East Jordan Chamber

GLCO presents Echoes from the Musikverein concert
2023-11-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit) | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor, 800 Bay Harbor Drive, Bay Harbor, MI, 49770, United States
Join the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra for “Echoes from the Musikverein: Music from Vienna’s Golden Concert Hall” on Saturday, November 4th at 7 PM at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor, Petoskey. The GLCO, conducted by Maestro Libor Ondras, brings to life masterpieces by Mozart, Schubert, and Haydn in this celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Vienna. The concert features guest piano soloist Michael Barrett in Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 19. In addition, 14-year-old violinist Eeva Rintala of Boyne City and winner of GLCO’s 2023 Charles F. Davis Young Artist Competition, will be performing Beethoven’s Romance No. 2 with the orchestra. Tickets are available at www.glcorchestra.org/concerts. Complimentary tickets are available for veterans, active service members and students 18 and under by calling 231-487-0010.

Jubilee of Trees for 501 C3's & Holiday Business After Hours
2023-11-30 17:30 - 19:00 | The Boathouse on Lake Charlevoix, 204 Water Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Join us at The Boathouse on Lake Charlevoix (204 Water Street, East Jordan) for the 2023 Jubilee of Trees for 501 C3’s and the Holiday Business After Hours event proudly sponsored by EJ. 25 beautifully decorated Christmas Trees and 5 Baskets will be on display and part of a silent auction. As a winning bidder, you will be allowed to choose the Chamber Member 501 C3 that you would like your donation to go to. The Holiday Business After Hours is open to everyone and it’s a great time to meet, network and learn about our local businesses, their owners/managers and kick-off the holiday season. Entry to the event will be by cash donations that will be divided between our local food pantries. Care and Share of East Jordan and The Good Samarian of Ellsworth.

Light Up East Jordan
2023-12-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Downtown East Jordan, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Celebrate the holiday in East Jordan. Live Reindeer, Lighted Parade, Soup Cook-Off, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

GLCO presents Reperio trio in free Sunday Series recital
2024-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City, 401 S Park, Boyne City, MI, United States
Welcome the New Year with the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra (GLCO), presenting Reperio on Sunday, January 14 at 4 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Boyne City. The free public recital is part of GLCO’s Sunday Series, which features small orchestra ensembles performing in Northern Michigan neighborhood venues.
The trio includes Nancy Stagnitta, principal flutist with the GLCO and the Traverse Symphony; Ya-Ju Chuang, multiple award-winning piano soloist and collaborative artist; and Dane Philipsen, principal oboist of the Traverse Symphony Orchestra with guest affiliations with the Chicago and Detroit Symphony Orchestras. The trio will be performing music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Clara Schumann, William Grant Still, Sigfrid Karg-Elert, and Madeline Dring.
The First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City is located at 401 S. Park St. in Boyne City. For more information about the performance and about the non-profit Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010.
Generous support for the Sunday Recital Series is provided by Carolyn Klender.

East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner/Meeting/Awards/Auction
2024-01-27 17:30 - 22:00 | The Boathouse on Lake Charlevoix, 204 Water Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
The East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Annual Dinner/Meeting/Awards/Auction at The Boathouse in East Jordan. Everyone is invited, but reservations are required. (seating is limited) Don’t miss out on being part of this community celebration.

GLCO presents Songs of Love recital with soprano Amy Cross
2024-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey, 501 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI, 49770, United States
Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra offers “Celebrating Songs of Love” at 4 PM on February 11, 2024, at the First Presbyterian Church in Petoskey, 501 E. Mitchell St., featuring soprano Amy Cross, accompanied by André Strydom. The recital is free of charge (no reservations needed) as part of their Sunday Series recitals, bringing small ensembles to neighborhood venues.
Vocalist Amy Cross is a frequent performer with area churches, Bay View Association, and with the GLCO, and is the elementary school music teacher in Harbor Springs.
The program, in honor of Valentine’s Day, will include some of the most beautiful arias ever written, beloved sacred pieces, and powerful musical theatre songs.
The Sunday Series is made possible through the generous support of Carolyn Klender.

GLCO presents Drumheads percussion ensemble
2024-03-03 16:00 - 17:00 | First Congregational Church, 101 State St, Charlevoix, MI, 49720, United States
Enjoy the many sounds of percussion with The Drumheads ensemble from the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra. The free concert, part of the GLCO’s Sunday Series, will take place at 4 PM on Sunday March 3rd at the First Congregational Church, 101 State St. in Charlevoix. Tim Mocny, Bob Sagan, and Ken Yagiela will perform favorites, reimagined classics, video game music and more in creative percussion arrangements with drums, glockenspiel, marimba, cymbals, and “found” instruments, to name a few. There is something for everyone and all ages in this dynamic performance. The free of charge Sunday Series recitals are made possible through the generous support of Carolyn Klender. The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra is a nonprofit professional orchestra headquartered at 219 E. Lake St., Petoskey. For more information, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010.

