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Women’s Resource Center Project Groundbreaking
Burdco Incorporated participated in the recent groundbreaking ceremony for the new Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan at 2225 Summit Park Drive. Burdco is honored to have the opportunity to put their Design Build Development Services to work for such an important organization in the greater Petoskey Area.
· For nearly 5 decades the Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan has been a trusted leader combating domestic abuse, sexual assault, child abuse, and child sexual assault.
· The new WRCNM facility will feature 14,000 sq ft of campus space, which is an 115% increase from current facilities. Furthermore, the facility will have 2 times the capacity to serve child survivors and a 65% increase in preschool space to accommodate 20 additional students.
· Completion of the project is targeted for early 2025.
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NOMAD restaurant in Bay Harbor was the winner of the Sunrise Rotary Best Burger 2024 contest. The sale of burger cards raised $23,000 which will be used to support non-profit groups and organizations in our area.
Pictured: Rotary Club Member Heidi Shearer presented the award to Chef Hans Jessen, Chef Jeff Gokee, and Chef Jeffrey Summers along with Restaurant Owners Laura, Jamie, Bryant, and Philip Morrison.
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SCORE Tip of the Mitt Chapter recently honored three outstanding volunteer mentors, retiring after a cumulative 55 years of service to the chapter and to entrepreneurs in the area.
Margo Johnson (Charlevoix) , Herb Carlson (Petoskey) and Bill Collins (Petoskey) have been a mainstay of the mentor base for SCORE in this area for more than 23 years. Together, they have worked with more than 400 aspiring entrepreneurs, helping them to start their businesses in the Tip of the Mitt area.
The Tip of the Mitt SCORE chapter, located in scenic Northern Michigan, was established in 1988. The chapter has many dedicated volunteers who provide free business advice, no-cost business training through webinars and workshops, and contribute to a library of numerous templates and tools.
To learn more about becoming a mentor, or if you need mentoring support, go to score.org/tipofthemitt. Pictured L to R: Herb Carlson, Margo Johnson, Bill Collins.
Read the full press release here.
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Otis Harbor Springs, 7291 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs. Tel. (231) 270-6090 www.otisharborsprings.com A reimagined mid-century hotel. A new vision. An unparalleled position along the Tunnel of Trees with wild meadows and peek-a-boo views of Lake Michigan. The community is invited to tour the property during our open house on Thursday, June 13 from 2pm-6pm | |
Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club & Marina, 00970 Marina Drive, Boyne City. Tel. (231) 582-9900 www.sommersetpointeyachtclub.com On a gentle promontory of Lake Charlevoix's south shore, lies Sommerset Pointe Lake Charlevoix, an intimate and exclusive waterfront destination in Northern Michigan. Sommerset Pointe's spectacular setting blends an authentic maritime atmosphere with all of the contemporary amenities that you have a come to expect. Sommerset Pointe is the premier Yacht Club on Lake Charlevoix, where everyone is welcome and every day is another perfect day on the water... even if you never leave your dock. | |
The Petoskey Chamber visited the farmers market this morning to welcome new member Emlia Acres, Cory and Jessica Evans, 4243 Lacount Road, Harbor Springs. Tel. 231-881-2959. www.emliaacres.com. We are a small, family-owned, cut-flower farm located in Harbor Springs and offer fresh-cut, locally grown flowers and bouquets. We offer bouquets and single-stem flowers for sale during the spring, summer, and fall. Purchase a single bouquet or a bouquet subscription- perfect for your home or office (more information on our website.) | |
The Chamber welcomed new member Northern Technology Services, Ross Whitmore, founder – principal consultant, 231 State St. #4, Petoskey. Tel. 231-881-3123 https://ntsmanaged.com/ Northern Technology Services is an IT support company based in Petoskey since 2015. While reliable IT support services are the core of their solutions, their primary goal is to help small and medium sized businesses in northern Michigan secure their organizations from Cybersecurity threats, and improve business processes by implementing the correct tools, products, services and platforms. | |
The Harbor Springs and Petoskey Chambers welcomed new member Team Honor, Russell Coy-Burt, Treasurer, Harbor Springs. Tel. 231-254-0250 teamhonor.org. Team Honor is a registered 501(c)3, founded with the purpose of providing support and raising awareness for the nation's Gold and Blue Star Families, and Veterans during times of need. Their team and generous donors extend time, talent and treasure to those going through a challenging time and look to connect them to additional resources when possible. | |
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Friday, June 7 at 4pm – celebrate new member and business Elder Piper Beer & Cider, 923 Baxter Street, Petoskey. www.elderpiperbeer.com This is their grand opening weekend – stop in and say hi.
