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42nd Polish Festival continues in Boyne Falls
 Thousands are converging on Boyne Falls for the 42nd annual Boyne Falls Polish Festival this weekend. Friday is Youth Day with games, carnival rides, a 4:30 p.m. bike parade, the Horse Pull at 6 p.m. and a family movie at dusk. Saturday starts with the Grand Royale Parade at 11 and music in the Polka Tent beginning at noon. A Battle of the Bands starts at 6 p.m. at the east end of Church Street. Sunday starts with Mass for the 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time, celebrated under the tent at 9 a.m. The Horseshoe Pitching Tournament begins at 11 and the Polka Tent opens at 12 noon. The 4-Wheel Drive Mud Run also starts at noon. Carnival rides continue until 10 p.m. and the festival ends when the tent closes at 11 p.m.
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First steel rises for new Boyne City Hall facilities
The roughly $7 million new City Facilities project for the City of Boyne City has begun to rise from the ground at the old City Hall site on North Lake Street. The old City Hall was demolished this spring. Since March crews from Hallmark Construction and their subcontractors have been preparing the site for the new building, which will house Boyne City's Police, Fire, Ambulance, City Hall, Museum, and historic 1905 tower clock and 1917 LaFrance Firetruck. The first pieces of steel went up this week after new drainage, soil and foundations were installed. In the coming weeks the erection of much more steel and block walls will be clearly visible. As the walls go up, people will notice that the new building will be much closer to North Lake Street than the old building was. The building was designed that way to create more open space closer to Lake Charlevoix. The project continues to remain on schedule and on budget; funding was made possible by a voters who approved a ballot measure last November. The existing Fire Hall and temporary Police Station building will be demolished after the new building is occupied around July of 2017, the 100th anniversary year of the city's LaFrance Fire Truck.
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 Watch this video of the new BC-Charlevoix trail Boyne City to Charlevoix Non-Motorized Trail is now open for the full 3.1 miles from the Boyne City limits through Young State Park to Springwater Beach Road.
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Here are Friday's Stroll the Streets entertainers - with locations
August 5th:
> Strobelite Honey at Coldwell Banker
> Poet Radio at the Chamber
> Scarkazm at corner of Ray and Lake Streets
> Wyatt and Shari Knapp at Harbor House
> Cisco at Pat O'Brien's
> Kowalske Family Band on The Lawn at Lynda's
> Annie Capps at Freshwater Gallery
PLUS Twister Joe, Twisted Style Free Running, and free horse-drawn carriage rides courtesy of RE/MAX Resort Properties.
NOTE: Locations and performers are subject to change.
August 12th:
Amanda Egerer, Don Judd and Friends, Kowalske Family Band, Ruby and the Retros, Sommer Rae Grzech, Straight Forward Bluegrass Band, PLUS Twister Joe, Twisted Style Free Running, and free horse-drawn carriage rides courtesy of RE/MAX Resort Properties.
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Michelle Bommarito giving cooking demos at the Farmers Market
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Celebrity chef Michelle Bommarito will be giving cooking demonstrations on how to make gourmet sandwiches at 9:30 and 10:45 Saturday at the Boyne City Farmers Market. Her appearance is sponsored by the Grain Train Natural Foods Market.
"There is so many great things at the market right now," including local sweet corn and tomatoes, market manager Erica Tosch commented. "Salmon season has just begun and I hear we'll have it tomorrow. Get there before it's all gone. We've got such an abundance right now that its hard to keep track of the new foods showing up. Come enjoy the lovely weather and find something you love." 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.
MUSIC AT THE MARKET - every Saturday during the summer:
06 August - John Richey with Mark Olson
13 August - The Punching Babies
20 August - Steel & Wood
27 August - Charlie Millard
03 September - Holly J. Keller Thompson
FRIENDS FARM MEAL with two farm tours will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, beginning at Coveyou Farm. Then the group moves to Blackbird Gardens for a tour including an appetizer and a drink. The final destination is Walloon Lake Winery with a 4-course meal prepared by Mike Everts of Blackbird Gardens and Real Food Dream Kitchen. This is a benefit for the market, and admission is $75. Seating is limited to 65 people. For more information inquire at the Market Booth or contact Erica Tosch at 231-330-0139.
