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SUMMARY:Empire Hill Climb
DESCRIPTION:Empire Hill Climb is back for 2026!\nJoin us for the Empire Hill Climb!\n \nThe Empire Hill Climb will take place on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, with races starting at 10am. Cars will drive up Wilco Road in Empire. Race cars will be on display and open to spectators all day in downtown Empire.  \nThe Empire Hill Climb originally ran from 1964–1980 and has only increased in popularity since its revival. \nThe Race will start at the bottom of Wilco Rd and consists of 6 turns traveling a total distance of 0.6 miles up Storm Hill \nCompetitors are split into 5 classes and will get at least 6 timed/competition runs up the hill \n\nClass 1 – NA 2.0 liter and less\, FI up to 1.0 liter\nClass 2 – NA 2.1 – 3.9 liter\, FI 1.1 – 1.9 liter\nClass 3 – NA 4.0 liter and up\, FI 2.0 and up.\nVintage – (trophies only\, not for prizes\, may dual enter in appropriate class)\nDrift – Prize awarded by a judge appointed by the EHC\nExhibition – (Does not qualify for prizes)\n\n \nphotos courtesy of Tara Hurlin \n  \n  \n2026 Empire Hill Climb Schedule\nGet more information on the Hill Climb website! \n Friday\, September 18\n6:00-8:30pm: Tech Inspection & Volunteer Check-in \nSaturday\, September 19\n8:00am: Registration for Competitors and Workers \n8:00-9:00am: Parc Expose/Car Show on Front Street \n10:00am: Timed Runs Begin on Wilco Road \n12:30-1:30pm (approximately): Lunch Break \n1:30pm: Afternoon Timed Runs Begin \n6:00pm: Pit Cleanup \n  \nAccess to Hill Climb \nEmpire Hill Climb
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-hill-climb-revival/
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SUMMARY:2026 Empire Asparagus Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ready for all things Asparagus!?\nSAVE THE DATE:\nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026\nWe are back for another amazing asparagus filled day in downtown Empire! Lots of incredible local asparagus eats\, great music\, and fun activities to come! Including the Kick-Yer Assparagus 5k Fun Run/Walk! Link below to sign up! \nSign up for the 5k HERE! \nStart planning your asparagus recipe entries. Download your entry form for the recipe contest here! \n \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\n10am: Kick-Yer Ass-paragus 5k Fun Run/Walk\n11am-3pm: Glen Lake Community Library Pop Up Book Sale\n12pm: Recipe Contest in Empire Town Hall\n12pm-6pm: Asparagus Eats with food vendors\, local breweries and live music!\n\n\nFOOD VENDORS: Arts Tavern\, Plevas Meats\, Shipwreck Cafe\, Birria Taco Truck\,  Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs\, Squeeze ‘Em Lemonade Shack\, Norconk’s Asparagus and Lively Neighborfood Market!\n\n\nDRINK VENDORS: Right Brain Brewery\, Lake Ann Brewery and St. Ambrose Cellars!\n\n\nLIVE MUSIC: Zinnia Dungjen\, Andre Villoch\, and 5th Gear Band \n\n\n2-4pm: Queen Asparagus on Stilts\n3-4pm: The Magic Lady Family Magic Show\n2pm: Ode to Asparagus Poetry Contest at the Glen Lake Community Library \n\n\nGlen Lake Community Library on Front Street invites you to help celebrate the Empire Asparagus Festival with their Ode to Asparagus. Poets young and old are encouraged to submit their asparagus-inspired poems. All styles are welcome\, be it sonnet\, haiku\, or even limericks!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/2025-empire-asparagus-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Empire
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SUMMARY:Empire Winterfest
DESCRIPTION:The Empire Winterfest returns in 2026! Join us for a day of winter fun in Empire!\n\nSchedule of Events\n9am | Yoga at the Township Hall\n11am | Ranger program at National Park Visitor’s Center\, “Island Life: The Story of North Manitou Island”\n11am-3pm | Book Sale at the Library\n12:30-3pm | Saunas at the Empire Beach\n1pm | Polar Plunge at the Empire Beach\n2-5pm | Winter Activities at Grocer’s Daughter and Tiffany’s Cafe\n2:30pm | Leelanau Conservancy Docent-led hike at Chippewa Run Register Here\n5-7pm | Soup Potluck & Music from Charlie Arnett\nBring a soup\, salad\, or dessert to share. BYOB \nAll Winterfest activities are free to attend\, and the event is sponsored by the Empire Area Community Center (EACC). A freewill offering will be taken during the potluck to support EACC’s general fund\, which is invested back into the community through events like this one.  \nEmpire\nPOLAR DIP\n1:00 PM | February 21 | Empire Beach \nNote that this year’s polar plunge will take place on Lake Michigan due to thinning ice on South Bar Lake. Dippers will be invited one at a time to dip in Lake Michigan\, where the ice shelf has receded and the lake can be safely accessed. Onlookers can watch from the beach nearby.  \nDip to take place on the north end of the beach\, near the lighthouse!  \n \n  \n  \nPOTLUCK & LIVE MUSIC\nJoin us for a soup potluck at the Empire Township Hall from 5-7pm. Potluck attendees are invited to bring a salad\, soup\, or dessert to share.  \n \nMusic will be provided by Charlie Arnett. Arnett is a singer/songwriter based in Traverse City. His repertoire is a mix of originals and feel-good covers from artists such as Cat Stevens\, John Prine\, James Taylor\, and Jimmy Buffet. Charlie spent most of his career as a band and orchestra teacher in Brighton\, Ann Arbor\, and Harper Woods\, Michigan\, as well as in Estes Park\, Colorado. He has also been active in church music ministry for many years. Charlie and his wife enjoy life at their home on the Leelanau Peninsula and their cottage in Port Austin. You can find Charlie’s music on his YouTube channel. \n  \nEVENT SPONSORS
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-winterfest/
