June 20, 2014
Welcome New Members

Hank's Heating & Cooling, Henry Dallaire, Owner, 10352 Pickerel Lake Rd., Petoskey, MI 49770. www.hanksheatingpetoskey.com.

Heating & Cooling, service and installation. 

 

Angel Ambassadors, Marcie Newton and Margie Krussell, P.O. Box 145, Petoskey.  Tel. (231) 881-3565.  www.angel-ambassadors.org.

Angel Ambassadors help veterans in need simply because they care. 

Chamber Monthly Advertisement 

Once a month the Petoskey Chamber places an advertisement in the Petoskey News Review. It is Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and it welcomes new members, features anniversary pictures, ground breaking pictures, welcome new member pictures and ribbon cutting pictures. It also lists the Member Insurance Agents who offer Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance. 

A small image of the ad is below. You can see the ad in today's edition of the paper or you see it on the chamber website HERE

Member News
This Weekend

The Circus is in town Friday June 20th at the Emmet County Fairgrounds. Two performances at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Circus Pages features amazing aerial super stars, acrobats, clowns, horses, and featuring white lions. Plus Pony and Elephant rides!

 

Friendship Centers of Emmet County is having a silent auction fundraiser. Items include jewelry, dolls, purses, holiday, photography, knick knacks, and handcrafted items. Visit the Petoskey Friendship Center at 1322 Anderson Road to place your bids. The bidding will end at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 20th. Winning bidders will be notified by phone, and have until June 27 to pay for and pick up the item(s) won. For more information contact the Council on Aging at (231) 347-3211 or toll-free (888) 347-0369, or visit www.emmetcoa.org.

 

RE/MAX Resort Properties, Inc. invites you to join them for their Grand Opening, Friday, June 20th from 5-9 p.m. during this year's second "Stroll the Streets". Our new office is now located at 104 S. Lake Street in Boyne City.  We'll be offering free carriage rides through town, refreshments and hors d' oeuvres in our new office as well as our old stand by popsicles at the front door. If you would like a chance to experience our free "balloon ride for two" you can stop into the office - prior to the event - and add your name and phone number to the list. One lucky person will be the only winner. The drawing will take place during our grand opening. Please come and meet our staff and tour our new location. We look forward to seeing you there! 

 

On Friday and Saturday, June 20th-21st, the Grain Train Natural Foods Market is celebrating the grand opening of its new satellite store in Boyne City. The Grain Train Neighborhood Market, at 104 S. Park Street, has been open since December 2013 and is home to 1550 square feet of whole and organic foods. During the Grand Opening, the Grain Train will be offering special savings and hourly prize drawings in their Boyne City location only. The Grain Train Neighborhood Market store hours are 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday. To contact the Boyne City store: 231-459-4522. Web: www.graintrain.coop.

 

Come celebrate the 16th Annual Bay Harbor Vintage Car and Boat Festival on June 21st. The fun will start at 10:00 am with our Parade of Cars with commentary by nationally recognized commentator, Ed Lucas. Afterward, our collection of one-of-a-kind vintage cars and classic wooden boats, coming from as far away as California and New Jersey, will be on display in the Village at Bay Harbor.  After the 3:00 p.m. awards ceremony, stay for a meet and greet with pioneering female racecar drive, Janet Guthrie.

 

You are invited to the 2014 Day of Action Volunteer Fair, this Saturday, June 21st, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. the public is invited to attend the 2014 Day of Action Volunteer Fair held at the Community Reformed Church in Charlevoix. The Fair will feature local volunteer opportunities for all ages. Many great organizations that will be represented.

There is no cost for the Day of Action Volunteer Fair. A concession will be available with proceeds to benefit the Community Reformed Church Youth Groups. There will also be door prizes given away to attendees at the conclusion of the event.

