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Tickets on sale for Chamber's Annual Meeting at Boyne Mountain Jan. 19
 It's the "can't miss" event of the year... the Boyne Area Chamber's Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony, presented by Korthase-Flinn Insurance and Financial Services. The gala event is held at Boyne Mountain from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan.19, 2017. The event typically sells out with 300 people attending. The program is an upbeat gathering with great food and drink, live and silent auctions, live music and the introduction of our Chamber Board members. We will also be announcing six awards for business leadership, volunteer of the year, nonprofit of the year, entrepreneur of the year, young entrepreneur and heritage award.
Promote your business by donating an auction item for Annual Meeting
The Chamber is looking for items to be entered into our Annual Meeting live auction and silent auction. Our live auction is a lot of fun and in the past, we have offered several big ticket items, such as a Spa Membership and a Gold Ski pass at Boyne Mountain, hot air balloon rides from RE/MAX, and various vacation rentals. We are open to other ideas as well. For the silent auction, we are looking for all sorts of items, from gift baskets to tickets, products or anything fun and interesting that represents your business. Offering an auction item for our event is a great way to promote your business and showcase what you have to offer in front of a crowd of 300 business and community leaders. This is an exclusive benefit of Chamber membership. If you'd like to donate an auction item, please email missy@boynechamber.com or call 231-582-6222 and get us your auction items as soon as possible, no later than January 9th.
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Help wanted: Consumers Energy hiring Journey Lineworkers
Consumers Energy is hiring Journey Lineworkers for opportunities throughout Michigan, with wages beginning at $41.01 per hour, and competitive benefits. To apply, you need to be a qualified Journey Lineworker with your certified journeyman card. You also need to be willing to complete a pre-employment assessment at our training facility, which will include a test of your ability to make a pole top rescue. If you're ready to open a new chapter in your career, click here to get started.
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 Boyne City School Boosters sponsor 38th Holiday Hobby Craft Show this Saturday from 9 to 3
The Holiday Hobby Craft Show will again present 150 arts and crafts vendors when it is held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Boyne City High School. Admission is $2 for adults and no charge for students. Hourly drawings will be held for $20 Boyne Chamber Checks giveaways. Refreshments are also available for this 38th annual event that raises funds for the Boyne City Booster Foundation. For information contact Contact Colleen Calo at 231.582-6156.
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 Christmas Gift Ideas from 12 local stores and restaurants - in this newsletter
We asked local stores and restaurants to give us their best Christmas gift ideas and special offers - and this issue of the newsletter includes 12 of them. They are from 52 Weekends, Alpine Chocolat Haus, Boyne City Hardware, Boyne City Taproom, Boyne Trading Company, Country Now & Then/Up the Lazy River, Grain Train, Inspired Living, Mary's of Boyne, North Country Cycle Sport, Pointe Health, Stiggs Brewing Company and Thick 'n' Juicy Diner. Check back the next three weeks for more gift ideas. You can send yours to Newsletter Editor Jim Baumann, jim@boynechamber.com.
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Chamber Checks replace Boyne Bucks as the ideal "shop local" gift
The Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce is changing its Boyne Bucks program to a more user-friendly program called Chamber Checks. Like Boyne Bucks, Chamber Checks also make the ideal "shop local" gift that can be redeemed at nearly any business in the Boyne area. Chamber Checks are issued by the Boyne Chamber and are redeemable much like a gift certificate or traveler's check. Chamber Checks make a great gift and encourage purchases at our member businesses. Chamber Checks are sold exclusively at the Boyne Chamber in denominations of $10 and $20. We appreciate advance notice for large orders.
HOLIDAY BONUSES - Chamber Checks are also a great way to give holiday bonuses to your employees. In fact, the Chamber recently filled an order for more than $6,000 in Chamber Checks from one local employer.
BOYNE BUCKS ARE STILL GOOD and will be redeemable with us for the next 5 years. Businesses should continue to turn in Boyne Bucks as you get them.
QUESTIONS? If you have any questions about Chamber Checks or Boyne Bucks, call the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email Ashley Cousens, ashley@boynechamber.com.