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SUMMARY:Empire Hops & Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hops Fest Returns to Empire this September!\nJoin us in downtown Empire for the Hops & Harvest Festival on Saturday\, September 20\, 2025 from 12-6pm. Celebrate the arrival of fall and the harvest season with good food\, beer\, live music and dancing! \n\n \n   Tickets are $12 in advance\, $15 at the door.\nPurchase Tickets online here! \nFood & Beer from:\nLively Market\nShipwreck Cafe\nGood To Go Mexican\nRight Brain Brewery\nNew Holland Brewing\nBlakes Cider\nBell’s Brewing \nMusic Lineup\nAndre Villoch\nA to Z Band\n5th Gear \n \n \nWe are still in need of volunteers to help with the 2025 Empire Hops & Harvest Festival. We need assistance with event setup\, day-of operations\, and tear down. \nIn exchange for your time\, volunteers will receive free entry to the event\, a complimentary event T-shirt\, and two free drink tickets. \nSign up to volunteer here. \nSponsored By \n \n \nThe event will be 100% recycled thanks to our friends at Bay Area Recycling in Traverse City. \n 
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-hops-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Empire
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CREATED:20241027T223215Z
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SUMMARY:Empire Artisan Marketplace
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URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-artisan-marketplace-2/
LOCATION:Empire Township Hall
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SUMMARY:GDC's 20th Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate 20 years of Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate! \nSaturday Nov 2nd 3:00 – 5:00\nYour ticket includes: \n\nFun & Informative chocolate tasting\nConversation with Jody Hayden\, our owner\, and Mimi Wheeler\, our founder\, about GDC’s history\, unique business model and plans for the future\nDemonstration of tempering\nA delectable grazing menu of sweet and savory dishes\, all prepared with cacao or chocolate\nSpecial 20th anniversary gifts\n\nWe look forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/gdcs-20th-birthday-party/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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SUMMARY:Anchor Days 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nAnchor Day Poster 2024
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/anchor-days-2024/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240126T123000
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SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc-6/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240119T123000
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CREATED:20231128T204851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204852Z
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SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc-5/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240112T123000
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CREATED:20231128T204651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204652Z
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SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc-4/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240105T123000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20231128T204522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204522Z
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SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc-3/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231216T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231216T190000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20231128T203428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T203428Z
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SUMMARY:The District's Friends & Family Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor for an evening of shopping and fun! Grab your friends and family to shop for last minute gifts and holiday deals! \nEnjoy a glass of wine\, cozy up in our wine patio or by one of our fires\, and have a festive night!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/the-districts-friends-family-night/
LOCATION:M22 Glen Arbor\, 6298 W Western Ave.\, Glen Arbor\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231208T123000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20231128T204337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204338Z
UID:3497-1702033200-1702038600@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc-2/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231201T130000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20231128T204058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T204059Z
UID:3492-1701428400-1701435600@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC
DESCRIPTION:HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! \nCALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 \nOur fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can’t wait to host you! We’ll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world’s favorite treat. \nHere are some of the topics included in our tasting: \n… delve into the world of chocolate with a guided tasting of cacao nibs/beans\, 100% chocolate (technically liquor or mass)\, dark chocolate\, milk chocolate\, white chocolate and several of our signature items. \n… learn about the 4 major steps in producing great chocolate (harvest\, post-harvest production\, manufacturing and confectionary technique) \n… hear about our sourcing philosophies and where we purchase our ingredients. \n… explore the rich history of fine cacao and chocolate and efforts to preserve cacao for generations to come! \nA few things to note: \n– Classes last 1 – 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people\, please reach email us (chocolate@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space. \n– Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. \n– Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice) \n– Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class. \nIf these days/times do not work for you but you’re interested in a tasting class\, please email us at chocolate@grocersdaughter.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/chocolate-tasting-class-with-gdc/
