OURSTORY
A special section showcasing local businesses with stories provided by businesses in Leelanau County
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Korner Gem is the result of one man following his passion
One of northern Michigan’s favorite pastimes for locals and visitors alike, is beach combing for the many varieties of Michigan stones. Kevin Gauthier the owner of Korner Gem has been combing Michigan beaches for over thirty years collecting, cutting and polishing northern Michigan treasures. His first new car was purchased with some of the money that came from peddling polished Petoskey stones to local tourist shops. A degree from Michigan State University landed him a job in Chicago working for the Monsanto Company, but after work, at a small desk in his apartment the passion for jewelry and gems only grew. Gauthier knew he had a deep love for the quality of life in Northern Michigan where his family was. Although financially rewarding, the thought of climbing the corporate ladder with a “dog eat dog” mentality seemed less appealing for a life-
long career. Turning down a promotion, he left the corporate world to start a new business venture where the rewards would be unlimited. On folding card tables in what was then the Cherryland Mall, he began to build a trusted retail jewelry and repair shop. Kevin began to display and sell a lifelong collection of gems and crystals combining a jewelry store and rock shop. He discovered that it was more rewarding to see the smile on a customer’s face when picking up a new diamond ring than the next paycheck. Kevin’s innate compassion for people makes providing exceptional customer service as natural as breathing. After fourteen years in business, Korner Gem now has a team of seven people who design the most innovative and creative jewelry from beach stones. Lisa Vanderploeg, a jeweler with an eye for balance was one of the first to join the team and contributed to the customer service and friendly atmosphere. Coming from Yanke Design, in Franklin, Michigan, she has added innovative ideas and designs for over ten years. Michael Brigham who joined the team from Jareds, has multi-talents including, design, repair, stone cutting, and is an accomplished stone setter. Brenda Stricker has an eye for colorful combinations of beach stone beads, creating a unique line of Mich-
igan jewelry. Sales associates and background workers include John & Ruth Gauthier (parents) and Joann Haut. The Beach Comber© designed in 2004 is a carved stone flip flop with the top part cast in sterling silver. The most recent addition is the PURE MICHIGAN COLLECTION which encompasses eighteen varieties of Michigan rocks into jewelry such as: sail boats, light houses, turtles, shells, acorns, peace signs, and much more. Kevin has co-authored three Rock Picker’s guide books: Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Huron with photos and a trip outline of rock types around each lake. Korner Gem also provides many other services including custom jewelry design, engagement rings, remounts, diamond sales, buyer of gold and silver, watch battery replacement, education on local rocks, tumblers and more. Their 1200 square foot retail show room displays exotic minerals and crystals from all over the world. It is truly a hidden treasure for you to discover right here in Northern Michigan. Korner Gem is located on the southern edge of Leelanau County, just off M-22 behind Subway in Greilickville.
Korner Gem Established 1997
Owner Kevin Gauthier
Key Employees Lisa Vanderploeg – Jewelry Designer Michael Brigham – Stone Setter Brenda Stricker – Jewelry Designer John & Ruth Gauthier Joann Haut • Steve Neszbite Located Behind Subway in Greilickville 13031 S. Fisherman’s Cove Traverse City MI 49684 231-929-9175 www.KornerGem.com
QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP inside and out.
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Here are the reasons you will want Seeco on your next project! Name of Business: Seeco Contracting, Seeco Home and Cottage Services. Year Established: Started by Bob’s father over 40 years ago, passed down and incorporated in 1987. Owners: Robert Evatt and Michael Scott. Together Bob and Michael have over 77 years experience in the construction industry. Services: Seeco handles all phases of residential and commercial construction (new construction, remodeling, repairs, and maintenance). Seeco’s Home and Cottage Services provides clientele assistance with anything around the home or cottage, from handyman work to seasonal chores and everything in-between. Key Employees: Seeco has a knowledgeable staff of 9 employees who treat every client like family. Division of Seeco Contracting Corporation
Business Philosophy: We know that honesty, integrity, good service and attention to detail are important. We treat all clientele as friends. Customers appreciate the fact that Seeco employees treat a client’s home like it’s their own. Our courteous and professional nature are just a few of the reasons clients love having us in their home. Quality of Service: It’s all about going the extra mile and standing behind the work we do for every project large or small. For example: 20 years after building a home the owner was ready to sell, but due to wind damage some of the siding had blown off their home. We know that clients expect siding to last a lifetime and though we can’t control Mother Nature we repaired the client’s siding at no cost. Contact Information: Seeco Contracting: 231-271-4333, Seeco Home and Cottage Service: 231-271-6626. You can also visit us online via our website seecocontracting.com or email bob@seecocontracting.com.
