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Join us February 14-16 during Charlevoix’s Indoor Sidewalk Sale Weekend for a unique celebration at Castle Farms!

• Enjoy drop-in crafts like light-up pottery pieces, children’s pottery, and build-your-own block flower kits in various styles.
• Pre-register online and receive a special gift!
• Sip on 1918 Cellars wine specials and take home a complimentary wine glass with each ticket.
• Explore exclusive deals in our Gift Shop for a truly memorable day.
  Bring your creativity, family, and friends to the Queen’s Tavern, and make Presidents’ Weekend unforgettable!

Craft Prices:

• $15 Flower Block Building Kit
• $15 Pottery – Princess, Horse, Dragon
• $30 Light-Up Pottery – Gourd House, Bunny, Dragon

Join the Northern Michigan Chorale, a choir group for adults, college and high school students. No auditions required. Rehearsals for our spring concert are Mondays 7 – 9 PM starting January 20th at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 1450 E. Mitchell Rd. in Petoskey. New members come early to register. Spring concert is at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts May 3^rd and 4^th, featuring music from Broadway, cinema, pop classics and more.   Visit nmchorale.org for more info

Join us for the second Boozy Book Fair! We’re looking for vendors to be a part of this unique literary event, combining the love of books with a delightful selection of drinks. Whether you’re an author, publisher, or have book-related products, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your offerings to a crowd of enthusiastic readers and book lovers.

Why Join Us?
Connect with a vibrant community of book lovers.
Showcase your work and products in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Network with other industry professionals.
Enjoy a day of books, booze, and great company

This event was so popular in 2024 that we decided to make it even bigger and better! 2025 features 2 Floors, 2 Days, and $2! The show will run for 2 days and encompass the ENTIRE MAIN BUILDING OF CASTLE FARMS (2 floors), with admission set at $2 per person for all ages above 16. Guests 16 and under are still free.

Reserve a booth to sell your goodies and join us for a vibrant and bustling day of community connections and treasures galore at our Community Sale event!

Date: Saturday, March 1st & Sunday, March 2nd
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Castle Farms in Charlevoix, Michigan

What to Expect:
Yard Sale Finds: Explore a wide array of pre-loved treasures as community members clear out their closets and offer unique yard sale items.

Crafters’ Corner: Immerse yourself in a world of creativity! Talented crafters from our community will showcase handmade goods, bringing an artistic flair to your day.

Direct Sale Delights: Discover fantastic products and services from local direct sale businesses. Support your neighbors while indulging in quality goods.

Authors: Find immersive new reads from local authors.

Admission: $2 per person (Ages 16 and below are FREE)

How to Participate:
If you’re looking to declutter or showcase your crafting skills, reserve your space now! Spaces are limited, so act fast.

Single Booth: $40 for 10×8
Double Booth: $70 for 20×8
Tables are not included but can be rented for:
6 Foot: $4
8 Foot: $5

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to shop, connect, and celebrate community spirit at our Community Sale on March 1st and 2nd. Bring your family, invite your friends, and make it a day to remember!

See you there!

NO FIREARMS OR ALCOHOL BOOTHS PERMITTED.

Please be advised that Castle Farms reserves the right to refuse entry to vendors whose product themes are deemed inconsistent with our community values. We believe in fostering an atmosphere that reflects the preferences and expectations of our community members.

Galentine’s Party at Castle Farms
Date: Friday, February 21st
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Queen’s Tavern at Castle Farms

Celebrate friendship and fun at our Galentine’s Event! This is the perfect chance to bring along your best friends, sisters, moms, aunts, daughters, coworkers, book club buddies, or even your favorite neighbor for an evening of laughter, creativity, and connection.

Tickets:

• $30 Early Bird (until January 1st)
• $35 Regular (after January 1st)

Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine and all supplies needed to paint your own set of beautiful taper candles—perfectly crafted for a fun night out and a take-home memento of your Galentine’s celebration.

🎉 Kick Off the New Year at Castle Farms! 🎉
Join us on January 4th for an unforgettable day filled with fun, shopping, and sipping at our historic venue. Whether you’re a trivia enthusiast, a bargain hunter, or a cocktail connoisseur, there’s something for everyone, plus exciting perks and prizes to enjoy:

🕹️ Virtual Game Show – Survey Says
Time: 2 PM – 4 PM
Think you know the top answers? Test your trivia skills in our fast-paced Virtual Game Show! Compete for one of four $50 gift cards awarded to the top players. Play on your own device and rack up the perks:
🎟️ Participation Perks:

• Receive a raffle ticket for every round you join, with BONUS PRIZE DRAWINGS at the end of the game!
• Enjoy trivia sheets or quick games in the Tavern tied to the game show theme.
  🍷 Entry Incentive:
• Pre-register for the game show and get an extra raffle ticket for the BONUS PRIZE DRAWINGS

🛍️ Gift Shop Moving Sale
Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
Shop incredible deals as we prepare to move! Explore discounts on:
✨ Jewelry
🌱 Garden items
🎁 Toys, books, coffee mugs, bags, and more!
💼 Special Package Deal:

• Spend $50 in the Gift Shop and get a Special Gift!

🍷 Cocktails in the Tavern
Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
Sip and savor wine-based cocktails and warm ciders in our cozy Tavern. Enjoy free entry to relax, socialize, and shop. It’s the perfect pairing to your day of fun!

📸 Social Media Challenge:

• Snap a photo during the event and post it using #SurveySaysCastle for a chance to win two free memberships to Castle Farms for the whole year!

📅 Date: January 4th
📍 Location: Castle Farms

Don’t miss this one-day-only event packed with entertainment, deals, and good vibes. Mark your calendar and bring your friends!

Santa’s coming…and he’s bringing the GRINCH!

It’s time to build and craft with Santa in his Workshop at Castle Farms! Our Santa’s Workshop sessions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, December 14 and 15, 2024 at pre-scheduled times throughout the day.  Participate in an age-appropriate craft (chosen at time of online registration), enjoy hot cocoa and a treat. Chat with Santa himself and get a special gift. Professional photos with Santa are also included and will be available for download after the event!

Ticket Cost: $30 per child

Santa Sessions Available:  9am, 10:30am, 12pm, & 2pm each day

Limit of 25 children per session.

Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 PM EST on December 13, 2024. Each child ticket includes 2 adults. You may purchase extra adult tickets for $5 each.

Santa’s coming…and he’s bringing the GRINCH!

It’s time to build and craft with Santa in his Workshop at Castle Farms! Our Santa’s Workshop sessions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, December 14 and 15, 2024 at pre-scheduled times throughout the day.  Participate in an age-appropriate craft (chosen at time of online registration), enjoy hot cocoa and a treat. Chat with Santa himself and get a special gift. Professional photos with Santa are also included and will be available for download after the event!

Ticket Cost: $30 per child

Santa Sessions Available:  9am, 10:30am, 12pm, & 2pm each day

Limit of 25 children per session.

Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 PM EST on December 13, 2024. Each child ticket includes 2 adults. You may purchase extra adult tickets for $5 each.