FIRST FRIDAY BUSINESS BREAKFAST 
                              Friday, June 3, from 7:30-8:30 am at
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital
 
                                $5/Members   $7/Non-Members 
                            Join us for great food, conversation and networking.
 A great way to start your weekend!
  
     Thank you to Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital for Sponsoring and Hosting this event.
 
 

CHARLEVOIX CHAMBER SUMMER HOURS
Summer hours will begin Memorial Day weekend.
 
Summer Hours:
Monday-Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturdays 9am-1pm beginning Saturday, May 28 through Saturday, September 3
FOLLOW THE CHARLEVOIX CHAMBER ON INSTAGRAM

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MAY MEMBER OF THE MONTH



Pictured left to right: Charie Metevia (Chamber Ambassador), Abbie Hart (Chamber Ambassador), Larry Levengood (Chamber Ambassador), Darsi Lee (Owner of The Lake House), Chris Leese (Chamber Ambassador), Alison Hubbard (Chamber President), Cody Crain (Chamber Ambassador), Cheryl Carey (Chamber Ambassador).

Thank You For All You Do!

Click Here  to submit a nomination and review the guidelines.
Remember you can nominate any Chamber Member business/group/organization,
including your own! 
 


CHARLEVOIX AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

   Skydive Harbor Springs, Inc
Luther & Mary Kurtz-Owners
(231) 330-DIVE
skydiveharborsprings.com



Janet Kalbfell
Friend of Charlevoix


BUSINESS Training &
Educational OPPORTUNITIES

CUSTOMER SERVICE TRAINING 
Give Them More Than They Expect!
Wednesday, June 8 from 8-10am, and Tuesday, June 14 from 6-8pm at the Charlevoix Public Library.
  
Designed for front-line customer service staff, this workshop will teach you the basics of establishing the customer relationship, tips on gracious troubleshooting and what it means to be a company and community ambassador.

Speaker, BJ Shawn, is the founder and co-owner of Bearcub Outfitters since 1998 in Petoskey and a Middle School Teacher in Berkley, Michigan for 15 years.

A Community Partner Project: Charlevoix Public Library, Charlevoix Main Street, Charlevoix Convention & Visitors Bureau, Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
 
To register, please contact the Charlevoix Public Library at 231-237-7340 or Click Here
NORTH CENTRAL FORMS PARTNERSHIP TO PROVIDE TRAINING TO LOCAL BUSINESSES
North Central Michigan College's Corporate and Community Education (CCE) department has formed a partnership with the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center - Northern Lower (MMTC) to provide training and educational programs to local businesses in Emmet, Charlevoix and Cheboygan counties. This partnership will provide access to Lean Business, Train the Trainer, Leadership and Secession Planning programs for businesses in the three counties.
 
Through this partnership, businesses will have access to the "Lean Learning Consortium" (LLC), an annual membership program providing monthly events on the Lean philosophy and processes. A membership includes two seats per enrollment in any LLC event in the state of Michigan, monthly programs and discounts on specific training programs. More.

To join, contact CCE Director Jim Tisdel at (231) 348-6613 or  [email protected].

SHRM PRESENTS: FUELING THE TALENT ENGINE
Friday, May 20, 2016 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM 
Finding and Keeping High Performers examines how an integrated approach to talent management helps drive business results at Yahoo! Inc. Yahoo has shown its business acumen by becoming a leader in the online-content market. It has been the focus of numerous articles and reviews because of its dynamic management and its corporate culture, which the company actively promotes to attract the best talent. 

As part of the hundreds of Society For Human Resource Management (SHRM) chapters and companies that are successfully using them to share the wisdom, insights, and examples of outstanding HR leaders and their practices in organizations today, Northern Michigan (NMSHRM) is pleased to bring this presentation to our members and not-yet members as part of our programming commitment to our members in 2016.
RSVP FOR STONICK RECRUITMENT SEMINAR
One of the world's foremost HR executives is coming to Northern Michigan for 3 FREE seminars! In this seminar, you will learn: how to recruit more effectively on your website, how to recruit on the radio, how to increase employee retention up to 50%, how to increase employee morale and much more. Whether you are a CEO, CFO, School Superintendent, or HR Professional, if your company is struggling to recruit and retain qualified employees, you owe it to yourself to attend this seminar.
  
Tuesday, May 17     Bayshore Resort in Traverse City  8:30-11:00am 
  
Wednesday, May 18   Holiday Inn Express in Petoskey  8:30-11:00am 
  
Seating is limited. Continental breakfast. Register online TODAY at lite96 or call 231-347-8713.

