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Here's what's on the schedule for the rest of Boyne Area summer
We've reached the halfway point of summer, and we've had a fun Art Festival, 4th of July, Boyne Thunder and Food Truck Rally. But wait, there's more! Visit our Special Events page for links to more information, and mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
July 28-31 - Antique Flywheelers Show, Walloon Lake
July 28 - Street Beats music in the street with the Jon Archambault Band, 300 block of Lake Street, Boyne City, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
July 30 - Classic Instruments NSRA Car Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Aug. 6 - Beat the Heat Tour bike ride around Lake Charlevoix
Aug. 6 - Walloon Woodies boat parade
Aug. 12-13 - Sidewalk Sales, downtown Boyne City
Aug. 13-14 - 43rd Annual Flea Market and Antique Auto Show
Sept. 4 - Labor Day Drag Races, Boyne City Airport, noon to 5 p.m.
Sept. 10 - Boyne Area Archery Club 2nd Annual 3D Fun Shoot, Avalanche Preserve
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Here are Stroll the Streets entertainers for next two Fridays
> July 15: Awesome Distraction, Don Rivers Band, Kowalske Family Band, Rustic Heart, TC Knuckleheads, The Vertical Worship Team, Vasco Zucchiatti and Andy Miller on The Lawn at Lynda's, Twister Joe, Twisted Style Free Running, and free horse-drawn carriage rides courtesy of RE/MAX Resort Properties.
> July 22: Not Quite Right Band, Kowalske Family Band, Peacemeal String Band, Randy Reska & John Reimer, Sunshine String Band,Sweet Lou Thumser on The Lawn at Lynda's, Twister Joe, Twisted Style Free Running, and free horse-drawn carriage rides courtesy of RE/MAX Resort Properties.
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 $400k grant brings Safe Routes to School Boyne City school and city officials and State Sen. Wayne Schmidt this week broke ground on a Safe Routes to School sidewalk project to encourage a healthy and safe way to get to school. The Michigan Department of Transportation approved a $400,000 grant to help complete the project, which will add more than a mile of new sidewalks as well as traffic signs and improved crosswalks to Boyne City Schools. The plan is for the project to be completed in time for this upcoming school year. |
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Historic Dilworth inventory auction benefits Humane Society
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This clock is one of the auction items.
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Scott MacKenzie and the Charlevoix Humane Society will be holding a Wolverine Dilworth Hotel inventory liquidation auction at 1 p.m Saturday, July 23. They will be auctioning off 16 antique dressers and other inventory from the century-old hotel, including wicker mirrors and furniture, formal oak dining room table with 6 chairs and 3 leafs, brass beds and more. Quality consignment and donated items will also be included in this sale. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. vendors will have antiques and collectibles for sale on the Dilworth property before the auction. Booth space is available; the fee will be a percentage of sales, which will also go to the Humane Society. Antiques Road Show style verbal appraisals will be made for a $10 donation from 10 a.m. to noon. If you have items you would like to consign, call Scott at 231-582-6774.
> Other upcoming Humane Society events:
Aug. 6 - WoofStock Pet and Music Festival at Mackinaw Trail Winery, 12-6 p.m. Pet agility demos, dog pulling competition, Dachsie Derby at 3, games, food vendors, pet products, 12 bands on two stages and an open mic stage. Sponsorships are still available.
Aug. 27 - Leader of the Pack Motorcycle Rally. Sponsored by The Nozzlemen Chapter 3. All riders welcome. Ride Antrim and Charlevoix Counties and around Lake Charlevoix with six fun and entertaining stops.
Sept. 23 - Dining for Paws dinner party fundraiser with afterglow for dessert and dancing at the Charlevoix Country Club Shanahan Barn.
WIN A TRIP TO MAUI - The Humane Society is holding a raffle with $50 tickets to win a 7-night trip to Maui or $10,000 cash. Drawing will be held Dec. 16.
