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There are four main visitor communities within Michigan’s Saginaw Valley, with many small towns in between. To help you plan your getaway and make the best use of your time here, we’d like to introduce you to these wonderful places. They are: Birch Run, Chesaning, Frankenmuth, and Saginaw. Each has a distinct personality and offers its own brand of sophisticated culture or down-home entertainment. But they also have one thing in common – a great big welcome mat. So whether you’re here for a few hours or a few days, you’ll feel right at home. Come, make some memories...
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A Year-Round Destination..............................p. 4 Accessible to All..............................................p. 5 Community Spotlight - Birch Run..............p. 6-7 Community Spotlight - Chesaning............p. 8-9 Community Spotlight -Frankenmuth........p. 10-11 Community Spotlight - Saginaw...........p. 12-13 Lodging...................................................p. 14-19 Arts & Culture..........................................p. 20-23 Festivals & Events....................................p. 24-25 Fresh Air & Family Fun ...........................p. 26-31 Golf..........................................................p. 32-33 Dining......................................................p. 34-39 Shopping.................................................p. 40-45 Spas...............................................................p. 46 Colleges, Airports, Medical Facilities............p. 47 ©2008 - Saginaw Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Cleveland, OH...................255 miles Toledo, OH........................140 miles Detroit, MI........................100 miles Columbus, OH..................275 miles Ft. Wayne, IN....................200 miles Mackinac Island, MI.........180 miles Chicago, IL........................285 miles Grand Rapids, MI.............115 miles Toronto, ON....... 280 miles/450 km London, ON....... 175 miles/281 km
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Michigan’s Saginaw Valley has something for everyone.
Family Reunions, Weddings, & Church Retreats... Saginaw Valley is the perfect place for your event. Our facilities offer both indoor and outdoor amenities to serve your needs. For your wedding ceremony, we offer such unique locations as the Andersen Enrichment Center and the Lucille E. Andersen Memorial Rose Garden, the Japanese Cultural Center and Tea House, and The Apple Chapel at Apple Mountain, or something as traditional as the Saginaw County Courthouse. Family Reunions can be held at one of our County Parks, or even Junction Valley Railroad. Kokomo’s Family Fun Center is a great place for a lock-in for your Church Retreat. The Saginaw Valley can accommodate your gathering from a private room for 5 to a group of 2,000 people in a beautiful indoor setting.
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Meetings and Conventions...
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Saginaw Valley is the perfect place for your meeting, convention or corporate gathering. There are 29 different facilities in the Saginaw Valley area where you can conduct your event. Saginaw Valley can accommodate your group whether you require an intimate setting for 5 or seating for 2,000 people! The Saginaw Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau will customize information packets to your specific needs as well as organize our business community to serve you. Our staff is dedicated to assisting with all of your planning details. Please contact us at 800.444.9979 or by email at meet@visitsaginawvalley.com.
Sporting Events... The Saginaw Valley is your spot, whatever your sport. The Saginaw Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau maintains an inventory of every park, court and venue that can host almost any sport – from badminton, tennis and bowling to softball, soccer, skating and more! We are also able to book your sporting venue as well as the hotels for your athletes and families to enjoy the area - contact us via email sports@visitsaginawvalley.com. 800.444.9979 • www.visitsaginawvalley.com
Motorcoach Groups... With exciting attractions like Prime Outlets at Birch Run, Chesaning’s Showboat Music Festival, Frankenmuth – “Michigan’s Little Bavaria”, and amazing cultural experiences including The Japanese Cultural Center and Tea House, the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at Saginaw Valley State University, and the Temple Theatre in downtown Saginaw; it is no wonder that so many tours include Michigan’s Saginaw Valley as their favorite destination each year. Our staff is dedicated to assisting you with your preparations - everything from itinerary planning and hotel accommodation searches to scheduling your stops at each attraction. Please contact us at 800.444.9979 or by email at motorcoach@visitsaginawvalley.com to request your complimentary Group Travel Planner or DVD.
Business Opportunities... The Saginaw Valley is comprised of many wonderful and varied businesses. County residents enjoy very affordable housing, enriching lifestyles and culturally diverse dining, festivals and events. Our medical facilities are superior and our business community is ever-growing. We invite you to consider starting a business in Saginaw Valley, relocating your existing business, or expanding to one of our fine communities. For assistance, contact the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce at 989.752.7161 or Saginaw Future at 989.754.8222.