DENTISTRY FROM THE HEART OF CHARLEVOIX
Free Cleaning, Filling, or Extraction
May 14, 2016
Doors open at 7am, Based on First Come, First Serve
Patients are encouraged to dress for the weather.

Join our Smile Club
No Insurance, No Problem!
231-237-5098

Monthly Specail: New Patient Special: $159 (Save $225)
Cleanings, X-Rays & Exam (cannot be combined with Insurance)

We are accepting new patients:
Charlevoix: 231-237-4843
Contact our office to find the best program to suit your needs.
beacondentalcenter.com
LARA MICHIGAN WORK COMP REPORT
A new report shows that Michigan's workers' compensation system continues to give the state a competitive economic advantage in attracting new employers, while still ensuring the protection of injured workers. Last year, the Michigan Workers' Compensation Agency (WCA) ensured the proper payment of over $1 billion in benefits to Michigan workers injured on the job. A recently released Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) study compared workers' compensation claims and found Michigan's average cost per claim was once again the lowest of the 18 states surveyed.

"Our stable workers' compensation system continues to safeguard Michiganders injured on the job and this new report demonstrates that it remains an economic tool to attract and retain businesses," said Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Director Shelly Edgerton. More.
michigan.gov
LIMITED TIME OFFER AT AMERICAN HOUSE
Make American House your home and we'll waive the $1,000 community fee. For a limited time, take advantage of this great offer and save big when you move in to American House Charlevoix by May 31, 2016. Call us today and schedule a visit and we'll give you a tour of our charming community so you can see our beautiful apartments, world-class amenities and social activities for yourself. It's also a great time to meet our caring staff and friendly residents. Find out what life is all about at American House Charlevoix. 
This offer won't last long, so please call us today 231-237-5572!
americanhouse.com 
 
SUMMER HOURS FOR NORTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN COLLEGE
Beginning Monday, May 16

Administrative and business offices: 
Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8:30am-noon
Regular hours resume Monday, August 22

Library: Closed May 16, reopens Monday, June 6 at 8:15am
Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:15am-5pm, Friday 8:15am-noon
Closed August 1-28 reopening at 8:15am on August 29

Fitness Center & gym: Monday through Friday, 6am-7pm
Saturday from 8am-3pm, Closed on Sundays May 15 through September 4
Regular hours resume Tuesday, September 6

College Store: Monday through Thursday 8:30am-5pm, Friday 8:30am-noon
Regular hours resume Monday, August 22

Iron Horse Cafe: Closed Friday, May 13
Open Wednesdays only 11am-2pm for luncheon special
Regular hours resume Tuesday, September 6
9&10 NEWS ULTIMATE GRILL MASTER GIVEAWAY
There is nothing better than enjoying the outdoors during a beautiful Northern Michigan summer and eating some great grilled specialties! Now 9&10 News and Ebels General Store want to make someone the Ultimate Grill Master by giving them a brand new grill and all the meats you can eat!
 
One lucky winner will receive a charbroil gas grill, 1 New York Strip Loin, 1 Boneless Beef Ribeye, 1 Ebels own Marinated Ribeye, 20 pounds of Ground Beef, 20 pounds Pork Roast for Smoking, 20 pounds of Chicken, 30 pounds of Bone-in Pork Chops, 10 pounds of Shrimp, specialty marinades and seasonings!
  
The official entry form is on 9and10news.com. Viewers can also enter the contest by printing their name, address, city, state, telephone number, email address and age on a 3x5 card and mailing it to Grill Giveaway c/o 9&10 News, PO Box 627, Cadillac, MI 49601. Official rules are available on 9and10news.com.
 
The winner will be announced on Michigan This Morning on May 27th, 2016.
MACGREGOR CARES
Congratulations to March's MacGregor Cares Winner, Northern Michigan Chorale!

May's MacGregor Cares participants are:
- Child & Family Services of Northwest Michigan
- Bay View Association
- The Happy Stitchers 4-H Group
One of these fine groups will win $500 from MacGregor Plumbing & Heating.