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A Taste of Florence, Italy Coming to L ake Leel anau Dr. Jane Fortune and Dr. Robert R. Hesse, summer residents of Leland will be bringing a taste of Florence to Lake Leelanau this summer. They spend a great deal of time each year at their home in Florence, Italy and they so enjoy Florentinian food that they thought it would be wonderful to open a Florentinian restaurant right here in Leelanau County. They teamed up with friends, Powell and Nell Smith, and searched the area for a suitable place. When they once again returned to the old Key to the County building in Lake Leelanau and decided it was the right place to carry out their vision. They purchased the building during the fall of 2011 at which time they also hired an executive chef, Paul Carlson. Carlson formerly owned Saveur Thyme and operated the Hearth and Vine cafe located on the grounds of Black Star Farms. Paul Carlson’s cafe focused on simple, locally sourced food and was well-known for his gourmet pizzas made from scratch and baked in a wood-fired oven. The new restaurant, owned by Jane and Bob, will be called Bella Fortuna North. Bella Fortuna, which translates to “beautiful fortune”, the name of their wine and a play on Jane’s name, or “good luck” in Italian, will open June 29th, 2012, and will feature food from the Tuscan region, specifically Florence. Jane and Bob have a small vineyard outside Florence, which produces a pure sangiovese wine and a vineyard in Leland, which produces an Italian Pinot Grigio, both which will be offered at their restaurant. The restaurant will feature a beautiful outdoor dining terrace, a trattoria and full bar, as well as lovely dining rooms, one of which will be reserved for special occasions. The owners plan to have several well-known chefs from Florence visit the restaurant and work with Chef Carlson to provide
Leelanau Powerhouse Tavern, established in 1898, and many people who have dined here in the past will be pleased to hear this. Back then, the building was small and square with a false front. Much work has been done to the building in the past 114 years, and it is currently going through it’s most spectacular transformation yet. The restaurant is slated to open this summer and will provide premium casual dining. Bella Fortuna North will hire approximately 25 employees, so it will be a boon to the local economy. We are very excited that Bella Fortuna North is joining the ranks of other new businesses in Lake Leelanau, and will help to make this town more than just a town to pass through on the way to Leland, Glen Arbor, Northport, Omena and Suttons Bay.
BELLA FORTUNA NORTH JANE FORTUNE & ROBERT HESSE at the Academia in Florence, Italy. cooking demonstrations, lectures and special dinners. They are also planning to offer special events that focus on Italian, specifically Florentinian, culture. The restaurant will feature a wood-fired oven. The bar is the original mahogany bar from the Lake
Below is artist Nell Smith’s rendition of what Bella Fortuna North will look like this summer. Nell has been a key player in the design aspects of the restaurant.
info@bellafortunanorth.com www.bellafortunanorth.com
231-994-2400 Owners: Jane Fortune and Robert Hesse General Manager: Powell (Smitty) Smith Executive Chef: Paul Carlson Design and Marketing: Nell Smith and Susan Carlson
P.O. BOX 151 104 W. MAIN STREET LAKE LEELANAU, MI 49653
A Florentine Restaurant
Featuring a premium casual dining room, bar, trattoria, outdoor dining terrace and private dining room.
231-994-2400
info@bellafortunanorth.com
www.bellafortunanorth.com
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Sit back, sip your tea, and enjoy the wonder of every created thing Angela Macke began producing teas on a commercial level in 2004. At that time, Angela’s background as an RN, Advanced Master Gardener, and wellness educator combined with her passion for growing and preserving fine culinary herbs, flowers, fruits, etc., and then combining them to create loose leaf teas was the spark that began the commercial production of Light of Day Organic Teas. Products were either grown on her large rural property where her home is located, or procured from local growers and suppliers to formulate her fine teas and tisanes. After a year of renting kitchen space, a commercial kitchen was built in the basement of her home. The popularity of Angela’s products has increased over the years due to the superior quality, unique product benefits and because of very successful marketing efforts on her part, as well as that of her staff and “tea-evangelizing� customers. In 2005, Light of Day Organics designed and printed full color labels and packaging and developed and
launched a web site with full e-commerce functionality. In 2007, she purchased additional acreage in which to expand her growing ability (to 25 acres), and had that additional land also certified organic. In 2008, she constructed a large barn, installed a fence and drilled a well for irrigation at the new property. In 2009, she harvested lumber from her property and milled the wood for on-site drying, and then began the construction of a new commercial production facility. Light of DayŽ became a Registered Trademark in 2010. Most recently, Light of Day Organics, under the continued sole direction of Angela Macke, undertook its most ambitious venture by opening a retail store on their farm which is located just 8 miles west of Traverse City on M-72. Gardens have been planted and every ingredient grown here is USDA organically certified and DemeterŽ Biodynamic certified (making Light of Day Organic Farm Michigan’s only certified Demeter Biodynamic land and tea farm).
Light of Day began offering ‘tea cuppings’ in late 2010, and these sell-out educational events bring customers out to experience the product and learn of wellness attributes of different botanical offerings in the beautiful and relaxed setting of the Light of Day’s gardens. Light of Day Organics grows and harvests over 261 different organic specialty crops. Examples of crop types include: roots, berries, flowers, herbs, seeds, barks, mushrooms, tree fruits, and vegetables. After harvesting by hand Angela dries each ingredient, which are then stored for later use in over 40 unique tea and tisane (herbal tea) blends using awardwinning, proprietary recipes created by Angela Macke. Light of Day Organics then packages, labels, and markets the products in attractive, domestically produced, environmentally-friendly packaging. The unique combination of Light of Day’s agricultural commodities paired with only Fair Trade certified and Organic Certified outsourced
commodities (i.e. certain tea leaves, and spices that do not grow in Michigan) positions Light of Day Organics as the only company with this business model in North America.
