusiasm with? Then the Boyne District Library has the perfect club for you. This is not your grandpa's board game club! You won't find Monopoly, or Scrabble. Some of the featured board games include Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Camel Up and many more. The libraries first board game night is Saturday, May 7 from 6-9 p.m. Whether you are a board game expert or a novice, the BDL board game club is the place for you. Members of the club must be at least 18 without a parent, or 13 and up with a parent. To register or for more information call the Boyne District Library at 231-582-7861 or register online at www.boynelibrary.org.
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Concord presents "Sound of Music"; Alums from 2001 to be honored
The Concord High School drama class, along with four elementary students, are performing The Sound of Music May 5, 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. The lead actors are: Bethany Priest as Maria, Joshua Meicher as Captain Georg Von Trapp, children: Jessica Schmidt as Liesl, Kira Kohler as Louisa, Samantha Grimes as Brigitta, Kennedy Johnson as Marta, Isabella Bishop as Gretl, Aiden Kohler as Friedrich, and Keaton Matelski as Kurt. Our youngest student is a 2nd grader (Isabella). Some of the best known and loved songs are "Do-Re-Mi", "Edelweiss", "So Long, Farewell" and "I am 16". The Mother Abbess is played by Jordyn Hausler, she is highlighted with the songs "Climb Every Mountain" and "My Favorite Things". The other nuns are: Star Johnson, Mariah Allum, Hannah Chapel, Anika Manthei, and Kylee Babcock. Elsa Schrader is portrayed by Alexis Arsenault, who sings two rousing songs with Calvin Gillespie as Max Detweiler. Franz the butler (Michael Balch) and Frau Schmidt (Lindsay Bennett) as the housekeeper keep the Von Trapp household running smoothly. The Director is Nick Anderson, the Musical Director is Jeremy Myers, Asst. Director and Costumer is Rachelle Wittenmyer.
Reserved tickets are on sale for $10 with 100 seats available per show. General seats are $5 and may be available at the door. To get tickets for the show you may email rwitt@concordboyne.org or call 231-582-0194 ext. 202.
> This is the second time that Concord Boyne has performed this musical, the first being 2001. On Friday night, May 6th, the school will be honoring alumni from the first show.
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Mark your calendar: Boyne Area Restaurant Week set for June 6-12
Mark your calendars for Boyne Area Restaurant Week, June 6-12. This is going to be a fabulous kick-off to our summer season. Restaurants, bars, delis and sandwich shops will all be offering specials: Two-for-one prix fixe meals for under $35 at large restaurants and more great specials from the others. Details coming soon. For more information, email Cindy Janssens.
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 Raven Hill celebrates 25 Years Sunday
Raven Hill Discovery Center is celebrating its 25th year of providing informal science, history and art for northern Lower Michigan this Sunday, May 1st from noon to 4 p.m. Explore the hands-on museum, see the animals, sample some special treats, visit with new and old friends and investigate outdoors. In addition to checking out the new ET Building, visitors can investigate other facilities and exhibits. Families can make music in the Earth Tones Music Garden, explore the Beyond Jurassic Park Exhibit, play school in Raven Hill's one-room schoolhouse, visit the Alternative Energy House, experience the Center's Tree House and travel the Wetlands Boardwalk connecting Raven Hill to the Ancient World or even journey on to Raven Ridge Nature Preserve next door. Visitors can also walk the labyrinth and look for tadpoles and other signs of spring at the pond. This is also a good time to buy a new T-shirt, get information about the annual Summer Magic fundraiser & other special events, sign up for memberships, financially support the Center's programs and schedule discovery camps for the kids. Raven Hill is located between East Jordan and Boyne City, just off C-48 at Pearsall Road and within Mile 15 of the Breezeway. Call 231-536-3369 for more information or email info@ravenhilldiscoverycenter.org.
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Golf starts at Charlevoix Country Club; Mothers Day brunch planned
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Heatherwoods Golf Course
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The Bistro at Charlevoix Country Club will be serving delicious breakfast, lunch and dessert items as well as a Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar from 10 am to 3 pm on Mothers Day, Sunday, May 8. Their newly updated dining room features beautiful views of the Golf Course. $24.95 adults and $12.95 children. Reservations recommended 231-547-9796. Complete menu.
HEATHERWOODS GOLF COURSE at Charlevoix Country Club opened for the 2016 season today,, April 22. Early spring rates are in effect through April. Play 9 holes for $15 and 18 for $29. Go to chxcountryclub.com for rates and to book your tee time or call 231-547-9796.