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Big deals from downtown stores for Sidewalk Sales next weekend
 Nearly every downtown Boyne City store will be offering big discounts during Sidewalk Sales on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 12 and 13. More than 25 stores took part last year. Store owners should send their sale highlights to jim@boynechamber.com as soon as possible. Here's who we have participating so far, and the full list will be on our website and in next week's newsletter:
- 52 Weekends, 101 Water St. 50% to 80% off most summer apparel, home decor, gifts, and accessories.
- Alpine Chocolat Haus, 1 Water St. 20% off all pre-bagged items.
- Boyne City Hardware, 200 Water St. Close-out specials on tools, hardware and housewares.
- Boyne Country Provisions/ Wine Emporium & Market, 127 Water St. - Select wines, beer and accessories up to 25% off inside the stores.
- Boyne District Library, 201 E. Main St. Friends of the Library Used Book Sale in the Red Barn.
- Cindifranco's Cool Stuff, 309 S. Lake St. 40% off most everything in the store. Some exclusions apply.
- Country Now & Then/Up The Lazy River, 211 Water St. Special offers inside and out.
- Fustini's, 120 Water St., will have a bargain table inside and will be doing sampling and demos on a table outside.
- inspired living, 119 Water St. 50% or more off everything we have outside the store - clothing, candles, tea, cards and more.
- Local Flavor Bookstore, 125 Water St. 40% off all used books.
- Mary's of Boyne, 108 S. Lake St. - Sale racks on the sidewalk priced from $10 to $25, inside sales also. New fall fashions arriving daily.
- Peninsula, 209 S. Lake St. Summer clearance up to 50% off. Free paddle with a purchase of paddle board. Free Costa hat with purchase of Costa Sunglasses.
- Red Mesa Grill, 117 Water St. 20% off all merchandise including t-shirts, hats, glasses, hot sauces and more.
- Smitten Designs Studio, 118 Water St. 50% or more off on items displayed outside the store.
- Subway, 114 Water St. Free cookie with any purchase.
- More stores will be added soon.
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Dinner and video honor the contributions of BC volunteers
Are you one of Boyne City's many community volunteers? Meet us downtown for a Community Gratitude Dinner hosted by Boyne City Main Street and local service clubs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 8. Boyne City is a special place. We often hear from visitors and residents of neighboring communities: "Boyne City is amazing - how in the world do they do it?"
We are surrounded by natural beauty, we have great restaurants and businesses, and we have exciting events and activities throughout the year. But what makes Boyne City special is our people - YOU! Our people are dedicated to making Boyne City a great place to live, work and visit - and therein lies the magic. We all work together to get things done!
We're going to close the street and enjoy some music, good food and each other. We will have a long table set for you - our community - to come together to celebrate another successful summer season and celebrate Boyne City. If you have helped in any way to make our community better, this invitation is for you. Please mark your calendar now and watch for more information on our celebration of you.
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Labor Day Weekend Drag Race planning meeting set for Tuesday
The first committee meeting of the annual Boyne City Labor Day Weekend Drag Race will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 9th in the Boyne City Hall Conference Room. The volunteer-driven event will be held from Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, September 4th at the Boyne City Municipal Airport, located at 1048 Main Street in Boyne City. The annual fun and family-friendly event drew over 90 vehicles of all varieties to race down the 1/8-mile strip on the airport runway. Anyone interested in helping with the event is encouraged to attend the committee meeting or contact the Boyne City Hall at 231.582.6597 for more information.
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City and Consumers upgrading street lights to save money
Beginning late next week Consumers Energy is scheduled to begin replacing 149 Mercury Vapor (MV) streetlights throughout Boyne City with high efficiency Light Emitting Diode (LED) fixtures. The City contracted to have the work done at a cost of $12,251 instead of having the streetlights converted to High Pressure Sodium (HPS) fixtures. While that work would have been done at no initial charge, the HPS lights would not have been as energy efficient and would have given off an orange light that Boyne City has been moving away from for over a decade.
The LED lights will give off a more natural white light, which is closer to the light quality of the old MV streetlights that are being replaced. Because the new LED lights cost less to operate per month than the ones they are replacing, the city will end up saving more money than they are spending on the project in two and half years or less.
Questions or comments streetlights can be directed to Boyne City Hall at 231.582.6597. Full press release.
