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LETTER FROM THE

editor

Welcome to the

50TH ISSUE BAYLIFE MAGAZINE

of

Living the Northern Dream

Behind the scenes look at BayLife Magazine editor Kristy Kurjan’s interview with Tori Craig, Rotary Charities of Traverse City’s Strategic Communications Manager.

It’s the BIG 5-0 baby…. That’s right, this is BayLife Magazine’s 50th issue!

I truly love being a part of this publication and highlighting the local stories that make Northern Michigan unique. A special thanks go out to the advertisers who make it all possible and have been with us from the beginning. And a big THANK YOU to our readers for their support—you rock!

EIGHT YEARS AGO, Tom and Teri Gorsline

had the vision to create a beautiful magazine for the locals of Northern Michigan. Their publication would be based around the intention of “Living the Northern Dream.” To them, that meant celebrating the simple joys of living here, having an appreciation for our region’s beauty, and incorporating lots of local love. It’s more than just a slogan, it’s a lifestyle. Tom and Teri took the first step when they published issue number one of BayLife Magazine in January of 2012. They stuck with it and worked diligently on every magazine that followed.

The issue you are currently reading represents their unrelenting passion for “Living the Northern Dream” and is a milestone for the entire BayLife team.

While writing this issue I had the honor of meeting with the hard-working staff of Rotary Charities of Traverse City. This foundation has a huge story to tell, over the last 43 years, it has had an enormous impact on our community. With so many projects and moving parts, I hope this feature sheds light on how to better understand what the organization is doing to help our region thrive. Turn to page 34 to find out more.

With spring just around the corner, I want to invite you to take a copy of BayLife Magazine along on your travels, wherever that might be. Whether it is hiking Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes or exploring the Great Wall of China, snap a picture holding a BayLife and send it in! To have your image published in a future issue email them to kristy@baylifemagazine.com Can’t wait to see where you take us. Happy 50th BayLife Magazine— Looking forward to the next 50!

Kristy Kurjan, Editor @StylishUpNorth

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MOVER & SHAKER with Lenny Allgaier of Peninsula Pavers

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LOCAL SCOOP

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FAIR, THRIVING & RESILIENT: How Rotary Charities of Traverse City is making an impact on our region and beyond.

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LOCAL DISH

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BEHIND THE DISH

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WICKED GOOD EATS

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CHEERS

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HOME GROWN & LOCAL

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FEELING GOOD

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NORTHERN HERO with Andrew Dzierwa

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STYLE IN THE CITY

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A VIEW FROM ABOVE

by Jim Anderson

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HOME STYLE

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PROJECT HOME with Angela Goodall

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THEN & NOW

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AN EXPERT TOUCH Thoughtful decisions drive Red Ginger’s success

“We’re closed on Sundays because it was important to our employees—and they are important to us.”

Red Ginger has been serving Traverse City for

12 YEARS

All of Pam’s sons have worked at Red Ginger; her youngest son, Jordan, helped develop their signature sushi program.

“This is the real deal.” a Red Ginger customer

The path to success as an entrepreneur is not necessarily straight or simple.

Pam Marsh worked in the banking and insurance industry for many years.

Dan Marsh attended the Culinary Institute of America, and worked in the business in San Francisco before deciding to return to the area to be closer to family. Together, they worked to create a restaurant that would be treasured in Traverse City and beyond.

Twelve years later, it’s a thriving restaurant with a stellar reputation run by an expert team. Pam’s favorite part of the business is the customers. Dan’s response? The creativity of food. The Marshes value their employees, and also appreciate having West Shore Bank on their team. As Pam sees it, “You have to be able to trust your banker. It’s your money, it’s your livelihood, and you need a great relationship to ensure growth and sustainable success.”

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“Moving to West Shore Bank was a no-brainer.”

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One of the things that brought me to this banking career was seeing that I had the ability to help someone reach their dreams and goals. Working with the Marshes is a perfect example of that.

The Marshes are very hardworking, very adept, and bring an entrepreneurial spirit to all they do. West Shore Bank’s community approach allows us to offer solutions that we can stand behind and provide the personal service that Dan and Pam deserve.

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Lauren and Blake Beebe

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MOVERS & SHAKERS LENNY ALLGAIER Peninsula Pavers

Tell us about yourself, and your company Peninsula Pavers. I started my business 27 years ago

after coming up for several weekends. I decided to move up on a whim from Walled Lake. For my love of the water and the company I would start, I began with my truck, shovel and a tent. I opened the phone book and saw a need for Hardscape construction, so I just headed back to the rock pile every day.

The business has continually grown, and I became known as “The Paver Guy.” Every year I think I’ve had the best project and then each year I am pleasantly surprised with new and challenging jobs for myself and my crew.

What inspires your creative designs?

The natural topography of Northern Michigan. I work with the client’s vision and function and use my esthetic and structural knowledge to provide the best outcome.

What is the most rewarding part of your job? I have instant gratification as the

project progresses, the reaction of clients upon completion and I have an incredible crew that I truly enjoy working with daily.

