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Boyne Area Health Center / Rehab Center
to host Business After Hours tonight
 Munson Healthcare Boyne Area Health Center and Boyne Rehab Center will host the Chamber's Business After Hours networking event tonight, Thursday, June 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 223 N. Park St. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for admission or hors d'oeuvres. Beyond the walls of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital lie two of the best local healthcare clinics in Northern Michigan. With seven medical providers and a support staff of 27, the team at Boyne Area Health Center provides a warm welcome and experienced medical professionals to meet your needs with fast, effective treatment and hometown care. And with the one-on-one attention provided by its neighbor, Boyne Rehab Center, it is clear that the patient always comes first.
> 7 MONKS TAPROOM will host the Countywide Business After Hours from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23, at their new location at 202 S. Lake St.
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Stroll the Streets returns to downtown Boyne City Friday
 Music, fun and great times will fill the streets of downtown Boyne City this summer as Stroll the Streets returns for its 13th season on Friday, June 10th, from 6 - 9 p.m., continuing through Labor Day Weekend. Stroll the Streets is a signature summer event for downtown Boyne City, with musical entertainment ranging from contemporary, country, bluegrass, traditional, folk, jazz, to rock. Special activities include magicians, caricature artists, face-painting, balloon twisting and more fun activities for kids this year. The program is funded with contributions from local businesses. "The support from the business community is outstanding," said Karen Guzniczak, chair of the Boyne City Main Street promotions committee. "With over 30 businesses sponsoring the summer series, we are able to provide wonderful entertainment throughout our downtown all summer long." Platinum sponsors include Magnum Hospitality, Family Fare, Fifth Third Bank, Boyne City Taproom, Boyne River Inn, JEGA Catering, and Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau (for lodging information, visit www.PetoskeyArea.com). THIS FRIDAY'S HIGHLIGHTS - Musical entertainment includes Awesome Distraction, David Lawston, Kowalske Family Band, Realeyez, Sky N Signal, and The Dodworth Duo. The evening will showcase the second phase of Main Street's historical walking tour, which highlights residences, parks and churches. Horse-drawn carriage tours of our historic residential district, narrated by Patrick McCleary, will take place from 7 - 9 p.m. and a re-enactment of Teddy Roosevelt's famous speech will be on the balcony of the Odd Fellows Hall is at 7 p.m.
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Restaurant Week continues through Sunday with deals from 18 eateries
 Boyne Area Restaurant Week is this week, June 6-12. Restaurants, bars, delis and sandwich shops are all offering specials: Two-for-one prix fixe meals for under $35 at large restaurants and more great specials from the others. This promotion is part of the Boyne Appetit! initiative of the Boyne City Main Street Program and the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce to promote the "Small Town, Epic Food" experiences in this area.
Participating restaurants and markets:
B.C. Pizza, Bella Vita, Big E's Smoke Shack, Boyne City Bakery, Boyne Country Provisions/Wine Emporium & Market, Boyne River Inn, Café Santé, Everett's at Boyne Mountain, Friggy's SoBo Pub, Fustini's Oils and Vinegars, Forty Acres Tavern at Boyne Mountain, Horton Bay General Store, Lake Street Market, Porter Creek Fish House, Red Mesa Grill, Thick N' Juicy Diner. Participants in Boyne Falls include Mountainside Grille and the Whi-Ski Inn.
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Saturday concert is a fun finale for Stroll Through History Weekend
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Raisin River Ragtime Revue
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In tandem with the first Stroll The Streets on June 10, Boyne City will also celebrate its second annual Stroll through History Weekend. The Boyne City Main Street event will introduce the second phase of the historical, self-guided walking tour, which includes homes, churches and parks. Weekend highlights include a performance by The River Raisin Ragtime Revue at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club on Saturday, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. This professional theater orchestra, dedicated to the preservation of significant American music -the nation's original popular musical style - ragtime, has performed at The Henry Ford Museum, the Detroit Institute of Art and Ann Arbor's Michigan Theater and an annual ragtime festival that draws thousands to historic Greenfield Village in Dearborn. Visit www.ragtimeband.org for more information. Don't miss this one of a kind performance.
> TICKETS must be purchased in advance for $15 at the Boyne Chamber, Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club, Country Now and Then, Local Flavor Bookstore, or online at www.boynehistory.com. For information, call 231-582-9009 or email mainstreet@boynecity.com.
Stroll Through History highlights include...