Celebrate Mom at Porter Creek Fish House
Celebrate Mom over Dinner at Porter Creek Fish House on Saturday, May 7. Mom may choose one starter; Calamari, Waldorf Salad, Seared Ahi tuna or Salmon Cakes, one entrée; Bistro Steak, Morel Stuffed Chicken, Lobster Mac n'Cheese or Penne Pomodoro, and one dessert; Raspberry Crème Brule, Brownie Sundae or Berry Cobbler for just $25.95. Reservations recommended at 231-59-82-7080. www.sommersetpointe.com
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 5k/1mile fun run benefits rescued equines
Second Chance Ranch and Rescue, located in Boyne City, invites you to participate in their first Derby Day "Run for the Rescue," a lake-view 5K or 1 mile fun run/walk to be held at 9 a.m. Saturday May 7th, at Sunset Park, Boyne City (behind the Chamber of Commerce). All proceeds from this race go to the care of rescued equines in Northern Michigan. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to rehabbing and rehoming neglected equines. Pre-registration through April 22 is $25; late registration is $30. T-Shirt sizes guaranteed for pre-registration only. Entry forms and registration information available at: Northern Pet Salon in Lake Street Plaza and also available for download at www.2crr.org and on Facebook. The group is looking for volunteers and sponsors for the event. Contact us at info@2crr.org or call Christine Judd 231-881-2880, Erika Hayden 231-675-6502 or Denise Weeks 231-633-0212 if you would like to help.
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Bunco Rollin' for Gold Ladies Social set for May 15th
Support children with cancer. All proceeds go to Camp Quality Michigan summer camp. Bunco is a social dice game involving 100% luck. No experience is necessary. $20 for food, friendship and fun. Sunday, May 15th, 2-4:30 p.m. at the NEW Tilted Skillet in East Jordan (formerly Murray's). Call 231-582-2471 for reservations or register online. Space is limited.
VOLUNTEER POSITION - Camp Quality Michigan is seeking an outstanding leader-in-training to co-direct our Summer Camp in Lake Ann, August 7-13. You will provide leadership to an all volunteer staff, interact with families, and help to ensure safety, creativity, spontaneity, and growth/ development of campers in all stages of cancer treatment. This week is a life-changing experience for you and these children. Must be 18 years and successfully pass background check. Contact Kristyn at 231-582-2471.
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Pied Piper Skatery reducing hours this summer
Pied Piper Skatery of Walloon Lake recently announced on Facebook that "Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be closing the rink through the summer." However, a follow-up post the next day said: "I received WAY more response to our closure than I ever expected. It was amazingly humbling and very much appreciated. After talking with my family, we have figured out that we can open on some days when we are able to run it by ourselves. We will post "pop-up skate dates" when we know we will be able to open. We know the crowds won't be big, but we are hoping it will allow people to keep skating. The first "pop-up skate date" will be Saturday, April 30th from Noon-4 pm and 7-10pm. "We'll announce more when we are able to, so please keep checking back in on us and sharing our dates when announced," they said, noting that they will also try to accommodate weekend private parties and birthday parties during the pop-up dates. Facebook page.
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Business Expo/Taste coming to Boyne Mountain Nov. 2
The Boyne Area Chamber's Business Expo and Taste of Boyne, previously held in late April, has been scheduled for November 2nd this year. Besides the date change, the event has been moved from the former Carter's building to the Civic Center at Boyne Mountain - because the Carter's building will not be available. Exhibitor applications will be available this summer. Watch this newsletter for updates. Expo web page is www.boyneexpo.com. If you'd like information on becoming a sponsor, email jim@boynechamber.com.
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SPAGHETTI DINNER fundraiser for Unity Hall, a place that lets people help people, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m Thursday, April 28, at S. Matthew Church Fellowship Hall, 1301 Boyne Avenue, Boyne City. The meal includes spaghetti, garlic bread, salad and desserts; donations will be accepted.
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THICK 'N JUICY DINER in downtown Boyne City is closed for a few weeks for a quick remodel and to get ready for the summer season. Owners Mike and Kristi McCaig will keep you up-to-date on an exact re-opening date as we draw closer to completion..
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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:
May 3 - Nathan Bates
May 5 - Cinco de Mayo Party w/ Dave Cisco **6-10pm**
May 10 - Kellerville
May 17 - Honesty & The Liars
May 24 - Soul Patch
May 31 - 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. April 28th - Eric Jaqua. May
5th - Jake Allen, 12th - Brett Mitchell, 19th - Nathan Towne, 26th - Nelson Olstrom.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: April 29th - Shady Tree Folk. May 6th - Younce Guitar Duo, 13th - Sean Bielby, 20th - Ben Overbeek, 27th - Brotha James.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: April 23rd - Lance Bougner, 30th - Katie Lewis, May 7th - Pistil Whips, 14th - Chris Calleja, 21st - Adam Hoppe, 28th - Under the Moon.
