Harbor Springs Vacation Home
Alyssa & Rob Briggs,
1425 Bayview Heights, Petoskey. Tel. (330) 402-1016.
1371 Timber Pass, located only 10 minutes from Boyne Highland and Nub's Nob, this rental features seven bedrooms, two kitchens, eight full baths, indoor sauna & hot tub, two living rooms and mover. The home can accommodate up to 15 people.
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Ribbon Cutting - New Member
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Harbor Springs Festival of the Book
Kate Denton, 160 State St., Harbor Springs.
The Harbor Springs Festival of the Book is a three-day gathering of nationally known presenters with Festival attendees for a celebration of books, and the stories that make them great. The first of what will become an annual literary event will take place in Harbor Springs, Michigan September 30 - October 2, 2016.
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Celebrating 60 Years of Membership Fochtman's Auto & Truck Parts
Dan Fochtman, 2145 E. Mitchell, Petoskey.
We are your locally owned NAPA auto parts store. At Fochtman Auto and Truck Parts of Petoskey we deliver what our customers need: excellent customer service, quality auto products and services, competitive prices, and knowledgeable people. We also provide machine shop service and custom mixed automotive and industrial paint.
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Celebrating 40 Years of Membership Dave Kring Chevrolet Cadillac
Dave Kring, 1861 US 31 North, Petoskey.
At Dave Kring Chevrolet-Cadillac, we pride ourselves by providing an extensive selection of new Chevrolets and Cadillacs and an unrivaled choice of makes and models of pre-owned vehicles. Our core values are based on Honesty, Integrity and Courtesy before and after the sale.
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Celebrating 30 Years of Membership Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
George Armstrong, 1230 US 31 North, Petoskey.
See why this site was voted, "Best in the Northwest" by readers of "The Graphic." Putt your way through the world of 18th century pirates-- under cascading waterfalls, across a natural stream and past pirate ship ruins! Nestled in a naturally beautiful landscape, this 18-hole course has been delighting families for generations.
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Celebrating 10 Years of Membership Little Traverse Sailors
Dan Thompson, 343 E. Bay Street, Harbor Springs.
The mission of Little Traverse Sailors is to build lifelong sailors, by providing a safe and fun learning environment for youth and adults. We strive to provide the highest quality instruction at all levels of ability and interest in sailing.
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Nub's Nob is welcoming Ben Doornbos to the role of assistant general manager.
Doornbos has worked at the Harbor Springs ski area since 2009 in various capacities.
Ben is a graduate of Northern Michigan University, where he received a bachelor's degree in outdoor recreation leadership and management. "I'm fortunate to work with the best team in the ski industry," Doornbos said. "Jim Bartlett (president and general manager) and Marty Moore (area manager) along with the rest of the crew run the best ski area in the Midwest, their passion for Nub's is contagious. I'm also lucky enough to work for the best family owned ski area in the business. The Fisher family are all avid skiers and their focus at Nub's Nob is quality first."
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McLaren Northern Michigan Awarded 5-Star Hospital Rating from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced Wednesday, July 27 that McLaren Northern Michigan has been awarded a 5-star rating, the highest rating possible for quality and safety.
More than 3,600 hospitals nationwide were included in the analysis, which ranked hospitals from one to five stars based on 64 distinct measures. A 5-star rating places McLaren Northern Michigan in the top 2.2% of hospitals in the country. "McLaren Northern Michigan is dedicated to providing quality patient care and high customer satisfaction," stated David M. Zechman, President & CEO of McLaren Northern Michigan. "We are honored to be one of only four hospitals in Michigan with a 5-star rating, and the only hospital in northern Michigan. This is a testament to the dedication of our colleagues and medical staff, who give of themselves daily to improve the lives of others."
The Star Rating was developed through a public and transparent process that evaluates quality measures such as: timely and effective care for heart attack, stroke, pneumonia; patient satisfaction based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey; infection prevention and treatment; 30 day readmission rate. For information on services available at McLaren Northern Michigan, please call (800) 248-6777.
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The Downtown Petoskey 51st Annual Sidewalk Sales are this Friday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, July 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Downtown merchants move their stores into the streets and offer fantastic deals. In addition to the great bargains in an outdoor festival environment, Sidewalk Sales will also provide entertainment for the entire family with the Charlotte Ross Lee Concert series featuring Pete Kehoe at noon and at 7 p.m. Petoskey Rocks! is hosting the Up North Big Band. There will also be a Ghost Walk at 8:00 p.m., and at dusk, Walt Disney's Snow White will be showing in Pennsylvania Park. Find out more at www.petoskeydowntown.com.