FRIDAY - A horse-drawn tour of historic homes and churches, narrated by Patrick McCleary, will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. "President Roosevelt" will deliver his famous speech on the second-floor balcony of the Odd Fellows Hall, 214 Water Street and the Dodsworth Duo will perform behind the Chamber building.Accompanied by guitar, banjo, harmonica and fife, the Duo performs classic American songs of the 19th century including Clementine, Erie Canal, and Red River.
SATURDAY - The lineup includes the farmers market from 8 a.m. to noon, old fashioned kids' games, a petting zoo and pony rides, a hot dog roast, a potluck picnic, a baseball game with local firefighters and policemen, and antique firetrucks and cars on display. It all takes place in Veterans Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. At 4 p.m. at the library, McCleary will share a slideshow and speak about the buildings and parks on the new Stroll Through History. The weekend will culminate with a performance by The River Raisin Ragtime Revue (Details above). Band videos.
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Chamber offers Monday lunch seminar at Boyne Library:
Are you prepared for the revised Overtime Exemption Rule?
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Laura Dinon
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The Boyne Area Chamber is offering a luncheon seminar Monday, June 13th, to help business people prepare for the new federal Overtime Exemption Rule. If you have salaried employees making less than $913 weekly or $47,476 annually, you will probably have to increase their salary or change them to hourly "non-exempt status" and pay them for overtime as of Dec. 1, 2016. Local labor and employment attorney Laura Dinon of Plunkett Cooney will present this seminar, providing in-depth analysis of the proposed new overtime regulation provisions and practical tips on how to prepare for the changes. The seminar will be in the Community Room of the Boyne District Library, 201 E. Main St. Networking and lunch begin at 11:45 a.m. and the seminar will be held from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m.
> ADVANCE REGISTRATION is required by 3 p.m. Friday, June 10. The cost is $8 per person and includes Subway sandwiches, chips and soft drinks. It is open to chamber members and the public. How to sign up:
> Call the Chamber at 231-582-6222.
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New Visitors Guide promotes Boyne area 20,000 times
 The Boyne Area Chamber's new Visitors Guide/Business Directory has just arrived, featuring a Walter Barkley photo of our 4th of July fireworks on the cover. 20,000 copies of the guide are being distributed to members, highway Welcome Centers and high-traffic locations around Northern Michigan. The Chamber encourages its members to keep the guide handy and to support the businesses and organizations listed in it. The publication was produced by Harbor House Publishers in cooperation with the chamber. It is also available as a digital magazine, which contains interactive content, including page-turning, links to websites and video, as well as a full search function. To view the digital publication click here. Please help us promote local businesses and the Boyne Area by spreading the word. Why not include this link as part of your email signature?
> The Visitors Guide mobile app is available in the iTunes App Store. Search for Boyne Visitors Guide and download to your iPhone for iOS 6 or later or to your iPad. When downloading for iPad, designate the iPhone app. A Google Play version of the app is expected to be available in a few months.
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Duck Race tickets now on sale; Pick the winner and win $1,000 on the 4th of July
$10 tickets are now on sale for the Boyne Chamber's annual Duck Race at 2:30 p.m. on July 4th in the Boyne River. Dozens of spectators will be watching and cheering as an estimated 1,000 rubber ducks float down the river to the finish line behind Lynda's Real Estate. Each ticket and duck is numbered, and the lucky owner of the fastest duck will win $1,000. Second prize is $250, third prize $100, and 4th through 10th prizes are $50 each. Last year, the first-place check of $1,000 went to Dearborn residents Melissa Pellegrino and David Zimmerman, formerly of Boyne City. The couple was newly engaged and the funds came in handy as they planned their wedding. Mike Evans of Boyne City took second place in the Duck Race and won $250. Martin Neuhoff, also of Boyne City, placed third and won $100. Fourth through 10th places all won $50: Ray Rose, Amy Culik, Paul Shepard, Jim Rivard, Karen Gargaro, Bryan Feltman and Lynda VanderMeulen. To purchase tickets visit the Chamber office at 28 S. Lake Street. If you purchase two or more tickets, we will accept MasterCard or Visa. Local singer-songwriter Dolph Cwik will again perform "The Boyne River Duck Race of 1988" and other songs beginning at 1:30 p.m.