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Judy Kuheana Breakfast benefits food pantries Saturday at Red Mesa
 On Saturday, Dec. 3, The Red Mesa Grill in Boyne City will host its 20th annual Judy Kuheana Benefit Breakfast. The all-you-can eat Latin American breakfast buffet will be served from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Judy was a founder of the 7th Day Adventist Food Pantry. She passed away in October of 1996. The Red Mesa Grill, with the help of Judy's brother, Jerry Kelts, has held this benefit breakfast on the first Saturday of December since it opened in 1997, raising well over $27,000 to benefit Boyne area charities. This year the proceeds will benefit Boyne area food pantries through the Manna Food Project. Cost for the breakfast is $10 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under. Menu items include green chili corn cakes with poached egg and hollandaise, chorizo gravy and biscuits, waffles, sausage, bacon, omelet table with eggs to order featuring fresh chimmichuris.
> DONATIONS are currently being accepted for our silent auction. All proceeds will also go towards Boyne Area Food Pantries.
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Community Christmas: "Please remember those less fortunate"
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A previous Community Christmas basket-packing project
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An open letter from Boyne Area Community Christmas:
It's that time of year again when we count our blessings and share with those in need. Boyne Area Community Christmas has been serving our community for 62 years and along with your generous donations, we've provided Christmas for thousands of families. We are kindly asking that while you count your blessings this year, you remember those less fortunate and donate to Boyne Area Community Christmas so that no child is without at Christmastime. Each and every donation is greatly appreciated and can be in the form of non-perishable food items, new unwrapped toys, games or books.
> TO DONATE monetarily, make checks payable to Boyne Area Community Christmas and send them c/o Eleanor West, Treasurer, 915 Robinson St. #15, Boyne City MI 49712.
> DROP-OFF LOCATION - Donations can be dropped off at the Boyne City Education Center, using the Pine Street entrance, now through Dec. 16.
> INFORMATION - Ruth Witenski, 231-582-3152 or 231-758-7287 mobile. To submit the name of a child in need, contact Nancy Hosmer at 231-582-7246.
> GRAIN TRAIN Neighborhood Market of Boyne City announces Boyne City Community Tuesdays. Shop the first Tuesday of each month at the Boyne City Grain Train and 10% of your total purchase amount will go to support the monthly selected local organization. December 6 will be the first Community Tuesday with the donation going to the Boyne Community Christmas. Each month will feature a different local organization.
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Boyne District Library to host Hour of Code event for students
 The Boyne District Library is hosting an Hour of Code event as part of the National Hour of Code Week. The Hour of Code takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week. Hour of Code is a global movement reaching tens of millions of students in over 180 countries. Hour of Code 2016 is December 5-11th. Anyone, almost anywhere can host an hour of code event. These events are designed to introduce and encourage students in the field of coding and programming. Boyne District Library will be hosting their Hour of Code event on Thursday, December 8th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. This event is to kick off a Coding Club that the library is looking to start in January. If you are interested in either the coding club or Hour of Code, visit our website or call the library. Students are encouraged to bring their own device if possible. Register online, or call Alexa Wright at 231-582-7861.
> HOLIDAY CRAFTERNOON for middle school and high school students will be held at the Boyne library from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11th. Materials will be available to make special handcrafted gifts for family and friends. All supplies and refreshments will be provided. Registration by December 7 is required.
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RE/MAX, Lake Street Market host Christmas Business After Hours Dec. 15
 The Boyne Area Chamber's Christmas Business After Hours will be held at RE/MAX Resort Properties, 104 S. Lake St., Boyne City, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15. Free admission includes hors d'oeuvres, refreshments and door prizes. Lake Street Market will be co-sponsoring this event. A 50/50 drawing will "Help kids be kids" and benefit children in the Boyne City Schools. Gary Deters and Jeff Wellman have been the broker owners of the Boyne City RE/MAX office since 1992. They moved the office to its current location in 2014 for its higher visibility, better location and ability to implement many technology upgrades. In addition to Jeff and Gary, the RE/MAX staff consists of Tara Belford, Penny Cash, Beth Flynn, Brea Lamb, Monica Ross and Keisha Veryser. This team markets a wide variety of properties from all over Northwestern Michigan in Charlevoix, Emmet, Antrim and Otsego counties. For more information visit www.lakecharlevoix.com or call 231-582-2400.
 Liz Glass and Chris Meyer opened Lake Street Market in May 2004, and together with Kayla Massey - who to everyone's great fortune joined them a few years later - turned what was a summer-only deli into a year-round destination for gourmet sandwiches and soups, fresh salads, great pizzas, hand-cut steaks, and house-made bagels and scones. They also offer a variety of cheeses, specialty foods, beers and wines made by artisans from Michigan and around the world. Stop in and grab some lunch or dinner, or call ahead if you're short on time. Be sure to ask about gift boxes and catering as well. Lake Street Market is open Monday-Saturday right now and seven days a week in the summer.