LOCATION:Grocers Daughter Chocolate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240102T170000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20231128T203240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T203240Z
UID:3485-1700899200-1704214800@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Strolling Lights Festival
DESCRIPTION:Press Release for Strolling Lights Festival (1) (1)
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/strolling-lights-festival/
LOCATION:M22 Glen Arbor\, 6298 W Western Ave.\, Glen Arbor\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230527T110000
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SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hikes with SBD Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! \nHikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! \nCall 248-931-9440 for more information!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hikes-with-sbd-tours-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T140000
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UID:3437-1684580400-1684591200@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! \nHikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! \nCall 248-931-9440 for more information!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sbd-tours-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230513T140000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20230412T172332Z
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UID:3432-1683975600-1683986400@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hikes with SBD Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! \nHikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! \nCall 248-931-9440 for more information!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hikes-with-sbd-tours/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230506T140000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20230412T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T173154Z
UID:3434-1683370800-1683381600@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! \nHikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! \nCall 248-931-9440 for more information!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sbd-tours-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230429T140000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20230412T171853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T171853Z
UID:3430-1682766000-1682776800@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! \nHikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! \nCall 248-931-9440 for more information!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sbd-tours/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220821T170000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220811T195323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T195324Z
UID:3410-1660928400-1661101200@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:LivelyLands Boutique Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us\,\nFor a weekend getaway of live music\, local food\, arts\, bonfires and camping! Located just outside Empire at the Backyard Budickville this local family friendly festival will be happening all weekend long! Click here to purchase tickets!\n \n 
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/livelylands-boutique-music-festival/
LOCATION:Backyard Burdickville\, 3805 W Empire HWY\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220716T230000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220711T165859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T165859Z
UID:3372-1657969200-1658012400@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Anchor Day Returns!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/anchor-day-returns/
LOCATION:Downtown Empire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220604T120000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220407T180828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T171038Z
UID:3311-1654333200-1654344000@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Kick-yer Assparagus 5km Fun Run Walk
DESCRIPTION:10:00AM Kick-yer Assparagus 5km Fun Run Walk\n9 am: Registration begins  | 10 am: Race begins | Empire Public beach \nEnjoy a scenic run by the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan and finish at the pavilion for refreshments and prizes.  All runners get free entry to the festival\, a free drink ticket\, and a customized t-shirt (a combined value of $30)— just show your run number! \nRegistration begins at 9 am at Empire Public beach. The entry fee is $25 for standard runners and $15 for walkers and juniors up to 17 years old. All entry fees include a t-shirt. \nDownload Official Registration Form Here \nSign up here! \n 
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/kick-yer-assparagus-5km-fun-run-walk/
LOCATION:Empire Beach Village Park\, 11260 S Lake Michigan Dr\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20170830T143848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T162357Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Empire Asparagus Festival
DESCRIPTION:2022 Empire Asparagus Festival \nThank you so much to everyone who came to enjoy the Asparagus Festival with us! It was a huge success and we couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day!\n\nWe will be releasing more 2022 Empire Asparagus Festival T-Shirts to pre-order as we completely sold out at the festival! Stay tuned\, the site will be live soon!\nYou can shop past Asparagus Festival apparel\, as well as other Empire merchandise here!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/asparagus-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Empire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220528T120000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220325T184856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T184856Z