Exhibition Opening Reception at Jordan River Arts Council
2024-03-24 12:30 - 16:30 | Jordan River Arts Council, 301 Main Stree, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
The Jordan River Arts Council kicks off its 2024 exhibition season with a free reception on Sunday, March 24 from 12:30 to 4:30 pm. “United by Verse” celebrates and unites collaborations between visual artists and poets and includes works by 28 local artists. 301 Main St. Photo Credit: Karen Walker, photography; Art Curtis, poem

Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra presents Reperio, free Sunday Series recital
2024-04-07 16:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City, 401 S Park, Boyne City, MI, United States
The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra (GLCO) will present Reperio on Sunday, January 14 at 4 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Boyne City. The free public recital is part of GLCO’s Sunday Series, which features small orchestra ensembles performing in Northern Michigan neighborhood venues. This event is rescheduled after a January snowstorm cancellation.
The trio includes Nancy Stagnitta, principal flutist with the GLCO and the Traverse Symphony; Ya-Ju Chuang, multiple award-winning piano soloist and collaborative artist; and Dane Philipsen, principal oboist of the Traverse Symphony Orchestra with guest affiliations with the Chicago and Detroit Symphony Orchestras. The trio will be performing music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Clara Schumann, William Grant Still, Sigfrid Karg-Elert, and Madeline Dring.
The First Presbyterian Church of Boyne City is located at 401 S. Park St. in Boyne City. For more information about the performance and about the non-profit Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010.
Generous support for the Sunday Recital Series is provided by Carolyn Klender.

Business After Hours
2024-04-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Active Recovery Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, 240 S Lake St, Space 6, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Join us for a great networking at Active Recovery Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab.

FREE for EJ Chamber Members – $10 Not-Yet-Members

Lyl Dia Concert
2024-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | East Jordan Community Auditorium, 304 Fourth Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Lyl Dia is a Northern Michigan teen rapping positive messages. Bring the whole family to enjoy this one of a kind concert! Open to the community and surrounding areas! Admission by donation.

GLCO presents Dreams of Faraway Lands
2024-04-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor, 800 Bay Harbor Drive, Bay Harbor, MI, 49770, United States
Join us for an exciting musical journey inspired by the cultures of faraway lands. Musical portraits by celebrated composers will transport you to the distant regions of the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Southern Europe in this smorgasbord-concert of distinct musical cultures presenting works such as Mozart’s Abduction from Seraglio and Turkish March, Rossini’s Italian Girl in Algiers, Turina’s Five Gipsy Dances, and Sibelius’ incidental score for the play Belshazzar’s Feast.
The highlight of the concert is Marcus Paus’ Portrait of Zhou for Flute and Orchestra, presented by Nancy Stagnitta, award-winning classical and jazz flutist.
The concert will take place at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Petoskey on Saturday, April 20th at 7 PM.

East Jordan Rotary Variety Show
2024-05-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | East Jordan Community Auditorium, 304 Fourth Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
A fabulous night of entertainment from the East Jordan Rotary Club.
Tickets available at Charlevoix State Bank, East Jordan or from any Rotarian.

Banks Township Clean Up Day
2024-05-11 08:00 - 11:00 | Old Drenth Brothers Gravel Plant, 7111 Essex Rd, Ellsworth, MI, 49729, United States
Residents and property owners of Banks Township can once again dispose of hard to get rid of items at no charge. Drop off site is at 7111 Essex Rd, former site of Drenth Brothers Gravel Plant. Collection begins at 8:00 AM and will close at 11:00 AM. NO household garbage or hazardous wastes.
Proof of residency or property ownership is required. Bring some form of proof of ownership.
NOT ACCEPTED:
Building materials – shingles, insulation, drywall
Household trash

Allowed items:
Household items
furniture
scrap metals
tires
car type batteries
appliances
air conditioning or refrigeration units

East Jordan Lions Disc Golf Tournament
2024-05-11 08:30 - 13:00 | East Jordan Community Park, 805 Maple Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
2 Rounds of 18
Player’s Packs
100% Pay out Plus $200 Bonus Cash
Free Pizza Lunch
New Juniors 18 & Under play for $1
Basket Raffle
CTP, Ace Pool, Ring of Fire & More.

Learn more at cjlp.fun

56th Annual Mother/Daughter Banquet-Brunch
2024-05-11 11:30 - 13:30 | East Jordan High School, 101 Maple Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Join the Miss East Jordan Pageant Board & Contestants for the 56th Annual Mother/Daughter Banquet. The Banquet will be a brunch event held at the East Jordan Middle/High School. Ticket will be on sale at the 2024 Miss EJ Pageant and there will be tickets available at the door. Tickets $10, children under 5 free.

