BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Empire Chamber - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Empire Chamber X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://empirechamber.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Empire Chamber REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T160000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20181010T135002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T175754Z UID:2235-1633784400-1633795200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Empire Heritage Day DESCRIPTION:The Empire Area Museum Complex celebrates Heritage Day at the museum on Saturday\, October 9\, 2021\, from 1 to 4 PM. It will be a day filled with music\, history\, and entertainment for the whole family! \n\n\n\n Moomers Ice Cream & Popcorn will be available!!!\n\nView the vintage cars\, tractors\, hit and miss engines\, and more that fill the grounds around the museum. There will be old fashion craft and food demonstrations\, making this a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family. Explore the woodworking shop\, blacksmith shop\, turn of the century saloon\, one room school\, fire house and barn filled with horse drawn equipment.\n\nHistoric walking tours of the village\, led by sbd Tours\, will take place during the afternoon. \n\n\n\nThere will be music of all kinds throughout the afternoon. A beautiful hand-crafted quilt by the “Empire Quilters” will be raffled at 3:00PM; tickets are already sold out for the raffle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA repeat feature this year includes the fantastic collection of hand made Faberge type eggs made in Empire in the 1970’s by Helen Witt. A must see! \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Glen Lake Fire Dept. will also be hosting an Open House next door during the afternoon.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring the whole family and help us celebrate our 49th Anniversary! Admission is free and donations are encouraged\, which will benefit the museum. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-heritage-day/ LOCATION:Empire Area Museum Complex\, 11544 LaCore\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210926T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210926T180000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20210920T173240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T173240Z UID:3245-1632672000-1632679200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Empire Emergency Fund Concert: September 26 DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, September 26\, for an outdoor concert at Little Traverse Inn\nfrom 4-6pm. Admission is free; donations will go to support the efforts of the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund.\nMusician Dennis Palmer will perform. Dennis has released 5 albums of original music\, ranging from Acoustic Blues to Contemporary Folk. His eclectic style is both introspective and thought-provoking. Dennis was born and raised near Saginaw\, Michigan\, and now lives in Leelanau County\, where he draws much of the inspiration for his music. \n \nAdmission is free. All free-will offerings and donations will go to support the efforts of the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund to assist members of the community who have fallen on hard times. Administered by the Empire Area Community Center (EACC)\, a 501(c)3 public charity. Sponsored by Buckets of Rain. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-emergency-fund-concert-september-26/ LOCATION:Little Traverse Inn\, 149 E. Harbor Hwy.\, Maple City\, MI\, 49664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200528T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200528T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205205Z UID:3007-1590663600-1590667200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-05-28/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200521T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205202Z UID:3006-1590058800-1590062400@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-05-21/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200514T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200514T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205202Z UID:3005-1589454000-1589457600@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-05-14/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200507T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200507T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205202Z UID:3004-1588849200-1588852800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-05-07/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200430T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200430T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205201Z UID:3003-1588244400-1588248000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-04-30/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200423T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200423T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205201Z UID:3002-1587639600-1587643200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-04-23/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200416T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200416T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205201Z UID:3001-1587034800-1587038400@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-04-16/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200409T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200409T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205201Z UID:3000-1586430000-1586433600@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-04-09/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200402T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200402T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205200Z UID:2999-1585825200-1585828800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-04-02/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200329T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200329T180000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200118T201128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T162859Z UID:2951-1585497600-1585504800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:March Empire Emergency Fund Concert Cancelled DESCRIPTION:The Empire Emergency Fund concert has been cancelled for the month of March\, in an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19.