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Friday, October 7, 2016
7:30 - 9:30AM
Chamber of Commerce office
Stop in for a casual meet & greet, complete with a light breakfast catered by That French Place
Register for a chance to win a DEDICATED E-BLAST for your business or organization.
(You do not need to be present to win. We will draw after the event and contact the winner by phone.).
Feel free to bring a non-member as your guest.
For more information, call the Chamber office at 231.547.2101.
Sponsored by:
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 PRESENTING THE 38TH ANNUAL APPLE FEST SHIRT
Congratulations to Lydia Balyo, Charlevoix High School Senior. Lydia's design was chosen for this year's Apple Fest shirt.
The shirts are $20 each and will be available for purchase as follows:
*Friday, October 14, 9am-5pm at the Chamber office on Mason Street
*Saturday, October 15, 10am-6pm and Sunday, October 16, 10am-4pm at the Charlevoix High School Booth located next to the clock tower in East Park.
All proceeds from the sales of Apple Fest shirts will benefit the Charlevoix High School Art Department.
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CHARLEVOIX MAYORAL/CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE FORUM SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 18, 2016
The Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce, Charlevoix Courier, and the Charlevoix Public Library will host a Candidate Forum on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, starting at 6:30pm in the Charlevoix Middle/High School Auditorium. To help the voters prepare for the election on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, candidates for Mayor and City Council will be asked questions prepared by the organizers as well as a few selected audience questions. The Candidate Forum will be moderated by Ken Winters. Candidates for Mayor: *Shirley Gibson *Luther Kurtz Candidates for City Council, Ward 1 *Bob Bergman *Janet Kalbfell Candidates for City Council, Ward 2 *Bill Supernaw (incumbent) *Thomas Oleksy Candidates for City Council, Ward 3 *Shane Cole (incumbent) running unopposed For more information, contact the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce at 231.547.2101 |
 Failure is simply the opportunity
to begin again -
This time more intelligently.
Henry Ford
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 OCTOBER IS MICHIGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MONTH
Chamber of Commerce Month in Michigan recognizes chambers for the roles they play in their local communities, their work as advocates for business, and their dedication to the improvement of their communities.
The Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce is celebrating Chamber of Commerce Month in 3 ways:
1. Annual Member Appreciation Breakfast
Friday, October 7, 7:30-9:30 at the Chamber office.
2. Offering an opportunity to win a Dedicated E-Blast
Register, at the Membership Appreciation Breakfast, for an opportunity to promote your business or organization with this Member Dedicated E-blast.
3. The "JOIN" Campaign.
Are you thinking of joining the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce? Do you know someone interested in joining? October is the perfect month to do so. Extra benefits are being offered to new members who join before October 31, 2016. Contact the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 for details.
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 WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A CHAMBER AMBASSADOR?
*Are you outgoing and love being with people?
*Are you able to attend a monthly meeting?
*Are you able to volunteer time for Chamber and Community events?
*Are you interested in promoting the Chamber within the Charlevoix business community?
*Would you like to promote your business or organization in the community just by attending Chamber events?
If this sounds like you, and you are interested in being a Chamber Ambassador, email the Chamber at info@charlevoix.org for more information.
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3 DATES STILL AVAILABLE TO HOST A FIRST FRIDAY BUSINESS BREAKFAST OR A BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
IN 2017
First Friday Business Breakfast available dates:
*Friday, March 3
*Friday, April 7 (we have a member interested in co-sponsoring, call the Chamber for more information)
Business After Hours available date:
Wednesday, February 15
For more information on hosting/sponsoring one of these networking events, please contact the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 or email info@charlevoix.org
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SEPTEMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Left to Right: Becca Marcott, Racheal Barkley, Anora O'Connor, Charie Metevia,
Lorraine Manary-Executive Director for Char-Em United Way, Peggy Kusina, Dennis Kusina, Alfred Soriano
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!
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 CHARLEVOIX FARMERS MARKET ANNOUNCES THREE MAJOR CHANGES STARTING OCTOBER 13, 2016
1. The Market switches to AFTERNOONS - 3-6pm every Thursday.
This is a time people will be out picking up kids from school or leaving work and it gives them an opportunity for quick market shopping before going home to make dinner. Charlevoix students may take the bus to the library and enjoy an after school snack while parents shop for fresh, weekly staples.
2. The Market moves to the CHARLEVOIX PUBLIC LIBRARY.
The library's beautiful Community Room will be our fall location as it will keep us warm in bad weather and there are lots of products and fresh baked goods to enjoy late in the season.
3. EMAIL ORDERS will be assembled for quick pickup.
Email orders will be assembled for quick pick-up, by emailing chxfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Find available products on our Facebook page and send a list with an hour lead time. Your package will be waiting for your approval and payment upon arrival.
For questions or more information, contact Market Manager, Chris Leese at 231.330.0968.
