2016 Official Visitor Guide for the Sanilac County Area by greatgetaways

2016 Official

VISITOR GUIDE for the

SANILAC COUNTY AREA

Sanilac

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Area Communities

Things To Do 14-16 Family Activities • Entertainment (Live & Movie) 15 • Museums & Unique Attractions 15 • Orchards & Farm Markets 16

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Rest... Relax... Rejuvenate...

Welcome to Sanilac County, located in the Thumb of Michigan on the west shore of Lake Huron, less than a two hour drive from several of Michigan’s main metropolitan areas: Detroit, Saginaw, Bay City, Midland, Flint and Lansing; and less than an hour drive from Ontario by way of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. Take advantage of over 40 miles of breathtaking Lake Huron shoreline, offering ample opportunity for a variety of water sports, from swimming and skiing to boating and fishing. Explore the Sanilac County Underwater Preserve, comprised of 163 square miles of protected lake bottom containing numerous shipwrecks dating back as far as 1864, making it an adventure for divers. Stroll through shoreline resort villages such as Forestville, Lexington and Port Sanilac which offer unique shopping, dining, cultural and entertainment experiences. Visit the inland towns of Brown City, Carsonville, Croswell, Deckerville, Marlette, Peck and Sandusky where the tradition, friendliness and safety of small-town rural America combine with such amenities as one of the last remaining classic drive-in theaters in the state of Michigan, a state of the art indoor movie theater, lodging, fine and casual dining, shopping, festivals and fairs. Delight in Amish hospitality, culinary skills and woodworking craftsmanship at roadside stands dotted throughout the countryside, while observing a lifestyle of tradition and simplicity. Learn about Native American history at the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park, the only remaining ancient rock-carved petroglyph site in Michigan. And, above all, revel in the greatest splendor that Sanilac County has to offer: peaceful tranquility in a pristine natural environment!

Clear Ideas, Inc. • 42 Austin St., Sandusky, MI 48471 • 810-648-9966 • Fax 810-648-4418 Web: clearideas.biz • Email: info@clearideas.biz Printed March, 2016 – jt: 32133 • MDOT Commodity Code: 80140662 Cover photo courtesy of Cindy Anglin-Davis of EyeSee Michigan

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Recreation 17-23 Inland Recreation 17 • Indoor • Outdoor & More... Golf 19 Public Parks 20-21 • Community • County Water Recreation 22-23 • Beaches • Charters (Fishing, Boating, Cruises, Diving) • Marinas Sanilac County Map (Center Spread) Distance from Metro Areas State / Local Attractions Photo Contest Winners

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Lodging Bed & Breakfasts Hotels & Motels Cottage Rentals Camping • Campgrounds • RV Communities

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Dining & Shopping Dining / Restaurants Antique Shops Shopping Breweries & Wineries

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Local Information

Sanilac Tourism Association 47 Austin Street • P.O. Box 307 • Sandusky, MI 48471 sanilaccounty.org The 2016 Official Visitors Guide for the Sanilac County Area was created and produced by Clear Ideas, Inc. for the Sanilac Tourism Association. They have made every effort to assure, however, cannot guarantee, the accuracy of the information presented here, or be held accountable for any omissions or errors. Please report any changes to the Sanilac Tourism Association for inclusion in subsequent editions.

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VILLAGES & assisted

Living with Heart

Share life’s journey in a community that cares.

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Brown City M

Founded in 1881, the city of Brown City is a full service community, offering a variety of businesses and professional services. We host the annual Thumb Soybean Festival the second weekend in June. Event highlights include a carnival, classic car show, music and fireworks. Enjoy our beautiful 76+ acre community park, filled with ball diamonds, picnic facilities, playgrounds and soccer fields. To see us, take M-90 which travels through the city. The road through town is also known as Main Street. See ad page 12. Brown City Community: ci.brown-city.mi.us

Carsonville

Patient Care. It’s at the Heart of What We Do!

“Where family and friends matter”... The charm of a small town, and the atmosphere of family & friends. Carsonville was founded in 1853 by Silas Hall and was known as Hall’s corners until 1884 when businessman Arthur Carson renamed the settlement. Local events include TTPA tractor pull, Antique tractor pull & MMA cage fighting event, New Years Fireworks and more! Located on M-46 between Sandusky and Port Sanilac. Stop by for a visit and make yourself at home!

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Our residents, their families, and our staff have one thing in common - we genuinely care about each other. We have heart.

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Photo courtesy Pamela Hooper

Carsonville Community & Events: villageofcarsonville.org

Croswell M Deckerville Community Hospital offers patients the choices necessary to maintain and even improve their quality of life – a facility of healing, caring and a connection for patients and families in the community we call home. Our range of patient services includes: After Hours Clinic, Surgical and Primary Care Providers; Short Term Respite Care; and 24 hour Emergency Services.

810.376.2835

3559 Pine St., Deckerville, MI 48427 www.deckervillehosp.org

“Sharing a Community... And a Commitment”

Croswell is an excellent example of Thumb Area living: friendly people of the present who take great pride in their past. Croswell is home to a locally famous swinging footbridge built in 1905 over the Black River, which bisects the city on its way to Port Huron and the Great Lake. A folksy sign at the east end of the suspension bridge advises pedestrians to “Be Good To Your Motherin-Law.” A splash pad is also at the same park to cool you down on the hot summer days. The city itself is dotted with pre-Civil War homes and buildings. Lumbering dominated Croswell until the Great Thumb Fire of 1881. Since then, agriculture has been the dominant economic activity, especially sugar beets, symbolized by the city’s iconic Pioneer Sugar plant. The annual Croswell Fair is in June this year and features livestock exhibits and a midway full of rides. The Swinging Bridge Festival in July celebrates the upcoming harvest with a Cardboard Regatta on the Black River. See ad on page 6. Croswell Community & Events: cityofcroswell.com

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Seasons in Sanilac County, Photos courtesy (left to right): Suzette Marceau, Max Martin, Richard Lemke, Susan Morse

Deckerville M

Deckerville takes its name from Charles Decker, who launched a lumber business here in 1870. Decker’s son, Martin, became the settlement’s first postmaster that same year. Deckerville incorporated as a village in 1893 and to this day is home to a number of Charles’ descendents. Just off the beaten path, 10 minutes from M-25, escape your everyday life by finding the small community of Deckerville. Come visit our small, friendly village and explore our shops, enjoy our parks, visit our museum & library and attend our festivals. We’re sure you’ll love it as much as we do! Don’t forget about our Santa’s Reindeer Event in December and take time to roll a few balls at the local bowling alley. Good things are happening in Deckerville; come join us and see! Like us on Facebook to keep up on events! Deckerville Community: deckerville.us Deckerville Events: facebook.com/pages/DeckervilleDCDC/220847124602405?fref=nf

Marlette M

Marlette, located in the heart of Michigan’s Thumb, was first settled in the mid-1800’s by Canadians lured by the tall timber and fertile soil of the area. The lumber industry gave way to farming after the Great Thumb Fire of 1881, with sugar beets, soybeans and corn dominating production today. One of the biggest employers in the area is Marlette Regional Hospital. A large Amish community gives the countryside around Marlette the aura of a bygone era, complete with horse-drawn buggies and outlets selling produce, furniture and baked goods. The friendly city offers several recreational options, including a challenging nine-hole public golf course, a community swimming pool, various agri-tourism opportunities and a playground. Visitors to Marlette may stroll the small-town shopping district and enjoy a casual meal far from the hustle and bustle of the big city. See ad page 12. Marlette Community & Events: cityofmarlette.com

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When Lexington was founded in 1835, it became the first outpost north of Port Huron. Eleven years later, Reuben Diamond named the village after the Battle of Lexington, in which his wife’s cousin, Ethan Allen, fought during the Revolutionary War. The Cadillac Hotel has stood at the heart of village life since its days as a log hotel from 1840 to 1860, when it was rebuilt following a fire. Steamships and freighters made regular stops at the port of Lexington for lumber and agricultural products until the Great Storm of 1913 destroyed the village’s long dock into Lake Huron. Lexington is now noted for its many Victorian homes, historic buildings filled with shops, restaurants and bed-and-breakfasts. With its handful of pretty parks and its quaint downtown, the village is the summertime host of the Music in the Park Series, ThumbFest, the Lexington Art Fair and the annual Bach Festival. Protected by a limestone seawall, Lexington’s picturesque marina doubles as an official State of Michigan Harbor of Refuge. Its beach offers visitors a chance to kick back and enjoy the summer. Nearby golf courses, a bike trail to Croswell, seasonal hunting spots, abundant fishing and a thriving cottage culture make Lexington a vacation mini-mecca. Lexington Community & Events: lexingtonmichigan.org

Marlette fireworks, Photo courtesy John Scott

Lake Huron & beach access at Lexington Northshore Mobile Home Park, Photo courtesy Village of Lexington

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Sandusky M

Sandusky, located 15 miles inland from Port Sanilac at the intersection of M-46 and M-19, is the county seat of Sanilac County. Sandusky offers all the services and resources you’d expect from a much larger city: topnotch medical care, a variety of shopping opportunities, lodging, dining, up-to-date library, excellent law enforcement, emergency services and more. Farming and industry combine to make Sandusky an honest, hard working, progressive and safe community. Sandusky has many recreational opportunities and is a beehive of activity. It is home to the annual Michigan Thumb Festival the last weekend in June, the Sanilac County 4-H Fair in August and popular Original Country Christmas Lighted Farm Implement Parade the first weekend of December. Sandusky boasts the only tri-plex movie theater in the county as well as a bowling alley, basketball courts, fully handicap accessible playground in its city park and a public golf course. In the surrounding area, the farmland provides ample hunting opportunities throughout the year as well as many miles of snowmobile trails. See ad page 10. Sandusky Community: misandusky.com Sandusky Chamber & Events: sanduskychamber.us

Applegate, Argyle, Melvin, Minden City, Forester, Forestville, Peck, Snover

Scattered throughout Sanilac County are several smaller communities, each with its own history and each with its unique attractions. A bar in Applegate serves up some of the best pizza in the county. In Peck, you can find a hardware store straight out of the 1950’s as well as the Sanilac Career Center & Intermediate School District just north of town. With each community having their own identity, all of them still share the small-town friendliness and helpfulness that are common throughout Sanilac County. Sanilac County: sanilaccounty.org

