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The Boyne City 4th of July Festival features a giant parade at 10 a.m., evening fireworks plus a dozen other activities including the 34th Annual Waterside Arts and Crafts Show, 2-mile and 10k running races, a wacky raft race and duck race in the Boyne River, lots of food, plus children's games and a pie-eating contest. The festival is centered in Veterans Memorial Park on the shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix. There will be live music in the park all day. Info and schedule: 231-582-6222 or www.boyne4thofjuly.com.
> SIGN-UP FORMS - Here are links to the Independence Day Race registration form, Parade entry form. and Adopt Our Fireworks form.
> VOLUNTEERS are needed to help organize and monitor the parade line-up from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on July 4th. If you’d like to help, call Gail Farley, 582-2424.
There is still time left for non-profit organizations, schools, and government agencies to submit a project request for Day of Caring. Deadline for applications is Friday, July 15. Project “wish-lists” will be filled by volunteers on the day of the event, Thursday, September 15, 2011.
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Boyne City’s north Boyne compost site on Robinson Street has wood chips that are available free to the public. There is no limit on the quantity; however, you must make your own arrangements for loading and hauling. This does not include black dirt; wood chips only.
June 25, 28, July 11
Charlevoix County Sheriff’s Office Marine Division is holding free, four-hour boating safety classes at 9 a.m. June 25 at Walloon Lake Country Club, 2 p.m. June 28 at Sommerset Point Yacht Club in Boyne City, and 2 p.m. July 11 at the Jordan Valley District Library in East Jordan. These classes are required for 12-to-16-year-olds (and in some cases for their parents) to operate a boat or jet-ski. For details and further information visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/recnsearch/ or call the Sheriff’s Marine Division at 547-4461, ext. 320.
July 1
Water and Lake Streets, Downtown Boyne City, organized by the Boyne City Main Street Program. Magician Jania Taylor and 7 musical performers: Doug Thomas, Doug Thomas, Hipps N Ricco, June Bug, Kowalske Family Band, Kristin Glasgow, Rob Johnson, Scott and Mary Paquette, T N T. www.strollthestreets.com
July 2
An evening with three outstanding Michigan Singer-Songwriters will set the stage for the second Aten Place Summer Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 2. Boyne City ‘s Robin Lee Berry will join southeast Michigan-based Dave Boutette and John Latini. Each artist has built an individual reputation and following of their own, and will share their musical talents in a ‘singers-in-the-round’ style concert. A three for one treat, and a great way to start the long Holiday weekend. Tickets are $25 for two and $15 for singles. Tickets go on sale at 6:30 p.m. the day of the concert, with performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. Aten Place is a non-profit endeavor, and no food or beverage is sold on the premises. Many patrons bring snacks and desserts to share at intermission. There is also a covered picnic pavilion for those who wish to come early and enjoy the grounds and peaceful setting. For more information, schedules and directions, visit www.atenplace.com or call Bill or Maxine Aten at 231-549-2076.
July 3
July 4
July 6
Charlevoix Area Hospital's next "Wellness Wednesday" will be from 8 to 11 a.m. on July 6. The Wellness Wednesday Health Screens include: Total Cholesterol, HDL, ratio, and Glucose levels, Body Mass Index (BMI) score, Fat Percentage, and a Blood Pressure reading. No fasting required. Cost for the service is $12. Participants will also receive a blood pressure log and pedometer as well as all test results at the time of the screen. A Registered Nurse will adapt health consultation and educational materials to individual results. For more information or to make an appointment, call (231) 547-8906 or email kjacobsen@cah.org. Walk-ins are welcome. Circle of Strength Cancer Support Group also meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the first Wednesday of every month at the hospital.
Evenings at the Gazebo concerts continue Wednesday, July 6 at 6:30 p.m. in Old City Park at the corner of Park and River Streets. This week’s concert features the Younce Guitar Duo. After many years of their own individual music making, guitarists Jerry and Ryan Younce have fused their musical energy to create a unique father-son instrumental duo. Creative and innovative, while accessible and audience-friendly, the Younce Guitar Duo sound is colored by influences of Jazz, Gypsy Guitar, Flamenco, Latin Music, Celtic Music and World Music. New this year, local restaurants are offering food and soft drinks. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, but leave your dog at home. Click the link below to see the full schedule of future concerts and sponsors. The concert series is funded by sponsors and donations on concert nights. The July 6 sponsors are Pat O'Brien & Associates and Industrial Magnetics. Contact the Chamber if you’d like to support the concerts by becoming a sponsor. Restaurants and caterers may also contact the Chamber if they are interested in participating. Visit www.gazeboconcerts.com for details and the full summer schedule.