Saginaw Valley welcomes all travelers. For complete information on lodging facilities and attractions that accommodate our special needs guests, please visit: w w w. td tco m p a n i o n . co m / M I / SaginawCounty/default.aspx
For in-depth information on the many events that take place in the Saginaw Valley, please go to www.visitsaginawvalley. com. You can also find discount coupons for many of our comfortable, familyfriendly, lodging facilities, restaurants and attractions.
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Shop, Stay & Play!
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Shopping is the highlight in Birch Run. The famous Prime Outlets at Birch Run offers more than 140 stores with fine china, sporting goods, designer clothing, and just about everything in between – plus, they feature the only Pottery Barn Outlet in the entire state of Michigan. Birch Run is also home to specialty stores and variety of unique dining experiences. While you’re here, take a walk through the Wilderness Trails Zoo and come face to face with wild and exotic animals. If you are in search of indoor/outdoor entertainment and events, stop by the Birch Run Expo Center! They host motorcycle shows; dog, cat or horse shows; or even Shipshewana on the Road. When you’re finished, head to Tony’s I-75 Restaurant where they serve you a plate heaping with so much home-cooked food you won’t believe your eyes.
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at Uno Chicago Grill, with a mouth-watering selection of pizzas and more! To end your day, relax while enjoying a movie at Cinema Hollywood, where you can recline in stadiumstyle seating while enjoying an adult beverage, then head back to your room to get a good night’s rest before the next day’s adventures.
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If that’s still not enough to thrill you, get your group over to the Dixie Motor Speedway, where you can experience exciting racing – up close and personal. Or, spend a few fun-filled hours at Alpine Mountain, an exciting adventure park featuring mini-golf, bumper boats, go-carts and other action-packed activities. After all that excitement, the family will enjoy winding down
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Michigan’s “Showboat City”
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Chesaning, like many mid-Michigan towns, started as a lumbering community. You’ll see it in the beautifully restored lumber baron mansions throughout town. One of Chesaning’s best-known attractions is the Chesaning Showboat, an annual variety show that draws the likes of the Oak Ridge Boys, .38 Special, Three Dog Night and Lonestar. The Showboat has been entertaining thousands each year since the 1940s. Why not you?? A stay in one of the luxuriously appointed rooms at The Stone House Bed & Breakfast, a Victorian-style home which still features the original leaded-glass windows, hardwood floors and magnificent oak woodwork, will
take you back in time to the town’s golden age. Scrapbookers and crafters can spend days and nights letting their artistic juices flow and their imaginations soar at Creative Passions Crop and Quilt Retreat and Cropping Daze Retreat. Bargain hunters know Chesaning for its antique shows and sidewalk sales, held during both the Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays. A new event for the fall is the Saginaw County Harvest Festival held at the Saginaw County Fairgrounds. Two notable events on the town’s holiday calendar are the Candlelight Walk, held annually on the weekend after Thanksgiving, and the North Pole Express & Santa’s Village, a great holiday happening for kids and their families.
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“Michigan’s Little Bavaria”
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Visitors come to Frankenmuth from all over the United States and the world to shop at the world’s largest Christmas store Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland, and to eat a worldfamous chicken dinner at the Bavarian Inn or Zehnder’s Family Restaurants. The charming town, known as “Michigan’s Little Bavaria,” is one of the state’s primary tourist attractions, proudly welcoming millions of guests each year. From its historic mills to its wide variety of shopping and dining establishments, Frankenmuth promises fun for every member of the family. Accenting the town’s strong German flavor is the engaging, old-fashioned glockenspiel tower
just outside the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. The clock, whose cheerful tones ring through the town six times daily, stands two stories high. You’ll find another reminder of Frankenmuth’s European heritage on the front lawn of the Chamber of Commerce. The Herbert L. Keinath Memorial Fountain and Sculpture is a captivating work of art depicting five life-sized children, clad in traditional German costume, and a dog, dancing around a Maypole. Close your eyes and you can almost hear the children laughing and singing, especially during one of the many festivals that Frankenmuth hosts throughout the year!
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Strong Roots, Strong Future
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Saginaw boasts a long, rich history highlighted by the lumber industry that made the city a thriving commercial center in the 19th century. The city was home to 60 sawmills in the mid1880s, and even today, if you sit along the Saginaw River, you can almost see the “river hogs” riding the logs downstream. Today, of course, the lumber barons are long gone, but their influence remains a vital part of the city’s ongoing tradition.
If it’s natural beauty you’re after, visit Ezra Rust Park, with its captivating water fountains and rose garden, or Ojibway Island. Pass over the bridge and back through the years to Old Saginaw City, where you’ll want to check out the engaging mid-to-late 19th century architecture on Court Street, as well as the many points of interest along the river on Hamilton Street including Pit & Balcony, Michigan’s oldest community theatre.