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Come Summer With Us In Port Sanilac! Let Port Sanilac be your Michigan vacation destination. In the heart of the East Ports, Port Sanilac is a great place to bask in the sun, swim, sail, boat, fish, dive, backpack, golf, or camp out along the lake; making it like no other place else in Michigan. Visiting or moving here will allow you to experience the sweet easy flowing days, in quiet, cozy, quaint, Port Sanilac, Michigan, on the United States side of Lake Huron. Driving to Port Sanilac, you have two routes. One route takes you on a scenic drive along Lake Huron through several small towns along M-25. The other route takes you through several small towns primarily viewing the beautiful and peaceful countryside all the way, via M-46. Once in Port Sanilac, the scenery includes miles of sandy beach, restaurants that offer a variety of food and drink, places to stay including campsites, and cabins for rent located right on the beach. There are a variety of places to stay in and near Port Sanilac. Most have a short walk to the beach… some are equipped with a swimming pool, kitchen, satellite TV, Internet, air-conditioning, screened-in porches, and on-site laundry facilities. They are also kept very clean and well maintained. The downtown area has a lot of great things going on, and charm. While walking down main street you can catch a few whiffs of some great smelling food from the nearby shops like the Lighthouse Bakery. Some restaurants include Uri’s Landing Waterfront Dining, Blue Water Sports Bar, & Mary’s Diner. In the summer, the weather is warm and pleasant from May to October. Come enjoy the peace and quiet of the area without having to worry about the time. Catch up on all that reading you have been neglecting and enjoy the scenery that beautiful Lake Huron offers. We hope that you make Port Sanilac a part of your upcoming plans… enjoy your stay… and then please come back again. You might even consider making The Village of Port Sanilac your permanent home. Port Sanilac Community & Events: portsanilac.net

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A sit down view at Port Sanilac Marina, photo courtesy Winter Pollock

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CALL OR VISIT ONE OF OUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TODAY. Croswell 810.679.3620

Marysville 810.364.4854

Deckerville 810.376.2015

Minden City 989.864.3393

Fort Gratiot 810.966.2281

Port Huron 810.987.9777

Lakeport 810.385.3211

Sandusky 810.648.3230

Lexington 810.359.5353 Toll Free 800.397.2504

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BUCKET LIST Live Theatres The Barn Theatre 242 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9114 • barntheatre.net Offers live dramatic performances, comedy & music events.

Croswell Swinging Bridge, Photo courtesy Flora Ehlrich

Unique Attractions Croswell Swinging Bridge M Riverbend Park, on Park Path Road, Croswell, MI Sanilac County is home to Michigan’s only suspension footbridge. Built in 1905, the suspension footbridge is also called the “Mother-in-Law Bridge” because there is a sign stating “Be Good to Your Mother-in-Law” at one end.

Firebird Theater 280 E. Sanilac Avenue, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-6684 • firebirdtheater.com The Firebird welcomes you to our state-of-the-art theater with 3 large screens, reclining seats and stadium seating.

Port Sanilac Lighthouse Port Sanilac, Michigan Built in 1886, it is now privately owned, but the light remains active for navigation.

Hi-Way Drive-In Theater 2778 E. Sanilac Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 810-657-6684 • thehiwaydrivein.com Michigan’s oldest drive-in. There is one screen, a grass field, and a safe environment, providing affordable fun for all!

Museums

Sanilac Shores Underwater Preserve 163 square miles of Lake Huron Protects ships dating as far back as 1864; a great adventure for divers. Visit michiganpreserves.org/sanilac.htm or contact a local dive charter. For charters, see info on page 23, for Underwater Preserve, see info on page 25.

Deckerville Historical Museum 2485 Black River Street, Deckerville MI 48427 810-376-4430 • 810-837-0257 Open the first Saturday after Labor Day until the end of September from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. AND during special events (ex. Santa’s Reindeer Event in December.)

Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park From M-46, take M-53 north for 17 miles to Bay CityForestville Road. Go east four miles to Germania Road, then south on Germania one mile to the State Park. See map on page 25. • michigan.gov/sanilacpetroglyphs

Marlette Train Depot Museum M Marlette Historical Society 3325 S. Main Street, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-7448 • marlettetraindepot.org FB-marlettetraindepot All aboard! Come to the Marlette Train Depot on Sundays from 2-5 pm. Open from May to September, this charming depot, founded in 1896, is filled with local history. We have a working model train and a re-creation of the Depot Train Office. It’s like a walk back in time. Visit the website or Facebook for upcoming events. Admission is FREE!

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Movie Theaters

Brown City M Area Firefighters 9-11 Memorial Brown City Fire Hall, 4090 Main Street, Brown City World Trade Center artifact, a steel beam measuring 19 x 4 x 3 feet and is weighing nearly 15,000 pounds.

Lexington Village Theatre 7318 Huron Avenue, Lexington MI 48450 810-359-5108 • lexingtonvillagetheatre.com Features a variety of live production entertainment in an intimate setting.

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Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum 228 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9946, sanilaccountymuseum.org Open June - Labor Day Sanilac County IH Museum 560 N. Goetze Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 810-657-9786 International Harvester Collection. Please call for appointment. Photo courtesy Diane Zentgrebe

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ON THE Photo courtesy Alicia Reinke

Orchards & Farms

Bingle’s Berry Farm 3730 Marlette Road, Croswell, MI 48422 810-633-9338 Produce, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries & Blackberries Season: June – October Cros-Lex Blueberry Farm 33 N. Black River Road, Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-3273 Blueberries & Blackberries, Season: Mid-July

Photo courtesy Gloria Jerome

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Farmer’s Markets Croswell Croswell Stockyards 5678 Black River Road, Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-3897 Every Monday, May 1 - November 1 Antiques, In Season Produce, Flea Market, Plants & More on livestock auction days. Call first. Marlette Marlette Livestock Auctions 6381 Euclid Street, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-2183 Every Monday, Year Around, In Season Produce, Plants, (mostly in the summer months), as well as a variety of Amish made products on livestock auction days. Call first. Port Sanilac Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum 228 S. Ridge Street, (south of M-46 on M-25) portsanilac.net Every Friday, May 23 - October 31, 2-7 pm Local produce, baked goods, eggs, meat, honey and artisan crafts.

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Sandusky Courthouse Lawn, west side Downtown, Sanilac Ave. (M-19 on M-46 at light) misandusky.com Every Thursday, May 10 - October 31, 2-7 pm In Season Produce from Local Merchants & Farms

Doug’s Berry Patch 6455 Walker Road, Sanilac Twp., MI 48469 810-622-0076 U-Pick Berries & Produce, Call for hours Green Thumb Blueberries Inc. 455 S. Stringer Road, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2974 Garden Vegetables, Pumpkins, Blueberries, & Raspberries Season: Mid-July – August Island Farms Inc. 1401 E Sanilac Road, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2305 Organic eggs, fruit, and produce Kritzman Berry Farm 2194 Brush Street, Deckerville, MI 48427 810-376-3045 Strawberries, Season: Mid-June Kurt Long’s Garden 840 N. Stoutenburg Road, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2032 Strawberries in June, Tomatoes & Peppers late summer McConnachie Greenhouses 5850 Brockway Road, Peck, MI 48466 810-378-5772 Greenhouse Season: May – June Messing Menagerie Farms 5616 East Sanilac Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 810-622-8920 Speaker Lone Oak Orchard M 7353 Brockway Road, Melvin, MI 48454 810-387-2121 • speakerorchard.com speakerorchard@frontier.com • find us on Facebook We grow a variety of apples, peaches and pumpkins, bake our own homemade pies and welcome organizations for field trips. We also serve yummy donuts, cider, tea, in a warm environment for the family! See ad page 14.

Photo courtesy Suzzette Marceau

Volz Farm Market 4410 Van Dyke Road, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-7180 Fresh Fruits, Vegetables & Bulk Food

FUN Photo courtesy Alicia Reinke

FUN OUTDOORS Golf, Putt Putt

Horseback Riding Above & Beyond Farms Deckerville, 810-376-3902 Lessons, riding & boarding

Hunting Photo courtesy Nathan Benavides

FUN INDOORS Bowling Kautz Shore Lanes 6840 S. Lakeshore Road, Lexington 810-359-5211 12 bowling lanes Lakeview Hills Lanes M 6560 E. Peck Road, Lexington 810-359-7333 • lakeviewhills.com 16 bowling lanes. See ad page 3. Liberty Lanes M 100 Kristian Drive, Sandusky 810-648-9860 • bowllibertylanes.com 16 bowling lanes. Established in 1979, Liberty Lanes offers a modern, handicap accessible bowling center with full service restaurant & bar. Game Room & Pro Shop for the bowling enthusiast. Friday night fish fry and full salad bar. Serving the best wet burritos in the county and hand tossed pizza! Call to reserve a room for your meeting or party of any kind. Rehearsal dinners or weddings, space available for up to 300 guests! Melody Lanes 2511 Black River Street, Deckerville 810-376-9235

Ice Skating Colleen J. Howe Arena, Sanilac County 4-H Fairgrounds 260 Dawson Street, Sandusky sanilacicearena.com Open skating November through March on Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Cass City State Game Area 923 acres between Elmwood & Kelly Road in Greenleaf & Evergreen Townships Area is open to the public for hunting & fishing. Minden City State Game Area 8,725 acres in Minden, Austin, Argyle & Wheatland Townships Features one of the largest bog habitats in the state. See Map on page 25.

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Putt ‘in 4 Paws 6010 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-4653 puttin4paws@att.net • puttin4paws.weebly.com Owned by Sanilac County Humane Society (SCHS) a private non-profit humane agency. All money will be used to care for the animals! See ad page 14.

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Sanilac Sportsman Club 3200 Goetze Road, Deckerville, MI 48427 810-376-9414 A membership club, also open to the public at times. Sanilac State Game Area 900 acres in Greenleaf Township – Germania Road, 1/4 mile south of Bay City-Forestville Road 989-872-5300 Field Office Area is open to the public for hunting, fishing, hiking and cross-country skiing. No motor vehicles are permitted. This area also offers a handicapped accessible hunting trail. See Map on page 25.

Off Road Vehicle Use Sanilac County Roads* sanilaccounty.net Please see full ORV details at sanilaccounty.net. Search for “ORV”, click on “Sanilac County’s ORV Ordinance”. * See Map on page 25 for more details.