Thursday, June 13 at 3pm – Celebrate new member Randy Kloss for Emmet County Sheriff. Tel. 231-373-3604 www.randyklossforsheriff.org at Petoskey Chamber Office.
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Membership in the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce is open to all businesses, organizations, and individuals. It is a policy of the chamber that membership does not constitute political endorsement of a candidate or an issue. | |
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This Weekend
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council in partnership with Downtown Petoskey, is excited to invite you to the grand opening of The Ruth Tucker Ayers Harris Watershed Discovery Center on Saturday, June 1 from noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Watershed Council and adjacent Pennsylvania Park. This fun-for-all-ages opening celebration will include a sturgeon scavenger hunt through downtown Petoskey shops, games, crafts, face painting, hands-on activities, and a chance to meet the new sturgeon and other native species in the new discovery center. All activities are free and open to the public.
It's Fustini's "Sweet 16" birthday and we want to celebrate with people who have really good taste... that's you! This weekend (May 30 – June 1) we are giving out scratch-off tickets with every purchase. Scratch to reveal your Fustini's prize! What will YOUR prize be?! Online orders will also get a Fustini's gift automatically, but will miss out on the fun of the scratch-off ticket. Stop in and taste with us at 206 Howard Street. Tel. (231) 758-3575
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Next Week
Elder Piper Grand Opening Weekend June 7-9. This marks the start of Elder Piper’s first summer season and summer hours. Friday, June 7: The grand opening is at 4PM with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the taproom at 923 Baxter Street. The brewery will be open until 10PM. Saturday, June 8: open noon-10 PM. However, at 11AM there will be a one-hour yoga class with Melissa. The class is $15 per person and includes a drink token to be used after the class. Spots are limited and participants can register on the brewery’s website. DJ Clark after Dark will spin records 5-8 PM to ease everyone into the evening. Sunday, June 9: open 11AM-9PM with live music by Ricky Hill from 3-5 PM.
Join the Crooked Tree Arts Center School of Ballet for their original, full-length ballet of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory based on the 1971 film. Charlie is one of five international winners in a contest created by the great chocolate maker, Willy Wonka. With the promise of a lifetime supply of chocolate, Wonka puts each contestant to the test of navigating the challenges before them. Since Charlie demonstrates honesty, humility, and kindness, he inherits much, much more than a lifetime supply of chocolate. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will be performed June 7 at 7:00 pm and June 8 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 pm at the Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available for purchase here.
Saturday, June 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., come to the second annual Lynn Duse Memorial Kids’ Bike Fest at the Little Traverse History Museum. There will be a bike parade from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This is a free event. Parade registration begins at 10:00 a.m. and helmets are required to take part in the parade. There will be free bike safety inspections, free history museum tours, and more. Bring your lawn chairs for the bike parade. There will be prizes for the best decorated bikes. Click here to find out more.
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Upcoming
Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra (GLCO) will present Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana and Camille Saint-Säens’ Organ Symphony on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 7 PM in Bay View.
The performance of these two masterworks and audience favorites is a true community masterpiece, presenting over 120 local artists spanning four generations, and features guest virtuoso organist Kelly Hale. The GLCO Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Libor Ondras, guest vocalists Amy Cross and Thomas Gunther, GLCO Chorus, the Little Traverse Choral Society led by André Strydom, and the Great Lakes Children’s Choir will all join forces. Tickets from $35 to $65 are available at glcorchestra.org and include an optional pre-concert talk at 6 PM and post-concert reception. Tickets are free for veterans, active service members, and students 18 and under by calling 231-487-0010.