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Fundraising workshop aims to help nonprofit groups
 The Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation are partnering to provide a workshop for area non-profit organizations. Organizations serving Charlevoix and Emmet Counties are invited to attend a workshop entitled, "How to Effectively Raise Gifts for your Organization." The workshop will take place at the Charlevoix Public Library on Friday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The lead speaker is Carole Pence, President of Pence Consulting, a Michigan based consulting firm. Admission is $10 and the deadline for pre-registration is Sept. 16. To register and pay online, go to: https://www.c3f.org/
> Make a Gift > Online Donation Fund > Drop down and select > Workshop Registration > Other Amount>$10. Complete all donor and payment information. Questions? Contact Maureen maureen@c3f.org or by phone at the CCCF at 231-536-2440.
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Leadership Charlevoix County seeks part-time program coordinator
Leadership Charlevoix County is looking for a new program coordinator. We are looking for a dynamic, organized person to work part-time leading a great and growing program that has graduated 73 leaders in the past five years. This position averages about 15 hours a week, year-round. Click here for a detailed job description. Interested applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest by August 17 to leadershipcharlevoixcounty@gmail.com. Leadership Charlevoix County is sponsored by the Boyne City, Charlevoix and East Jordan Area Chambers of Commerce. For further information, visit www.leadershipcharlevoixcounty.com or contact your local chamber.
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Boyne Area Chamber looking for two board members
The Boyne Area Chamber has two vacancies on its Board of Directors. Any current chamber member interested in being considered for a seat on the board is invited to contact board president Mike Doumanian (mdoumanian@boyne.com) or executive director Jim Baumann (jim@boynechamber.com) by August 11th. Current board members.
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Friends of the Boyne River plan Aug. 10 Annual Meeting
The Friends of the Boyne River invites members to the 2016 annual membership meeting and potluck supper on Wednesday, Aug. 10th, 5:30 pm, at Veterans' Park pavilion, Boyne City, rain or shine. Catered meat and non-alcohol beverages are provided. No RSVP necessary and there is no charge. Bring a dish to pass, visit with other members, vote for board members, and hear about FoBR accomplishments over the past year. Awards to be announced. Your friends are always welcome.
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Be careful if you're thinking of renting out your home
You may be considering renting out your home for extra income while you're away for an extended period of time. Though this seems like an ideal solution for families with extra room to spare, it can pose liabilities. Checking the references of potential renters is vital when determining if you will open your home to strangers. If you uncover any red flags while checking references, do not agree to rent your home, even if you are afraid of hurting someone's feelings. Your first priority should be to protect yourself and your property. Take the following considerations to heart in order to protect your home. Flier with more tips.
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WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS!
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CC's Cleaning Boyne City, MI 49712
Carolyn Henderson & Crystal Shugar
Phone: 231-459-6606
Email: cvallad@gmail.com About Us: Let CC's Cleaning do the work for you. We offer home, office, and construction clean-up. We also clean windows. We use all natural cleaning products.  Brandmatic, LLCBoyne City, MI 49712 Nick PulverPhone: 231-675-4591Email: nick@brandmatic.agencyWebsite: www.brandmatic.agencyAbout Us: We make smartphone apps for small businesses. Not just an iPhone App, not just an Android App, but BOTH! In fact, our apps are tailor-made to fit your specific business needs and they're compatible with all smartphone platforms. Will it work on my iPhone? Of course. Will it work on my ZTC phone? Yep. What about my Alcatel? It HAS to work on my Alcatel. You bet! All platforms.  Barnadyn Building ServicesBoyne Falls, MI 49713 Steve BarnadynPhone: 231-838-6421Email: sbarnadyn@gmail.comAbout Us: Residential, and Remodeling. Any small job from concrete to drywall. We specialize in custom trim, additions, repairs, all finish work, tile work, painting and even some landscape work.Bay Area ManagementBoyne City, MI 49712 Robert Earl - PresidentPhone: 231-330-0916Email: bob@bayareamanagement.netWebsite: http://camsllc.net/ About us: Condominium and Homeowner Associations have unique requirements for management, bookkeeping and maintenance. Many associations have discovered the value of professional management that provides support to the Board of Directors and relieves them from the time consuming duties of self-management. Capitol Area Management Service, LLC is experienced in the special needs of association management.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appétit!