GLCO presents The Hummel Trio in free Mother's Day recital
2024-05-12 16:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs, 7940 Cemetery Rd, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740, United States
The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra (GLCO) will present The Hummel Trio on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12 at 4 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs. The free public recital is part of GLCO’s Sunday Series, which features small orchestra ensembles performing in churches around Northern Michigan.
The trio includes GLCO Music Director and Conductor, Dr. Libor Ondras (violin & viola), Emily Grabinski-Conklin (piano), and Andrew Laven, cello. The Mother’s Day Recital will feature music of Brahms, Hummel, Schoenfield, Dvořák, and Kreisler.
The First Presbyterian Church is located at 7940 Cemetery Rd. in Harbor Springs. For more information about the performance and about the non-profit Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010.
Generous support for the Sunday Recital Series is provided by Carolyn Klender.

Regional Business After Hours
2024-05-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Farm at Frog Hollow, 2750 M-75, Boyne City, MI, 49712, United States
Hosted by the Boyne City, Charlevoix and East Jordan Chambers of Commerce at the Farm at Frog Hollow. (2750 M-75, Boyne City)
$10 per person (everyone welcome)
Hors devours, cash bar, great networking with business owners, managers, community members from all over Charlevoix County.

Business After Hours
2024-05-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Marty’s On Main Street – MOM’S, 115 Main Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Join the East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce and our member Marty’s On Main Street (MOM’S) for a fun evening of food, cash bar and networking.

Garage Sales Across the Breezeway
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-25 | The Breezeway, U.S 31 to U.S. 131, MI, United States
26 miles of garage/yard sales and events on the C-48 Breezeway between Atwood & Boyne Falls. Pick up sale lists at the East Jordan Chamber of Commerce Office or at www.ejchamber.org
Contact the Chamber Office to register your sale or event. $10 fee to help with printing & advertising.

Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
2024-05-27 10:45 - 12:00 | Downtown East Jordan, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
The Rebec-Hosler Sweet Post of the American Legion Post #227 will host the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. The Parade begins at 10:45 AM starting at G.A.R. Park heading down Main Street ending at Memorial Park for a ceremony.

Memorial Day Open House at The Depot
2024-05-27 13:00 - 15:00 | The Depot, Jordan Valley Teen Center, 214 Main Street, East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Come check out The Depot Teen Center immediately following the Gar Park dedication on May 27th. Grab a brat or hotdog, see what’s happening at The Depot, and enjoy music from the band First Friday!
See you on Memorial Day! We will be open from 1 pm to 3 pm.
214 Main Street, East Jordan, MI 49727

East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing
2024-06-07 11:30 - 16:00 | The Mallard Golf Club, 9569 Bailey Rd., East Jordan, MI, 49727, United States
Are you ready for a great day on the golf course? The East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce 27th Annual Golf Outing is just that! 9 holes of golf (foursome), lunch, snacks, prizes, golfer gifts, games and networking with fellow business owners, managers, community members.
Pre-Registration before May 22 – $260 per team

11:30 AM Check in
Noon Lunch
1:00 Start

Sponsorships available – Contact the Chamber Office 231-536-7351

East Jordan Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Memorial Park Bandshell, 101 Spring Street, East Jordan, 49727, United States
Soul Xpress

Bring a chair or blanket, grab some dinner or ice cream and come down to Memorial Park for some great music. All bands are family friendly.

Jordan Art Walk Ribbon Cutting
2024-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 101 Spring Street, East Jordan, Michigan, 49727
The ribbons will be cut for the new pieces of art added to the Jordan Art Walk. Meet in Memorial Park at 10:00 AM to walk the JAW.

Ellsworth Pig Roast
2024-06-14 - 2024-06-15 | Ellsworth, Center Street, Ellsworth, MI, 49729, United States
A celebration of food, family and fun. Join Ellsworth for a great meal, fun and games, a parade and something for everyone.

East Jordan Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
2024-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Memorial Park Bandshell, 101 Spring Street, East Jordan, 49727, United States
Bernadette Kathryn and the Lonely Days Band

Bring a chair or blanket, grab some dinner or ice cream and come down to Memorial Park for some great music. All bands are family friendly.

GLCO presents Carmina Burana and Saint-Säens' Organ Symphony with Kelly Hale
2024-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | John M. Hall Auditorium, 1725 Encampment, Petoskey, MI, 49770, United States
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, 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 led by Amy Cross will join forces to create this special night at the historic John M. Hall Auditorium in Bay View.

Tickets from $35 to $65 are available at glcorchestra.org. The concert is free for veterans, active service members, and students 18 and under by calling 231-487-0010.