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Today's RE/MAX Soup Luncheon raises funds to "Help Kids Be Kids"
RE/MAX Resort Properties is hosting their 2nd Annual Soup Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, December 2, at the Boyne City Eagles Hall. They will be offering 8 or more different soups to choose from, and all proceeds will "Help Kids be Kids." Many elementary and middle school children in Boyne City schools need our help. Money raised will help purchase backpacks, clothing, lunch boxes, school supplies, allow a child to go on field trips and mostly help our families in transition. We hope you can stop in and enjoy some hot soup while helping out our local children. Stay and eat or take-out will be available. Suggestion of a $6 donation. Soups will include Chili, Chicken Noodle, Potato Ham, Seafood Chowder, Vegetable Beef, White Chili, Broccoli Cheese, Vegan and others. Details on Facebook.
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Wellness Wednesday is Dec. 14 at Boyne Area Health Center
 The Boyne Area Health Center will be hosting their "Wellness Wednesday" health screening program from 8 to 11 a.m. December 14th at 223 N. Park St., Boyne City. Wellness Wednesday is also held every Wednesday at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital's Wellness Workshop, 411 Bridge Street in Charlevoix. Health screens include: Total Cholesterol, HDL, TC/HDL Ratio, Glucose Level, Body Mass Index Score, Muscle and Fat Percentages, and a Blood Pressure reading. Cost for the service is $15. Participants will receive test results at the screening and a "Know Your Numbers" log to track progress. A Registered Nurse will adapt health consultation and educational materials to individual results. No appointment required. For further information, call 231-437-3482. Details.
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29th Annual Boyne City Lights of Love to benefit Hospice Wednesday
 The Boyne Eta Nu Charities annual "Lights of Love" offers an opportunity to remember loved ones and contribute to Hospice of Northwest Michigan. This year the tree returns to its original location on the porch of the Dilworth Hotel, where a tree-lighting remembrance ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7. After the ceremony, a light dinner will be served at the Boyne River Inn; reservations are required. Flyers with donation information for lights, hearts or reserving dinner are available online and at the Boyne Area Chamber office. For additional information or to make a donation, contact Pati Scott at 231-758-2496.
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Wet-pipe sprinkler systems are popular for installation in homes
 Loss prevention tips for your home: Wet-pipe sprinkler systems are popular for installation in homes. They are less expensive than other types, are easy to maintain and come with sprinkler heads that can be recessed into the ceiling discreetly. Sprinkler systems decrease property loss in home fires an average of 71 percent, can reduce insurance premiums and may qualify your home for a tax rebate. On average, sprinkler systems use eight times less water than fire hoses, far reducing the effect of water damage. Home fires kill an average of 2,419 Americans each year, with an average of 85 percent of civilian fire deaths occurring in the home. However, the risk of dying in a home fire is reduced by 80 percent when a wet-pipe sprinkler system is installed. For further information, contact KorthaseFlinn Insurance & Financial Services at (231) 582-6512.
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"Starting a Business" workshop Dec. 14 at NC Michigan College
 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 Wednesday, Dec. 14 in Petoskey. The workshop is being offered by the Northwest Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with North Central Michigan College, and is being held from 9 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 the workshop, but pre-registration is required online or by contacting the SBDC at 231-922-3780.
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 Raffle for trip to Maui raises funds for Humane Society
The Charlevoix Area Humane Society is holding a raffle with $50 tickets to win a 7-night trip to Maui or $10,000 cash. The drawing will be held Dec. 16. INFO: (231) 582-6774 and www.charlevoixhumane.org.
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HELP WANTED
 Stiggs Brewing Company Now Hiring
Are you interested in craft beer, lively atmosphere and quality cuisine? Join our team! Stiggs Brewing Company is now hiring Beertenders, Front of House Leads, Assistant Brewers, Dishwashers & Cooks for the 2017 season. If you are looking for a rewarding job that offers a fun and friendly environment, Stiggs Brewing Company may be the place for you. Check out the job descriptions to see if you will fit in with our team. Then email your resume to beer@stiggsbrewingcompany.com and let's talk.
