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Boyne Boat Yard hosts Business After Hours tonight
 Boyne Boat Yard will host the Boyne Area Chamber's next Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20. There is no charge for admission or refreshments, which will be provided by Smokin' Joe's BBQ and Lake Street Market. The 50/50 raffle will benefit Good Neighbors Food Pantry. Boyne Boat Yard opened their doors in 2013 at 974 E. Division St. as a complement to Van Dam Custom Boats. Charlie Harrett was hired as President of Boyne Boat Yard in January of 2015. The combination of Charlie's decades of experience, Van Dam's vast marine knowledge, and a passionate and appreciative team has produced a premium storage and service experience available to all Boyne Boat Yard clients, old and new.For more information visit www.boyneboatyard.com or call (231) 582-5239. Tours of Van Dam Custom Boats will also be available tonight.
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After Business After Hours: summit to discuss housing needs
The City of Boyne City will be hosting a Housing Summit to discuss the need for additional housing opportunities for people in the region at 7 p.m. tonight, Thursday. The summit will be held at the Boyne Area Senior Center, 411 E. Division Street. City Manager Michael Cain said, "Housing needs have increasingly been affecting people looking to live and work in the area and businesses looking to hire employees. The need for additional housing and exploring ways to address it is one of the City of Boyne City's top goals." Representatives from the City of Boyne City, Networks Northwest, Northern Homes, and area businesses will be attending the meeting to explore the need, housing trends, resources available and possible solutions. This meeting is open to the public.
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Great deals: Restaurant Week continues at 18 eateries
 Special offers continue through Monday, Oct. 24 for Boyne Area Restaurant Week.
Here is the list of all of the special offers, which include lunches and dinners. "Eighteen restaurants and food retailers are participating in what is sure to be a great kick-off to our fall and winter seasons," says Cindy Boal Janssens, volunteer coordinator of the Boyne Appétit! initiative. "Most restaurants with sit-down dining are offering 2-for-1 meal pricing at or under $35."
The Boyne Area Chamber and Boyne City Main Street sponsored a Restaurant Week earlier this spring that was quite successful. "The fact that so many businesses came on board for both of this year's efforts demonstrates just how strong our local food community has become," Janssens said, noting that two new food and beverage establishments - 7 Monks Taproom and the Boyne City Taproom - are participating this fall.
- 7 Monks Taproom
- B.C. Pizza North & South
- Barrel Back (Walloon Lake)
- Bella Vita
- Boyne City Taproom
- Boyne Country Provisions/The Wine Emporium & Market
- Boyne River Inn
- Cafe Sante
- Everett's at Boyne Mountain
- Forty Acres Tavern at Boyne Mountain
- Friggy's SoBo Pub
- Fustini's Oils & Vinegars
- Mountainside Grille (Boyne Falls)
- Porter Creek Fish House
- Red Mesa Grill
- The Venue Sports Bar at BC Lanes
- Thick 'N' Juicy Diner
- Whi-Ski Inn (Boyne Falls)
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Boyne City School Board candidates forum set for Oct. 27
 The Boyne Area Chamber is sponsoring a Boyne City Public School Board Candidates Forum at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the Boyne District Library Community Room. There are six candidates for three seats on the school board. Incumbent board member Lisa Schrock is running unopposed for a two-year term in the November 8th election. Five candidates will be on the ballot for two open six-year terms: Trisha T. Ager, Kristine Brehm, Alison Fuller Mellon, Patricia Hills and Bob South. South currently serves on the board, having been appointed a year ago to fill the seat that became vacant when board member Ed Vondra died in September, 2015. Trisha Ager works in the schools as a substitute teacher and has said that she will choose to remain a teacher instead of serving on the board, if she is one of the winners in the election. District officials told Ager that their law firm has issued an opinion that a conflict of interest law would prohibit her from serving as a board member and a substitute teacher. Details from Petoskey News-Review.
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Chamber members invited to recruit employees at Boyne Job Fair
 Boyne Mountain Resort is inviting Boyne Area Chamber members to participate in their Winter Job Fair. This event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 9th, in the Vienna Room of the Mountain Grand Lodge. Boyne Mountain will be hiring for a number of ski season positions and is welcoming local chamber members to join them for this event. Any member business that would like to recruit employees may reserve a table. Just send an email to Executive Director Ashley Cousens, ashley@boynechamber.com, or call the Chamber at 231-582-6222.
