SAUGATUCK/DOUGLAS HISTORICAL MUSEUM-
735 PARK STREET (AT THE FOOT OF MOUNT BALDHEAD) SAUGATUCK. THE AWARD WINNING MUSEUM WILL FEATURE AN EXHIBIT TITLED "MOMENTS IN TIME. THE MUSEUM IS OPEN DAILY, NOON TO 4 PM FROM SATURDAY, MAY 29, TO SEPTEMBER 4. OPEN WEEKENDS IN SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER. SPECIAL SHOWING AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS BY REQUEST. THE MUSEUM IS LOCATED IN THE OLD PUMPHOUSE ON THE WEST SHORE OF THE KALAMAZOO RIVER. PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT MT. BALDHEAD PARK, OR TAKE THE CHAIN FERRY FROM SAUGATUCK ACROSS THE RIVER - THE MUSEUM IS A SHORT WALK TO THE NORTH. THIS IS AN EXHIBIT NOT TO BE MISSED. MUSEUM GIFT SHOP FEATURES MANY AWARD WINNING BOOKS ON LOCAL HISTORY. FREE ADMISSION; DONATIONS APPRECIATED (269) 857-7900. sdhistoricalsociety.org

PANCAKE BREAKFAST-MASONS: 9 AM-1PM., BLUE STAR HIGHWAY, SAUGATUCK 1ST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH. ST. PETERS: 8AM, BLUE STAR HIGHWAY, SAUGATUCK 2ND SUNDAY EVERY MONTH.

KHNEMU STUDIO & GALLERY-EVERY SUNDAY 1:30 PM TO 3:00 PM YEAR 'ROUND, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, PLAY WITH CLAY-A UNIQUE ONE TIME OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE THROWING ON THE POTTER'S WHEEL WITH INSTRUCTION. THIS IS TO BE USED AS AN EXPERIENCE, DUE TO THE NATURE OF CLAY IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO BRING YOUR WORK MADE DURING THE EVENT HOME - DRESS TO GET DIRTY

FOR INFORMATION ON ARTS AND CULTURAL PERFORMANCES, CLASSES, AND WORKSHOPS CONTACT THE SAUGATUCK CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT (269) 857-2399 OR www.sc4a.org

 

2008 IS CORAL GABLES 50TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR. JULY IS DESIGNATED AS THEIR CELEBRATION MONTH.

1-6 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-theatre production "Das Barbecu" Wagner's Ring Cycle is spun as a Texas fable featuring mismatched lovers who meet on the day of their shotgun wedding, three generations of feuding families, a magic ring, wild west lariat tricks, a synchronized swimming revue and a tribute to the joys of guacamole. Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 pm; Sunday July 6 at 2 pm. For further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.org

1-6 PLAYFUL OBJECTS-whimsical works reception 6-8 pm. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas, new gallery artists show off new works. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

2 MUSIC IN THE PARK-live performances at the Wicks Park Gazebo on Water Street, Saugatuck. Performance time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association

4 SAUGATUCK GREEN MARKET-fresh produce, floral, and artisan food products from local farmers and vendors. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 857-2399

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 ANNUAL SUMMER RECITAL SERIES-at All Saints' Episcopal Church, Saugatuck (corner of Hoffman and Grand). Recital times 12:10 to 12:40 PM. For further information, please call All Saints' at (269) 857-5201.

4 FIRST FRIDAYS IN FENNVILLE-music, food and games in the orchards at Crane's in Fennville from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and then head on down to "1st Fridays" in Fennville for more fun! For further information go to www.cranespiepanty.com or call (269) 561-2297.

4 EXPRESS YOURSELF ART BARN-Friday night art in the barn. Roll up your sleeves and join in the fun. Make your own art in an 1880's barn. For further information call (269) 857-5566.

5 WATERFRONT INVITATIONAL FINE ARTS FAIR-juried fine arts fair in Cook Park, on the waterfront. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club. For further information call (269) 857-4707.