Petoskey Farms Vineyard & Winery its our 10th Anniversary with a Summer Shrimp Boil on June 15. Doors open at 7pm and food is served at 7:30pm. Cost is $49 per person. Tickets include food, a glass of wine, and dessert. Additional glasses of wine will be available to purchase. Limited space so reserve your spot before it's too late! Ticket sales close June 5th. Tickets are still available but selling fast. Order online or call us to reserve your spot! Tel. (231) 290-9463 or online at www.petoskeyfarms.com
Join Christian Picciolini for a candidate meet-and-greet picnic at the East Park pavilion in Resort Township on Saturday, June 15, from 11am to 1pm. Meet your neighbors and learn about Christian’s dedication to improving resident access to local officials, promoting transparency, preserving the beauty of Resort Township, prioritizing public safety, enhancing services for seniors, and improving parks and green spaces. As a 2024 candidate for Resort Township Supervisor, Christian is committed to ensuring our community remains accessible, safe, and enjoyable for all residents. Join him in his mission to build a stronger, more vibrant Resort Township. Together, we can make a positive difference in our community. www.christianforresort.com
COMMUNITY CENTER DEDICATION AND OPENHOUSE. Saturday, June 15, 2024 - The Salvation Army of Petoskey will hold a building dedication ceremony followed by an open house for the new Community Center located at 2350 Mitchell Park Drive in Petoskey. The dedication ceremony will begin at 10AM followed by refreshments and building tours through 12PM.
https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/petoskey/events/building-dedication/
Don’t miss the 360 ALLSTARS at Great Lakes Center for the Arts on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00pm. A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. This upcoming performance is part of 360 ALLSTARS' 10-year Anniversary World Tour, so be sure to catch this exhilarating show on Center Stage! Get your tickets now!
The Emmet County Republican Party invites you to the Lincoln Day Dinner on Thursday, June 20th, at Sassy Loon Bar & Grill (8865 M-119 Harbor Springs). Join us for food and fun with fellow Republicans. Keynote speaker is Michigan Republican Party Chairman Ambassador Peter Hoekstra. Special Guest Speaker is General Jack Bergman, Congressman for Michigan's 1st District. You do not need to be a member to attend. Cost $65 per person until June 5. June 5 to June 10, cost is $85 per person. Please click for your ticket(s). No reservations after June 10 or at the door. No refunds. Doors open at 5:00pm and program starts at 6:00pm. Cash bar. Bring your checkbook or credit card for the silent auction!
Young Americans Dinner Theatre Opening Weekend is June 21st at The Highlands at Harbor Springs. Get ready to rock the night away this summer at The Highlands with The Young Americans! Embrace the nostalgia of the 80s with electrifying performances that will take you back in time. From iconic hits to unforgettable dance moves, our stage will be alive with the spirit of the decade. Join us for a celebration of vibrant colors, bold fashion, and timeless classics as we bring the magic of the 80s to life. Show dates will run Tuesday through Saturday evenings, June 21 - August 17. Get your tickets now!
Relax in nature, eat vibrant foods, enjoy yoga, healing arts, fire ceremony and so much more at Yoga Root’s Summer Solstice Women's Retreat, June 21 through 23. The event is held in Wolverine at Unicorn Lodging's unique stays including an Airstream, treehouse, and log cabin. Tell your lady friends. Click here to find out more and to reserve your spot.
The Petoskey Area Garden Club is celebrating its 90th anniversary on June 24 at the Petoskey – Bay View Country Club beginning at 5:30 p.m. All are invited to attend this celebration and fundraiser. Proceeds will go toward a new city garden in Arlington Park. Tickets are $75 per person and include a variety of hearty hors d’oeuvres with a cash bar along with live music and auction items. William Santos, owner of Monarch Garden & Floral Design, will do a live demonstration of fabulous floral arrangements for the live auction while an array of attractive packages will be available to bid on in the silent auction. Help them celebrate this historic milestone. Click here for tickets.
