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SABA CALENDAR OF EVENTS
2004 Many of the businesses and organizations that sponsor the following events have links to their websites through saugatuckdouglas.com. For more specific information about events, please explore our website and click on their name or use the phone numbers provided. |
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MAY 2004 1 DOUGLAS SPRING PREVIEW-shops, galleries and restaurants opening reception. 5:00-9:00 p.m. 1 BLUE COAST ARTIST STUDIOS-open for their 15th season for informationcall (269) 236-9260 or visit www.bluecoastartists.com 1-8 TULIP TIME FESTIVAL-celebrating
its 75th, Diamond Jubilee year. The 10-day event is ranked as
one of the top events in North America, listed in the top 20
events internationally and is the 4th largest flower festival
in the United States. Headline stars, 3 colorful parades, 1500
authentic Dutch costumed dancers, dinner and musical shows, children's 3-7 FELT MANSON TOURS- tour the mansion during Tulip Time Festival Week. Self-guided tours of the mansion will be Monday - Friday 2 to 4 p.m. daily, and Tuesday evening, May 4 from 7-9 p.m. For more information call Pat at (616) 896-7860. 4 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to 9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio/Hawk's Nest (269) 561-5782 11 A PASSION FOR PERENNIALS-by Don Hoekstra - Master Gardener and landscape designer , organizer of and buyer for th Frederick Meijer Gardens Spring Plant Sale, and dynamic speaker. He will feature his 80+ stunning slides of perennials - both rare and common, new and old - that you can incorporate into your garden. This program will be at The Felt Mansion at 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $8.00; at the doo, $10.00. For information call Pat (616) 896-7860 or email pjmeyer04@chartermi.net 14-15 A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM-Saugatuck High School will present Shakespeare's play (a vernacular version) at the high school stage. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. Cost is $8.00 16 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Home-Beery Field 1:00 P.M.) 18 COMMUNITY PRIDE DAY-join in planting botanicals along the streets of Saugatuck and Douglas. Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Garden Club. (Rain Date May 20). For further information call (269) 543-4345. 21-22 A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM-Saugatuck High School will present Shakespeare's play (a vernacular version) at the high school stage. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. Cost is $8.00 21-23 AMERICA'S FAVORITE GOLDEN GIRL OF COMEDY IS COMING TO SAUGATUCK AND YOU'RE INVITED!-Bea Arthur performes her Broadway and London hit show 'Just Between Friends' with Billy Goldenberg at the piano. A benefit for Mason Street Warehouse. 6:30 pm cocktail gala in the theatre lobby, 7:30 pm curtain - $100 OR 6:30 pm cocktail gala in the theatre lobby, 7:30 curtain AND post show special reception with Bea Arthur - $200. Tickets go on sale April 10 and may be purchased by calling the MasonStreet Warehouse box office 1t 269-857-4898 or by calling TicketsPLUS at 1-800-585-3737. 23 AMERICA'S FAVORITE GOLDEN GIRL OF COMEDY IS COMING TO SAUGATUCK AND YOU'RE INVITED!-Bea Arthur performes her Broadway and London hit show 'Just Between Friends' with Billy Goldenberg at the piano. A benefit for Mason Street Warehouse. 2:00 pm curtain - $75. Tickets go on sale April 10 and may be purchased by calling the Mason Street Warehouse box office 1t 269-857-4898 or by calling TicketsPLUS at 1-800-585-3737. 23 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Away-Indiana 2:00 P.M.) 29-30 BLUE COAST ARTISTS SPRING OPEN HOUSE-come see the artists new work and enjoy refreshments 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM for more information call (269) 236-9260 or visit www.bluecoastartists.com 29 ED GRAY STUDIO SPRING OPEN HOUSE-10 am to 5 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio at (269) 561-5782. 30 JAZZ CONCERT-8:00 p.m., Lakeshore Center for the Arts. For further information phone (269) 857-2287 or visit www.lakeshorejazzconnection.org 30 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine 200 indoor-200 under canopies - always the last Sunday of the month April through September 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (269) 735-3333. 31 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE-Butler Street, Downtown Saugatuck. 9:00 a.m. 31 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE-downtown