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Gazebo concert series starts June 22 with Awesome Distraction
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Awesome Distraction
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Awesome Distraction will be featured in the season-opening concert for Evenings at the Gazebo at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 in Old City Park. Originally formed in 2011 by Nick Veine (20) and Kyle Garber (19) from Manistee, they have continued to impress audiences with their harmonies and musicianship. They have brought in young, powerful singer Chloe Pepera, age 16, also from Manistee. The group has released 3 CD's and is working on a fourth. The versatility they add with guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, harmonica, violin and cajon help to fill out their "awesome" sound.
The Boyne Area Chamber produces the summer concert series, which is made possible by support from the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau and other business and individual sponsors. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, a picnic dinner and perhaps a bottle of wine. Thick 'N' Juicy Diner will bring again their food cart, offering burgers and hot dogs at the concerts. For more information or to become a concert sponsor, call the chamber at 231-582-6222 or visit www.gazeboconcerts.com.
Here is the full Evenings at the Gazebo schedule for the summer:
June 22 - Awesome Distraction - Young acoustic trio from Manistee, playing country/folk, soft rock, progressive bluegrass. Website.
June 29 - Roma Ransom - Instrumental duo from Colorado Springs who play "eclectic bohemian world psych folk"
July 6 - Up North Vocal Institute - Young opera singers
July 13 - Horton Creek - Northern Michigan's favorite bluegrass band
July 20 - Rachel B - Soulful pop. Fun, sassy, and loved by all ages
July 27 - Olivia Millerschin - Top 4 on America's Got Talent; 20-year-old phenom from Rochester MI
Aug. 3 - Project 6 - Scarkazm rockers play acoustic favorites from the 70's through today
Aug. 10 - Full Circle - Classic rock with strong vocal harmonies
Aug. 17 - Trombones Plus with Ali Ryerson - Brass band with world-renowned jazz flutist
> Print this schedule (PDF)
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BRI and Wright Builders support crowdfunding for Avalanche trails
The Top Of Michigan Mountain Bike Association is spearheading the development of 10 miles of trails at Boyne City's Avalanche Preserve . The group hopes to raise $100,000 for the effort through a new online fundraising effort. The campaign is through Michigan-based crowdfunding platform Patronicity. If the campaign reaches its crowdfunding goal of $50,000 by July 23, the project will win a matching grant with funds made possible by the two statewide agencies.
FUND-RAISER - The Boyne River Inn will donate 50% of the evening's proceeds to the trail crowdfunding effort the evening of Thursday, June 16th.
MATCHING CHALLENGE - Local cyclist/builder/zipline creator Todd Wright is challenging Boyne area businesses to donate to the campaign. Todd explained: "I'm ready to wield my (mightier than the sword) pen to DOUBLE match any donations from area businesses! Yup, that's right... you throw in $100 and I'll throw in $200. Throw in $500 and I'll throw in $1,000. It's really fairly simple math." Todd is willing to donate up to $2,500 towards these matches.
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Customer service seminar offered - just in time for summer
 Registration is now open for a Hospitality the Little Traverse Way seminar on June 16. This program is designed to be a low-cost, comprehensive program to teach front-line staff the fundamentals of exceeding guests' expectations while giving them a greater understanding of the Hospitality the Little Traverse Way Service Culture. This session will take place at North Central Michigan College in the Student and Community Resource Center, Room 550. Doors will open for a half hour before the session begins and light snacks will be provided. Cost is $20 per person. This training opportunity is for business owners, managers, or front-line staff to teach guest service fundamentals. The training is designed for all businesses and just in time for the upcoming summer season. Hospitality the Little Traverse Way is a program hosted by the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce and supported by the Boyne Area Chamber and 9 other businesses and organizations. Registration and details.
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"A front-row seat to interact with the community's most influential leaders"
 Is someone on your staff ready to be a part of an acclaimed leadership training program? Business men and women looking to enhance their leadership skills are encouraged to apply for the Leadership Charlevoix County program. LCC is a comprehensive training experience for community members seeking to play a more active leadership role in their workplace and their communities. Entering its sixth year, the program creates community awareness, networking opportunities, and focuses on leadership skill development through an educational and hands-on curriculum. > Here are some comments from Dan Reynolds, who completed the program in 2014: "What I expected was a series of lectures and exercises. What I got was a front-row seat to witness and interact with the community's most influential leaders, a network of resources I will depend on throughout my career, and a new perspective on what it means to be a leader." Dan is the public information officer for the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, based in Charlevoix. > ANYONE INTERESTED in participating in the 2016-17 class is invited to visit www.leadershipcharlevoixcounty.com for information and application forms. The program was founded by the Charlevoix, Boyne and East Jordan Chambers, and more information is available by calling Jim Baumann at the Boyne Area Chamber at 231-582-6222.