You’ll never forget an evening spent at the Speaking of culture, don’t miss such Saginaw Montague Inn, a gracious Georgian bed treasures as the JapaneseTea House, the Saginaw and breakfast rated one of the nation’s most Art Museum and its lovely formal gardens, the romantic Inns by Glamour Magazine. After a Castle Museum of Saginaw County History, the delectable continental breakfast, take a morning Temple Theatre, and the breathtaking work stroll up and down Washington Avenue, where of sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks at Saginaw you’ll discover a host of reminders of Saginaw’s Valley State University. fascinating past. 800.444.9979 • www.visitsaginawvalley.com
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When planning a visit to the Saginaw Valley, the first thing you need to do is book a room. Whether you’re looking for a romantic 19th-century bed and breakfast, a hotel to host your important business meeting or just a reasonably priced place to rest your head after a long day of exploring, you’ll find the area more than accommodating... Best Western Birch Run/Frankenmuth 9087 E. Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.9395 • 800.WESTERN bestwestern.com
Located across from Prime Outlets, full service hotel, renovated in 2006 with fireplace suites, family suites, courtyard rooms, complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, snack bar/coffee shop, gift shop, game room, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, Business Center, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome, meeting room, B&W Grill, lounge with complimentary cocktails.
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Bavarian Inn Lodge One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth 989.652.7200 • 888.775.6343 bavarianinn.com
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The Lodge is a world class getaway destination for families and couples. Visit our online calendar of events for Frankenmuth & Bavarian Inn happenings. 360 rooms, five indoor pools, Jacuzzi/hot tub, snack bar/ coffee shop, gift shop, game room, internet access, fitness center, lounge and restaurant, Handicap accessible elevator, roll-in shower, extra wide halls, ramp, alarms for the blind, disability rooms.
Baymont Inn & Suites 6460 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.3000 • baymontinns.com
100 unit corridor with pool/spa and complimentary continental breakfast, pet friendly, internet access, motorcoach groups welcome, handicap accessible with elevator, TTY hearing impaired, disability rooms.
Best Value Inn 6300 Bay Road, Saginaw 989.790.9454 • 800.943.8685 saginawmotels.net
30 units, free high speed internet access, Jacuzzi/hot tub.
Best Western Saginaw 1408 S. Outer Dr., Saginaw 989.755.0461 • 888.296.7010 bestwestern.com
158 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, sauna, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, Business Center, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome. Canadian currency accepted, Canadian at Par rates.
Brass Bell Inn & Suites 12898 W. Brady Rd., Chesaning 989.845.2333 • brassbellinn.com
30 unit motel including 5 jacuzzi suites. Complimentary continental breakfast, small pets allowed (fee), free high speed internet access, motorcoach groups welcome.
Budget Inn 1014 E. Genesee Ave., Saginaw 989.755.4805 29 units. Colonial Motel 9475 E. M-57, Chesaning 989.845.3292
14 unit, one story, motel offering complimentary continental breakfast, AAA approved, free wireless high speed internet, motorcoach groups welcome, pet friendly (fee).
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Comfort Inn - Birch Run 11911 Dixie Highway, Birch Run 989.624.7777 • comfortinnbirchrun.com
99 rooms, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome, meeting room.
Comfort Suites 5180 Fashion Square Blvd.., Saginaw 989.797.8000 • comfortsuites.com
66 rooms, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, free high speed internet access, complimentary hot breakfast, pet friendly (fee), motorcoach groups welcome.
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 12112 S. Beyer Rd., Birch Run 989.624.8000 • 800.456.4000 countryinns.com/birchrunmi
71 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome.
Curry’s Motel 6307 State St., Saginaw 989.793.1400 50 units, pet friendly, kitchenettes available.
Drury Inn and Suites - Frankenmuth 260 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2800 • 800.378.7946 druryhotels.com
78 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, free high speed internet access, Business Center, complimentary hot breakfast, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome, lounge with an evening adult reception, two meeting rooms.
62 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, snack bar/coffee shop - gift souvenir shop, fitness center, free high speed internet access, Business Center, complimentary breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome.
Fairfield Inn - Saginaw 5200 Fashion Square Blvd., Saginaw 989.797.6100 • 888.MARRIOTT marriott.com
76 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, Business Center, complimentary high speed internet access & continental breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome.