Bergmann Center Resale Shop's Trunk & Treasure Sale - July 29th & 30th from - 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. We have several vendors to choose from including Original paintings by Vivian Cohen, handmade jewelry, stained glass, hand sewn "Made in Charlevoix" items including aprons, wallets and more, hand crocheted items, yard art & repurposed glass, new Tupperware, and much more! $1.00 entrance fee gets you 10% off your purchase inside. Kiwanis AKtion Club will be holding a polish/hot dog sale with chips and a drink. Bring your friends & family and enjoy!!!
17th Annual Bay Harbor Fine Arts & Fine Craft Festival is July 29th to July 31st.
Everyone is encouraged to make artwork in the "Make and Take Tent" at no cost.
There will be live music on Saturday, as well as a stiltwalker to entertain the kids.
Jania will also be here to do balloon twisting. Get your "art passport" filled out at the secret customs locations and when it's full, drop it in the box for a chance to win one of the several gifts. Find out more!
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Edward Jones Presents Preparing Your Estate Plan on August 2nd at 2:00 p.m. at the Friendship Centers of Emmet County. It's a topic people tend to put off or ignore, but one of the most important things you can do is to develop a sound estate plan. Attend our Preparing Your Estate Plan presentation and you will learn more about: - What to consider when creating your will - The benefits of trusts and estate planning - How to help reduce taxes on your estate - How insurance can help protect your family. Harry Ingleson from Law Offices of Daniel J. Harris will be available to answer questions. Please call Tonya at 231-347-1655 or email tonya.timmerman@edwardjones.com by 07/28/16.
Petoskey District Library Renewing Township support. On August 2nd, voters in Bear Creek and Resort Townships will have the opportunity to renew their support for our library by voting to renew a 0.4 operational millage. This millage will last for four years, 2017-2020. Passing the millage will continue funds for library materials, programs and the additional hours of operation which were previously cut. This millage is NOT an increase. The library continues to be an anchor for downtown, bringing in hundreds of patrons each day. They hope to continue their partnerships, strengthen their impact, and provide excellent service for the community.
All Aboard! Spend an afternoon at Castle Farms on Wednesday, August 3rd from 1-3 p.m. for All Aboard for Story Time. Listen to train stories, learn about the Castle's Model Railroad- the largest in Michigan, explore the grounds on a special tram ride, and enjoy train-themed activities! Stories read and cupcakes served at 1:30 p.m. Admission is just $10 per person and includes full access to the Castle, including the Enchanted Forest and Norm the Dragon. Tickets available at www.CastleFarms.com/Calendar
McLean & Eakin Booksellers welcomes back mystery writer Robert Wangard on Thursday, August 4th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Wangard will be signing the sixth book in his Pete Thorsen series titled, Framed. This is a free in-store signing; no reservations necessary. For more information, contact McLean & Eakin at 231.347.1180 or send an email to www.mcleanandeakin.com.
Cork & Canvas - A Creative Afternoon of Art & Wine is Thursday, August 4th, from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Cost is $50 per guest includes art supplies, light appetizers, and wine tasting. Paint plein-air style on the Rose Garden Veranda at Stafford's Perry Hotel! Each guest will take home their own one-of-a-kind masterpiece. For reservations, please call us at 231-347-0142.
Critical blood shortage: Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to give now. At times, blood and platelets are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in, which impacts the ability to rebuild the blood supply. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a five-day blood supply on hand. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed to help restock the shelves. The Red Cross is thanking those who come in to donate blood or platelets by emailing them a $5 Amazon.com gift card claim code. To schedule an appointment to donate, use the free Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Petoskey August 5th from 12 p.m. - 5:45 p.m., American Red Cross Petoskey.
Raven Hill Discovery Center is hosting its first 5K run and 1-mile fun run/walk on Saturday, August 6. The entry fee for the 5k run is $20 per person and for the 1-mile fun run/walk, it is $5 per person. The Raven Run 5k takes place on the campus of Raven Hill Discovery Center and continues through Raven Ridge Nature Preserve. The Raven Run 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk takes place on the campus of Raven Hill Discovery Center around the Taxi Trail and through the Ancient World and includes a variety of fun educational activity stations along the way. All proceeds will benefit programming at Raven Hill Discovery Center. For more information or to register visit www.miravenhill.org or call 231.536.3369.