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Grandvue breaks ground on greenhouse; Completion in October
The elders, staff and board of Grandvue Medical Care Facility hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking on July 7 to initiate the first phase of the Grandvue Terrace and Recreation Park project. Construction will begin soon to erect a 24-by-30-ft. greenhouse attached to the facility's Horizonvue memory care community. The Grandvue Greenhouse will allow the facility to explore horticultural therapy and move forward in its Eden journey by finding new ways to eliminate loneliness, helplessness and boredom from elders' lives. Studies have shown that "horticultural therapy helps clients learn new skills and regain lost skills. It is a restorative technique to improve memory, attention, sense of responsibility and social interaction with few to no adverse side effects." (Psychiatry Investigation, June 2012). Funding for the greenhouse and the rest of the project was raised by the Terrace and Park Fundraising Committee through the D-I-G (Donations, In-Kind support and Grants) Campaign. The greenhouse project is scheduled for completion in October. Members of the community including representatives of the Charlevoix County Community Foundation, Malpass Foundation, Grand Traverse Construction and the Fundraising Committee were in attendance for the groundbreaking.
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County Transit adds Friday-Saturday night bus service in Boyne area
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Petitions available for 3 Boyne City School Board seats
 Three seats on the Boyne City Public School Board are expiring this year and will be up for election in November. The terms of Lisa Schrock, Billie Reinhardt and Robert South are expiring. July 26 is the deadline to file for the positions, and petitions are available at the County Clerk's office in Charlevoix. Two 6-year terms and one 2-year term are available, and candidates need to specify which term they are running for when they take out their positions.
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Support Avalanche trails project at 7 Monks fund-raiser Monday
 7 Monks Taproom has scheduled a fundraiser to benefit the Avalanche trails project from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, July 18. They will donate 10% of food purchases and $1 for every Shorts beer purchased. 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. Donations to the project now total nearly $40,000. For full trail plans and design notes, visit www.tommba.org. |
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appétit!
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Gazebo concert features singer-songwriter Rachel B
Next Wednesday's Evenings at the Gazebo concert will feature Rachel B, originally from Traverse City. She studied Classical Voice at Interlochen Arts Academy, but always wanted to bend the notes and break the rules with her original music. She nurtured her sound at Berklee College of Music in Boston before dashing from academics to performance. When on a tour in 2014, Rachel fell in love with the city and people in Pittsburgh, PA. She relocated shortly after and decided to take her career into her own hands as a full-time Independent artist. You can find Rachel B performing on stages all over the country, showcasing her debut album "I'm The Boss."
The Boyne Area Chamber produces the summer concert series, which is made possible by support from presenting sponsor Otsego Memorial Hospital - Boyne Valley Clinic, the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau and other business and individual sponsors, including: Pat O'Brien & Associates Real Estate, Porter Creek Fish House, Bob Mathers Ford,
Munson Health Care/Boyne Area Health Center, Harbor House Publishers, Industrial Magnetics Inc., Country Now & Then/Up the Lazy River, Joyce & Gordon Lambie, Lynda's Real Estate Service, Van Dam Custom Boats, Arch & Trish Wright, and Huff Pharmacy.
Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, a picnic dinner and perhaps a bottle of wine - but please leave your dogs at home. 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:
July 20 - Rachel B - Soulful pop. Fun, sassy, and loved by all ages
July 27 - Olivia Millerschin - Top 4 on America's Got Talent; 21-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.
Aug. 24 - Lon Kowalske - Talented local singer and guitarist plays John Denver favorites and more. Just added to the schedule.
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Aten Place welcomes back Ronny Cox
Aten Place is proud to present Ronny Cox on July 23rd at 7:30 pm. This will be Ronny's third appearance on the Aten Place stage. Ronny has endeared himself to Aten Place attendees by being so available prior to his shows, making sure he has met and talked to everyone prior to his performance. This accessibility is an unexpected treat by one of Hollywood's most versatile character actors. His first time in front of a camera featured him playing the guitar in the Dueling Banjos scene in Deliverance, creating one of the most iconic moments in the history of moviemaking. He has also appeared in films like Beverly Hills Cop, Total Recall, Taps, Bound For Glory, The Onion Field, all told over 125 movies and television appearances. Despite his great success in movies and TV, what he says he loves most is singing and playing the guitar. According to him, nothing cuts through to the heart like music. The acting experience simply enhances his musical and song-writing skills.