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Challenge Mountain Resale Store grand opening set for June 18
 Thanks to the commitment of a generous community of donors and supporters, Challenge Mountain is excited to announce the grand opening of its new resale store at 1100 Boyne Ave. in Boyne City. The new location of the Challenge Mountain Resale Store will be open for business on Saturday, June 18 and everyone is invited to join in the celebration. The ribbon cutting will be at 10 a.m. sharp and from then to 1 p.m., attendees will enjoy food and fun while shoppers receive a 20% - 50% mystery discount off their purchase and Challenge Mountain tote bags - available while supplies last. Proceeds from Resale Store sales help Challenge Mountain enrich lives and empower individuals living with disabilities through year-round adaptive recreation so mark your calendars to experience great shopping, great savings for a great cause. Over the last six months, Challenge Mountain Board President, Bill Aten has led a crew of volunteers and contractors who have been working tirelessly to have the store ready for the summer months. The open floor plan of the new facility offers a greatly improved shopping experience and the donation area is easily accessible for dropping off items.
> For more information, visit www.challengemtn.org or contact Executive Director Elizabeth Gertz Looze at director@challengemtn.org or call 231-582-1186.
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Charlie Harrett
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Boyne Boat Yard names Charlie Harrett as president
Charlie Harrett has been appointed President of Boyne Boat Yard, a Van Dam Company. Harrett joined the business in January of 2015 as General Manager, and had an immediate impact on the growth and success of the company. He brought with him a lifetime of experience in the boating industry, competitively racing high performance sailboats, building world class racing sailboats, and managing operations for a successful marina. Charlie's enthusiasm for boating is infectious and as president of Boyne Boat Yard he assumes responsibility for its growth and for maintaining the commitment to the quality of service for which the Van Dam name is known. He believes that Boyne Boat Yard's success is dependent on the people in the organization, and Charlie is putting together a team that is experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate about the success of the business. One of Charlie's initiatives is growing Boyne Boat Yard's refit capabilities. He has aptly named it the "Ambassador Project," starting with the purchase and subsequent sale of a vintage 31 ft. Tiara Open and the purchase of a second Tiara to put in the queue. "It is a thrill to have the resources all in one place to do these kind of refits," Charlie said. "And having a world class boatbuilder at our fingertips when needed gives us unlimited capabilities." To learn more about the ambassador project contact Boyne Boat Yard at (231) 582- 5239 or service@boyneboatyard.com.
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It's graduation time for Boyne City Public Schools
Boyne City High School - June 12 @4:00pm BCHS Gymnasium
Boyne City Middle School, 8th Grade- June 14th @ 5:30pm BCMS Gymnasium
Early Learners - June 16 @ 10:30am BCEC Gymnasium
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It's time to register for 4th of July parade and running races
Organizers of the Boyne City 4th of July Celebration remind area residents and visitors that it is time to register for the parade and running races. The celebration features a giant parade at 10 a.m., evening fireworks plus a dozen other activities including the Waterside Arts and Crafts Show, a wacky raft race and duck race in the Boyne River, Soapbox Derby for kids, lots of food, and children's games. The festival is centered in Veterans Memorial Park on the shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix. There will be live music from 1 to 7 p.m. in the park all day. Info and full schedule: www.boyne4thofjuly.com.
> The theme for this year's 10 a.m. parade is "Rock 'N' Roll, and here is the parade application form; there is no entry fee. Barb Bryant and her race committee also have applications available for the 10k and 2-mile Independence Day Run, which annually draws 1,000 participants to the scenic running course along Lake Charlevoix.
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 Hear about advances in audiology at American House
Join the caring staff and friendly residents of American House Charlevoix for an informative Hearing and Wellness Clinic at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 21. Audicare Hearing Center will be discussing early warning signs of hearing loss and providing updates on the latest hearing technology and hearing aides. While you're here, you can tour our beautiful community, see our lovely apartments and experience our world-class amenities for yourself. American House is located at 615 Petoskey Ave., Charlevoix, phone (231) 547-2599. Americanhouse.com
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Classic car insurance is important
Classic car insurance is critically important in protecting your latest investment. Whether you purchase a muscle car or an antique vehicle, you must be insured. Discover your insurance options today. Since you have purchased a classic or antique vehicle, you'll also want to properly insure your investment. When insuring a classic car, you must consider how you will be using the vehicle:
Will you only drive the vehicle to car shows or in a few parades? If so, your policy should be limited to those circumstances. Are you going to use your antique vehicle to go to the grocery store, hit the beach or visit a relative? Then your policy should reflect this kind of use.
