February 2009

Chamber Events and Updates 
February 2009

Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
Serving the Mackinaw Area since 1955
www.mackinawchamber.com

2 Locations: Mackinaw Crossings Mall/Depot Office
216 E. Central Ave P.O. Box 856, Mackinaw City, Michigan, 49701
(231) 436-5574

What's In This Issue

2009 Winterfest was a grand success

We had a record number of out of town visitors who not only drove but also came by snowmobile.  Despite the bitter cold we had great participation in all of our events.  We again thank the community volunteers, businesses and sponsors who continually make this a valued winter event. 

Thank you to our committee chairs which include Big G, Matt Cooley and friends - winter prep and the outhouse race, Greg Vieau and village partners for the snow blocks and children's slide.  Lisa Halleck and the women of the American Legion for the chili cookoff, Jen Smith and helpers at the poker walk.  Mackinaw Area Visitor's Bureau for the snow sculptor awards, Kathleen Barger for the kids games, Diane Fry for the Euchre Tournament and, the Chamber of Commerce coordinators and volunteers.

Chamber Member News

February 7th and 8th is the Mackinaw Mush!  If you want to volunteer please contact Karla Dann at 436-7334.

Welcome our new members this winter!

Agape Lighthouse located at 12295 N. Mackinaw Hwy, Mackinaw City. 436-5975  http://www.agapelighthouse.net/

The Artist's Corner located in the Mackinaw Crossings Mall. 436-5976 or e.mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Ironworkers Walk of Fame, P.O. Box 580, Mackinaw City.  http://www.walkofiron.com/

The Butchers' Shoppe - Now Open! located at 702 S. Nicolet St., Mackinaw City.  Open M-Sat 8 am to 8 pm and Sun. 10-6 pm. 436-4070 http://www.goldberryfarms.com/

Live Entertainment in the "Ozone" at the Odawa Casino Resort!

February
6 & 7: Risque
13 & 14: Wyzbang
20 & 21: Groove Incorporated
27 & 28:  CP2

March
6 & 7: The Ronnie Torres Band
13 & 14: Groove Party
20 & 21: Soul Xpress
27 & 28: Detour

For more information call (877) 4-GAMING or visit http://www.odawacasino.com/

Letter to our members from Dan McDonald, Director of Sales & Marketing, Morning Star Publishing Co.

Dear Fellow Chamber Members,
 
Due to tough economic conditions, Morning Star Publishing Co made a very tough decision to discontinue publishing several shopping guides in northern Michigan.  They were as follows:  The Roscommon Co Star, Straits Area Star, Northern Star and Petoskey/Charlevoix Star. 

In these markets, we are continuing our Preprint Distribution Sales package that gives all of our insert advertisers the same great delivery every Sunday. This is the same strong delivery system we have had through APS for 30+ years.  This audited delivery system has all the same great coverage and includes all the major key players including Spartan, Walmart, Kmart, Kohls, Tractor Supply ABC Warehouse and more!  Delivered direct to the home and business every single week.  We will also soon be adding an insert Mega Wrap for ROP advertising opportunities and many more exciting products.

In addition, the following products have not changed: Alma ,Alpena, Presque Isle, Antrim, Cadillac, Clare, Gladwin, Grand Traverse Insider, The Leader, the Morning Sun, Mt. Pleasant Buyers Guide, Northeastern Shopper North and South, Ogemaw/Oscoda, St. Johns Reminder and the Star Penny Stretcher.

We appreciate your business and look forward to our continued business partnership as we realign to make our company stronger to serve you better.
Sincerely,
 
Dan McDonald
Director of Sales & Marketing
Morning Star Publishing Co
1-989-731-7121
1-989-731-6612

The Butchers' Shoppe is open M-Sat 8-8 and Sun. 10-6 for all your organic meat & produce needs  436-4070

Mackinaw Pastie & Cookie Co., open daily 9 am to 7 pm. 436-8202

BC Pizza - Thursday 11 am to 9 pm, ½ off all large & extra large pizzas; Friday 11 am to 10 pm.  436-5500

Pancake Chef open weekends for breakfast & lunch. 436-5578

Mackenzie's on the Ave. open by appointment.  436-5499

Jr's Tailgate Pub is open every day with specials and entertainment.  436-8540

The Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association will keep their gift shop open throughout the winter. They have a wide ranging selection of Great Lakes lighthouse and maritime items, many of which would make excellent Christmas gifts. Located at 707 N. Huron Ave., across the street from Old Mackinac Point, the gift shop will be open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. (231) 436-5580.

Community Notes

Snowmobile trail maps are available at the Chamber depot office.  Area trail information is available at http://www.fishweb.com/

Looking for work or employees?  Contact the Michigan Works Service Center at (231) 627-4303 or Northwest Michigan Works! (231) 347-5150 http://www.michworks.org/

That's Outrageous! A Gifted Journalist and Storyteller Brings Heart & Humor to Life by Fred Gray.  For purchase and book signing info, contact Flowing Well Publications 866-951-6251.

Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council presents "Ice Breakers" a Winter Education Series.  February 5 & 17, March 5 & 12. For more information and reservations call 231-347-1181.

If anyone is interested in hosting a fund raiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, call Arlene Dinninger at 1-800-968-7169.

The Church of the Straits has a Community Food Table open from 10 am -2 pm, M-F.  Shopping bags are provided and take all that you need.  Everyone is welcome.

The Antique Tractor Crossing was approved for September 18, 2009 at 10 am.  A DVD of the antique tractors crossing the Mackinac Bridge is available for purchase by calling 877-781-7522 or you can send a check for $30 to High Yield Productions, P.O. Box 193, Elmhurst, IL 60126.  Visit their website at http://www.tractorvideos.com/http://www.mcskating.org/

North Central Michigan College to offer courses in St. Ignace starting January 19th, 2009.  For more information contact: Charles MacInnis 231-348-6839.

Cheboygan County United Way is looking for a few good people to join us and represent the Northern part of our county on our board of directors. Your input would be a valuable asset as we make decisions regarding how our funds are spent and what projects we become involved with through the year. If you are interested please call the CCUW office at 231/627/2288 or our board president Cheryl Kennedy at 231/627/4426.

February Calendar

All month - Entertainment at the Ozone in the Odawa Casino Resort.  Visit http://www.odawacasino.com/ for the complete schedule.

4  2009 Business Workshop Series - Presented by the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance at the Indian River Golf Club, 11:30 am to 1 pm. Pre-registration is required by calling the Indian River Chamber at (231) 238-9325

4  Winter Program Series Presented by the Mackinaw Area Public Library "When Evil Came to Good Hart", presented by Mardi Link.7 pm. 436-5451

6-7 Dinner Theater at Audie's Restaurant Pump Boys & Dinettes, a country music review, will  be presented by the Northland Players.  Call 436-5744 for tickets and information.  http://www.audies.com/

7  Winter Blues Party in Paradise Lake

7  Northern Michigan Has Talent Auditions at the Cheboygan Opera House

7-8  Mackinaw Mush!!!!

9  Mackinaw Area Historical Society presents Lloyd Fell - The Law and History - A Perspective, 7:30 at the Mackinaw City Public Library.

11  University of Michigan presents The MPowered Career Fair, designed specifically for small businesses to connect with University of Michigan students with both full time and internship opportunities. Contact: Amy Klinke This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or 734-647-7071 for more information

13-15  Mackinaw City Skating Association Midget BB District Games. Expect 120-130 participants.

14  Valentine's Dinner at Sage Restaurant in the Odawa Casino Resort.  http://www.odawacasino.com/

18  Ambassador Meeting - Audie's Restaurant 9 am. 

19  Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting - St. Anthony's Meeting Room 8:30 am. 

20  Wine Tasting at Audie's Restaurant. Join Katie & Fabiano Brothers Dave Milne as we "Toast the Coast" for a fun evening.  For more information, call (231) 436-5744.

20-22  Mackinaw City Skating Association Midget B District Games. Expect 120-130 participants.

20  WHO'S NEXT? CHARTING THE COURSE FOR FUTURE LEADERSHIP THROUGH SUCCESSION PLANNING! Registration 8:15am9am Program: 9am 11:30am Community Health Education Center, Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.Cost: $10 (please pay in advance) by sending a check or money order to NMSHRM PO Box 100, Petoskey, MI 49770 ~  No charge for NMSHRM members  ~ Continental breakfast provided by Johan's Pastry Shop. Please RSVP via email to Dorothy Felton at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (limited seating - register early!)

21  Northern Michigan Has Talent at the Cheboygan Opera House http://www.theoperahouse.org231-627-5841/

24  Mardi Gras Celebration Dinner at the Sage Restaurant in the Odawa Casino  Resort.  http://www.odawacasino.com/

27 - March 1 Mackinaw City Skating Association Girls 16 & Under Tournament. Expect 120-130 participants

March Calendar

No Chamber Board Meeting 

4 Winter Program Series Presented by the Mackinaw Area Public Library "The Uncommon Loon", presented by Jeff Lange.  7 pm.  436-545

8 Mackinaw Area Historical Society "Cabin Fever Dinner" 6PM at St. Anthony's Church.

18  Ambassador Meeting - Audie's Restaurant 9 am.   

28 Odawa Casino Wedding Expo - 12:00 noon - 4:00 PM at Ovation Hall, Odawa Casino Resort. Admission:  Brides to be - Free, Other Attendees - $5.00 per person. For further information, please call 1-877-442-6464.

April Calendar

15  Ambassador Meeting - Audie's Restaurant 9 am.  

16  Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting - St. Anthony's Meeting Room 8:30 am. 

30  Chamber Annual Breakfast & Speaker at Audie's Banquet Room.  $10 pp.

If you would like your event, anniversary, or business information listed in our e.newsletter, contact the Chamber office for consideration by the 15th of each month 

Dawn Edwards, Executive Director  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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