Manistee Area Leadership Program

08/14/2026

Today’s the day! 🎉

Applications for the 2026–2027 Manistee Area Leadership Program are officially open, but you only have until 5:00 PM today to get yours in!

If you’ve been thinking about joining the next class, this is your sign.

Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgSlxIAljJgLmifvNAZQrKubNies-4DfgKvm3af0WtbiRF0A/viewform

08/12/2026

⏰ TWO DAYS left to apply! ⏰

The Manistee Area Leadership Program is an opportunity to step outside your day-to-day, learn about the community, connect with local leaders, and build relationships that continue beyond the program.

Ready to be part of it? Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgSlxIAljJgLmifvNAZQrKubNies-4DfgKvm3af0WtbiRF0A/viewform

08/07/2026

One of the best parts of Leadership? You don’t just learn about the community, you get to know the people who make it happen.

The 2026–2027 Manistee Area Leadership Program is a chance to step outside your day-to-day, learn about the community, connect with local leaders, and build relationships that continue beyond the program.

Ready to be part of it? Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgSlxIAljJgLmifvNAZQrKubNies-4DfgKvm3af0WtbiRF0A/viewform

07/30/2026

Applications for the 2026/2027 Manistee Area Leadership Program are open through August 14! Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgSlxIAljJgLmifvNAZQrKubNies-4DfgKvm3af0WtbiRF0A/viewform

07/07/2026

🚀 Looking to invest in yourself and your community?

Applications are now being accepted for the next Manistee Area Leadership Program! Join a group of passionate individuals, build valuable connections, and develop the skills to lead with confidence.

Apply today: https://www.manisteechamber.com/leadership-program/

06/01/2026

A 90th Manistee National Forest Festival t-shirt could be yours! 🌲🎉

Head to the original post to enter the anniversary t-shirt giveaway before time runs out. 👕

*** GIVEAWAY CLOSED***

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎉

We’re giving away ONE limited-edition 90th Manistee National Forest Festival anniversary t-shirt! The winner will get to choose their preferred size and color. 👕

To enter:
✔️ Follow the Manistee National Forest Festival page
✔️ Follow the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce page
✔️ Like this post
✔️ Comment and tag someone you’d love to enjoy Forest Festival with this year

Feel free to share this post to help spread the word and celebrate 90 years of Forest Festival! 🎉

⏳ Giveaway ends June 3, 2026 at NOON. The winner will be contacted directly by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce.

Please note: This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook. Winners will ONLY be contacted by the official Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce account.

Don’t want to wait? Anniversary t-shirts are available for pre-order now through June 4! https://business.manisteechamber.com/events/details/90th-manistee-national-forest-festival-anniversary-t-shirts-2746

05/29/2026

If you’ve been thinking about getting a 90th Manistee National Forest Festival shirt, this is your reminder. 👕🎉

These limited-edition anniversary t-shirts are ONLY available through pre-order, and June 4 is the last day to order.

Order yours here: https://business.manisteechamber.com/events/details/90th-manistee-national-forest-festival-anniversary-t-shirts-2746

05/19/2026

On Friday, May 15th, our Leadership Cohort completed their final day together with a mystery wrap-up retreat! Throughout the day, the cohort visited Big Bear Sportsman's Club in Kaleva, enjoyed lunch at Traks Bar & Grill, explored their creativity at The Purple Paintbrush, and ended the day at the Wander In.

While work on their community project is still underway, with a ribbon cutting planned in the coming weeks, the retreat was a great way to wrap up their instructional days together. What a wonderful way to celebrate a year of learning, growth, and connection!

Thank you to our sponsors— Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital, Filer Credit Union, West Shore Community College , Republic Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan — for their support of the Manistee Area Leadership Program!

04/23/2026

Big thank you to everyone who came out to support our Celebrity Bartending event last night! 🍸

We’re especially grateful to The Blue Slipper Tavern for hosting, and to our incredible celebrity bartenders, Kyle Gurzynski (Filer Credit Union), Jermaine Sullivan (City of Manistee, Jermaine Sullivan Realtor), and Dan Mesyar (Onekama Portagers School Page) for bringing the energy and making it such a fun and memorable evening. Cheers to a great night!