142 room hotel - the only full service hotel in area with 4 executive suites plus 10 family suites, in-house restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, lounge, indoor/outdoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, sauna, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, Business Center, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome, meeting and banquet rooms.
Frankenmuth Motel 1218 Weiss St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6171 • 800.821.5362 frankenmuthmotel.com
Frankenmuth’s most affordable rates, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome, 53 rooms.
Gratiot View Motel 8435 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.3030
14 rooms, free high speed internet access.
Hampton Inn - Birch Run/Frankenmuth 12130 Tiffany Blvd., Birch Run 989.624.2500 • 888.624.2550 hamptoninn.com 89 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, complimentary hot breakfast, Business Center, motorcoach groups welcome, one meeting room.
Hampton Inn - Saginaw 2222 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.792.7666 • hamptoninn.com
119 rooms, outdoor heated pool, fitness center, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast with hot items, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome, disability rooms, TTY hearing impaired assistance.
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott - Frankenmuth 430 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.5000 • 800.228.2800 frankenmuthfairfieldinn.com
Four Points by Sheraton 4960 Towne Centre Rd.., Saginaw 989.790.5050 • 800.428.1470 fourpoints.com/saginaw
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Heidelberg Inn Motel 6815 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.2195
14 units, Complimentary continental breakfast.
Holiday Inn Express 12150 Dixie Hwy., Birch Run 989.624.9300 • 877.624.9302 hiexpress.com/birchrunmi
95 rooms, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, Business Center, two meeting rooms, complimentary hot breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 2501 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.792.7500 • 800.HOLIDAY hiexpress.com/saginawmi
98 units, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, sauna, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, Business Center, complimentary hot breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome, one meeting room. Hotel is within walking distance to shopping and dining.
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Knights Inn - Saginaw 2225 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.791.1411
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60 units, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, pet friendly.
Marv Herzog Hotel 501 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.4700 • 877.400.4210 marvherzog.com
A 38 room European-style boutique hotel on the banks of the Cass River, gift shop, wireless internet, complimentary hot breakfast, motorcoach groups welcome, handicap accessible, evening lounge with beverages and snacks.
Miller’s Motel 4853 Dixie Hwy., Saginaw 989.777.5250
15 units, Canadian currency accepted.
Motel 6 966 S. Outer Dr.,, Saginaw 989.754.8414 • 800.4MOTEL6 motel6.com
Newly renovated, 74 units, 9 suites, 5 minutes to the Dow Event Center, 10 minutes to Frankenmuth, Birch Run Outlet Mall, 15 minutes to Fashion Square Mall and SVSU. Guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome.
Paul’s Motel 6035 East Rd. (M-13), Saginaw 989.777.1020 18 units.
Ramada Inn & Suites 3325 Davenport Ave., Saginaw 989.793.7900 • 800.654.3309 ramadainnsaginaw.com
95 rooms, 18 suites, fitness center, free high speed internet access, some Jacuzzi/hot tub rooms, Business Center, complimentary breakfast Monday-Saturday, pet friendly (fee), shuttle service, motorcoach groups welcome, lounge/bar with entertainment, fine dining restaurant.
Regency Inn 5655 Dixie Hwy., Saginaw 989.777.2121 29 units, pet friendly
Sleep-ee’s Inn 8125 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.4674
23 units, microwaves and refrigerators in most rooms, pet friendly (dogs only).
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Residence Inn by Marriott 5230 Fashion Square Blvd., Saginaw 989.799.9000 • 800.331.3131 residenceinn.com/mbsri
Super 8 Motel - Birch Run 9235 E. Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.4440 • 800.800.8000 super8.com
The only extended-stay hotel in the tri-county area. Our hotel offers great convenience and comfort, whether you’re staying for a few days or a few weeks. Our suites include a fully equipped kitchen in every room, complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily and evening social events. Indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, game room, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, free high speed internet access, Business Center, pet friendly (fee), shuttle service. 68 rooms, one meeting room.
109 rooms. Our property has a hot tub, sauna, complimentary continental breakfast, HBO, wireless internet, in-room movies, game room, free high speed internet access, pet friendly, motorcoach groups welcome, disability room, TTY hearing impaired assistance.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott - Frankenmuth 530 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.7500 • 888.287.9400 marriott.com/mbssh
60 units, free high speed internet access, complimentary continental breakfast, pet friendly (fee), motorcoach groups welcome.