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 LYN JENKS TO RETIRE AS MUNSON HEALTHCARE CHARLEVOIX HOSPITAL'S CEO
In a meeting of the hospital's Board of Directors Tuesday evening, Lyn Jenks officially announced her plans to retire once a suitable replacement has been found. It is estimated that a search process will begin within the next few weeks and may take up to six month to complete.
"As long as I've known Lyn, she has been an unwavering champion for Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital," said Ed Ness, President and CEO of Munson Healthcare. "Throughout the process of our initial partnership and then full integration, she has always effectively fostered constructive discussions and advanced a spirit of collaboration." More
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 SPECIAL AT ROUND LAKE BOOK STORE
While supplies last......30% off the new Harry Potter and the Cursed Child book at Round Lake Book Store,
216 Bridge Street
Charlevoix,
231.547.2699.
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 BEACON DENTAL CENTER NEWS
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: October 19, 2016, 5-7pm, Charlevoix Circle of Arts
Beacon Dental Center invites you to our FREE DENTISTRY DAY on November 12, 2016 at 7am. Patients are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis and are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather.
We are currently accepting new patients. Contact our office to find the best program to suit your needs. For more information on any of the above or to make an appointment, please call 231.237.4843.
Congratulations to the Chamber's October Member of the Month, Char-Em United Way. Thank You for all you do for our community!
beacondentalcenter.com
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 DODSON PAYMENT SOLUTIONS OFFERS LOYALTY AND GIFT CARDS
Dodson Payment Solutions now offers Loyalty and Gift Cards. These continue to produces major incentives to both the company and the customer. Ask how you can receive free gift cards, just for signing up!
*Increase Sales
*Retain new customers
*Generate free advertising
Efficiently Using A Gift Card To Your Store's Advantage Is An Easy Way To Take Your Business To Its Next Level. Read more Here dodsonpaymentsolutions.com
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 CHARLEVOIX COMMUNITY MEMBERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF OUR SCHOOLS
In February, a Charlevoix Public Schools Facility Study Team was created. The objective was to research, study, and ultimately recommend a plan of action for both short-term and long-term facility planning to our CPS Board of Education. The Facility Study Team, the Charlevoix Board of Education, and Superintendent Mike Ritter, felt it would be critical to share the findings with you and also seek your input.
We will be offering two community forum opportunities in October along with a community survey in November. It is our hope that with your help, we will determine the best plan for the future.
Forum Dates:
*Wednesday, October 5, 2016, 6:30pm at the Charlevoix Elementary School library. A tour of the school will be provided at 6pm.
*Wednesday, October 12, 2016, 6:30pm at the Round Lake Educational Center in the Rayder Room. A tour of RLEC will be provided at 6pm.
rayder.net
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 COLLEGE NIGHT AT NORTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN COLLEGE
North Central Michigan College invites high school juniors and seniors and their parents to College Night, Wednesday, October 12. The event will be held on the Petoskey campus in the Student and Community Resource Center from 6-7:30pm.
High School students and parents can meet with representatives from more than 60 public and private colleges and universities from throughout the Midwest about higher education options, admission requirements, programs of study, costs of college, campus activities and residence life. Armed forces representatives will also be available. A North Central financial aid advisor will be present to answer questions about federal financial aid for college.
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 KIDS FALL FRESH COOKING CLASS
Kids! Come and learn to make healthy, nutrient-packed, and tasty foods! Cooking classes are designed to teach children the basics of fresh cooking and includes a walk to the Charlevoix Apple Fest to shop for seasonal ingredients. This class is designed for children 4th to 7th grade and will be held Friday, October 14th from 4-6pm at the Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Wellness Workshop. Cost for the class is $10 per child with scholarships available. Children can either take their food home or invite parents to join them at 6pm for a seated sample of their delectable creations.
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 BUMPER CROP SALE
During Apple Fest Weekend, on Saturday, October 15, from 9am - 6pm, the Charlevoix Circle of Arts is joining in on the fun with a Bumper Crop Sale presented by members of the Circle of Arts! The parking lot of the Circle will be transformed into a mini art fair where artists will be selling their "bumper crop" of paintings at a discounted price.
Bolt's Farm Market has generously donated a truckload of pumpkins for carving on the front lawn of the Circle from 10am - 2pm with pumpkin carving and/or painting supplies available. There is a $5 donation fee to participate that will help support upcoming programming. More
charlevoixcircle.com
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 THRIVE45 HOSTING AN END OF SUMMER BASH
Summer has come to a close, but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop! Join the Thirve45 group in celebration of Fall or our "Local's Summer" in true, Northern Michigan fashion.
Kick off your weekend with other Northern Michigan Young Professionals on Friday, October 14 at Nub's Nob starting at 6pm, where there will be live music by The Pistil Whips. Cash bar. Food will be available to purchase from Littleman Bites Food Truck. $5 entry fee. The event ends at 10pm.