5 THE CAPITOL STEPS-at Saugatuck High School, Elizabeth Street, Saugatuck at 8:00 p.m. What could be bigger than this roller coaster election year? The Capitol Steps singing about it! The Steps bring their witty brand of political satire to Saugatuck for this special 4th of July weekend engagement. The Capitol Steps have recorded 27 albums, including their latest, Springtime for Liberals, and have appeared on "Good Morning America," the "Today Show," "20/20," "Entertainment Tonight," "Nightline," CNN's "Inside Politics," and dozens of times on National Public Radio's "All Things Considered." For further information call (269) 857-2399 9 to 5 Monday through Friday EST.or go to www.sc4a.org

7-13 PLAYFUL OBJECTS-whimsical works reception 6-8 pm. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas, new gallery artists show off new works. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

8 WEST MICHIGAN DRUM CIRCLE-held at Shore Acres Park which is owned by Laketown Township and is right in front of the Felt Mansion, drumming starts at 6:30 p.m. and wraps up around 8:00 p.m., there is a pavilion down across the soccer and softball field to use if it is raining. The event is only cancelled in case of tornado warning. The drumming is open to the community type drum circle and is free. For further information visit groups.yahoo.com/group/wmdc

9 MUSIC IN THE PARK-live performances at the Wicks Park Gazebo on Water Street, Saugatuck. Performance time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association

10 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-entertainment and various food vendors. Held at Berry Park in downtown Douglas, 5:30-9:00 p.m.

10-11 CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERTS-classical chamber music presented in an intimate setting at Saugatuck Woman's Club at 8:00 p.m. For details and more information visit www.saugatuckmusic.org.

11 SAUGATUCK GREEN MARKET-fresh produce, floral, and artisan food products from local farmers and vendors. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 857-2399

11 EXPRESS YOURSELF ART BARN-Friday night art in the barn. Roll up your sleeves and join in the fun. Make your own art in an 1880's barn. For further information call (269) 857-5566.

11 ANNUAL SUMMER RECITAL SERIES-at All Saints' Episcopal Church, Saugatuck (corner of Hoffman and Grand). Recital times 12:10 to 12:40 PM. For further information, please call All Saints' at (269) 857-5201.

11-13 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-theatre production "As Bees in Honey Drown" In an age that focuses on image, life is not always as it appears. When a mysterious woman who's made the world of celebrity her home invites a 'hot, young- thing-of-the-moment' novelist to write the screenplay of her life story, viewers discover life's characters present unexpected twists, and a person can convince himself (or herself) of almost anything. Performances Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays, at 7 pm. For further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.orgFor further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.org

12 OX-BOW SUMMER BENEFIT ART AUCTION-Ox-Bow's legendary summer benefit is a fantastic evening of good conversation, outstanding nature, and spirited bidding on over 100 pieces of art donated by friends and alumni. For more information, call (269) 857-5811 (after June1).

13 DOUGALS DUTCHERS BASE BALL-at 1:00 p.m. Dutchers vs. Portage Iron Diamonds; at 2:00 p.m. Dutchers vs. The Village of Winona Lake Blue Laws; at 3:00 p.m. The Village of Winnna Lake Blue Laws vs. Portage Iron Diamonds all at Beery Field, Douglas, MI.

13 BUTTON GALLERY-opening reception for oil painter Kenneth Cadwallader from Noon to 5:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 857-2175.

14-15 PLAYFUL OBJECTS-whimsical works reception 6-8 pm. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas, new gallery artists show off new works. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

15-20 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-theatre production "As Bees in Honey Drown" In an age that focuses on image, life is not always as it appears. When a mysterious woman who's made the world of celebrity her home invites a 'hot, young- thing-of-the-moment' novelist to write the screenplay of her life story, viewers discover life's characters present unexpected twists, and a person can convince himself (or herself) of almost anything. Performances Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays, at 7 pm. For further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.org

16 MUSIC IN THE PARK-live performances at the Wicks Park Gazebo on Water Street, Saugatuck. Performance time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association

17-18 CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERTS-classical chamber music presented in an intimate setting at Saugatuck Woman's Club at 8:00 p.m. For details and more information visit www.saugatuckmusic.org.

18 SAUGATUCK GREEN MARKET-fresh produce, floral, and artisan food products from local farmers and vendors. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 857-2399

18 EXPRESS YOURSELF ART BARN-Friday night art in the barn. Roll up your sleeves and join in the fun. Make your own art in an 1880's barn. For further information call (269) 857-5566.

18 FRIDAY NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS-7:30-10:00 p.m. at Ox-Bow. Join us on Friday nights when students, fellows and Professional Artists in Residence from the preceding week mount a salon style exhibition of their work. The work on display comes from a variety of media including painting, drawing, ceramics, metals, papermaking, printmaking, and glass. Ox-Bow's Friday Night Open Studios also feature an artistic demonstration. Past demos have included papermaking in the lagoon, glassblowing and casting, and collaborative demonstrations between studios like Print and Metals or Glass and Metals. Attendees are also encouraged to visit the Box-Bow Gallery (located in the Inn) to view the current show by the Ox-Bow staff and fellows. Additionally, guests are treated to a live auction of student, staff, and faculty work. This is a great opportunity to support emerging artists, while building your collection! Ox-Bow invites all guests to carpool or ride our free shuttle to the Friday Night Open Studios. For more information, call (269) 857-5811 (after June1).