Only all suite hotel in Frankenmuth with 25% larger rooms in which to work, relax, eat, and sleep. In room high speed wireless internet, microwave, fridge, and sofa sleeper. Deluxe hot breakfast every morning, indoor pool, Jacuzzi/hot tub, snack bar/coffee shop, gift shop, game room, fitness center, Business Center, one meeting room, guest laundry facilities, motorcoach groups welcome.
St. Charles Motel 9945 South M-52, St. Charles 989.865.9261
12 units, free high speed internet access, pet friendly.
Super 7 Inn & Suites 1415 S. Outer Dr., Saginaw 989.753.0410
Super 8 Motel 4848 Towne Centre Rd., Saginaw 989.791.3003
Welcome Inn & Suites of Saginaw 3425 E. Holland, Saginaw 989.753.2461 40 units, pet friendly.
Winters Motor Court 10070 Dixie Hwy., Birch Run 989.624.4301
18 units, Canadian currency accepted.
Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark 1365 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0400 • 800.863.7999 zehnders.com
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150 deluxe accommodations including 63 suites. Enjoy our spectacular 30,000 sq. ft. indoor waterpark with tube slides, lazy river & play structure. Visit our 125-seat Elf Hollow Cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Complimentary shuttle to Zehnder’s restaurant and The Fortress golf course. Gift shop, game room, sauna, fitness center, free high speed internet access, motorcoach groups welcome.
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Church Street Manor Bed & Breakfast 12274 Church St., Birch Run 989.624.4500 • churchstreetmanor.com 3 units, Complimentary hot breakfast, hot tub, Highspeed internet access, Canadian currency accepted.
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Cousins Bed & Breakfast 4694 Brockway St., Saginaw 989.790.1728
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Bavarian Town Bed & Breakfast 206 Beyerlein St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8057 • laketolake.com/bavarian
Bed and Breakfast home with Jacuzzi/hot tub (outside), free internet access, game room, guest laundry facilities, hospitality hour and breakfast.
Bed & Breakfast at the Huber’s 896 Zehnder Dr., Frankenmuth 989.652.9746
Ranch home, neat, clean, and tastefully decorated, continental breakfast, two rooms.
Intimate and elegant B & B in a safe, quiet location, complimentary hot breakfast, free high-speed internet access, airport transportation, pet friendly, Canadian currency accepted, two rooms.
Creative Passions Crop & Quilt Retreat 203 Pearl St., Chesaning 989.845.2159 • creativepassionsllc.com
A special getaway for artists, beaders, crafters, scrapbookers, quilters, stampers, carvers, painters and creative people! Weekend and weekday retreats available, accommodating up to 16 overnight guests. Complimentary breakfast, full kitchen and dining room. Three full bathrooms with necessities. 16 individual 6-foot work stations.
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Cropping Daze Retreat 206 S. Canal St., Chesaning 989.845.4700 • croppingdaze.com
The ultimate in weekend scrapbooking and crafting adventures. Featured are 8-foot tables for each guest, gourmet meals, snacks, and specialty desserts as well as comfortable accommodations. Four guest bedrooms accommodate 12 weekend guests, individual beds for each guest.
Frankenmuth Bender Haus 337 Trinklein St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8897 • laketolake.com
Lovely 1 1/2 story brick home located in “Little Bavaria”. English/German host and will gladly take guests on tour of town. Full breakfast, central air conditioning, all rooms have ceiling fans. Cable TV, VCR, microwave, small refrigerator, no smoking, no pets.
Tuscola Street Bed & Breakfast 210 W. Tuscola St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6424
Home built in 1927 within walking distance to downtown Frankenmuth. 3 units - 1 on first floor, 2 on second floor with shared bath and open airing porch. Complimentary continental plus breakfast.
Wren Haus Bed & Breakfast 718 Wren Rd., Frankenmuth 989.652.4992 • wrenhausbedandbreakfast.com Two second floor bedrooms are attractively decorated with private bathrooms and cable TV. Two night stays required during festivals and holidays. Non-smoking facility, no pets allowed.
Montague Inn 1581 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.752.3939 • montagueinn.com
17 units, 2 suites, upscale, fine dining in a Georgian mansion near downtown Saginaw, located along side beautiful Lake Linton. Reservations recommended.
The Stone House Bed & Breakfast 405 W. Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.4440 • stonehousebnb.com
Located on the Boulevard, all six guest rooms are nonsmoking with air-conditioning, two-person Jacuzzi tubs, private baths, telephones and TV/VCRs and delicious full hot breakfast. The Butler’s Pantry is always open to guests with complimentary beverages, snacks and videos. | OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE OF MICHIGAN’S SAGINAW VALLEY | 19
Indulge your cultural and creative side by visiting one of Saginaw Valley’s many museums, galleries, art shops or concerts. Andersen Enrichment Center & Lucille E. Andersen Memorial Rose Garden 120 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw 989.759.1362 Formal gardens, Marshall M. Fredericks sculpture in a circular pool, gift shop & art gallery, wedding, meeting and banquet facility. Open Monday-Friday 9 am-3 pm.