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WELCOME, NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS
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Great Lakes Center for the Arts
 800 Bay Harbor Drive
Bay Harbor, MI 49770
Jill O'Neill - Executive Director
Phone: 231-439-2600
Experience world-class cultural performances and events in Northern Michigan. Years in the making, the Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor will break ground in 2016, and the curtain will go up on its first performance in 2018. The Center will be a regional, national and international destination for the cultural arts and intellectual dialogue. Programming will include popular, classical, jazz and country music performances, theatrical productions, music festivals, opera, films, dance, lectures and children's series. The future architectural landmark of Bay Harbor will include a 500-seat theater with private box areas, an exclusive donor lounge, rooftop patio and more-all providing limitless possibilities for the arts to inspire, entertain and educate within the Northern Michigan community.
 Serenity Home Care
1766 Bear River Road
Petoskey MI 49770
Rachel Wagenschutz
Phone: 231-535-6075
Email: serenityhc@outlook.com Providing worry-free home care for you and your loved ones while in the comfort of their own homes.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appetit!
Fun video from last Saturday's Dirty Dog Dash at Boyne Mountain
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Boyne City SOBO Arts Festival set for June 24-25
 The 7th annual Boyne City SOBO Arts Festival will be an interactive art extravaganza on June 24 and 25, from noon to 6 p.m. in Sunset Park. Committee co-chair Becky Harris commented, "In the spirit of encompassing all arts, this family-friendly interactive art festival is about creating an experience through art. Stations will invite guests to interact in a variety of art forms in an engaging, entertaining and collaborative way." The event will kick off Friday night during Stroll the Streets with the celebration and installation of 9 new sculptures in the second year of the Walkabout Sculpture Tour. In all, there will be 12 sculptures in the tour, scattered about town and ready for enjoying. Saturday events include a Plein Air Paint-Out Competition taking place throughout town from 8 am to 3 pm. Family-friendly activities include interactive stations that will be placed throughout Sunset Park where everyone can enjoy music, dancing, a puppet show, puppet-making workshops, a paint graffiti wall, a chalk wall, selfie photo opportunities, live statues, art vignettes, pottery making, gratitude stations, Salvador Dali and more. Bring the entire family for an afternoon of artistic, hands-on fun.
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 American Legion Riders plan motorcycle Poker Run June 11
The Boyne City American Legion Riders are planning their first annual Poker Run for Saturday, June 11. All vehicles are welcome to participate for a $10 donation. Riders should register from 12-2 p.m. at Friggy's Sobo Pub. The first bike out is at 12:30 and last bike in is at 5:30. The event also finishes at Friggy's, and a portion of the sales of designated menu items will be donated to the Legion. A 50/50 drawing will be held, and door prizes will also be given out. For further information, call Roger at 231-330-1649.
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RSN to broadcast baseball and softball regional games Saturday
 Congratulations to the Boyne City High School's Lady Rambler Softball and Rambler Baseball Teams, which both won district championships last week. The Rambler Sports Network will bring you live audio broadcasts of the regional tournament games from Charlevoix High School this Saturday. The broadcast will begin at 9:45 a.m. for the boys regional semifinal vs. Manton, and go straight through the 12 noon girls regional semifinal game vs. Traverse City St. Francis. If both BCHS teams win, RSN will be broadcasting two regional final games simultaneously beginning around 2 p m. To listen to the games, visit www.boyne.k12.mi.us and click on the graphic; there is no password for these games. Make sure to thank the broadcast sponsors, Brett Binkley & Jim Evans of Pat O'Brien Real Estate, Dr. Danielle Swartz Progressive Dental, Great Lakes iPhone Repair and W.B. Builders.
CONGRATULATIONS also go to Boyne City sophomore Anna Harmeling, who finished fourth in the state in the pole vault event behind three older vaulters. Anna cleared 10-feet-6 to match her personal best in the event and earn all-state honors in a field where first place set a new meet record with a clearance of 12-4.