Stiggs Brewing Company, 112 Park Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
Boyne City's nationally accredited Main Street/DDA Program seeks an experienced leader. Previous Main Street, DDA, and economic development experience a plus. Comprehensive wage and benefit package DOQ. Details.
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 CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS
52 WEEKENDS - We have gifts for every price point this holiday season, for example we carry a full line of little dishes with "sweet sentiments." Shop our sale gifts, clothing and accessories 30% to 75% off.
ALPINE CHOCOLAT HAUS - 30% off everything in the store for our anniversary sale from 8 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, Dec. 3.
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BOYNE CITY HARDWARE - YETI coolers, tumblers and gear are 10% off until Dec. 31.
BOYNE CITY TAPROOM - Buy one $50 gift card and get a gift from us. Either a T-shirt, a pint glass, or a growler. Buy a $100 gift card and get two gifts.
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Gifts from Boyne Trading
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BOYNE TRADING COMPANY - Save 30% off, storewide, this holiday season.
COUNTRY NOW & THEN and Up the Lazy River have fun pajamas to keep any child nice and cozy this winter. Pajamas range in size from 3 months to 12 years. Check us out to see all the other items we have for those special people in your life. Open 7 days a week all year.
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Cozy kids' PJ's from Country Now & Then
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GRAIN TRAIN - Buy our gift cards this holiday season and snag a bonus gift for yourself. Get a free $5 bonus card when you buy $50 in gift cards; $10 bonus for $100 in gift cards, and $25 if you spend $250. Give the gift of good food - and reward yourself too.
INSPIRED LIVING - 12 days of Christmas promotion runs through Dec. 12 with Buy One / Get One Free offers every day on Facebook. Fill out a Wish List in the store and you could win one item in our daily drawing or on Dec. 15th, win everything on your list.
MARY'S OF BOYNE - All tops, sweaters, vests and jackets are now 20% off the regular price through the Holidays. Great selections still available. Great time to fill that Christmas List or add to your Christmas Wish List. Free gift wrapping, layaway, gift certificates and always friendly service.
 NORTH COUNTRY CYCLE SPORT has all 2016 bikes on sale, at least 15% off. We also have a new Kids' Bike Trade-Up Program. When your kids outgrow their current Trek bike, bring it back in. You will get credit to put toward a brand new, properly-sized bike.
POINTE HEALTH - Get fit, save money. Win-win! Sign up for a new annual membership and receive 15% off. It's the perfect gift for you or a loved one. Fully appointed Pointe Health is just 3 miles from downtown Boyne City at Sommerset Pointe. Call 231-459-4442 for a tour and to purchase your membership.
 STIGGS BREWING COMPANY is rolling out an exciting new Membership Rewards Club that would make a great Christmas gift. Click here for details.
THICK 'N' JUICY DINER is offering a great gift idea. Stop in now through December 23 and get a free stocking (PICTURED AT LEFT) or Santa hat with each gift certificate purchased.
> SEND YOUR GIFT IDEA to Newsletter Editor Jim Baumann, jim@boynechamber.com by noon Thursday, Dec. 8. |
FUN, FOOD, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - Boyne Appétit!
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Library hosts Holiday Open House with Santa and Book Sale Saturday
 The Boyne District Library is hosting a Holiday Open House and Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 3. We will have activities and events for community members of all ages. Santa Claus will be in the Children's Area from 10 until noon. All of Santa's young visitors will receive a gift and a photo keepsake from Santa. From 12 to 2 p.m., children and teens are invited to drop in for holiday-themed crafts. In the Children's Area, the library is partnering with the Charlevoix County Conservation District to offer a holiday nature story and craft. Teens and tweens can stop by the teen area and make a "sweet" decoration to take home. Patrons of all ages are invited to visit our Technology Petting Zoo in the Conference Room upstairs from 12-1 p.m. Representatives from the Charlevoix Radio Shack will have tech gadgets of all kinds on hand for patrons to explore.
> BOOK SALE - The Friends of the Boyne District Library will hold their Holiday Book Sale in the library's Community Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse the Friends' used book inventory, have a glass of punch, and enjoy holiday music as you shop. 'Tis the season for holiday cheer at the Boyne District Library. Questions? Contact Assistant Director Monica Kroondyk: (231) 582-7861 or kroondykm@boynelibrary.org.
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Santa's Train Wonderland coming to Castle Farms this Saturday and Sunday
Visit Santa's Train Wonderland from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, December 3 & 4, for a family Christmas adventure at Castle Farms in Charlevoix. Over 20 model trains, tram rides, face painting and more.