Castle Museum of Saginaw County History 500 Federal Ave., Saginaw 989.752.2861 • castlemuseum.org
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Birch Run Expo Center 11600 North Beyer Rd., Birch Run 989.624.4665 • birchrunexpos.com
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Positioned along I-75 at Exit 136, and across the street from Prime Outlets at Birch Run, The Birch Run Expo Center is the premier meetings, weddings, entertainment, and sporting events facility of the midwest. Check web site for upcoming events.
Bridgeport Historical Museum & Village 6190 Dixie Highway, Bridgeport 989.777.5230 • bridgeportmi.org
Tour our historical village with 6 buildings including a museum, school, Greek revival house, old barn, replica fire hall, and old town hall. Rental of town hall, gazebo and garden pagoda available. Concerts in the summer.
Catholic Heritage Museum 5800 Weiss St., Saginaw 989.793.3489 • churchmuseum.org
Catholic Church artifacts and special exhibitions. Open Tuesday and Thursday 10 am - 4 pm.
This French castle reflecting Saginaw’s heritage was originally build at a post office in 1897. It hosts the history of Saginaw County, special programs and exhibitions, and a gift shop. Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-4:30 pm, Sunday 1-4:30 pm. The museum makes a unique setting for weddings.
Chesaning Area Historical Museum 602 W. Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.3155
Located in a late-19th century church, this museum exhibits Chesaning area historical artifacts and information. Laura Ingalls Wilder display. Old country school photos and memorabilia. Open Sunday & Saturday 1-4 pm, closed January, February, and March. Open during festivals.
Chesaning Showboat Music Festival 807 S. Front St., Chesaning 989.845.3055 • chesaningshowboat.org
This annual variety show occurs the second full week in July and features both amateur acts and internationally acclaimed entertainers. The Showboat sails down the Shiawassee River, anchors at the outdoor amphitheater, and serves as a backdrop to the stage for the professional acts, where an audience of 6,000 is seated.
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Cushway House Cushway Ln. #1, Saginaw 989.754.3351
Located in Rust Park, across from the Y.M.C.A. The Cushway House is the oldest surviving residence remaining in Saginaw County. It was built for Benjamin Cushway, a government blacksmith, between 1844-1846 within the site of Old Fort Saginaw and is a frontier example of Greek Revival architecture and is almost totally original. Tours available May through October for school groups and small groups limited to 10 and need to be scheduled in advance.
The Dow Event Center 303 Johnson St., Saginaw 989.759.1320 • doweventcenter.com
The Dow Event Center is a multi-functional facility hosting a theater for Broadway plays, concerts and community performing arts. The arena seats 7,500 and is home to today’s performing artists for concerts, family events such as Disney On Ice, The Wiggles, Saginaw’s own OHL hockey team, The Saginaw Spirit and Saginaw’s indoor football team, The Saginaw Sting. The elegant hall and atrium provide versatility for conferences, weddings and expositions with personalized service and innovative catering.
Japanese Cultural Center & Tea House 527 Ezra Rust Dr., Saginaw 989.759.1648 • japaneseculturalcenter.org
The only authentic tea house in the midwest. Our traditional sukiya (rustic) style tea house is situated on 3 acres of gardens on the banks of Lake Linton. Tea ceremonies are held the 2nd Saturday of each month, year round. A unique place for a wedding ceremony and photos; also has a small gift area.
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum 7400 Bay Rd., University Center 989.964.7125 • svsu.edu/mfsm
The museum is housed in the Arbury Fine Arts Center on the campus of SVSU. Marshall M. Fredericks was a Detroit based traditional figurative public sculptor. The main exhibit gallery features a collection of 200 works, mostly plaster models that span the 70 year career of Fredericks. He is known nationally and internationally for his monumental figurative sculpture, public memorials, public fountains, portraits, and whimsical animal figures. The Sculptor’s Studio displays an installation of Frederick’s authentic studio objects and artifacts such as sculptures, tools, and equipment exhibited to explain the casting process. The changing exhibitions gallery feature the work of Michigan, regional and national artists. The Sculpture Garden includes twenty of Fredericks bronze and metal sculptures. There is a gift shop in the museum. Tours for all ages with appointment for a nominal fee. Open Monday-Saturday, noon-5 pm. Closed national and university holidays.