Join the fun at the Charlevoix Area Community Pool’s summer fundraiser called AquaRitaVille, on Thursday, June 27, from 6 to 9 pm at the Historic Train Depot, Depot Beach, Charlevoix. Break out your island attire as you rock the night away with Caribbean music by David Cisco. Event reservations are $100 pp and include heavy appetizers, cash bar, a silent auction and online adventure package auction. For reservations, call the pool at 231-547-0982. This event always sells out so please reserve early. All proceeds benefit the CACP a non-profit organization.
Thursday, June 27 is Little Traverse Bay Humane Society’s 3rd annual Putts Fore Paws event, and they are looking for golfers and sponsors. They are back at Birchwood Farms, and there will be scramble style golf, exciting prizes, contests, lunch, and a silent auction benefiting Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. Funds from the event help them impact thousands of animals each year. Click here to find out more about how to sign up your foursome and how to be a sponsor.
Impact100 Little Traverse Bay announces that Wendy H. Steele will be the keynote speaker at our Launch Celebration on June 28, 2024 from 4 to 6 p.m. at The Bay Harbor Yacht Club Lange Ballroom. Come and meet the visionary woman who started the Impact100 movement more than 20 years ago! Bring your questions and find out how to join, get involved, sponsor us, or apply for a grant. RSVP is required by June 14th. Register here.
Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery 20th Anniversary Celebration is happening on Saturday, June 29th from 12-9 pm at 3423 US 131, Petoskey. We’re so excited to be celebrating 20 years in business here at Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery! Gather your friends and family to come to our winery to commemorate this milestone! Join us on June 29th from 12pm-9pm for live music, food trucks, drink specials, giveaways, and much more!
Little Traverse Civic Theatre announces their fall show! Misery: by William Goldman, an adaptation of the Stephen King novel. Directed by Dave Heinz and Stephanie Allain. Performances will take place November 7-10th and November 14-16th. Auditions will be August 19th and 20th. Scripts will be made available for check out in July. For more information visit www.ltct.org.
Harbor Springs Festival of the Book is excited to announce their confirmed presenters for this year's festival, held September 27-29. Katie Boeckl, Harbor Springs Festival of the Book Literary Director, said "We are pleased to introduce a lineup which includes award-winning and blockbuster bestselling children's and young adult presenters; renowned poets; and authors of both fiction and nonfiction who will surprise and intrigue you. Some names you will recognize immediately as old friends on your bookshelves. Others are debuts we are proud to champion. No matter what, I hope you will agree that this fall's program for the weekend will be as unexpected and engaging as ever!"
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Ongoing
Bondy Physical Therapy. Get strong this summer, Total BonDY Workout with Matthew Bondy, NASM-CPT. A one-hour full body workout with a focus on High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and bodyweight strength building exercises. You only need to bring an exercise mat and a water bottle. All levels are welcome. You’ll leave class dripping with sweat and more energized than before you arrived. Saturdays at 9 am. Starting Jun 1, Bayfront Park by the clock tower. $16 per person. Questions email matthewbondy@gmail.com.
Bay View Inn Brunch season returns! The Stafford’s Bay View Inn famous Sunday brunch is now available. Perfect for a ladies brunch outing, family get-togethers, or just something simple so you don’t have to bust out the skillet. Come visit us and enjoy the view! We are serving lunch for the summer from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday – Saturday. Call 231-347-2771 for reservations today.
Experience the charm of the Castle Farmers Market! Held every Tuesday from May 21st to October 15th at Birch Lake in Castle Farms, Charlevoix, our market runs from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Join us in celebrating craftsmanship and the bounty of nature with a diverse array of high-quality homemade and homegrown products. Come and support local artisans and growers, savor the flavors of the season, and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere at the Castle Farmers Market!
Raven Hill Discovery Center is excited to announce the opening of its latest exhibit, Under Michigan & Beyond, a captivating exploration of Michigan and Earth’s geological wonders. This immersive and ever-evolving exhibit will be on display from now through December 31, 2025, offering visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the rich geological history of Michigan and beyond. The exhibit showcases the exciting journey through time and the profound transformations of our planet and the State of Michigan. Raven Hill Discovery Center is located at 4737 Fuller Road, East Jordan. Read the full press release that includes events and exhibit details here.