\n  \nAbout the Empire Emergency Fund\nEACC sponsors the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund to financially assist an individual or a family that has fallen upon hard times. This is done on a one-time basis through the payment of a known expense such as a medical\, housing or utility bill. Funds are collected and administered through the Empire Area Community Center\, a Michigan Registered 501(c) 3 Public Charity. \nFunds are raised on a monthly basis at live concerts that are free of charge and open to the public. These free concerts are typically held on the last Sunday of the month from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Caring area musicians and performers donate their time and talent. Varied venues throughout the greater Empire area also donate the space to host these fundraising events to support this locally based Emergency Relief Program. Throughout the performance\, a bucket is passed to collect free-will offerings and donations. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-emergency-fund-concert-3/ LOCATION:Little Traverse Inn\, 149 E. Harbor Hwy.\, Maple City\, MI\, 49664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200326T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205200Z UID:2998-1585220400-1585224000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-03-26/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200319T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205200Z UID:2997-1584615600-1584619200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more-2020-03-19/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200312T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200312T120000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20200311T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T205200Z UID:2994-1584010800-1584014400@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:GLCL: Stories & More DESCRIPTION: A weekly story-hour for preschoolers with stories\, music\, crafts\, and more!\nThese lively sessions\, led by early childhood education specialist Joanne Beare\, feature stories\, music\, crafts\, and other learning activities. Preschoolers\, including toddlers\, along with their caregivers are welcome. No advance registration required. \nWhen: Thursdays at 11 am\nWhere: Glen Lake Community Library in Empire\n*note that during renovations of the GLCL\, their services and events are housed around the corner at 12020 S. Leelanau Hwy at the “Lime-brary” \n  \nThanks to the Friends of Glen Lake Library for their ongoing support of this program! \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glcl-stories-more/ LOCATION:Glen Lake Community Library\, 10115 W Front Street\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T170000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20171127T184019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T190314Z UID:1942-1582963200-1582995600@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Empire Snowmobile Drag Race / Roy Taghon Memorial DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 5th Annual Empire Snowmobile Drag Race / Roy Taghon Memorial featuring a warming tent\, local food\, and fast sleds! The Drag Race takes place annually to honor the memory of Empire native and snowmobile lover\, Roy Taghon. Bring the kids to this family friendly event and experience the thrill of drag racing. \nCheck out our Facebook page for great photos of last year’s event!\n\n\nDETAILS\nEntry Fee: $10 \nLocation: Empire Airport 13264 S Benzonia Trail\, Empire\, MI 49630 \nSCHEDULE\n8:00am Registration / tech opens \n11:00am Racing begins \nCLASSES\n120cc-200cc – $5 – Trophy  \nJunior Class – (600cc max) – $10 – Trophy (ages 12-15) (Single Class) STOCK SLEDS ONLY \nTrail Stock (600cc\, 700cc\, 800cc\, 850cc\, 1000cc) – $25 – Trophy \nImproved Trail (600cc\, 700cc\, 800cc\, 850cc\, 1000cc) – $25 – Trophy \nTrail Stock Turbo – $25 – Trophy (Single Class) \nTrail Improved (Super Stock) Turbo – $25 – Trophy \nPro Stock Turbo – $40 – 50% Payback \nOpen – $40 – 50% Payback \nAll Motor – $40 – 50% Payback \nKing of Trail – $40 – 50% Payback \nAll Motor – $40 – 50% Payback \nOutlaw – $100 – 100% Pay Back \nFor More Information\nContact Soni Aylsworth  |  (231) 499-4930  |  ayls1@hotmail.com \n  \n \nSPONSORS\n    \n  \nEmpire EZ-Mart \nMC Short Stop \nJo Jo & Bucky \nGabe’s Market \nGrumpy’s Market \nInvisible Fence  \nSleeping Bear Motor Sports \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-snowmobile-drag-race-roy-taghon-memorial/ LOCATION:Empire Airport ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://empirechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Snowmobile-Drag-Race-EventHeader-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191221T210000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20171206T202122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T182202Z UID:1972-1576947600-1576962000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Potluck DESCRIPTION:Annual Holiday Potluck\nSaturday\, December 21\nDoors Open: 5pm\nDinner Served: 6pm\nJoin us for our annual holiday potluck at the Empire Town Hall. The main course will be provided\, along with coffee\, hot chocolate and lemonade available. BYOB along with a dish to pass and your own table settings. \nMr. and Mrs. Claus arrive at 7 pm to greet everyone!\nWe’re also accepting non-perishable food items for the Empire Area Food Bank. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/annual-holiday-potluck/ LOCATION:Empire Township Hall END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191130T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191130T173000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20191122T224623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T224623Z UID:2859-1575109800-1575135000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:JoJo & Bucky Storewide Sale DESCRIPTION:20% Off Storewide Holiday Sale\nSaturday\, November 30\nKick off your holiday shopping with a visit to JoJo & Bucky for their holiday sale on Saturday\, November 30. The store will host a 20% off storewide sale from 10:30am-5:30pm. This is the same day as the EACC Holiday Artisan Marketplace\, making it a great day for shopping in Empire! \n \nJoJo & Bucky is a unique art studio located on M-22\, just south of M-72 in Empire. Artists Jim Hilton & Becky Willis bring together their talents under one roof. Hilton\, a pencil artist\, sells cards\, posters and other art prints\, many of which highlight the region. Willis is a jewelry artist who designs and creates one-of-a-kind pieces. \n \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/jojo-bucky-storewide-sale/ LOCATION:JoJo & Bucky\, 11840 South Lacore\, Empire\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191124T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191124T180000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20191014T205803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191117T024148Z UID:2842-1574611200-1574618400@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Empire Emergency Fund Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of music benefitting the Empire Emergency Fund.\nMusician: Freya \nVenue: Joe’s Friendly Tavern \nTime: 4-6pm \nA free-will offering will be collected for the Empire Emergency Fund\n \nAbout the Empire Emergency Fund\nEACC sponsors the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund to financially assist an individual or a family that has fallen upon hard times. This is done on a one time basis through the payment of a known expense such as a medical\, housing or utility bill. Funds are collected and administered through the Empire Area Community Center\, a Michigan Registered 501(c) 3 Public Charity. \nFunds are raised on a monthly basis at live concerts that are free of charge and open to the public. Typically these free concerts are held on the last Sunday of the month from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Caring area musicians and performers donate their time and talent. Varied venues throughout the greater Empire area also donate the space to host these fundraising events to support this locally based Emergency Relief Program. Throughout the performance a bucket is passed to collect free will offerings and donations. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-emergency-fund-concert-2/ LOCATION:Joe’s Friendly Tavern\, 11015 W Front St\, Empire\, MI\, 49630 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20191013T173932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191013T173932Z UID:2815-1573171200-1573430399@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast Wine Weekend Package DESCRIPTION:The Leelanau County Wine Trail was rated the second best wine region in the United States by USA Today in 2019. The Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail consists of 28 wineries throughout the Leelanau peninsula. \nIn celebration of the wonderful wine of the region\, the Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast will host a weekend wine package from November 8th-10th at the inn. This is a great time of year to enjoy the wine trail! Fall color will still be lingering and the temperature is still fairly mild. \n \nThe weekend is $185 per person\, which includes catered meals Friday and Saturday evenings\, along with breakfast each morning. On Saturday\, enjoy a tour of the Leelanau Wine Trail\, with pours & appetizers\, a coach and driver visiting a curated list of the innkeeper’s favorite stops. On Sunday\, you can enjoy the trail on your own and enjoy a third night complimentary of the inn! You can either arrive a day early on Thursday or leave on Monday. \n \nThere is only one room remaining for the weekend\, so call now to secure your spot! Call us at 231.334.6789 to reserve your accommodation & ticket. \n  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glen-arbor-bed-breakfast-wine-weekend-package/ LOCATION:MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://empirechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/unnamed-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191031T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191031T193000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20191013T180228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191013T180253Z UID:2825-1572543000-1572550200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Empire Community Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Empire Community Halloween Party\nHosted by Empire Area Community Center\nJoin us for a fun evening for the whole family at the Empire Township Hall. \nOctober 31\, 2019 | 5:30-7:30pm\nThere will be hot dogs\, apple juice\, donut holes\, kids games and other fun treats! URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/empire-community-halloween-party/ LOCATION:Empire Township Hall END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191019T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191019T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20191013T174333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191013T174333Z UID:2822-1571486400-1571497200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival DESCRIPTION:Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival\nJoin the the community for a fun\, family friendly celebration of fall.  \nSaturday\, October 19th\, 2019 | 12 – 3pm\nHeld outdoors at the Glen Arbor Township Park\, located at the corner of  M-22 & State Street. \nRain Location: Glen Arbor Township Hall \nLike\, Follow & Share the Event on Facebook  \n \nFestivities\n12 – 3pm | Activities & Games\, Pie Eating Contest\, Pumpkin Carving\, Games & Crafts and a Cake Walk. \nMusical entertainment will be performed by Chris Skellenger & Paul Koss. \n12:30pm | Costume Parade ~ open to kids of all ages with prizes awarded for a variety of categories. \nIn addition\, there will be Face Painting offered by The Painted Lady Face Art and carving demonstrations by Lord of the Gourd. Food for purchase provided by Art’s Tavern will include Cider\, Donuts\, Hot Dogs & Chili. \nThe event will wrap up by 3pm. \n6pm | Pumpkins will be put on display and lit at 6pm\, for all to enjoy. \nParticipants may return Saturday evening or early on Sunday to pickup your pumpkin(s). \nOpen to the public. Entry: $5 suggested donation \nEvent on Facebook  URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/glen-arbor-pumpkin-festival/ LOCATION:MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://empirechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Image-Slider_Pumpkin-Fest-in-Glen-Arbor_Sat-Oct-19-2019-01-e1563903469606.