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Boyne Library gears up for summer reading programs
The Boyne District Library is gearing up for Summer Reading. The library's website ( www.boynelibrary.org) is full of information about our summer activities. The Outdoor Adventure Club for kids in grades 2-5 will meet on Wednesdays in July (registration required). The library will host special performances for kids of all ages on Thursdays, beginning June 30th with storytelling for kids and an improv workshop for tweens and teens presented by Story Be Told. We will wrap up with a circus workshop for children ages 4 and up on August 4th with Cirque AmongUs (registration required for this program). Our Summer Reading Challenge this year is for kids of all ages to read (or be read to) for 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Every child who participates will earn a prize. The Challenge begins June 27th and ends August 10th. On Your Mark, Get Set...READ...
Michigan in the Civil War - "Boyne Reads" event on Tuesday
The Boyne District Library is pleased to announce the selection for the One Book, One Community - Boyne Reads 2016 - "Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy" by Karen Abbott. Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy tells the spellbinding true story of four women who risked everything - their homes, their families, and their very lives - during the Civil War. The library has multiple copies of the book and ebook, and they are also available for purchase at Local Flavor bookstore. To kick off the Boyne Reads 2016 event on Tuesday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. the library will host "Michigan in the Civil War." This is a 77-minute presentation that will take you to some of the most historic sites relating to the Civil War in all of Michigan. The highlight of Boyne Reads 2016 will be a visit by Abbott to Boyne City on Oct.4. She will meet with Boyne City High School students at an assembly during the school day, and with the community at an evening presentation.
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Essence Horsemanship offers one-day clinic on July 10
 Essence Horsemanship is offering a one-day horsemanship clinic Sunday, July 10 at a scenic centennial farm just outside of Boyne City. The clinic is open to all disciplines and breeds with a focus on developing better communication on the ground and in the saddle, fine-tuning problem areas and creating a better connection with the horse. There are two classes to accommodate riders at their level - a foundation class in the morning and an afternoon horsemanship class. Grab your horse and your friends and come out to ride or just audit. Classes are in a relaxed group setting with individualized instruction and personal attention for each rider. Contact Amy Skinner at 703-909-9425 for more information or to reserve your spot. Auditors welcome free of charge. Details on their website.
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Kitty Cat Dash 5k benefits Carolena's Critters at Humane Society
 The 1st Annual Carolena Kitty Cat Dash (5K), held during the June 25th Charlevoix Marathon, is a fundraiser for Carolena's Critters. This is a Foster Program at the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. "We would love to have you come join us at the start line and help support this benefit in honor of our beloved Carolena Elowsky," event organizers say. Ten percent of each Carolena's Critters registration will be donated to the Paws (cause). Register here by June 19th. They will start the Kitty Cat Dash as soon as the regular 5k runners take off. T-shirts and cat ears headbands will be also be for sale with proceeds supporting Carolena's Critters. For additional information, contact: Megan LaRue-Kobell at meganlarue@gmail.com.
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"Try for $5 Week" coming to Pointe Health and Charlevoix Fitness
 If you've been thinking about joining a health club, now is the perfect time. It's "Try for $5 Week" at Charlevoix Fitness and Pointe Health. Come in anytime June 13-19 to work out or take a class for just $5. It's a great way to see our facility, try the equipment, enjoy a class, meet our staff and instructors, and learn what a terrific value our membership is. Still not ready to become a member? No worries. We have a variety of club and class pass options that you may utilize until you are ready to make a long term commitment. Charlevoix Fitness is located at Charlevoix Country Club, chxcountryclub.com and Pointe Health is located at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club, sommersetpointe.com. Everyone is welcome.
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Pickleball comes to Rotary Park
Pickleball has arrived in Boyne City. Tennis court #4 at Rotary Park is marked in chalk for pickleball, and that court will be used for a group of pickleball players at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Anyone interested in this sport is invited to stop by and play at this time. If enough interest is shown, the group hopes to have a permanently dedicated court at some time in the future.
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Market continues in Veterans Park on Wednesdays and Saturdays
 The Boyne City Farmers Market continues its outdoor market, open every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at Veterans Park. The market vendors offer seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs; gourmet baked goods and preserves; eggs and cheese; honey and maple syrup; proteins, fish, potted annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, and cut flowers; plus a juried craft market with unique hand-made items for your home or a special gift.