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Booths are selling fast for Business Expo/Taste of Boyne on Nov. 2
More than 80 booths have been reserved, but a few still remain for the Boyne Chamber's 8th Annual Business Expo and Taste of Boyne. The Expo is presented by major sponsor Pat O'Brien and Associates from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at a new location, the Civic Center at Boyne Mountain Resort. This expo is always one of Northern Michigan's largest business networking events, as 1,300 people come to see the local exhibitors. The public is welcome to attend for $5 admission, which includes tastings from 11 food and beverage providers. Exhibitors receive extra admission passes for their employees, friends and clients. A cash bar will be available.
BOOTH SPACE on the Main Level of the Boyne Mountain Civic Center is sold out. Additional space is available on the Lower Level, and booth fees are lower for that area. The Lower Level will have a fun Photo Booth, two food booths, a cash bar, the Boyne City Blaze Robotics Team in addition to business exhibitors.
Taste of Boyne participants announced for Business Expo
- BC Pizza
- Big E's Smoke Shack
- Boyne City Taproom
- Everett's at Boyne Mountain
- Family Fare
- Forty Acres Tavern
- Fustini's Oils & Vinegars
- Smokin' Joe's BarBQ
- The Trophy Room
- The Venue at BC Lanes
- Whi-Ski Inn
> PEOPLE'S CHOICE - New this year: The Taste of Boyne will include "People's Choice" voting for your favorite Taste booth.
> VOLUNTEERS GET FREE ADMISSION - If you'd like to volunteer for a two-hour shift at the Expo, we'll give you two free admission passes. Email ashley@boynechamber.com or call 231-582-6222 if you'd like to help out.
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RESERVE YOUR SPACE in the official guide to the Boyne Chamber Business Expo. The Boyne City Gazette will be printing this full-color magazine-style guide to the Expo once again. 3,000 guides are printed. Of these, 2,000 will be distributed throughout Charlevoix County prior to the event and 1,000 will be given out at the Expo. Open to Chamber members only. Call Chris at (231) 582-2799 or click here to reserve your ad online.
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W.H. White House open house and renovation celebration Oct. 26
 Northern Homes Community Development Corporation has successfully renovated the W. H. White House in downtown Boyne City and completed their 200th affordable housing unit. An open house and celebration of this noteworthy accomplishment will be held at the William H. White House at 417 Boyne Ave. on Wednesday, October 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. Northern Homes renovated the building to create four affordable apartments for adults age 55 or older. William H. White was a business leader in the founding days of Boyne City and started many local businesses including the White Lumber Company, Boyne City Railroad and Wolverine Dilworth Hotel. The house at 417 Boyne Avenue was built in 1903 as Mr. White's residence. However, in the past decade the building had fallen into disrepair and became abandoned in 2008. Details and 1903 photo in press release.
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Sports Medicine Center plans open house celebration next week
 Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center (NMSMC) is hosting a grand opening open house celebration from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 at its new facility at 210 S. Lake St. The celebration will include live music from Billy Oeming from 5-7 p.m., promotional giveaways, facility tours and free pain or injury consultations. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres from Lake Street Market, Boyne Country Provisions and Boyne City Bakery. Started in 1987 by Chuck Smith, Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center is an outpatient facility that provides physical and occupational therapy, aquatic therapy, and specializes in athletic injury rehabilitation. Services include sports medicine, physical and occupational therapy and athletic trainer services specially designed to meet individual needs. In addition to the new location in Boyne City, NMSMC has locations in Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Indian River, and two locations in Petoskey. To learn more about Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center, visit their website.
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RSN to broadcast game live
Ramblers playing for division championship again on Friday
From the Petoskey News-Review: Two weeks into the season, it looked like it might be a long year for the Boyne City football team. Instead, the Ramblers are playing for a league title for the fifth straight year when they travel to Thirlby Field to face Traverse City St. Francis on Friday in both teams' season finale. Boyne City opened the season with back-to-back losses to Gaylord and Charlevoix, but since that point have rattled off five straight wins on the field and picked up a forfeit victory over Benzie Central to clinch a playoff berth at 6-2. The challenge for Boyne City on Friday is immense, as they face an undefeated St. Francis squad that's averaging 43 points per game in an 8-0 start and hasn't given up more than 14 defensively - and that came against Class A Marquette. Full story.
