SPONSOR THE BIZ BLAST
IS YOUR BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION IN NEED OF SOME GREAT EXPOSURE?
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AS A BIZ BLAST SPONSOR FOR ONLY $50/per wk.
THE COST IS AFFORDABLE AND THE EXPOSURE IS HIGH.
For more information, call the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 or email info@charlevoix.org
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Venetian Festival Schedule | |
Bier's Inwood Brewery Summer Music | |
Spare Key Winery Live Music Dates | |
The Series At Lavender Hill Farm | |
Live On The Lake Concert Series | |
Summertime Music at the Charlevoix Public Library
SummerFolk Concert Series:
June 12th: Blake Elliott
July 10th: Kate Hinote Trio
August 14th: Even Archambo
September 11th: Jack & Gary
Jazz At the Library (JATL)
July 5th: Nancy Stagnitta
July 12th: Bill & Laurie Sears
July 26th: Mike & Michelle Davis
August 2nd: Crispin Campbell
August 9th: Little Big Band
August 16th: Family & Friends
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The Cantina Summer Music Line Up | |
Wine Down Wednesdays At Castle Farms
June 7th: Lou Thumser
June 14th: Peter Allen Jensen
June 21st: Rhett and John
June 28th: Pete Fetters
July 5th: Cyndel Thompson
July 12th: Amma P.S.
July 19th: Rhett and John
July 26th: Jessica Dominic
August 23rd: Jessica Dominic
August 30th: Rhett and John
September 13th: Chris Calleja
September 20th: Rhett and John
October 4th: Chris Calleja
October 11th: Rhett and John
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Blissfest Presents: Musicians At The Market | |
Victories Country Concert Series | |
Blue Dot Farm and Vineyard Summer Music Schedule:
JULY
Sunday, July 2nd - Live Music with Hanna von B, 3-6pm
Thursday, July 6th - Live Music with Dave Cisco, 3-6pm
Friday, July 14th - Live Music with Adam Engelman, 1-4pm
Wednesday, July 19th - Live Music with Jeff Socia, 3-6pm
AUGUST
Thursday, August 3rd - Live Music with Dave Cisco, 3-6pm
Sunday, August 13th - Live Music with Hanna von B, 3-6pm
Thursday, August 17th - Live Music with Jesse Jefferson, 3-6pm
Thursday, August 31st - Live Music with Dave Cisco, 3-6pm
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Japanese Shibori Dying At True North
July 13th
1pm-4pm
Learn the traditional technique of Japanese resist dying that produces patterns on fabric, using indigo. Supplies include a bamboo scarf & socks.
Price is $65, registration required.
Please call CJ Zondervan at 231-437-3833 or go online at truenorth-vintage.com
We'll see you there!
True North Interior Design & Antiques
108 Van Pelt Place
Charlevoix, MI 49720
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Victories Thursday Night Events
July 13th, 20th, 27th
Comedy and Karaoke-oh my!
Stop on down to Victories inside Odawa Casino this month for some singing, drinks, laughs, and more!
odawacasino.com
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Summer Salon Open House & Reception, plus PAINT OUT event
July 14th
5pm-7pm
Charlevoix Circle of Arts welcomes visiting and local artists to take part in the annual plein air Paint Out event on July 13th and 14th, 2023, highlighting Charlevoix’s scenic beauty. The French phrase “en plein air” means “in the open air” and is used to describe the act of painting outdoors.
New this year is a Quick Draw event on Thursday, July 13, from 5-7pm in downtown Charlevoix’s East Park. Artists are challenged to create a work of art in the 2-hour timeframe, from the perspective of their choice in East Park or the adjacent Marina area. Completed paintings will be on display in East Park from 7-9pm, and people are encouraged to stop down to take a look and vote for their favorite to win the People’s Choice Award.