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191006T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191006T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T212146Z UID:2728-1570370400-1570374000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Walking Tour of Empire DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of historic Empire and hear about Empire’s past and its people! Empire was a booming lumber town and we will look back at what life was like in its heyday. Tours can also be arranged according to your schedule and are wheelchair friendly.\n$15 p. p.\n\n\nTours can be booked through MyNorth Tickets. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-walking-tour-of-empire-2019-10-06/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T212146Z UID:2733-1569679200-1569682800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Walking Tour of Empire DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of historic Empire and hear about Empire’s past and its people! Empire was a booming lumber town and we will look back at what life was like in its heyday. Tours can also be arranged according to your schedule and are wheelchair friendly.\n$15 p. p.\n\n\nTours can be booked through MyNorth Tickets. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-walking-tour-of-empire-2019-09-28/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T212146Z UID:2732-1569074400-1569078000@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Walking Tour of Empire DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of historic Empire and hear about Empire’s past and its people! Empire was a booming lumber town and we will look back at what life was like in its heyday. Tours can also be arranged according to your schedule and are wheelchair friendly.\n$15 p. p.\n\n\nTours can be booked through MyNorth Tickets. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-walking-tour-of-empire-2019-09-21/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190914T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190914T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T174110Z UID:2731-1568469600-1568473200@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Walking Tour of Empire DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of historic Empire and hear about Empire’s past and its people! Empire was a booming lumber town and we will look back at what life was like in its heyday. Tours can also be arranged according to your schedule and are wheelchair friendly.\n$12.50 p. p.\n\n\nTours can be booked through MyNorth Tickets. URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-walking-tour-of-empire-2019-09-14/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T150000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T174110Z UID:2638-1567260000-1567263600@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Walking Tour of Empire DESCRIPTION:Take a walking tour of historic Empire and hear about Empire’s past and its people! Empire was a booming lumber town and we will look back at what life was like in its heyday. Tours can also be arranged according to your schedule and are wheelchair friendly.\n$12.50 p. p.\n\n\nTours can be booked through www.sbdtoursmichigan.com URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-walking-tour-of-empire-2019-08-31/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T170000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190827T163158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T164211Z UID:2689-1567256400-1567270800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:Tiffany's Cafe Cornhole Tournament DESCRIPTION:Tiffany’s Cafe will host a Labor Day Weekend Cornhole Tournament on Saturday\, August 31 from 1-5pm. The event will take place next to Tiffany’s Cafe. \n \nRegistration takes place at Tiffany’s Cafe before the event. There is a $10 fee per team (of 2)\, and participants must be 12 years or older to register. Registration ends at 9pm on Friday\, August 30. \n\nLimited to 16 teams \nWinning team prize: $120\nRunner-up: $40 URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/tiffanys-cafe-cornhole-tournament/ LOCATION:Tiffany’s Cafe\, 10213 W Front St\, Empire\, 49630\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://empirechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Sleeping-Bear-Dunes-Ice-Cream-Shop-Empire-Michigan-Tiffanys-Cafe-Ice-Cream-003-e1566923494129.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T203000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T173844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T174141Z UID:2626-1567105200-1567110600@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Evening Bicycle Ride DESCRIPTION:Take a leisurely bicycle ride to North Bar Lake and explore the wildlife\, birds and the history along the way. Bring your bike\, camera\, and binoculars and hear about pirates and pioneers! This tour is best suited for adults and takes about 1.5 hours. \n$10.00 p. p.\n\n\n\nTours can be booked through www.sbdtoursmichigan.com URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-evening-bicycle-ride-2019-08-29/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190827T203000 DTSTAMP:20261112T111729 CREATED:20190617T173844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T174140Z UID:2625-1566932400-1566937800@empirechamber.com SUMMARY:sbd Tours: Evening Bicycle Ride DESCRIPTION:Take a leisurely bicycle ride to North Bar Lake and explore the wildlife\, birds and the history along the way. Bring your bike\, camera\, and binoculars and hear about pirates and pioneers! This tour is best suited for adults and takes about 1.5 hours. \n$10.00 p. p.\n\n\n\nTours can be booked through www.sbdtoursmichigan.com URL:https://empirechamber.com/event/sbd-tours-evening-bicycle-ride-2019-08-27/ LOCATION:sbd Tours\, 12014 S. Leelanau Highway\, Empire\, MI\, 49630\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR