Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Start Time: 8:00 pm
Location: Saugatuck Center For The Arts
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
$50
Iconic performer Joan Baez comes to the SCA’s mainstage for a one-night only show. This intimate concert features Ms. Baez in a very special evening of conversation, longtime favorite melodies, and songs from her latest release, “Day After Tomorrow” which features songs by Steve Earle, Elvis Costello, and T-Bone Burnett. Ms. Baez has been an international musical force for 50 years, picking up 8 Gold records, the Grammy's prestigious "Lifetime Achievement Award", and a multitude of honors along the way.
This is Ms. Baez’s only Michigan appearance during the tour – don’t miss this opportunity to experience her music in the SCA’s 400-seat theatre.
TICKETS on sale for SCA members Wed., August 25 + Thurs., August 26; on sale to the general public FRIDAY, August 27.
Contact-sc4a.org
Location Details
Saugatuck Center For The Arts
400 Culver St
Saugatuck MI 49453
Location Phone: 269-857-2399
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
SAUGATUCK CHILI COOK OFF
Date: Sunday, October 10, 2010
Start Time: 1:00 pm End Time: 5:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Enjoy chili from your favorite area restaurants while listening to many of your favorite local performers. Wicks Park parking lot from 1-5pm. Admission $5, kids free. For further information call River Market @ (616) 886-0749.
Start Time: 1:00 pm End Time: 5:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Enjoy chili from your favorite area restaurants while listening to many of your favorite local performers. Wicks Park parking lot from 1-5pm. Admission $5, kids free. For further information call River Market @ (616) 886-0749.
SOUTH HAVEN TO SAUGATUCK HARVEST COUNTRY ROAD RALLY
Date: Saturday, October 9, 2010
Start Time: 2:00 pm End Time: 5:30 pm
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
2pm - 5:30pm
South Haven area farms
Contact: (866) 254-4633
The Road Rally is fun for all ages...and includes an amazing amount of door prizes. There is no particular advantage to being "local"--navigation clues & maps are distributed.
Tickets are available in advance for just $15 per car.
Make plans to bring a carload of friends & family to this rollicking ride through the countryside. With a new departure point--Overhiser Orchards--you'll have a great time navigating rural roads and visiting our collection of farms. The Road Rally is NOT a race, but rather a time to see what's out and about, during harvesting season, throughout Lakeshore Harvest Country.
You'll have chance to get your pumpkin, try some wines or ciders, find decorative gourds and Indian corn, and enjoy the apple harvest while en route!
visit-lakeshoreharvestcountry.com
Start Time: 2:00 pm End Time: 5:30 pm
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
2pm - 5:30pm
South Haven area farms
Contact: (866) 254-4633
The Road Rally is fun for all ages...and includes an amazing amount of door prizes. There is no particular advantage to being "local"--navigation clues & maps are distributed.
Tickets are available in advance for just $15 per car.
Make plans to bring a carload of friends & family to this rollicking ride through the countryside. With a new departure point--Overhiser Orchards--you'll have a great time navigating rural roads and visiting our collection of farms. The Road Rally is NOT a race, but rather a time to see what's out and about, during harvesting season, throughout Lakeshore Harvest Country.
You'll have chance to get your pumpkin, try some wines or ciders, find decorative gourds and Indian corn, and enjoy the apple harvest while en route!
visit-lakeshoreharvestcountry.com
SAUGATUCK & DOUGLAS GALLERY STROLL WEEKEND
Date: Saturday, October 9-Sunday, October 10,2010
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 5:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
The studios and galleries of Saugatuck, Douglas and the surrounding area are preparing for their thirty-third annual Gallery Stroll Noon to 5pm. This year's event will be another art extravaganza with participating artist studios and galleries - many featuring artists working on site for the weekend.
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 5:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
The studios and galleries of Saugatuck, Douglas and the surrounding area are preparing for their thirty-third annual Gallery Stroll Noon to 5pm. This year's event will be another art extravaganza with participating artist studios and galleries - many featuring artists working on site for the weekend.