Snowmobile Trails Thumbs Up Snowmobile Club 810-376-4909 • thumbsupsnowmobileclub.org Seasonal trails depending on the weather conditions. Season normally runs from December through March. 100 miles of trails. See Map on page 25.

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Golf Courses

Golf.

Lakeview Hills Golf Resort M 6560 E. Peck Road (M-90), Lexington, MI 48450 Main 810-359-7333 • Pro Shop 810-359-8901 lakeviewhills.com • general@lakeviewhills.com 36 hole golf course. Two exceptional 18 hole golf courses, full service restaurant and the Walter Hagen Sports Bar. For the golf enthusiast, Lakeview Hills North and South Courses are a must play. Both courses are cut through mature woodlands and offer stunning views from many holes. See ad pg 3. Marlette Golf Club 2701 Golf Course Drive, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-3009 • marlettegolf.com 9 hole golf course Willow Tree Golf Course 232 W. Galbraith Line Road, Melvin, MI 48454 810-387-4001 9 hole golf course Woodland Hills Golf Course M 320 N. Gates Road, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2400 • woodlandhillsclub.com 18 hole golf course. A predominantly link-style course, Woodland Hills can challenge experienced golfers with a thoughtful layout while helping rookies relax amid the unmatched scenery as they learn this classic game. Woodland Hills is a fantastic place to enjoy fine dining or hold your next important banquet. With a combination of picturesque scenery and our hospitable team, Woodland Hills is a wonderful place for whatever a guest may need. Reservations also available for special events up to 300 guests! See ad pg 18.

Photo courtesy Alicia Reinke

A get-away would not be complete without a round of golf, or so many vacationers claim. If that’s true, then Sanilac County will be high on the list of Michigan vacation destinations. With 5 courses to choose from, golfers have the opportunity to test their skills at many different levels.

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Huron Shores Golf Club M 1441 N. Lakeshore Road, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9961 • huronshoresgolfclub.com admin@huronshoresgolfclub.com 18 hole golf course. Huron Shores Golf Club and Restaurant offers great golf and casual dining! Established in 1925 and located 3 miles north of Port Sanilac, golfers will find our 18-hole regulation course challenging and fun to play. Lunches and dinners feature freshly prepared comfortable classics, as well as weekly highlighted culinary creations. Dine while overlooking beautiful scenic views of the course. Join us! See ad pg 18.

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From the 36 hole Lakeview Hills course, located in Lexington, to the 18-hole Woodland Hills Golf Course, all golf courses boast beautiful fairways and greens, and all are open to the public. Three of them: Huron Shores, Lakeview Hills, and Marlette have full service restaurants and bars, where golfers can relax well into the evening hours. There’s never a stranger in the group when golfers gather, so come and spend some time with us. Whether it’s your first time on our courses or your 100th, you’ll always be welcomed!

Lakeview Hills Golf Resort, Lexington, photo courtesy Nathan Benavides

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PARK AND Photo courtesy Forester Park, Sanilac County Parks

Community Parks Brown City M Brown City Community Park Cade Road, south of Main Street (M-90) • Picnic tables • pavilion • playgrounds • grills • portable bathrooms • baseball fields • basketball & tennis courts • Open April - October • See ad page 12 Carsonville Carsonville Park Maynard Street • Baseball field • picnic tables • pavilion • grills Croswell M Riverbend Park Maple Street, by Swinging Bridge • Swinging Bridge • playground • splash pad • picnic tables • pavilion • grills • Open dawn - 10 pm Gingersnap Park Howard Street • Playground Truman Park Truman & Ward Street • Basketball court • playground Graham Park off Roach Road • Tent camping with water • Open year round • No vehicles allowed • See ad page 6 Deckerville M Wilson Park Park Street, south of Black River St. 810-376-9505 • Picnic area • tennis & basketball courts • shuffleboard • horseshoes • playground • volleyball • snowmobile trailhead • pavilion available for rent • park closed Tuesday’s

Deckerville cont’d Veterans Park Black River Street • Playground • sandbox • basketball courts • picnic tables • Open 8 am - 10:30 pm Forestville Forestville Park Cedar Street • Playground Marlette M Marlette Community Park & Pool - 17 acres 3 blocks east of Van Dyke (M-53) on Chard Street • baseball/softball fields • basketball & tennis courts • playgrounds • sand volleyball courts • horseshoes • picnic pavilions • swimming pool • wading pool & bathhouse • See ad page 12 Memory Park Angle Street • Playground • pavilion • picnic tables Melvin Melvin Village Park Galbraith Line Road • Playground • pavilion • picnic tables • grills • electric • baseball field • bathrooms • Closes at 10 pm Minden City Francis A. Lautner Memorial Park Main & Third Streets • Picnic tables • pavilions • baseball field • playground • volleyball & basketball courts • grills • Closes at 10 pm

! y Pla Lexington M Lester Street Park • Tennis courts • picnic tables • grills • basketball courts • softball/baseball field • skateboarding • 1 mile walking trail • Open 7 am - 11 pm Patrick Tierney Memorial Park • Playground • bathrooms • boardwalk • breakwall • beach • picnic tables • grills • tennis courts • parking • Location for Music in the Park • Open 7 am - 11 pm • See ad page 13

Peck Peck Memorial Park Peck Road • Playground • pavilion • picnic tables • grills • electric • baseball field • tennis & volleyball courts • bathrooms • Closes at 11 pm Port Sanilac M Harbor Park Main Street • Playground • pavilion • tables • bathroom • grills • Open dawn - 10 pm Bark Shanty Community Center Ontario & Church Street • Baseball fields • ice rink • basketball court • Open dawn - 10 pm Port Sanilac Fire Hall Beside Fire House on M-25 • Tennis Court • playground North Park 1/2 Block North of Orchard Street • Pavilion • grills • beach - handicapped accessible Welcome Center Main intersection, M-25 & M-46 • Basketball • pickleball • tennis courts • restrooms • hike/bike trailhead

Sandusky M Sandusky City Park Speaker Street • Baseball fields • volleyball court • pavilions • picnic tables • grills • handicap accessible playground • Closes at dusk Diamond Trail Maple Valley Street • One mile paved trail for walking, jogging, biking & in-line skating • benches • See ad page 10

Tennis Courts Additional courts available at : Cros-Lex High School, Sandusky Middle School.

Splash Pad, Sandusky Park, Photo courtesy Bill Dixon

Croswell Splash Pad, Riverbend Park M Maple Street, by Swinging Bridge • Open daily, 10 am - 7 pm during summer • See ad page 6 Marlette Community Park & Pool M Chard Street, 3 blocks east • Pool • Splash Pad, New in 2016! • See ad page 12 Sandusky City Park M Speaker Street, 3 blocks west • Splash Pad, New in 2016! • Closes at dusk • See ad page 10

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Delaware Park - 111 acres 6301 N. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Palms, MI 48465 810-622-8715 14 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25 Day use only park with picnic area, swimming beach, fishing, along with nature, hiking & equestrian trails. See ad page 30. Evergreen Park - 84 acres 4731 Van Dyke Road (M-53), Cass City, MI 48726 989-872-6600 9 miles north of M-46 on M-53 on the Cass River Day & camp use park with 147 sites, cabin rentals, playground, recreational field, picnic area, swimming pond, hiking, fishing, and pavilion. Handicapped accessible bathrooms, campsites & camping with sewer hookup. See ad page 30.

Marlette Community Pool, Marlette Park, Photo courtesy Lori Geiger

Lexington Park - 27 acres 3885 S. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7473 3 miles north of Lexington on M-25 Day & camp use park with 45 rustic sites with electric only. Tennis courts, beach, picnic area, playground equipment, restrooms, pavilion & horseshoes. See ad page 30.

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Forester Park - 68 acres 2820 N. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Carsonville, MI 48419 810-622-8715 6.5 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25 Day & camp use park with 195 sites, cabin rentals, showers, park store, horseshoes, playground equipment, nature trails, swimming beach, picnic area, pavilions, fishing, running water, and camping with sewer hookup. See ad page 30.

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Delaware Park M 14 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25. Small beach, picnic tables, pit toilets, roadside park and rustic camping. See ad page 4 (across from content pg).

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Miss Port Sanilac M 7365 Cedar Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9651, portsanilacmarina.com chester@ portsanilacmarina.com 45 foot Coast Guard Inspected Tour Boat, 34 Passenger Capacity. Weddings, Funerals, Cruises, Parties, Large Party Fishing and Diving Groups. Contact: Captain Chester S. Kolascz, Port Sanilac Marina. See ad on back cover.

Lexington Charter Boat, LLC 7400 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-3000, lexingtoncharterboat. com

Model T 7277 Simons St. P.O. Box 39 Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-8910, cqilex.com Captain: Ron Cutler Vessel: 28’ Fiberglass, Sports Fisher Amenities: 10’ Beam Species: Walleye, perch, salmon, lake trout, steelhead & browns.

Forester Park M 6 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25. Picnic tables, hiking, nature trails, bathhouse, shelter, running water, large public beach and camping. See ad page 4 (across from content pg). Lexington Park M 3 miles north of Lexington on M-25. Part of Lexington North Shore Mobile Home Park. Tennis courts, picnic tables, public beach. See ad page 4 (across from content pg). Patrick Tierney Memorial Park M Located in Lexington, east of main light (M-25 / M-90). Playground equipment, bathrooms, boardwalk, breakwall, beach, picnic tables, grills, tennis courts and parking. Location for Music in the Park series. Open 7 am - 11 pm. See ad page 13. Port Sanilac Harbor Public Access / Beach M Located at the north side of the breakwall in Port Sanilac. It is a public area that is used for a beach.

Dive Four Fathoms Diving Inc. 7320 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-DIVE Huron Explorations Co. Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-4638

Huron Venture 45 N. Flower Street Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-4226 Rec & Tec Dive Charters Inc. Port Sanilac, MI 48469 Cell: 586-994-7858 rectecdivecharters.com scuba4us@hotmail.com Contact: Gary D. Venet Sr., Captain

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Stormy Chinook 4140 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 386-212-4030 Southeast Charters 4037 E. Stilson Road Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-4552 810-705-5287 Captain: Craig Burch Vessel: 28’ Aluminum Marinette. Species: Lake trout, salmon & walleye.

