Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010, 11:22 PM
By Chris Killian | Special to the Kalamazoo Gazette
SOUTH HAVEN — A local historical society is leading the effort to save the South Haven Pierhead Lighthouse, a landmark that no longer guides ships but is as synonymous with this small lakeshore town as its white beaches and towering dunes.
The Historical Association of South Haven has begun an extensive application process to take ownership of the lighthouse from the U.S. Coast Guard. Three weeks ago, the association began collecting pledges to repair the interior of the 37-foot tall lighthouse, which opened in 1903.
So far, about $25,000 has been pledged, said Ed Appleyard, treasurer of the association. Preliminary engineering studies show repairs to the interior of the lighthouse — which has significant corrosion damage — will cost about $300,000, he said.
“It’s been a modest pledge drive so far,” he said.
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE
To pledge money for the South Haven Pierhead Lighthouse, visit the Historical Association of South Haven’s website at: www.historyofsouthhaven.org and click “Lighthouse Acquisition Pledge,” or mail in a pledge to the Historical Association of South Haven, P.O. box 552, South Haven, MI 49090.
The application to the National Parks Service is due Jan. 28, at which time the association would like to have $30,000 pledged, Appleyard said. The application requires information on restoration plans and planned uses for the structure. The association also must show there are funds committed to keep the lighthouse from going into disrepair.
If the association is granted ownership of the lighthouse, the city of South Haven has said it would partner with the group to provide funds to maintain the structure,
Appleyard said. The transfer of ownership would be at no cost.
The catwalk and pier that lead to the lighthouse are owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and would not be a part of the transfer of ownership.
The lighthouse for decades guided Great Lakes ship captains. But the development of modern navigation technology, such as global- positioning systems, has meant such lighthouses are no longer needed, according to the Coast Guard.
In the past 50 years, ownership of 77 lighthouses in Michigan have been transferred from the Coast Guard to public or private entities.
The association is getting about $1,000 pledged every day from groups and individuals, with donations ranging from a few dollars to nearly $1,000, Appleyard said.
“It’s a piece of us,” he said of the lighthouse, which appears on everything from city letterhead to the covers of tourism publications. “It’s a symbol of this area.”
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Sunday, December 19, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Snowmobiling on the Kal-Haven Trail
Category: South Haven Events
Here are the details:
Wells Street
South Haven, Mi 49090
Hours: Everyday 8am to 10 pm
Travel through small towns, beautiful wooded areas, countryside, and pass points of historical interest. Towns along the way have food and lodging for trail users. Unique experience for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. 34-mile trail from South Haven to Kalamazoo. Snowmobilers are exempt from buying daily or annual Kal-Haven Trail Passes, but instead are required to purchase a Michigan Snowmobile Trail Permit to use the trail.
There must be a minimum of 4 inches of snow. Snowmobiles must be registered with the Michigan Secretary of State and riders MUST display a snowmobile Trail Permit. Annual Michigan Snowmobile Trail Permits are sold for $35 in most cases are available where you would purchase a hunting and or fishing license. Also available online at: http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_34947-32299--,00.html, from the DNR Service center in Plainwell or at Dunham Sports in South Haven
Here are the details:
Wells Street
South Haven, Mi 49090
Hours: Everyday 8am to 10 pm
Travel through small towns, beautiful wooded areas, countryside, and pass points of historical interest. Towns along the way have food and lodging for trail users. Unique experience for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. 34-mile trail from South Haven to Kalamazoo. Snowmobilers are exempt from buying daily or annual Kal-Haven Trail Passes, but instead are required to purchase a Michigan Snowmobile Trail Permit to use the trail.
There must be a minimum of 4 inches of snow. Snowmobiles must be registered with the Michigan Secretary of State and riders MUST display a snowmobile Trail Permit. Annual Michigan Snowmobile Trail Permits are sold for $35 in most cases are available where you would purchase a hunting and or fishing license. Also available online at: http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_34947-32299--,00.html, from the DNR Service center in Plainwell or at Dunham Sports in South Haven
South Haven Center For The Arts Presents "Clown Around"
Location: South Haven Art Center
Category: South Haven Events
Here are the details:
This is a family oriented show--a history of the circus--contemporary art work relative to the circus--clowns, tumbling acts, etc. Opening reception Friday, December 17th from 5-7PM. A wonderful exhibit for all ages!! It will run thru Feb. 6, 2011
Hours are 10-4PM-Monday-Friday and 1-4PM Saturdays and Sundays
Contact-southhavenarts.org
Location Details
South Haven Art Center
600 Phoenix
South Haven Mi
Category: South Haven Events
Here are the details:
This is a family oriented show--a history of the circus--contemporary art work relative to the circus--clowns, tumbling acts, etc. Opening reception Friday, December 17th from 5-7PM. A wonderful exhibit for all ages!! It will run thru Feb. 6, 2011
Hours are 10-4PM-Monday-Friday and 1-4PM Saturdays and Sundays
Contact-southhavenarts.org
Location Details
South Haven Art Center
600 Phoenix
South Haven Mi
Felt Mansion Holiday Tours
Winter at the Felt Mansion-Each year the Felt Mansion staff decks the halls — and rooms! — with over 20 Christmas trees. Each tree has a unique theme highlighting a different aspect of the mansion's history. The special focus this year is on Winter at the Felt Mansion. Sleigh rides, hot cider, romps through the snow — these were all family traditions for the Felt family. Visit the Felt Mansion and take a step back in time to enjoy an old-fashioned holiday. Enjoy hot cider, Christmas cookies and beautiful music — all in the elegant setting of the Felt Estate.
