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INTERLOCHEN AREA NEWSLETTER • WINTER 2017

Interlochen Area Chamber of Commerce2016 Board of Directors

President: Clint Klabunde • Vice President: Bob AllardTreasurer: Barry Bialik • Secretary: Harold Schmidt

2015 Board MembersLaurie Bouwman, Brian McAllister,

Simon Wolf, Jan Crossman

VOICE is published quarterly by the Interlochen Area Chamber of CommerceP.O. Box 13 • 2720 M-137 • Interlochen, MI 49643 • (231) 276-7141

info@interlochenchamber.org • www.interlochenchamber.orgChamber Office Hours: Monday 9 am - 1 pm Wednesday & Friday 9 am -12 pm

Interlochen Public Library EventsPhone (231) 276-6767 • www.tadl.org/interlochenLIBRARY HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Wednesday & Thursday 9 am - 8 pm

We invite you to discover all that the Interlochen community has to offer!

RELAXATIONTO ADVENTUREWITH YOU, EVERY STEP.

Meet Tue/Thur at the Golden Fellowship Hall 10:30 - 5 pmSocial & Recreational activities for adults 60+231-922-4911

“Making Longer Lives Better Lives”

Ongoing Programs at Interlochen Public Library• Preschool Story Hour: Every Wed., 10 am & 1 pm• Read to Chaz & Denny: 2nd & 4th Wed. every month, 4-6 pm• Lego Club: 3rd Sat. every month, 2-3 pm• 5 to One Neighborhood Center Playgroup: Guided playgroup for

families with infants to preschoolers, a healthy snack and a story, 2nd and 4th Thur. every month (exception: Sept 29), Incredible Mo’s, 1355 Silver Lake Crossings Blvd., Grawn at 9:30 am. Hosted by Interlochen Public Library.

• Yarn Therapy - Knitting & Crocheting Group: Every Tues., 10 am• Art with Heart : Meets every Wed. at 10 am. Bring your supplies and

explore your creativity with painting, drawing, coloring, Zentangle®, jewelry making or anything else you can imagine. Fellowship Hall.

• Euchre Tournaments: Every Tues., 3:30 pm, Register (231) 922-4211, Co-sponsored by the Friends of IPL and the Grand Traverse County Parks & Recreation Senior Center Network, $1 entry fee.

• Baby Play Time: Join us on the 1st and 3rd Fridays at 10 am.

“Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion Groups at IPL• Morning Group – 2nd Thur. every month, 10 am • Evening Group – 1st Wed. every month, 6:30 pm

Regular Meetings at IPL• IPL Board of Trustees Meeting, 3rd Mon. every month, 10 am• Capital Campaign Meeting (New Library Building) 1st Wed. every month, 7 pm• Teen Advisory Council, Check website for dates.

Watch for these Upcoming Events• Dec 21 - Interlochen Public Library Teen Advisory Council

Help plan the Teen space at the current and New Interlochen Public Library. Games, fundraising ideas and PIZZA! This group meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4 pm at the Library.

• Nov 28-Dec 23 - Friends 12th Annual Holiday Mitten Tree at Interlochen Public Library Donate new mittens, scarfs and hats to help keep little hands, feet, & heads warm this winter. Donations accepted Nov 28-Dec 23 at Interlochen Public Library to benefit children in the Interlochen area.

• Nov 28-Dec 30 - Friends Holiday Used Book Sale at Interlochen Public Library The Friends Holiday Used Book Sale is Nov 28 – Dec 30. The used book sale runs daily during regular Library hours offering a wonderful selection of used and almost new books just in time for the holidays.

INTERLOCHEN WOMAN’S CLUB 2017 LUNCHEON & MEETINGS

• April 5

• May 3

• June 7

• September 6

• October 4

• November 1

• December 6

The club luncheons are held at noon at the Golden Fellowship Hall at 9700 Riley Road, next to the public library. The club meets the first Wednesday during certain months of the year. Lunch is provided. Please bring your own table service for lunch.

For further information, please call 231-642-1767.

Check out the Calender of Events for great community activities

all year long! www.interlochenchamber.org

Victoria Schneider231.492.4404

schneidervl@yahoo.com

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Winter Calendar of EventsThe Dove Song of Interlochen will be closed for the winter

months and reopen in spring. TOPS Interlochen (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Tuesdays at Golden Fellowship Hall, 9:30 am

DECEMBER 2016 1 Cycle Moore Winter Wonderland – Each evening in December Dusk to midnight – December 1-312 Annual Children’s Christmas Party hosted by your Chamber and Interlochen Public Library3 Christmas in the Village – Shop at participating Interlochen businesses for your holiday needs – bring the kids – free prizes7 Interlochen Women’s Club – “ Have Yourself A Jolly Christmas “ 12 Noon – Located at 9700 Riley Rd, Golden Fellowship Hall, next to the Interlochen Public Library. 4 It’s Vintage Christmas Sweater day! 4 Ladies wear your favorite, best, vintage or ugly CHRISTMAS SWEATER. 4 Please bring hors d’oeuvres or desserts. For further info please call Pat at 231-642-176721 Winter Begins24 Christmas Eve25 Christmas Day31 New Years Eve

JANUARY 2017 1 New Year’s Day16 Martin Luther King Day20 Inauguration Day

FEBRUARY 2017 2 Groundhog Day3 National Wear Red Day – Recognizing Women’s Heart Health14 Valentines Day 18 Winterlochen – Saturday 10am – Interlochen Center for the Arts Campus – FREE family event20 Presidents Day

MARCH 2017 2 Read Across America Day3 Employee Appreciation Day10 Annette Basler Memorial Concert – Interlochen Center for the Arts – Kresge Auditorium – all benefits towards Interlochen Elementary students scholarship fund – Interlochen Center for the Arts Band performing!12 Daylight Savings Time Begins – Spring Forward17 Saint Patricks Day 20 Presidents Day

Please check our website www.interlochenchamber.org for updates or additional information as it becomes available.

