February 2013

1 ROTARY CLUB & INTERACT CLUB SPAGHETTI DINNER

5 pm to 7:30 pm - Saugatuck High School, Interact Club and Saugatuck-Douglas Rotary are holding a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser to purchase water filtrations units and assist with travel expenses for Interact Students to travel to Dominican Republic in June 2013. Dinner will be held at Saugatuck High School, 401 Elizabeth Street. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and kids under 5 are free. For tickets or more info call (269) 455-0103 or email: mshaw@saugatuckps.com.

1 & 2 SAUGATUCK WINERY WEEKENDS

Sponsored by The Grand Escape Inns of Saugatuck (800)647-6023. A weekend package featuring Michigan wineries & wine. Call or visit our website grandescapeinns.com

1 -28 DRAWN FROM NATURE EXHIBIT

9 am - 4:30 pm on weekdays and during evening events. This ongoing exhibit at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts(SCA) features Plant Lithographs spanning four decades of Ellsworth Kelly's remarkable career. Kelly, one of the most notable living American abstractionists, has built an international reputation around painting, sculpture, and printmaking. This suite of prints comes from the Grand Rapid's Art Museum's permanent collection and is particularly intriguing because it demonstrates Kelly's longstanding fascination with organic form. Ten oversized works are featured in the Bertha Krueger Reid Exhibition Hall, along with the critically acclaimed Kelly documentary, "Fragments" that will play continuously in the gallery. Admission is free. For info, call (269) 857-2399 or visit sc4a.org.

2 BREW METHODS COFFEE CLASS

10am-12pm. Uncommon Grounds Roasting Facility & Coffee Institute ,6785 Enterprise Drive in Douglas, will take two single origin coffees and brew them using four different brew methods. You will find that the brew method makes a big difference in how a coffee tastes. This is a good way for you to understand what method works best for you and for your favorite coffee. Cost: is $15 per person and class sizes are limited. Sign up at shop.uncommongroundscafe.com. For more information email: ugwholesale@yahoo.com or call (269) 455-5111

2 & 3 SALES OF SAUGATUCK

11 am – 5 pm. Great shopping discounts from 10 to 75 % off in select stores. For more information, visit saugatuckdouglas.com or find us on Facebook. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association.

2 WINE PAIRING DINNER

The Belvedere Restaurant is offering an informative and fun wine pairing dinner series the first Saturday of the month. Wines from a particular region will be featured, paired with a six course gourmet meal prepared by Chef Shaun Glynn. The dinners focus on ingredients, dishes and style of cooking indigenous to the featured wine region. Call (269)857-5777 or visit www.thebelvedereinn.com.

3 SKY HEMPY KEYBOARD SERIES: MARK VALENTI

2pm. Join the SCA in the sunny Bob and Bobbie Lobby for an intimate keyboard performance of the Barber Sonata with the talented Mark Valenti. Mr. Valenti received his Master of Music from Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music from the Philadelphia Musical Academy and has studied with such notable teachers as Benjamin Whitten, Zoltan Kocsis and Mary Sauer. He has performed in France, Belgium, Hungary and Luxembourg as well as for former First Lady Barbara Bush in Washington, D.C. Admission: $10 per ticket (Students with ID and children 17 and younger are free). For more information, (269) 857-2399 or visit sc4a.org.

7 TRUE NUTRITION AT SATYA YOGA

6:30 pm – 7 pm. Thursday nights at Satya Yoga, 133 Butler Street in Saugatuck. In the age of information distinguishing fact from fiction is harder than ever. Satya means TRUTHFULNESS and we're here to help! Join Meghan and learn the truth behind today's foods and how to nurture and nourish yourself into well being. Walk Ins Welcome, Admission: $5 per class. (discounts if sign up for all classes) This week's topic: Eating Organic: avoiding pesticides, toxins and antibiotics. For more info call: (269) 857-7289 or visit: www.satyayogasaugatuck.com.

7 THE SEA OF GRASS

7 pm - Thursday night classic movie series at Saugatuck-Douglas District Library. This week - The Sea of Grass (1947) with Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy. Directed by Elia Kazan. Admission is free and so is the popcorn! Courtesy of the Friends of the Library. For more information visit www.sdlibrary.org or call (269) 857-8241.

