4 Devastating Fires.
9 Northern Michigan Families.
TWO Nights to Make a Difference. ❤️

Dear Bonz Beach Farms Family,

Over the past 45 days, FOUR devastating fires have struck families and businesses across Northern Michigan.

Homes have been lost. Businesses have been destroyed. Livelihoods have been interrupted. And families who were going about their everyday lives just weeks ago are now facing unimaginable challenges.

You may have seen some of our Facebook posts or GoFundMe updates, but we wanted to reach out personally to make sure EVERYONE knows what's happening — and how we can come together to help.

9 FAMILIES.
4 DEVASTATING FIRES.
2 NIGHTS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

We have TWO upcoming benefit events, and we're asking our Bonz Beach Farms community to help make both a MAJOR success!

🎭 NIGHT ONE: A PERFORMANCE FOR NORTHERN MICHIGAN

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH | 7:30 PM

Cheboygan Opera House — Cheboygan, Michigan

The Fine Arts Society of Detroit has GRACIOUSLY included four recent Northern Michigan fire victims as beneficiaries of its upcoming performance!

WHO ARE WE HELPING?

1. 211 Bar & Grill — Onaway, MI

Our FAVORITE local restaurant and gathering place was destroyed by fire overnight October 6th/7th, 2026, leaving its owners facing the loss of their business and employees facing uncertainty about their livelihoods.

2. Snow's Bar & Grill — Cedarville, MI

Another Northern Michigan restaurant has suffered a devastating fire in September 2026, leaving the people behind this local business facing an incredibly difficult road ahead.

3. The Farmer's Creamery — Mio, MI

This loss extends far beyond a single business.

SIX families own and rely on The Farmer's Creamery for their livelihoods. One devastating fire has placed the financial security of six separate families (and the community around them) in jeopardy.

4. The Amrhein Family — Wolverine, MI

Jenny and Jerry Amrhein and their 11 children lost their home to a devastating fire.

This family of 13 has been staying in a hotel for weeks while trying to navigate the enormous financial and emotional challenges of starting over.

Together, these four fires have directly affected NINE families — not counting the employees and others whose livelihoods have also been disrupted.

And now, we have an opportunity to help ALL of them.

🎟️ OUR GOAL: FILL THE CHEBOYGAN OPERA HOUSE!

We helped fill 29 seats yesterday, but there are still MORE THAN 480 SEATS OPEN!

Imagine the financial relief and encouragement these families could receive if our communities filled every seat.

OPTION 1: ATTEND THE PERFORMANCE!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy an evening of entertainment that supports neighbors in need.

PURCHASE TICKETS:
https://ci.ovationtix.com/36618/production/1290268?performanceId=11864995

OPTION 2: DONATE A TICKET! ❤️

Can't attend? Live too far away? Already have plans?

YOU CAN STILL HELP FILL THE OPERA HOUSE!

Purchase one or more donated tickets through Bonz Beach Farms, and we will coordinate the ticket purchase and ensure the tickets get into the hands of local attendees.

DONATE A TICKET:
https://bonzbeachfarms.com/products/the-therapist-cheboygan-opera-house-october-24th

We have just ONE WEEK to fill the Opera House. Let's make every seat count!

🍝 NIGHT TWO: A SPAGHETTI DINNER FOR THE AMRHEIN FAMILY

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH | 5:00 PM

Legion Hall
12900 South Straits Highway
Wolverine, MI 49799

Two weeks after the Opera House performance, Northern Michigan will have another opportunity to come together — this time specifically for the Amrhein family of Wolverine.

MEET JENNY, JERRY, AND THEIR 11 CHILDREN.

Imagine waking up one morning with a home full of children, memories, belongings, and the everyday comforts of family life.

Now imagine losing that home and nearly everything inside it to a fire.

For the Amrhein family, this isn't something they have to imagine. It's the reality they're living.

With 11 children, all under the age of 14, the challenges of finding temporary housing, replacing necessities, and eventually rebuilding are enormous.

They have been staying in a hotel for weeks, and the expenses continue to mount.

But their community is stepping up!

A benefit spaghetti dinner has been organized to help this family get back on its feet.

WHAT'S HAPPENING?

🍝 Spaghetti, salad, snacks, and desserts

🎟️ 50/50 raffle

🎁 Silent auction

Bring your family, enjoy a meal, and help another family rebuild theirs.

We have included the benefit flyer with this email, and we encourage you to share it with anyone who might be able to attend!

CAN'T MAKE THE DINNER? YOU CAN STILL HELP!

A GoFundMe has been established to support the Amrhein family directly.

DONATE TO THE AMRHEIN FAMILY:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuilding-after-our-house-fire-acc77

Every contribution, large or small, can help this family move one step closer to stability.

❤️ 9 FAMILIES. 2 NIGHTS. ONE NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMMUNITY.

We know times are difficult for many people, and not everyone is in a position to purchase tickets or make a donation.

But EVERYONE can help spread the word!

Forward this email to your friends and family.
Share these events on Facebook.
Mention them at church, at work, or around town.

Encourage someone you know to attend or sponsor a ticket.

1. Our immediate priority is filling the Cheboygan Opera House on October 24th.

2. Then, on November 7th, we hope to see an incredible turnout for the Amrhein family's spaghetti dinner in Wolverine (see flyer for details)

Over the past couple of weeks, we have been overwhelmed by the KINDNESS and generosity of those who have stepped forward to help.

We sincerely thank you.

If you have ANY questions, concerns, suggestions, or feedback, please reach out to us at bonzbeachfarm@gmail.com. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions.

Northern Michigan has been through so much these past few weeks.

9 FAMILIES. 4 FIRES. 2 NIGHTS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Let's show these families what happens when our communities REALLY come together.

FIRST, LET'S FILL THE OPERA HOUSE!

With sincere gratitude,

The Bonz Beach Farms Family

Onaway, Michigan
BonzBeachFarms.com