Owner: Angela Macke RN Open Friday & Saturday 10-6
231-228-7234 3202 E. Traverse Hwy. (M-72 W.) Located just 8 miles W. of TC on our family farm
www.LightOfDayOrganics.com
Perry Pentiuk Premiere, Personalized Real Estate
President/Broker, Licensed Builder 32 years of Leelanau real estate expertise
Search local property listings at ventureproperties.net Proudly serving Leelanau County for 32 years!
perryp@chartermi.net
(231) 256-7937
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A Carpet Store on Wheels Stone Mountain Carpet Mills is a Carpet Store on Wheels, according to Charlie Stiehl, owner of the business. He heard about the ‘shop at home’ concept and opened Stone Mountain
STONE MOUNTAIN CARPET MILLS' Charlie Stiehl (owner, left) and Jim Leitow stand in front of one of their mobile showrooms. The two have a combined 60-plus years of experience in the floorcovering industry.
Carpet Mills in 1994, to serve the Northern Michigan area. Stiehl works side-by-side with Jim Leitow in sales and each has over 30 years experience in floor coverings and design. On board they also have secretary, Jean Stiehl. Stiehl takes pride in his service area, which stretches from Empire to Houghton Lake, Cadillac to Petoskey, and everything in between. He has two carpet ‘showrooms’ and offers quality, name brand carpet, hardwood flooring, vinyl flooring, ceramic tile, laminate flooring and window treatments. They do both residential and commercial jobs and are affiliated with over 2,000 stores nationwide, which gives them tremendous buying power. The combination of their buying power and low overhead, makes for great
prices, which they pass on to their customers. They are mobile and can set up appointments at the customers' convenience. This can save a client time and money rather than them running from store to store searching for the right product. The beauty of this system is that Stiehl and Leitow can see the room before recommending a product, therefore guaranteeing the best product for the space. And their estimates are always free. Stiehl believes that convenience is the key to the success of his business. Their schedule allows them to meet their customers during the day, evening or weekend, and at their home, office or jobsite. Convenience really IS key! To schedule an appointment, call 800-786-6333, or send a fax to their office at 231-369-2902. You can also email Charlie directly at stone@ acegroup.cc or visit his website at stonemountaincarpet.net.
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Carpet, Hardwood & Vinyl Flooring, Ceramic Tile, Window Treatments
Creekside Clinic Leelanau:
A Caring Neighbor When it comes to community health in Leelanau County, Creekside Clinic in Lake Leelanau believes there is nothing better than a friendly neighbor to ease life’s aches and pains. And when that neighbor is a highly regarded health specialist who is deeply committed to multigenerational patient care? Even better. Michelle MacDonald, a Physician Assistant who has worked in Leelanau County for more than 10 years, believes neighborhoodbased health care is “vital” to the community. “The people I see in church, at the grocery store, and at school are those I treat at Creekside,” said MacDonald. “I am not just connected to them in a medical sense, but in deeper, more meaningful ways too.” The Northport resident has worked in rural health care for years, beginning at Leelanau Memorial Hospital’s health clinic emergency room and more recently at Suttons Bay Medical Clinic. She joined Creekside Clinic because of its commitment to whole family health and sports medicine, as well as how it gave her access to special services like immigration physicals, interpreters, and
physical therapy resources. “Creekside Clinic in Traverse City is a wonderful alternative for Leelanau County residents who might need a broader menu of medical resources, such as physical therapy,” she said. “It is a great health care partner for people in our area.” MacDonald’s own commitment to her neighbors is one that she foresees continuing for many years to come. After all, her young family has laid down roots that go deep into the heart of the county, she said. “I have a vested interest in this area – my children
go to school here, we worship here, and my husband and I adore where we live,” said MacDonald, who can be found hiking, snowshoeing, or on the beach when she’s not treating patients. “Providing continuity of care to multiple generations is something I firmly believe in, and I am grateful that Creekside Clinic believes the same.” To schedule an appointment with Michelle MacDonald, PA-C, call 231-256-2668. Creekside Clinic Leelanau is located at 49 N. Eagle Highway in Lake Leelanau
Full Service Family Medicine: • Care of Newborns and Children • In-Office Immunizations • Women’s Health • Cancer Screening • Minor Office Surgeries • Diabetes Care • Complete Physicals • Cholesterol & Blood Pressure Management • Sports Medicine
Michelle MacDonald, PA-C Creekside Clinic – Leelanau 49 N. Eagle Hwy. Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 (Former office of Dr. Dona Alba of Provement Family Care)
(231) 256-2668
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Priest Painting takes pride in proper preparation. Mr. Meeker thought I was already in business for myself but I was not. I said if he would pay me every other Friday, I would go to work for him. He agreed and the following Monday, I went to work for myself and Priest Painting & Wallpapering was born. That was April 1985. Since then we have had hunThey say “Necessity is the mother of inven- dreds of clients with the same need. They tion.” They say “When opportunity knocks, want painting or wallpapering. They want someone who will take care of their propopen the door.” erty, minimize confusion and clean up after That’s how Doug Priest, Owner of Priest themselves. You know, the things you learn Painting & Wallpapering got started. in kindergarten along with coloring in the lines. “Mr. Robert Meeker called me to do some painting for him. I had done some work for Our business primarily consists of interior his brother David. When I got to the location, and exterior painting. We take great pride he had several buildings that needed a LOT of in the amount of time we spend on surface TLC. When I say TLC, I mean hand scraping, preparation. No one likes “paint failure” hand sanding, priming and painting. Keep in so we like to do it right the first time. We mind that in those days, pressure washers and also remove old wall coverings that cusorbital sanders were not being used for exte- tomers will then replace with either paint rior painting preparation.” or paper.