FENNVILLE GOOSE FESTIVAL
Date: Friday, October 8- Sunday, October 10, 2010
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
Downtown Fennville
Attendees are treated to a wide variety of activities throughout the weekend, including a craft show, parades, carnival, Loose Goose Trolley, Wild Goose Chase 5k Run & Gosling Run, live entertainment, dog show, car show and much more. For more information on this event call (269) 561-2981
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
Downtown Fennville
Attendees are treated to a wide variety of activities throughout the weekend, including a craft show, parades, carnival, Loose Goose Trolley, Wild Goose Chase 5k Run & Gosling Run, live entertainment, dog show, car show and much more. For more information on this event call (269) 561-2981
DOUGLAS, MI. OKTOBERFEST
Date: Saturday, October 2, 2010
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 8:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details
Downtown Douglas @ Beery Field; Come Enjoy Food, Drink, Games for the Kids, and Dance along with the Ein Prosit 35 piece traditional German Band!!!
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 8:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details
Downtown Douglas @ Beery Field; Come Enjoy Food, Drink, Games for the Kids, and Dance along with the Ein Prosit 35 piece traditional German Band!!!
SOUTH HAVEN TO SAUGATUCK BLUE COAST ARTISTS FALL STUDIO TOUR
Date: Saturday, October 2 & Sunday, October 3, 2010
Start Time: 10:00 am End Time: 6:00 pm
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
Blue Star Hwy (Between So. Haven & Saugatuck)
Contact: 269.236.9260
For over twenty years the Blue Coast Artists have been delighting and educating the public with their annual Fall Tour of Studios. Viewers are invited once again to experience the creative process in action on Saturday & Sunday, October 2nd and 3rd.
See a piece of pottery form, watch glass beads take shape in the torch, a tree come alive through brushstrokes, a piece of pottery become engulfed in flames during a Raku firing or watch colors come alive with felted wool. These are just a few of the demonstrations that art lovers of all ages are sure to enjoy during the 21st Annual Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour of Studios. This annual West Michigan autumn event runs from 10AM-6PM both days and is free of charge.
Over the past twenty-one years the tour has continued to be an educational and interesting experience for all, by offering a behind-the-scenes look into the studios of working artists.
The 2010 tour includes seven working artists' studios located between South Haven and Saugatuck. Each site features demonstrations, original artwork, refreshments and more. Hands-on art making projects, unique art abodes, a haunted garden and fall color makes this creative experience fun for the whole family. The tour can be completed in one day and a tour map is available at each site or on the web at: http://www.bluecoastartists.com/
The 2010 Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour includes:
1) Lattner Studio (319 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven) The studio of Suzi Lattner Zwissler features her original paintings and drawings in a variety of media. The gardens and woodland that surround her home inspire Suzi. She will be on hand demonstrating pastel drawing techniques.
2) Blue Star Pottery (337 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven) The studio of Mark Williams features handmade stoneware. Bowls, pitchers, casseroles, teapots and platters are embossed with Mark’s elegant textured designs, which he creates by uniquely combining the pottery techniques of textured slab and throwing on the pottery wheel. Come see his newly built salt kiln. Mark will open a new kiln load of his work daily on tour weekend.
3) Khnemu Studio LLC (6322 113th Ave., Fennville) Enjoy the fall harvest at this 1890's farm estate, complete with a restored barn which houses a unique contemporary fine art and craft gallery featuring over 20 Michigan Artists and the working studio of ceramic artist Dawn Soltysiak. Dawn will have wheel throwing, Raku pottery firing and also a "make & take" art opportunity for kids of all ages. Come and see the newly built down-draft car kiln in an old silo. Farm fresh pumpkins and popcorn are also available.
4) Blue Roan Studio (6301 122nd Ave., Fennville) This stop features the flame worked glass bead and wire sculptures of artist Jessica Bohus and an exhibition entitled "Dog Show” featuring Chihuahuas and many other breeds. Jessica will have a wide array of jewelry made with glass beads, silver & copper. The studio is in an1890’s schoolhouse with many original features including a swing set and blackboards and will Jessica will offer flameworked glass bead making demonstrations on both days.
5) Lakeshore Textiles (2750 60th St, Fennville) A textile artist for over 30 years Suzie Jenkins’ home and fiber studio is situated on a wooded tranquil setting overlooking a ravine Suzie’s “sheep to shawl” method uses naturally prepared raw wool, spun on a spinning wheel, and then woven on the hand loom. She uses sustainable materials as much as possible, and utilizes green techniques in her studio. Suzie will be honoring National Felt Day by offering felting demonstrations daily.