Cheers to a great summer and an even better Fall. Please take a minute to RSVP on Facebook to help us plan the event.
Thrive45 is a network of Young Professionals in Northern Michigan. Petoskey is the geographic center for the group. Most of our members are in their 20's and 30's. Learn more at thrive45.org
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 THERE IS STILL TIME TO PURCHASE YOUR CASH RAFFLE TICKET TO SUPPORT ST MARY SCHOOL
Raffle Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased after the weekend Masses or at the St Mary School or Parish offices. The Grand Prize drawing for $5000 will take place on Sunday, October 16, 2016. You do not need to be present to win.
For more information, call 231.547.9441
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 SOO LOCK PANEL DISCUSSION
Date: Friday, October 21, 2016
Time: 3:30 - 5:30pm
Place: Great Lakes Maritime Academy, Hagerty Center,
Traverse City
The importance of a new Soo Lock and the future of the maritime industry.
Panelists:
*Mark Barker: President, Interlake Steamship Company
*Jerry Achenbach: Superintendent, Great Lakes Maritime Academy
*Kevin Sprague: Area Engineer, Soo Locks (invited)
Reception to follow featuring area legislators.
Register for this event Here
northernlakes.net
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 HARVEST DINNER AT THE ROWE
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2016
Time: 7:00pm
Place: Rowe Inn
Join us for a bounty of delectable seasonal treats. Your five-course meal includes roasted corn crostini, butternut squash soup with roasted coriander and yogurt, harvest cobb salad, duck confit with spicy pickled raisins and sweet potato mash and caramel apple puff dumplings with cinnamon ice cream. $50 per person. Reservations are requested at 231.588.7351 or email wes@roweinn.com. |
 WIN-FALL CASH PARTY
The Charlevoix Elks Lodge is proud and excited to present our first annual Win-Fall Cash Party. "Win" because of over $20,000 in cash prizes, ($10,000 1st prize, $3,000 2nd prize, $1,000 3rd prize, plus lots of 50/50's and other games of chance. "Fall" because the party will be held Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Castle Farms. The Elks will offer the community great food, provided by Grey Gables Restaurant & Catering, entertainment, and camaraderie. Tickets are $150-admitting 2, and only 250 will be available. All food and beverages are included. For more information call the Elks Lodge at 231.237.0200. |
FRIGHT NIGHT AT CASTLE FARMS
Don't miss Charlevoix's Halloween party of the year!! The 11th Annual Fright Night at Castle Farms is set for Friday, October 28th at 6:30pm. Tickets are just $50pp in advance or $65pp at the door and include dinner catered by the new Blue Smoke (a division of Pigs Eatin' Ribs), open bar, costume contest with guest judges, silent and live auction emceed by the great Scott MacKenzie, dancing and CCH is bringing DJ Dr. Party to Charlevoix to keep the party going throughout the night. Tickets are on sale at Charlevoix Family Fare or from any Charlevoix Children's House family. All proceeds benefit the Charlevoix Children's House A Montessori School. charlevoixchildrenshouse.org
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LIGHTS OF LOVE CELEBRATION IN CHARLEVOIX
Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 5:15pm, Hospice of Northwest Michigan will host the 1st Annual Lights of Love Event in Charlevoix. They will be lighting a Christmas Tree in East Park, along with a short dedication and caroling. All are then invited to stay and join participating restaurants, bars and businesses in special food, beverage and sales supporting the event.
Sponsor a light or purchase an ornament to decorate the tree in memory or in honor of loved ones this holiday. Businesses, restaurants and bars can sponsor/support the event in a variety of ways too.
For more information, Click Here
To purchase your light or ornament Clike Here
Invitation to Restaurants, Bars & Businesses to participate Click Here
Commitment Form for Restaurants, Bars and Businesses Click Here
hospicenwm.org
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NORTH CENTRAL'S 4TH ANNUAL AROUND THE TABLE CONFERENCE COMING OCTOBER 19
North Central Michigan College and the Local Food Alliance will host the 4th Annual Around the Table conference for farmers, food producers, health care providers, educators and local food lovers on Wednesday, October 19 from 4-8pm. The conference will be held in the Iron Horse Cafe and Conference Center on the Petoskey campus. The conference, Around the Table: Growing Our Local Food Economy, will focus on how we can support our Northern Farms Foodshed. Speakers will highlight the sprouting of a movement from the Local Food Alliance to today, including Farm to School programs, senior center partnerships with farmers, educational opportunities in agriculture, Health Department program funding and more. More
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Click Here to view available Business Space for Rent or Lease
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Please Click Here to view jobs available with the following Chamber Members. Beaver Island Boat Company
Castle Farms
Charlevoix State Bank
City of Charlevoix
Roadhouse 757
Please visit the below resources for other job opportunities in our area.
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To learn more about becoming a Premier Member call the Chamber at 231.547.2101
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