Ann Arbor Railroad Car Ferries (1912-1958) Presentation

Andy Bolander, Benzie Area Historical Society researcher and rail and car ferry enthusiast, will present, “Ann Arbor Railroad Car Ferries (1912-1958)” on Thursday, May 9, 7:00 p.m. at the Mills Community House in Benzonia.

In his presentation, Bolander will examine the coal burning car ferries of the Ann Arbor Railroad with the boats, the workers, Frankfort Harbor, the boat landing at Elberta and the 1923 wreck of the Ann Arbor No.4  highlighted. 

"The smokestacks of the Ann Arbor boats were witnesses to the energy, grit, and allure that the traffic of the Ann Arbor Railroad delivered to Benzie County," Bolander said.

Andy Bolander is a volunteer and researcher with the Benzie Area Historical Museum. He is a rail and car ferry enthusiast and a nerd for all things Ann Arbor Railroad. 

For more information about this presentation or the Benzonia Academy Lecture Series, please contact the Benzie Area Historical Society at 231.882.5539.

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When you come to the Frankfort-Elberta area on June 15 you won't be disappointed. We are starting the summer season off with plenty of activities to enjoy! On Saturday, June 15th, the Frankfort-Elberta Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding its 23rd Annual Frankfort Craft Fair from 10 am - 4 pm. The Fair will be on Main Street in downtown Frankfort between 4th and 6th Streets. With over 75 booths of quality crafters & artists, you are sure to find that perfect gift or item for your home or garden. You can also check out the downtown retailers, restaurants and farmer's market at the same time! If you are a vendor that would like to participate in this wonderful Craft Fair we are still accepting applications. 

The Antique Vehicle & Muscle Car Show, sponsored by Crystal Lodge #270 of the Free and Accepted Masons, will be held in the same block as the Fair in Mineral Springs Park, also in downtown Frankfort. Registration begins at 8:00 am.

As always, Frankfort and Elberta have much to offer, so after you've enjoyed these events - check out the area! If you are interested in more information on these events and more, go to frankfort-elberta.com or contact the Frankfort-Elberta Area Chamber of Commerce at 231-352-7251 or fcofc@frankfort-elberta.com.

The Four Man Fishin'Tackle Choir is the country's premier sportsman's quartet. 

Their brand of up north humor has allowed them to "worm" their way into audience's hearts across the USA and Canada. "The Choir" of barbershop singers is made up of Kurtis Busman, Tracy Ulrich, Mark Wilson and Beulah's own Neil Nugent.  

Proceeds will support the St. Andrews Mission Project (STAMP) that renovates and repairs homes to make them safe, warm and dry. 120 homes have been improved in past years and 20 more are slated for this year.  Free will offering. Plenty of parking. 

Salute to Richard Rogers     Arr. by Ted Ricketts

Victory At Sea     Richard Rodgers

INTERMISSION

Silent Woods, Waldesruhe,         Antonin Dvorak

KLID for Cello and Orchestra Op.68, No.5 “Adagio”

Soloist: Carrie Brannen

Conductor: Malcolm Brannen

Symphony No. 8 Op.88                 Antonin Dvorak

1st Movement (Allegro con brio)

4th Movement (Allegro ma non troppo)