7 REAL TO REEL

7 pm. The Invisible War: from Oscar® and Emmy® nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick. The film paints a startling picture: today, a female soldier in combat zones is more likely to be sexually assaulted by a fellow soldier than killed by enemy fire. The film exposes the epidemic, breaking open one of the most under-reported stories of our generation, to the nation and the world. Admission is $5/ SCA Members, Holland Area Arts Council Members & Students & $7 /Non-Members. Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street. For tickets or more info, call (269) 857-2399 or visit, sc4a.org.

10 MOVIE NIGHT 2013 - WINGS OF HOPE FUNDRAISER

7 pm. Movie Nights 2013 is a special fundraiser for Wings of Hope Hospice's Youth Grief Support programs. Wild Horse Wild Ride will be shown at the Old Regent Theater, 211 Trowbridge Street, Allegan. Admission is $10 per person. For more information or tickets call Wings of Hope, (269) 686-8659 or visit wingsofhopehospice.com.

12 MARDI GRAS PARADE

7 pm. Parade, food, fun, foolery in a small town atmosphere! This year's theme is "Star Spangled Mardi Gras". For more information contact (269) 857-4689 or (269) 857-1189.

12 POST PARADE MARDI GRAS BASH

New Orleans style Mardi Gras celebration immediately following the Douglas Parade. D.J. and prized at the Dunes Resort, Douglas. For more info call (269) 857-1401

14 TRUE NUTRITION AT SATYA YOGA

6:30 pm – 7 pm. Thursday nights at Satya Yoga, 133 Butler Street in Saugatuck. In the age of information distinguishing fact from fiction is harder than ever. Satya means TRUTHFULNESS and we're here to help! Join Meghan and learn the truth behind today's foods and how to nurture and nourish yourself into well being. Walk Ins Welcome, Admission: $5 per class. (discounts if sign up for all classes) This week's topic: Sugar Blues: what sugar does to the body and the dangers of artificial sweeteners. For more info call: (269) 857-7289 or visit: www.satyayogasaugatuck.com.

14, 15 & 16 SAY "I LOVE YOU" VALENTINE CELEBRATION

The romantic setting of The Belvedere Mansion-once given to a bride as a wedding gift from her husband-sets the scene for a five course candlelit dinner event for lovers (with lots of additional romantic touches) Call (269)857-5777 or visit www.thebelverereinn.com.

15 "CRAFTS AND COURSES" BEER/FOOD PAIRING

6:30pm. The Saugatuck Brewing Company hosts a beer and food pairing event in their Singapore Room. Five flavorful courses created from original recipes by SBC's talented chefs – all including SBC 'beergredients"! Vegetarian option is available. Cost is $35 ($30 for Pint Club Members). However, limited tickets are available in advance only at the Saugatuck Brewing Company. For more information, to make reservations or to view the event's menu call (269) 857-7222 or visit saugatuckbrewing.com.

16 PROFESSIONAL CUPPING COFFEE CLASS

10am-12pm. Uncommon Grounds Roasting Facility & Coffee Institute, 6785 Enterprise Drive in Douglas, will cup four different coffees during this class, Indonesian, African and Central American and examine the differences in the coffees. This will be a professional style cupping using the methods that professional cuppers use to evaluate coffees. We will also be cupping our newest arrival from one of our favorite partnership farmers from Honduras. Cost: is $15 per person and class sizes are limited. Sign up at shop.uncommongroundscafe.com. For more information email: ugwholesale@yahoo.com or call (269) 455-5111.

16 YOUR HEALING GIFT: AN INTRO TO ENERGY HEALING

1 pm - 4:30 pm. This workshop, led by licensed Healing in America trainer Nancy O'Donohue, will show you how to awaken your gift and invoke remarkable changes within your life. It includes energy healing tools you will be able to use immediately in a grounded, protected way. This introduction is informative, practical and fun, and is perfect for those who are curious, those interested in learning how to heal themselves and others, as well as those considering our weekend courses for spiritual or professional development. Satya Yoga, 133 Butler Street in Saugatuck. $45 per person. For more info or to register call: (269) 929-6796.

