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This Week
We encourage any of our members with maquee signs to welcome some our visitors for events happening this week.
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Governor Rick Snyder will be attending the U.P. State Fair during Military Appreciation Day on August 14th, 2013 at 11:00 AM. This is an opportunity for Delta County citizens to hear directly from the governor about issues affecting Delta County and steps that are being taken to solve these issues.
Luncheon is $20 and includes parking, gate admission, and lunch. You can reserve tickets by calling the Delta County Chamber of Commerce (906) 786-2192. Please note, this is a non-political event.
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A big thank you to our "Taste of Membership" participants for the Esky 150 Business And Industry After Hours.
Cold Beverages ~ Bink's Coca Cola
Ham & Cheese, Taco & Seafood Salad ~ D&M Subs
Hor de oeuvres Pasties ~ Dobber's Pasties
Meaty Beans~ Elmer's County Market
Radiator Pasta Salad ~ Family Inn
Hot Dogs ~ DTE Energy
Assorted Desserts ~The AppleWood Eatery & Expresso Bar
Housemade Chips ~ Island Resort and Casino
Cheesy Potatoes ~ Kipling House Bed and Breakfast
Ham Roll Ups ~ OSF St. Francis Hospital
Pacinos - Cold Smoked Salmon
Caesar Salad ~ Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza
Sheet Cake ~ Elmer's County Market
Hummus Platters ~ Bobaloon's
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Attention Restaurants:
Be Part of Luncheon with the Governor.
Are you looking for an opportunity to:
Accentuate your appetizers
Detail your desserts
Characterize your catering
Emphasize your entrees Let us help!
The Chamber of Commerce is working on several events throughout the summer, a few of which will be highlighted by the famous "Taste of Membership"; a buffet style dinner featuring items from our Chamber member restaurants.
The Chamber helps to coordinate different events in an effort to provide promotional opportunities exclusively for Chamber members. You are invited to participate in any or all of the following events by supplying one of your signature menu items to offer VIP treatment for the participants of these events.
For each event you participate in you will receive some reimbursement for part of your cost. These events are not fundraisers for the Chamber but rather a chance for us to showcase, you, our members. In addition, your promotional information such as menus, coupons and brochures can be given to the guests, and your name will be prominently displayed as a co-sponsor of the event.
We appreciate any involvement you wish to have and look forward to hearing from you.
Please contact Sheila at the Chamber at 906-786-2192 or shughes@deltami.org with any questions, or to sign up for one of these great events.
August 14, 2013: Luncheon
300 to 400 Attendees with the Governor
Upcomming Opportunity:
September 6-7, 2013: Lake States Logging Congress
600 to 700 Attendees
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Splash is a  chance to win a 6 person hot tub valued at $12,500. Sponsored by Master Spas of Northern Wisconsin, WLUC/TV6, and Island Resort and Casino
Details: Individual participants must submit a video singing or performing a song by one of our Grandstand Acts; Craig Morgan, Great White, Jackyl, or Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. The video must be at least 60 seconds long but not longer than 120 seconds.
Entries will be Accepted June 1st at Noon - August 3rd. Facebook users will choose the top 10 Ten. Finalists will perform on opening night, Monday, August 13th in the Activities Tent in front of a panel of judges that will select the winning performance.
**Must be at least 18 years of age**
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The Sergeant Answers:
What Does the Recycle Number Mean
on a Plastic Container?
Recycling plastic keeps it out of the landfill and conserves natural resources, including petroleum. The Society of the Plastics Industry developed plastic resin identification codes in 1988 to help consumers and manufacturers efficiently sort plastics for recycling. However, the presence of the code - a three-sided "chasing arrow" triangle with a number inside - tells only what material it's made from and doesn't mean a plastic container can be routinely recycled. Earth 911.com has a national directory, searchable by zip code, to find plastics recycling in your area by the numbers.
Plastic Code 1
A container coded number 1 is polyethylene terephthalate, called PET or PETE. This high impact plastic is used for things like beverage bottles, food jars and frozen food trays. Recycled, PET becomes bottles and containers again, as well as fleece jackets, carpet fiber and comforter filling. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 28 percent of all PET bottles and jars are recycled, compared to 7 percent of all plastics in the municipal waste stream.
Plastic Code 2
The number 2 on a plastic container means it's made from high-density polyethylene, or HDPE. HDPE is used in bottles for milk, juice, liquid detergent, bleach and cosmetics. HDPE is recycled into bottles for non-food items, plastic lumber, garden edging, flowerpots, buckets and crates. The EPA reports the recycling rate for HDPE containers is 29 percent. HDPE and PET have higher recycling rates because stable markets exist for the materials.