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Photo courtesy Kaitlyn Miller

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Bark Shanty Marina 65 S. Lake Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-404-4414 Lexington State Harbor 7411 Huron Avenue, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-5600 Oldford’s Marina 7400 Huron Avenue, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-5410 Port Sanilac Municipal Harbor M 7376 Main Street, PO Box 134, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-8738 • Fuel Dock: 810-622-8818 Harbormaster C: 810-710-1253 • E: pshc1@sbcglobal.net Port Sanilac Harbor is your main destination for your stay at the harbor. We have transient and seasonal dockage. DNR Reservations accepted. Fuel (gas, diesel), pump out service, water, 30 & 50 amp available at all docks. The main building contains a comfort station with bathrooms & showers. The club room portion has TV & Wi-Fi. Grills under a Gazebo at the Harbor turn-around. Kayak & paddle boards available for rent. Beach & Town is walking distance to all restaurants & stores. Come enjoy a great place to visit!

A great way to ensure you have everything you need on board is to visit the US Coast Guard at a free Vessel Safety Check (VSC) location. One such location is at the Port Sanilac Marina on July 3 from Noon to 4 p.m. Before you go for your free vessel check, you can review the requirements by going to http://goo.gl/ mWFdQ9 and download the checklist. This is a great tool to ensure you have all the proper equipment & paperwork on board and get a head start before launch. Let’s run through a few items you’ll be checking: Personal Flotation Devices (PFD): Every passenger on the boat is required to have a PFD in good, serviceable condition that is a suitable size. Boats 16 feet or longer must also have a throwable device that has to be ‘immediately available’. Many boaters store lifejackets in a compartment but it is good practice that once on board the boat, you check over the life jackets, secure children immediately, and secure the adult jackets (if not being worn) to a line for easy access in case of emergency. Visual Distress Signals: On the Great Lakes, recreational boats at least 16 feet long must be equipped with a minimum of either a three day and three night pyrotechnic device or a one day nonpyrotechnic device such as a flag and a one night device such as an SOS light. For boats shorter than 16 feet, only a night visual distress signal is required when operating the boat after dark. Fire Extinguishers: Recreational boats less than 26 feet and propelled by outboard motors are not required to have fire extinguishers, but it’s a good rule of thumb to always carry one on board. Extinguishers are required if one or more of the following conditions exists. 1: The boat has an inboard engine, 2: When double-bottom hulls are not completely sealed or not completely filled with flotation materials, 3: If there is a closed living space, 4: If the boat has compartments containing flammable materials, 5: If the boat has a permanently installed fuel tank. Sound Producing Devices: All boats must carry a device (whistle, horn, siren, etc.) capable of a 4-second blast audible for half a mile. Boats larger than 39 feet are also required to have a bell.

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Port Sanilac Marina M 7365 Cedar Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9651, portsanilacmarina.com Full service deep water Lake Huron marina, located in Port Sanilac Harbor. Offering new & used boat sales, dockage, outside storage, inside heated storage and service. We carry Catalina Yachts, Marlow-Hunter Marine, & J Boats watercraft. Main building also contains First Mate Ice Cream Store in lower level as well as Uri’s Landing - Waterfront Dining overlooking the harbor. See ad on back cover.

When packing up the boat for a day out on the water, it’s important to inventory the items you have on board before setting out. We’re not talking about just the sunscreen and well stocked cooler (although nothing beats First Mate’s hand dipped Michigan Pot Hole ice cream in a homemade waffle cone!). We’re talking about safety devices that are must haves on the boat.

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Boat Safely and Have Fun!

For more information, you can check out articles online and visit your local marina like Port Sanilac Marina located at 7365 Cedar St, Port Sanilac, Michigan. They can direct you to the correct safety equipment and they have boating safety information for free to all boaters. Have a safe and enjoyable boating season!

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Photo Contest Winners

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Richard Lemke, Still Life & Scenic Views

3. Susan Morse, Events & Tourist Attractions

4. Kaitlyn Miller, Water Sports, Golf & Other Activities Thank You Congratulations to all of our photo contest winners, and thank you to those who provided photos. Be looking for the 2017 photo contest. Full details will be available at sanilaccounty.org. Be a part of the fun!

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* Sanilac County is an ATV/ORV friendly county with just under 1,500 miles of gravel roads. It is the USER’S RESPONSIBILITY to know the law. Read the local county ordinance BEFORE RIDING. County ordinances are NOT identical. You CANNOT RIDE on personal property. User MUST OBEY all traffic laws. Maximum speed is 25 mph. NO RIDING available in Moore Township (including M-19/M-46 intersection at Elmer to north of Snover) RIDE WITH CAUTION in Amish areas (including villages and surrounding areas of Brown City to Marlette). Enjoy your ride! Full ORV details available online in pdf form at: sanilaccounty.net/PublicPages/SearchResults. aspx?Target=ORV and click here: Sanilac County’s ORV Ordinance

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Butler Bed & Breakfast

5774 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-5910

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Captain’s Quarters Inn

7277 Simons Street, P.O. Box 39 Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-2196

cqilex.com email: westwind@greatlakes.net

1995 N. Huron View Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-9739

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Inn The Garden Bed & Breakfast

7156 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-8966

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Night to Remember, A Bed & Breakfast

5712 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-7134

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Powell House Bed & Breakfast

5076 Lakeshore Rd Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-5533

powellhouselex.com

Raymond House Inn

111 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-8800

theraymondhouseinn.com email: hrbrlite@sbcglobal.net

Seldom Inn Bed & Breakfast

167 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-0788

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3288 Lakeshore Rd Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-5866

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3601 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450

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120 S. Ridge Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-9981

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DeMott’s Westpark Inn M

440 W. Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471

810-648-4300

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Harbourfront Motel

5689 Old Orchard Bluff Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-8906

6560 E. Peck Rd. Lexington, MI 48450

888-355-4004 810-359-7333

lakeviewhills.com email: frontdesk@lakeviewhills.com

Lakewinds Motel

6997 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-5196

email: lakewindsmotel@yahoo.com

Last Chance Motel

7024 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-9258

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405 W. Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471

810-648-4811

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DeMotts Westpark Inn M 440 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-4300 westparkinnsandusky.com The country inn-hotel features 29 rooms, free wireless internet, in-room coffee & free continental breakfast. Two bedroom suite & honeymoon suites are also available. Bench Warmers Restaurant is attached as well as a banquet & bar facility for parties or special events, up to 200 people. Lakeview Hills Golf Resort M 6560 E. Peck Rd., Lexington, MI 48450 888-355-4004 • 810-359-7333 lakeviewhills.com frontdesk@lakeviewhills.com Offering Standard Room, Deluxe King Bed, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites. Wireless Internet is available at the hotel for guests. Location also has (2) 18 hole courses, 16 lane bowling center, fitness center, dining, bar, & banquet halls, some holding up to 400 guests. See ad pg 3.

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Cottage Rentals A-1 Cottage Rentals P.O. Box 546 Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7774 810-712-0031 a1cottages.com

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Affordable Lexington House 7332 Lester Street Lexington, MI 48450 586-775-1141 thelexhouse.com Auntie Mary Ann’s Hideaway 7380 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450 734-765-5655 734-455-3804 map0313@yahoo.com B&G Lakeview Cottage 7341 Satinwood Lexington, MI 48450 586-977-0672 gailtali@aol.com Beach Loft 1999 2896 N. Lakeshore Road Carsonville, MI 48419 810-622-9194 beachloft1999.weebly.com

Beautiful Lexington 7333 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450 Boyington House 7294 Boyington Street Lexington, MI 48450 586-803-0124 www.beesky.com/ boyingtonhouse Celtic Cottage 7314 Cedar St., P.O. Box 69 Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-300-3393 810-622-9565 omarac@sbcglobal.net The Cottage on the Lake 7873 Lakeview Drive Lexington, MI 48450 313-407-9741 thecottageonthelake.com Cozy Cottage For Rent 7318 Willow Court Lexington, MI 48450 586-453-1341 nicolegros3682 @hotmail.com

Dayton House 7333 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7774 a1cottages.com Fairwinds Cottage 5115 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-8785 810-404-7484 fairwindslexington.com Green House Cottage of Lexington 8407 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 586-791-9422 586-713-6160 thegreenhousemichigan. com Harbor Mist Cottage 7293 Simons Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7774 Hideaway Cove 1853 South Lakeshore Rd. Carsonville, MI 48419 810-650-1232 2 Cottages

Holland’s B&B M Cottage / Tree House Cottage 1995 N. Huron View Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9739 connieholland.com connieholland3@gmail.com Holland’s Cottage & Tree House is located 4 miles North of Port Sanilac. It is nestled on a 40 acre parcel. The Cottage and Tree House is in a peaceful location among tall trees, deep valleys, and a trickling brook. The Cottage is complete with a fireplace, a pine finished great room, and a large screen TV. Breakfast is included. The Tree House is intended for the serious outdoor enthusiast. ATVs, ORVs, Snowmobiles, Kayaks & Bicycles name just a few of those welcome here. Short stay business accomodations available. This location also includes a 3 bedroom Bed & Breakfast. See ad page 31.

Lake Huron beach access, Holland’s B&B

Fire Pit Area, Holland’s Tree House

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Three Sisters Inn, Port Sanilac

Lusky’s Lakefront Cottages 8949 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-327-6889 luskys.com 11 Cottages Michigan Beach House 144 N. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 586-201-6148 MichiganBeachHouse.com North Point Cabin 3941 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-201-0052 northpointcabin.com Nymph & Seadog 8469 & 8471 Lakeshore Rd. Lexington, MI 48450 616-669-5187 nymphandseadog.com 2 Lakefront Cottages

Piazza’s Cottage 2898 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-2231 Red Cottage, The 7782 Cherry Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-327-2578 ralphdsay@yahoo.com Rose Cottage 36 S. Lake Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-8343 gallery890@yahoo.com Roses’ Cabins 5095 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-712-3777 rosescabin.com Sarah’s C&C Cottages 173 &175 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-0788 sgw67@hotmail.com 2 Cottages

Stencel Cottage Downtown 7293 Simons St. Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7774 a1cottages.com

Whale Rock Cottage 4489 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 810-858-7742 810-334-9544 whalerockcottage.com

Three Sisters Inn M 57 North Lake St Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-444-1901 3sisters-inn.com info@3sisters-inn.com ‘A stones throw’ from the main beach in Port Sanilac, Three Sisters Inn is literally a 2 minute walk to the beach! We provide beach towels and water toys for your lake adventure. We can accommodate up to 14 people in four bedrooms with four bathrooms, filled with hotel quality beds & linens, as well as a stocked media and games room. Three Sisters Inn has a lush manicured lawn with gorgeous views every way you look to complete your special event or stay. See ad pg 31.

Whispering Willows 7373 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450 734-354-6078 mypeoplepc.com/ members/berelsfamily/ wwc

This is a brief listing of lodging. More complete list at sanilaccounty.org.

Three Sisters Inn, Port Sanilac

Wings Over the Lake Cabins 2927 S. Lakeshore Road Applegate, MI 48401 810-359-2800

Photo courtesy Cindy Anglin-Davis

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Huron Lake Cottage 5269 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450 810-679-4143 sundancer@advnet.net

Three Sisters Inn, Port Sanilac

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Join the FUN at Lake Huron Campground! 395 Camp Sites 35 Log Cabins with AC & Heat 20/30/50 Amp Full Hook-ups 20 Acre Private Lake 18-Hole Mini Golf Course Boat, Bike, & Golf Cart Rentals Heated Pool Nature Trails General Store & Pizza Cafe Pets Welcome

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Book your trip anytime, anywhere, at lakehuroncamp.com 2353 N. Lakeshore Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 P:(810) 622.0110 F: (810) 622.0140

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Campgrounds Evergreen Park M 9 miles North of M-46 Forester Park M 6.5 miles North of Port Sanilac Lexington Park M 3 miles North of Lexington

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Lake Huron Campground 4.5 miles North of Port Sanilac

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4731 Van Dyke (M-53) Cass City, MI 48726

989-872-6600

sanilaccountyparks.com evergreen@sanilaccountyparks.com

2820 N. Lakeshore Rd. (M-25) Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-8715

sanilaccountyparks.com forester@sanilaccountyparks.com

2820 N. Lakeshore Rd. (M-25) Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-8715

sanilaccountyparks.com lexington.park2@hotmail.com

2353 N. Lakeshore Rd. (M-25) Carsonville, MI 48419

810-622-0110

lakehuroncamp.com info@lakehuroncamp.com

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Group Camp Rentals Blue Water Campground

7291 County Farm Rd. Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-7760

bluewatercampground.org bluewatercampground@gmail.com

Camp Ozanam

7303 Walker Rd. Carsonville, MI 48419

810-622-8744

aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org

Camp Stapleton

3753 S. Lakeshore Rd. Lexington, MI 48450

810-622-8744

aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org

CYO Boys Camp

1295 S. Lakeshore Rd. Carsonville, MI 48419

810-622-8744

aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org

CYO Girls Camp

1564 N. Lakeshore Rd. Port Sanilac, MI 48469

810-622-8744

aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org

YWCA Camp Cavell

3335 S. Lakeshore Rd. Lexington, MI 48450

810-359-2267

campcavell.org cavell@campcavell.org

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RV / Mobile Camper Community Creekside Huron Shores M 144 Shoreline Rd. East, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-8113 • huronshores@sbcglobal.net huronshoresmhc.com Located 2 miles north of Port Sanilac, Creekside Huron Shores Estates has 12 RV sites with full hookups, homes for sale, and vacant sites to bring in a home; and has a fully equipped community building overlooking Lake Huron for entertaining friends & family. Offering shuffleboard court, horseshoes, volleyball, library, laundry, & kitchen. The atmosphere is relaxed, with 1000 feet of sandy beach. See ad page 31.

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Holiday Beach Resort & Campgrounds 420 N. Lakeshore Road, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 248-356-2600

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Lake Huron Shoreline at Port Sanilac, photo courtesy Kaitlyn Miller

Lexington North Shore Mobile Home Park M 5203 Main St., Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-8631, x101 meloc1ms@gmail.com • lmmhp@att.net lexingtonnorthshore.com Located in Historic Lexington, Lexington North Shore provides affordable Great Lake living for those who want a summer retreat, weekend getaway, or permanent residence with a resort feel. Lots are available for both long and short term rentals in this friendly community. The park has a quarter mile of sandy beach, a clubhouse with wifi, and an active residents association that sponsors frequent social events. See ad page 13. Lexington RV Resort, The M 7181 Lexington Boulevard, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-2054 lexingtonrvresort.com A co-owner managed facility (210 sites), The Lexington Michigan RV Resort is a perfect low maintenance cottage alternative. We are located across the road from Lake Huron in the picturesque resort village of Lexington, in Michigan’s Thumb Area. Just bring your full hookup recreational vehicle (no tents, pop-ups, or pickup campers) and rent a site for the day, week, month, season or become a co-owner at a private recreational park. Access to Lake Huron and a heated pool. See ad page 31.

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“Since 2006, the Sanilac Tourism Association (STA) has been ‘working together for our community’,” states STA Chairperson, Tammy Williford, Marketing Director of Eastern Michigan Bank. “We started with a group of individuals who saw a need for a countywide tourism initiative. From day one, our mission has been to enhance economic vitality by marketing the county as a destination, and to foster relationships with community partners to ensure a quality guest experience. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we are proud to say that we have stayed true to that mission!” When the all-volunteer board was formed, care was taken to assure that representatives from throughout the county were involved and that the individuals holding the seats came primarily from businesses and organizations directly affected by tourism. These individuals have donated thousands of hours to implement a variety of initiatives intended to enhance tourism in Sanilac County. It is important to note that the STA has not received any government funding; all projects have been funded through advertising dollars or membership fees. The flagship project of the STA has been its annual publication of a full color Sanilac County Visitor’s

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Guide distributed both locally and throughout the state of Michigan to entice visitors to come to Sanilac County to enjoy its picturesque rural landscape and beautiful Lake Huron shoreline. In addition to the Guide, members of the group have also taken on a number of ventures to increase tourism traffic in Sanilac County. These include creating a tourism website: www.sanilaccounty.org, hosting a FAM Tour in the county, recruiting the Great Getaways film crew to feature Sanilac County on its television show for Detroit Public Television, producing brochures for the Sanilac County Park system, and joining the Tip of Thumb Heritage Water Trail, to name just a few. “In the future, we plan to explore the feasibility of developing “day trip” packages, promoting recreational opportunities in the area, enhancing our internet presence through social media, and offering tourism-enhancement trainings to our local businesses,” shares Williford. “We are proud of our accomplishments to date and look forward to continuing to promote Sanilac County tourism in the coming years!” If you are interested in more information about Sanilac County or finding out how you can be a part of the STA projects, please visit www.sanilaccounty.org or email travel@sanilaccounty.org.

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A & W Lakeside Family Restaurant 5309 Main St., Lexington 810-359-8522

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Applegate Inn M 4736 Main Rd., Applegate 810-633-9398 Home of the Famous Zerilli Special Pizza Homemade Dough & Sauce. Being one of the very few establishments to “Cook till we close”, Applgate Inn offers many menu items that is very family friendly. In business since 1991, we are worth the drive! Like us on FB. See ad page 39. Beagio’s Pizza M & Restaurant 3003 Main St., Marlette 989-635-2015 beagiospizza.com Family owned & operated with the same homemade pizza dough & secret sauce recipe since 1970. Our pizza dough is made fresh daily on our premise, never frozen!! Famous for our WILLY BREAD. Beck’s Village Café & Ice Cream 5349 Main St., Lexington 810-359-8686

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Bench Warmers M Sports Bar & Grill 440 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4300 Restaurant / Sports Lounge inside DeMott’s Westpark Inn, where you come in as a guest and leave as a friend. Ben’s Supercenter - Deli • 4436 Main St., Brown City 810-346-3664 • 6541 Plaza Drive, Marlette 989-635-4069 Big Boy Restaurant 422 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4530

Blue Water M Sports Bar & Grill 8 N. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-0176 bluewatersportsbar.com The Blue Water Inn was here for over 75 years, and we have brought the building back to its original 1850’s facade. We have a bar with a full menu: chicken wings, burgers, pizza & more. We have TV’s so you won’t ever miss a game. Play pool, darts & your favorite tunes. See ad page 39. Bob & Jamie’s Grill 57 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4299 Burger King 505 W. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-2286 Bush’s Restaurant 6513 S. Lakeshore, Lexington 810-359-5801 Cadillac House 5502 Main Street, Lexington 810-359-7201 Camm Café, The 55 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-679-4499 China Lee 58 E. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-5850 City Bakery Bistro 83 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-278-6053 Coach House Tavern 2701 Golf Course Dr., Marlette 989-635-3478 Country View Bulk Foods 177 N. Germania Rd., Marlette 989-635-8018

Corner Café 3452 Main St., Deckerville 810-376-8450

Firehouse Pizzeria & Grill 1746 Main St., Minden City 989-864-3848

D’ville Diner 3474 Main St., Deckerville 810-376-9565

Foley’s Market 7252 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5411

Dining Room, The M 422 Woodland Dr., Sandusky 810-404-4040 We have the look and feel of your very own dining room. Home-style food is served by polite & friendly waitresses. The Dining Room is owned by local Mennonite, Lana Zimmerman, whose dream was to open a restaurant ever since she was young. So come, have some wonderful food & create some new memories with your family. See ad page 39. DQ Grill & Chill 286 E. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-3301 Eddie G’s 6484 W. Marlette St., Marlette 989-635-7829 Elk Street Brewery Ltd. & Tap Room M 3 South Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-1600 elkstreetbrewery.com Elk Street Brewery is open year round and is a 3 barrel, all-grain brewer offering hand-crafted, premium microbrews using locally grown hops from Barkshanty Hops LLC. Their brews are designed for maximum flavor, smoothness, and drinkability. New this year is their novel menu highlighting fresh Elk Burgers, Elk Sliders, Coney Dogs and weekly featured specials. Combine their exceptional brews, exquisite setting & unique menu options, and the result is an experience worthy of a Thumb destination. Cheers! See ad page 42.