The museum tells the story of Frankenmuth from it’s founding in 1845 as a Lutheran missionary colony through hands-on exhibits, video, audio, and artifacts. Temporary exhibits on display throughout the year. Fischer Hall (circa 1900) attached is available to rent. Gift shop features locally crafted and European gifts.
Hoyt Public Library 505 Janes St., Saginaw 989.755.0904 • saginawlibrary.org
Open since 1890, it is one of Michigan’s top genealogical centers for research on family histories and an excellent example of Romanesque architecture. Free wireless internet available. Monday - Thursday 9 am - 9 pm, Friday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 1 - 5 pm (October-April).
Michigan’s Own Military & Space Museum 1250 S. Weiss St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8005• michigansmilitarymuseum.com The only museum of its kind in the U.S. features uniforms and displays of Michigan veterans of our seven foreign wars and space program. Hours 10 am5pm daily. Closed January and February.
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Frankenmuth Historical Museum 613 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9701 •frankenmuthmuseum.org
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Miller Empey Natural Science Room 710 Powley Dr., Freeland 989.695.5371
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One of the finest private collections of its kind in the nation. The mounted birds include such rare specimens as a male and female sandhill crane and a pair of buffbreasted sandpipers, plus mounted animals such as a badger and wolverine. By appointment only.
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Pit and Balcony Community Theatre 805 N. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.754.6588 • pitandbalconytheatre.com
Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum 315 W. Genesee Ave., Saginaw 989.399.6626 •midmicm.org
Hands on, interactive children’s museum - eleven galleries for children infant on up - birthday parties, showers, family parties, business meetings, school field trips, scout trips and church groups. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10 am-5 pm, Thursday 10 am-7 pm, Sunday Noon-5 pm, closed Tuesday.
Founded in 1932, this non-profit local community theatre produces five live-on-stage shows, plus fundraisers and children’s productions from September through May.
Saginaw Art Museum 1126 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.754.2491 • saginawartmuseum.org
The Museum delivers thought provoking, broadreaching exhibitions and educational programs to a diverse audience throughout mid-Michigan and the region. Outreach is provided to residents with docentled tours, classes, lectures. seminars, facility rental, festivals and workshops for corporations, individuals and the whole family. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm, Thursday 10 am-8 pm, Sunday 1 pm-5 pm. Beautiful gardens in the backyard, great for weddings.
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Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra 201 N. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.755.6471 • saginawbayorchestra.com
For over 70 years, the Saginaw Bay Symphony has established a proud legacy of providing quality music, innovative programs, and excellent educational experiences to Mid-Michigan. Concerts are performed at the Temple Theatre with complimentary shuttle service for offsite parking.
The Saginaw Choral Society 326 S. Jefferson Ave., Saginaw 989.753.1812 • saginawchoralsociety.com
The Saginaw Choral Society is a 100 member, auditioned, volunteer performance ensemble which annually presents a season of classical, contemporary and popular concerts for the community. Performances are at various venues around Saginaw.
Saginaw Railway Museum 900 Maple St., Saginaw 989.790.7994 • saginawrailwaymuseum.org
Saginaw Valley State University Theatre 7400 Bay Rd., University Center 989.964.4261 • svsu.edu/theatre
In operation year round - comprehensive season, including youth theatre, call for schedule.
St. Charles Historical Museum 249 S. Saginaw, St. Charles 989.865.8042
Early history of St. Charles including logging, coal mining, Civil War Veterans, and the Indians of St. Charles, also maps, genealogical information and more. Call for hours, special showings by appointment.
Known as “The Showplace of Northeastern Michigan”, this theatre and adjoining three story building host presentations, business parties, conventions, family gatherings, wedding receptions, films, plays, childrens shows, educational programs and national performances. Home to the Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra and Saginaw Choral Society.
Theodore Roethke House 1805 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.928.0430
Roethke is considered to be one of the great innnovative voices in the second half of 20th century poetry. At the time of his death in 1963, Roethke had won more awards and prizes for his poetry than any other poet of his time. Roethke House is both a National and State Historical Site. A historical maker is present on the road. It is also recognized as a National Literary Site. Roethke’s grave is in nearby Oakwood Cemetery. Home tours are by appointment. Not handicap accessible.