Douglas 10:00 a.m. 3 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 pm to 9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio at (269) 561-5782. 5 ART 'ROUND TOWN GALA OPENING-Noon
at Saugatuck's Visitor Information Booth on Butler Street. For
further information call (269) 857-5512. 6 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Home- Beery Field 1:00 P.M.) 10-13 WATERFRONT FILM FESTIVAL-An annual celebration of film including film screenings (16-20 films) and workshops in Saugatuck's downtown waterfront area. 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. (269) 857-8351. 12 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT-(Away-Grand Rapids 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.) 18 GEORGE BROWN STUDIO-artist reception - refreshments for George Brown and J.R. Gilpin. 5-10 PM for further information call (269) 857-1971 or (954) 468-1460 (Nov1-May1). 18-20 KOOREY CREATION'S SEASON OPENER- 12-8 p.m., 4th annual summer introduction to the extraordinary jewelry craftsmanship of Damian Koorey and family. Refreshments served. For further information call (269) 857-8050. 18 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of Salon style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances and auction. 19 SAUGATUCK ARTS & CRAFTS-10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas CVB. (269) 857-1701. 19 FENN VALLEY VINEYARDS AND WINECELLAR OPEN HOUSE-kick off the beginning of summer as we open our cellars for wine tasting, ethnic foods and live music. For further information call (269) 561-2396. 20 SUMMER SOLSTICE-at Sunrise, for further information call Ed Gray Studio/Hawk's Nest (269) 561-5782. 20 FOOTPRINTS OF THE ANCESTORS-full day hours TBA. Working in clay and copper the way of the ancestors. Included: all material and housing, students take care of their food needs. LOCATION: Eagle River, Mi., on Michign Keweenaw Peninsula. Housing at the Eagle River Inn. For further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782 24 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Home-Beery Field 7:00 P.M.) 26 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Away-Greenfield VIllage 1:30 P.M.) 26 JAZZ CONCERT-8:00 p.m., Saugatuck Woman's Club. For further information phone (269) 857-2287 or visitwww.lakeshorejazzconnection.org 26-27 ART ON CENTER-gallery reception, downtown Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-7737. 27 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASEBALL GAME-(Away-Rochester Hills 7:00 P.M.) 25 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances. 26-27 STICKS OBJECT ART & FURNITURE TRUNK SHOW-trunk show featuring hand wood burned and painted furniture, mirrors and sculptural items created by artist Sarah Hutchison from Des Moines, Iowa. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For further information (269) 857-1557. 27 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan
County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine 200 indoor-200
under canopies - always the last Sunday of the month April through
September 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (269) 735-3333 Art 'Round Town Walking Tour Continues Every Month 1-31 FOOTPRINTS-Ed Gray (JIKIWE) one person show footprints. Kerridge Gallery Community Arts Center, Hancock, MI. Artist reception and talk July 1, 2004 (7 to 9 pm). Copper, clay vessels and artist books and paper. For more information call 906-482-2333. 1-4 SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE-the longest running Broadway musical review in history. Smokey Joe's Cafe is a sexy stroll through the golden age of American rock-n-roll featuring smash hits like "Jailhouse Rock", "Hound Dog", "On Broadway" and"Stand By Me". Presented by Perrigo, Inc. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 2 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to 9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio/Hawk's Nest (269) 561-5782. 2 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon-style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performancesand auction. 3 WATERFRONT INVITATIONAL ART FAIR-juried fair in Cook Park, on the waterfront. Paintings, Jewelry, Pottery, etc. Displayed by 80 artists. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Art Club. (269) 857-4707. 4 FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION-parade 2:00 p.m., music Cook Park, 7:00 p.m. fireworks at dusk. Fireworks sponsored by Fireworks Committee, for further information call (269) 857-4110. 4 KAYAK THE FIREWORKS-join a guided tour on Lake Kalamazoo to watch fireworks. For further information call Running Rivers Kayak Rentals (269) 673-3698. 