Be sure to visit the newest AT&T location in Petoskey at 2160 Anderson Road (just a few doors down from Glik's) for their Grand Opening on March 21.  KLT will be onsite from noon to 2 pm. There will be snacks. refreshments and several giveaways. On March 21 you will receive a 25% discount on accessories. Other great deals include smartphones for $0 down with AT&T Next and a free tablet promo with the purchase of any smartphone on the AT&T Next program. Visit or call today to learn more (231) 753-2785.

Northern Lights Recreation- Job Fair Friday, March 13^th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, March 14th 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hiring all positions including staff for our soon to come in Spring 2015 LASER TAG ARENA!! Friday night The Billy P Project and Saturday night local favorite, The Virrus Band start at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17th celebrate St. Paddy's Day in the Sassy Loon with Johnnie Walker DJ'ing 9:00 p.m. to midnight. Corned Beef and Cabbage, Shepherd's Pie, Green Beer, drinks and dancing!!!

Don't miss the 2015 Northern Michigan Regional Home Show 'Streets of Dreams' March 13thand March 14th. This year's show features 100+ exhibitors representing area businesses, raffles and contests for prizes like a new garage, a Kids Corner, a 'City Park', children's book signing, monster truck display, massages and much more! Whether you are building a new home or interested in the latest products and services in the home industry, this is always a fun event for the family. Admission is $5 at the door and FREE for kids 12 and under. Proceeds for the Home Show will go to support our local HBA and High School Building Trades Programs and more. Check out the event on Facebook or visit www.hbanorthernmichigan.org  for more information.

Kids' Festival Weekend at Boyne Mountain Resort March 13th-15th. The only rule during Kids' Festival Weekend is...KIDS RULE! The fun kicks-off with a Welcome Party on Friday and flows right into Saturday with a snowman building contest, rock climbing wall, bounce house, inflatable obstacle course, Splatmaster paintball, and more. Kids can try their hand at painting a canvas with a professional artist during Cookies & Canvas from 2-4 p.m. in the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa.  Reservations are required, 231.549.6860. Saturday evening features a Kids Tubing Party and Sunday, kids can hit the slopes to compete in a variety of fun races. Also on Sunday, kids' mini spa services are just $10 each at Solace Spa. All kids are invited to this weekend of fun!

Wood Fired Up Slope Side At Brew-Ski Serving up made to order wood oven baked pizzas.  $10 each. Noon-5 p.m. at Boyne Highlands March 14th, as part of the Brew-Ski Festival.  We are a mobile wood fired pizza trailer. We offer a FUN and FAST experience for festival goers. Pizza cooked in less 90 seconds! Like us on Facebook and find us at more upcoming festivals & events.

Brew-Ski Festival at Boyne Highlands Resort on Saturday March 14th from Noon - 5 p.m. Suds and snow, is there a better combination? This year's Brew-Ski Festival marks the sixth year of bringing together snow, craft beers, and entertainment at Boyne Highlands. Hit the slopes, share laughter with friends and spend some time at the sampling bars where brewery representatives share their enthusiasm, and 285 brews from more than 65 breweries. The festival grounds are open from Noon - 5 p.m., admission is free. Must be 21+. Details

Murder Mystery Dinner - Stafford's Bay View Inn this Saturday March 14th from 6-9 p.m. Local detectives and out-of-town sleuths are invited to join in the fun with a four course interactive Murder Mystery Dinner by Murder Mysteries Ink with "Inspector Russell." Appetizer Spinach and artichoke dip and red pepper spread with assorted crackers Salad Course Bibb lettuce, toasted walnuts, blackberries, strawberries, Canadian white cheddar, scallions and blackberry vinaigrette Main Course Chicken Florentine - spinach and ricotta cheese stuffing with spatzel and fresh green beans Dessert Irish cream $39 per guest, inclusive. Please call our friendly front desk staff for reservations, 800-258-1886. A lodging package is available, click here for details.

The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra announces its forthcoming jazz concert entitled "Jazzed Up." The concert is scheduled for Saturday, March 14th, 7 p.m. and will be held at the Petoskey Middle School located at 801 Northmen Drive. Jazz takes center stage with works including Stravinsky's Ragtime for 11 Instruments, Gershwin's Lullaby for Strings, and tributes to Copland and "Duke" Ellington. In addition the Petoskey High School Jazz Band will perform the Ellington tribute with the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra. In a truly brilliant finale solos are passed around the orchestra and everyone swings! Tickets are available at area chambers of commerce including Petoskey, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Harbor Springs and East Jordan, online at www.glcorchestra.org or by calling the orchestra office at 231-487-0010.