Aten Place is a 90-plus-year-old oak frame barn with seating for 180, overlooking the Boyne River Valley, in the shadow of Boyne Mountain. It is a non-profit endeavor, and no food or beverage is sold on the premises. Many patrons bring snacks and desserts to share at intermission and there is a covered picnic pavilion for those who wish to come early and enjoy the grounds. Tickets are $16 and can be purchased in advance at www.atenplace.com or calling (231) 549-2076. Advance sales are advised; shows sell out quickly.
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Boyne City Farmers Market includes music every Saturday
The Boyne City Farmers Market features live music every Saturday during the summer. The market is 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. Here is the music schedule for the rest of the summer:
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16 July - Eric Dane Jaqua, One Man Band
23 July - The North Carolines
30 July - Peacemeal String Band
06 August - John Richey
13 August - The Punching Babies
20 August - Steel & Wood
27 August - Charlie Millard
03 September - Holly J. Keller Thompson
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'Taste of Summer' to benefit Good Neighbors Food Pantry
 The Good Neighbors Food Pantry of Boyne City is having a "Taste of Summer" fundraiser the last Saturday in July. At the Farmer's Market that day, until 2 p.m., we will have an area cordoned off with Food Trucks, Wine and Beverage Vendors and a Cookie Sale. For a $5 suggested donation per person they can access the various vendors for some delicious food and drink. The Cookie Sale will have a terrific variety of homemade cookies made by Food Pantry volunteers available by the dozen and half dozen.
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Flywheelers add Senior Citizen Day to their annual show on July 28
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"Life in the Past Lane" at the end of July.
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Many old favorites and a few new options will be on the schedule at the 2016 Northern Michigan Antique-Flywheelers Club's show to be held July 28 through 31. The 29th annual show has the theme of "Red versus Green" and will feature a senior citizens day on July 28 for the first time.
"By discounting the entry price from $7 to $5 for senior citizens 65 and older, we hope to provide an opportunity for more attendees to enjoy some of the things they may have seen or done in their youth," said club member and security coordinator Gary Allen. Allen has been instrumental in bringing "Seniors Day" to this year's show.
Some of the demonstrations and attractions for attendees to enjoy at this year's show include the tractors and engines on display, a shingle mill, a grist mill, a veneer mill, a sawmill, Kiddieland for the youngsters, several museums, blacksmiths and antique automobiles. The event also features the flea market, arts and crafts vendors and demonstrations, musical entertainment, and a variety of delicious foods.
"We have a great group of dedicated members who work on projects all year round to improve the offerings for every show," Colleen Thorne, club secretary stated. "The show is the primary way the club raises money to maintain and expand our educational facilities to share with the public, including the fourth graders from the area during the Student Harvest Days in September."
The NMAF Club is an educational nonprofit organization that uses demonstrations and displays to showcase "Life in the Past Lane" and present many aspects of daily life in rural Northern Michigan in the early part of the last century. The club is an all-volunteer group that invites the public to learn about and relive the past at its annual show in July. It also hosts hundreds of area fourth graders over a four-day period in September for Student Harvest Days. The showgrounds are located on US-131 between Boyne Falls and Walloon Lake. Information on the organization and event can be found at www.walloonlakeflywheelers.com, on Facebook, or by calling President Tim Howard at 989-705-7663.
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Demolition begins; Charlevoix Country Club starts to rebuild
 Demolition of the Charlevoix Country Club clubhouse began Monday. Owner Fred Taylor plans to rebuild as soon as possible, making improvements to the Clubhouse in the process. The goal is for the new Pro Shop and restaurant space to be ready by Memorial weekend 2017 with event space to follow. The new Charlevoix Country Club will be better than before. Meanwhile, the many businesses of the club are carrying on. The Argonne Supper Club is back up and running in their former location on Boyne City Road. Heatherwoods Golf Course continues its busiest season ever and will be hosting the Annual Member-Guest Invitational this weekend. Charlevoix Fitness is running as usual and experiencing a very busy summer. Shanahan's Barn Event and Wedding season continues uninterrupted with one or more weddings per week through October.