At Priest Painting and Wallpapering we do whatever it takes to satisfy our customers. We had a recently widowed customer who was going to follow through on the dream she & her husband had of building their dream retirement home. When our time arrived to start the project, we needed to match the extension jambs to the color on a pre-finished material. She & I spent all day mixing different stain combos until we had it just the way she wanted it. Over the year we’ve experienced ups and downs in the housing industry, and the economy. We’ve seen other companies come and go. Our business has been successful because we just refused to quit! To all of our friends, family, past and potential customers, we say Thank You for allowing us to serve you. It has truly been our pleasure and we look forward to working with you in the future!
Priest Painting & Wallpapering Established 1985
Owner Doug & Janet Priest
Key Employees Mark Gatzke Peter Mork 231-271-3798 Suttons Bay
Chimoski Bakery of Suttons Bay
Our famous Pecan Rolls & Cinnamon Rolls Cookies • Pies • Cakes Muffins • Homemade Breads Bars • Brownies • Turnovers Coffee Cakes • Cup Cakes Special Orders • Fresh Fruit in Season
CUSTOM CAKES Birthday Graduation Anniversary or Any Occasion We can put your picture on it! 108 W. Broadway St. • Suttons Bay Find us next to the Post Office
231-271-2207
NEW WEBSITE: www.chimoskibakery.com Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00-4:00 • Sat 7:00-2:00 No Sundays til May
Vic Chimoski and Tina Baker, Owners of Chimoski Bakery in Suttons Bay
Name of Business: Chimoski Bakery Year Established: July 15, 2011 Owners: Vic Chimoski & Tina Baker Key Employees: Brandi Lowell – Head Cashier Services, goods provided to customers: Pecan Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls, Donuts, Cookies, Pies, Breads, Cupcakes, Custom Cakes, Wedding Cakes, Cheesecake, Pumpkin Roll, Coffee Cakes, Special Orders Welcome, Fresh Fruit from our farm in season – Cherries, Peaches & Apples. Hours: M-F 6-4, Sat 7-2 and May – October Open Sundays 8-1 Business Philosophy: A Small Town Bakery that uses some of Grandma’s best recipes! Recent Improvements: Coming Soon! Yeast Donuts, Rings & Twists and a larger selection of Breads. Contact Information: 108 W. Broadway, Next to the Post Office, Suttons Bay. Phone: 231-271-2207. Visit us online at www.chimoskibakery.com
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Edwards Home Furnishings and Patio Shop Celebrating their 41st anniversary Edward's provides furniture, accessories and interior design services to the finest homes in Northern Michigan and beyond. Whether your style is contemporary, traditional or somewhere in between, Edward's experienced staff can help you make the right selections to create a space that truly reflects your unique sense of style and personality. Value, commitment, affordable prices and service are what Edward's offers and they will not compromise this guarantee. Edward's started in this village as a small lamp store in the building where the Hang-On Express restaurant is now located. Ed and Beverly Newcomb were welcomed into the village with kindly acts and advice from business owners who had been there longer. "It was a journey...we found out that there's always a plan for your life and doors open." Their daughter, Kelly, now manages the store along with a very dedicated staff, allowing Bev and Ed more freedom to travel in search
of new items for their clients. It's that attention to the personal aspect of their work that sets Edward's Home Furnishings apart. There is a family member involved in every aspect of the business. We've always told our children, "Find what it is that you enjoy doing and go do it." A world of style, beauty and elegance... and peace is the feeling that greets you when entering Edward's Home Furnishings and Scandinavian Interiors...it's a whole new world. Their business has thrived in spite of all the ups and downs of the economy over the years. Ed and Bev are proud that they have created something that is not just an ordinary furniture store. They hear it often, "We don't see these pieces anywhere...you have such a beautiful selection". Edward's is devoted to making sure their customers have exactly what they are searching for in home furnishings. They travel extensively to find quality, distinctive products. In addition to the European options, American manufacturers such as American Leather, Hancock & Moore and Thayer Coggin produce quality upholstered sofas and chairs...perfect for Edward's clients as well as a Michigan-made bedding
NESTLED IN THE VILLAGE of Suttons Bay, Edward’s Home Furnishings is a most unique furniture store, serving Northern Michigan and beyond since 1971. Two blocks south at the Patio Shop, you’ll find patio accessories and more. company which offers the finest and purest bedding. When you tour the showroom, the attention to detail that goes into selecting the various pieces is unmistakable. A dining room table with a sea green aqua glass top, comparable to the color of the bay on a summer's day, is a work of art. Exquisite dining groups of teak, European beech and American cherry await your attention along with chairs that surround your body with comfort. Edward's has all that is needed to furnish a home from carpeting and artwork to patio furniture and window coverings. Edward's is Northern Michigan's exclusive dealer for Ekornes furniture that is designed to be the most comfortable furniture you'll ever find. A great deal of personal effort went into making Edward's what it is today. Ed and Bev's hope is that Edward's will continue to serve Northern Michigan and beyond for years to come.
