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 1:00 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

6-7 SAUGATUCK WINERY WEEKEND-enjoy a gourmet dinner with award winning wines from Michigan wineries! Hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine tasting at Friday evening's welcome party. Saturday evening. Prepare your palate for a 5 course gourmet dinner with special vintner selected recipes. Each course will be paired with a different Michigan wine! The perfect weekend for those thirsting for knowledge....or just thirsting! Sponsored by The Grand Escape Inns. For further information call 800 647-6023 or go to www.grandescapeinns.com

13-14 THE LUCK OF THE IRISH AT THE BELVEDERE INN!-may the road rise up to meet you and take you to the Belvedere Inn where Chef Shaun Glynn (Galway, Ireland) will be your host for this special St. Patrick's Celebration! Join Shaun Friday evening for hors d'oeuvres and the popular "So you think you are Irish" trivia contest with prizes galore! On Saturday, enjoy a full Irish Breakfast with imported fair from Ireland and head to the parade. This award winning Chef will prove that food in Ireland is not always about corned beef and cabbage as a four course Irish Themed dinner on Saturday awaits you. Minimum night stays apply. This package also includes a breakfast on Sunday morning. This dine and lodge package is available to guests at both The Belvedere Inn & Bentley Waterfront Suites, properties of www.BoutiqueInnsOfSaugatuck.com

14 ST. PATRICK'S DAY FESTIVAL-5th Annual. Parade 2:00 pm. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Convention & Visitors Bureau. For further information call (269) 857-1701

14 7TH ANNUAL PUB PARTY-annual celebration at Coral Gables featuring traditional Irish food, live & silent auction, music and fun. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. For more information go to sdhistoricalsocitey.org

20-21 MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND-24th season. The intrigue begins at the welcome party on Friday when you meet your counterparts from other inns. Saturday you gather in costume and transform yourself into another era and another personality. The drama unfolds for a suspenseful dinner as you assume your role as a suspect, murderer, victim or detective. Solving the murder is the ultimate goal, but the objectives are fund & excitement. Weekend lodging, dining and entertainment package. The Grand Escape Inns, grandescapeinns.com or 800-647-6023.

27-28 CULINARY COOKING CLASS-advance your culinary skills with this gourmet getaway. Friday night meet your classmates at our "get acquainted party". At Saturday's class you'll be chopping, dicing, slicing, kneading, washing, and learning as you prepare Saturday's dinner. During dinner you will be learning plate and serving presentation, garnishing and wine selection. Call the Kirby House for details 800-521-6473.

27-29 GIRLS GETWAWAY WEEKEND-Come for a little R&R at a B&B in Saugatuck! Work stressing you out? Kids driving you crazy? Midwinter blahs bring you down about this time? Bring a friend for some rest and relaxation in Saugatuck! Reconnect with your mother, daughter, sisters, best friends, or come to make new friends. You are sure to return home rejuvenated and refreshed! For more information call the Newnham Suncatcher Inn at (269) 857-4249 or go to suncatcherinn.com

27-28 HOUSE HUNTERS, BELVEDERE INN STYLE-this is not a sales pitch or one of those profit shares that we all have been victims of at sometime. This is a fun filled weekend for those that just like to nose around town and our homes on the market…from $200,000 to $2,000,000! The weekend begins with a welcome hors d'oeuvres reception Friday evening with other fellow House Hunters. On Saturday morning after breakfast, view a slide presentation on the history of house buildings and architecture of the area. Then off to tour the homes! The tour is capped with a tour of "Stag's Leap", the personal home of your Belvedere Inn hosts, along with an afternoon tea. Enjoy your own personal time and join your new friends for a 4 course dinner Saturday evening. This package also includes breakfast on Sunday morning and is available to guests at both The Belvedere Inn & Bentley Waterfront Suites, properties of www.BoutiqueInnsOfSaugatuck.com