Make plans now to see the Summer Youth Theater production of 'Robin Hood' presented by Little Traverse Civic Theatre. Performances will be Thursday August 4th - Sunday August 7th at the Crooked Tree Arts Center. The well-known tale of Robin Hood comes to life on the stage with a talented cast of area youth. It's up to Robin to stop a marriage, defeat a nasty sheriff and secure Nottingham for the king's return. Fun for the entire family! Tickets are only $12 for adults and $7 for kids. Get your tickets now at www.ltct.org or at www.mynorthtickets.com.
Antiques at the Fairgrounds is Saturday August 6th and Sunday August 7th. Head to the Emmet County Fairgrounds for a huge array of high quality antique merchandise from the smallest collectibles (jewelry), to a wide range of antique furniture, pottery, china, textiles, prints and more. Admission is $5.00 per person (good for both days), children under 15 admitted free. Parking is FREE! Show times are 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit www.antiquesatthefairgrounds.com.
If you're a dog lover, then do not miss this important film. Dog By Dog, The Documentary is making it's only Northern Michigan appearance on Sunday, August 7th, 7pm at the Lyric Theater in Harbor Springs. The film is a behind the scene look at how big agriculture and other groups work together to keep dog farming legal in the United States. Over 2 million puppies are born every year in puppy mills while 1.3 million dogs are euthanized in shelters. The movie is informative and one that will make you think. All the proceeds benefit mill dogs and stopping this cruel business. Tickets are available at http://dogbydogdocumentary.com/harbor-springs-mi/ |
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Hearing Health USA in Petoskey, MI is excited to announce their office's grand opening and ribbon cutting event! They are extending the invitation for the entire community to join them on Monday, August 8th, at 1:00 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be served! The event will take place at their office located at 1101 US-31, Petoskey, MI 49770. Hearing Health USA is thrilled to be a part of the Petoskey community and has recently become a proud member of the local Chamber of Commerce. Hearing Health USA is a network of healthcare providers whose patient promise states: "We are dedicated to providing our patients with the highest level of hearing healthcare and to guide each individual through their journey to better hearing."
Blissfest Family Vacation is August 8th - 12th. A camp-out & collaborative community building experience at Blissfest Farm. Enjoy Campfire music, sing-a-longs, storytelling, ukulele & drum jams, moves and popcorn, farm-to-table dinner, nature hikes, arts & crafts and so much more! Cost is $100 per family for the week or $25 per individual day. Check out more details and register here: http://www.blissfest.org/blissfest-family-vacation
Individuals in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of accessing capital, or simply considering self-employment, will have the opportunity to attend a Starting a Business workshop Thursday, August 11 in Petoskey. The workshop is being offered by the Northwest Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with North Central Michigan College, and is being held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room 536 of the North Central Student and Community Resource Center, 1515 Howard Street. There is no charge to attend the workshop, but pre-registration is required by contacting the SBDC at 231-922-3780. Online registration is also available at www.sbdcnorthwest.org/
LIGHTS OUT Northern Michigan! Residents, businesses and visitors, join us in turning off the lights throughout the North on August 12th from 10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Emmet County is asking you to help make the sky as dark as possible for an incredible night of stargazing and meteor-watching. We are hosting the Lights Out Across the Bay and Lights Out Across the Straits challenges, two fun, friendly, awareness-raising (and completely optional) competitions between the towns of Petoskey and Harbor Springs, and Mackinaw City and St. Ignace -- including the Mackinac Bridge! Here's how it works: Between the hour of 10-11 p.m., please turn off your lights inside and out. Then sit back under the stars and enjoy the Perseid Meteor Shower, which peaks overnight at this time. Complete details and pledge form can be found at www.midskypark.org
The 2016 "Healing the Bear" Bear River Cleanup will take place along the Bear River in Emmet and Charlevoix Counties on Saturday, August 13th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. beginning at the Bear River Shelter in Petoskey. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are invited to walk, wade, or canoe as they pick trash and debris from the area surrounding the Bear River. Canoe volunteers are especially needed this year! Pre-registration by August 3rd is appreciated. All pre-registered volunteers will receive a free light breakfast, an event t-shirt, and a free lunch. To register, please call (231) 347-1181 or email matt@watershedcouncil.org.