The Country Club is incredibly grateful for the outpouring of sympathy and community-wide support received during this trying time. We would especially like to thank the Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce for providing us with office space and services when we had none, Grey Gables, Pigs Eatin' Ribs, A Matter of Taste and Oleson's for taking in and/or catering many of our events on short notice, Ace Hardware for keeping us in tents and getting us back up and running, That French Place for nourishing our bodies and spirits, Great Lakes Energy for getting us powered up, and the many community members and businesses that helped in so many different ways.
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Library hosting Harry Potter celebration and Family Movie Night
 Boyne District Library will be hosting a celebration in honor of the newest installment in the story of the beloved wizard named Harry Potter. On July 31st from 1-6 pm, come join us in our celebration. There will be a showing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I and II. Children of all ages can dabble in potions and create a wand of their own to take home. You can also test your knowledge of the story of Harry Potter in a round of trivia. You may also want to stop in for a treat from The Three Broomsticks or Honeyduke's. You can preorder your copy from the folks at Local Flavor or they will be on hand at the event with copies of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for sale. There is no registration for the program. For more information, call the library at 582-7861 or visit www.boynelibrary.org.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - The library will host the second in its series of three Family Movie Nights, showing The Good Dinosaur on Tuesday, July 19th. Come join us as we enjoy freshly made popcorn and some great movies. The final Family Night event will be a showing of the new movie Zootopia on August 30th. Each showing will begin at 6:30 pm in the Community Room. There is no registration.
LIBRARY NEWSLETTER - Cindi Place has been hired as Reference and Technology Librarian and Alexa Wright is the new Head of Youth Services. Reading Performance schedule: Scheer Genius Magic Show on July 21, the Flying Aces Frisbee Team on July 28 and Cirque AmongUs and a Chef Ming Louis Sushi Workshop for Teens on Aug. 4. Details in the full newsletter.
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Michigan Back Roads author Rademacher to read and sign his books at Local Flavor
If you're planning to travel Michigan, you have to hear his stories and tales of places to journey. Author Ron Rademacher of Bellevue will be signing his books, "Michigan Back Roads" as well as "Three Day Getaways" at Local Flavor Bookstore, 125 Water Street, tonight, Friday, July 15, from 6-9 p.m.. Stop by and listen to his insight and stories of places to visit in Michigan.
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Balanced living to host Connecting with Animals Workshop
 Join Aria Mae of "We Are Animals" for an afternoon journey into the magic of animals from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 23 at balanced living yoga & fusion studio in the Huntington Bank building. She will lead a workshop on "Power and Medicine: Connecting with Animals Workshop," focusing on:
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connecting with power animals.
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understanding how to interpret animal medicine.
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developing and strengthening your intuitive abilities.
Aria carries a deep recognition of the link between animals, human-animals, and ancestors. Come experience a new way of being in relationships with the animals surrounding you, Cost of the workshop is $20 and pre-registration is suggested as space is limited. You can register online, at the studio or at our sister store, inspired living.
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Raven Hill celebrates 25 years at Summer Magic event Saturday
 For 25 years Raven Hill Discovery Center has been the thread that binds connections between science, history and art through exhibits, facilities and programs that provide opportunities for all ages to learn, create, grow and play. The center is holding its Silver Anniversary Celebration, Silver Threads, Summer Magic at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 16, including hors d'oeuvres, wine, entertainment and silent auction. Admission is free. Details.
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 Empty Bowls bowl-making starts tonight
This Friday, July 15, will be the first bowl-making day for the Good Neighbor Food Pantry in Boyne City. We will continue to make bowls and throughout July and August on Friday nights in front of Freshwater Art Gallery at 217 S. Lake St. The Boyne City Empty Bowls fundraiser meal will happen during Harvest Fest on September 24, at the Boyne District Library Community Room. Empty Bowls allows participating people groups to create and donate bowls, then serve a simple meal to raise money for local food pantries.