Time is running out... Cast your vote now for the "Red Hot Best Of" Northern Michigan.  We know Petoskey is the best, let's make sure everyone else knows too!  There are several ties right now and your vote will make a difference. Voting ends March 16th. Vote at http://bestof.mynorth.com today!

Come join in Uniform for their Grand Opening March 16th - 21st. There will be 20% OFF on all merchandise, giveaway goodies and a drawing to win one of 6 pair of scrubs. We have uniforms, shoes and accessories, as well as chef wear. We are located at 610 W. Sheridan, next to North Coast Imagewear. You can call for more information at 231-838-8799 or email us at inuniform2015@gmail.com. in Uniform is a division of Personal Graphics, Inc.

The 2015 Project Connect will be held on Wednesday, March 18th from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Odawa Casino in Petoskey. Project Connect is a day of service for those in need right here in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. If you or someone you know is struggling with financial problems, housing issues, employment challenges or health concerns please join us for a day of free services! Free transportation is available to and from the event, call your local transportation agency to schedule a ride. Volunteers are also needed to help with Project Connect. You can register to help and find more information on United Way's Volunteer Connections, go to www.charemunitedway.org and click on the Volunteers link.

Founders Brewing Co. Tap Takeover at TAP 30 on Thursday, March 19th from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Join us for a very exciting tap takeover with Founders Brewing Co. this Thursday! We will be headlining CBS, KBS 2014 and the NEW KBS 2015, along with endless other favorites! This will be your first chance to enjoy KBS on draft in Petoskey so don't miss out on this exclusive event! TAP30 is Petoskey's newest Pourhouse that features 30 rotating craft beer on draft. See you there! www.tap30.com

Learn how to Start & Grow Your Own Business on Thursday March 19th from 5-7 p.m. at the Petoskey District Library. Get practical information from those who have done it! This seminar will help you evaluate the potential of your business idea, obtain helpful ideas and methods to grow your existing business, learn the process of putting a business plan together and more. This is a FREE no cost seminar. Attendance is limited and pre-registration is required. Call the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce to reserve your space today at 231.347.4150. This event is brought to you by SCORE and the PRCC.

Cork & Canvas at Stafford's Gallery of Art & History: Downtown Petoskey

Join us for an evening of art and wine on Thursday, March 19th, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. No painting talent required. Limited space. www.staffordsgallery.com.

The Manna Food Project invites you to join them for an evening of Food and Wine at Chandler's Wine Cellar on Thursday March 19th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. There will be hors d'oeuvres, games, and a cash bar. Tickets are $30 and benefit The Manna Food Project. RSVP by calling 231.347.8852 or get more information at www.mannafoodproject.org 

Petoskey area businesses and employers are invited to a free "working lunch" March 19th to learn about and discuss solutions to the region's labor shortage. The lunch will run from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Stafford's Perry Hotel, 100 Lewis Street in Petoskey. The event is being hosted by Networks Northwest and Northwest Michigan Works. The lunch meeting will give local businesses an opportunity to learn about the region's labor shortage, and how it is impacted by skills gaps and barriers to employment. Businesses will also be able to share their experiences, ideas, and solutions for the labor shortages. There is no cost to attend the lunch, but RSVPs are required at: www.nwm.org/talentlunch or by calling 231-929-5000.  

Community Awareness Seminar on Concussion Treatment and Challenges. Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center is collaborating with Bayside Family & Sports Medicine to host a free seminar on "Concussion Treatment and Challenges that Face our Young Athletes". The presentation will be held on Thursday, March 19th at 6:00 p.m. at the Harbor Springs clinic of Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center, located at 8452 M-119, Harbor Plaza, Harbor Springs. Dr. Todd Sheperd, from Bayside Family & Sports Medicine, and Julie Slifka, Athletic Trainer, from Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center will be presenting the latest return to play protocols, the importance of concussion testing, and symptoms for recognizing mild to severe concussions. Seminar is free to the community. For information, contact Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center at 231-348-7002.

