Cheboygan County Community Foundation to host “Rollin’ on the River” Aug. 16

CHEBOYGAN — The Cheboygan County Community Foundation (CCCF) is gearing up to host its biennial fundraising event, “Rollin’ on the River.”

The evening’s theme will celebrate the history and impact the waterways has had on the area economy. “Rollin’ on the River” will take place from 5-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16 at Anchor In Marina, located on the Cheboygan River at 9904 N. Straits Hwy.

Attendees will have the opportunity to peruse luxury and vintage boats on display, experience narrated tours of the Cheboygan River on Nautical North Boat Adventure’s glass bottom boat and listen to insights of the Cheboygan Crib Light. In addition, the event will feature live music, a silent and live auction, prize giveaways and an appetizer and dessert buffet.

“Many hours have gone into the planning of this night, to make for a wonderful experience for those who attend,” said Michele Andrews, CCCF board member and co-chair of the event committee. “We hope for a great turnout to support the mission of CCCF in order to enhance our county through worthy grants.”

All proceeds will go directly to supporting the mission of CCCF. To date, over $300,000 has been awarded in grants raised by CCCF since its inception in 2016.

Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased at the Cheboygan Chamber of Commerce, Bittersweet Shop, Anchor In Marina, Awakon Federal Credit Union in Indian River or by email at cccfoundation01@gmail.com.

This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Cheboygan County Community Foundation to host “Rollin’ on the River” Aug. 16