The 25th Annual Odawa Homecoming Jiingtamok (pow wow) is Aug 13th - 14th at the LTBB Pow Wow grounds in Harbor Springs. Admission to this cultural event is free and open to the general public. Singing and dancing are a big part of the festivities, and don't miss the drum contest and Miss Odawa Contest. Grand entry times are 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and 12 (noon) on Sunday. For more information, email avandecar@ltbbodawa-nsn.gov or call 231.242.1453.
Community Appreciation Lunch at First Community Bank! Let us do the cooking at our Division Branch (on the corner of Division Street and Mitchell Street, in Petoskey) Wednesday August 17th 11a-2p. We'll be serving up hot dogs, chips and beverages.
Old Town Emmet Farm Market - Stop and see us this (and every) Saturday from 9-1.
New items each week! Quick-Stop-Shop. We look forward to seeing you at Emmet and Fulton Street, Petoskey.
Annual Howl at the Moon to take place August 18th! Join Little Traverse Bay Humane Society for their Annual Howl at the Moon fundraiser on Thursday, August 18 from 6-9 p.m. at Nub's Nob. The night kicks off at 6 p.m. as guests are greeted with champagne upon arrival and a variety of mouthwatering local specialties served by area restaurants. In addition, there will be an open bar and music provided by Jeff Pagel. Live and silent auction items will be available. Howl at the Moon tickets are $150 if purchased on or before August 8 and $200 if purchased after August 8. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.ltbhs.com or contact Teresa Chaney at 231-347-2396.
The YMCA of Northern Michigan's 2nd Annual 4.9770K Color Fun Run is back! Join us on Saturday, August 20th when once again, the YMCA of Northern Michigan is giving the community an opportunity to become human tie-dye and potentially win some fabulous prizes while you're at it! We had over 300 participants last year and we're anticipating even more for this year! Come join us for a morning of fun while helping the Y impact our community! Registration is up and running at mynorthtickets.com, Early bird prices are available until July 24th. For more information, check out our website at: http://www.ymcanm.org/YMCAofNorthernMichigan4.9770KColorFunRun.htmWe'll see you there!
Call for volunteers! The 9th Annual Microbrew & Music Festival is right around the corner, kicking off Friday, August 26th! Two days of craft brews, good food, and local and national star-studded acts, all happening in the downtown Traverse City's Commons to give a proper farewell to our beautiful Northern Michigan summer. Sounds like fun, right? We are looking for folks to pour beers, sell tickets, and be site managers of brew zones. In exchange for your help, you'll receive free entry into the festival, support Crosshatch's arts and agriculture programs, and have a knee-slappin', toe-tappin' good time. Interested? Contact Jeannie Voller for more information and details.
Join us for GLCO's Russia Concert, August 28, 2016 - 6:15 PM Pre-Concert Talk with Libor Ondras; 7:00 PM Performance Begins. John M. Hall Auditorium, Bay View. $25 General Admission. Please join us in a delightful evening at John M. Hall Auditorium, Bay View to listen to Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra perform brilliant masterpieces: Serenade by Tchaikovsky, Saxophone Concerto by Glazunov with Tom Harder as soloist and Pulcinella Suite by Stravinsky. Featuring performance by Tom Harder. General Admission tickets are available at area chambers of commerce or online at www.glcorchestra.org. For more information, contact the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra office at (231) 487-0010.
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Old Town Emmet Farm Market - Stop and see us this (and every) Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. New items each week! Quick-Stop-Shop. We look forward to seeing you at Emmet and Fulton Street, Petoskey.
It's Summer Clearance Sale time at in Uniform. From now until July 30th, all in-stock merchandise is 30% OFF. Scrubs, shoes, accessories, everything is on sale. Even Northmen Gear like t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats. We even have tux shirts, ties and aprons. We're behind Southwoods Restaurant on Sheridan and next to The Trophy Case. Come in and catch the best sale of the year. You don't need to fight the crowds downtown!
Don't miss these extra movies that will be showing in Walloon this summer of Saturdays: The Man from Snowy River on July 30th, Dennis the Menace on August 20th and Field of Dreams on September 3rd. All movies will start approximately 20 minutes after sunset. Questions? Call (231) 535-5000 for more information.
Upcoming Events with Little Traverse Conservancy: Hike the Hindle-Ross Trails
Saturday, July 30th from 1-4 p.m. in Cross Village. Little Traverse Conservancy's 44th Annual Meeting, Tuesday, August 2nd at Camp Sea-Gull, Lake Charlevoix. Herpetology Surveying Techniques on Saturday, August 6th from 10:00 a.m. - Noon at the Braun South Nature Preserve, south of Pellston. For more information or to register for these events call 231.347.0991.