RSN LIVE BROADCAST - Rambler Sports Network will stream the game live starting at 6:45 p.m. Friday. Viewers should simply go to:
The broadcast will also be re-aired on MI News 26, Channel 13 for Charter Cable Users on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 1 pm and again on Sunday ,Oct. 23 at 4 pm. Tweet @teambcvi during the game and your tweet could be live on air.
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Veterans Day features ceremony, free breakfast and free lunch
 The Boyne City American Legion will hold a Veterans Day ceremony in the Legion building, 302 S. Lake St., at 11 a.m. on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11.
FREE BREAKFAST - Veterans and their families are invited to a free breakfast at the North Central Michigan College cafeteria on Veterans Day from 8 to 10 a.m. The college Student Veterans Association and Chase Bank are sponsoring the event to show appreciation to our local veterans and their families.
FREE RIDE, FREE LUNCH - The Charlevoix County Transit System and the Commission on Aging are again working together to provide free rides on Veterans Day for senior veterans to any of the three mainland Senior Centers to receive a free lunch. They should bring their veteran ID card, or a means of identifying themselves as a veteran. If you know any senior veteran in the area, please let them know that Charlevoix County would like to provide them with this small token for all that they have given for the freedom of all Charlevoix County residents.
VETERANS SOCIAL - The community of Boyne City hosts a free social gathering for all veterans from 9 to 11 a.m. on Oct. 25 and the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Boyne Area Senior Center. Coffee and doughnuts will be donated by supportive area businesses. The senior center also offers free lunches to all veterans on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
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Free seminar on Nov. 8:
"Rock Your Holidays" with a great promotion and social media
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It's that time of year - the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us. There is no better time to reach out to your customers, bring new clients in, and boost repeat and referral business. Whether you have a retail shop, provide a specialized service or work business-to-business, or have a nonprofit in need out outreach, the Boyne Area Chamber's Nov. 8th workshop will provide simple, practical tips for closing out 2016 on a high note. From revealing why regular email doesn't work, to insider tips and techniques like automated list building tools and the design elements that work (and those that don't), this seminar will give you the keys to the most effective marketing you can do: email marketing.
7:30-7:45 a.m. - Registration & Networking
7:46-9:30 a.m. - Seminar
Social media marketing expert Kim Schott will present the seminar in the Boyne District Library Community Room. Read Kim's blog for more marketing advice and ideas. No charge for Boyne Chamber members, $10 for non-members; coffee and pastries provided. Advance registration is required.
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Eta Nu's Dress For Chill project keeps kids warm this winter
Winter weather is just around the corner and the Boyne City Eta Nu Women's Organization will be ready when it gets here. The Dress For Chill program has begun. Working with the Head Start Program for Preschoolers and the Boyne City Elementary School, a group of 20 committee members will work to distribute new winter outerwear for students in need. This is the ninth year Eta Nu women have worked on this community project. Last year the "Chill" committee outfitted 163 preschool and elementary students with new jackets, snow pants, boots, hats and mittens. Funds are raised through donations from community organizations, businesses and individuals.
> Donations are tax deductible. Checks may be made out to Eta Nu Charities and sent to P.O.Box 133, Boyne City MI 49712.
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Friday lunch lecture looks at Michigan's energy outlook
 North Central Michigan College's Luncheon Lecture will take a look at Michigan's energy outlook, Friday, October 21. The program will be held in the College's Library conference room. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon. As Michigan's coal-fired power plants are shut down and the demand for clean energy grows, where will future supplies of electricity come from? Norman J. Saari, Michigan Public Service Commissioner, will talk about one of the important areas where technology, the environment and the economy all come together.
Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 or email luncheonlectures@ncmich.edu to reserve your place at the table. Cost is $10 and includes lunch.