6) Lake Effect Pottery (2139 66th St., Fennville) Surrounded by vegetable and herb gardens, with her horses and chickens nearby, an antique turkey barn is the workplace for potter Lee Mckee. Lee makes oil lamps, French butter keepers and other affordable functional pottery. Lee will demonstrate pottery making techniques during Fall Tour.
7) Green Fire Studios (2181 Blue Star Hwy, Fennville) Artist Damian Koorey has transformed the former Ganges Town Hall into a multi-media studio and gallery. Damian’s artwork consists of photography, portrait & figure studies, sculpture and jewelry design. Damian will be demonstrating how he carves sculpture and uses the lost wax casting process to create bronze sculpture and fine jewelry.
A GREAT ART GETAWAY IN WEST MICHIGAN...SINCE 1990!.
Start Time: 10:00 am End Time: 6:00 pm
Category: West Michigan Coastal Surrounding Areas
Here are the details:
Blue Star Hwy (Between So. Haven & Saugatuck)
Contact: 269.236.9260
For over twenty years the Blue Coast Artists have been delighting and educating the public with their annual Fall Tour of Studios. Viewers are invited once again to experience the creative process in action on Saturday & Sunday, October 2nd and 3rd.
See a piece of pottery form, watch glass beads take shape in the torch, a tree come alive through brushstrokes, a piece of pottery become engulfed in flames during a Raku firing or watch colors come alive with felted wool. These are just a few of the demonstrations that art lovers of all ages are sure to enjoy during the 21st Annual Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour of Studios. This annual West Michigan autumn event runs from 10AM-6PM both days and is free of charge.
Over the past twenty-one years the tour has continued to be an educational and interesting experience for all, by offering a behind-the-scenes look into the studios of working artists.
The 2010 tour includes seven working artists' studios located between South Haven and Saugatuck. Each site features demonstrations, original artwork, refreshments and more. Hands-on art making projects, unique art abodes, a haunted garden and fall color makes this creative experience fun for the whole family. The tour can be completed in one day and a tour map is available at each site or on the web at: http://www.bluecoastartists.com/
The 2010 Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour includes:
1) Lattner Studio (319 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven) The studio of Suzi Lattner Zwissler features her original paintings and drawings in a variety of media. The gardens and woodland that surround her home inspire Suzi. She will be on hand demonstrating pastel drawing techniques.
2) Blue Star Pottery (337 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven) The studio of Mark Williams features handmade stoneware. Bowls, pitchers, casseroles, teapots and platters are embossed with Mark’s elegant textured designs, which he creates by uniquely combining the pottery techniques of textured slab and throwing on the pottery wheel. Come see his newly built salt kiln. Mark will open a new kiln load of his work daily on tour weekend.
3) Khnemu Studio LLC (6322 113th Ave., Fennville) Enjoy the fall harvest at this 1890's farm estate, complete with a restored barn which houses a unique contemporary fine art and craft gallery featuring over 20 Michigan Artists and the working studio of ceramic artist Dawn Soltysiak. Dawn will have wheel throwing, Raku pottery firing and also a "make & take" art opportunity for kids of all ages. Come and see the newly built down-draft car kiln in an old silo. Farm fresh pumpkins and popcorn are also available.
4) Blue Roan Studio (6301 122nd Ave., Fennville) This stop features the flame worked glass bead and wire sculptures of artist Jessica Bohus and an exhibition entitled "Dog Show” featuring Chihuahuas and many other breeds. Jessica will have a wide array of jewelry made with glass beads, silver & copper. The studio is in an1890’s schoolhouse with many original features including a swing set and blackboards and will Jessica will offer flameworked glass bead making demonstrations on both days.
5) Lakeshore Textiles (2750 60th St, Fennville) A textile artist for over 30 years Suzie Jenkins’ home and fiber studio is situated on a wooded tranquil setting overlooking a ravine Suzie’s “sheep to shawl” method uses naturally prepared raw wool, spun on a spinning wheel, and then woven on the hand loom. She uses sustainable materials as much as possible, and utilizes green techniques in her studio. Suzie will be honoring National Felt Day by offering felting demonstrations daily.
6) Lake Effect Pottery (2139 66th St., Fennville) Surrounded by vegetable and herb gardens, with her horses and chickens nearby, an antique turkey barn is the workplace for potter Lee Mckee. Lee makes oil lamps, French butter keepers and other affordable functional pottery. Lee will demonstrate pottery making techniques during Fall Tour.