6-11 SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE-the longest running Broadway musical review in history. Smokey Joe's Cafe is a sexy stroll through the golden age of American rock-n-roll featuring smash hits like "Jailhouse Rock", "Hound Dog", "On Broadway" adn "Stand By Me". Presented by Perrigo, Inc. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 7 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 8-9 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club.(269) 543-9001. 9 SUMMER EVENING COOKOUT AT THE WINERY-enjoy a relaxing evening in our quiet country setting. You bring the grill-master and an appetite for fun and good food. We supply the wine, champagne, all the food, and live music. Reservations required. For further information call Fenn Valley Vineyards and Winecellar (269) 561-2396 10-11 SUMMER FUN WITH CLAY 2004-9am to 5 pm each day, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 10 OX-BOW SUMMER BENEFIT AUCTION-now in its 93rd year, the now legendary Summer Benefit returns! 6:00-10:00 p.m. Join us on the Ox-Bow campus for an evening of spirited bidding as we auction off art and other items created and donated by friends. Refreshments and dinner included. Tickets are available in advance only. Contact 312-899-7408 for more information. 13-18 SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE-the longest running Broadway musical review in history. Smokey Joe's Cafe is a sexy stroll through the golden age of American rock-n-roll featuring smash hits like "Jailhouse Rock", "Hound Dog", "On Broadway" adn "Stand By Me". Presented by Perrigo, Inc. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 14 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 15,16 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club.(269) 857-3287. 16 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon-style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances. No Auction. 17 MIDSUMMER'S EVE ON LAKE MICHIGAN HOME AND GARDEN TOUR-home & garden tour on estate overlooking shores of Lake Michigan includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvre, silent auction. Sponsored by Saugatuck-Douglas Garden Club For further information call (269) 857-1620 17 LIFE PATH: MARKS IN CLAY-9 am to 2 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 21 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 22-25 FULL GALLOP-the hilarious comic adventures of famed Vogue editor, Diane Vreeland, the high-priestess of fashion and fabulousness. Regional Premier. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 22,23 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club.(269) 857-3287. 23 SUMMER EVENING COOKOUT AT THE WINERY-enjoy a relaxing evening in our quiet country setting. You bring the grill-master and an appetite for fun and good food. We supply the wine, champagne, all the food, and live music. Reservations required. For further information call Fenn Valley Vineyards and Winecellar (269) 561-2396 25 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine 200 indoor-200 under canopies - always the last Sunday of the month April through September 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (269) 735-3333 25 COPPER BOWL FORGING-9am to 2 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 27-31 FULL GALLOP-the hilarious comic adventures of famed Vogue editor, Diane Vreeland, the high-priestess of fashion and fabulousness. Regional Premier. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 28 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 29 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-food, music, beer/wine vendors from local organizations, churches and restaurants. Downtown Douglas. 5:30-9 p.m. 29-30 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club.(269) 857-3287. 30 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon-style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances and auction. 31 VILLAGE SQUARE ART AND FINE CRAFT FAIR- Village Square, 10:00-5:00 p.m. Venetian Weekend in Saugatuck, sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Art Club. (269)857-4707. 31 KAYAK THE FIREWORKS-join a guided trip on Lake Kalamazoo to watch fireworks. For further information call Running Rivers Kayak Rentals (269) 673-3698. 31 HARBOR DAYS/VENETIAN NIGHTS-Lighted
Boat Parade, fireworks at dusk. Fireworks sponsored by The Fireworks
Committee for further information call (269) 857-4110. Art 'Round Town Walking Tour Continues Every Month 1 MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD-enjoy