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Of Special Note
Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB) Migizi Aviary is within reach. LTBB was awarded a $250,000 matching grant from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community as a part of its continued campaign to fund and build the Archie Kiogima Jr. ba Migizi Aviary and Rehabilitation Center. The center will enable tribe to save federally protected eagles and educate public on their importance to Native American culture. The grant will expire in July of 2024, as such LTBB is seeking assistance in helping us achieve enough donations to recoup the award. The care and protection of injured Eagles and other raptors through the construction of top-notch facility on Tribal land nestled within a Northern Michigan is within reach! Donate today to help close the gap in funding https://ltbbodawa-nsn.gov/migizi-aviary/.
Otis Harbor Springs is now open to reservation! The Otis Harbor Springs (formally Birchwood Inn) is a reimagined mid-century hotel located in the unparalleled position along the Tunnel of Trees with wild meadows and peek-a-boo views of Lake Michigan. Located at 7291 S Lake Shore Drive, it is just minutes away from Downtown Harbor Springs. Read the introductory article from Travel Daily News Here.
Add some pizzazz to your porch with a hanging basket from Emlia Acres flower farm in Harbor Springs! We have beautiful vining nasturtium baskets and cheerful viola baskets. Baskets are $25 each and can be picked up at the Petoskey Farmers Market, the Harbor Springs Farmers Market or on our farm in Harbor Springs. Order here: https://www.emliaacres.com/hanging-baskets
We also still have bouquet subscriptions available as well! Be sure to get one for the freshest, locally grown flowers all season long! https://www.emliaacres.com/shop-2 or call us at 231-881-2959.
Holiday Vacation Rentals now offers luxury and premium rental properties on Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy. Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy is a curated and growing collection of 140,000+ premium and luxury whole home rentals located in 10,000+ prime destinations around the world. The platform is also part of the award-winning travel program Marriott Bonvoy, enabling members to earn and redeem points for all stays. Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy will feature Holiday Vacation Rentals homes in several markets across Northern Michigan, including Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Good Hart, Cross Village, Glen Arbor and Cheboygan. Read the full press release here.
Got a Grad? Need of a gift? Head to Bearcub Outfitters for the perfect graduation gift! Shop in store at 321 E$. Lake Street in Downtown Petoskey or visit www.bearcuboutfitters.com to find the perfect Grad gift!
North Central Michigan College announces the launch of Timberwolves Thrive, a free five-week summer program designed to help students build confidence, sharpen study strategies, and be college-ready by Fall 2024. Timberwolves Thrive offers a comprehensive support system that includes breakfast and lunch provided daily, transportation assistance (up to $175 in gas cards or bus fare), a stipend of up to $25 per day, and all program materials, textbooks, and laptops. Students who finish the program and enroll and attend fall classes at NCMC get to keep the laptop. Program space is limited to ensure students receive personalized support and guidance. Students are encouraged to register online by June 15. For additional details or to apply, visit https://www.ncmich.edu/academics/timberwolves-thrive.html.
Alcona Health Center is currently conducting a Community Needs Assessment. We are required by the Health Resources & Services Administration to complete both a general community facing survey and a stakeholder version at least once every three years. Response for those in Emmet County has been minimal so far. We would really appreciate your help in gathering this important data. Please follow the link here to take our stakeholder survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MZVCLH9
Big Brothers Big Sisters now has a website dedicated exclusively to their northern Michigan reach. Introducing bigsupnorth.org. Their new website serves as a central hub for information about their organization, their mission, and how to get involved as a mentor, mentee, or supporter. Visitors to the site will be able to learn about the impact of their program, read success stories from matches and find resources for both mentors and mentees.
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The businesses listed above are recognized as community champion investors. They are supporting the work of the chamber at a higher dues investment rate. Want to find out more about how your business can join this list? Email Lisa: lisa@petoskeychamber.com to learn more. | |
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