Upgrade your child's ticket to a VIP Session and they'll spend an hour with Santa, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, listen to a story, get a portrait and receive a gift from Santa himself. General admission is just $5 per person. VIP Sessions sell out fast. Tickets available now.
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Presbyterian Church plans "Expectations" event to prepare for Christmas
 The First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City is hosting an "Expectations" event, a fun and exciting intergenerational way to prepare for Christmas, from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. A pancake and sausage breakfast will be served with admission by donation. Those attending can hear the Christmas Story through the eyes of the prophets, Mary and Joseph, the shepherds and the Wise Men. There will also be Advent Bingo with prizes, Advent wreath craft, and you can participate in a drama presentation of the Nativity and much more. Those planning to attend are asked to call 231-582-7983 and leave your name, telephone number and the number of people attending. The church is located at 401 S. Park St.
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Indoor Farmers Market continues on Saturdays
The Boyne City Farmers Market continues its indoor winter season at the Library Red Barn on Park Street. The market is held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.
> Here are the 16 vendors at the Winter Market: Bear Creek Organic Farm, Big Medicine Ranch, Bluestem Farm, Cooks Family Farm, Ken's Fresh Fish, Korthase Brothers, Mini Farm, Pond Hill Farm, Providence Farm, Rollin' Scones, Rustic Baker, Siegrist Farm, Turtles Kitchen, Blackbird Garden, Gerber's Homemade Sweets, Coveyou Scenic Farm. The Boyne City Farmers Market is a program of the Boyne City Main Street program. Farmers Market website.
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Arts Center plans painters exhibit and New Year's Eve event
Beginning Saturday, December 10, neighboring arts organizations, Charlevoix Circle of Arts, Jordan River Arts Council, and the Boyne Arts Collective will join together with Crooked Tree Arts Center's Kitchen Painters for a special holiday exhibit, showcasing their work at the Crooked Tree Arts Center in Petoskey. The opening reception will be from 2 - 4 p.m. December 10. The Arts Center galleries will be open Friday, December 23 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. during the Artisans & Farmers Market, and closed after that for the holidays. CTAC will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 9 a.m. CTAC will be open for the tenth annual New Year's Eve at the Arts Center which will take place on Saturday, December 31 from 5 - 9 p.m. This ever-popular event will provide another opportunity for families and community members to view the "Painters Reunite" Exhibition. For more information about the exhibit, or upcoming events, contact CTAC at (231) 347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org. The Crooked Tree Arts Center is located at 461 E. Mitchell Street, downtown Petoskey.
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Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra presents "Messiah Plus One"
The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra presents their annual Messiah Plus One concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 at St. Francis Xavier Church, Petoskey. This year's performances include Oratorio de Noel by Saint Saens; Handel's Messiah with Chorus; soloists Risa Renae Harman, soprano; Martha Hart alto; Tom Cilluffo, tenor; and Jason Coffey, bass. Tickets are $25 General Admission, $35 Silver Seating, $50 Gold Seating and $75 Platinum Seating. General Admission tickets are available at area chambers of commerce and online at www.glcorchestra.org. Reserved seating is also available online or by calling the orchestra office at (231) 487-0010.
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Astronomy Club topic: "Did the Star of Bethlehem really exist?
The Northern Michigan Astronomy Club is holding their Christmas Gathering at the Wildwood Observatory, located one mile north of Boyne City at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 8, at 1825 Wildwood Heights Road. Did the Star of Bethlehem actually exist? What could the star that the Magi followed have been? We will discuss the theories. Telescopes will be set up for viewing, weather permitting. The Wildwood Observatory is a small private observatory built by Rod and Michelle Cortright. It is used for observing and astrophotography. The club was formed in 2011 to promote interest in astronomy in the Antrim, Charlevoix and Emmet County area. All are welcome. Directions and details.
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Dinners To Go and Happy Hour at Esperance Thursday through Friday
Enjoy dinner at home and leave the cooking to us. Esperance in Charlevoix is offering Dinners To Go Thursday through Friday. Detailed reheating or cooking instructions will accompany the orders. We will offer a specially selected wine option to complement each meal. $19 per portion. Reserve by noon and pickup between 5-7 that day. Dinner menu.