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“THE PAVER GUY”

OWNER | OPERATOR | DESIGNER

Do you have any words of wisdom you live by? Can’t is not in my vocabulary!

What three words could describe you best? Integrity, driven and personable.

Who is your hero? My father Len. He taught

me how to do things the right way, that hard work pays off and work can be fun when you do what you love.

Tell us something that would surprise us about you? I am a good dancer and I practice yoga.

What’s one thing you’ve checked off your bucket list? Getting married to my wife Krista, having children and being a good dad.

Describe your perfect family day?

Waking up on our boat, making breakfast and exploring West Bay. I like anchoring at Power Island with my family and friends.

What would your wife tell us about you?

I wake up happy every day. I am hardworking and can be a little type A and it benefits me in work but can be frustrating for her at times.

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LOCAL

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Zany’s

Sweet 16

Sixteen years ago Kate Mitteer knew the importance of community based resale shops and transformed her vision into Zany Consignment Boutique. Today she owns two stores, an Eastside and Westside location, which carry items from over 6,000 local consigners. Inside you will find a variety of sustainable clothing and goods with a focus on quality. Customers visit in search of unique items and find inspiration in the ever changing selection of colors, fabrics, styles, and sizes available. Mitteer’s strong passion for resale comes from the idea that locally sourced goods help both the community and the planet, giving items a second life, and oftentimes a third and fourth. “There is no better way to recycle in your community. It is good for everybody,” explains Mitteer. “I would like to say thank you to everyone who has supported Zanys throughout the years and a big thank you to my staff.”

Zany Consignment Boutique

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Kate Mitteer, owner Zany Consignment Boutique in Traverse City.

A Cryptic Cool Crib

Biking, Sailing & Summer Fun Ahoy maties, an exciting adventure in biking and sailing awaits this summer! Norte and Traverse Area Community Sailing (TACS) have teamed up to offer a two week full-day summer camp for those going into 3rd-8th grades for the weeks of June 15th-26th and July 20th-31st. Children will have the opportunity to experience biking and the thrill of learning to sail all in one! Here is an example of a typical day at Bike & Sail camp:

If you like MTV’s Cribs, you will want to watch the latest episode of Funeral Cribs which highlights Traverse City’s own Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and features local funeral home director, Lindsey (Jonkhoff) Rogers. Rogers is a sixth generation funeral director and the first female to be featured in the 8 episode series.

Take a tour of the massive 14,000 square foot 127-year-old home with exquisite woodwork, multiple fireplaces, and a rich history. Funeral Cribs is a web series highlighting innovative and interesting funeral businesses around the world. Last August, the Utah based production crew spent two days filming the historic six-generation funeral home located on Sixth Street in Traverse City. “It’s about the small things that can have a big impact- small little details that make the building really cool,” explains Rogers. “We are more than just a funeral home, it’s about being a valuable member of the community.”

• Drop off at Norte Bike Camp at the The Norte Wheelhouse 8:30-9 am

• Bike Camp 9 am–noon

• Lunch at the Wheelhouse 12-12:30 pm

• Guided bike ride to TACS arriving at Boardman Lake at 12:50 pm

• Sailing camp 1-4 pm

• Pick up your child at the Cornwell Sailing Center at Hull Park at 4 pm

• Norte will get bikes back to the The Norte Wheelhouse for an easy start to the next day of Bike Camp!

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Lindsey Jonkoff Rogers of Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.

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LOCAL

DISH

The Real Deal: Boiled & Baked Searching for fresh classic bagels? Look no further than the new Bubbie’s Bagels. These are the real deal folks! Boiled and baked to perfection each morning, owner and chef Sam Brickman knows his way around this circular bread. His traditional baking process is what sets him apart from pretty much every other deli in the area. But who is Bubbie? Well, Bubbie is Yiddish for grandmother.

Sam’s grandmother was not only a great baker and cook but the inspiration behind his passion for culinary excellence. “With my Jewish roots, I found there was no real deli or bagels in the area,” explains Brickman. “I wanted to bring the food of my childhood to Traverse City.” On the menu, you will find classic bagels including plain, everything, sesame, and cinnamon raisin. Also available are seasonal inspired homemade schmears and hot coffee.

Bubbie’s Bagels

1215 East Front Street, Traverse City (in the Campus Plaza) www.bubbiesbagelstc.com

Sam Brickman of Bubbie’s Bagels

Sugar Rush Lollipops, gumdrops, Mackinac Island fudge—oh my! Welcome to Whirligigs Candy, located inside the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa’s Gallery of Shops. The former space of Dylan’s Candy Bar has been reimagined to cater to the ultimate sweet tooth. Inside you will find a playful atmosphere filled with classic sweet treats, chocolates, Moomers ice cream, Michigan-made products, as well as snacks for those less sugar driven. The shop is consistently stocked with seasonal goodies perfect for birthdays, Easter baskets, and stocking stuffers.

