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“NORTHERN MICHIGAN HAS TALENT”
On Saturday, February 23th, The Opera House will be presenting its sixth Annual NORTHERN MICHIGAN HAS TALENT, an amateur talent show featuring people of all ages, with talents ranging from vocals to bands to piano. This concert will feature eleven (11) amateur performing artists who reside in the Northern Michigan area, and who were selected from open auditions held Saturday, February 5th. This year’s proceeds from the Talent Show will go to the Robert Moloney Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for students who attend summer programs to pursue their interests in the arts.
Cash prizes will be awarded to First through Third place winners, with First Place winning $150, Second Place $75.00 and Third Place $50.00. The judges for the show will select the winners, but the audience will select the “People’s Choice” Award.
The Talent Show will take place on Saturday, February 26 at 7:30pm. We will have a “Celebrity” Master of Ceremonies for the show. Panel members and judges will be announced.
Tickets are now available through The Opera House Box Office at 403 North Huron Street. Office hours are 9:30 A.M. through 4:30 P.M., Tuesday through Friday. Seating is Non-Reserved and all Tickets are $10.00. Call 231-627-5841 or 231-627-5432 for tickets.
This program is supported, in part, by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and The National Endowment for the Arts.
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SERENADE YOUR SWEETHEART WITH A SINGING VALENTINE
FROM THE GRAND TRAVERSE SHOW CHORUS
Surprise your sweetheart (or a friend or relative) with a singing valentine from the Grand Traverse Show Chorus. A quartet will deliver the valentine, which includes a LOVE SONG, special valentine card, chocolate, and a photo to commemorate the event, to your special someone, all for just $40. You can arrange to have the valentine delivered to a home, a restaurant, or wherever your loved one will be most surprised. We'll deliver within a 20-mile radius around Traverse City anytime Thursday, February 14; ask about arrangements for other areas. Make a lifelong memory and order a singing valentine by calling Sue Provenzano at 231-943-8937,or order online at www.grandtraverseshowchorus.
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The Grand Traverse Show Chorus, founded in 1954, consists of women from across northwestern Lower Michigan. The chorus and quartets entertain throughout the region with their unique barbershop style. The Chorus performs locally and regionally and attends educational events and competitions. Various quartets and small ensembles are also available for performances. The Grand Traverse Show Chorus is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Founded in 1945, Sweet Adelines International is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is one of the largest women singers’ organizations in the world, committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through education and performance.
The Grand Traverse Show Chorus rehearses on Tuesdays at 7 pm at Norris Campus, located at 10783 E Cherry Bend Road in Traverse City (not affiliated with TCAPS). Interested singers are welcome to attend rehearsals. Call 231-933-0729 for further information
Third Level Crisis Center offering safeTALK Workshop on February 22nd
(Suicide Alertness for Everyone)
safeTALK is a one-day, 3 hour workshop for community members with all levels of helping experience interested in learning practical skills to competently and confidently connect a person at risk of suicide to help.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be prepared as an alert helper:
§ Capitalize on opportunities to help someone with thoughts of suicide
§ Recognize when a person might be having thoughts of suicide
§ Engage in direct and open discussion about suicide
§ Identify resources available to help and connect a person at-risk for suicide
§ Have confidence in being an effective resource yourself
§ Be part of a team improving the community's response to suicide
Cost: $40: Includes materials and refreshments. Discounted Fees: $30 for social work/counseling students and for agencies with 3 or more attendees. There are a limited number of scholarships available on a first come first served basis.
Date: Friday, February 22, 2013 - 9:00 to Noon. Registration begins at 8:30am.
Location: Grand Traverse County Health Department, 2600 LaFranier Road, Traverse City
Presented by: Mickie Jannazzo, LMSW, Third Level Crisis Center
Space is limited - register today; registration due by February 14, 20123
Receive 3 Social Work CE Hours
Register on line at www.thirdlevel.org<http://www.
Serving Northern Lower Michigan for 40 years, Third Level provides immediate, free, flexible services. Services include 24/7 crisis counseling, a free legal aid clinic, Pete's Place youth shelter, youth and family services, street outreach, information & referral services and more.