> Esperance is hosting happy hour Thursday through Friday from 5-7. Join us for a glass of wine, cocktail or specialty beer. Small plates with a delicious taste are available for a modest $5. Enjoy happy hour while you pick up your Dinner To Go.
> Esperance is now taking orders for holiday gift baskets. These specially designed gifts are perfect for family, friends and business associates. Orders may be taken by phone, email, online or by stopping in the store. Visit www.esperancewine.com/news/ or call 231-237-9300.
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Boyne City Taproom brings Breakfast Buffet back to 220 S. Lake Street
The Boyne City Taproom has brought back a tradition to Boyne City. The Sunday morning breakfast buffet has returned to 220 S. Lake Street. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, sausage links, smoked bacon, french toast soufflé, cottage fries, toast, assorted fruit and cheeses, assorted muffins, and a salad. They also have several juice options, milk and coffee running from 11 am-2 pm. Cost is $15 per person, kids 12 and under are only $7.50.
LADIES NIGHT - The Pine Lake Lodge, upstairs from the BC Taproom, is hosting a Ladies Night with Brenda Lamb on Tuesday, December 6th from 7-9 pm. They will have about 10 vendors setting up holiday shopping booths around the perimeter of the Lodge. Details from Facebook.
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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.
THICK 'N' JUICY DINER has just started a NEW Friday Night Fish Fry. We are offering a full-size meal for $9.95 or try the half order for just $5.
 HOLIDAY PARTIES - Elvyn Lea Lodge is accepting bookings for holiday parties and meetings for groups on mid-week dates throughout the winter season. Rental includes use of lounge areas, seating for up to 50 guests, dinnerware, flatware, and non-alcoholic beverage service. Food service may be arranged. The main lounge features a central fireplace and piano. For more information contact Monica at elvynlea@gmail.com or 231/535-2475.
 THE LANDING RESTAURANT will be open Sunday, December 4th from 12-8 p.m. If you have been missing our great food, don't worry, the menu will feature our Dockmaster Burger Basket and a Battered Michigan Lake Perch Basket. Gift cards will be available and, if you buy a gift card you get awesome discounts on apparel, which make great gifts! Check out our website or Facebook for more details.
HELP THE HUMANE SOCIETY - At left is the Christmas Tree at FirstMerit Bank in Boyne City, and the ornaments each represent items needed at the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. Area residents are invited to stop in, take one or two ornaments, purchase the items and bring them back to place under the tree.
HOLIDAY DINING - Bella Vita restaurant, 2911 Boyne City-Charlevoix Road, will be opening for two weeks from Dec. 26 through January 8th. Call 231-582-3341 for reservations. www.bellavitaboyne.com.
HOLIDAY PARTY PLACE - The Whi-Ski Inn is a great place to host your holiday party in a very fun atmosphere. We can accommodate up to 60 people with several catering options. Sunday thru Thursday options are readily available. You tell us a date, let us take care of the rest. Call us at 231.549.3346, message us on our Facebook page or email thebar@outlook.com for more information.
SOMMERSET POINTE is now renting boat slips for 2017. Summer will be here sooner than you think. Don't be caught without a boat slip; reserve yours today. Full season or transient slips include use of pool, beach and showers. Contact Harbormaster Dalton Looze at 231-373-8688 for pricing and availability.
FREE EXERCISE and fresh air with a lake view! All that and more for whoever volunteers to help shovel the sidewalk at the Chamber office this winter. Call 231-582-6222 or email us if you'd like to help.
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LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
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FRESHWATER GALLERY, 8 p.m. concerts, 231-582-2588 for tickets, $25
> Friday, Dec. 30 - Drew Nelson and Hwy 2. Michigan-born Navy veteran Drew Nelson is a storytelling songwriter and multiinstrumentalist. A fly fisherman and world traveler, he writes as a witness to the lives and journeys of those he has met along the way, mixing Americana and roots-rock with traditional folk styles. Drew has toured across North America and Europe, performingsolo and opening for popular rock artists like Melissa Etheridge and Edwin McCain as well as esteemed folk singers like Josh White Jr. and John Gorka. Facebook. Video.
BOYNE CITY TAPROOM, 220 S. Lake St., 8 to 11 p.m., (231) 459-4487
> Dec. 6 - We are hosting a Ladies Night with Brenda Lamb in the Pine Lake Lodge from 7-9 pm with Shopping, Pampering, Eating, Drinking, Mingling, Singing, Dancing and Laughing.