7) Green Fire Studios (2181 Blue Star Hwy, Fennville) Artist Damian Koorey has transformed the former Ganges Town Hall into a multi-media studio and gallery. Damian’s artwork consists of photography, portrait & figure studies, sculpture and jewelry design. Damian will be demonstrating how he carves sculpture and uses the lost wax casting process to create bronze sculpture and fine jewelry.
A GREAT ART GETAWAY IN WEST MICHIGAN...SINCE 1990!.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
SAUGATUCK PRESENTS JIMMY DILLON AND THE WEREWOLVES
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Start Time: 8:00 pm
Location: Saugatuck Center For The Arts
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
$25
Guitar slinger Jimmy Dillon storms the SCA stage for another rocking show!
The Werewolves are a 7-piece band of veteran musicians including Grammy winner Peter "Madcat" Ruth on harmonica and vocals, Mark Schrock on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and vocals, bassist Mark Moore, Jeff Moehle on drums and vocals, and The Lyon Street Horns led by Grand Rapids sax man John Gist.
Dillon latest CDs include “Raw” recorded live in Europe, and a “Best of Jimmy Dillon” compilation featuring 17 songs from his four studio disks.
San Francisco-based Dillon, characterized by his searing brand of slide guitar, soulful vocals and original songs, has played with rock and blues icons including Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Joe Walsh, and Bob Dylan. During his European tours, Dillon has shared the stage with Buddy Guy, Joe Cocker, and Clarence Clemons.
Don't miss howling at the moon with Dillon and the Werewolves!
Fall mainstage shows are sponsored by media partner WGVU. Thank you to Lakeshore Lodging for housing SCA performers
Location Details
Sc4a.org
Saugatuck Center For The Arts
400 Culver St
Saugatuck MI 49453
Location Phone: 269-857-2399
Start Time: 8:00 pm
Location: Saugatuck Center For The Arts
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
$25
Guitar slinger Jimmy Dillon storms the SCA stage for another rocking show!
The Werewolves are a 7-piece band of veteran musicians including Grammy winner Peter "Madcat" Ruth on harmonica and vocals, Mark Schrock on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and vocals, bassist Mark Moore, Jeff Moehle on drums and vocals, and The Lyon Street Horns led by Grand Rapids sax man John Gist.
Dillon latest CDs include “Raw” recorded live in Europe, and a “Best of Jimmy Dillon” compilation featuring 17 songs from his four studio disks.
San Francisco-based Dillon, characterized by his searing brand of slide guitar, soulful vocals and original songs, has played with rock and blues icons including Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Joe Walsh, and Bob Dylan. During his European tours, Dillon has shared the stage with Buddy Guy, Joe Cocker, and Clarence Clemons.
Don't miss howling at the moon with Dillon and the Werewolves!
Fall mainstage shows are sponsored by media partner WGVU. Thank you to Lakeshore Lodging for housing SCA performers
Location Details
Sc4a.org
Saugatuck Center For The Arts
400 Culver St
Saugatuck MI 49453
Location Phone: 269-857-2399
Monday, September 13, 2010
SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Start Time: 11:00 am End Time: 4:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Discover the rich historical and architectural heritage of the Saugatuck-Douglas area. See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org, for events and details.
11am to 4pm (with last tour entering the site at 2 pm) Featuring a once-in-a-century guided tour
of the Ox-Bow School of Art
Please join us for an unforgettable day at Ox-Bow, a century after Frederick Fursman and Walter Marshall Clute, artists from the Art Institute of Chicago, gazed across the Kalamazoo River and envisioned a natural artist's respite from the noise and havoc of a newly industrialized America.
With field guide in hand, we invite you to feel the muse of the woods that inspired so many; to see secluded artists' cabins; to tour the campus studios; to observe artists at work; to fully experience the spirit of a place called Ox-Bow.
The Ox-Bow campus is closed to the public but in honor of the institution's 100th anniversary, visitors will be allowed inside selected historic and contemporary buildings. You will see Ox-Bow beyond the Meadow.
The Ox-Bow tour will include:
A pocket-sized event field guide
A hospitality break inside the Metternich Lodge Guest House
An optional guided hike through Tallmadge Woods to the Crow's Nest for views of the pristine Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area and Lake Michigan beyond
Artists painting plein air in the Ox-Bow Meadow
A raffle for Dinner for Eight at the Historic Park House Inn in Saugatuck
Start Time: 11:00 am End Time: 4:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Discover the rich historical and architectural heritage of the Saugatuck-Douglas area. See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org, for events and details.