In Boyne City, community members make and glaze bowls during Stroll the Streets on Friday nights during the summer. For the meal, local farmers and market vendors make a simple, local meal of soup and bread which is served during Harvest Fest. At the meal, guests choose a bowl to use that day and to keep as a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world. In exchange for the meal, and the bowl, guests contribute a suggested minimum donation. One hundred percent of the Boyne City Empty Bowls fundraising effort is given to The Good Neighbor Food Pantry.
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Hospital foundation announces farm-to-table fundraising event
 A unique Farm-to-Table dinner has been organized in support of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Foundation. The event will be held Thursday, July 28 at the Jordan Valley Barn in East Jordan. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the hospital's surgery suite and laboratory renovations, which are currently underway. The project will add a third operating room, new pre- and post-operative patient rooms, and an overhaul of the entire surgery and laboratory units to better accommodate the rapid growth in outpatient procedures. This important project will meet the growing needs of the communities, and is part of the hospital's continual effort to provide high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Caterer Mike Everts of Blackbird Gardens and Real Food Dream Kitchen is creating a delectable, one-of-a-kind four-course meal, all from locally sourced ingredients. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with wine and appetizers, followed by dinner at 6:30. Tickets are $125 per person, a portion of which is tax-deductible, and can be purchased by contacting the Foundation office at 231-547-8501. Seating is limited and reservations are needed by July 15.
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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, July 20, is chicken dinner, homemade soup and salad. Music will be provided by Monty Loper from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Suggested donation is $3 for ages 60 and over, and $6 for those under 60. Lunches are served at the Senior Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Call (231) 582-6682 for further information. The senior center is located at 411 E. Division St.
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Win tickets to Michigan vs. MSU in Hospice 'Raffle for the Rivals'
 Hospice of Northwest Michigan invites the community to participate in their "Raffle of the Rivals." The raffle prize is two tickets to the Michigan vs. Michigan State college football game on Saturday, Oct. 29, at Spartan Stadium and also includes a $500 Visa gift card. The tickets are for seats located at Lower Sideline 24, Row 44. Each raffle ticket is $25 and only 300 tickets are being sold. There are no real losers as all the proceeds of the ticket sales go to Hospice of Northwest Michigan. The ticket drawing will take place at 1 p.m. Sept. 16, at the Charlevoix County Sheriff's Department. You do not need to be present to win. Contact Amy Wieland, Hospice executive director, at (231) 547-7659 for more information or to buy a ticket.
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 ART AND NATURE WORKSHOPS - The Friends of the Boyne River's Education Committee will offer two art and nature workshops for children ages 6-12. The workshops will be held Wednesday, July 20 and Wednesday, July 27 at 10 a.m. at the pavilion at the Boyne River Nature Area on Lexamar Drive, east of Moll Drive in the Air Industrial Park off M-75 in Boyne City. There is no charge and families are welcome. For more information, call 231 582 2434. |
BOYNE VALLEY GARDEN CLUB will hold its next meeting July 28th at 11:30 a.m. This is the Annual Picnic and Plant Exchange and will be held at Whiting Park, 5820 Lakeshore Drive, Boyne City. Please bring a dish to pass with serving utensils. A meeting will follow the luncheon. New members always welcome. Email Cathy for further information - cjholt52@gmail.com.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Fridays - Patrick Ryan | Saturdays - Josh Hall
July 19 - Nathan Bates
July 26 - Nelson Olstrom
RED MESA GRILL, 6-9 p.m. "Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features, live music:
July 19 - Awesome Distraction
July 24 - National Margarita Day Party w/ The Pistil Whips
July 26 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
August 2 - Charles Madison
August 9 - Kellerville
August 16 - The Pistil Whips
August 23 - Sydney Burnham
August 25 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Thursdays, 8-11 p.m.: July 14th - Kasondra, 21st - Chris Calleja, 28th - Nathan Bates.
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: July 15th - Donald Benjamin, 22nd - Kellerville, 29th - Teddy Richards.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: July 16th - Kasondra, 23rd - Under the Moon, 30th - Sean Bielby.