Plastic Code 3
Number 3 plastic is polyvinyl chloride, also known as PVC or vinyl. This plastic is manufactured to be either rigid or flexible, and is used in clamshells and blister packs, bags for bedding and medical items, and construction materials such as pipe, tubing and window frames. When PVC is recycled, it lives on in decking, fencing, carpet backing, traffic cones, paneling and gutters.
Plastic Code 4
Plastics with number 4 are made from low-density polyethylene, or LDPE. This tough, flexible plastic is used in bags for bread, produce, dry cleaning and garbage, as well as container lids and squeeze bottles; LDPE is also used in shrink wrap because it reacts well to heat sealing. LDPE is recycled into shipping envelopes, garbage can liners, trash cans and outdoor lumber.
Plastic Code 5
Number 5 plastics are made out of polypropylene, or PP. It is used in molded products - the code is on flexible food containers for yogurt, margarine and syrup, and also harder plastics like medicine bottles, bottle caps and automobile parts. Recycled PP is made into durable items like garden rakes, trays, storage bins, brooms and brushes.
Plastic Code 6
Polystyrene, or PS, is coded number 6. PS containers are rigid or foam; either type forms a moisture barrier that makes it good for products with a short shelf life. PS is used to make take-out containers, cutlery, meat trays and disposable plates and bowls; packing peanuts are a common form of the foam version of PS. It is recycled into products like insulation, license plate frames, switch plates and plastic moldings.
Plastic Code 7
Code number 7 is on composite materials, layered resins and other difficult-to-recycle plastics. This includes baking bags, ketchup bottles and some large water jugs. Number 7 plastics can sometimes be recycled into bottles or plastic lumber. However, polycarbonate plastic, one variety coded number 7, is made with the chemical bisphenol A, or BPA. The National Toxicology Program reports that BPA may have adverse effects on the development of the brain and behavior of fetuses, infants and children, and advises consumers to limit BPA exposure by avoiding number 7 plastic containers.
References
1.SPI: About Plastics - Recycling
2.SPI: About Plastics - SPI Resin Identification Code
3.American Chemistry Council: Plastics Recycling
4.U.S. EPA: Plastics
5.National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences; Since You Asked - Bisphenol A
Resources
1.Earth911.com: Find a Recycling Center
"The Sergeant Answers" is a blog provided by SGT'S Recycling.
SGT's Recycling is a recycling service whose main objective is to provide work for as many US Veterans as possible while ensuring that as much hazardous waste stays out of our landfills and water supplies. For more recycling blogs visit http://sgtsrecycling.com/
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This year's fair will be held August 12-18, 2013 and marks the 4th year of operating independent of State funding and our emergence as Michigan's only State Fair. The fair is now governed by the Upper Peninsula State Fair Authority with representatives from all fifteen counties in the Upper Peninsula and the Hannahville Indian Community.
Since 1928, the Upper Peninsula State Fair has provided a place for folks from across the nation to experience and celebrate the unique culture and heritage of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The "Fair" remains as unique and wonderful as the people and places found across this marvelous peninsula. Nowhere is the slogan "Pure Michigan" more suitable than in Escanaba during the annual Upper Peninsula State Fair. Come experience "Pure Fun, Pure Goodness, and Pure Michigan" at the Upper Peninsula State Fair - this year and every year!
This year the public can experience a theme for every day of the week. General Admissions to all Grandstand Events is included with your paid admission to the Upper Peninsula State Fair. Gold Circle seats for the Grandstand musical shows are sold through the Island Resort and Casino. The Midway Carnival by Skerbeck Brothers have mega passes available. For Additional Information visit the UP State Fair website http://www.upstatefair.org/.
Other family fun events will be going on during this week.
Monday, August 12: Opening Night-Gates open at 5pm. Adults (13 & Up) $5; Youth (6 - 12 Yrs. Old) $3; Children 5 and under free!
Tuesday, August 13: Thrivent Day in Activities Tent Private (invitation-only). Central Upper Peninsula Chapter of Thrivent event.
Wednesday, August 14: Governor's Day and Military Appreciation Day.
Delta Chamber Member's Governor's Lunch: $20 includes gate admission-must RSVP in advance. Active military, retired military and veterans: $5, recognition ceremony for Veteran of the Year.