Third Level Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) organization.
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(January 14, 2013 Petoskey, MI) Camp Daggett offers great activities for families this winter. On January 26 and February 23 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., experience the solitude of the wilderness as you snowshoe by torchlight at Camp Daggett. Bearcub Outfitters of Petoskey has once again graciously sponsored this family-fun event. Afterward, come in from the cold for a cup of hot chocolate, freshly baked cookies and to warm-up by the crackling fire in camp’s beautiful main lodge. Buy raffle tickets for great Bearcub products with all proceeds going to Camp Daggett. Admission is free, donations are encouraged, and snowshoes are available for all ages!
Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers or big brothers are invited to bring their sons (ages 8-16) for a fun filled Father/Son weekend, March 8-10, at Camp Daggett. Cost is $150 for father/son, plus $50 for each additional son. Space is limited and registration is on a first come first served basis. Participants can expect a weekend of fun and adventure as they try their hands at various outdoor activities and enjoy wild game lunches and dinners in front of the lodge fireplace. For additional information or to register, please contact Ed Leverenz at Camp Daggett, 231-347-9742 ext 112.
If you’re looking for a way to beat the winter blues, or want to schedule a birthday party or family retreat at the Camp Daggett Adventure Center, the cost is $20 per person, which includes initiatives and high climbing walls, plus a room to do cake and ice cream. Minimum for this three-hour event is 15 people for a total of $300. It’s a great way to spend the day, play and learn together.
Registration is now open for Camp Daggett summer camp. Applications are available online or at area schools and local chambers of commerce. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrants for the first week of camp, June 16-22, get $50 off the registration fee.
To learn more about Camp Daggett, visit www.campdaggett.org or call executive director, Brent Marlatt at 347-9742.
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“The generosity of our Members never ceases to amaze me! Truly our communities live and breathe the Credit Union Philosophy of People Helping People! What a joy and privilege it is to be an instrument in organizing such a great effort to help feed those who are having a difficult time this year!” said Lisa Bandlow, Education and Marketing Manager for Forest Area Federal Credit Union.
The food pantries which will be receiving the funds raised this year’s fundraiser include: Living Word Church, St. Theresa’s Church, Colfax Community Church and the Free Methodist Church food pantries in the Manton area, the Methodist Church of Kingsley food pantry, KAIR Food Pantry of Kalkaska and the Fife Lake Food Pantry in Fife Lake.
About Forest Area Federal Credit Union
As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, Forest Area Federal Credit Union is committed to their members. They uphold the fundamental responsibility to actively serve people within their field of membership and the communities in which they live. Forest Area FCU treats all members with dignity and respect and offer honest, fair deals to all members at all times. Forest Area Federal Credit Union delivers a range of low cost products and services to the diverse economic and social make-up of their members and potential members. Forest Area Federal Credit Union looks for better ways to reach out to the underserved in their field of membership. Finally, they will continually, in all facets of their operation, demonstrate the value of membership in Forest Area Federal Credit Union. To learn more about Forest Area Federal Credit Union visit www.forestarea.com or find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/
Forest Area Federal Credit Union’s field of membership as a Community Chartered Credit Union is as follows: Persons who live, regularly work, worship, or attend school in and businesses and other legal entities or immediate family members located in Kalkaska County, Michigan, Wexford County, Michigan, the townships of Union, Fife Lake, Paradise, Grant, and Mayfield of Grand Traverse County, Michigan, and Mancelona Township of Antrim County.
| Phi Alpha (The Social Work Honor Society at Ferris State University) is putting together this benefit concert to raise money to help manage programs within Traverse City High School. The admission fee will be $5. Kilkenny's has agreed to donate 10% of their sales during the concert to the High School. There will be a silent auction with many wonderful items to choose from. Free pool and darts will be available during the concert as well. More details will be posted as they are available. We look forward to seeing you there!! Here is the link to Traverse City High School http://www.tcaps.net/Default.aspx?alias=www.tcaps.net%2Ftchs |
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It is with great pride the Scenic Trails Council and Gearld R Ford Council are now the President Gearald R Ford Field Service Council. Combining 25 counties named after the only Eagle Scout President. Click stcbsa.org for details
Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. What’s missing? YOU! Click scouting.org for a program near you.