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It's time for Garden Club Holiday Wreath and Garland Sale
Once again it's time to order your holiday wreaths and garland ;from the Boyne Valley Garden Club. Their beautiful wreaths are handcrafted of Balsam Fir, White Pine & Cedar. Warm up your home or business with one of these wonderfully fragrant traditional symbols of the holiday season. Or share the joy with friends, families, customers and employees by presenting one of these custom fresh wreaths as a gift. Did you know that it's the money from our three fundraisers that make the 15 gardens about town so beautiful? All orders and money are due by Nov. 12th. Thank you for supporting your Boyne Valley Garden Club. Order form with details and prices.
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June Storm elected president of Boyne Arts Collective
 The Boyne Arts Collective recently held their annual meeting at the Eagles Event Room. Featured guest speakers were Cindy and Glen McCune, local artists. Election of officers for the coming year were held and June Storm will be the incoming President, Bob Wollenberg, Vice President, Joyce Newville, Treasurer, and Judy Feldkamp, Secretary. BAC has had a very successful year in their new home in downtown Boyne City and are planning to continue this momentum into the new year. The BAC is a non-profit organization that promotes art in our community. They rely on financial support from membership, donations, and sales of art. They are located at 214 Water St Boyne City. boynearts.org
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Nov. 11 seminar can help you beat self-defeating habits
The next seminar from the Northern Michigan Society for Human Resource Management (NMSHRM) will be "Self-Defeating Habits of Otherwise Brilliant People," presented by Leslie Fiorenzo on Nov. 11. Through thousands of seemingly insignificant interactions, teams unknowingly create environments that are either cohesive or adversarial. In this program, the specific behaviors, and their far-reaching consequences, become stunningly clear. More information and registration.
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 City picks up leaves Mondays and Fridays
The City of Boyne City will pick up leaves Mondays and Fridays from now through Nov. 11. Please set bagged leaves curbside anytime after the first day of pick up, in clearly marked biodegradable paper bags. City crews will pick up bags as time allows. If your bags have been out for an extended period of time and have not been collected, notify City Hall at 582-6597. Details on city website.
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FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appétit!
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Costume parade, haunted house return to downtown Oct. 31
Area residents are invited to start Halloween night with downtown Boyne City's annual costume parade. Everyone is welcome to join the fun - young, old or 4-legged. Bring a chair if you prefer to watch all the great costumes. Line-up begins in front of CindiFranco's, 309 S. Lake St. at 4:30 p.m., and the parade begins at 4:45. It will wind around downtown, ending at the entrance to the Fire Department's Haunted House at the Library Red Barn. The Library Community Room will be open for trick-or-treating until 8 p.m. Just one block down, the First Presbyterian Church will feature their famous Trunk or Treat. The city's official trick or treating hours are 5 to 8 p.m.
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Local Flavor offers cookies that apparently aren't that appetizing
 Chris Bandy of Local Flavor Bookstore saw these cookies at a recent book-sellers convention and couldn't resist ordering some. They just arrived and are now displayed at the store with a sign that suggests a minimum $4 donation, which goes to the Good Neighbors Food Pantry. But we're not sure how appetizing they (or the candidates) are. Shortly after Chris displayed them at the store, a patron of unknown political persuasion donated $4 - but decided against taking a cookie.
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Bella Vita hosts trails fund-raising dinner next Wednesday
Bella Vita restaurant is hosting a fund-raising dinner to support Boyne City non-motorized trails on Wednesday, Oct. 26. Proceeds from the dinner and a silent auction will benefit the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail and the Boyne Valley Trail between Boyne City, Boyne Mountain and Boyne Falls. Minimum donation is $40, and $30 goes towards the trails. For reservations between 5 and 8 p.m., call Bella Vita at 231-582-3341; you'll have a choice of a walleye dinner or another pasta dish. www.bellavitaboyne.com.
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Get your heart pumping at Pointe Health's free Spinning Workshop
Have you heard the buzz about Soul Cycle? Wonder what "Indoor Cycling" is all about? Heard spinning is crazy hard? It isn't. Learn all about it and give it a try Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Pointe Health Club's Spinning Workshop. Julie Karlskin will review the benefits of spinning, take your measurements so that you have a perfect fit to your bike, then lead you in a 20-minute class. Julie knows how to make spinning fun and ensure that everyone is within their comfort zone while still getting one of the best workouts around. We'll have discounted Class Passes for workshop attendees. RSVP to 231-459-4442. Pointe Health is located at 04656 Lake Shore Drive, Boyne City.