Come visit the Chamber! 2720 M-137 | Interlochen

Office Hours: Monday 9 am - 1 pm Wednesday & Friday 9 am -12 pm

MONEY MATTERS

Do Not Fall Victim to a Tech Support ScamTechnology has made life easier in many ways, but it has also provided another avenue for criminals to take advantage of unsuspecting users. One scam that has become increasingly popular recently involves being contacted about an alleged virus or other problem with your computer.

HOW IT WORKS In this scam, a caller identifies themselves as an employee of a well-known tech company, like Microsoft® or Norton®, and says that a problem has been detected on your computer, and they will claim to fix it by remotely accessing your computer for a fee. When you provide the information to the caller, they not only charge the fee, but may also gain access to the personal information stored on your computer.

WHY IT WORKSScammers take advantage of the reputation of these respectable companies to convince you to part with information you ordinarily would not provide. They also rely on your concern of having a virus infecting your computer.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELFWhile this particular scam often involves a phone call, the same caution should be exercised with emails or other online messages. Here are ways that you can protect yourself against potential scams:• Legitimate companies should not contact you without

solicitation on your part. Even if concerns over your computer security seem authentic, refrain from giving out information over the phone or through email. Thank the other party for alerting you but do not agree to anything. Contact a reputable company directly through a legitimate phone number you find in a phone book or on the company’s official website.

• Do not allow remote access to your computer unless you initiated the call to a reputable company.

• Sensitive financial information should never be given over the phone.

• When making payments over the Internet, use a credit card to increase your ability to dispute fraudulent charges.

Visit Chemical Bank’s Security Center at https://www.chemical-bank.com/security-center/ for additional guidance on safe com-puting, reporting fraud, and other resources related to protecting your personal and financial information.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE A VICTIMIf you feel that you have been a victim of a scam or suspect fraud on your account, contact Chemical Bank right away at (800) 867-9757. You should also contact your credit card company and ask for any fraudulent charges to be reversed. It is also important to notify the major credit-reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) of the potential for fraud on your account.

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Notes from the PresidentGifts have been opened, the tree is down and holiday decorations are back in storage once again until next year. It is my hope that you and yours made some wonderful memories this Christmas while looking forward to a happy and healthy New Year.

It is our sincere wish at the Interlochen Area Chamber of Commerce that 2017 brings joy, success and prosperity to all of you. Our resolution is to help usher our town into the new year with a sense of community. We enjoy helping you make new friends and reconnect with old friends while working together to make Interlochen a great place to live, work and play. Our goal is to encourage others to visit and spend time here so they may enjoy our restaurants, stores, parks, and entertainment. We want visitors to feel welcome here. We want them to be happy they came. We want them to return again.

We all know how great this place is that we are fortunate to call home… let’s spread the word!

Sincerely, Clint KlabundeInterlochen Area Chamber of Commerce President

Keep Your Winter Hair HappyIt’s that time of year for winter hair blues. That means putting product on the hair to prevent static and dryness. Always moisturize and nourish your hair with the right product and drink lots of water to rehydrate. Stop by Hairold’s Hair Design to pick up the products that you will need.

Harold | Hairold’s Hair Design

To Floss or Not To Floss?You’ve probably heard the big news: “no studies to prove flossing helps your dental health!”

Perhaps that’s a good excuse to stop flossing but it’s not necessarily a good reason! The U.S. Surgeon General, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the U.S. Department of Human Services, your caring dental hygienist, and your dentist ALL recommend cleaning between your teeth daily.

We all know food debris, bacteria, and sticky dental plaque buildup on our teeth every day. When your teeth are feeling fuzzy the plaque is multiplying. Tooth decay (cavities) and gum disease can develop when the plaque is allowed to build up on teeth and along the gum line. Professional cleaning, tooth brushing, and cleaning between the teeth—whether you’re flossing or using other tools like interden-tal brushes, picks, or even water flossers—disrupt and remove the plaque. Less plaque means firm, healthy pink gums with no bleeding, better breath, and a brighter smile.

To maintain good health, the American Dental Association recom-mends:

1. Brush for 2 minutes 2 times a day using a fluoride toothpaste, flavor of your choice

2. Clean between your teeth at least 1 time a day with interdental cleaners (like floss!!)

3. Have regular visits with your dentist.

For more information check out MouthHealthy.org or give us a ca-Keep smiling!

Dr. Debra Lewis | www.DebraLewisdds.com

Chemical Bank also offers Identity Theft and Fraud protection courses that will provide you with a comprehensive view of identity theft and how it happens, various schemes associated with fraud and corrective action. For more information about the next Identity Theft and Fraud seminar in your area, please contact one of your local Chemical Bank Representatives.

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