concert recitals in our vintage garden 1 FULL GALLOP-the hilarious comic adventures of famed Vogue editor, Diane Vreeland, the high-priestess of fashion and fabulousness. Regional Premier. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 4 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 5 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-food, music, beer/wine vendors from local organizations, churches and restaurants. Downtown Douglas. 5:30-9 p.m. 5-8 BRIGHT IDEAS-murder, mayhem...pre-school. Some parents will do anything to get their child admitted. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 5-6 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club.(269) 857-3287. 6 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon-style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic \demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances. 8 COPPER BOWL FORGING-9 am to 2 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 8 MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD-enjoy concert recitals in our vintage garden each Sunday afternoon from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m. For further information call Fenn Valley Vineyards (269) 561-2396. 10-15 BRIGHT IDEAS-murder, mayhem...pre-school. Some parents will do anything to get their child admitted. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 11 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 12 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-food, music, beer/wine vendors from local organizations, churches and restaurants. Downtown Douglas. 5:30-9 p.m. 12-13 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-8:00 p.m. Saugatuck Women's Club. (269) 857-3287. 13 OX-BOW: FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. Join us every Friday night, when students from the previous week's classes mount a show in the tradition of salon-style displays. The work on display comes from all media including painting, ceramics, metals, papermaking and printmaking. In addition, the Ox-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) presents a show of work by Ox-Bow staff and Ox-Bow Fellows. Each event features an artistic demonstration, which in the past has included glassblowing, metalworking, papermaking in the lagoon, as well as puppet shows and other performances and auction. 14 SUMMER FUN WITH CLAY 2004-9 am to 5 pm each day, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 14 SUMMER'S EVENING COOKOUT AT THE WINERY-traditional summer cookout. We supply everything. Reservations required. Fenn Valley Vineyards (269) 561-2396. 14 BEER, BRATS & BLUEGRASS-an event at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, for further information call 269-857-2399. 15 MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD-enjoy concert recitals in our vintage garden each Sunday afternoon from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m. For further information call Fenn Valley Vineyards (269) 561-2396. 18 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 19-22 WICKED CITY-a musical comedy set deep in the world of Hollywood film noir. Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 19 SAUGATUCK SIDEWALK SALE-9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. downtown Saugatuck.Lots of fun, merchandise at great prices. Sponsored by downtown Saugatuck Merchants. (269) 857-3133 19 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-food, music, beer/wine vendors from local organizations, churches and restaurants. Downtown Douglas. 5:30-9 p.m. 21 LIFE PATH: MARKS IN CLAY-9 am to 2 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 22 MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD-enjoy concert recitals in our vintage garden each Sunday afternoon from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m. For further information call Fenn Valley Vineyards (269) 561-2396. 24-29 WICKED CITY-a musical comedy set deep in the world of Hollywood film noir, Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 25 ENGLISH GARDEN TEA-Earthly Expressions Secret Courtyard Garden 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for further information call (616) 844-0683. 26 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-food, music, beer/wine vendors from local organizations, churches and restaurants. Downtown Douglas. 5:30-9 p.m. 29 TASTE OF SAUGATUCK-12 p.m.-7:00 p.m. a street festival of fine foods sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas CVB and area restaurants. For further information call (269) 857-1701. 29 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine 200 indoor-200 under canopies - always the last Sunday of the month April through September 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (269) 735-3333. 30 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to
9 pm, for further information 31 WICKED CITY-a musical comedy
set deep in the world of Hollywood film noir. Performances Tuesday
through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00
and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse
(269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org Art 'Round Town Walking Tour Continues Every Month 1-5 WICKED CITY-a musical comedy set deep in the world of Hollywood film noir Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and performances on Sunday at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. For further information call Mason Street Warehouse (269) 857-4898 or go to their website at www.masonstreetwarehouse.org 4-6 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE-downtown Douglas 10-5 PM.For additional information call the Saugatuck-Douglas Library (269) 857-1307. 4-6 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com Group tours available. 6 DOUGLAS BLUE STAR BRIDGE WALK-9:30 a.m., true test of fitness! Our 600-foot trek over the Village bridge. Sponsored by the Douglas Historical Preservation Committee. 10-18 ALLEGAN COUNTY FAIR-150th year Allegan County Fairgrounds (269) 673-6501. 11-12 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com Group tours available. 11 JAZZ CONCERT-8:00 p.m., Saugatuck Woman's Club. For further information phone (269) 857-2287 or visit www.lakeshorejazzconnection.org 12 CLASSIC CAR SHOW (3RD ANNUAL)-vintage autos in immaculate condition ondisplay 11:00 am to 4:00 PM. Downtown Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-1438. 17-19 HERITAGE FESTIVAL-discover the rich historical, architectural, and agricultural heritage of the Saugatuck/Douglas area. Many fun, educational activities will be scheduled including historic home tours, trolley tours, guided tours of Crane's Orchards and Fenn Valley winery, band-shell concerts in Wicks Park, Native American drumming, Riverfire. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. For further information visit our website http://sdhistory.accn.org 18 MT. BALDHEAD CHALLENGE-15k and 5k run, 9 a.m. (269) 857-1389 18 ANNUAL SEPTEMBER ADOPT-A-BEACH-join other volunteers to help rid Michigan's waterways of unwanted trash. For futher information call 866-850-0745 or go to www.lakemichigan.org 18-19 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com Group tours available. 20-26 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 22 AUTUMNAL EQUINOX-Sunrise, for further information call Ed Gray Studio/Hawk's Nest (269) 561-5782. 24-26 PIT FIRING WORKSHOP-(Fri 6 pm to 9 pm Sat. and Sun 9 am to 5 pm), for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 25 CHILI BLAST-family fun, entertainment and plenty of chili. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Area Business Association. (269) 857-4875. 26 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine 200 indoor-200 under canopies always the last Sunday of the month April through September 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (269) 735-3333. 27-30 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com Group tours available. 28 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to
9 pm, for further information Ed GrayStudio/Hawk's Nest (269)
561-5782. 1-3 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 2 ED GRAY STUDIO FALL OPEN HOUSE-10 am to 5 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 2-3 BLUE COAST ARTISTS 15TH ANNUAL FALL TOUR OF STUDIOS-enjoy a weekend filled with demonstrations and refreshments. For more information call (269) 236-9260 or visit www.bluecoastartists.com 4-10 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 7-10 CRANE'S HAUNTED CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) Thursday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 8 GALLERY STROLL PREVIEW RECEPTION-artist reception and refreshments. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For further informaiton call (269) 857-1971 or (954) 468-1460 (Nov1-May1). 8 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BIRDHOUSE AUCTION-held at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, for information call 269-857-2399. 8-10 19TH ANNUAL GOOSE FESTIVAL-sponsored by the Fennville Area Chamber of Commerce. Arts & Crafts, parades, entertainment, raffle. (269) 561-5550 or (269) 561-5013 9 DOUGLAS OCTOBERFEST-downtown Douglas 6-9 p.m. 9 JAZZ CONCERT-8:00 p.m., Saugatuck Woman's Club. For further information phone (269) 857-2287 or visit www.lakeshorejazzconnection.org 9-10 GALLERY STROLL OPEN HOUSE RECEPTIONS-at participating art galleries in Saugatuck/Douglas. Featuring original artists, hors d'oeuvres and music! 