Added bonus, locals receive 10% off every day in the Gallery of Shops. So pass the gummy bears and get ready for a sugar buzz.

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BEHIND

Meyer Lemon Shortbread

with Sheila Prochnow

with Sheila Prochnow, Daily Chef at Fustini’s Oils and Vinegars

“It’s a Mediterranean take on shortbread: a perfect balance of rich, crumbly, fruity and lemony. Customers are amazed it’s vegan!”

— Chef Sheila Prochnow

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

• 3¾ C All Purpose Flour

1. Combine flour, powdered sugar, 5 Tbsp demerara sugar, and salt in a bowl.

• 1¹⁄3 C Powdered Sugar • 5 Tbsp Demerara Sugar • 1¼ tsp Kosher Salt • 5 oz Fustini’s Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil • 5 oz Fustini’s Meyer Lemon Olive Oil • Zest of 2 Lemons • 2½ tsp Demerara Sugar

2. Add in both oils and mix until just combined.

3. Pack into a 9x13 false bottom pan and sprinkle with remaining lemon zest and demerara sugar.

4. Bake at 300 degrees for 23 minutes, or until light golden brown.

5. Remove from oven and carefully remove shortbread from pan, using removable bottom.

6. Cut while still warm but do not separate pieces until cooled.

Did you make it?! Send us a picture and/or post it to social media with the tags @BayLifeMagazine #BehindTheDish #BayLifeFoodie

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Slabtown Burgers

Legendary Burgers This bustling burger joint, owned by Jeff Pownall and Toni Dye, has been serving up juicy award-winning hamburgers since April 2009. Slabtown Burgers’ casual neighborhood vibe is one of the countless reasons it is always busy. “People love to be there with fun music going, you can see the kitchen, my staff is great,” says Pownall.

“When you are in there you are happy!” The smell of homemade hand pattied burgers and fresh-cut fries contribute to the many smiles as well, especially when the burgers are “stuffed” with decadent toppings including bacon, cream cheese, and jalapenos. Order one of Toni’s handcrafted milkshakes or opt for a salad for those who are looking for a healthier option and you will not be disappointed. Open year-round, take-out friendly, and closed on Sundays, this family-run burger joint is truly a Traverse City gem. We asked Pownall, what is Slabtown’s secret to success? He answered, “A combo of fresh, fast, real (never frozen), a little bit of love!”

Slabtown Burgers

826 West Front Street, Traverse City www.slabtownburgers.com

Jeff Pownall and Toni Dye, owners of Slabtown Burgers in Traverse City.

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An Interview with Tom Knighton of Blustone Vineyards

CHEERS with Tom Knighton of Blustone Vineyards

Where do you live? We have had a home in Leland for 20 years. We’re originally from Chicago where we still maintain a townhome. During winter months we base out of Chicago in order to stay connected with family and friends. During the growing season through harvest and Toast the Season, we’re in residence in Leland and remain hands-on at the winery.

Can you tell me about your passion for wine? In our travels, for both work and pleasure, we have spent time in some of the great wine regions of the world and became fascinated with not just wine itself but the experience of wine. We’re passionate about putting great wine, great food and great people together.

What is your vision for Blustone Vineyards? It is to make wines that are respected nationally and provide an experience that builds a lasting relationship with our product, our people and our place. Our vision and our brand drive everything we do from the design of our building to the people we hire to the relationships we have with members of the BlustoneClub. We’re very intentional about our guest experience.

What is your winemaking philosophy? To be as hands-off as possible and let the wine speak for itself. We are fanatical about quality and invest in the finest barrels and wine-making practices we have available to us. We’re committed to making the next year the best one yet. We love to connect our wine to the place where it’s grown... to explain to people that the earthiness they’re experiencing in our Pinot Noir comes from the granite and limestone that the vines grow in.

A Toast to

BLUSTONE Blustone Vineyards

780 N. Sylt Road, Lake Leelanau www.blustonevineyards.com

Why Northern Michigan? We believe that the Leelanau Peninsula is one of the great emerging wine-making regions in the world and are proud to make our wine here.

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HOME GROWN & LOCAL Roaster Jack Coffee

“I’m just looking to make people happy with good coffee.”

— Jack Davis 28

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HOME GROWN & Local with Roaster Jack Coffee 867 East Silver Lake Road South Traverse City www.roasterjack.com

JACK DAVIS is a Traverse City native, who ventured out to Montana for college.

There, his roommate was the son of a coffee roaster. Jack was captivated by the agriculture, rich robust beans, and the pursuit for the perfect cup of java. In 1999 he returned to Traverse City, with his new wife, Sarah, and a plan for caffeine domination.

With humble beginnings in his garage, Jack’s beans have evolved over the last 21 years. We visited the Roaster Jack Coffee distribution/production warehouse on East Silver Lake Road and caught up with him.

Where are you now?

“Still loving what I am doing! We invested in a huge new roaster two years ago, it has made the product better.

We roast two distinct brands of coffee.