The public is invited to attend this event’s Paint Out Reception and Summer Salon Open House, a culmination celebration on Friday, July 14, from 5-7pm at the Charlevoix Circle of Arts, where you can enjoy light fare, mingle with artists, and view and purchase artwork on display in the Summer Salon and created during the 2-day Paint Out.
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Wine & Yoga with Charlevoix Yoga at Blue Dot
July 18th & August 22nd
5:30-7pm
Bring your yoga mat and join Heidi Grace and Lindsay for another Yoga & Sound Bath event.
This time at BluDot Farm & Vineyard.
Stick around afterwards for a tasting.
$33 cash or Venmo
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
231.373.6033
bludotwine.com
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GLCO Presents: From Vienna with Love
July 20th
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INDIAN RIVER KAYAK-BIKE BIATHLON
July 23rd
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Chamber Champion County Cash Raffle Is Back!
Chambers of Commerce are an essential entity within a community, providing services to businesses and residents, and helping to create a thriving community.
The Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce, Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce, and East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce serve this function for Charlevoix County, energizing the County and encouraging economic activity throughout the region. We strive to unite individuals and all segments of business for the promotion of commerce and betterment of the community.
As non-profit organizations, we are funded through our membership, programming and events. Proceeds from this raffle will help our organizations to fulfill our missions and support a thriving area!
- One lucky Chamber Champion will win $10,000 CASH!
- Additionally, two lucky Chamber Champions will win either $2,000 or $1,000 Cash!
Drawing will take place on November 3rd at Castle Farms and will be livestreamed on the Chambers' Facebook page.
Only 400 tickets are being offered for purchase at $100.00 each.
To purchase a ticket, call:
-Charlevoix Area Chamber at 231-547-2101
-East Jordan Area Chamber at 231-536-7351
-Boyne Area Chamber at 231-582-6222
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Pet of The Week - Evelyn!
Hi guys, Evelyn here!
I found myself here at the shelter after my owner could no longer care for me, they say it wasn't my fault, but I'm still pretty bummed.
I would love to find a forever family and a new place to call home. I have a big heart and I'm full of energy and spunk. I love learning and I will need to learn a quite a few manners but I'm willing to give it a shot if you are!
I get a little nervous when people raise their voice at me or come towards me too fast so I'm not sure if a home with little kids would be the best fit for me.
Do you have room in your heart for me? I promise to love you forever!
charlevoixhumane.org
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Wineguys Weekly Update
Enjoy SUMMERTIME OUTDOORS with Al Fresco DINING at Wineguys restaurants. Did you know that ROAST & TOAST has OUTDOOR SEATING on the back deck? It’s a perfect shady spot to enjoy your coffee and to share lunch with a friend. (ROAST & TOAST.com | 231.347.7767) Upstairs. Downstairs. On the deck. On the patio. Lunch and dinner streetside or overlooking Little Traverse Bay. Oh, so many options for dining at PALETTE BISTRO. (PALETTEBISTRO.com | 231.348.3321) With warmer weather comes outdoor seating and seasonal menu favorites at CITY PARK GRILL, like entrées featuring local produce and crafty cool-you-down drinks. (CITYPARKGRILL.com | 231.347.0101) Join us for a drink, have lunch with a friend, bring the family for dinner — whatever your fancy, you’ll take in the Gaslight District vibe at each Wineguys restaurant. See you soon!
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Sommerset Pointe Summer Update:
Stop by The Pointe Fish and Grill at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club and Marina for excellent views of Lake Charlevoix and some of the best food in Northern Michigan!
We are open Wednesday through Sunday from 5:00 to 9:00! The Pointe Fish and Grill is the perfect place to go for dinner before or after attending Venetian Festival in Charlevoix!
sommersetpointeyachtclub.com
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Save The Date for the NEW Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center
We are so excited to celebrate our new Charlevoix clinic with the community!
This new location is conveniently located south of the City of Charlevoix and features a 5,200 square foot gym, aquatic pool, state of the art equipment, and private treatment rooms. We will have appetizers and refreshments, as well as a silent auction benefiting Charlevoix Community Food Pantry and Jaxon’s Superheroes
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Save the Date!