Forester Inn, The 2422 N. Lakeshore Rd., (M-25), Carsonville 810-622-8606 Ginger’s Café 4237 Main St., Brown City 810-346-2020 Harrington Inn Restaurant 4164 Main St., Brown City 810-346-3266 Hilltop Coney Diner 3785 S. Van Dyke, Marlette 989-635-7870 Horseshoe Grill, The 4000 Main St., Brown City 810-346-4440 Huron Shores M Golf Club 1441 N. Lakeshore Rd., Port Sanilac 810-622-9961 huronshoresgolfclub.com 18 hole golf course. Huron Shores Golf Club and Restaurant offers great golf and casual dining! Established in 1925 and located 3 miles north of Port Sanilac, dining reservations are appreciated. Lunches and dinners feature freshly prepared comfortable classics, as well as, weekly highlighted culinary creations. Dine while overlooking beautiful scenic views of the course. Join us! See ad page 18. Jeff’s Marketplace • 5455 N. Main St., Lexington 810-359-8911 • 54 N Howard Ave, Croswell 810-679-4230

Kayla’s Kafé 1740 Van Dyke Rd., Decker 989-635-2453 La Fonda Mexican Kitchen 4254 Main St., Brown City 810-346-2002

Lakeview Hills M Golf Resort 6560 E. Peck Rd. (M-90) Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7333 Main 810-359-8901 Pro Shop lakeviewhills.com 36 hole golf course, full service restaurant and the Walter Hagen Sports Bar. For the golf enthusiast, Lakeview Hills North and South Courses are a must play. Both courses are cut through mature woodlands and offer stunning views from many holes. See ad page 3. Lexington Brewing Company & Wine House 5475 N. Main St., Lexington 1-810-359-5012 Liangs Garden 3070 Main St., Marlette 989-635-2939

Lighthouse Bakery 56 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-0031 Linda Lou’s Bar & Grill 4397 Main St., Brown City 810-346-2640 Little Caesars • 467 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4066 • 3381 S. Main St., Marlette 989-635-7502 Luv More Ice Cream Co. 3295 Main St., Marlette 989-635-2020 Main Street Grill 2954 Main St., Marlette 989-635-8216 Mainstreet Café 40 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-2320 Marlette Livestock Restaurant 6381 Euclid St., Marlette 989-635-0177 Mary’s Diner 14 N. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-9377 McDonald’s • 174 S. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-679-0042 • 450 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-2465 • 3430 S. Main St., Marlette 989-635-3877

The Dining Room Family Restaurant, Sandusky

Newman’s Pub “N” Grub 7264 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-8080 Oliver’s Pizza • 2010 Black River St., Deckerville 810-376-0022 • 5590 Main St., Lexington 810-359-2500 • 442 S Sandusky Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4975 Pizza Hut 412 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-4555 Riverside Family Dining 27 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-679-4771 Silver Tavern 2071 Black River St., Deckerville 810-376-8563 Steis’s Village Inn 5523 Main St., Lexington 810-359-5090 Stone Lodge, The 156 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-6200 Subway • (Inside Ben’s Supercenter), Brown City 810-346-3664 • (Inside J&D Market), 5000 E Peck Rd., Croswell, 810-679-2290 • 5495 N. Main St., Lexington 810-359-0000 • (Inside Marlette Oil & Gas), 2897 Main St., Marlette 989-635-5481 • (Inside Walmart), M-46, west side, Sandusky 810-648-9856

Sugar Shack 13 W. Lapeer St., Peck 810-378-5971 Sweetwater Gourmet Deli & Bar 7318 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-7956 Temptations Ice Cream Parlor 5712 Main St., Lexington 810-359-7134 Treve’s Pizza • 4116 E. Main St., Brown City 810-346-3709 • 2575 S. Van Dyke Rd., Marlette 989-635-2320 Triple “J” Café 4020 E. Chandler St., Carsonville 810-657-9900 Uri’s Landing - Waterfront Dining 7365 Cedar St., Port Sanilac 810-622-0325

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Lakeshore Market 7023 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-8407

Outdoor Dining Deck & Main Building, Huron Shores Golf Club, Port Sanilac

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Kautz Shore Lanes & Restaurant 6840 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-5211

Liberty Lanes M 100 Kristian Dr., Sandusky 810-648-9860 bowllibertylanes.com 16 bowling lanes. Established in 1979, Liberty Lanes offers a modern, handicap accessible bowling center with full service restaurant & bar. Game Room & Pro Shop for the bowling enthusiast. Friday night fish fry and full salad bar. Serving the best wet burritos in the county and hand tossed pizza! Call to reserve a room for your meeting or party of any kind. Rehearsal dinners or weddings, space available for up to 300 guests!

LODGING

Jerry’s Foodland - Deli 35 Kristian St., Sandusky 810-648-4514

Water Tower Sports Pub 7245 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-3310 Willis’ Marketplace 173 N. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-9622 Wimpy’s Place 7270 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5450 Windjammer, The 7420 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-2712 Woodland Hills M Golf Course 320 N. Gates Rd., Sandusky 810-648-2400 woodlandhillsclub.com 18 hole golf course. Banquet facility for reservations only, and available for special events for up to 300 guests! See ad page 18.

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Antique Shops 1. Blower Antiques 2486 Black River St., Deckerville 810-376-4600 2. Croswell’s Curiosity Corner 80 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-712-3689 3. Denise Kelly Antiques 26 Austin St., Sandusky 810-648-4138 4. Dusty Attic, The 3520 Main St., Deckerville 810-376-3805 5. Farmhouse Antiques & Collectibles 7914 Lake St., Forestville 989-864-5534 6. Four Corners Vintage & More 5 W. Lapeer St., Peck 810-378-5990 7. Gatherings – Antiques, Folk Art & More 5454 Main St., Lexington 810-359-5583

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8. Gray Cottage Antiques, The 7170 Main St. (M-46), Port Sanilac 810-622-8846 9. Gull Cottage Antiques 2096 S. Lakeshore Rd. (M-25), Applegate 810-622-9883 10. Laura’s Antiques in Croswell 69 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-679-0028

11. Pastrelic Inc. 6698 Lakeshore Rd. (M-25), Lexington 810-359-5559

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Imagine walking into a quaint country store situated in an 1890 Sanilac County farmhouse and finding 12. Pudingstone something that takes you Antiques back to the days of your 6251 Brown Rd., youth. Several customers Croswell of “Sunshiners Gift, Garden, 586-246-1223 and Antiques” of Sandusky, 13. Sandusky Antiques Michigan have marveled at 41 E. Sanilac Ave., one of a number of old-time (M-46), Sandusky hand-crank phonographs or gramophones that have been 14. Sunshiner’s Gift, M 1903 Alethetone Gramophone, for sale. The owners are more Garden & Antiques Shop Sunshiners Gift, than willing to put on a record Garden & Antiques Shop 82 S. Townline Rd., and play a song or two, much Sandusky to the delight of the guests, 810 648-5415 most of whom cannot resist taking a spin around the michigan83.com/ room to the tunes of their youth. sanilac-county. • FB Sanilac County is rich in a supply of antiques and Open year round, call for hours, collectibles at numerous businesses and other venues. 1890 Farm House Setting, 12 + While many visitors can delight in recapturing a bit of rooms, Michigan & USA Made their youth, baby-boomers and millennials are also antiques are our specialty. attracted by the great values that exist. One never knows 15. Touched By Time M what can be found among the many shops, flea markets, Antiques estate sales, or yard sales. 2350 S. Van Dyke Rd., Featured in the photograph is a 1903 Alethetone (M-53), Marlette gramophone that was produced by the former Stevens 989-635-7038 Organ and Piano Company of Marietta, Ohio. The item touchedbytime2@yahoo. was obtained from a Bay City, Michigan estate sale com • FB and is in mint condition. An advertisement from 1903 Eclectic array of interesting states that the Alethetone is “Built like a violin, the tone items, advertising clocks, signs chamber gives forth tones of brilliant purity and a degree & paper. Vintage apparel & of resonance and strength that is absolutely astounding”. jewelry, graniteware, glassware, Other features include volume control, hand-crank old books, big boy toys, seasonal wind-up, lovely garden art, prints & old mahogany photos. Open May 1 carvings, and 5. December 31. See ad pg 39. carved claw feet on original 16. Trash To Treasures casters. 8008 Lakeshore Rd., 4. (M-25), Lexington While touring 1. 810-359-7844 Sanilac County, take time to stop 17. Victorian along the way Expressions 13. 8. 3. and visit one of 14. Antique Mall the many antique 3031 Main St., shops or other 15. Marlette 9. 17. spots where true 989-635-3939 10. treasures can be See ad page 42. 2. discovered, often 6. 7. 12. 11. at reasonable prices. You’ll love 16. what you find! Sanilac County Antiqe Shop Map

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THE TOWNS

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Angel’s Garden 7260 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-2496 Ball Equipment M • 600 S. Sandusky Rd., Sandusky 810-648-3510 • 68811 Main St., Richmond 586-430-1252 ballequip.com Since 1944, Ball Equipment has been Eastern Michigan’s Leader in Outdoor Power Equipment and Powersports Parts, Accessories, Sales, and Service. From ATV’s to Lawn Mowers & Snowmobiles to Snow Blowers, we are a 1-stop shop to purchase, accessorize, repair, and maintain every piece of equipment in dad’s garage. See ad pg 24. Beach Boutique, The 167 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-0439

Buck-It Sporting Goods LLC 4 W. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-9102 Carriage House 4410 Van Dyke Rd., Marlette 989-635-7180 Class Act Boutique 31 W. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-404-9730 Country Courtyards 6385 E. Sanilac Rd., Carsonville 810-622-0373 Country Settings 32 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-2690 Creative Expressions Flowers & Gifts 3381 S. Main St., Marlette 989-635-3275

Croswell Greenhouse 180 Davis St., Croswell 810-679-3298 See ad pg 39.

Elegant Creative Keepsakes 7 Wells St., Croswell 810-679-4475

East Port Exchange 7 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-705-2175

Flannigan Floral & Gifts of Lexington 5845 Roach Rd., Lexington 810-359-7325

Ehardt’s Pharmacy M • 4436 Main St., Brown City 810-346-2637 • 57 N. Howard Ave., Croswell 810-679-3900 • 7275 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5322 • 6002 N. Lapeer Rd., North Branch 810-793-6106 ehardts.com Nutrition Center (vitamins, supplements, herbs, essential oils), Home Medical Equipment (CPAP, oxygen, lift chairs, rollators, hospital beds), & Gift Center (cards, gifts, photos, souvenirs, balloons). See ad page 30.

Karen’s Creations 15 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-8661 Kasper’s Oh! Fudge Shoppe 7296 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5908 Lakeside Building M Supplies / ACE 6820 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-8135 lakeside-building-supplies. com Home, Auto, Hardware Supplies, Building Materials... From the builder to the D.I.Y person, we have whatever you need here! See ad page 39.