Roaster Jack is our high end, it can be found locally at Burritt’s and Oryana.

Our Truck Stop Organics is the everyday grocery brand. It’s sold in seven states all over the Midwest in over 250 stores. That brand is my retirement!”

What is your mantra?

“Our basic rule still stands, coffee can always be better. The coffee industry is agriculture and seasons, just like cherries and grapes here.”

What is the secret to a perfect cup of coffee?

“The best tip I can give you, is invest in a small scale. It gives you a way to brew by mass, instead of by scoop. It is a consistent recipe, easy and can be made by anyone. We basically just have followed what bakers have been doing for decades.”

What is your favorite coffee?

“I am a light roast fan, I love light roast espresso. But, the best coffee is the one that makes you happy!”

This is a family business?

“Yes, our three kids ages, 16, 12 and 10 all know they are going to learn how to pour coffee, and service the machines. There is also no hesitation to help here with odd jobs, when they need a boost to their piggy banks.”

What’s next?

“With Roaster Jack Coffee I’m focused on supporting local. We do a lot of custom labeling and small batches. With Truck Stop Organics, we just updated the North America map on the back of the packaging. Bring it on, more states, more stores.”

Any last words?

“I’m just looking to make people happy, with good coffee!”

FEELING

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GOOD

Get your GREEN on!

NORTHERN

HERO

Alice Prusick, volunteer at The Father Fred Foundation, and a BayLife Magazine Northern Hero.

A Worthy Cause ‘Northern Hero’ focuses on highlighting inspiring individuals in our community. We seek to find people who give back to the community in selfless ways. Alice Prusick has been volunteering her time at The Father Fred Foundation for over five years. Alice does a little bit of everything at the Foundation. She stacks shelves in the food pantry at least twice a week, in addition to devoting time at larger events like the Frostbite Food Drive and the annual Father Fred Garage Sale held each May. Alice knew Father Fred personally, and had always been inclined to volunteer at the Foundation. When her husband passed away, she knew it was time to get involved. Alice developed an immediate attachment to the mission that the Foundation embodies, and the people within the organization that make it so special. She acknowledges a few important facts about the Father Fred Foundation that she believes the public should know. Along with its food pantry, the Foundation stocks clothing and household goods that are accessible to those in need. Although commonly misconceived as a denominational organization, the Foundation believes strongly in helping people from all walks of life. Alice is hopeful that younger generations also feel inclined to community service, as the Foundation is always looking for volunteers. “It’s a great and rewarding place to work,” she said. If interested in volunteering at The Father Fred Foundation, contact Sue Bauer at (231) 947-2055.

Andrew Dzierwa was born and raised in Traverse City and is passionate about promoting the people and culture within his hometown. Andrew works full-time at Hagerty, and enjoys fishing and playing the piano in his free time. To nominate an individual for this column email: editor@baylifenorth.com

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Put on your lucky socks and shamrock gear for the 10th annual Fifth Third Bank Leapin’ Leprechaun 5K foot race on Saturday, March 14th at 9 am in Traverse City’s Warehouse District at the Workshop Brewing. Join the masses of green clad runners who will be trekking 3.1 miles with proceeds going to the Munson Healthcare Foundation in support of its new Family Birth and Children’s Center that will serve all of Northern Michigan. After the run, stick around for a Post Race Party at Workshop Brewing Company complete with a complimentary beverage waiting at the end! There are medals for top finishers, prizes for best Irish costume, and each racer receives a commemorative t-shirt. Sport your green and go for a run!

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FAIR, THRIVING

& Resilient

HOW ROTARY CHARITIES OF TRAVERSE CITY IS MAKING AN IMPACT ON OUR REGION AND BEYOND

By Kristy Kurjan | Images provided by Rotary Charities of Traverse City

Could you imagine a Traverse City without the City Opera House or The State Theatre? Without Rotary Charities of Traverse City’s over $63 million dollars in investments in our region since 1977, it might not be here. That’s a lot of impact! The public foundation has been at the table for major community initiatives, including The Grand Vision, and the funding collaborative that made Traverse City’s Clinch Park possible. It has supported community asset building by making major investments in the community, including cornerstones of downtown Traverse City such as the Park Place Hotel, the State Theatre, the Great Lakes Children’s Museum, and the City Opera House. There is much more in store for 2020 and beyond…

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Our community is a better place because of Rotary Charities, but many people don’t know much about its purpose. Rotary Charities of Traverse City serves the five-county Grand Traverse region, which includes Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Kalkaska, and Antrim counties. It is a public foundation that gives funding, facilitates connections and provides learning opportunities. Its vision is to contribute to “a region that is fair, thriving and resilient,” rising above complex problems to create a better community for everyone. In short, it is truly putting its assets to work for community change.

Working alongside changemakers for 43 years has shaped its perspective on how to make a positive impact. According to Executive Director Becky Ewing, community partners are its best teachers. “What I love most about working at Rotary Charities is the view from here: we are working with some of the most impactful and purpose-driven organizations in our region. Watching what they do, how they do it, is a gift,” says Becky.