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Full Circle brings classic rock to the Aug. 10 Gazebo concert
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Next Wednesday's Evenings at the Gazebo concert will feature Full Circle, a local classic rock band formed in 1969. Although each band member has been involved in many different projects (and other careers) over the years, two original members (Nick Lilak and John Slough) are still leading the current line-up. In 2006, they convinced Roger Lilak to join the band on bass guitar/vocals, and during the past few years, Full Circle has added local percussionist Graham Fineout for most shows. Full Circle's primary musical focus is classic rock or "nostalgia rock" from the late 60's through the 80's. During their shows, Full Circle plays a wide variety of popular tunes while always keeping vocal harmonies at the forefront.
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: Bob Mathers Ford, Boyne City Hardware, Industrial Magnetics Inc., Joyce & Gordon Lambie, Lynda's Real Estate Service, 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 bratwurst, hot dogs and root beer floats at the concerts. For more information, call the chamber at 231-582-6222 or visit www.gazeboconcerts.com.
Evenings at the Gazebo schedule for the rest of the summer:
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 - Kowalske Family Band - Folk rock/pop with a touch of country and John Denver.
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Walloon Woodies parade into the village Saturday morning
You can step back in time for a short while on Saturday morning when two dozen Walloon Woodies parade their boats down Walloon Lake. The 4th annual Walloon Woodies event starts with wooden boat owners gathering at Wildwood Harbor Basin promptly at 10:30 a.m. Then they parade down the lake to the village, where they will park at the shoppers dock from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. For more information, call event organizers Wally Kidd, (231) 838-2700, or Bob Marquardt, (231) 535-2936.
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Antique autos and Flea Market bargains coming next weekend
The 43rd Annual Antique Auto Show and Flea Market is coming to Veterans Memorial Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 13 and 14. Spectator admission is free for this popular event on the shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix. The Boyne Country Region Antique Automobile Clubs of America sponsors the auto show, which includes two classes of antique cars and another class of muscle cars and hot rods (no rat rods). More than 40 vendors are expected for the giant flea market, organized by the Boyne City Fire Department, which also operates the food concession. Vendor spaces, 10 by 20 ft. in size, are available for only $20. Proceeds from vendor spaces and concession sales benefit the Boyne City Fire Department's equipment fund. More information and registration forms for the auto show and flea market are on the event website, www.boyneantiqueautoshow.com.
> Because these events are held in Veterans Park, the Boyne City Farmers Market will move for one day only to Peninsula Park on Front Street next Saturday, Aug. 13.
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County fair opens Aug. 23; Chamber sells Monster Truck tickets
 The 111th annual Emmet-Charlevoix County Fair at the Petoskey Fairgrounds kicks off for the public on Tuesday, Aug. 23 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 28. The Michigan Monster Truck Shoot Out roars back to the Fair on Thursday, Aug. 25. Monster Truck tickets are available at the Boyne Area Chamber office, 28 S. Lake St., Boyne City. Admission: Pre-buy, 2 for $25, single $17 for ages 13 and up. Day of show $17 each for ages 13 and up; ages 2-12, $8 each. Age 2 and under admitted free. Country bands "Parmalee" and "Love and Theft" will be co-headlining the grandstand events. The bands will perform on Saturday, Aug. 27, starting at 7 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. All Grandstand tickets are available in advance at the Fair Office inside the Fairgrounds, 1129 Charlevoix Ave., Petoskey, or by calling (231) 347-1010; or at the gate. Full schedule on fair website.
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Woofstock features dog contests, food and music on Saturday
Mackinaw Trail Winery in Petoskey will host the Charlevoix Area Humane Society's third annual Woofstock pet and music event on Saturday, Aug. 6. See and hear live music on three stages. As for the woof - there are plenty of pet-themed events for you and your dog to enjoy, including agility demonstrations, dog pulling competitions, and the parade of paws. You can enter your furry friend in one of Woofstock's many Mutt Minster contests - including the Frisbee-catching contest, most obedient, and least obedient. Admission is a donation at the gate, and all proceeds benefit the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. Woofstock is presented by Ruff Life Pet Outfitters, FirstMerit Bank, Mackinaw Trail Winery, Blissfest Music Organization, and Lite 96.3. For information, call Full schedule on website.
> Other upcoming Humane Society events:
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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Treasure Lake Charlevoix - a Poker Run for the regular boats
The Lake Charlevoix Association is planning an event that might be described as Boyne Thunder for regular-sized boats. And the theme is "clean and safe boating." The association will hold its first-ever Treasure Lake Charlevoix Poker Run on Friday, August 12. Between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. participants will spend a leisurely day on the lake traveling to collect 5 cards needed for a poker hand. Afterwards, there will be a reception at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club. Appetizers will be provided and a cash bar available. Sponsors have donated items that will be sold via silent or live auction. Proceeds go to projects that protect Lake Charlevoix. More info and registration.