11-17 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 11-17 CRANE'S HAUNTED CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) Thursday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 18-24 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 18-24 CRANE'S HAUNTED CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) Thursday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 25-31 CRANE'S CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) hours Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sautruday and Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 25-30 CRANE'S HAUNTED CORN MAZE-(weather permitting) Thursday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00. For further information call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 28 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to 9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 30 HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL-10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., country music, entertainment,storytelling, arts & crafts featuring Harvest and Christmas items, parade, events. Village Square. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas CVB. (269) 857-1701. 30 DOWNTOWN DOUGLAS HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION AND PARADE-adult time to dress up and parade down Center Street. 10 p.m. 30 HALLOWEEN BASH-Halloween Party, DJ, costume contest. Immediately following Village of Douglas Parade at the Dunes Resort. For further information call (269) 857-1401. 31 CRANE'S HAUNTED CORN MAZE-(weather
permitting) Sunday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00. For further information
call (269) 561-8651 or go to the website www.craneorchards.com 11 - 11:00 AM Veterans' Day
Ceremony, Saugatuck. 19 NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS-open house, food and drink and a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree. Sponsored by Downtown Saugatuck Merchants. (269) 857-3133. 19-21 ANNUAL PRE-HOLIDAY SALE-art glass, jewelry, bronzes, paintings, lamps and much more all on sale. For further information call Czarina's Treasure (269) 857-7216. 20 DOUGLAS HOLIDAY PREVIEW-shops, galleries, restaurants Holiday Opening Reception 5-9 p.m. Douglas Christmas Ornament signing at Olde HouseAntiques. 20-21 THE SAUGATUCK CHILDREN'S FILM FESTIVAL-the second annual program will show films that are appropriate for children ranging from 4 to 18, as well as adults; the fetival schedule will appear on the Saugatuck Center for the Arts website at www.sc4a.org by September; about 30 independently produced films and at least two seminars will be offered. 25 SAUGATUCK'S SPARKLE 2004-Official holiday lighting ceremony. 7:00 p.m. Witness 500,000 lights turned on at Wick's Park Gazebo-Water Street. Visit with Santa; sing along with carolers, free refreshments. (269) 857-1827. 26-27 ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR-help at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, for further information call 269-857-2399. 26-28 ED GRAY STUDIO HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE-10 am to 5 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 26 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to
9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio 26-27 HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS
FAIR-Thanksgiving weekend at Saugatuck 26-28 BLUE COAST ARTISTS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE-10:00 am to 6:00 PM. For more information call (269) 236-9260 or visit www.bluecoastartists.com 26-28 KOOREY CREATION'S HOLIDAY
REGISTRY-make you loved one's shopping easy and register those
unforgettable jewelry creations for Christmas. Extra savings
on all registered items. For further information call (269) 857-8050. 3-4 A DICKENS CHRISTMAS DINNER-celebrate Christmas at the Kirby House, a place that Victorian writer Charles Dickens would have called "Christmas Past". Your package includes a holiday hors d'oeuvre party on Friday night, a six-course candlelight gourmet dinner on Saturday evening, and a souvenir gift. During your weekend you can also enjoy horse drawn carriage rides in downtown Saugatuck along with your holiday shopping. For further information call 800-521-6473. 3-4 CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT PROGRESSIVE DINNER-weekend lodging, dining and entertainment package sponsored by The Grand Escape Innsof Saugatuck. (800) 647-6023. www.grandescapeinns.com Come celebrate our 20th anniversary. 4 HOLIDAY TABLES-event held at Saugatuck Center for the Arts. For further information call 269-857-2399. 