If you have confused Rotary Charities with our local Rotary Club, you aren’t alone. Though they share a common history, the two organizations operate independently. The Traverse City Noon Rotary Club founded Rotary Charities as a public foundation in 1977 to distribute oil and gas revenues to community causes. Rotary Clubs bring citizens together all over the world to do good. Our local Rotary Clubs host volunteer days, raise awareness about community issues and give grants from money raised by citizens.

Noon Rotary Club members serve on the Rotary Charities board, and Rotary values like fairness and goodwill shape their decisions.

“One of Rotary’s core values across the world is the belief in the common good. That inspires me to come to work every day,” says Freya Bradford, Director of Systems Change. She has worked with Rotary Charities for over a decade.

COMMUNITY REACH IS DIVERSE Rotary Charities makes investments in the places we gather, create, and live - and the safe routes that connect them.

1 Northern Michigan’s Downtown Investments From Beulah to Frankfort to Traverse City, Rotary Charities invests in the community spaces that shape our regional identity and bolster local economies.

Rotary Charities contributed to Betsie Valley Trail, which starts in downtown Beulah.

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Affordable Housing Rotary Charities has invested over $1.6 million in the housing system, prioritizing initiatives that build momentum toward housing for all. One example is grants to Habitats for Humanity.

3 Mobility Rotary Charities has invested over $1 million in the construction of trails that connect people on foot, bike, ski or boat to our abundant nature and northern Michigan towns. For example, Norte and The City of Traverse City are working with the three major school districts to empower students to get active outside and reduce carline congestion, using Safe Routes to School infrastructure. Rotary Charities of Traverse City contributed a $130,000 grant to the effort in 2019.

Stewardship Rotary Charities has invested in affiliate organization Rotary Camps & Services to incubate organizations. Camp GO-REC gets people outside and teaches them how to thrive there. Its outdoor classroom is open to the public and includes nearly 500 wooded lakeside acres managed for wildlife habitat, with over five miles of hiking and biking trails.

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5 Arts & Culture Rotary Charities has invested over $6 million in arts and culture, supporting the programs, venues, and infrastructure that cultivate artists and shape our culture. One example of this is Parallel 45, which kicked off its first summer season with a production of Hair at the new Grand Traverse County Civic Center Amphitheater. The amphitheater was built with the help of a $50,000 grant from Rotary Charities.

Another example of stewardship by affiliate organization Rotary Camps & Services is Discovery Center. These partners provide a mix of education, advocacy, recreation, history and science in service of a thriving Great Lakes ecosystem. The Discovery Pier is a public destination designed to connect people of all ages and abilities to Grand Traverse Bay.

“It’s hard work to make community change that is lasting and inclusive.

And we can do hard things, but we can’t do them alone. It’s going to take all of us, working better together. We are more together than we are alone.”

Becky Ewing, Executive Director of Rotary Charities of Traverse City

HISTORY OF ROTARY CHARITIES OF TRAVERSE CITY In 1923, the Traverse City Noon Rotary Club purchased land now called Greilick Outdoor Recreation & Education Center.

Its vision was to preserve land for youth to experience nature and “practice woodlore.” The camp was named after Clarence Greilick, who was the club president and a preservation advocate. In 1976, oil was discovered on the land. True to the Rotary value of “Service Above Self,” the club established a public foundation, Rotary Charities of Traverse City, to distribute oil and gas revenue to community causes. Rotarian Al Arnold negotiated an exceptional 40% royalty fee that has guaranteed high returns.

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GRANTS IN ACTION

Past Grants

Want to impact a community?

Award grants! Rotary Charities of Traverse City’s grant program funds initiatives that strive for positive community change.

They award grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, schools and units of government. As its strategy has shifted to address complex community problems, new kinds of grants are offered.

“As a board, we realized we needed to do something different. We didn’t want to continue to treat the symptoms of community problems - we wanted to go upstream to address these issues at their root,” says Board Chair Jeff Smith.

Ewing says their grantmaking program now reflects the change they hope to see. “We are always improving our grantmaking program, trying to be more transparent, consistent and clear in what we are looking for.”

Rotary Charities Seed Grants support the

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convening, planning and capacity building that make big projects possible. These activities lay the foundation for success but can be difficult to find funding for. In 2019 Rotary Charities granted a Seed Grant of $10,000 to the TC Downtown Development Authority to engage the public in community conversations to help determine the future of the Boardman River.

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Assets for Thriving Communities Grant funds community assets that are designed to give every community a fair shot to thrive. The organization funds projects like access to art, libraries, nature, affordable housing, and healthy food. One example is 2019 Rotary Charities grants of $60,000 each to Generations Ahead and Peace Ranch in support of their programs designed to meet the needs of marginalized populations.

Rotary Charities grant recipient, Peace Ranch provides experiential equine therapy to at-risk youth and veterans who don’t respond to traditional techniques.