Bring your friends and family to Lincoln Elementary's Spring Carnival and Silent Auction on Friday, March 20th - 6:00-8:30 p.m. at 616 Connable Ave., Petoskey. The theme is "The Wonderful World of Dr. Seuss," so join in the fun by dressing as your favorite Dr. Seuss character! Tickets are 5 for $1, with most games costing only 2 tickets. Admittance is free and open to the public. Carnival will feature a bounce house, games in all classrooms and in the gym, including new Dr. Seuss themed games - Green Eggs and Ham, Seuss Racing, and Put Me in the Zoo. Carnival is not a fundraiser, but any profits will be used for end of year field trips for our students. For more information, contact Sue @231-348-2482.

Carnival Weekend at Boyne Mountain Resort, March 20th-22nd. The biggest and best spring celebration in the north is back, Carnival Weekend. Nearly every establishment offers a party with free entry to ages 21+. From the Wig & Crazy Hair Party in the Trophy Room Pub & Pizzeria to the Foggy Goggles Pool Party and an evening with The Breakfast Club, an 80s tribute band from Chicago, in the Civic Center, the party never ends. Sunday's Last Man Standing Breakfast and Bloody Mary Bar in Stein Eriksen's will have you walking straight in time to plunge into the Slush Cup. Skim, soak, or spectate on lower McLouth starting at 11 a.m. Carnival Weekend isn't recommended for kids, just adults that want to act like kids!

Presentation on the American Kestrel and National Research Surrounding its Population Decline on Saturday March 21st from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Carnegie Building in Petoskey. Learn more about how to get involved in studying this bird on LTC nature preserves. Be part of the national movement led by the American Kestrel Partnership. Kestrels are the smallest of the falcon family, and should be arriving soon. Check out the 5 chicks that hatched last year in the photo to the right, taken by Lynn Walters Fraze at the Black Hole Nature Preserve. There is no charge for this program, but please call Cacia at 231.344.1002 for more information or to register or visit www.landtrust.org 

Krazy Daze at Boyne Highlands Resort is Saturday, March 21st. Every year at Boyne Highlands, we celebrate spring with our something-for-everyone weekend of no-holds-barred festivities - Krazy Daze! Join us for live music, lighthearted activities, and upbeat events tailored to every member of the family. Whether you're a face-painted kid taking a pass at the Silly Slalom, or a kid at heart warming up for the Ski Over the Pond competition at a tailgate party you'll find enough fun and laughter to keep you smiling all weekend long. Details

Join the Michigan Youth Opportunities Initiative (MYOI) for a Princess Playdate Fundraiser on March 21st  at the Zion Lutheran Church in Petoskey from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. MYOI is a program to help support foster youth successfully transition to adulthood. Activities include games, prizes, dancing, singing, story time, snacks, and silent auction for the chaperones. Ages 3-10. Tickets are $10 for each child as well as their chaperone. Tickets are available at the Petoskey Chamber of Commerce, Charlevoix Emmet Department of Human Services, and OsborneKlein in Petoskey. Contact Darcie Sevenski at SevenskiD@michigan.gov or 231-342-5117 for more information.

Friends of the Petoskey Library Lecture Series presents Jimmy Spencer with Pond Hill Farm on Monday March 23rd, 7:00 p.m. at the Carnegie Building. Jimmy has been farming since 1996 and majored in horticulture at Michigan State University.  Along with his mother Sharon; wife Marci; children Emma, JJ and Lily; and talented staff and interns, Pond Hill Farm offers a fun-filled farm experience year-round. Learn more about Pond Hill Farm and how agriculture has changed in the 21st century and how small farms have had to adapt to survive and remain part of the local economy and infrastructure. All Friends at the Carnegie events are open to the public.  For more information visit www.petoskeylibrary.org, or call 231-758-3100. 

Crooked Tree Arts Center is celebrating Women's History Month on Tuesday, March 24th. Professional magician and illusionist, Jania Taylor, will be presenting, "Those Magical Dames" in the Gilbert Gallery at 10:00 a.m. as part of the ever popular Coffee @ Ten lecture series. Magic has always been thought of as a male dominated field; women are stereotypically viewed as the beautiful assistant and not the performer. There are very few women performing as the magician, and when one does see a female performing it's a rare thing. However, magic has a rich history of women performing as the conjurer. The lecture is free and open to the public; refreshments are available, along with fresh coffee generously provided by Roast & Toast Café.