Northern Michigan Society for Human Resource Management invites our local HR and Business Professionals to 2 fun September events- the NMSHRM Annual Fundraiser and “The Concept of Consulting: It’s a Mental Shift” workshop.
The NMSHRM Annual Fundraiser is Thursday, September 14th starting at 5:30pm at Palette Bistro. Heavy Appetizers provided. Please register ahead; a $10 donation is requested to help raise funds for future events!
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Art From The Attic with Charlevoix Circle of Arts
Sale Runs:
Saturday, August 12th 11am-3pm
Mon-Thurs August 14th-17th 11am-4pm
A fundraiser for the Charlevoix Circle of Arts! Featuring previously loved art.
Change your décor for a fraction of the price! Shop a wide selection of gently used framed artwork, prints, sculptures, art supplies and more!
*Donations to Art from the Attic accepted now thru August 4th at Charlevoix Circle of Arts-109 Clinton St-Mon-Fri 11am-4pm*
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Come Check out Blu Dot During Venetian!
Friday, July 21st and Saturday, July 22nd we will be pouring wine at the Tiki Tent Downtown Marina during Venetian!
Sample our new offerings and maybe even buy a bottle (or two)
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Great Start Collaborative receives preschool grant funding from local foundations
The Great Start Collaborative and Parent Coalition of Charlevoix, Emmet and Northern Antrim Counties recently received preschool funding that will support families and children in Northern Michigan.
The Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation both provided funding to the Great Start Preschool Scholarship Program.
“Having access to high-quality, early childcare is a key factor impacting a child’s school readiness,” said Savanah Cool, Great Start director. “While there are income-based programs in our communities - Great Start Readiness Program and Head Start, specifically - there is not enough capacity in those programs to serve every child that would qualify. These scholarships remove financial barriers for families to be able to enroll their children in available preschool programs.”
The Charlevoix County Community Foundation provided $10,000, and the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation provided $8,500. Cool said these funds will be available for slots beginning in fall 2023.
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NLEA Seeks New Executive
The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance this week officially posted the opening for a new President of the organization.
The board of directors is seeking a new chief executive for the NLEA to replace David Emmel who recently retired. Emmel has been retained as a part-time contractor to carry out some of the operational functions of the organization and to assist with the transition. The board is seeking someone with organizational management experience as well as experience in economic and community development. The NLEA is an economic and community development, non-profit organization serving the counties of Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet. The job posting can be found at www.northernlakes.net. The deadline to submit resumes and cover letters is June 30.
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Have a business or member success story? We want to hear it! Hitting a growth landmark, meeting a personal or financial business goal, adding to your team, being awarded industry certifications or recognition's… we want to share that accomplishment! | |
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‘Our Miracle Van’ HDNW is honored to connect neighbors to meet needs
When Bryan Williams became ill and lost use of his legs earlier this year, his wife, Adell, felt defeated. The couple already cares for Adell’s brother who has cerebral palsy and has become wheelchair bound. How can she manage them both? There are doctor appointments, shopping, trips to the pharmacy, and more. “I felt like a door slammed shut,” says Adell.
The Answer:
Community Connections is staffed by Community Health Workers, trained professionals who make it their business to know what medical and social services are available. They build relations and trust— both of which are crucial to connecting individuals and agencies who can help with residents who need help.
The regional program covers a 10-county area with more than 310,000 residents.
Through a referral, Bryan and Adell Williams, and their brother, Wayne Fox, became involved with Community Connections, an HDNW program that helps area residents with needs such as food, shelter, and transportation. When the program’s HUB Coordinator and Community Health Worker Jen Vollmer received a call that a local resident had a van—fully equipped with an electric wheelchair lift—to donate, she was shocked. “The family really couldn’t go anywhere other than doctor appointments due to the issues with transportation,” Jen says. “I’ve never had anything quite like this happen with Community Connections.” Now the Williams and Fox family can schedule joint doctor appointments, go sit in the park, grocery shopping together, and even occasionally eat out.