Holiday Tours
Thursday, Dec 16: 6–8 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 17: 6–8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 18: 6–8 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 19: 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 23: 6–8 p.m.
Sunday Dec. 26: 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 30: 6–8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan 1: 2–4 p.m.
Tour Prices:
$10 for adults
$8 for seniors and students
Children 12 and under are free.
Holiday Tours
Thursday, Dec 16: 6–8 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 17: 6–8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 18: 6–8 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 19: 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 23: 6–8 p.m.
Sunday Dec. 26: 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 30: 6–8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan 1: 2–4 p.m.
Tour Prices:
$10 for adults
$8 for seniors and students
Children 12 and under are free.
Monday, December 13, 2010
St. Joseph Mi. Announces Theme For 2011 Summer Public Art Project
The City of St. Joseph is pleased to announce the 2011 Public Art Display, “Barnyard at the Beach”. This is the 7th year showcasing public art in downtown St. Joseph, with previous displays being “Horses on the Beach”, “Beach Bears, “Hot Cars Cool Beaches”, “Boats and Beaches”, “Surf ‘N Safari”, and “Hot Diggity Dogs”.
The City is grateful to St. Joseph Improvement Association, a major sponsor, contributor, and supporter of public art in downtown St. Joseph. Bob Gerbel, President, states, “It is important to keep up the momentum with public art since it is proven that it brings people to our community spending dollars in our downtown retail stores, which in turn, makes for a sustainable community. The merchants had a great 2010 so it is a win-win for everyone. We enjoy partnering with the City of St. Joseph in making St. Joseph a progressive community.” There will be 14 different types of farm animals included in the 2011 public art display, with a total of 43 pieces to be painted. Among the animals will be a longhorn steer, dairy cows, a bull, turkeys, pigs, sheep, goats, roosters, hens, and ducks.
“When there was rumor that the City may discontinue public art due to budget constraints, we merchants got together and some of us attended a City Commission meeting in late summer asking the City Commission to reconsider”, stated Janet Dykstra, owner of Kilwin’s. “Customers continually come into Kilwin’s and tell us how wonderful the public art is. Families now plan their summer vacations around the public art display with excitement to see what will be next year. We are very appreciative to the City for their leadership and hard work in continuing the public art project next year.”
Now that the theme has been chosen and the farm animals ordered, the City is calling for artists to paint these fun fiberglass statues. Interested artists can fill out an application, which is now online at www.sjcity.com. A design/sketch will need to be submitted along with the application. Application deadline is December 15th. Artists selected will be notified by January 7, 2011 and their animal will be delivered to them in mid- January with a requested completion date of April 15, 2011. The City Commission and staff truly appreciate the support of the artists over these past years. Never would this have been successful without artists’ cooperation!
Sponsors are also being requested. A sponsor’s responsibility includes paying the artist $300 for their paint supplies and time, and, in turn, they will have their name placed on the plaque near the finished piece on the street as well as in the glossy brochure. Artists and interested sponsors are encouraged to contact Susan Solon at City Hall (269)983-5541 if they are interested in painting and/or sponsoring one of the 43 farm animals. Again, applications are now available on the City’s web site at sjcity.com or artists/sponsors can stop at City Hall, located at 700 Broad Street, to pick up an application form.
If you have questions, please contact Susan Solon (269) 983-5541 or by email at solon@sjcity.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The City is grateful to St. Joseph Improvement Association, a major sponsor, contributor, and supporter of public art in downtown St. Joseph. Bob Gerbel, President, states, “It is important to keep up the momentum with public art since it is proven that it brings people to our community spending dollars in our downtown retail stores, which in turn, makes for a sustainable community. The merchants had a great 2010 so it is a win-win for everyone. We enjoy partnering with the City of St. Joseph in making St. Joseph a progressive community.” There will be 14 different types of farm animals included in the 2011 public art display, with a total of 43 pieces to be painted. Among the animals will be a longhorn steer, dairy cows, a bull, turkeys, pigs, sheep, goats, roosters, hens, and ducks.
“When there was rumor that the City may discontinue public art due to budget constraints, we merchants got together and some of us attended a City Commission meeting in late summer asking the City Commission to reconsider”, stated Janet Dykstra, owner of Kilwin’s. “Customers continually come into Kilwin’s and tell us how wonderful the public art is. Families now plan their summer vacations around the public art display with excitement to see what will be next year. We are very appreciative to the City for their leadership and hard work in continuing the public art project next year.”