A Birthday Bash FUNdraiser to benefit programs and services of the Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan will be held at Whitecaps Restaurant in Petoskey on Wednesday, March 25th. The event starts at 5:30 pm with an array of hors d'oeuvres and the Silent Auction - the Live Auction starts at 7:00 pm with a variety of biddable items such as: a 3-day stay at a cozy Cross Village cottage on 160 feet of beautiful Lake Michigan beach frontage; a ride on a Petoskey City fire truck for up to three people; a European cooking class; and a Mackinac Island getaway package. Tickets are $10 per person at the door, or call the Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan at 231-347-0067. To learn more visit wrcnm.org. 

The Emmet County Road Commission will be hosting a Public Forum at the Emmet County Fairgrounds on March 26, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on the May 5th ballot Proposal 1 (road funding initiative). Senator Wayne Schmidt and Representative Lee Chatfield are scheduled to be in attendance along with representatives from the City of Petoskey, City of Harbor Springs, Petoskey Schools, Harbor Springs Schools, and numerous townships. Be an educated voter.  Learn about the most important transportation funding plan in Michigan History.

Easter Sunday Brunch at Stafford's is Sunday, April 5th. We honor and celebrate this holiday of growth and renewal. We'd be honored if you joined us for Easter Brunch. $23.95 per adult, $13.95 per child.

Annual Titanic Dinner at Stafford's Perry Hotel Saturday, April 11th at 6 p.m. All aboard! Join us Saturday, April 11 at 6 pm for our annual Titanic Dinner. Evening includes a five course dinner, historic presentation by local historian David Kaplan, models, displays and complimentary photos by Paul Retherford Photography. $65 per guest. Reserve at 231-347-4000.

North Central Michigan College's Lecture Series will feature Marvel Comics Creative Director, Bill Rosemann, on Wednesday, April 15th, at 7 p.m. in North Central's Student and Community Resource Center gymnasium on the Petoskey campus. This lecture is free and open to the public.  Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Admission is free, but tickets are required. Tickets are available in Petoskey at the North Central Michigan College Welcome Desk in the main administrative building, in the College Library and in the College Store in the Student and Community Resource Center.  They are also available at the College's Gaylord and Cheboygan offices. For more information, call 231-439-6225.

Mark your calendars now for the Bay View Cottage Walk 2015 taking place on Tuesday, July 14th  from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit historic Bay View where nine private cottages will be open for tours plus four campus buildings. Music and dramatic performances throughout the day. Tickets are $25.00 in advance, $35.00 day of event. Parking available at Petoskey High School and shuttles to the event. Visit www.bayviewassociation.org for ticket and other information.

The 17th annual Curves Food Drive runs March 13th-27th.  This is a unique way for the community to come together and feed the needs of local food banks while simultaneously feeding the need for women's health and fitness.  Curves is inviting both non-members and members to take part in the Food Drive by bringing in a bag of non-perishable food or a monetary contribution of at least $30.  All new members who make a food or monetary donation will receive a $0 enrollment fee when joining Curves.  Call 231-487-1950 (Petoskey) or 231-526-7455 (Harbor Springs) to schedule your consultation or visit https://www.curves.com/article-detail/stories/feed-the-hungry-nourish-your-soul.  Donations can be made at the Petoskey club (829 Charlevoix Ave) or the Harbor club (8494 M-119)

Coming soon to a museum near you! Not everyone travels over spring break and for those who are staying close to home for whatever reason; the excitement is building at Raven Hill Discovery Center as they have collaborated with NASA to bring a display of lunar geological specimens to northern Lower Michigan. Visitors will also be able to see shuttle tiles from Atlantis and Endeavor. This special exhibit runs daily from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 28 through Friday, April 10 and is open to the public. The hands-on museum and animals will also be available for visitors to explore and the outdoor exhibits will be open. General admission is $10 per person.  For more information, call 231.536.3369 or email info@ravenhilldiscoverycenter.org

Bay Tennis & Fitness has a special on 10 Punch Group Fitness Cards! Non-member $78 (reg price $98) and member $59 (reg price $69). Enjoy as many of our standard group fitness classes as you want! This special expires March 31st (cards are still valid for future classes). Visit our website for a complete schedule: http://www.baytennisandfitness.com/group-fitness-classes.html Call 231-487-1713 for more details.