Generations Ahead is a Rotary Charities grant partner that helps pregnant and parenting teens navigate the complex social services necessary to raise healthy children.

Systems Change Accelerator Grant supports collaborative initiatives that target the root causes of complex community problems.

Grantee partners are tackling issues including farmland preservation and child sexual abuse. In 2019 Rotary Charities granted $140,000 to a partnership called the Great Lakes Naturalist Initiative.

Nonprofits Cerulean Center, Inland Seas, and Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy teamed up with citizen scientists to track invasive species in Lake Michigan. The data they are collecting could help scientists detect non-native species before they endanger the Great Lakes ecosystem.

Rotary Charities of Traverse City’s Changemaker Fellowship, launched in 2018, supports

community members who are striving to learn new skills and share them with the community. The goal of the fellowship is to inspire breakthroughs in what our community thinks is possible. One of 2019’s Changemaker Fellowship recipients was Seth Bernard, of Title Track. He learned alongside nonprofits in racial justice and healing seminars. He then took those skills and applied them to lead collaborative songwriting for liberation workshops with community groups.

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IN HOME CARE

IMPACT INVESTING Some projects aren’t a good fit for grantmaking and would benefit from a loan.

Unfortunately, low-interest loans are hard to find. Rotary Charities makes capital more attainable with its “Impact Investing” program. It pulled $1.5 million out of its endowment and invested it in community development financial institutions that put it to work on local projects, including low-interest loans. Early childhood education, affordable housing developments, and small local businesses have benefited from their investments with partners Venture North, IFF, and Michigan Community Capital. A 2019 beneficiary of Rotary Charities Impact Investing program, Dann’s House, is a local nonprofit that provides housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness and alcohol use disorder. With the help of a loan from Rotary Charities partner IFF, Dann’s House was able to purchase a property and double their occupancy for those in need.

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BEYOND FUNDING: LEARNING MAKES AN IMPACT Most professions encourage workers to pursue

continuing education to maintain a strong foundation and keep up with current trends. The nonprofit sector is no different. Rotary Charities has complemented their grantmaking with capacity building for 15 years.

They find that grant dollars are maximized when they are received by organizations made up of engaged leaders with connections to their community. To that end, learning experiences are open to changemakers from all sectors: business and government professionals join nonprofits and leaders from the sovereign nation of Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

The foundation’s guiding principles are rooted in the Rotary belief in the common good.

“We know that we’re just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to building a fair, thriving and resilient region.

We’re stewards of money that has been set aside for the greater good,” says Colleen Masterson-Bzdok, Director of Capacity Building and Operations. “But we don’t just invest financially in great ideas - we also care about and connect the people working hard to create positive change in our community.”

Their learning experiences cover topics including leadership and interpersonal skills, working toward systems change, engaging and including frontline communities, and the time management required to make it all happen. They also offer leadership coaching and cohorts. Ultimately, they help changemakers strengthen their capacity to work better together for the good of the community.

“What Rotary has come to is beyond the 101 stuff to doing deeper dives into strengthening individual leaders in a way that is beyond educational and pointed toward the transformational,” says Amanda Kik, CoExecutive Director of Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology.

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Rotary Charities often hosts thought leaders from the nonprofit world to spark conversation in our area. Most recently they brought Bridgeway Partners in for a twoday seminar on Systems Thinking for Social Change.

Rotary Charities of Traverse City is supporting strong female

leadership in our community with an all-women staff. “I’m grateful for the mentorship of successful women who put the community first,” says Tori Craig, Strategic Communications Manager at Rotary Charities of Traverse City. “We support each other to challenge traditional ways of working that no longer serve the greater good and to imagine new possibilities. And we are guided by our cross-sector board, who bring expertise from business, government, healthcare and community work to shape decisions.”

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Romance IN DESIGN ...because we all dream of living a life where time stands still and we capture a moment to ourselves.

We all dream of living a life where time stands still and we capture a moment to ourselves. What better way to do this by designing your very own romantic space. The rooms that are generally requested to have a more feminine style are the master bedroom and bathroom. Ideally, we want to design these locations for relaxation and the ability to recharge. To create that romantic feel, master baths are often soft in color and shape with freestanding tubs and large showers. What is better than a Sunday afternoon bubble bath, glass of wine in hand? Be sure to add a small table for that book or magazine you have been meaning to read all week. When it comes to the shower, adding steam with aromatherapy and space for your partner to join can be the perfect recipe for a Saturday date night. Who says you have to leave the house?! Update the style to an existing bathroom by adding a little bling in the cabinet hardware, lighting fixtures or vanity mirrors.

In the bedroom, a good night’s sleep cannot be underestimated.

Make sure to purchase a good mattress! Designers are incorporating luxurious amenities to master bedrooms to assist in a relaxing, wind down experience. Fireplaces, chandeliers, and focused outdoor views are all part of creating this feeling. Invest in high quality bedding and strategic wall colors to help calm the body and mind. Utilizing soft materials like down and silk will allow you to immediately settle in. Installing a fabric headboard adds texture and allows for a comfortable reading position.