East Port Exchange, Port Sanilac

Sweet Maggie Blue, Marlette

Shetler’s Lawn Furniture & Gazebos, Marlette

Croswell Greenhouse, Croswell

Lexington General Store 7272 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-8900 Marketplace On Main 5712 Main St., Lexington 810-359-7134 victorianantiquesemp.com Noble 7247 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-2300 noblelexington.com Painted Paddle, The 7282 Huron Ave., Lexington 586-945-8773 Pearls & Lace 212 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-2506

Putt ‘in 4 Paws Coffee & Gift Shop 6010 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-4653 puttin4paws.weebly.com See ad pg 14. Raymond True Value Hardware 29 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-9991 See ad page 39. Rocks & Roses 4227 Main St., Brown City 810-346-8001 Sandtown Florist 22 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-4480 Sanilac Pharmacy / Dollar Depot 78 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-2265 Sara Jane Dress Shop 56 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-2142 Shetler’s Lawn Furniture & Gazebos 4370 Smith Rd., Marlette See ad pg 42.

Shoppes @ 33 West 33 W. Sanilac, Sandusky 810-648-4242

Troyer Furniture Sales 3120 Sullivan Rd., Marlette See ad page 42.

Speaker Lone Oak Orchard M 7353 Brockway Rd., Melvin 810-387-2121 speakerorchard.com See ad pg 14.

Twin Pines Gift Shop 7010 Lexington Rd., Lexington 810-359-8151

Sweet Maggie Blue 3014 Main St., Marlette 989-635-3348 See ad page 42. Thumb Roast Coffee 14 Well St., Croswell 877-863-6320 Town Shoppe, The 7276 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5151 Tri County Equipment • 989 W. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky (M-46) 810-648-2404 • 7454 Van Dyke Rd., Marlette (M-53) 810-346-2761 tricountyequipment.net

Water’s Edge Salon M 5590 Main St., Lexington 810-359-5300 watersedgesalon @yahoo.com watersedgelexington.com Full service hair salon, Manicures, Pedicures, Massage Services, Waxing. ‘Matrix’ product line. Walk-in’s welcome when available. See ad page 42. Weekends 7266 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-3388 weekendseveryday.com

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Lexington Gardens 6334 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington 810-359-7100 lexgardens.com

Zack’s Workshoppe 6617 Lakeshore Drive, Lexington 586-294-6983 zackswshpp@aol.com

Troyer Furniture Sales, Marlette

Victorian Expressions, Marlette

Ball Equipment, Sandusky

Sweet Maggie Blue, Marlette

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BREWS & TASTINGS

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3 North Vines Vineyard & Winery M 5940 Peck Rd., Croswell 810-956-2706 • kshopbell@gmail.com • 3northvines.com FB/3NorthVines North Vines vineyard and winery are located on thirty-five acres of rolling hills, dotted with three ponds and glimpses of Lake Huron. The site was selected for its beauty, geological significance, and its proximity to Lake Huron. The location helps create the distinctive flavors in the unique grape varieties grown here. 3 North Vines has wines new to the Michigan market and varieties that are old time favorites. Elk Street Brewery Ltd. & Tap Room M 3 South Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-1600 • elkstreetbrewery.com Elk Street Brewery is open year round and is a 3 barrel, all-grain brewer offering hand-crafted, premium microbrews using locally grown hops from Barkshanty Hops LLC. Their brews are designed for maximum flavor, smoothness, and drinkability. New this year is their novel menu highlighting fresh Elk Burgers, Elk Sliders, Coney Dogs and weekly featured specials. Combine their exceptional brews, exquisite setting & unique menu options, and the result is an experience worthy of a Thumb destination. Cheers! See ad page 42. Lexington Brewing Company & Wine House 5475 N. Main St., Lexington 810-359-5012 • lexingtonbrewery.com

Elk Street Brewery Ltd. & Tap Room, Sandusky

Photo courtesy Elk Street Brewery Ltd./ Barkshanty Hops, LLC, Sandusky

About Beers & Brewing Ahhh, there’s nothing like a cold beer on a hot summer day! But, do you know the history and makeup of that satisfying ale you have in your hand? Probably not. The oldest written documentation regarding beer making can be traced back 6,000 years to ancient Samaria in the Middle East. By the year 2000 BC, ancient Babylonians were being given a daily ration of over 20 beers, which were originally brewed using herbs such as yarrow, mugwort and rosemary. It wasn’t until about the year 1150 AD that hops were used in the commercial brewing process documented to be taking place in Northern Germany. Soon, England became involved in growing hops and producing beer. The English love their beer the hoppier the better. The hop flower gives beer its flavor, aroma, head retention and bitterness. In fact, because of hops’ natural preservation properties, English extra-hopped unrefrigerated ale being shipped into occupied India, resulting in a variety of beer that’s popular today: Indian Pale Ale, commonly referred to as IPA. Hops grow best in sandy loam, which is a nutrientladen soil abundantly available in Sanilac County. Hops grow vertically, up string, anchored between the ground and an enormous pergola superstructure intended to hold the hefty weight of the plants. At peak, hops can grow 6-8 inches a day twining themselves clockwise around the string, following the path of the sun. Hops are usually harvested in late August and early September, depending on the season and the variety of hops. There are over 85 varieties of hops, with about nine varieties being grown in Sanilac County.

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Wines,

America has had a long relationship with beer. In 1867, the art of crafting beer was truly advanced with an estimated 4131 breweries open, producing 9 million barrels (31 gallons in a barrel) a year. However, after Prohibition (which was in effect from 1920 to 1933), only 756 breweries were still in operation, and by 1973, there were only about 100 left standing nationwide. Beer flavors in America have changed significantly over the years. During World War II, because of food shortages, brewers were forced to brew lighter beers that contained less grain, and to use cheaper ingredients such as corn and rice. These lighter, highly carbonated, waterier beers, known as pilsners, have become the core of today’s commercial beer industry. The micro-breweries of today, such as Elk Street Brewery in Sandusky, seek to return to the grass roots efforts of original brewing through purity, creativity, artisanship and pride, using only water, hops, malted barley and/or wheat and yeast in their production process. This results in a full-bodied, robust drink that not only quenches your thirst, but also leaves you satisfied, happy and fulfilled. So, drink up, but remember to…drink responsibly!

LOCAL EVENTS

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EVENTS

April 16 -17

Lexington

29 - 5/1

Lexington

Marlette

May

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Lexington

Croswell

Deckerville

Lexington

Port Sanilac

June 4

Lexington

Croswell

4-5

Lexington

9 - 12

Brown City

Croswell

11 - 12

Port Sanilac

Lexington

18 - 19

Lexington

15 - 18

Croswell

24 - 26

Sandusky

Lexington

Marlette

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Spring Fling - Fishing Tournament 8 a.m. (16th) - 5 p.m. (17th), Lexington Harbor & Downtown, 810-987-7722, lexingtonmichigan.org, cros-lex-chamber.com Spring Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend 8 a.m. (29th) - 5 p.m. (1st), Downtown, lexingtonmichigan.org Chocolate & Music Fundraiser Marlette Train Depot, FB - marlettetraindepot, 989-635-2277 Spring Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend Downtown,lexingtonmichigan.org Fishing Contest Tagged Fish (Contest ends Sept. 30, 2014) Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, www.cityofcroswell.com Give it a Whirl - Bike Tour 8:30 a.m., Deckerville & surrounding area, Deckerville DCDC - Facebook Heritage Festival 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Downtown, FB - Deckerville DCDC Memorial Day Parade Downtown, 810-705-0627, lexingtonmichigan.org Blessing of the Fleet Port Sanilac Marina and Harbor, portsanilacmarina.com Mutt Strutt 11 a.m., Putt’ in 4 Paws - Lexington, societypets.org Motorcycle Flat Track Races 6 p.m.Croswell Fairgrounds, 810-679-3904, croswellfair.org Civil War Weekend Downtown, merleiobravomail@yahoo.com, lexingtonmichigan.org Thumb Soybean Festival Downtown, 810-346-2325 Fishing Contest (longest fish wins prize) 9 - 12 p.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, cityofcroswell.com Color Me Fun Run Croswell Fairgrounds, croswellfair.org, FB - Croswell Fair Native, Voyageurs & Settlers Days 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org A & W Antique Tractor Show 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., A & W Lexington, 810-359-8522, morethanrootbeer.com, lexingtonmichigan.org Lakeside Craft Show Patrick Tierney Park 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (18th) & 10 a.m - 5 p.m. (19th), 810-359-2300, lexingtonmichigan.org Agricultural Fair Croswell Fairgrounds, croswellfair.org, FB - Croswell Fair Thumb Festival Downtown, FB - Sandusky Thumb Festival A & W Classic Car Show 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., A & W Lexington, 810-359-8522, morethanrootbeer.com, lexingtonmichigan.org Afternoon in the Garden Marlette Train Depot, FB - marlettetraindepot, 989-635-2277

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July 1

Lexington

Port Sanilac

Lexington

15 - 16

Minden City

15 - 17

Marlette

Croswell

29 - 31

Port Sanilac

30 - 31

Port Sanilac

August 5-6

Port Sanilac

5-6

Croswell

5-7

Deckerville

Croswell

6-7

Lexington

6-7

Port Sanilac

12 - 14

Lakeshore

13 - 14

Port Sanilac

26 - 27

Lexington

Croswell

Fireworks @ Dusk Lexington Harbor, lexingtonmichigan.org Parade 11 a.m., Downtown, 810-359-5000,lexingtonmichigan.org Parade 2 p.m., Downtown, portsanilac.net Music & Fireworks Music, 7 p.m. & Fireworks, Dusk, Port Sanilac Harbor, portsanilac.net 5K Run, 1 Mile Fun Run, 2K Walk 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Downtown, lshaw@croslex.org Triathlon (biking, running, swimming) 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Downtown, 810-841-2550, lexingtonmichigan.org Homecoming / Tractor Pull Downtown, 989-864-3263 Family Fun Fest Downtown, cityofmarlette.com, FB - city of marlette, 989-635-7448 Fishing Contest (longest fish wins prize) 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, cityofcroswell.com Summer Festival Weekend Port Sanilac Harbor & Downtown, portsanilac.net, FB - port sanilac summer festival Arts & Craft Fair Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org Port Sanilac Blues Festival Downtown, portsanilac.net ,FB - Port Sanilac Blues Festival Swinging Bridge Festival Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, cityofcroswell.com, croswellswingingbridgefestival.com Homecoming Wilson Park, 810-376-8563, deckervillehomecoming.com, FB Fireworks Downtown, cityofcroswell.com Fine Arts Street Fair 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (6th) / 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (7th) Downtown, 810-710-0627, lexingtonmichigan.org Civil War Days 10 a,m, - 5 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org, FB - Sanilac County Historic Village Museum Antique Yard Sale Trail Algonac to Sebawaing, M-29 / M-25, yardsaletrail.com Antique Boat Show & Vintage Festival Port Sanilac Harbor Park, michacbs.com, portsanilac.net, 810-292-1360, FB - Port Sanilac Antique Boat Vintage Show Margaritafest 7 p.m., Lexington Harbor, 810-705-0627, lexingtonmichigan.org Fishing Contest (longest fish wins prize) 9 - 12 p.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, cityofcroswell.com