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 Children's author will sign books tonight at Local Flavor
Jeffery Schatzer, author of "The Runaway Garden," "The Bird In Santa's Beard" and other children and young reader books, will be signing his books tonight, Friday, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Local Flavor Bookstore in downtown Boyne City. On top of traditional academic credentials, Schatzer holds a Bachelor of Santa Claus degree from the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School, one of the oldest schools of its type in the world. Additionally, he is considered an expert on the history of Christmas in the United States and an authority on the poem, 'Twas the Night before Christmas." He is also an adjunct professor of business communications studies for Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee.
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Raven Hill hosts 5k run and 1-mile fun run/walk Saturday
 Raven Hill Discovery Center is hosting its first 5K run and 1-mile fun run/walk. The 5k Raven Run begins at 9 am on Saturday, August 6, so get ready and start running. The entry fee for the 5k run is $20 per person and for the 1-mile fun run/walk, it is $5 per person. The challenging Raven Run 5k takes place on the campus of Raven Hill Discovery Center and continues through Raven Ridge Nature Preserve. The run includes a variety of fun educational activity stations along the way. Proceeds benefit programming at Raven Hill. For more information or to register, go to the center's new website: miravenhill.org or call 231.536.3369.
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Combined services for Boyne City, Boyne Falls Methodist Churches
The Boyne Falls and Boyne City United Methodist Churches are holding a combined service at 10 a.m. this Sunday, Aug. 7. There will be no service held in Boyne Falls this Sunday. A service of Jubilee is taken from the story found in Leviticus Chapter 25. Essentially, it is God giving His people a chance for a new beginning. We will have an old-fashioned church social following the service. Bring a favorite dish to share. Following our meal together, there will be games (courtesy of our youth) and entertainment (courtesy of Jim Pickrell and friends). You won't want to miss this. Invite a friend.
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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. 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.
> Here is the dinner schedule:
Aug. 10th serving Baked Fish, music by Cal Manio
Aug. 17th serving Meatloaf, music by the Petoskey Chorale
Aug. 24th serving Chicken, music by Monty Loper
Aug. 31st serving Cooks Choice, music by the Sunshine String Band
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FREE LUNCH FOR KIDS - Boyne Falls School is offering a free lunch to everyone 18 years and younger each weekday, 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Boyne City Presbyterian Church at 401 S Park. Lunch is also available at Boyne Falls School at 1662 M75 South at the same time. Stop in for a great lunch prepared by Chef Nathan Bates, absolutely free.
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Polish Festival music
FRIDAY, Aug. 5
Noon - 5 p.m.: Virgil Baker and Just 4 Fun Band
5:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.: Box On alternating with Polka Brothers - (From New York)
SATURDAY
Noon - 5 p.m.: Box On
5:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.: Darrell Weltin & The New Brass Band alternating with New Generation
6 p.m. - Battle of the Bands
SUNDAY
Noon - 5 p.m.: Judy and Her Suchey Brothers
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.: The Cookies (open to all ages)
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 7 MONKS TAPROOM, 202 S. Lake Street, Suite A, Boyne City, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
> Wednesday, Aug. 17 - Brett Mitchell,
> Thursday, Aug. 18 - Luke Winslow King. Grand Opening Celebration: Friar's Union Membership drive, rare craft beers from our brewery friends near and far.
> Wednesday, Aug. 31 - Levi Britton
Friday, Aug. 5 - Chris Koury Saturday, Aug. 6 - Jabo Bihlman Friday, Aug. 12 - Pat Ryan Saturday, Aug. 13 - Ben Overbeek Friday, Aug. 19 - Pat Ryan
Nelson Olstrom - August 9 and 23; and Sept. 4 Nathan Bates - August 16 & 30.
7-10 p.m. "Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features and live music:
August 9 - Kellerville
August 16 - The Pistil Whips
August 23 - Sydney Burnham
August 25 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Thursdays, 8-11 p.m.: August 11th - Mac Dralle, 18th - Abigail Stauffer, 25th - Jake Allen
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: August 5th - Brett Mitchell, 12th - Ben Overbeek, 19th - Kellerville, 26th - Teddy Richards.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: August 6th - Nelson Olstrom, 13th - Jeff Bihlman, 20th - Under the Moon, 27th - Nathan Bates
Beach House, 6-9 p.m.