Introducing the new toddler area at Busy Bodies Bounce Town. Come check it out for only $5 all day! Wristbands allow you to bring the little ones in to enjoy the space and give you the freedom to leave for snacks, naps, or just pick up the other kids from school and come back to play at no additional charge. The $10 all access pass lets you go between the main and toddler area all day as well. Located at 1337 Spring Street.  Tel. (231) 881-9090 or visit www.busybodiesbouncetown.com to learn more. 

Find Your Next Legacy Powerboat at Walstrom Marine! Legacy Yachts by Tartan from Fairport, Ohio is pleased to announce that Walstrom Marine has been appointed as the exclusive dealer for the Legacy line of traditional, Downeast style powerboats for those who do their boating on Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, the Straits of Mackinac and the US North Channel region. Family owned and operated since 1946, and founded in Harbor Springs, Michigan Walstrom Marine has a well-deserved reputation for unparalleled customer service. In addition to the original location in Harbor Springs, Walstrom also has sales and service locations in Bay Harbor, Cheboygan, and Traverse City. 

Little Traverse Conservancy invites northern Michigan high school artists and scientists to create a poster promoting our new EcoStewards Program. We are seeking posters to communicate the value of protecting northern Michigan's natural lands and wild creatures. All high school students, grades 9-12, in the Conservancy's service region are eligible. Registration can be completed online at www.landtrust.org or by emailing participant's name, school, and grade to cacia@landtrust.org with "poster contest" in the subject line. Posters will be judged at the EcoStewards Kickoff event at the Carnegie Building in Petoskey on April 11, 2015. Cash prizes will be awarded and images of winning posters will be displayed on the LTC EcoStewards website. Questions may be addressed to Cacia Lesh at 231.347.0991 or cacia@landtrust.org.

Thinking of buying a boat? Don't! Enjoy all the fun of being on the water without all the headaches. Freedom Boat Club of Lake Charlevoix is the affordable, hassle free alternative to boat ownership. We believe your time is best spent on the water making memories, not towing, cleaning, maintaining, repairing and storing your boat. As a Member, you have access to our fleet of boats whenever you wish. Members also receive access to the beach and pool at Sommerset Pointe as well as reciprocal access to over 80 Club locations across the country. Put the enjoyment back into boating at a lower price tag than owning. For information, visit our website or call 231-582-1540. See you at the dock!

Government Changes to Water Heaters; Prices to Rise. In case you're not aware, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has put into effect new regulations regarding water heaters. These new mandates require higher energy efficiency ratings on virtually all residential water heating products. This will create significant changes to water heaters manufactured after April 15, 2015, including:Higher priced units - up to 35% more expensive, Larger units, More complicated installation requirements, Possible significant home remodeling costs if your water heater is located in a small space like a closet or attic. How does this affect you? Visit MacGregor Plumbing & Heating's website to learn more by clicking here.

Conway Professional Services is excited to announce it has added carpet cleaning services to meet the ongoing requests of its current and future clients. State of the art equipment for both residential and commercial needs. Free demo/quotes. Call to learn more about special rates available until March 20. Make sure to mention the chamber email.  Call today (231) 487-9300. www.conwayprowash.com.       

Exceptional Venue, Affordable Pricing; Sommerset Pointe! Consider booking your prom, wedding, private party, non-profit, corporate or social event at Sommerset Pointe. Our exclusive venue, located just 5 minutes from downtown Boyne City, overlooks beautiful Lake Charlevoix. Choose from the main dining area, deck, private party space or all three. We can accommodate 25 to 150 guests in the Yacht Club and up to 200 in our lakefront tent. On-site catering is provided by our own Porter Creek Fish House. Our full service banquet facilities can be customized for your particular needs and our Event Coordinator's dedication to detail ensures the best possible experience for you and your guests. For a personal tour and more information contact Event Coordinator Jenna Koeller at 231-582-2833 or jenna.koeller@sommersetpointe.com.

Sandra Lee Photography Studio & Gallery at 318 E Mitchell St in Petoskey is offering local businesses a special photography/marketing package that is sure to give you the exposure you need to take your business to the next level. This package includes professional photography for your business, professional business portraits of each member of your team, and professional images of your products/services. There are many bonuses in this package so call Sandra Lee for your consultation and let her customize a photography/marketing package for your business. Contact Sandra Lee at 231-622-2066, sandraleephotography@hotmail.com, www.sandraleephotographystudio.com