EDWARD’S HOME FURNISHINGS FOUNDED IN 1971
OWNERS ED AND BEVERLY NEWCOMB EMPLOYEES ED & BEV’S DAUGHTER, KELLY, NOW MANAGES THE STORE, WITH THE HELP OF A VERY DEDICATED STAFF. EDWARD’S HOME FURNISHINGS 211 ST. JOSEPH ST. SUTTONS BAY, MI 49682
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We go back a long way together… The Homestead has been a fixture in the lives of Leelanau County residents for generations— but how much do you really know about us? You may know that people have been coming here to vacation ever since Skipper and Cora Beals started a little camp on Lake Michigan in the 1920s. In those days, the facilities were modest, the numbers were small and the market was nearby.
Today, there are four resort hotels, four restaurants, a spa, salon, and fitness center, three venues for weddings and five for meetings. There are pools and spa pools and golf and tennis in the summer and skiing in the winter. There are shops year-round. The numbers are no longer small. On a busy night in the peak season several thousand people—including owners and guests—are sleeping here. That may not have surprised you. This may. The market is no longer nearby. Last year our guests came from 50 states, 5 Canadian provinces and 3 foreign countries.
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This may also surprise you. There are 829 families who own property at The Homestead. They come from 29 states and 4 foreign countries. They and the resort pay some $3.8 million in property taxes without a single child in the local schools.
All of this created jobs. The resort is now the largest private sector employer in Leelanau County. But that’s only part of the story. There are contractors working here most of the year. There are purveyors and service providers who supply and service us month after month. With all that change, there’s been one constant. We’re neighbors. We live and work here. Thanks for getting to know us better. We’d like to do the same. Please visit us online at www.thehomesteadresort.com and at the resort.
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Anybody who enjoys spending time outdoors can appreciate a company whose owner holds the title of “chief adventure officer.” CEO’s, eat your hearts out. Soulfish Outfitters, located at 203 N. Main St., Leland, is owned by Chris and Angie Butz. Angie’s the chief retail officer, while Chris got the cool title. His heart’s been in the business since he was a boy roaming the creeks and fields of central Indiana.
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day events,” recalled Butz. “I co-led our team as lead navigator.” Butz continued to follow his heart into the outdoors, but now wanted to take others with him. “This type of racing fueled my love for the outdoors and testing my limits. It also developed my interest in taking people out into nature for unique experiences and challenges,” he continued. In 2007, Butz left the racing team and moved with his family to northern Michigan, eventually opening Soulfish. “We are an outdoor specialty store that focuses on light and fast adventure. We sell great soft and hard goods, but also provide guiding services in outdoor adventures and experiential learning. Our adventures vary from individual outings for rejuvenation of the client to corporate team building. We also provide retail sales and training in standup
paddleboards, cycling, kayaking and general outdoor skills,” said Butz. Soulfish is fully licensed and insured to guide in Michigan. The firm staffs up to six employees. All guides have been certified as Wilderness First Responders and/or in Wilderness First Aid. “To our knowledge, this level of expertise is unique to the region,” said Butz. Soulfish put’s the client’s design for an outdoor experience first, tailoring adventures to the abilities and dreams of clients. “We continue to amaze our clients in
industry in Leelanau County. Chris and Angie plan to expand into competitive races and search out more adventures. The couple, who resides in the community of Lake Leelanau, has also found time to raise a family. “Angie and I are blessed to have three great children that love to be outdoors with us and bring diversity to the community. We do our part to give back to the wonderful and idyllic life that we are lucky enough to enjoy here in Leelanau County.” To learn more about Soulfish, call 256-2650; visit www.soulfishoutfitters. com, or email chris@soulfishoutfitters. com.
SOULFISH OUTFITTERS ESTABLISHED IN 2010 OWNERS CHRIS BUTZ (CHIEF ADVENTURE OFFICER)
ANGIE BUTZ
CHRIS AND ANGIE BUTZ Chris studied environmental sciences at Michigan State University, then earned a law degree that might have kept some people from doing what they love. Not Butz, who in 2002 helped to found Indy Rootstock Adventure Racing. “We were the only Red Bull fullysponsored team in Indiana, and our members raced from 6-8 hour to three-
(CHIEF RETAIL OFFICER)
THE VIEW as you enter the store.