For over a century, The Boy Scouts of America has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. Click scouting.org for a program near you
The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through over a century of experience, knows that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society. Click scouting.org for a program near you
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Third Level Crisis Intervention Center has openings for volunteers and
interns. Do you like challenges, helping people with diverse backgrounds and working as a team? Do people tell you that you're a good listener? Third Level Crisis Center is looking for volunteers and interns that want to make a difference in the community to join our crisis counseling team. Minimum qualifications: 18 year of age, 150 hour commitment, pass criminal
background check, some computer experience. Free 40 hour training provided. Please contact Third Level Volunteer and Training Manager, Ryan DeMarsh or access our website at www.thirdlevel.org<http://www.thirdlevel.org/>; and look for more information under the Community Education page to download a volunteer application and to view the training schedule. Take the chance to help someone in need! Serving Northern Lower Michigan for 40 years, Third Level provides immediate, free, flexible services. Services include 24/7 crisis counseling, a free legal aid clinic, Pete's Place youth shelter, youth and family services, street outreach, information & referral services and more.
Third Level Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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UNITED WAY Campaign!
Do you want to be part of the 1%?
(That is, donors who will provide the final 1% of our campaign goal.)
| Campaign Reaches 99% Do you want to be part of the 1%? (That is, donors who will provide the final 1% of our campaign goal.) |
| If you haven't yet made a donation this year, please consider doing so today. If we reach our goal, the Frey Foundation will award a $20,000 challenge grant. Most importantly, your funds will help us meet our community's most pressing needs for Education, Income and Health services. Donate now via our secure server. Or you can donate by mail. Thank you! and thanks to the 99% who has gotten us this far! |
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| Alternative Spring Break Planned |
| Char-Em United Way is sponsoring Alternative Spring Breaks for area high school and college students. "You don't have to travel to a foreign country to have an Alternative Spring Break experience," points out Casey Adams, United Way's AmeriCorps VISTA. "This project gives you the opportunity to stay home and help right here in Charlevoix and Emmet counties." Read More Print a Flyer |
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You can be part of our Citizens Review Panel.
The 5-person panels, chaired by a United Way Board member, will review written applications and presentations from four to five agencies and make funding recommendations to our Board of Directors. With your input, the Board will make the final funding decisions for all programs. To learn more about this opportunity: Click here. We are giving priority for seats on the panel to donors to our 2011-2012 Campaign, as the panel is making investment decisions for all our donors. (It's not too late to make a campaign contribution, if you haven't yet!) |
| Benefit Access Initiative is Under Way |
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Every day that passes, there are many obstacles in the way for our struggling Northern Michigan families. These obstacles have become so large that some of these families have no idea where or whom to turn to for help.
We have launched a new program that is responding to this need. The Benefit Access Initiative is here to help families identify and access services that can help them improve their financial stability. Read More |
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| Business Sponsorship Opportunities We know that local businesses are bombarded with requests to donate or sponsor various worthy causes. We also know that your marketing and donation budgets are limited and often committed early in the year. By providing you with this menu of Sponsorship Opportunities, we can help you plan the biggest bang for your buck. Each opportunity offers recognition for your support. By supporting one or more of our activities, you can target your visibility. For example, sponsorship of the Instant Wine Cellar will reach young professionals. Support for our campaign awards will reach business and other donors. Day of Caring sponsorship reaches seniors (and others). Please let us know what your philanthropic goals are and we can advise you. We are currently seeking sponsorships for the Instant Wine Cellar Event April 20 Sponsor the Wine Cellar |
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Peer Support Group
Adults with OCD, Family and Friends
2nd Tuesday of Every Month 7-9pm
Community Health Education Center at Northern Michigan Hospital
Petoskey, MI
Let me know if you need anything else, or have any questions.
Take Care, Kevin Putman (231) 838-9501
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