11am to 4pm (with last tour entering the site at 2 pm) Featuring a once-in-a-century guided tour
of the Ox-Bow School of Art
Please join us for an unforgettable day at Ox-Bow, a century after Frederick Fursman and Walter Marshall Clute, artists from the Art Institute of Chicago, gazed across the Kalamazoo River and envisioned a natural artist's respite from the noise and havoc of a newly industrialized America.
With field guide in hand, we invite you to feel the muse of the woods that inspired so many; to see secluded artists' cabins; to tour the campus studios; to observe artists at work; to fully experience the spirit of a place called Ox-Bow.
The Ox-Bow campus is closed to the public but in honor of the institution's 100th anniversary, visitors will be allowed inside selected historic and contemporary buildings. You will see Ox-Bow beyond the Meadow.
The Ox-Bow tour will include:
A pocket-sized event field guide
A hospitality break inside the Metternich Lodge Guest House
An optional guided hike through Tallmadge Woods to the Crow's Nest for views of the pristine Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area and Lake Michigan beyond
Artists painting plein air in the Ox-Bow Meadow
A raffle for Dinner for Eight at the Historic Park House Inn in Saugatuck
ST JOE MI.- BLUES, BREWS & BBQ
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 6:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
John E.N. Howard Band Shell, Port St.
Downtown St. Joseph, Mi.
Bid a fond farewell to summer with soothing Blues, refreshing brews and local BBQ! The John E. N. Howard Bandshell and Port St. play host to the second version of this event. The infamous Bean Bag tourney also returns to the streets of St. Joe!
2010 Performance Schedule
Oblates of Blues 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Bryan Michael Fischer Band 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Elwood Splinters Blues Band 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 6:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
John E.N. Howard Band Shell, Port St.
Downtown St. Joseph, Mi.
Bid a fond farewell to summer with soothing Blues, refreshing brews and local BBQ! The John E. N. Howard Bandshell and Port St. play host to the second version of this event. The infamous Bean Bag tourney also returns to the streets of St. Joe!
2010 Performance Schedule
Oblates of Blues 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Bryan Michael Fischer Band 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Elwood Splinters Blues Band 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, September 10, 2010
SAUGATUCK CLOTHESLINE ART SHOW
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Start Time: 10:00 am End Time: 2:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Local artists display their works on clotheslines at this uniquely charming small-town event. 10 am to 2 pm. Wicks Park, Saugatuck, MI. For further information phone (269) 857-4823 or (269) 857-2677 or visit www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org
Start Time: 10:00 am End Time: 2:00 pm
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Local artists display their works on clotheslines at this uniquely charming small-town event. 10 am to 2 pm. Wicks Park, Saugatuck, MI. For further information phone (269) 857-4823 or (269) 857-2677 or visit www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org
BANGOR HARVEST FESTIVAL
The Harvest Festival
The City of Bangor is proud to hold the Bangor Harvest Festival , sponsored by: The Bangor Harvest Festival Committee, The Bangor Lions Club, The Bangor Arts Council and the Bangor Parks and Recreation Board. This years event will be held September 17 - 19 throughout Bangor. Events will include the 21st Annual Car Show in Downtown, the 16th Annual Quilt Show, Arts and Crafts Fair, Used Book Sale, Kids Events in Mora Park (including a kids magician), Casino Night, Live Music in Lions Park and much more.
Those who want more information on specific events may contact:
Car Show: John at 269-427-5108
Arts & Crafts: Jane at 269-427-8403
All other questions: Teresa at 269-655-5000
The City of Bangor is proud to hold the Bangor Harvest Festival , sponsored by: The Bangor Harvest Festival Committee, The Bangor Lions Club, The Bangor Arts Council and the Bangor Parks and Recreation Board. This years event will be held September 17 - 19 throughout Bangor. Events will include the 21st Annual Car Show in Downtown, the 16th Annual Quilt Show, Arts and Crafts Fair, Used Book Sale, Kids Events in Mora Park (including a kids magician), Casino Night, Live Music in Lions Park and much more.
Those who want more information on specific events may contact:
Car Show: John at 269-427-5108
Arts & Crafts: Jane at 269-427-8403
All other questions: Teresa at 269-655-5000
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