Thursday, August 15: Native American Day in Activities Tent - Sponsored by Hannahville Indian Community CDIB/Tribal Membership Card: Adults (13 & Up) $5; Youth ( 6 - 12 Yrs. Old) $3. Three Four All: On the fourth day of the fair celebrate Four years of successful independent operations with $3.00 gate admission and $3.00 discount coupons for ride armbands for one hour 3pm-4pm. Armband discount available with paid admission and only valid Thursday, August 15th.
Senior Citizens' Appreciation Day - Citizens (65 & over) $5. - Presented by Delta County Case Coordinators & MDS Community Action Agency
Friday, August 16: Ladies Day in Activities Tent Sponsored by: Bell's Brewery, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, & OSF Women in Philanthropy
Saturday, August 17: Agriculture Day - Sponsored by Tractor Supply Scout Day in Activities Tent Scouts in uniform: Adults (13 & Up) $5; Youth ( 6 - 12 Yrs. Old) $3
Junior Market Livestock Sale.
Sunday, August 18: Family Day Adults (13 & Up) $5; Youth ( 6 - 12 Yrs. Old) $3; Children 5 and under free!
Fairgoers can witness the miracle of live animal birth in the Miracle of Life Exhibit in the our new building. Visitors to the exhibit might see the awkward first steps of a newborn lamb or hear the peep, peep, peep of hatching chicks. The Miracle of Life Exhibit remains one of the most popular attractions at the Upper Peninsula State Fair. This incredible display of new life helps connect thousands of fairgoers with their agricultural roots.
Want to know more about your surroundings? Then, visit Growing Up Foresters , a hands on exhibit about the many wonders of forest ecosystems emphasizing the many ways trees and their products enhance our lives.
Come eat, come play, come enjoy a great tradition.
For more information visit: http://www.upstatefair.org/
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The season's fun continues with the Delta County Century Ride , September 15, 2013. The Century Ride will start at Gladstone's high school and will include Gladstone's beautiful lakefront and scenic country roads; All part of the most unique, fun and rewarding bike tour in Delta County. The event features: Route to Avoid Days River Road Hill, Healthy Food Stop, and available shirts for kids on site. Enjoy a Gourmet Waffle Breakfast, the morning of September 15th, to get you ready for your fun.
All endurance levels are welcome and can choose from four different routes.
 Green Route 13 Km/8 miles- Includes a beautiful view of Little Bay de Noc from the top of Gladstone's Sports Park. The route includes one rest stop, and you have the choice of doing the route twice.
Red Route 40 Km/25 miles- Includes scenic roads through parts of Delta County and a complete full service rest stop. Once there, you can head back and join the Green Route.
Blue Route 78 Km/48 miles- Incorporates the rolling countryside, great rest stops, and the beautiful view of little Bay de Noc.
Yellow Route 100 Km/62 miles- This ride is for everyone who enjoys the challenge of the metric century. No more than 15 miles between food and rest. Finish by joining the 13 km loop for fun, food and view.
Gather a team for the "Chain Reaction" team category and raise funds for your organization through pledges and donations. The Traveling Trophy will be awarded to the top team in each category
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EIGHTH ANNUAL UPTOBERFEST
OCTOBER 12TH IN ESCANABA
 The eighth annual UPtoberfest beer and wine tasting event is coming to Escanaba on Sat., Oct. 12, 2013 The festival will once again run from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. (ET) along First Avenue North in downtown Escanaba, immediately behind Hereford & Hops Steakhouse & Brewpub.
UPtoberfest is hosted by Bay de Noc Brewers, Inc., a home brewing group, to showcase craft beers and wines from throughout the region, offer education about the brewing and wine-making process and support the local community. All profits from UPtoberfest will benefit the United Way of Delta County.
Guests will be able to sample more than 40 microbrews and 20 wines from across Michigan in keepsake souvenir glasses. The ticket price includes a large selection of foods paired to the beers and wines offered at the festival. The food is being specially prepared by chef Mark Ammel, owner of Bobaloon's Café in Escanaba.
Once again this year, there'll be a special emphasis on beers and wines made in the Upper Peninsula, according to Bay de Noc Brewers President Tom Uelmen. The Brewers' Club will also conduct a beer brewing demonstration, and there will be live music by the band "ToHuBoHu."
Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Tickets will be available soon online at www.uptoberfest.org, as well as at Hereford and Hops and Bobaloon's Café in Escanaba and White's Party Store in Marquette.
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About Delta County Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce represents and promotes our Delta County's economy, education system, tourism initiatives and governmental concerns. Our organization is a catalyst through which business and professional people work together for the common good of the community.
Not a member? Follow this link and sign up!
Invitation to membership
Delta County Chamber of Commerce
230 Ludington Street
Escanaba, Michigan49829
906 786 2192
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