July 8,9
Speed, excitement and fun returns to northern Michigan for the eighth annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run on July 8 and 9 in Boyne City. This unique boating event is a fund-raiser for Camp Quality and showcases high performance boats roaring through the waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan on a 90-mile excursion. Card stops during the journey across gorgeous Lake Michigan include Harbor Springs, Beaver Island and Bay Harbor, where participants are treated to lunch at a world-class development on the shore of Lake Michigan. They wrap up their day on the water with a gathering at Sommerset Pointe, a beautiful waterfront development near Boyne City and one of the event’s major sponsors. The day concludes with a dinner at Veterans Park where participants play their cards to see who has the best hand. The Poker Run, which starts at 9:30 a.m. Saturday from the Boyne City Marina, is the highlight of the weekend but the event offers so much more. From the moment the boats arrive to the time they depart Sunday there are activities galore in Boyne City. www.boynethunder.com
July 11
Charlevoix County Sheriff’s Office Marine Division is holding free, four-hour boating safety classes at 9 a.m. June 25 at Walloon Lake Country Club, 2 p.m. June 28 at Sommerset Point Yacht Club in Boyne City, and 2 p.m. July 11 at the Jordan Valley District Library in East Jordan. These classes are required for 12-to-16-year-olds (and in some cases for their parents) to operate a boat or jet-ski. For details and further information visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/recnsearch/ or call the Sheriff’s Marine Division at 547-4461, ext. 320.
July 13
Evenings at the Gazebo concerts continue Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30 p.m. in Old City Park at the corner of Park and River Streets. This week's concert features Boyne City singer-songwriter Nelson Olstrom, who performs a variety of musical styles ranging from acoustic, pop, rock, country and blues. New this year during the gazebo concerts, local restaurants are offering food and soft drinks. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, but leave your dog at home. Click the link below to see the full schedule of future concerts and sponsors. The concert series is funded by sponsors and donations on concert nights. The July 13 sponsors are Huff Pharmacy, and Ed and Glory Barden in dedication to Nellie and Gordon Floodquist. Contact the Chamber if you'd like to support the concerts by becoming a sponsor. Restaurants and caterers may also contact the Chamber if they are interested in participating.
July 16
Jeremy Kittel is rapidly earning a reputation as one of the nation’s most creative young musicians. Classically trained, he grew up in the Irish, folk and jazz music scenes of Ann Arbor and Detroit. As a youth he often traveled to Ireland and Scotland to further his studies of traditional music. In addition to performing with his own band and as a soloist with orchestras, Jeremy tours worldwide as the newest member of the Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet. Jeremy and his band will perform a 7:30 concert at Aten Place in Boyne Falls on Saturday, July 16. Tickets are $25 for two and $15 for singles and go on sale at 6:30 p.m., with performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. Aten Place is a non-profit endeavor, and no food or beverage is sold. Many patrons bring snacks and desserts to share at intermission. There is also a covered picnic pavilion for those who wish to come early and enjoy the peaceful setting. For more information, schedules and directions, visit www.atenplace.com or call Bill or Maxine Aten at 231-549-2076.
July 16-17
No Boundaries is holding a Bike Swap and Consignment Sale Saturday and Sunda, July 16-17, at their store at 126 Water St., Boyne City. Bring your old, unused, outgrown, under-loved bicycle today, Friday. The bike professionals will evaluate and value the bicycle. Bikes will be displayed and sold at the store this weekend. For bikes that sell, the seller will receive 90% of the selling price in store credit at No Boundaries, or 75% of the selling price in cash back. 10% of sales will go to Challenge Mountain and their efforts to provide activities and programs to children with special needs. For bikes that do not sell. bikes must be picked up by Tuesday, July 19. All remaining bicycles will be donated to the Challenge Mountain Resale Store. For information call 231-582-3200.
July 20
Concerts continue Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in Old City Park at the corner of Park and River Streets. Next week’s performer is ReBooted Featuring Judy Harrison - “a new name, but the same high energy country/classic rock music with an attitude.” Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, but leave your dog at home. Click the link below to see the full schedule of future concerts and sponsors. The concert series is funded by sponsors and donations on concert nights. The July 20 sponsors are Lynda’s Real Estate Service. Contact the Chamber if you’d like to support the concerts by becoming a sponsor. Restaurants and caterers may also contact the Chamber if they are interested in participating. Visit www.gazeboconcerts.com for details and the full summer schedule.
> HOST FAMILIES are needed for 20 German students from the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp who will be performing as Goethes Groove Connection, a big band, on July 27 for Evenings at the Gazebo. The students will arrive at 10 a.m. Monday, July 25 and will leave Boyne City at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 28. Call the Boyne Chamber at 582-6222 if you can host a student or two.
July 22
6 - 9 p.m., Kelly Shively with Norm Hausler, Michael Lee Seiler, and Straight Forward Bluegrass Band
July 23
July 25
July 28-31
The 24th Annual Walloon Lake Antique Tractor-Engine and & Craft Show is scheduled for July 28-31 at the Flywheelers Show Grounds on U.S. Highway 131, 2.5 miles south of Walloon Lake. The event features a large flea market, arts and crafts demonstrations and sales, working blacksmith, basket factory and veneer mill, old machinery in operation, camping, free parking, a fashion show, musical entertainment and food. Website.
July 29
6 - 9 p.m., Dwain Martin with Gordon Howie and Robin and Pam Luce; Melissa Welke will also be performing this evening