Have some fun dreaming of a relaxing life and start to design your ideal romantic space. So when the opportunity arrives, you will be ready to enjoy the serenity, even if it is just for an afternoon.

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INDUSTRIAL

C O A S TA L Warm & Welcoming Written by Brittany Darga | Photography by Tom Gorsline

“Industrial Coastal” is a concept owners Erica and Brian Mohr envisioned together for their Northern Michigan home. They took inspiration from their gorgeous views of West Bay and incorporated elements of steel into the interior- all while maintaining a warm, welcoming feeling throughout the home.

When Brian, owner of Calybr Homes, LLC building company, and Erica Mohr, a realtor with a passion for design, built their dream house two years ago they knew what they wanted. They desired something unique, yet inviting. A space that was polished, yet not too formal – a place where family dinners and movie nights are plentiful.

“We want family, friends, and our neighbors to know they’re welcome here. To know that if they make a mess, or don’t take their shoes off, it’s not a big deal,” Erica says.

The first two elements that are likely to capture guest’s eyes as are the intricate steelwork paired with the driftwood-like floors – both of which pull in the theme “Industrial Coastal.”

The custom black steel elements are worked in throughout the whole house and were created

by Terry Walters at Ace Welding & Machine.

As you enter the front door,

immediately to the right is Erica’s home office which is cased in an impressive wall of glass and steel. It allows for privacy, yet lets light pour in. Walking straight down the hall leads to a magnificent formal dining room, which features navy blue shiplap walls and West Bay views.

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Unique to the home, a double-sided white brick, wood-burning fireplace divides the kitchen from the living room. Custom steel wood boxes to store wood and a custom steel mantle, again from Ace Welding, help to showcase the industrial edge. The living area has a couch and two chairs that face the television and a white shiplap wall behind it. A rope chandelier hangs from the ceiling, giving a nod to the coastal theme. Enormous picture windows line the walls in the living area, kitchen and porch to highlight a gorgeous view of West Bay.

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The kitchen is the anchor of Erica and Brian’s home. It was designed to be spacious, bright, and aweinspiring because, for them, the kitchen is where they spend a large portion of their time. “Brian does all the cooking, our kids do their homework, and we entertain a lot – all in the kitchen,” Erica explains.

Beautiful double islands are what sets this kitchen apart from others.

One island is for preparing meals, and the other is used as the dining area, family game nights, or homework space. The countertops and backsplash are made of white quartz and large, deep pull out custom drawers that have a weathered driftwood look are used to store dishes. A custom black steel hood sits above the Wolf stove. Enter the pantry through a stylized worn wooden swinging door from Wood + Cloth that is on butler hinges and find a second oven and sink.

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Shiplap walls

bring texture and depth to the master bedroom which sits on the far side of the house. The worn wooden doors found in the kitchen are also seen here on the linen closet. In the master bathroom, a glamorous free-standing tub is framed by marble, herringbone tile, and a unique chandelier.

The shower and water closet are concealed behind frosted glass doors. His and her vanities with marble countertops and black steel accents complete the room.

“I love having components that tie it all together,” Erica says. “Whether it’s the same color scheme throughout the home, or the same styles of faucets, trim, doors… you name it.”

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“Our living room is where we enjoy most of our family time. This is where we end our chaotic days, quietly sitting with each other as a family,” says Erica. “We typically will build a fire and enjoy the coziness.”

A convenient laundry room and a side entrance with four cubby areas for coats, shoes, and backpacks keep the family organized.

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The stylized powder room is truly Pinterest worthy! Brass Schluter is inlaid in the tile to replace grout and runs the entire length of the walls.

An inviting three-season room is inviting with an outdoor

grill, sitting area, wood-burning fireplace, and television. The room has Eze-Breeze vinyl windows, so the windows can be closed if it rains in the summer, and also during the winter to keep the snow off the furniture. “The kitchen with the porch next to it is my favorite area of the house,” Erica says. “It expands the entertaining area, feels warm and welcoming, and is just fun to be in. There is nothing better than building a roaring fire on a chilly fall night.”

A stunning steel staircase runs through the middle of the home. As visitors walk down the staircase, it is hard to miss the impressive, colorful artwork on the wall. By local artist Jean Larson, the large piece captures two shipping vessels in Iceland.

“I knew when I saw these photographs of coastal vessels framed in steel industrial frames, that I had to have them. These were the pieces that pulled it all together.” Erica said. “This is what gave me the confidence that industrial coastal was a thing.”

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Follow the black steel railing up the stairs and guests can tell right away that

this is “kid zone” for the family’s two children, Dillyn, 12, and Brady, 11. There’s a loft area used for doing homework, crafts, computer work, or playing video games, and down the hall are two bedrooms with their own added flair. Dillyn wanted her room painted teal, so the compromise was to paint her ceiling teal as the accent. A bohemian chandelier lends itself well to a pre-teen. Brady’s ski themed room comes complete with a stencil chairlift on the wall, and tow rope light in the bathroom. The first aid medicine cabinet also adds something unique.

