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ABOUT CHARLEVOIX COUNTY

Today, Charlevoix County is a booming, with several year-round resort communities. Communities include, the City of Charlevoix, Boyne City, East Jordan, and Village of Boyne Falls.

The City of Charlevoix, is the county seat and borders the shores of Lake Michigan. Incorporated as a village in 1879 and a city in 1905, Charlevoix has grown with the tourist industry and also attract new industrial businesses to the area.

Charlevoix also home to the US Coast Guard Cutter Acacia and the associated Coast Guard station personnel, along with the Beaver Island ferry, all on the water near the downtown area.

Boyne City was settled in 1856 and incorporated as a village in 1885. The City was incorporated in 1907 and is located at the mouth of the Boyne River on the eastern shores of Lake Charlevoix. The city maintains a marina which offers access to Lake Michigan and ports beyond.

East Jordan was incorporated as a city in 1911. It is located at the mouth of the Jordan River on the South Arm of Lake Charlevoix. In addition to it's growing tourist trade, the city has a solid industrial base which continues to grow. The residents of East Jordan enjoy a large park and marina area at the mouth of the Jordan river within walking distance of the downtown area.

The Village of Boyne Falls was brought into existence as a stop on the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad in 1874. Incorporated as a village in 1893 the village is named for the falls on the nearby Boyne River.

Charlevoix County and her communities enjoys beautiful harbors, fine beaches, and the very sizable Lake Charlevoix. Residents and visitors enjoy hunting, fishing, mushroom picking, an apple festival and some of Michigan's finest downhill skiing.

Symphony on the Green presents "Strings on the Lake" A wine tasting with hors d' oeuvres at the Michigan Avenue home of the Riecker's. Tickets are $125 each. Proceeds to benefit Charlevoix Area Hospital. For more information call 547-8685. Time 6:30pm - 9:00pm Location John and Ranny Riecker's home Michigan Avenue Charlevoix MI 49720

Fall Down Classic Golf Tournament
Time 1:00pm Location Belvedere Golf Club
Charlevoix MI 49720

Harvest Festival A celebration of the fall harvest. Wagon rides, live music, U-pick apples, children's activities, antique tractor and machinery show, demos, sampling...A bushel of fun at Friske's! Time 11:00am - 4:00pm Location
Friske Orchards & Farm Market 10743 N US 31 Atwood 10 miles South of Charlevoix
Ellsworth MI 49729