18 ANNUAL SUMMER RECITAL SERIES-at All Saints' Episcopal Church, Saugatuck (corner of Hoffman and Grand). Recital times 12:10 to 12:40 PM. For further information, please call All Saints' at (269) 857-5201.

18-20 SOUVENIR-play at the Red Barn Playhouse at 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. The play is a comedy/drama about the career of Florence Foster Jenkins "the first lady of the sliding scale". For further information call (269) 857-5300 or go to www.redbarnsaugatuck.com

19 DOUGALS DUTCHERS BASE BALL-Dutchers vs. Kent at 1:00 p.m.; Dutchers vs. The Huntington Champion Hill Toppers at 2:00 p.m.; Kent vs. The Huntington Champion Hill Toppers at 3:00 p.m. all at Beery Field, Douglas, MI.

19 -20 URBAN INSTINCTS-artist reception from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

21-26 CORAL GABLES 50TH BIG WEEK CELEBRATION-they are planning continuous outdoor entertainment on the 26th from 12 noon till 12 midnight, plus an anniversary ceremony, as well as a mini carnival for the kids. For further information call (269) 857-2162.

21-27 URBAN INSTINCTS-artist reception from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

22-27 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-theatre production "As Bees in Honey Drown" In an age that focuses on image, life is not always as it appears. When a mysterious woman who's made the world of celebrity her home invites a 'hot, young- thing-of-the-moment' novelist to write the screenplay of her life story, viewers discover life's characters present unexpected twists, and a person can convince himself (or herself) of almost anything. Performances Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8pm; Sunday, at 2pm. For further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.org

23 MUSIC IN THE PARK-live performances at the Wicks Park Gazebo on Water Street, Saugatuck. Performance time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association

24 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-entertainment and various food vendors. Held at Berry Park in downtown Douglas, 5:30-9:00 p.m.

24-25 CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERTS-classical chamber music presented in an intimate setting at Saugatuck Woman's Club at 8:00 p.m. For details and more information visit www.saugatuckmusic.org.

25 SAUGATUCK GREEN MARKET-fresh produce, floral, and artisan food products from local farmers and vendors. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information call (269) 857-2399

25 EXPRESS YOURSELF ART BARN-Friday night art in the barn. Roll up your sleeves and join in the fun. Make your own art in an 1880's barn. For further information call (269) 857-5566.

25 ANNUAL SUMMER RECITAL SERIES-at All Saints' Episcopal Church, Saugatuck (corner of Hoffman and Grand). Recital times 12:10 to 12:40 PM. For further information, please call All Saints' at (269) 857-5201.

25-27 SOUVENIR-play at the Red Barn Playhouse at 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. The play is a comedy/drama about the career of Florence Foster Jenkins "the first lady of the sliding scale". For further information call (269) 857-5300 or go to www.redbarnsaugatuck.com

26 CORAL GABLES 50TH BIG CELEBRATION-they are planning continuous outdoor entertainment on the 26th from 12 noon till 12 midnight, plus an anniversary ceremony, as well as a mini carnival for the kids. For further information call (269) 857-2162

26 VENETIAN FESTIVAL-music and events during the day, lighted boat parade, fireworks at dusk. For further information call (269) 857-1701.

26 VILLAGE SQUARE ART & FINE CRAFTS FAIR-downtown in the Village Square, fine art & unique handmade crafts, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club. For further information call (269) 857-4707.

26 CHAINSAW ART PARTY-multiple chainsaw artists at work at Marcia Perry's Ark Gallery & Sculpture Studio. For more information call (269) 857-4210.

27 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS BASE BALL-Dutchers vs. The House of David Echos at Beery Field, Douglas, MI. at 2:00 p.m.

27 BUTTON GALLERY-Opening recepiton for Molly Baker, Richard Jordan, Connie Kuhnle, Maxine MacLeod, Diane Olsen - paintings of local subjects. For further information call (269) 857-2175.

27 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine. 200 indoors-200 under canopies-always the last Sunday of the month April-Sept 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For further information call (616) 735-3333.

28-31 URBAN INSTINCTS-artist reception from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Water Street Gallery in Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or go to www.waterstreetgallery.com.

30 MUSIC IN THE PARK-live performances at the Wicks Park Gazebo on Water Street, Saugatuck. Performance time 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association

31 CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERTS-classical chamber music presented in an intimate setting at Saugatuck Woman's Club at 8:00 p.m. For details and more information visit www.saugatuckmusic.org.