16 PARTNER YOGA AND COUPLES MASSAGE

5 pm - 6:15 pm (yoga workshop); massages subject to availablility. Explore deeper levels of connection and intimacy with this playful Yoga workshop and couple massage session! Come with a partner or a friend! Your couples massage session will be provided by Bella Vita Spa located directly across from Satya Yoga. Enjoy 50 minutes of swedish or deep tissue massage in Bella Vita's modern and luxurious day spa. You can choose to book your appointment for same day, or save your gift certificate for any day in 2013! Satya Yoga, 133 Butler Street in Saugatuck. $35 yoga for two (workshop only) or $149yoga for two + 50 min couples massage. For more info or to register call: (269) 857-7289 or email: info@satyayogasaugatuck.com.

16 PRESIDENT'S DAY WEEKEND RECEPTION

Noon - 5 pm. A special President's Day Weekend Reception at James Brandess Studios featuring artwork, music and hearty hors d'oeurves. 238 Butler Street, Saugatuck. For more info, call (269) 857-1937 or visit jamesbrandess.com.

16-17 WINTER BREAK GALLERY STROLL

12-5pm. Join the tradition of the Annual Winter Break Gallery Stroll. The studios and galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas host special exhibits, art demonstrations and receptions throughout the weekend. For info call (269) 857-1701.

17 SKY HEMPY KEYBOARD SERIES: ELLEN ROWE

2pm. Join us in the sunny Bob and Bobbie Lobby for an intimate keyboard performance of original jazz compositions and standards by the talented Ellen Rowe. Ellen Rowe has been described as "that rare 'triple threat' of pianist,composer-arranger, and teacher" (Arizona Daily Star), a title that until recently kept her too busy to actually record an album under her own name. Admission is $10 (Students with ID and children 17 and younger are free). Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street. For more information, (269) 857-2399 or visit sc4a.org.

20 WINE DINNER

Everyday People Café hosts a five course wine pairing dinner. For more information or to make reservations, 269-857-4240 or everydaypeoplecafe.com.

21 INTIGUING CONVERSATION: TASTING & TOURING MICHIGAN'S HOMEGROWN FOOD

7 pm. Author Jaye Beeler and photographer Dianne Carroll Burdick share their experiences creating this "Pure Michigan" themed cookbook. Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street. Admission is free. For more information, call (269) 857-2399 or visit sc4a.org.

21 TRUE NUTRITION AT SATYA YOGA

Note, No class this Thursday For more info on classes call: (269) 857-7289 or visit: www.satyayogasaugatuck.com.

21 STATE OF THE UNION

7 pm. Thursday night classic movie series at Saugatuck-Douglas District Library. This week -State of the Union (1948) with Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy. Directed by Frank Capra. Admission is free and so is the popcorn! Courtesy of the Friends of the Library. For more information visit www.sdlibrary.org or call (269) 857-8241.

22-24 PAMPER WEEKEND

Psst, want to know the best kept secret in Saugatuck?? Join the thousands who have spent a worry-free, relaxing, all-inclusive, budget-friendly, spa weekend being pampered. Call the girls and then call us! Twin Gables Inn (800)231-2185

26 HUNGRY VILLAGE TOURS COOKS AT SALT OF THE EARTH

6 pm - 8 pm. "Grind It: The Art of Making Sausage, paired with Michigan Brews". Cooking Class with Chef Matt Pietsch at Salt of the Earth located at 114 East Main Street in Fennville. Dinner will be together with Chef Matt. Recipes and some sausage to take home are included. For Reservations or more info call (269) 857-1700 or visit: hungryvillagetours.com.

28 TRUE NUTRITION AT SATYA YOGA

6:30 pm – 7 pm. Thursday nights at Satya Yoga, 133 Butler Street in Saugatuck. In the age of information distinguishing fact from fiction is harder than ever. Satya means TRUTHFULNESS and we're here to help! Join Meghan and learn the truth behind today's foods and how to nurture and nourish yourself into well being. Walk Ins Welcome, Admission: $5 per class. (discounts if sign up for all classes) This week's topic: Veganism/Vegetarianism: creative ways to get adequate nutrients. For more info call: (269) 857-7289 or visit: www.satyayogasaugatuck.com.

28 BEER SCHOOL 101 AT SAUGATUCK BREWING

7pm. The second of four monthly tasting events hosted by Saugatuck Brewing Company Sales Manager Scott Farney and brewers John Steward and Dexter Gauntlett. This month's theme is "All About Hops." The event is designed to further educate and develop the palate of you, the craft beer lover. Cost is $10 per person ($8 for Pint Club Members). For more information, call:(269) 857-7222 or visit: saugatuckbrewing.com.