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Cafe Santé and the Wine Emporium announce wine tasting series
 Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural tasting of this season's series of wine tasting events at Cafe Santé. The first tasting on November 2nd features Southern France. The tasting events will occur on the first Wednesday. of each month and feature four paired wine samples and four small plates from wine regions throughout Europe. The tastings will run through April and begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are sold by Boyne Country Provisions/the Wine Emporium & Market and are $30 including tax and tip. Call 231-582-2151 or stop in to purchase tickets. There is no reserved seating and no refunds. These events do sell out and attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets early.
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Beginners Yoga Workshop planned for Saturday afternoon
Balanced Living is offering a Beginners Yoga Workshop from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 22nd. Join us for an informal discussion and practice. This workshop is for those who:
- Have never done yoga, want to try yoga, but don't know how to start.
- Aren't flexible or have artificial hips, knees or other physical limitations.
- Want to learn how yoga can help you, no matter what your physical condition or age.
- Just want to hear about what yoga is and see what it entails.
Cost is $15 - pre-registration is suggested as class size is limited. Receive $15 off the purchase of a pass if you purchase it the day of the workshop. Questions? Call Leslie at (231) 675 - 9202.
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Wedding experts and workshops at Castle Farms Bridal Expo
 Are wedding bells in your future? Attend Castle Farms' Grand Bridal Expo on Sunday, October 30 from 10 am-3 pm. Meet over 50 of Northern Michigan's wedding experts who know how to make your event epic. Don't miss workshops for planning and the Celebration Lounge for relaxing. The Grand Finale Fashion Show, presented by Petoskey Bridal, begins at 3 pm and showcases the latest in bridal fashions, prizes, and the Grand Giveaway worth over $15,000. Admission is $6 at the door, $5 advance purchase. Sponsored by Northern MI Weddings. Click here for tickets.
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Farmers Market continues in Veterans Park through October
 The Boyne City Farmer's Market continues its outdoor season through the month of October. The market has moved to the other side of Veterans Park due to construction on the North Street entrance to the park. The street will be closed through October, so the market has moved to the south side of the park. Market manager Erica Tosch invites you to "come on down and see us, there is still an abundance of great food." The market is open rain or shine from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays through October.
> WINTER MARKET - On November 5th, the market will move indoors to the Library Red Barn on Park Street and will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The Boyne City Farmers Market is a program of the Boyne City Main Street program. Farmers Market website.
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The Nightmare continues at Challenge Mountain on weekends
 Challenge Mountain Nightmare "The Nightmare at Challenge Mountain," a weekend haunted house experience, continues every Friday and Saturday in October, from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under or three children for $10. This event offers a bone chilling experience for those who like a good fright combined with fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. The Nightmare is your one-stop Halloween event with something for everyone. Beware, don't use your GPS to get you to Challenge Mountain at 2205 Springbrook Road, Boyne Falls. Visit www.challengemtn.org for directions and deteails 231-582-1186.
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Whi-Ski Inn Halloween Party this Saturday in Boyne Falls
 The Whi-Ski Inn will host their 2nd Annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 22 from 7-10pm. Costume Contests including Funniest Costume, Most Original Costume and Overall BEST Costume will be awarded at 9pm. Enjoy specialty shots from our Whi-ski Nurse and be sure to try our special "witches brew". Enjoy great food, good times and spooky spirits - it's sure to be a wicked good time. Be sure to visit our website for all of our upcoming events: www.whiskiinn.com.
OCTOBER 29 - MSU vs. U of M Football Frenzy. Show your true colors and spirit at our first annual MSU vs. U of M football party at the Whi-Ski. We are literally going to divide the place in half - green & white on one side - blue & maize on the other. Let's see who has the most loyal fan base and can cheer their fave team on to victory.
P.S. There may even be green and blue beer.