We will have about 10 vendors setting up booths around the perimeter of the Lodge. Details.
> TRIVIA THURSDAYS - 7 p.m. upstairs in the Pine Lake Lodge. Team or individual entries, weekly and season prizes. $5 one-topping wood-fired pizza.
Dec. 8 - E Minor Band
Dec. 15 - Nelson Olstrom live. Also 7 Beers of Christmas with our favorite holiday ales and winter warmers.
Dec. 23 - Levi Britton
BOYNE CELTIC SESSION - 1-4 p.m. at the Boyne District Library on Dec. 4, 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.
Forty Acres Tavern, 7-10pm
December 2 - Jeff Bilhman
December 3 - Charlie Reager
December 9 - Chris Calleja
December 10 - Nelson Olstrom
"Casa Tuesdays" - $3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features and live music, 6-9 pm:
December 6 - Ben Overbeek
December 13 - Honesty & The Liars
December 20 - Soul Patch Solo by Wink
December 27 - Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair
> Mondays 6-9 p.m. ($5 Pizza Night) - Nathan Bates.
> Tuesday 6-9pm: Dec. 13th - Nelson Olstrom, "The Ultimate Job Shadow" benefit for Boyne City High School Culinary Class.
> Thursdays, 5:30-9 p.m. (Mussels Night) - Dec. 8th - Don Benjamin, 15th - Jake Allen, 22nd - Younce Guitar Duo, 29th - Sean Bielby & Patrick Ryan (7-10 p.m.)
> Fridays, 8-11 p.m.: Dec. 2nd - Under The Moon, 9th - Sean Bielby, 16th - Brett Mitchell "Winter Solstice Party, 23rd - Chris Calleja, 30th - Pistil Whips.
> Saturdays, 8-11 p.m.: Dec. 3rd - Nelson Olstrom, 10th - Ben Overbeek, 17th - Honesty Duo, 31st - The Shifties New Years Eve Party (8-12 a.m.)
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.
Entertainment at The Venue Sports Bar, 9 p.m. to Midnight.
Dec. 3 - Whiskey Creek
PIED PIPER SKATERY, 4454 M-75, Walloon Lake, 231-535-6050. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Website has details.
> Christian Skate - Monday, December 12th, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $5 entry including skate rental.
> All Night Skate - Friday, December 16th, 10:30 pm to 6:30 a.m., $15 entry, $5 skate rental. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult or sibling who is 12 or older. Skate passes are not valid for this event. No one may leave and re-enter the rink, and no person under 16 may leave without parental approval.
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HAPPY RETIREMENT! Kris Leist, a native of Boyne City, is retiring from Huntington Bank after 38 years. She has helped many customers over the years and has been some close relationships with them. The bank would like everyone to know that they will be celebrating with cake, cookies, and punch all day long. Everyone is invited to come down and wish her well.
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KINDER CLOSET at Christ Lutheran Church is open from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Dec. 10 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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BOYNE CHAMBER APP - Boyne City resident Nick Pulver has started a custom app creation business called Mobile Appfitters. Two of his first projects are apps he created for the Boyne Area Chamber and the Boyne District Library. To download the apps on your smartphone or other mobile device, search "Boyne Chamber" and/or "Boyne Library" in the App Store or Google Play. You can contact Nick at 231.675.4591 or email
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CNC SCHOLARSHIPS Northern Lakes Economic Alliance announces the availability of two $500 scholarships; one for a college student and one for a high school student who enroll in Manufacturing Technology, Computer Numeric Control (CNC) classes through North Central Michigan College (NCMC) in the winter 2017 semester. Students can apply for scholarships to pay for a portion of their tuition in the CNC program. These classes prepare students for high-tech, high-paying manufacturing CNC operator and programmer jobs that are available throughout Northern Michigan. Scholarship applications must be received by December 16. For additional information, contact Katie Jensen at NLEA, Katie@northernlakes.net or 231-582-6482. Scholarship application.
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 DEALING WITH WORRY - Practical suggestions for dealing with worry will be offered at Lifetree Café on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. The program features a filmed interview with Cheryl Eresman, a clinical counselor, as well as a screening of the short film God Box. "Anxiety can actually cause health problems," Eresman says. "Worry can cause blood pressure problems, lower your immunity to disease, and result in ulcers. It can actually physically hurt you." During the program, participants will explore coping mechanisms that help fight anxiety. Located at 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.
"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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