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First auction of season at Boyne Country Antiques June 18th
 A live estate/partial estate and consignment auction on Saturday, June 18th is being billed by auctioneer Scott MacKenzie as "big, fun and entertaining." A food truck will be on site for the auction at Boyne Country Antiques, halfway between Boyne City and Walloon Lake, at 02113 M75 North, Boyne City. If you have items to consign contact Mark at (989) 370-3640. The auction starts at 10 a.m.with previews the day before. It is the first summer auction for Boyne Country Antiques' 3,000 sq. ft. warehouse. They have some beautiful items already lined up and are taking quality consignments now. Two dressers from the Dilworth Hotel will be sold, with proceeds from those itesm benefitting the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. Facebook page.
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Grand opening celebration is Saturday at 52 Weekends in Charlevoix
52 Weekends is having a grand opening at their new Charlevoix location, 227 Bridge St., this Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. Prizes will be drawn every hour and refreshments will be served. "We're new to the neighborhood and ready to celebrate," said owner Lori Herrington. "Stop by and meet our employees, shop our awesome lines and enter to win hourly door prizes." To find out more check out their Facebook page. Phone number is 437-3508.
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Boyne Area Senior Center dinners continue on Wednesdays
Dinners are served from 5 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday at the Boyne Area Senior Center, 411 E Division St, Boyne City. The menu for next Wednesday, June 15, is meatloaf, homemade soup and salad. Theme for the night will be a pre-Father's Day celebration and music will be provided by Adolph Cwik from 5 to 7 p.m. Lunches are served at the Senior Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Suggested donation is $3 for ages 60 and over, and $6 for those under 60. Call (231) 582-6682 for further information.
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FREE FISHING WEEKEND is June 11 and 12. This bi-annual event hosted by the Michigan DNR allows anglers of all ages to partake in the sport throughout Michigan without a fishing license. Out-of-state and in-state anglers alike are welcome to join in on the fun. Please remember that all other regulations apply. To learn more, visit the Michigan DNR website.
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COLLARS FOR A CAUSE - Dave Kring Chevrolet-Cadillac will host the annual Collars for a Cause Adoption Event in coordination with Little Traverse Bay Humane Society on Saturday, June 18, from 10 am - 1pm. Don't miss your chance to add a little extra furry-love to your home with the help of a $50 Dave Kring donation towards each adoption during the event. Plus hot dogs, ice cream, raffle, giveaways, and face painting. Lots of fun. Join us and find your next furry friend - 1861 US 31 North, Petoskey.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
BOAT-IN MOVIES IN THE PARK will be held on Wednesday evenings this summer Walloon Lake Village, in the Village Green Park next to Barrel Back restaurant. Movies start 20 minutes after sunset and can be watched from the park's lawn or from your boat. Tune in your boat radio to listen for sound. For more information call Hotel Walloon at (231) 535-5000. Movies continue through the summer. Here is the schedule for the next few weeks:
June 15 - Field of Dreams
June 22 - UP
June 29 - Father of the Bride
WALLOON WATERSPORTS FESTIVAL - It's summertime and that means it is time for fun near and on the water. Join Tommy's at the June 25th Walloon Watersports Festival for fun the whole family can enjoy. There will be food specials at Barrel Back, paddleboard races, a bounce house for kids, shopping, a show by the Grand City Show Skiers at 11 am and 2 pm, wake surf demos and more. Call 231-535-6039 for details.
RED MESA GRILL, 6-9 p.m. "Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features, live music:
June 14 - Keith Scott
June 21 - Missy Memorial Party w/ Dave Cisco
June 28 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Thursdays, 8-11 p.m.: June 9th - Under the Moon, 16th - Nathan Bates, 23rd - Adam Hoppe. 30th - Chris Calleja.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: June 10th - Nelson Olstrom, 17th - Ben Overbeek, 24th - Roma Ransom.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: June 11th - Davey O, 18th - Sean Bielby, 25th - Roma Ransom.
Beach House, 6-9 p.m.
June 10 - Under the Moon
June 11 - Nelson Olstrom
June 17 - Kellerville
June 18 - Nathan Bates
June 24 - Chris Koury
June 25 - Michelle Chenard
Trophy Room - Bike Night, 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays
June 14 - The Shifties
June 21 - Under the Moon
June 28 - Chris Calleja
Forty Acres Tavern, 7-10 p.m.
June 10 - Nathan Bates
June 11 - Chris Calleja
June 17 - Charlie Reager
June 18 - Ben Overbeek
June 24 - Nelson Olstrom
June 25 - Chris Calleja
Snowflake, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Every Friday & Saturday - DJ Bill Da Cat
Live Street Performers every Friday & Saturday
1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Sunday, June 19. 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.