Do you know of a group, organization or fundraiser that needs help in the community? We're here to help them reach their goals. Click Here to vote for May's recipient or to nominate.
macgregorplumbing.com 
HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN ANNOUNCES ANNUAL AWARDS
The Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan recently announced the recipients of its annual awards for distinguished service.  To see pictures of each of the award winners Click Here

Affiliate Member of the Year was awarded to Jim Musselman of Great Lakes Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning.
Associate Member of the Year was Gary Lewinski from Emmet Brick and Block.
John Cupps Jr. from Cupps Masonry was recognized as the Builder of the Year.
Adam Caron CPA from Rasmussen, Teller, O'Neil, & Christman, P.C.  Received the association's President's Award from President Stephanie Baldwin of Edgewater Design Group.
Christy Lyons from the Northern Michigan Review received the Dick Crawford Award for service to the community. More.
CIRCLE OF ARTS ARMCHAIR THEATRE
The Armchair Theatre produces plays on Sundays throughout the year at the Charlevoix Circle of Arts. On Friday May 13 from 4-7 pm and Sunday May 15 from 1-7 pm, open auditions for actors (age 13 and older) for the upcoming season will be held. All interested in acting, directing, performing as a musician, vocalist, dancer or helping with stage management, technical support, set-up, hospitality or promotion are encouraged to contact the Charlevoix Circle of Arts.
  
On Sunday June 31st at 6 pm, the Armchair Theatre will present, "Under Milkwood" written by Dylan Thomas. Audiences will be transposed by this melodious language of the people living in this small Welsh town, under the direction of Sandy Miles. More.
For more information call 231-547-3554
VENETIAN IS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
Have you ever wanted to be more a part of the Venetian Festival or get a behind-the-scenes look at the preparation and daily excitement each of the 8 days brings?  Sign up to be a Venetian Volunteer!  This is a great way to give back to the community of Charlevox and be a part of the annual "homecoming".  Go to our website venetianfestival.com and click on "Volunteers" to find a list of all the great opportunities we have available and become part of the Venetian Volunteer team!
 

ZONTA CLUB PRESENTS LITERARY DELIGHTS 
Charlevoix Zonta Club hosts its annual Literary Delights - a Michigan Women Author's Luncheon - from 11am-3pm, Saturday, May 14, at the Charlevoix Public Library.  Ticket includes an elegant lunch, silent auction, and gift basket raffle drawings.  Two notable Michigan women authors, Christine Elizabeth Johnson and Mary Agria, will speak at the event.  Proceeds from Zonta's Literary Delights support projects which advance the status of women locally, nationally, and internationally.  Reservations required; $40 per person.  For more information and/or to purchase a ticket, contact Kathleen Paterka at 231.547.2548 or any Zonta Club member.
zontacharlevoix.org 
TICKETS GOING FAST FOR NLEA'S SCHMOOZA PALOOZA
Thursday, May 19, 2-4pm at Boyne Mountain. 
Speaker: Bill Demmer of Demmer Corporation

Over 200 tickets already sold.  Join other businesses, community and government leaders involved in the economic vitality of our area. Don't miss the exciting guests, live entertainment, rip-roaring giveaways, special awards, tasty treats, and prestigious recognitions.

If you have not reserved your SchmoozaPalooza tickets, do so today!

Click Here to reserve your tickets online or reserve by calling 231.582.6482 or by email at northernlakes.net
northernlakes.net
CHARLEVOIX MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL INDUCTS ALUMNI HALL OF FAME
The Charlevoix Public School District will host its inaugural Alumni Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Sunday, May 22, at 1:00pm in the auditorium of Charlevoix Middle/High School.

This is our inaugural year for the Charlevoix Alumni Hall of Fame and we will be inducting the following graduates on May 22, 2016: Scott Davis, Walter Drenth, Doug Sloan, April North, Hon. Roy C. Hayes III, Dean Davenport, James Bowman, Oscar P. Stroud, Ian Weller, and George Haggard Jr.

Hope to see you there! Go Rayders!
STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR COMMUNITY MARATHON
Race begins Saturday, May 28 at 7:30 am in Charlevoix, following the Little Traverse Wheelway to Harbor Springs.
 
*Novice to Pro runners are welcome
*Walkers are invited to enjoy a scenic route - Petoskey to Harbor Springs *Pre-Race Dinner offered Friday evening, May 27, in Charlevoix.
*Post-Race food and music provided in Harbor Springs.
*Shuttle available before and after the race.

Click Here to register online.  For more information, contact race director, Jim Harrington at 989.619.4204 or email him at [email protected]
BERGMANN CENTER RESALE SHOP MEMORIAL WEEKEND SALE
25% Off Furniture and 50% Off the Rest
Friday, May 27 & Saturday, May 28 Open 9am-4pm
(Some restrictions may apply)
 
New Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm June-August
Call for more information 231-547-9624
CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
A Great Afternoon in Beautiful Bridge Park, overlooking Round Lake and the Channel to Lake Michigan. Saturday, June 4 from 12-6pm!
  • 20 Michigan Craft Beer Brewers will be represented
  • Come meet the brewers and reps from these fantastic Michigan Companies
  • Local Merchant Food Purveyors Court, representing a selection of Downtown Charlevoix restaurants
  • Live Music from local artist
  • Souvenir Shirts on Sale & Swag from the Brewers!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

For Beer pourers, Door people, and Ticket Sales!