> Sunday, 8-11 p.m.: May 1st - Nelson Olstrom entertains for the Ridge Run Dog Park Fundraiser.
Concerts featuring The Accidentals on April 29 and Chris Smither on May 7 are sold out. Call 231-582-2588 to inquire about their waiting list.
Forty Acres Tavern
April 29 - Eric Dane Jaqua, 7-10 pm
April 30 - David Cisco, 7-10 pm
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Sunday, May 1 and 15. 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 - Due to unforeseen circumstances the skatery will only be open on occasional "pop-up dates" this summer. The first pop-up date is this Saturday, April 30 from Noon-4 pm and 7-10 pm. 04454 M-75 North in Walloon Lake.
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College to host Career Fair and employability workshops
North Central Michigan College will host a Career Fair on May 6 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in the gymnasium. This Career Fair will help college students looking for internships and summer work with information about local businesses and industry as well as the amenities in living in Northwest Michigan. The fair will be open to the public. Business booth/table fee is $195. Each attendee will be registered and receive a folder with information on all participating businesses. To reserve a booth or get more information, call (231) 348-6613.
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7 Monks Taproom
We're very excited to add to the community of Boyne City this summer. We are currently accepting resumes for all positions. Please email your information to info@7monkstap.com under the subject heading "Boyne City positions."
Job Fair coming in April/May. Dates TBD.
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Elvyn Lea Lodge
Hiring helpers for summer through fall. We're looking for lawn maintenance/groundskeeping, housekeeping and food service staff. Contact Monica Farrier at elvynlea@gmail.com, 231/535-2475, www.elvynlea.com.
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Resort Rentals North
We are seeking several housekeepers who can commit to cleaning resort vacation rentals for the 2016 season. Must have your own transportation and good work ethic. Competitive pay. Each person will be part of a 2-3 member team to clean each home. Experience a plus but not necessary. No laundry required. Cleaning and making beds only. Call Jessica or Kristen, (231) 582-0106.
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The Landing restaurant
Looking for a job at a great restaurant with a fun crew, tasty food, and great view? We are currently hiring for all positions for the 2016 season. The Landing will host open interview and application days on the following dates:
April 30th, 2-6 pm
May 7th, 2-6 pm
Returning previous employees should also stop in to fill out new paperwork.
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Charlevoix Country Club
GOLF COURSE GROUND CREW wanted at Charlevoix Country Club. All positions. Offering Team Members Golf, Fitness and Dining discounts. Send resume to carl.vanniman@chxcountryclub.com.
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RUBBISH PICKUP - Coming to your neighborhood is the annual Spring Rubbish Pickup offered by the City of Boyne City for city residents. If you live on Main Street or areas south of Main Street, your pickup days will be on Wednesday, June 1, 8 and 15. If you are north of Main Street, your days will be on Thursday, with pickup on June 2, 9 and 16. Flier with details.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Northern Michigan Equine Therapy will be hosting a Spring Cleaning Open House on Saturday, April 30th from 10 am-3 pm This is a great opportunity for people in our community to get outside and volunteer their time to help NMET get ready for our busy season. NMET spring cleaning day involves: horse and goat stall redressing, horse trail clearing/clean up, arena pick up, fencing, yard raking and pond clean up etc. It is recommend to wear clothing that can get farm dirty and bring a rake, tree trimmers, gardening tools etc if possible. Website.
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BOYNE AREA FREE CLINIC will be closed Friday, April 29, and May 13. Dr. Mansfield will be out of town both days.
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DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES - The cause, meaning, and importance of dreams and nightmares will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, May 1, at 6:30 p.M. The program, titled "Dreams and Nightmares: The Science Behind the Stories of Your Mind," features a filmed interview with Dr. William Moorcroft, author of "Understanding Sleep and Dreaming." In the interview, Moorcroft explains that sleep is critical for our brains to function and dreams are a way for the mind to organize and process information. "There are different components in our brain, and when we're awake, they function one way," Moorcroft says. "When we sleep, that functional organization greatly changes. Sleep is not a waste of time; it is a reorganization of the brain." Moorcroft also discusses the cause of recurring dreams and nightmares. 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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"BC" WINDOW STICKERS and "Boyne City" license plates are available at the Chamber office and Local Flavor with proceeds going to the Boyne City Booster Foundation.
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