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"Crazy Sally's Road Rally" raises funds for emergency needs
Crazy Sally's Road Rally, a charity fund-raising event that promises pre-Halloween Fun, will b\e held Oct. 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. What is it you say? Get a team of 4, dress up in costume (or not) and run around town looking for clues to win prizes. It starts at the Boyne Area Senior Center. We even feed you pop, pizza and dessert. You say you don't want to play (we can't imagine why) BUT that's OK... volunteers are needed, you can still have fun and help. Help at a clue location, donate a prize or host a clue station to ensure these crazy teams stop by your business to have some fun. Entry fee is $15/person with proceeds going to Compassionate Hearts, a 501c3 nonprofit organization assisting residents in the Boyne area with unexpected emergency needs. For tickets or more info call Barb Brooks, Compassionate Hearts president, at 231.675.7876 or George Danforth, vice-president, at 231.340.1592. Check out Crazy Sally's Facebook event page.
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Orchestra plans Children's Halloween Concert with costume parade
Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra is performing a Children's Halloween Concert with a Costume Parade at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the United Methodist Church of Petoskey. Admission is $10 for adults and free for anyone 18 and under. Listen and enjoy Danse Macabre by Saint Saens with Spencer Tallman as our Guest Conductor; Lemony Snicket, The Composer is Dead by Stookey; and Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto in G Minor. Featuring GLCO's Concerto Competition Winner, Isaac Wittenberg, performing Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto in G Minor. Tickets are available at www.glcorchestra.org. For more information, call (231) 487-0010.
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Leslie Neilson leads February trip to Bali, Indonesia
Check out this great opportunity to visit Bali, Indonesia with local resident, Leslie Neilson. Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Bali, Indonesia? It's been almost 10 years since Leslie visited Bali and she says, "I am excited at the opportunity to be able to visit there again with the amazing itinerary I have put together with my uncle, who operates Bali Discovery Tours." Click here for more detailss.
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Boyne Meets Broadway dinner theater set for Nov. 18-19
 Boyne Meets Broadway, an annual dinner theater and musical production by students at Boyne City High School, is coming up on Nov 18 and 19. Dining seating starting at 5:30 and dinner at 6 pm with live jazz and a tasty dinner by Boyne's award winning hospitality team. Following dinner, at 7:30, you will get priority seating for a full Broadway Revue - including numbers from all 4 shows we saw in NYC last year: Lion King, Wicked, Finding Neverland and School of Rock. Tickets are $25 and available from a cast member so they can earn money towards future drama trips. We WILL sell out! Reserved dinner tables for 8 or more upon request.
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Boyne Appétit Wednesdays: Specials at 12 restaurants continue
Every Wednesday evening, September through June, a dozen local eateries will offer Boyne Appétit! Wednesdays specials that include two drinks and an appetizer to share for $15 or less. Boyne Appétit! is a collaboration of the Boyne Area Chamber and Boyne City Main Street, spearheaded by a committee comprised of local restaurateurs and volunteers. For updates on what is being served, or visit the Boyne Appétit! Facebook page. or www.boyneappetit.com. Boyne Appétit! is a collaboration of the Boyne Area Chamber and Boyne City Main Street, spearheaded by a committee comprised of local restaurateurs and volunteers promoting the dining experience throughout the Boyne Area.
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"Zombie Mountain Attack" 5k fun run Oct. 30 at Avalanche
 The Boyne City High School Blaze Robotics Team is sponsoring the Zombie Mountain Attack, a 5K Fun Run at Avalanche Mountain at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. Zombies in costume will be scattered along the 5K course to hinder and scare the dickens out of the runners. Costumes are optional, families are welcome; you are invited to be a zombie or a runner. Pizza, apples and water are included in the $10 runner registration fee. Info: C all Boyne City High School, 231-439-8100.
Charlevoix Community Pool Spook Swim planned for Friday
You are invited to to the annual Spook Swim at the Charlevoix Area Community Pool on Friday, October 21st from 6-8 pm. Reservations are required. Enjoy our spooky music and decorations on the Pool deck, and be entertained with floating pumpkins in the water! Swim, eat pizza, sip on refreshments and grab a goody bag all for just $5 for students and $6 for adults (swimmers and non-swimmers). Children 5 and under are free! Call the Pool to ensure your spot today: 231.547.0982. Details.