To learn more about this year's Day of Action Volunteer Fair, please visit www.charemunitedway.org and like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/2014Dayofaction 

 

Petoskey Area Jaycees 3rd Annual 5k Run/Walk is on Saturday, June 21st,

Starting at 9:00 a.m. in Bayfront Park, Petoskey. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $25. Pre- register at: facebook.com/pages/The-Petoskey-Area-Jaycees/152459184827221 If you have any questions please e-mail: petoskeyareajaycees@gmail.com

 

Lavender Hill Farms Celebrates 10 years this Saturday, June 21. From 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. anyone is invited to come and tour the farm to enjoy the fresh scent of lavender, while getting free refreshments of lavender lemonade, scones and ice cream. The farm is home to more than 13,000 plants and more than 30 species of lavender.  Located at 07354 Horton Bay Road - just three miles from US 31/Horton Bay Rd. Tel. (231) 582-3784. www.lavenderhillmichigan.com.

 

Great Talent. Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra will present its final Sunday Series Recital of the 2013-2014 season on Sunday, June 22nd at 4:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs.  Admission is free. This event will be the second annual "Winner's Encore Recital," featuring the young performers who won first place and runner-up in the Emerging Artist Competitions sponsored by the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra earlier this year. These competitions were open to youth musicians ages 14 through 19 who reside north of the 45th parallel in Northern Michigan. For more information: Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra office:  231 487-0010.

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McLean & Eakin Booksellers events week of 6/23: 6/24 "Fierce Reads" for teens with Leigh Bardugo, Emmy Laybourne, Ava Dellaira, Jennifer Mathieu. 6-8 p.m.   Free. Pizza & Fun! Reservations requested. 6/26  Gloria Whelan signs Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Free in-store signing. 6/26 John & Mary Agria sign Images of American: Bay View. 6-7 p.m. Free wine & cheese event. Reservations requested. 6/28  John Beck signs Detroit Resurgent 2:00-4:00 p.m. Free in-store signing.

 

FRIENDS @ THE CARNEGIE SPEAKER SERIES on Mon. June 23rd at 7:00 p.m. at the Carnegie Bldg., 451 E. Mitchell St., will feature Doc Fletcher and his program on canoeing and kayaking in Michigan "Every River Tells a Tale." The public is invited and admission is free. There will be a book sale and signing and a chance to win a free kayak or canoe trip. Sponsored by the Petoskey District Library and Friends of the Library. Call 231-758-3100 for more information or visit the web site at http://www.petoskeylibrary.org/using-the-library/programs/ 

 

Join Stafford's Gallery of Art & History for an Artist in Residence event. Michigan artist Karen VanDam Michmerhuizen will be in the lobby of Stafford's Perry Hotel creating a beautiful new piece of art work Monday - Wednesday, June 23 - 25 from 3 to 7 p.m.

 

North Central is honored to host our first Farm Expo on campus. We'll have equipment, products, displays, information, food and more.  Please join us! On June 24th from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the North Central Michigan College, Health Science Education Center. Cost is $10 in advance (includes light supper and all materials) or $15 at door. Come for an hour or an evening to learn first-hand about farming practices, products and equipment.  Learn from the experts about new business opportunities, products, and techniques in farming.  Network with farmers and friends.  Food provided by North Central Iron Horse Cafe.  Indoor and outdoor demonstrations. For more information call 231-348-6839.

 

RAISE THE ROOF FOR HABITAT!  Please join Habitat supporters at RAISE THE ROOF - a summer kickoff party to benefit Habitat on Tuesday, June 24, 2014, 5:30  - 8 p.m. at the Bay Harbor Motorcoach Resort Clubhouse (US 31/ Charlevoix-Petoskey Road).  $50 pp includes first beverage, yummy food stations by A Matter of Taste, Fustini's, Breadworks, Glens and Cre8tive Cupcakes! Cash bar. Event fun includes Heather Leigh, Lite 96 FM emcee, live music by Patrick Ryan & Adam Engelman  & a silent auction of nautical/cottage décor, art & recreational items. Win the Treasure House  $1200+ value Super Raffle for charter fishing, golf, dining, and great adventures Up North.  Please support Habitat's mission to eliminate poverty housing! Tickets:  231/348-6926 or order online at www.northwestmihabitat.org.