our free delivery, demo services and the like. Our mentality is (to seek) a developing friendship with clients — and that’s worth more than money,” he said. Look for Soulfi sh to continue to evolve and lead the outdoor sports
203 N MAIN ST. PO BOX 631 LELAND, MI 49654
231.256.2650 CHRIS@SOULFISHOUTFITTERS.COM WWW.SOULFISHOUTFITTERS.COM
203 N. Main • Leland, MI 49654 231-256-2650 soulfishoutfitters.com
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Kiss Carpet Named Retailer of the Year by Mohawk Mancelona, MI - Kiss Carpet Design Center has been recognized as one of the leading retail stores in the flooring industry. The “Retailer of the Year” award for the Mid Central region of the U.S. was given to the northern Michigan company by Mohawk. Kiss Carpet owners, the father-son team of Ken Roberts Sr. and Ken Roberts Jr., were on hand to accept the honor at the recent prestigious Mohawk retailer gala in Nashville, Tennessee. “To receive this industry award in 2004 and now again for 2011 is a tremendous honor,” said Ken Sr. “We pride ourselves on being a reputable local business that always puts the customer’s needs first, and we are delighted that Mohawk recognizes our efforts. We are invested in our community, and as your local flooring provid-
er, we want all of our customers to KISS CARPET named Retailer of the Year feel like they are part of the Kiss Northern Michigan business again. Carpet family.” and style to design and installation.” Mohawk uses various criteria to Family owned and operated, Kiss identify its Regional Retailers of Carpet’s objective is to provide the Year, including increased busi- quality products and exceptional ness, excellence in promoting the service to fit your dreams and budstore, as well as an ongoing com- get. mitment to training, store standards, brand building, merchandising, “We work hard to make sure that installation ideas and community our customers are 100 percent satisinvolvement. The Mid Central fied from start to finish,” added Ken region includes flooring retailers in Jr. “That’s the benefit of shopping Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, local. You’re my friend and neighWest Virginia and Pennsylvania. bor. I value your business. We want you to come back and see us the “Kiss Carpet is an asset to north- next time you need new flooring.” ern Michigan - it sets the quality standard for a retail flooring busiTo learn more about Kiss Carpet ness,” said Jenny Nichols, director and for a free estimate on flooring of retail marketing at Mohawk. projects, visit their convenient show“Their associates are experts in all rooms in Mancelona (231 587-9450), aspects of flooring, from product Traverse City (231 947-7247), or
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The Village at Bay Ridge offers Independent Living as well as Assisted Living options The Village at Bay Ridge campus is managed by Heritage Property Management, Inc. a second and third generation, family-owned and operated business founded in 1946. Members of the fourth generation now work for the business and are poised to continue the family tradition. Founding father, Arthur Reenders’ motto of “I won’t build or own anything I wouldn’t live in myself” still holds true today for the present owners, more than 60 years later. Over the last 25 years the family has focused on providing communities with quality senior housing and licensed assisted living. The Village at Bay Ridge in Traverse City is a premier example of their family of Continuum of Care Retirement Communities. With two buildings of Independent Living, coupled with Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center, The Village at Bay Ridge has provided quality housing at affordable rates, to seniors in the Traverse City area for over ten years. One and two bedroom apartment homes and cottages, in Independent Living, can be tailored to fit each individual’s retirement needs; allowing residents to enjoy all the comforts of home without the
work or worry. Many a-la-carte services including housekeeping, laundry, handyman services, and two meals a day are also available, as well as an incredible list of social activities. Our goal is to help residents stay as independent as possible, for as long as possible. When assisted living care is needed, Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center is available with a broad range of supportive and personal care services based on individual needs assessments. The Terrace, within Bay Ridge Assisted Living, is specially designed and staffed by individuals trained to provide care and services for those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other memory issues. The Village a Bay Ridge campus provides employment for 66 people – 19 within the Independent Living and 47 at the Assisted Living. Kind, knowledgeable, caring, patient, understanding, respectful, these are all words that have been used to describe the staff at The Village at Bay Ridge. One resident has commented that when looking for their new home and comparing communities … “the staff at The Village at Bay Ridge was so much nicer, I just had to move
here!” Mrs. Janet Folkersma, a resident of Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center shared: “I never thought that at this time in my life, I would be living in a place where I am so loved and cared for… This is the best last chapter!” From the ownership group to the servers in our dining room, each person involved in the success of The Village at Bay Ridge practices the core values set out for them in the employee handbook: Honesty, Quality, Respect, Teamwork, Potential and Balance. We are honored to provide a comfortable, secure home to you, or your loved one. The Village at Bay Ridge is actively involved in the Traverse City community through projects and community fundraisers. We have supported Cancer Foundation walks at the Civic Center, the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk, Girl Scout Cookie sales, the BASA Senior Expo, and have received the Social Responsibility Award for our service in helping to promote the new YMCA being built next door. Our main community philanthropy project each year is the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk. Our employees will donate about $1500 this year from giving $2 each week to wear jeans on Fridays; we call it Causal for a Cause! We also host a Fall Fun Fair Fundraiser each year. An outdoor family affair, the fundraiser serves hot dogs and picnic food, with face painting, great entertainment, and prizes. All proceeds from the fair go to the Alzheimer’s Association. We are currently planning our Fifth Annual Senior Health Fair April 19th with numerous vendors lined up to share their healthy ideas with our residents and the community. The Health Fair is always lots of fun with everything from physical therapy and ski walking demonstrations, to home healthcare booths and safety tips from the Grand Traverse Fire Department, as well as having blood pressure checks, hearing needs, and lifeline information available. A financial planner, senior legal service and funeral pre-planner have also been invited. The Health Fair, open from 10 until 2, is free to the public. Light refreshments and Moomers Ice Cream will be served and a box lunch will be available for $5.
The Village at Bay Ridge, like the Traverse City area, is a growing and evolving community. Twelve years ago we started with one Independent Living building and have grown into a campus providing 248 Independent Living apartments and an Assisted Living Center. When the need arises, we have our eye on additional property where we can expand to offer more services to the seniors in the Grand Traverse area.