4 CHRISTMAS PARADE IN DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK- 1:00 p.m.,sponsored by The Saugatuck/Douglas CVB. (269) 857-1701. 4-5 HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES-12:00-9:00 p.m. Saturday, 12:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, downtown Saugatuck, sponsored by Saugatuck Area Business Association. (269) 857-1701. 5 MESSIAH-held at Saugatuck Center for the Arts. For further information call 269-857-2399. 10-11 A DICKENS CHRISTMAS DINNER-celebrate Christmas at the Kirby House, a place that Victorian writer Charles Dickens would have called "Christmas Past". Your package includes a holiday hors d'oeuvre party on Friday night, a six-course candlelight gourmet dinner on Saturday evening, and a souvenir gift. During your weekend you can also enjoy horse drawn carriage rides in downtown Saugatuck along with your holiday shopping. For further information call 800-521-6473. 10-11 CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT PROGRESSIVE DINNER-weekend lodging, dining and entertainment package sponsored by The Grand Escape Inns of Saugatuck. (800) 647-6023. www.grandescapeinns.com Come celebrate our 20th anniversary. 10-12 CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL-Dickens' classic Christmastale featuring Ebeneezer Scrooge, various ghosts and an assortmentof lovable Londoners, brought to life by community performers. Fri/Sat at 8 p.m. Sun at 7 p.m.; Sat Matinee at 2 p.m. Performances at The Saugatuck Woman'sClub Tickets (269) 857-1701. 11-12 HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES-12:00-9:00 p.m. Saturday, 12:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, downtown Saugatuck, sponsored by Saugatuck Area Business Association (269) 857-1701. 18-19 CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL-Dickens' classic Christmastale featuring Ebeneezer Scrooge, various ghosts and an assortmentof lovable Londoners, brought to life by community performers. Fri/Sat at 8 p.m. Sun at 7 p.m.; Sat Matinee at 2 p.m. Performances at The Saugatuck Woman's Club Tickets (269) 857-1701 18-19 HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE
RIDES-12:00-9:00 p.m. Saturday, 21 WINTER SOLSTICE-Sunrise, for further information call Ed Gray Studio (269) 561-5782. 26 FULL MOON DRUMMING-7 to
9 pm, for further information call Ed Gray Studio 30-31 NEW YEAR'S EVE AT THE KIRBY-ring in the new year "In Style!" Join us onDecember 30th for a welcoming celebration with other guests and enjoyhors d' oeuvre's , drinks, and fun! On December 31st a seven course dinnerwith complimentary wine and champagne rings in the new year. Fireworks blast off at midnight. Your getaway concludes with a fabulous breakfast on New Year's day. For further information call 800-521-6473. 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE FIREWORKS-Sponsored by The Fireworks Committee for further information call (269) 857-4110. 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE BASH-the
areas largest New Year's Eve Party. Doors open 9:00 p.m. DJ,
show, food, bar. Party till 4:00 a.m. For further 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA-held
at Saugatuck Center for the Arts. For further information call
269-857-2399. 28-29 WOMAN'S PAMPER WEEKEND-let
yourself be pampered at The Twin Gables Inn; food, wine manicure
& massage. For further information call 800-231-2185. 4-5 SAUGATUCK WINERY WEEKEND-weekend lodging, dining and entertainment package. Grand Escape Inns (800) 647-6023 www.grandescapeinns.com Come celebrate our 20th anniversary. 8 MARDI GRAS PARADE FOOD, FUN, FOOLERY-in a small town atmosphere! New Orleans style parade through downtown Douglas and ending at a loca lrestaurant and bar for prizes and dancing. Starts at 7:00 p.m. (269) 857-1438 8 DOUGLAS MARDI GRAD AFTER PARADE PARTY-DJ, band, show, food. Village of Douglas Mardi Gras Party immediately after parade. The Dunes Resort (269) 857-1401. 25-26 WOMAN'S PAMPER WEEKEND-let
yourself be pampered at The Twin Gables Inn; food, wine manicure
& massage. For further information call 800-231-2185 11-12 MURDER MYSTERY-weekend lodging, dining and entertainment package sponsored by The Grand Escape Inns of Saugatuck. (800) 647-6023 www.grandescapeinns.com Come celebrate our 20th anniversary. 18-19 WOMAN'S PAMPER WEEKEND-let yourself be pampered at The Twin Gables Inn; food, wine manicure & massage. For further information call 800-231-2185 SAUGATUCK/DOUGLAS HISTORICAL
MUSEUM-735 Park Street PANCAKE BREAKFASTS-Masons:
8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck 1st Sunday
every month. St. Peters: 8:00 a.m. Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck
2nd Sunday every month. |