 

Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council will be hosting a Northern Michigan Pipeline Symposium on Tuesday, June 24 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Pipeline Symposium is designed to be highly informative with the opportunity for the Line 5 pipeline operator and the regulatory agencies to share with the public information pertaining to pipeline operation, safety, emergency management, and spill cleanup.  This is a public educational meeting which will provide the public with information to fully understand pipelines and enhance safety in Northern Michigan. Pre-registration is requested since seating is limited.  If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer McKay, Policy Specialist at 231-347-1181. 

 

Crooked Tree Arts Center is hosting two opportunities for community members to provide input for the Public Art Plan for Downtown Petoskey. The Petoskey Downtown Management Board has recently contracted with the Crooked Tree Arts Center to provide a Public Art Plan. The community forums will be held in the Carnegie Building on Wednesday June 25th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. and Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014  at 5:30 pm. The meetings will be facilitated by a volunteer from the arts center's board of directors. For more information, contact the Crooked Tree Arts Center at 231-347-4337. The Carnegie Building is connected to the Crooked Tree Arts Center at 451 E. Mitchell, Petoskey. 

 

VitalCare Adult Day Center staff would like to invite you to an open house at their new location, One Hiland Drive, Petoskey (located on the lower level of the Hiland Cottage) on Thursday, June 26th from 4 - 6 p.m. VitalCare Adult Day Center impacts the lives of adults with physical challenges and memory impairment and their caregivers by providing a warm, loving environment where each person, despite limitations, can continue to discover, learn, create and flourish. The dedicated staff is a team of compassionate individuals, trained to care for those living with Alzheimer's disease, related dementias, and other physical impairments. No registration is required. Refreshments, music and door prizes provided. For more information about VitalCare Adult Day Center, visit vitalcare.org or call (231) 348-0771.

 

The sixth annual Night of Arts in beautiful Harbor Springs is on Thursday, June 26th, 2014, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Thirteen wonderful galleries, boutiques and studios will be on the walk this year in downtown Harbor Springs and outlying areas.  You are invited to view new works of art, adornments and antiques, while sampling gourmet delights and refreshments. The entire event is free of charge and will proceed rain or shine. For more information contact the Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce at 231.526.7999 or visit the website at www.visitharborsprings.com. Additional sponsors for the Gallery Walk are Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey Area Visitor Bureau, and the Harbor Springs Fine Art Galleries and the Harbor Springs Area Chamber. 

 

Come see the Monster Truck at Brown Motors on Thursday, June 26th at 11:00 a.m. Monster Truck "Ballistic" crushes the competition. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Meet & Greet "Ballistic" and driver, Mac. Carter's Classic Coneys on site all day.

 

Little Traverse Bay, Past and Present is the Little Traverse Historical Museum's summer 2014 special exhibit. Featuring contemporary images by Rebecca Zeiss and historic photographs, this exhibit documents the tourist economy's development and also serves as a snapshot of the region today. The exhibit's grand opening will be on Thursday, June 26, between 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.  Exhibit creators Michael Federspiel and Rebecca Zeiss will present a program explaining how the exhibit came together and sharing dozens of images from the book that is the exhibit's inspiration.  They will also be signing copies of the book after the program.  Books can be purchased at the event and the program is free and open to the public. For more information contact Michael Federspiel, Executive Director, at 231-347-2620 or info@petoskeymuseum.org.

 

Meet & Greet nature and landscape photographer, Jim Jacoby, at Stafford's Gallery behind Stafford's Perry Hotel on Friday, June 27th from 4 to 8 pm. Jim will be on site and looks forward to showing his new collection.

