Les Cheneaux Islands Chamber of Commerce

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Les Cheneaux Islands Chamber of Commerce Michigan's Land of Water, offering more ways to enjoy the water in our 36-island archipelago on Lake Huron's north shore, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Today's rising stars are tomorrow's community leaders.Who is making an impression in Les Cheneaux through fresh ideas, i...
10/14/2026

Today's rising stars are tomorrow's community leaders.

Who is making an impression in Les Cheneaux through fresh ideas, initiative, dedication or a commitment to making things better?

Maybe it's someone stepping into a leadership role, building something new or finding creative ways to contribute to our community.

The 2026 Les Cheneaux Chamber Rising Star Award celebrates individuals whose contributions and potential deserve recognition.

Know someone who fits the bill? We want to hear about them!

Nominations close Monday, October 19.

Submit your nomination:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeho8xx-GOhDOMlzvDyku1w6DnEOdnhCCirDTt8mdbJuJ2_7w/viewform

Think about everything that happens in Les Cheneaux because people come together with a common purpose.Community events....
10/14/2026

Think about everything that happens in Les Cheneaux because people come together with a common purpose.

Community events. Local programs. Preserving our history. Helping neighbors. Creating opportunities.

Behind so much of it are organizations filled with people who give their time, energy and resources to make things happen.

The 2026 Les Cheneaux Chamber Organization Award recognizes the groups making a meaningful impact on our community.

Which organization deserves a little time in the spotlight?

Nominations close Monday, October 19.

Submit your nomination:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeho8xx-GOhDOMlzvDyku1w6DnEOdnhCCirDTt8mdbJuJ2_7w/viewform

Every community has that person.The one who always shows up. The one who volunteers without being asked. The one who qui...
10/14/2026

Every community has that person.

The one who always shows up. The one who volunteers without being asked. The one who quietly makes things happen without expecting recognition.

Chances are, someone just came to mind.

The 2026 Les Cheneaux Chamber Citizen Award is our opportunity to recognize individuals whose dedication and generosity make our community a better place.

Who deserves that recognition?

Nominations close Monday, October 19.

Nominate someone who makes a difference:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeho8xx-GOhDOMlzvDyku1w6DnEOdnhCCirDTt8mdbJuJ2_7w/viewform

Great businesses do more than open their doors. They help build great communities.Which Les Cheneaux business consistent...
10/14/2026

Great businesses do more than open their doors. They help build great communities.

Which Les Cheneaux business consistently goes the extra mile for its customers, employees or neighbors?

Maybe it's a business that delivers exceptional service, supports community events or continually invests in making our area a better place.

We want to hear about it!

Nominate a deserving local business for the 2026 Les Cheneaux Chamber Business Award.

Nominations close Monday, October 19.

Submit your nomination:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeho8xx-GOhDOMlzvDyku1w6DnEOdnhCCirDTt8mdbJuJ2_7w/viewform

Who makes Les Cheneaux a better place to live, work and do business?It's time to recognize the people, businesses and or...
10/14/2026

Who makes Les Cheneaux a better place to live, work and do business?

It's time to recognize the people, businesses and organizations that make our community special!

The 2026 Les Cheneaux Chamber Awards celebrate excellence in four categories:

• Business Award
• Citizen Award
• Organization Award
• Rising Star Award

Think about the people and places that make a difference in our community. Now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve!

Nominations are open through Monday, October 19.

Submit your nomination here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeho8xx-GOhDOMlzvDyku1w6DnEOdnhCCirDTt8mdbJuJ2_7w/viewform

10/13/2026

And for the rest of the Harvest Fest winners -

Dog Costume:
It’s a good thing R***r (Rocker) and Gus (Eeyore) are in the same household because they TIED for best dog costume! Congratulations to all the good pups who patiently (or not-so-patiently 😆) endured their humans dressing them up! You’re all winners in our book! 🐶 ❤️

Our youngest contestant in the Great Pumpkin Soup Cook Off, Lily Griffin, took home first place with her Pumpkin & Tomato Basil! Thank you to everyone who submitted their delicious creations and all who came to taste!

Lisa Mager won two rounds of sporting clays from the Les Cheneaux Sportsmen's Club for her participation in the ATV Tour!

And of course we had many winners at the Kid's Games! Please add your photos in the comments if you attended any Harvest Fest events and would like to share 😄

A special shout out to our committee, volunteers and sponsors:
Kristi Autore, Noel Weaver, Amy Streichert Blair, Sue Bakkila, Jane French, Tammy Cruickshank, Katie Duman, Abigail Skolund, Dani Mielke

Highline Internet for sponsoring movie night @ Hessel School House
Les Cheneaux Historical Association for hosting the mini pumpkin painting
U.P. State Credit Union for donating cornstalks and making sure we had a beautiful setting for our activities
Hessel School House for hosting movie night
Clark Township for the use of Snows Heritage Park
Les Cheneaux Sportman's Club for donating two rounds of sporting clays

And THANK YOU to everyone who came out and enjoyed the festivities! What should we add to Harvest Fest weekend next year!?

10/13/2026

Drum roll please.... Here are the results for the LCI Harvest Festival Great Apple LCI Bake Off!

Best Overall
1 - Little Buoy Bakery & Cafe
2 - Applecore General Store
3 - Woods & Waters

Best Taste & Flavor
1 - Little Buoy Bakery & Cafe
2 - Applecore General Store
3 - Woods & Waters

Best Creativity & Originality
1 - Woods & Waters
2 - Little Buoy Bakery & Cafe
3 - The Pine Cone

THANK YOU to all of the participants: Applecore General Store, Hessel School House, Les Cheneaux Community Library, a Superior District Library, Pickle Point, Little Buoy Bakery & Cafe, The Cottage Gift Shop & Boutique, The Pine Cone, Woods & Waters, Old Icehouse Mercantile , Les Cheneaux Culinary School

And THANK YOU to the 301 tasters who visited our businesses and cast their votes!

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the 2nd Annual Les Cheneaux Harvest Festival possible. We are grateful for our com...
10/12/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the 2nd Annual Les Cheneaux Harvest Festival possible. We are grateful for our community partners, volunteers, participating businesses and everyone who came out to celebrate the weekend with us!
Clark Township
Hessel School House
Highline Internet
Les Cheneaux Historical Association
Les Cheneaux Sportsmans Club
U.P. State Credit Union

TIME TO VOTE!! Which four-legged pooch wins the Costume Contest!? LIKE your favorite picture or comment the dog or costu...
10/11/2026

TIME TO VOTE!!

Which four-legged pooch wins the Costume Contest!? LIKE your favorite picture or comment the dog or costume name below 🎃

R***r: Rockstar
Gus: Eeyore*
Bella: Christmas Queen
Phoebe: Cowardly Lion

*Apologies we did not get the best picture of Eeyore, we were too busy petting him and the other cute dogs 😍

Cmon down for lunch! We’re here until 1:30pm!Only $5 to taste all of these amazing soups!!
10/11/2026

Cmon down for lunch! We’re here until 1:30pm!

Only $5 to taste all of these amazing soups!!

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Cedarville, MI
49719

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