PASTA AND MUSIC, a fundraiser for Jeremiah Utley's European music tour, will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 22nd, 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 106 River Street, Boyne City. The meal will consist of Pasta With Tomato Sauce (Meatballs Can Be Added), Chicken Alfredo, Pasta, Fresh Garden Medley Salads, Desserts, And Drink. Music Provided By Gordon Howie, Jeremiah Utley, And Friends. If you would like to help with planning, setup, salads or desserts, call Michelle Utley at 231-459-8333.
LANDING RESTAURANT HALLOWEEN PARTY will be held from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 22nd. The cost is $20 and includes appetizers, a spooky welcome drink, costume contest and dancing with DJ Ed. Please RSVP here.
TURKEY TROT - The Kiwanis Boyne City Turkey Trot will be held Thanksgiving morning, Thursday November, 24th. The 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will begin at 9 am at Veterans Park. Here is the registration form or pick one up at the Boyne Area Chamber, Edward Jones, Kilwins of Boyne City, or North Country Cycle Sport.
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 LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
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BOYNE CITY TAPROOM, 220 S. Lake St., 8 to 11 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 22 - Sean Bielby
Frdiay, Oct. 28 - Chris Koury
Saturday, Oct. 29 - Sean & Adam
10/20 Lee Dyer (7-9 pm)
10/26 The Pistil Whips(7-9 pm)
10/27 Blake Elliott (7-9 pm)
10/28 Mike Moran (7-10 pm)
BOYNE CELTIC SESSION - 1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Nov. 6, and continuing on the first and third Sundays of the month. Everyone is welcome to play or listen at this free celebration of Irish and Celtic music at the Boyne District Library.Info: sparky@synergysong.com.
"Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features and live music, 6-9 pm:
October 25 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
October 29 - Halloween Extravaganza w/ Dave Cisco! 6-10pm
> Mondays 6-9 p.m. ($5 Pizza Night) - Nathan Bates
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m. (Mussels Night) - Oct. 20th - Mike Bass, 27th - Jake Allen
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: Oct. 21st - Under The Moon, 28th - Pete Kehoe
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: Oct. 22nd - Nelson Olstrom, 29th - Kellerville (Halloween Tomfoolery)
Forty Acres Tavern, 7-10pm
October 21 - Nelson Olstrom
October 22 - Michelle Chenard
October 28 - Eric Dan Jaqua
October 29 - Chris Calleja
Tuesday Happy Hour: All You Can Eat Wings with Pete Kehoe.
Wednesday Happy Hour: Half-off Pizza Night with Michelle Chenard.
BC LANES, 1191 M-75, Boyne City, 231-582-6353.
PIED PIPER SKATERY, 4454 M-75, Walloon Lake, 231-535-6050. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Website has details.
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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. Admission is $10. Info: (231) 675-2935 or DJCaptainDan@yahoo.com.
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DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. The program features a filmed interview with police SWAT commander Rick Arnold, a trained hostage negotiator. "I think there are things people can do in their lives to manage conflict in general," says Arnold. "One of those is to tolerate people and their differences while understanding people are at different levels of character development in their lives."During the program, participants will have an opportunity to discuss difficult people in their own lives while brainstorming ways to better interact with them 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.
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN HABITAT is seeking volunteers to help with final touches of our Alanson Build. We have just installed the flooring and will be starting trim soon! We are working Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 - 4 throughout October. We are also seeking help on Saturday, October 22nd and Monday October 24th to help paint the interior of this home. We are looking for 8 - 10 volunteers per shift to complete the painting of this home!. If you can't help but would like to provide lunch for these volunteers, please let us know. To sign up for a shift click here. For more informaiton, call or email Mara at 231-348-6926 Ext. 101 or mara@northwestmihabitat.org.
MACGREGOR CARES - To support breast cancer awareness, MacGregor Cares is taking donations for Munson Charlevoix Circle of Strength during October, so there will be no voting. MacGregor will match donations collected up to $500. Click here to make a donation. 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 a group.
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BOYNE AREA FREE CLINIC will be closing at noon on Friday, October 21. Dr. Mansfield will be out of town. We will be open normal hours the following Friday, October 28.
BLOOD DRIVES - Two American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held soon:
> Oct. 24, 11 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Community of Christ Church, 777 Vogel St.
> Oct. 28, 10 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., Boyne Falls School, 01662 M-75 South.
To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767).
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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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