THE VILLAGE AT BAY RIDGE 2000 Managed by– Heritage Property Managment, Inc. Key Employees – Linda Scott, Community Director Deb Nichols, Administrator Michele Franke, Assistant Manager Jenny Gray, Social Activities Director Margaret Anne Slawson, Leasing/Marketing
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Getting a divorce? No matter how simple or complex, divorce puts an emotional and financial strain on everyone involved: Finding a new place to live, handling new financial responsibilities and custody arrangements and the uncertainty of what the future will bring. Court can be equally intimidating. Now there is a new way to restructure your family and future.
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Divorce with an eye to the future and a focus on solutions, not on blame. Collaborative Divorce does NOT mean that you already agree upon everything or that you are still best of friends. It is a process by which you and your spouse commit to use your very best efforts, with the guidance of a collaborative team, to restructure your lives and family in a way that minimizes the collateral damage and fallout from the divorce. Both husband and wife retain attorneys who have had Collaborative Divorce training. All sign a commitment to reach a settlement without going to court. A team is then assembled by the couple and their lawyers. Mental health professionals manage the emotional ups and downs of divorce. Neutral financial specialists provide valuable information and expertise. Child specialists focus on the family’s future and put children first. . Lawyers guide the settlement discussions. Couples make the final decisions on all matters relevant to the family.
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For a list of experienced attorneys, mental health professionals and financial specialists offering Collaborative Divorce VISIT
www.UpNorthCollaborativeDivorce.com Mooney Marine Services adds convenient shopping for boating supplies to a variety of boat outfitting & repair services Name of Business: Mooney Marine Services; Jed Mooney, Marine Surveyor Year Established: 2009
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MARK AND KATHRYN PETERS provide piano and voice lessons locally in Leelanau County. Call them today to set up a lesson me!
Music Lessons by Mark and Kathryn Peters We are new to the Leelanau community, and we offer lessons on piano, voice and organ from our home at 6635 S Center Highway near Bingham, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Leland, and in Traverse City at Trinity Lutheran Church. We are lifelong musicians and graduates of Concordia University-River Forest (Chicago). Mark is the choir director and organist for Immanuel Lutheran in Leland. Kathryn is a mezzo-soprano and has sung in many productions and choirs in the Chicago area. We are excited to be a part of the Leelanau community! We love music and would like to pass on that passion to you! We are proud to offer lessons from our home, Immanuel, and Trinity, and hope that we can have you as our next student! Lessons are available during the day for the convenience of home-schooled students, and after school and in the evening on weekdays.
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SPRING IS IN THE AIR
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Name: Eric Van Thomme Occupation: 3rd generation grower at PlantMasters of Suttons Bay. Time in the Leelanau County: My family and I moved the farm up here from the Detroit Area in 1989, we were a wholesale grower in that area since 1948. We chose Leelanau County because my Grandma is from Cedar so we have relatives in the area. How are you different than the other guys? We grow most everything that we sell here. That makes a huge difference in the quality and health of the plant. We don’t use growth regulators on our plants. Most plants bought from box stores have been chemically treated to not grow. This is to save the labor of caring for an actively growing plant during shipping and the selling process but it
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If you could change one thing about Leelanau County, what would it be? I wish that more people would shop local. I make it a point to shop at local independently owned companies if at all possible. Some people just assume that small local stores are more expensive, however, if you do the research and compare apples to apples that is usually not the case. We have to support our small, family owned, local businesses if we want to change the economy. It starts with us.
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What keeps you up at night? The downward trend in gardening among young people. Gardening is important for so many reasons. It is good for the mind, body and soul. It’s a great stress reliever, good for the environment and a very healthy habit altogether. It takes us back to our “Roots”. What’s new and exciting for the 2012 season? Our website, www.plant-masters.com now has a feature that helps you design your containers and garden with ease, it is called Bloom IQ. Of course, every season we have the latest in designer plants available (for the early bird). My favorite is the new black pinstriped petunia. We try to offer something (plants) for every budget, from annual flats to our 4” select pots to our premium 4.5” selection. This year we have a New Super Sales Special every week. Watch the Enterprise for our ads.
Glen Arbor Medical Arts home medical care to the Grand Traverse Area. Family Practice, Sports Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Eldercare and referral services make up the totality of the practice. This 40 year practice began in 1971 in Empire, after Dr. Matthew Houghton had been the Director of Emergency Services at Traverse City Osteopathic Hospital. The practice found it's way to Glen Arbor in 2000. The clinic has four employees, Marion Harriger- our friendly
Marion Harriger, Vicki Finstad and Dr. Matthew Houghton, of Glen Arbor Medical Arts.
