Saugatuck and Douglas Michigan area attractions
Downtown restaurants, galleries and shops in the quaint town of Douglas, MI
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Copyright 1996-2006 - Saugatuck/Douglas Convention & Visitors Bureau - All Rights Reserved
Photography by Felicia Fairchild - All Rights Reserved

November 2008
A stroll along the quaint streets of downtown Douglas reveals many restaurants, galleries and shops.

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

1-2 HOT AND COLD-Annual glass show. 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.

3-9 Annual glass show. 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.

7-8 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.

10-16 HOT AND COLD-Annual glass show. 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.

17-22 6TH ANNUAL CHILDREN'S FILM FESTIVAL-10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts. Artful, educational, funny, thought-provoking films for young audiences (made by both adult and young filmmakers). For further information go to sc4a.org or call the SCA at (269) 857-2399 weekdays from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m.

17-23 Annual glass show. 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.


21-22 HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES-Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday, 12-6 p.m. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association.


21 A NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS-Saugatuck welcomes the Christmas Season. For further information call (269) 857-1620.


21 WORLD CLASS WINE DINNER SERIES-at the Dining Room at Clearbrook, 7:00 P.M. Exceptional wines paired with gourmet cuisine from Clearbrook's award winning wine room & professional culinary schooled chef's. For reservations call (269) 857-2000 Ext. 113 at least 3 days ahead.


22 DOWNTOWN DOUGLAS HOLIDAY PREVIEW-Douglas welcomes the Christmas Season from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

24-30 HOT AND COLD-Annual glass show. 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.


27 A THANKSGIVING FEAST TO REMEMBER AT THE BELVEDERE INN!-why should you always cook the turkey? Chef Shaun Glynn (Galway, Ireland) blends tradition with gourmet and elegance with a spectacular traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at 3 p.m., turkey and all the trimmings. We prepare enough to ensure leftovers for the famous turkey sandwiches later that evening. Minimum night stays apply. Dinner is also included each additional night along with breakfast. This dine and lodge package is available to guests at both The Belvedere Inn & Bentley Waterfront Suites, properties of www.BoutiqueInnsOfSaugatuck.com

28-30 BLUE COAST ARTISTS ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE-11AM-5PM join the artist's at their studios over Thanksgiving weekend for a special holiday shopping experience and enjoy refreshments along the way. (269) 236-9260 or bluecoastartists.com


28 SAUGATUCK'S SPARKLE 2008-official holiday lighting ceremony. 7 pm. Witness thousands of lights turned on at Wick's Park Gazebo-Water Street. Visit with Santa; sing along with carolers, free refreshments. For further information call (269) 857-2613.

 

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