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September 2008
Fall shopping during the Douglas, MI sidewalk sale - there are great bargains to be had.

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 COMMUNITY RECREATION BRIDGEWALK-a grueling 0.19k bridge walk on Blue Star Highway. Follow the walk with a pancake breakfast. All proceeds will benefit Community Recreation Scholarships. For further information call Saugatuck Public Schools Community Recreation at (269) 857-1389.

1-7 TRADITIONALLY SPEAKING-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.


2-7 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-"Ain't Misbehavin" . Show goers are invited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this sassy, sultry, swingin' classic with the show's creator and original director, Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby Jr. With musical staging by Stamm, the revue evokes the humor and energy of American original Thomas "Fats" Waller. The comic and musical soul of 1930's Harlem lives on in what is considered one of Broadway's best. Performances Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8pm; Sunday, at 2 pm. For further information call (269) 857-4898 or go to masonstreetwarehouse.org

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

5 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

5 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.

6 YOUTH MINISTRY FALL KICK-OFF EVENT-6:00 - 8:00 p.m. outdoor games, bonfire, food. Open to 6-12th grade youth. Community Church of Douglas, for further information contact Mike Pontoni at (269) 857-1492 Ext 37.

8-9 TRADITIONALLY SPEAKING-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.

9 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


10 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


12 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


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


13 CLOTHESLINE ART SHOW-(part of the Heritage Festival)-Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club members display and sell their varied art works, at the Old School House, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-4707.


13-14 HERITAGE FESTIVAL-discover the rich historical, architectural, and agricultural heritage of the Saugatuck/Douglas area. Many fun, educational activities scheduled including the popular historic home tours, go to sdhistoricalsociety.org

13 DOUGALS DUTCHERS BASE BALL-Dutchers vs. The Ludington Mariners at Beery Field, Douglas, MI. at 4:00 p.m.

13-14 FIGURE IT OUT-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.


13 MT. BALDHEAD CHALLENGE-1k, 5, 15k runs for further information go to www.mtbaldhead.com


14 BARN RAISING-day long fundraiser with evening cabaret at the Red Barn Playhouse. For further information call (269) 857-5300 or go to redbarnsaugatuck.com

15-21 FIGURE IT OUT-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.


19 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

19 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.

22-28 FIGURE IT OUT-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.


26 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


26 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.


27 MAKE A WISH BENEFIT SHOW-the Make A Wish Foundation gives hope, strength and joy to children with life threatening medical conditions. Come out and support this remarkable organization. For further information call the Dunes Resort at (269) 857-1401.


28 ANNUAL BLUE COAST ARTISTS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE-join the artist's at their studios over Thanksgiving weekend from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a special holiday shopping experience and enjoy refreshments along the way. For further information call (269) 236-9260 or go to bluecoastartists.com


28 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.

29-30 FIGURE IT OUT-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.

 

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