“My brother really brightens up. He dresses up to get out of the house,” Adell says. “We talk about how we can pay it forward someday. We are so grateful. It’s been life changing.” Do you or someone you know need assistance? If so, local referrals can be easily made here
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TIP OF THE MITT SCORE SELECTS TILLIE’S TAFEL AS CLIENT OF THE YEAR
Tip of the Mitt SCORE, the local chapter of SCORE International, has selected Tillie’s Tafel as the 2023 Client of the Year. The Client of the Year is selected by the local SCORE mentors from the clients served in the year prior. SCORE offers confidential mentoring services at no charge for current or prospective small business owners.
SCORE Tip of the Mitt has been working with Patti and Jeff Dewes, owners of Tillie’s Tafel, since 2021 when the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce recommended SCORE’s services.
SCORE Tip of the Mitt Chapter Chair, Tracey Dryovage states, “We like to pick a client who has had great success in contributing to their community. Tillie’s Tafel started by selling their cinnamon rolls in the local farmer’s market during the Covid-19 pandemic. Since then, they have leased a storefront in Downtown Petoskey, where they have since expanded into a larger space and added Moomers Homemade Ice Cream. Along with the expanded storefront, they still support the local farmers’ markets, along with selling and shipping their products on-line. We at SCORE look forward to a long-term relationship with Jeff and Patti and Tillie’s Tafel - for the life of the business.”
SCORE’s business mentors typically are retired or current business owners, executives or managers who volunteer to share their expertise. To learn more about SCORE’s Tip of the Mitt chapter, see tipofthemitt.score.org. To request a mentor, see ‘find a mentor’ at tipofthemitt.score.org or call the Petoskey Chamber at 231-347-4150.
Visit Tillie’s Tafel at 437 E. Mitchell Street, or visit tilliestafel.com for more details. You can also find them at the Charlevoix, Boyne City and Petoskey farmers markets.
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NCMC, NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY RENEW AGREEMENT ENSURING SMOOTH TRANSFER FOR STUDENTS
North Central Michigan College and Northwood University have reaffirmed a partnership that promotes seamless transfer between the two institutions. The “3+1” transfer articulation agreement ensures that students who study at North Central for three years can transfer to Northwood to complete a bachelor’s degree in one year on the following tracks: accounting, management, and marketing.
“This agreement strengthens our partnership with Northwood University and our shared commitment to helping students reach their academic and career goals,” said Michele Andrews, dean of business, education, and adjunct faculty at NCMC.
Originally signed in 2017, North Central’s agreement with Northwood minimizes credit loss and prevents the duplication of coursework for transferring students who meet the requirements outlined.
“This transfer articulation agreement streamlines the path for North Central Michigan College students to earn bachelor’s degrees in business at Northwood University,” said Kristin Stehouwer, academics vice president and provost at Northwood. “NCMC students can complete their Northwood degrees online or at our campus in Midland. This agreement removes barriers and strengthens the relationship between NCMC and Northwood University, but most importantly, it helps us serve the collective needs of our students.”
North Central also has articulation agreements with Ferris State University, Great Lakes Boat Building School, Lake Superior State University, Northern Michigan University, Northwestern Michigan College, and University of Michigan – Flint.
In addition to its individual articulation agreements with partner institutions, North Central participates in the MiTransfer Pathways agreements. Signed in 2020, MiTransfer Pathways are multi-institutional articulation agreements that allow students to complete associate and bachelor's degrees at participating institutions across the state. North Central offers 10 transfer pathways in the following concentrations: art, biology, business, communication, criminal justice, exercise science, mechanical engineering, psychology, public health, and social work.