 

Community Appreciation Day Picnic. Please join us for First Federal's Community Appreciation Day Picnic to be held on Friday June 27th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Alanson Branch Office located at 6232 River St., Alanson, MI.  It is our pleasure to provide a FREE picnic lunch in appreciation of the communities that we are privileged to serve.  The menu includes: Pulled Pork Sliders, Chips & Cookies etc.  There will be fun activities for the children as well.  We look forward to seeing you there.

 

The 9th annual Waterfront Wine Festival takes place in downtown Harbor Springs June 28th, 4-7 p.m. Hosted by the Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce and Scenic Michigan, the event transforms the Harbor Springs waterfront to a wine tasting setting with some of the best wines of Michigan and the U.S. In addition to the wines, food samplings from area dining establishments will be available and there will be raffle tickets with great prizes. Tickets are available from the Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce in Harbor Springs, Harbor Springs IGA, Toski Sands Market and Wine Shop, and Glen's Fresh Market. Tickets are also available online: www.waterfrontwine.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door and include two wine tastings.

 

Shakespeare Rehearsal Showcase:  Saturday, June 28th, 2014; 1:00 pm; Bay View Campus Lawn. The public is invited to join the fun on Bay View's historic campus as theatre students rehearse scenes from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. The showcase is the culmination of a week-long theatre intensive co-sponsored by Bay View Association and North Central Michigan College.  Location is the lawn near the front of Hall Auditorium. (Rain location: inside Hall Auditorium).  Additional support provided by the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation and the NCMC Foundation.  Free -- please bring a lawn chair or blanket. Interested in enrolling in the Theatre Intensive or the hybrid course, Investigating Shakespeare's Plays? Enrollment runs through June 23.  For information, please visit http://bayview.asapconnected.com/Courses.aspx?CourseGroupID=9287  or call coordinator, Ann Chatterson at 231-838-6457.

 

Friske's Farm Market is have a Strawberry Social on June 28th from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. featuring fresh and sweet strawberries! Try a pancake breakfast, orchard tour, or pick your own strawberries. Get your fill of Strawberry Shortcake and Cream Pie! Plus see a very special group of high school students from Saline, MI, known as "Fiddler's Restrung." This 21 member string ensemble is renowned all over the state for their musical talent and energetic performances playing numerous styles of folk and fiddle music and will be performing at 1:00 p.m. So much to see and do and taste, for more information call 231-599-2604 or visit www.friskie.com
Upcoming

The Petoskey Stars and Stripes are finalizing plans for the Fourth of July festivities. As in the past, there will be a community parade, live music at the waterfront and fabulous fireworks. These festivities would not be possible without donations from our community. Despite a generous donation from the Odawa Casino, the Stars and Stripes are still a long way from their fundraising goal. Please consider supporting them. Donations can be sent c/o Petoskey Stars and Stripes, PO Box 2361, Petoskey, MI 49770 or be dropped off at Bearcub Outfitters, Busy Bodies Bounce Town or Northern Copy Express. If you are interested in being in the parade, your application must be received by Monday, June 30. You can download an application here

 

Weekly Dixieland Worship and concert series begins on July 3rd. The Thursday evening Dixieland Worship Services and Concerts begin on July 3 at 7 p.m. and run through August at the First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey.  The concerts feature the Epsilon Jass Band (EJB). Each week, the 30-minute service of music and message is followed by a one-hour concert filled with the sounds of lively music and glimpses into the history of Dixieland jazz. For more information, contact Tisha Cone at 231-347-4792 or office@petoskeypres.org.

 

"An Introduction to Mindfulness for Stress Reduction" will run Tuesday mornings from 10:30-11:45 a.m. beginning July 8th at the office of Integrative Medicine - Carin Nielsen, MD.  Facilitated by Chris Frasz, MSW, the course will introduce participants to the tools and methods of becoming more aware of one's thoughts and feelings through Mindfulness training and practice. Participants will learn to identify particular events and thoughts that bring on stress, as well as tools and methods for responding to and managing such stressors, such as breathing exercises, mindfulness meditation, and body awareness.  Space is limited!  Contact the office at 231-638-5585 or info@CarinNielsenMD.com to reserve your seat.