Receive a Free T-shirt!

 
Contact: Adam Engelman 231-330-2728 or [email protected]
Click Here for more info!
GREAT LAKES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA ANNUAL FUNDRAISER "CRESCENDO"
Please join us for our annual auction and fundraiser Crescendo, at Castle Farms in Charlevoix on Tuesday, June 7th from 5:30 to 9:00 pm. An international-themed dinner catered by Grey Gables has been planned to reflect the theme of the orchestra's 2016-2017 season, Around the World. Founder of the orchestra, Dr. Robert Pattengale, and Alice Pattengale will serve as Honorary Chairs of the evening. Guests will have an opportunity to win a diamond donated by Reusch Jewelers as well as bid on unique items and experiences in the live and silent auctions. Tickets are $100 and are available for purchase at the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra office located at 438 East Lake Street in Petoskey or available by calling 231 487-0010. More. 
HOSPICE-TALITY CHEFS AUCTION & LUNCHEON
Hospice of Northwest Michigan & Bay Harbor Foundation request the honor of your patronage for a "Charitably Chic" Affair! Celebrating Life Hospice-Tality Chefs Auction & Luncheon, Raffle & Culinary Themed "Goodie" Basket Silent Auction. Wednesday, June 22, 2016, 11:30am at the Lange Center at Bay Harbor Yacht Club. Luncheon prepared by Michael Smith, James Beard Award Winning KC Chef & Owner of Extra Virgin. Appetizers & desserts prepared by our 9 featured local chefs. Contact Bay Harbor Yacht Club at 231-439-2100 for Individual tickets $75 & for Gourmet, Sommelier and Foodie Levels of support for preferential seating & support acknowledgement.
hospicenwm.org 
NOMI STYLE FASHION SHOW 
You are invited to attend NOMI Style, the Charlevoix Area Community Pool Annual Fundraiser on Thursday, June 23. from 11am-3pm at Bay Harbor Yacht Club, Lange Center.  This exciting spring fashion show will showcase the latest Northern Michigan fashions, coupled with with haute couture styling.  Get ready for a runway, shopping, seated lunch, silent auction and many fantastic raffle items.  We are excited to have the following retailers participating in this wonderful new event.  The Clothing Company, V2V, Mettlers, B. Jeweled, Threads, J. Phillips, Robert Frost, Nancy Fershee Jewelry Design, Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls, B May, Sunglass Shoppe and Talulu.

Ticket price is $75/one or $100/package price (includes 1 ticket, 2 wine vouchers, 3 raffle tickets).  For more information or to reserve your ticket, call 231.547.0982 or visit charlevoixpool.org 
 
    
BUSINESS SPACE FOR Rent or Lease

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 
103 West Hurlbut 
1000sq.ft. 
Length of lease is negotiable 
$800/month plus utilities 
For more information contact Dennis Kusina 231.547.4844 or 231.590.5290


CHARLEVOIX PROFESSIONAL BUILDING OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE 
Single size office space, 11x10, $200/month
Double size office space, 11x19, $350/month
Both spaces include electric, water, sewer, heat, wireless internet, garbage removal,
use of lobby, conference, training room as well as a gym available to our renters.
For details or more information, call John at 231.237.9060 
 
  
GREAT RETAIL OPPORTUNITY - BRIDGE STREET
One year lease with option for more. 
403 Bridge Street 
Approx. 1500 sq st. Finished basement with lots of room for storage.   
Move in condition.  High traffic block. 
Available April 1, 2016 
For more information, contact Darsi Lee at 231.675.5967


OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT - MASON STREET 
Office space is available for lease on Mason Street  
Downtown Charlevoix.  
$850/month plus utilities. 
For more information, call 231.675.0308 
 




Please Click Here to view jobs available with the following Chamber Members. 

Castle Farms
Charlevoix Screen Masters
Charlevoix State Bank
Chemical Bank
City of Charlevoix
Esperance
Ga Ga for kids
Irish Boat Shop
Panache Hair Studio
Pigs Eatin' Ribs
Pointes North Inn
Summertime Rentals
Swan Valley Marine 

  
 
Please visit the below resources for other job opportunities in our area.

  
 

   



To learn more about becoming a Premier Member call the Chamber at 231.547.2101