UID:3304-1653735600-1653739200@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guided Wildflower Hike\n\nThe event repeats twice every Saturday in May\, at 11am and 1pm\, starting May 7th to May 28th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers\, woods and wildlife!\n\nHike is about 1.5 hrs\, dress for the weather\, bring your camera\, binoculars and water. \nCall 248-931-9440 for location and more information\, no tours in inclement weather. \nMax. 6 people per tour (min.2); please note that the hike location is different from the business location!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sleeping-bear-dunes-tours-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220521T120000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220325T184802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T184802Z
UID:3302-1653130800-1653134400@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guided Wildflower Hike\n\nThe event repeats twice every Saturday in May\, at 11am and 1pm\, starting May 7th to May 28th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers\, woods and wildlife!\n\nHike is about 1.5 hrs\, dress for the weather\, bring your camera\, binoculars and water. \nCall 248-931-9440 for location and more information\, no tours in inclement weather. \nMax. 6 people per tour (min.2); please note that the hike location is different from the business location!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sleeping-bear-dunes-tours-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220514T120000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220325T184644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T184644Z
UID:3300-1652526000-1652529600@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guided Wildflower Hike\n\nThe event repeats twice every Saturday in May\, at 11am and 1pm\, starting May 7th to May 28th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers\, woods and wildlife!\n\nHike is about 1.5 hrs\, dress for the weather\, bring your camera\, binoculars and water. \nCall 248-931-9440 for location and more information\, no tours in inclement weather. \nMax. 6 people per tour (min.2); please note that the hike location is different from the business location!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sleeping-bear-dunes-tours-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220507T120000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220325T184309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T184309Z
UID:3286-1651921200-1651924800@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guided Wildflower Hike\n\nThe event repeats twice every Saturday in May\, at 11am and 1pm\, starting May 7th to May 28th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers\, woods and wildlife!\n\nHike is about 1.5 hrs\, dress for the weather\, bring your camera\, binoculars and water. \nCall 248-931-9440 for location and more information\, no tours in inclement weather. \nMax. 6 people per tour (min.2); please note that the hike location is different from the business location!
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/guided-wildflower-hike-with-sleeping-bear-dunes-tours/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220416T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220416T170000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20220324T190947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T190947Z
UID:3293-1650121200-1650128400@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt & Fun with Crystal River Outfitters
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt & Fun in Glen Arbor\nThe Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District in Glen Arbor is hosting its first Districtwide Easter Egg Hunt. The festivities will take place at M22 Glen Arbor 6298 W Western Ave. on  Saturday\, April 16th. The afternoon will be full of Easter activities and family fun. The event will kick off at 3 pm with face painting and crafts. At 4 pm\, the Easter Egg Hunt will begin with an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny. Afterwards\, families may enjoy spring drinks (think wine cocktails and mocktails for the kids) and Peep ‘smores on the M22 Wine Patio. \n  \n For more information\, visit www.crystalriveroutfitters.com or follow us on social media (Facebook: Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District\, Instagram: @thedistrictglenarbor). \n\nThe Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District is located on M22 in downtown Glen Arbor and is comprised of Crystal River Outfitters\, The Cyclery\, M22 Glen Arbor & Coastal. \n\nIf you have any questions\, please email our Wine & Events Supervisor Kaitlyn Springsdorf at wine@crystalriveroutfitters.com.
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/easter-egg-hunt-fun-with-crystal-river-outfitters/
LOCATION:M22 Glen Arbor\, 6298 W Western Ave.\, Glen Arbor\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211127T160000
DTSTAMP:20261112T114310
CREATED:20181116T191500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T042225Z
UID:2260-1638007200-1638028800@empirechamber.com
SUMMARY:Empire Artisan Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Empire Artisan Marketplace\nSaturday\, November 27th | 10am-4pm\nEmpire Township Hall\nExpect to find truly unique\, quality\, handcrafted items—created and sold by local artists.\nWe will have a great array of items to help kick-start your holiday shopping! 18 Artisans will be present with lovely handcrafted items and gifts for everyone on your list. Shop local and enjoy homemade tamales to-go for an enjoyable dinner at home! Please consider wearing a mask to keep yourself\, vendors\, and other holiday shoppers safe. \nBe sure to come out for this wonderful event to begin the holiday season and to support the community. \n \n \n \nThe artisan’s marketplace is made possible by the Empire Area Community Center (EACC).\n \n 
URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-artisan-marketplace/
LOCATION:Empire Township Hall
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