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Membership in the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce is open to all businesses, organizations and individuals. It is a policy of the Charlevoix Chamber that membership does not constitute political or issue endorsement. | |
The easiest way to find jobs in the Charlevoix Area! Click here or read below for a list of jobs with our chamber members.
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Absolute Enterprises
Construction Work
AdvisaCare
Home Health Aides
Certified Nursing Assistant
Resident Care Aides
Med Tech's
All Weather Seal
Metal Roof Installation
Sales Representative
American Spoon
Retail Associate
BLOOM
Flower Farm Manager
Flower Farm & Flower Shop Assistant
Boyne City Housing Commission
Community Manager
Burnette Foods
Maintenance Processor
The Cantina
Server/Bartender
Carlson's Home Improvements
Construction Team Members
Lead & Apprentice Carpenters
Central Drug Store
Patient Care Specialists
Charlevoix Area Community Pool
Certified Lifeguards
Swim Team Coach
Charlevoix Auto
Automotive Technician
Detailer/ Porter
Sales Specialist
Charlevoix County
Commission on Aging: Homemaker
Veterans Affairs: Veteran Service Officer
Maintenance: Custodian
Transit: Part-Time Bus Driver
Sheriff's Department: Corrections Deputy
Transit: Ferry Captain
Transit: Deckhand
Sheriff's Department: Part-time Deputy
CCE/911: Emergency Communications Officer
Probate/Family Court: Court School Teacher
Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Administrative Assistant
Charlevoix Conservation District
Summer Intern
Charlevoix Public Schools
Food Service Director
Regular Route & Sub Bus Drivers
Cherry Republic
Keyholder
Retail Ambassador
DCL
Machinist
Metal Fabricator
Inside Sales and Industrial Estimation Representative
DTS Enterprises Inc.
Automotive Mechanic
Fabricators
General Labor
Machinists
Tig Welders
Edgewater Design Group
Structural Engineer
EJ
Manufacturing Positions
Sales
Accounting
Truck Drivers and more!
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Farley Promo Products
Production Assistant
Farmers Insurance: Melanie Bishop Agency
Team Member
Fresh Air Aviation
Ground Crew/Customer Service
Ga Ga For Kids, And Women Too!
Full & Part-Time Retail Sales Associates
Glik's
Sales Associates
Assistant Managers
Haggard's Plumbing & Heating
Ductwork Fabricator
HVAC Technician
Journeymen/ Master
Harbor Industries
Assembler
Machine Lead
Machine Operator 1st & 2nd Shift
Material Handler
Horizon Bank
Teller
Housing North
Charlevoix County Housing Ready Coordinator
Hungry Ducks
Front Desk
Gift Shop
Hay Rides Staff
Carousel Staff
Kammermann & Bascom, P.C.
CPA
Landscape Logic
Crew Members
Project Manager
Manthei Construction
Field Construction Laborer
Forklift Operator
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Production Laborer-Demolding
Gravel Train Truck Driver
MacGregor Plumbing & Heating
HVAC Installer
Momentum Outfitters Charlevoix
Assistant Manager
Sales Associate
Networks Northwest/Northwest Michigan Works
'Jobs for Michigan's Graduates' Specialist
North Central Michigan College
Adjunct Faculty - Various Subjects
Student Staff
General Staff
Sports Coaching
Odawa Casino
Bartender/ Server
Cocktail Server
Facilities Housekeeper
Guest Service Representative
Hotel Front Desk Representative
Line Cook
Pineview Cottage Assisted Living & Memory Care
2nd and 3rd Shift Caregivers Needed
The Promise FM
Front Office Coordinator/Bookkeeper
Evening Host
Renew it Decks & Outdoor Living
Deck Builder Construction
Smoke On The Water
Line/Prep Cook
The Rainbow Shoppe
Receiving-Donations
Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites
Housekeepers
Wineguys Restaurant Group
Servers
Bartenders
Food Runners
Dishwashers
Hosts
Server Assistants
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