Now that the theme has been chosen and the farm animals ordered, the City is calling for artists to paint these fun fiberglass statues. Interested artists can fill out an application, which is now online at www.sjcity.com. A design/sketch will need to be submitted along with the application. Application deadline is December 15th. Artists selected will be notified by January 7, 2011 and their animal will be delivered to them in mid- January with a requested completion date of April 15, 2011. The City Commission and staff truly appreciate the support of the artists over these past years. Never would this have been successful without artists’ cooperation!
Sponsors are also being requested. A sponsor’s responsibility includes paying the artist $300 for their paint supplies and time, and, in turn, they will have their name placed on the plaque near the finished piece on the street as well as in the glossy brochure. Artists and interested sponsors are encouraged to contact Susan Solon at City Hall (269)983-5541 if they are interested in painting and/or sponsoring one of the 43 farm animals. Again, applications are now available on the City’s web site at sjcity.com or artists/sponsors can stop at City Hall, located at 700 Broad Street, to pick up an application form.
If you have questions, please contact Susan Solon (269) 983-5541 or by email at solon@sjcity.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Felt Mansion Winterfest
Date: Saturday, December 11, 2010
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Felt Mansion
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Winter Fest
When- Sat, December 11, 12pm – 2pm
Where-Felt mansion
Description See Santa and Mrs Clause, have a wonderful (free!) lunch, and listen to great music at this year's WinterFest!
This is a free event. You will be able to tour the mansion and see it decked out for Christmas.
Location Details
Felt Mansion
6597 138Th Ave
Holland MI 49423
Start Time: 12:00 pm End Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Felt Mansion
Category: Saugatuck & Douglas Events
Here are the details:
Winter Fest
When- Sat, December 11, 12pm – 2pm
Where-Felt mansion
Description See Santa and Mrs Clause, have a wonderful (free!) lunch, and listen to great music at this year's WinterFest!
This is a free event. You will be able to tour the mansion and see it decked out for Christmas.
Location Details
Felt Mansion
6597 138Th Ave
Holland MI 49423
Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant
Welcome to Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant! We're located In Southwest Michigan in Fennville, right near the Lake Michigan shoreline and the longtime favorite travel destinations of Saugatuck and Douglas.
When you visit, you'll find us nestled amongst the lush, fruit-growing ourchards on our farm. Our huge menu of homemade, handcrafted soups, sandwiches, Michigan fruit pies & desserts, breads and more is sure to please any appetite.You can also take home any of our famous homemade Michigan fruit pies, desserts and Michigan fruit preserves.
Between your visits, you can even order our famous Michigan fruit pies, desserts and preserves right here on our site for delivery to your home, year round.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
.Restaurant Hours:
May 1 - Oct 31
Mon. thru Sat., 9AM - 8PM
Sunday 11AM - 8PM
Nov 1 - Dec 31
Tues - Sat 10AM - 6PM
Sunday 11AM - 6PM
Closed on Mondays
Jan 2 - March 31
Tuesday thru Sunday, 11AM - 4PM
April 1 - April 30th
11AM - 5PM Daily
(Note: Closed April 5th thru 9th
for painting and mantenance stuff)
Cherry Pies, Apple Pies, Raspberry Pies, Blueberry Pies, Raspberry-Rhubarb Pies, Peach Pies, Sugar Free Michigan Fruit pies, homemade crisps & desserts, cider & more...
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When you visit, you'll find us nestled amongst the lush, fruit-growing ourchards on our farm. Our huge menu of homemade, handcrafted soups, sandwiches, Michigan fruit pies & desserts, breads and more is sure to please any appetite.You can also take home any of our famous homemade Michigan fruit pies, desserts and Michigan fruit preserves.
Between your visits, you can even order our famous Michigan fruit pies, desserts and preserves right here on our site for delivery to your home, year round.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
.Restaurant Hours:
May 1 - Oct 31
Mon. thru Sat., 9AM - 8PM
Sunday 11AM - 8PM
Nov 1 - Dec 31
Tues - Sat 10AM - 6PM
Sunday 11AM - 6PM
Closed on Mondays
Jan 2 - March 31
Tuesday thru Sunday, 11AM - 4PM
April 1 - April 30th
11AM - 5PM Daily
(Note: Closed April 5th thru 9th
for painting and mantenance stuff)
Cherry Pies, Apple Pies, Raspberry Pies, Blueberry Pies, Raspberry-Rhubarb Pies, Peach Pies, Sugar Free Michigan Fruit pies, homemade crisps & desserts, cider & more...
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Saturday, December 4, 2010
Free Ebook Cherry Health Benefits & Recipes
Official Cherry Health Benefits Report and 40 Pg Cherry Cookbook!
100% Free. No Catches. Great holiday recipes with the nice, bright, red color of healthy tart cherries.
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