August 5 - Nathan Bates
August 6 - Chris Calleja
August 12 - Chris Koury
August 13 - Under the Moon
August 19 - David Cisco
August 20 - Nelson Olstrom
August 26 - Charlie Reager
August 27 - Michelle Chenard
GiGi's Tiki Hut at Beach House, 1-4pm Saturdays
August 6 - David Cisco
August 13 - Kellerville
August 20 - Chris Calleja
August 27 - Under the Moon
Trophy Room - Bike Night, 6-9pm Tuesdays
August 9 - The Shifties
August 16 - Michelle Chenard
August 23 - David Cisco
August 30 - Chris Calleja
Forty Acres Tavern, 7-10pm
August 5 - Michelle Chenard
August 6 - Ben Overbeek
August 12 - Nelson Olstrom
August 13 - Charlie Reager
August 19 - Under the Moon
August 20 - Nathan Bates
August 26 - Chris Koury
August 27 - Chris Calleja
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)
Sunday, August 7th, 2-5pm, Cisco
Tuesday, August 9th, 1-3pm, Nelson Olstrom
Wednesday, August 10th, 1-3pm, Pistil Whips
Thursday, August 11th, 6-9pm, Cisco
Saturday, July 13th, 6-9pm, 3 Hearted
Sunday, August 14th, 2-5pm, Kellerville
Tuesday, August 16th, 1-3pm, Nelson Olstrom
Tuesday, August 16th, 6-9pm, Kellerville
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:
August 10 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
August 17 - The Wizard of Oz
August 20 - Dennis the Menace (Saturday)
August 24 - Despicable Me
August 31 - ET
September 2 - Field of Dreams (Saturday)
Open Friday and Saturday, Aug. 5-6 from 7 to 10 p.m. $6 entry, $2 skate rental.
BC LANES, 1191 M-75, Boyne City, is taking this weekend off for the Polish Festival and will be reopen Friday and Saturday nights, Aug. 12-13, then will be open 7 days a week. The Monday Night Men's League meeting is set for 7 p.m. Aug. 15, and the Wednesday Night Men's League will meet Aug. 17th. These meetings are for all bowlers, not just the captains. BC Lanes and the Venue Sports Bar are also hiring for all positions; click here to fill out an application. Info: 231-582-6353
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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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Boyne Thunder merchandise available Aug. 19 at Stroll the Streets
 It's not too late to purchase 2016 Boyne Thunder merchandise. We have inventory left and will have it on sale at Stroll The Streets on Friday, August 19. Don't miss your chance to have a souvenir from the 2016 event. If you can't make it that night and would like to purchase something or need more information, call Linda Burnham at 231-582-1768.
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 COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT thanks all who donated food items and/or money for our Manna Food Project Drive in June and July. The Boyne City Coldwell Banker office collected enough donations to purchase 84 lbs. of food and collected over 20 lbs. of food items. If you're interested in donating, you can still do so by sending a check to Manna Food Project at 8791 McBride Park Dr, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 or by taking your non-perishable food items directly to them. Manna is always needing donations for those less fortunate. We know that the Boyne City area is always stepping up to help those in need.
KINDER CLOSET at Christ Lutheran Church is open from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on August 13th 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.
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LIFE LESSONS - Observations and lessons learned from a terminally ill man will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Aug. 7, at 6:30 p.m. The program, "Facing a Terminal Illness: Insight's From a Dying Man," features a filmed interview with Richie Bertoletti-a cancer patient who chronicled his last days through artwork and dramatic storytelling. "Right now, my life is still precious. It's precious simply because I love people," said Bertoletti. Lifetree Café is located 401 S Park St., Boyne City. It 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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STARTING A BUSINESS? Individuals in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of accessing capital, or simply considering self-employment, will have the opportunity to attend a Starting a Business workshop Thursday, August 11 in Petoskey. The workshop is being offered by the Northwest Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with North Central Michigan College, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room 536 of the North Central Student and Community Resource Center, 1515 Howard Street. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required by contacting the SBDC at 231-922-3780 or registering online.
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 VISITORS GUIDE - The Boyne Area Chamber's Visitors Guide/Business Directory is 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.
> 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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