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Have you seen it? When driving past 1038 Bay View Avenue, the western wall of Sight & Sound Music building adjacent to Kilwin's, you may notice something beautiful is happening. This wonderful mural taking shape is thanks to Abby Kent, large scale resident artist and the Crooked Tree Arts Center Mural Project class for kids. Students have learned the nuts and bolts of a mural; owner approval, zoning approval, public reaction, safety procedures, designing for communities, designing for sites, tools, patterning, proper paint disposal, and a number of painting techniques, rarely learned in school. The image of the mural was designed to include Victorian framing elements with respect to Bayview, and is a stylized version of an indigenous species.The project is hoped to be completed today. Find out more about Abby Kent here.
Tickets are on sale for the 16th Annual Cash Raffle, a fundraiser for Friendship Could YOU handle it? Attend this interactive simulation and find out! This simulation is an experience that is designed to help participants understand what it's like to live month to month on a limited income. The goal is to help people rethink what it is to struggle financially and sensitize participants to the issues far too many local families face. By participating in this
Simulation Workshop you can walk a mile in the shoes of 38% of the households in our communities. Participants will act as a family and face the everyday struggles that low income families face. The simulation will occur September 16th at the Petoskey United Methodist Church from 1-4 p.m. If you plan to attend PLEASE RSVP by September 6, 2016 to: vista@charemunitedway.org
Centers of Emmet County, Council on Aging. Ten cash prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize, will be awarded at the Cash Raffle Party on Friday, September 9 at the Fairgrounds Community Center. The final early bird drawing is August 17. Get your ticket now for a chance to win $150 and still be entered into the grand prize drawing. Tickets cost $150 and may be purchased at the Petoskey Friendship Center or by calling (231) 347-3211. Sponsors for this year's fundraiser are American House Senior Living Communities, Angel Heart Home Care, Bay Street Orthopaedics, Comfort Keepers, Independence Village, Korthase Flinn Insurance & Financial Services, and Mallard Cove Assisted Living.
Sandra Lee Photography Studio & Gallery at 318 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, or sandraleephotography@hotmail.com, or www.sandraleephotographystudio.com.
Camp Daggett has two leadership programs for businesses and organizations to utilize. Created by Karen Marietti, director of the Camp Daggett Adventure Center, and Drew Baar, assistant director, these programs are customizable and can be delivered at a location of your choosing. For more information, contact Karen Marietti at karen.marietti@campdaggett.org. For more information about Camp Daggett, visit www.campdaggett.org.
Do you know a local historian deserving of recognition? Third Annual Essence of Emmet History Award nominations sought to recognize the extraordinary efforts in protecting, preserving and sharing our history, the Essence of Emmet - a local collaborative of organizations and individuals sharing an interest in our history - has announced its third annual Essence of Emmet History Awards program. To be eligible for the awards, the recipient(s) must be individuals and organizations dedicated to the preservation, presentation and promotion of the history and culture of Emmet County. The public is invited and encouraged to nominate individuals and organizations for these awards, which have several categories. Winners will be announced during the annual fall program hosted by the group. Nominations are due by Sept. 1, 2016. Complete details: www.emmetcounty.org
Charlevoix and Emmet County Emergency Food and Shelter Grants Available. Emmet County has been awarded $21,934 in Federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program, the Charlevoix County award has not yet been announced but we anticipate it being reduced from last year's level of $17,981 by approximately 22%. These funds will be distributed by a Local Board and are used to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in these counties through March 31, 2017. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact Lorraine Manary, Char-Em United Way, P.O. Box 1701, Petoskey MI 49770; phone 231-487-1006; email info@charemunitedway.org for an application. The deadline for applications to be received is 5 p.m. Friday, August 4, 2016.
The Perfect Company Outing! Show your employees how much you appreciate them take them on a Riverboat Tour! At Riverboat Tours we can plan an inexpensive and effective company event that is low in cost and high in interaction and fun. Tale a private Riverboat Tour, available for groups up to 24, which can be customized to include swimming, a picnic or just enjoying the inland Waterway. You can bring hors d'oeuvres, your favorite beverage and music. Make a party of it! Enjoy the joys of boating with your staff today! Company outings are perfect for every business size and type, and we can work with you in planning an activity that will be remembered by your employees. Contact us today! |
Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce | 231-347-4150 | www.petoskeychamber.com 401 E. Mitchell St. Petoskey, MI 49770 |
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