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Lexington

16 - 18

Lexington

Port Sanilac

24 - 25

Lexington

October

Croswell

Port Sanilac

Lexington

Port Sanilac

Marlette

November 11 - 13

Lexington

Croswell

Port Sanilac

December 3

Lexington

Sandusky

Deckerville

Lexington

Marlette

Lexington

Harvest Festival Downtown, cityofcroswell.com Haunted Village 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org BooFest Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org Haunted Village 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org Halloween in Lexington 1 p.m. Downtown, 810-334-4824 Haunted Village 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org Trick or Trunk Downtown, cityofmarlette.com, FB - city of marlette, 989-635-7448 Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend Lexington & surrounding Area, 810-334-4824 Christmas Parade Downtown, cityofcroswell.com Christmas Open House & Caroling 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, sanilaccountymuseum.org

Photo courtesy Kathy DesJardins

Seasonal & Ongoing Entertainment Lexington Music In The Park Patrick Tierney Village Park on the shore of Lake Huron. See ad pg 14. Complete Schedule: lexington-arts.org Port Sanilac Music At The Harbor Harbor Park, (East of M-25, end of M-46). Related info on pg 16. Complete Schedule: portsanilac.net Port Sanilac Classical Church Concert Series Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum - Church building. Complete Schedule: sanilaccountymuseum.org Port Sanilac The Barn Theatre Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum - Barn Theatre. Complete Schedule: barntheatre.net • 810-622-9114 Sandusky Lawnchair Music Series Sanilac County Courthouse Lawn. Complete Schedule: sanduskyarts.org

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Thumbfest Music Festival Downtown, thumbfest.org Bach Trot 9 a.m. Downtown, lexington-arts.org Bach Festival St. Denis Catholic Church, lexington-arts.org House in Mourning & Walking Tour of Cemetery Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., sanilaccountymuseum.org Lexington Heritage Days 10 a.m. (24th) - 8 p.m. (25th), Downtown, 810-705-0627

LOCAL EVENTS

September

Christmas Tree Lighting & Merchant Luminary Walk 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., Downtown, lexingtonmichigan.org 23rd Lighted Farm Implement Parade 7 p.m.Downtown, FB - sandusky country christmas Dickens of a Christmas & Santa’s Reindeer Event Downtown, FB - Deckerville DCDC 6th Annual - Christmas Horse Parade 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Downtown, lexingtonhorseparade.weebly. com, lexingtonhorseparade@gmail.com Country Christmas Downtown, cityofmarlette.com, FB - city of marlette, 989-635-7448 7th Annual Christmas Eve Sing Along 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Lexington Brewing Company & Wine House, 810-359-5012 Photo courtesy Susan Morse

Community Event Contacts

Many of our communities celebrate holidays with festivals and parades. Please visit the respective contacts for a complete list of happenings or updates: Brown City M browncty@greatlakes.net Carsonville villageofcarsonville.org Croswell M cityofcroswell.com Deckerville M Find us on Facebook Photo courtesy Susan Morse

This is a brief listing of events. More complete calendar at sanilaccounty.org.

Lexington M villageoflexington.com/events. html Marlette M cityofmarlette.com Port Sanilac M portsanilac.net Sandusky M misandusky.com sanduskychamber.us

LOCAL INFORMATION www.sanilaccounty.org

SMALL TOWNS, BIG Airports

Banks by ATM, cont’d

Fitness Centers

Marlette Township Airport 6725 Airport Rd., Marlette 989-635-7772

Port Sanilac

Lakeview Hills Golf Resort M 6560 E. Peck Rd., (M-90), Lexington 810-359-7333, lakeviewhills.com

Aviation fuel 24/7 & aircraft repairs.

Sandusky City Airport 1213 N. Sandusky Rd., Sandusky 810-414-3009 Aviation fuel, flight instruction & two mechanics for airplane repair.

Assisted Living Stonegate Village 70 W. Argyle St., Sandusky 810-648-9410 See ad pg 7.

Auto Services Graff Chevrolet Buick 495 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-9850, graffsandusky.com See ad pg 35.

Kraft Service Center 2620 Lamotte St., Marlette 989-635-2236 See ad pg 14.

Sandusky Car Wash 307 E. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-3030 M-46, east side. Open 24/7. See ad pg 13.

Tubbs Brothers 959 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-0000, tubbsbrothers.com See ad pg 14.

Banks by Ad Listing Eastern Michigan Bank M 1-800-397-2504 EasternMichiganBank.com

Service

Providing Sanilac County with personal & professional banking services since 1895. Nine locations to serve throughout Sanilac & St. Clair counties. See ad pg 11.

Exchange State Bank 810-657-9333 exchangestatebank.com

6 locations in Sanilac County. See ad pg 14.

Banks by ATM Location Applegate

Exchange State Bank, 2543 S. Sherman Rd.

Brown City Exchange State Bank, 4482 Main St.

Carsonville

Exchange State Bank, 3992 Chandler St.

Deckerville

Eastern Michigan Bank, 3636 Main St. Exchange State Bank, 3397 Main St.

Lexington

Eastern Michigan Bank, 5446 Main St.

Exchange State Bank, 55 South Ridge St.

Sandusky

Eastern Michigan Bank, 324 S. Sandusky Rd. Exchange State Bank, 520 W. Sanilac Rd.

Building Services

See ad pg 3.

Funeral Services

Site Services Excavating LLC 123 Campbell Rd., Sandusky 810-404-5955 siteservicesexcavatingllc.net

Non-Profit Organizations

Lexington Arts Council P.O. Box 434 Lexington lexington-arts.org See ad pg 14.

Pharmacy

Apsey Funeral Home Ehardt’s Pharmacy M 3467 Main St., Deckerville, • 4436 Main St., 800-376-3574, apseyfuneralhome.net Brown City See ad pg 11. 810-346-2637 • 57 N. Howard Ave., Holistic Care See ad pg 13. Croswell Ehardt’s Pharmacy M Patriot Builders M 810-679-3900 7275 Huron Ave., Lexington 189 N. Ridge St., Port Sanilac • 7275 Huron Ave., 810-359-5322, ehardts.com 810-622-0611 Lexington Nutrition center, natural remedies, home patriotbuilders.com 810-359-5322 medical equipment, oxygen, cards & gifts. 20 years of new home building experience: See ad pg 30. • 6002 N. Lapeer Rd, Homes, additions, man caves & pole barns. North Branch Health Store, The Construction Rentals: backhoe, boom lift, 810-793-6106 dumpsters. Event Rentals: tents, tables, 160 E. Sanilac St., Sandusky www.ehardts.com chairs. See ad pg 30. 810-648-3637, thehealthstore-mi.com Nutrition Center (vitamins, Nutritional Supplements & More. United Construction M See ad pg 35. supplements, herbs, essential oils), 855 W. Sanilac (M-46), Sandusky Home Medical Equipment (CPAP, 810-648-3299 Laundromats oxygen, lift chairs, rollators, hospital unitedconstructionhomes.com Conlee’s Bright & Clean beds), & Gift Center (cards, gifts, A Remodeling Center & Your General Self Service Laundry Contractor/Developer. United Construction photos, souvenirs, balloons). 5321 Main St., Lexington customizes site built & modular homes. We Real Estate will meet all your construction needs. Quality, 810-359-8092 Honesty, and Integrity for over 40 years! Archie Thomas Real Estate Cros-Lex Laundry See ad pg 11. 83 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac & Tanning Emergency Care 810-622-9931 37 Ward St., Croswell atrealestate@sbcglobal.net 810-679-4220 Deckerville See ad pg 35. Community Hospital Deckerville Laundromat Town & Country 3559 Pine St., Deckerville 3479 Ella St., Deckerville Realty, LLC 810-376-2835 Open 7 days 7296 Main St., Port Sanilac deckervillehosp.org Marlette Laundry 810-622-5000 See ad page 7. & Auto Wash • malindatherealtor@gmail.com Marlette Regional Hospital M 3400 Main St., Marlette See ad pg 11. 2770 Main St., Marlette • paw_tc@yahoo.com 989-635-3232 989-635-4000 See ad pg 12. Port Sanilac Coin Laundry marletteregionalhospital.org Transportation We’ve come a long way so you don’t have to! 29 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac Located in the heart of the Michigan’s Thumb Open 7 days, See ad pg 42. Sanilac Transportation M Region, we provide emergency care, family Rainbow Laundry 110 Campbell Rd., Sandusky health care, hospice care, outpatient services, 810-648-9766 senior services, and cancer treatment services & Tanning Salon sanilactransportation.com through St. Mary’s Seton Cancer Institute. We 4114 Main St., Brown City proudly serve Sanilac, Tuscola, Huron, Lapeer, 810-346-2570 santran9311@sbcglobal.net and St. Clair Counties. See ads on pg 2 & 47.

Marketing / Print

McKenzie Health System M 120 Delaware St., Sandusky 810-648-3770 mckenziehealth.org

Clear Ideas, Inc. M 42 Austin St., Sandusky 810-648-9966 clearideas.biz

Serves Sanilac and surrounding counties. We offer 24-Hour care provided by Emergency trained physicians. Our team of practitioners and nurses provide care & services to patients of all ages. See ads on pg 2 & 47.

Business serving the local area with quality marketing, design, print services & social media consulting. Digital black/white & color copies! See ad pg 18.

Look for our SANILAC PROUD Public Transportation buses. Providing professional, safe, efficient, and dependable transportation for everyone in Sanilac County. Our buses are 100% handicap-accessible with wheelchair lifts for the mobility impaired. Call and let us serve YOU! See ad pg 11.