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HOUDINI DANCE CLUB is open Wednesdays from 7-11 p.m. on the third floor of the historic Odd Fellows Hall at 214 East Water St., next to Boyne City Hardware. The weekly event is hosted by Dan Farrow (DJ Captain Dan). Free lessons are offered to beginners, and dancers will enjoy a variety of Swing, Latin, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, and other popular styles. Admission is $10. Street shoes are not allowed on the dance floor. Info: (231) 675-2935 (voice or text) or DJCaptainDan@yahoo.com.
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City of Boyne City
Is seeking a self-directed individual for a full-time position. Candidate should have excellent public relations, communication, organizational, and computer skills. Minute recording, agenda preparation and basic accounting skills are also desired for this wide ranging, front-line position. Prior experience would be a plus, with a desire for increasing responsibilities within the City's Administrative offices. Comprehensive wage (DOQ) and benefit package. Submit resume, letter of interest, salary history and requirements and 3 references to: Cindy Grice via email to cgrice@boynecity.com by 5:00 p.m. June 17, 2016. EOE
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AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer for Char-Em United Way
Char-Em United Way is in need of an AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteer In Service To America). The position is a volunteer- based job through the Michigan Non-Profit Association that involves a variety of different components. Capacity building and educating the community is the focus for a VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America). The job is a year-long commitment to Char-Em United Way, gaining skills that can help you personally and professionally. A VISTA engages in activities to improve learning and success in low-achieving schools, recruit and manage volunteers, and to build community awareness of poverty to educational achievement. The benefits of being a VISTA is getting a living allowance and after completion of service an education award or a cash stipend. Learn more about AmeriCorps VISTA.
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KINDER CLOSET at Christ Lutheran Church is open from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on June 11 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 DRIVES - American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held:
> Thursday, June 16, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at Boyne Falls School, 01662 M-75 South.
> Monday, June 20, from 12 to 5:45 p.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1303 Boyne Ave.
Lunch is provided. This drive is cosponsored by the church and the Boyne Valley Knights of Columbus.
> To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767).
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 POLITICAL CORRECTNESS - Where to draw the line between political correctness and free speech will be examined at Lifetree Café on Sunday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. The program - titled "Political Correctness: Where Do You Draw the Line?" - includes a filmed interview with former Navy Chaplain Gordon Klingenschmitt, who made national headlines after disobeying a direct order to stop praying "in Jesus' name" while in uniform outside a sanctioned divine service. During the episode, Lifetree participants will be given the chance to share their own opinions and experiences with political correctness. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located 401 S Park St., Boyne City. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions may be directed to Julie Hasse at 231-582-7983 or Lifetree@fpboyne.org.
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BOYNE CITY HALL office hours have changed to 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. We hope this change will allow more customers to visit or contact us before their regular work hours. Traffic at City Hall usually slows in the late afternoon. This time of year most people contacting City Hall late in the day are looking for boat launch passes which can be obtained at the marina evenings, weekends and holidays. Payments due on a specific day will now be due by 4:30 that day. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about our office hours please let us know.
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RUBBISH PICKUP - The City of Boyne City Spring Rubbish Pickup concludes next week. If you live on Main Street or areas south of Main Street, your pickup day will be on Wednesday, June 15. If you are north of Main Street, your days will be on Thursday, with pickup on June 16. Another collection will be held for three weeks starting August 24 and 25. As a reminder, do not put any items out until after 5 p.m. the day before your scheduled pickup, and remember to have it out by 7 a.m. that morning, as the crew will only make one pass through your area each week. Visit the city website for details on items that are permitted and those that are excluded. If you have any questions, contact City Hall at (231) 582-6597.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE Drop-Off for all county residents will be Friday, June 10th, 5-8 pm and Saturday, June 11th, 9 am-1 pm at the county landfill in Ironton. Speed up the process by calling 582-6193 for an appointment. Click here for information on which hazardous items are accepted.
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDY SESSION - The Boyne District Library will host a final exam study session for area high school students on Sunday, June 12th from 1-3:30 p.m. Come feed your brain and prepare for exams with your friends. The library will provide a quiet area for study, as well as snacks and drinks for study breaks. For more information, contact the library at 582-7861 or email Helene Ivie, ivieh@boynelibrary.org.
CREATE: COMMUNITY ARTS STUDIO - We cannot wait to open this fall and be part of the Boyne City Community. Create is currently accepting studio volunteers and youth mentors. Please contact Sara Manchester at 231.459.8840 / sara@healingpaintbrush.com for further information.
"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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