 

Camp Daggett invites the public to participate in wonderful events this spring and summer, supporting scholarships for youth at camp and in the Adventure Center.  Kayaking enthusiasts are invited to participate in the 6th annual Kayak for a Cause on Walloon Lake, a fundraising event for the Camp Daggett Adventure Center (CDAC), Saturday, July 19th and Sunday July 20th from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. Beginners and advanced adult kayakers will paddle the 30 miles along the beautiful Walloon Lake shoreline and raise much needed dollars for scholarships for children to attend Camp Daggett Adventure Center programs. There is a one-day and two-day option. For more information, call 231-347-9742 or visit www.campdaggett.org.

Of Special Note

New Summer Hours for the Twisted Olive We will be open every day including Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., serving Cafe and Bistro Menus from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Refresco Menu from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Evening Menu from 5P to 11:00 p.m.. Happy Hour daily from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

The 6th Annual Little Traverse Triathlon takes place along the Lake Michigan shoreline in Harbor Springs, MI. The 600M swim is in the Little Traverse Bay. The 19.6 mile ride heads up the "Tunnel of Trees" route along M119. The 4 mile run heads along the water and is a flat, fast course. This is going to be a great family event. We will have everyone from the serious triathlete to a ton of first time racers. Harbor Springs is gorgeous in July, let's have some fun! A FREE MINI KIDS RACE is included. This race is presented by Bay Tennis & Fitness. To register go to littletraversetri.com Event Coordinator is Okee Westbrook: okee@baytennisandfitness.com Race Director is Tom Behan: twb@baytennisandfitness.com 231-487-1713.

 

Goldmineboutique.org is a niche website created by North Central Michigan College marketing students to showcase and sell some of the antique, vintage, collectible and unique items donated to the Gold Mine Resale Shops.  The site features clothing, jewelry, collectibles, music, books and accessories including items such as an 18kt gold, diamond-studded ladies' Rolex; vintage fur hats, vintage snakeskin clutch; vinyl record collections; Salvatore Ferragamo shoes and more.  Sales generated from Gold Mine Resale Shops and goldmineboutique.org help support essential programs and services provided by Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan (WRCNM).  To learn more about Gold Mine Boutique or WRCNM services, contact the WRCNM administrative office at (231) 347-0067.  To browse the new online store, visit www.goldmineboutique.org.

 

Harbor Gallery new art Gallery in Petoskey at 3890 Charlevoix Ave Next to Bay Harbor on 31, 231 439 3790 welcomes the Fabulous photographer (Mike) Michael Barton Prints on Canvas of great areas Wonderful colorful coffee table BOOKS Super books of Bay View / Charlevoix  / Harbor Springs Please stop in.

 

This summer season The Young Americans return to Boyne Highlands to take us on an engaging journey through the decades, as we celebrate anniversaries on Broadway and in music, as well as our own first fifty years. This year's show, "Celebrating Anniversary," will help you find happiness and truly get to know these amazing young performers. Be led on a tour through the history of American musical culture, including hits from The Beatles and Broadway shows including The Wizard of Oz, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and Frozen. So don't worry, be happy, and do yourself a favor by making your plans to fall in love with The Young Americans all over again. Visit The Young Americans online or call 231.526.3152 for ticket information.

 

Come join the fun at Northern Lights Recreation! Service Industry Night Late night Sunday's -- Late night Menu 10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Drink Specials 10:00 p.m. to close -- JUKE BOX, ARCADE, MINI GOLF, BOWLING, BILLIARDS!!!  Summer Bowling Passes available.  Friday Nights AYCE Fish and Chips $14.99.  Saturday Prime Rib Night (while supplies last) Open Bowling 7 days a week 11 am to close! 
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