Beach House, 6-9 p.m.
July 15 - Sean Bielby
July 16 - Charlie Reager
July 22 - Chris Koury
July 23 - Kellerville
July 29 - Nelson Olstrom
July 30 - Nathan Bates
GiGi's Tiki Hut at Beach House, 1-4pm
July 16 - Pete Kehoe
July 23 - Under the Moon
July 30 - Chris Calleja
Trophy Room - Bike Night, 6-9pm
July 19 - Nelson Olstrom
July 26 - Chris Calleja
Forty Acres Tavern, 7-10pm
July 15 - Jeff Bihlman
July 16 - Nelson Olstrom
July 22 - Nathan Bates
July 23 - Chris Calleja
July 29 - Charlie Reager
July 30 - Under the Moon
Snowflake, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Every Friday & Saturday - DJ Bill Da Cat
Live Street Performers every Friday & Saturday
THE LANDING, 10231 Ferry Road, Charlevoix (at the Ironton Ferry) Nelson Olstrom performs every Tuesday, 1-3 pm until August 30th
UP NORTH VOCAL INSTITUTE - "Opera boot camp" students present free concerts at the Performing Arts Center of Boyne City High School from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday evening, July 15. They wrap up their month here with a "Gala Opera Scenes" concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 16.
WALLOON LAKE INN - Charlie Millard entertains 7 days a week from 7-10 p.m. Get 10% off when you bring in your classic wooden boat on Woodie Wednesdays.
BOAT-IN MOVIES IN THE PARK - Wednesday evenings in 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:
July 20 - Frozen
July 27 - The Little Rascals
August 3 - Pirates of the Caribbean- Curse of the Black Pearl
August 10 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
August 17 - The Wizard of Oz
August 24 - Despicable Me
August 31 - ET
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WALLOON LAKE SPECIAL EVENTS
July 30 - Celebrate Walloon
Aug. 6 - Walloon Woodies
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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. Free lessons to beginners. 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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Charlevoix County Transit
is accepting applications for part-time bus driver positions. Qualified applicants will minimally possess a Michigan Chauffeur's License and need to obtain a Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement within 120 days of employment. All drivers must meet all bus driver certifications and licensing requirements and must comply with Federal DOT drug/alcohol testing requirements as well as meeting State/Local physical exam requirements. Applicants willing to obtain appropriate licensing will also be considered. Currently hiring part-time drivers for Monday - Saturday afternoon and evening shifts. Applications are available at the Charlevoix County Transit office, 1050 Brockway, Boyne City or on the Charlevoix County website at www.charlevoixcounty.org. CCT is an equal opportunity employer.
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Kristyn Balog, left, of Camp Quality Michigan, accepts $500 check from Julie Wieman of MacGregor Pluming and Heating.
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Camp Quality awarded $500 from MacGregor Cares
Congratulations to June's MacGregor Cares winner, Camp Quality Michigan. July's MacGregor Cares nominees are:
* Brave Heart Estates
* Moms and Tots Center
* Safe Families for Children Char-Em
One of these fine groups will win $500 from MacGregor Plumbing & Heating. Click here to vote. Do you know of a group, organization or fundraiser that needs help in the community? We're here to help them reach their goals. Nominate by clicking here.
Follow us on FaceBook for updates and links to the voting.
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 CHILD SEX SLAVERY - America's growing child sex slavery problem will be explored at Lifetree Café on Sunday, July 17. The program, titled "Child Sex Slaves: America's Disturbing Secret," features a filmed interview Pat McCalla, associate director of the documentary Branded, a film educating viewers about child exploitation in North America. "Child sex slavery has always been around, but it's really exploding in our country right now," McCalla says. "The average age of these children is 13 years old. That's the average, which means there are kids who are even younger." During the program, participants will learn how the growing child sex industry seduces children into the sex trade... the devastating results...and how to encourage children to stay safe. 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. |
 VISITORS GUIDE - The Boyne Area Chamber's new Visitors Guide/Business Directory has 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. 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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"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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Charlevoix County Transit has added service starting at 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and continuing through the summer. There will be 