As a builder, Brian’s office is located in a separate area of the home on the second level. The spacious office has a view of the bay, a cement tile bathroom with a navy blue vanity with marble waterfall edges, and a blue porcelain garden stool as the “bench” in the shower. Brian welcomes his clients into his home to showcase his work and the crafts people that he partners with.

“Instead of doing the typical built-in shower bench, the garden stool is practical but adds a pop of color while just doing it a little different,” Erica said.

Continuing down the steel staircase leads guests to a finished basement. There you will find the guest bedroom en-suite, the family room which is perfect for watching movies, a wet bar entertaining area, a powder room complete with a urinal, and an exercise room that mimics the steel and glass wall found upstairs.

The basement walks out onto a patio area that opens up to the large backyard.

The family has grown to love not only the home itself but the location. The proximity to the TART Trail and the fact that its mere minutes from anything in Traverse City makes it a very desirable place to be. “I love the house we’ve built,” Erica says. “It just feels good.”

243 E. FRONT STREET

DOWNTOWN TRAVERSE CITY: 243 E. FRONT STREET

THEN J.C. Penney Co. building was built in 1926 and designed by Chicago architectural company — Foltz & Co. Photo courtesy of Traverse Area District Library

NOW Horizon Books, a popular downtown business, opened in 1961 and made extensive modifications to the exterior of the building. After 60 years in business the book store announced it will close.

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REGISTRATION FOR THE 2020 SAILING SEASON IS NOW OPEN

The Confidence to Laugh Out Loud Northern Michigan’s most experienced stone artisans.

In-house design, fabrication and service.

Introducing the all-new 2015 Subaru Outback. At 33 mpg,* it’s the most fuel-efficient midsize crossover in America.† Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with X-MODE™ provides go-anywhere

Invisalign and custom orthodontics for maximum esthetics and function.

traction and stability. Being named a 2014 IIHS Top Safety Pick provides peace of mind. All to better help you explore the season. Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Building a Better Web

Installation photo galleries at www.stratusmarble.com

Outback. Well-equipped at $24,895** ®

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1747 S. Garfield • Traverse City, MI 49686 Subaru and Outback are registered trademarks. *EPA-estimated hwy fuel economy for 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i models. Actual mileage may vary. (231) Based947-9000 on EPA-estimated hwy fuel economy for 2015 • www.cherrycapitalsubaru.com †

model vehicles within the IHS Automotive, Polk Non-Luxury Midsize CUV segment. **MSRP excludes destination and delivery charges, tax, title, and registration fees. Retailer sets actual price. 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited pictured has an MSRP of $29,995. Vehicle shown with available accessories.

231.929.2848 444 Cass Street #203A Specialist in Orthodontics for Children and Adults Traverse City, MI 49684

1760 Northern Star Drive, Traverse City

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Introducing the all-new 2013 XV Crosstrek. It’s a natural choice for any direction you’re BLN 2014 NovDec Cover.indd 2

headed. As the most fuel-efficient All-Wheel Drive crossover in America* with 33 MPG†

and a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle built in a zero-landfill plant, it’ll take you more places, more responsibly than ever. Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

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Traverse City: 231-929-3200 Charlevoix: 231-237-0955

XV Crosstrek.™ Learn more at subaru.com 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek models are certified as Partial Zero Emission Vehicles (PZEV). PZEV emissions warranty applies to only certain states. See dealer for complete information on emissions and new car limited warranties. *Based on JD Power crossover segmentation and US EPA fueleconomy.gov. †EPA-estimated hwy fuel economy for 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek CVT models.

Actual mileage may vary.

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The 2020 Cadillac CT5 Luxury Sedan

UNRIVALED DRIVING PLEASURE 1747 S. Garfield Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 ┃ 1-800-250-6881 ┃ 231-947-9000┃ SerraCadillacofTraverseCity.com MARCH/APRIL 2017 BAY LIFE NORTH

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Mission Point Lighthouse

by Brad Reed

A beautiful February morning at one of my favorite lighthouses in Michigan, Mission Point. With all the deep snow, I worked hard to find a pleasing foreground in my image to showcase the grandness and simplicity of the scene. Nikon D600. F11 at 1/200, ISO 800. 24-70mm lens at 40mm. On a tripod without a flash. www.toddandbradreed.com

New kids on the block.

Meet the first-ever Buick Encore GX. A stylish, intelligent, nimble five-person SUV innovated, engineered and crafted to fit the way your life moves.

Now available at

Bill Marsh Buick/GMC 1621 S. Garfield Ave

Traverse City, MI

Need more room?

We’re Michigan’s largest Hyundai Palisade dealer.

An all-new premium SUV with seating for up to eight, now including 3 year / 36,000 mile Complimetary Maintenance.

Now available at

Bill Marsh Hyundai 1661 S. Garfield Ave

Traverse City, MI

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