Medical Services Provider and Business Manager, Cindy Geiser -Registered Nurse Practitioner, Vicki Finstad, Receptionist / Chief Cook and Bottle Washer, and Jamie Warnes R.N. all here to serve you. Dr. Houghton's background is extensive and varied. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Wayne State College of Medicine, a Founder Member of the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine and served as Medical Rescue Director for The American Powerboat Association and the Union of International Motor Boating repeatedly serving 16 States and 17 Countries around the world. He is the Chief Medical Examiner for Benzie, Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties. He has been the Medical Director of the North American VASA Ski Race and Michigan Winter Special Olympics. He is also Team Physician for Glen Lake Community Schools since 1971 and has served Traverse City Central and St. Francis Teams as well as physician for Professional Wrestling and Amateur Boxing in the Grand Traverse area. He was also the traveling physician with the broadway troupe of "A Chorus Line" in the 1970s. In 1995 he was first runner-up for the prestigious "Country Doctor of The Year" from U.S.A. Today/ Staffcare Inc. Dr. Houghton was a leader in the establishment of Advanced Life Support being offered by our area Paramedics during pre-hospital care.
All are welcome in this complete Osteopathic practice of medical care. We pride ourselves in listening to your medical needs.
GLEN ARBOR MEDICAL ARTS FOUNDED IN 1971
OWNER DR. MATTHEW HOUGHTON, D.O.
EMPLOYEES MARION HARRIGER, BUSINESS MANAGER CINDY GEISER, R.N. PRACTITIONER VICKI FINSTAD, RECEPTIONIST JAMIE WARNES, R.N. GLEN ARBOR MEDICAL ARTS 6654 WESTERN AVE. GLEN ARBOR, MI 49636
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Leelanau County’s Hometown Retirement Community Northport Highlands is thriving in 2012. It is home to many area seniors and an employer of more than 40 local residents. The community is more than 90% occupied, and the Dedicated Memory Care Unit is fully occupied with a waiting list. The Highlands is licensed by the state of Michigan as a Home for the Aged community. The state recently completed its annual unscheduled licensing survey and Northport Highlands, for the second year in a row, received a Deficiency Free Survey. This is a difficult and special achievement and one of which we are very proud! The surveyor made many positive comments about the community including that the Memory Care Unit is exemplary and could be used as a model throughout the state. In addition, The Highlands conducted a Satisfaction Survey which was distributed to all residents and family members. The results are in! 100% of respondents (residents and families) would choose Northport Highlands again and would recommend the community to a friend. 93% of residents and 100% of families said they were happy living at The Highlands. We are proud of these accomplishments! Northport Highlands opened in August in 2009. The construction was a combination of renovation of an existing hospital building and new construction. The community includes 27 studio, one bedroom and two bedroom assisted living apartments and 14 studio apartments for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The apartments are designed to allow residents to live independently, with supportive services available as needed. Meals, housekeeping, activities, fitness, emergency response and other amenities are available. All of the apartments have private baths. The community has many community spaces including a great room with fireplace, sunroom with sweeping views of
Grand Traverse Bay and a large living room. “Assisted Living offers a viable alternative for seniors who do not need the acute services offered by a nursing home, but who do need varying levels of assistance with everyday activities,� notes Kathryn Browning, M.S., R.N. director of Resident Services. “Northport Highlands is an ideal choice for people wishing to maintain their independence but who may need help with dressing, bathing, grooming, or medication management. We understand the desire of many seniors to stay in Northport and on the Leelanau Peninsula. We have a strong commitment to provide services that will allow long-time residents to remain in the area.� Parkside’s Memory Care is designed with plenty of room for residents to move about easily and safely both indoors and out. The staff is specially trained to understand the needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. They are trained to notice body language, facial expressions and behavioral patterns because verbal skills often are limited. The program also includes working with families. Residents of Northport Highlands benefit from a full-service, on-site physical therapy center. Leased and operated by Munson Medical Center, the center offers individualized physical therapy to meet specific needs for persons who have sustained debilitating illness or injury. Northport Highlands is a vital member and resource for the local community. The Pool and Fitness Center is available for community members, as well as residents. Additionally, the MultiPurpose Room is available to all community groups. Over the last couple of years The Highlands has provided meeting space for many local organizations. Northport Highlands is proud to be a vital part of the Northport community.
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1974: Gas was 55 cents a gallon…. Richard Nixon resigned as President…. Comfort Center opened on November 4th…. Three brothers talked about opening bedding stores around the Detroit
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They opened their first store on US 31 South, Traverse City. It was only 900 Sq. Ft. In 1976, they moved to a much larger store, and became a full-line furniture store...in 1980 they moved to a even larger store. The US 31 store has recently been re-vamped as the flagship store with a new facade. In 1975 brother Luke opened a Comfort Center in Grayling. Today, there are 10 Comfort Center stores in Northern Michigan…with more than 100,000 Sq. Ft. of showrooms, and employing over 100 people. Same day delivery available 7 days a week…Yes, even on Sunday!! What began as mattress stores are now full-line furniture stores with everything for your home. Today the Comfort Centers carry
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Twin XL Set Full Set King Set
Queen Set
$2349.00 $2349.0 $2799.0 $2799.00 $3499.0 $3499.00
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OPEN 7 DAYS
Hannah St. N
E
W S
458 US 31 South Traverse City
732 Garfield Traverse City w 941-1220
www.comfortcentertc.com
941-1220
Toll Free 888-941-1220
To T.C. GT Mall S. Airport Rd. N E
W S
US 31
US 31 S.
8th St.
OPEN 7 DAYS
Chum’s Corners M-37
GARFIELD
Front St.
www.tccomfortcenter.com