The White Crow Conservatory of Music 3736 Mackinaw, Saginaw 989.790.2118 • whitecrowconservatory.com
Lessons, instrument sales, recording, live music weekly, coffee and tea. We feature not only local and regional performers every Friday and Saturday evening but also bring in performers who tour nationally and internationally as well. All roots based music and some of the finest contemporary singer/songwriters currently touring the U.S.! We are also available for small intimate weddings.
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Railroad museum housed in a 1907 passenger depot moved from Hemlock, Michigan in 1983. Souvenirs and railroad photos available. Open 1st and 3rd Saturdays, April-November 1, 1-4 pm. Closed holiday weekends. Call to schedule a private tour.
Temple Theatre 203 N. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.754.7469 • templetheatre.com
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Join in the festivities!
January & February
• Zehnder’s Snowfest – Frankenmuth • Shiver on the River Walleye Tournament – Saginaw • Ice Fest – Saginaw • Spring RV & Camper Show – Birch Run • Mid-Michigan Boat Show – Saginaw
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• Annual Builders Home Show - Saginaw • Monster Jam – Saginaw • Saginaw Sting Indoor Arena Football season begins (through June)
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April
• Zehnder’s Ragtime Festival – Frankenmuth • Saginaw On Stage Music Festival • Freeland Walleye Festival • Bringin’ Back the 80’s Festival – Frankenmuth • Dixie Motor Speedway Car Races – Birch Run (into September)
May
• Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square opens Saginaw • Cinco de Mayo Celebration – Saginaw • Junction Valley Railroad opens – Bridgeport • World Expo of Beer – Frankenmuth • Dog Bowl – Frankenmuth • Farmer’s Market’s open – Frankenmuth and Saginaw
Townwide Attic Sale – Chesaning
June
• Jazz on Jefferson – Saginaw • Art & Garden Festival - Saginaw • Bavarian Festival - Frankenmuth • Greek Festival - Saginaw • KCQ Country Music Fest – Saginaw • 7-Eleven Soccer Tournaments – Saginaw • Lawn Chair Film Festival – Saginaw (into August) • Riverside Saginaw Film Festival
July
• Volkslaufe (the People’s Race) - Frankenmuth • Fireworks in the Park - Chesaning • Fourth of July Fireworks - Saginaw • Showboat Music Festival – Chesaning • Shields Homecoming Festival • Friday Night Live – Saginaw • Old Town Motorfest - Saginaw
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• Annual Rib Cook-Off – Saginaw • Antique Fire Muster – Frankenmuth • Carrollton Charity Road Races – Carrollton • Saginaw County Fair
August
• Frankenmuth Historical Farm Fest • Friday Night Live - Saginaw • Merrill Farm Fest • Great Lakes Rendezvous Civil War Re-enactment – Freeland • African Cultural Festival - Saginaw • Summer Music Fest - Frankenmuth • Mid-Michigan Old Gas Tractor Show Oakley
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September
• Frankenmuth Auto Fest & Oldies Fest • Hemlock Sawdust Days • Oktoberfest – Frankenmuth • Saginaw Spirit OHL Hockey season begins (through March) • Saginaw County Harvest Festival - Chesaning • Mid-Michigan Mustang & All Ford Car Show – Birch Run
October
• Halloween Spook Train – Bridgeport • Clam & Lobster Fest – Frankenmuth • Village of the Living Dead – St. Charles • Halloween Harvest at the Zoo - Saginaw
November & December
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• Deer Widows Weekend – Birch Run • All About Women Expo – Saginaw • Holidays in the Heart of the City - Saginaw • PRIDE Christmas Parade – Saginaw • Christmas Candlelight Walk – Chesaning • Holiday Lighting Celebration – Frankenmuth • North Pole Express & Santa’s Village - Chesaning
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You’ll find plenty to do in Michigan’s Saginaw Valley! Enjoy hiking, biking and skating on nature trails; pick your own fruit, wander into the field to pick your own pumpkin, cut your own trees at the holiday season; enjoy indoor leisure time at a bowling alley or relax while taking in a movie; visit a zoo, farm or refuge to see animals in nature, see an exciting hockey game...the possibilities are endless! Alpine Mountain 11873 Gera Rd., Birch Run 989.624.4848
Adventure park with go-karts, bumper boats, bankshot basketball, two 18 hole mini golf courses, small arcade, refreshments and ice cream.
Baynes Apple Valley Farm 5395 Midland Rd., Freeland 989.695.9139
Pick your own apples, purchase fresh cider and other delicious apple products. Gift shop, restaurant, tours, entertainment, August through February.
Berry Patch 2070 Tittabawassee Rd., Hemlock 989.642.8403
Blueberries for picking, mid-July to mid-August, best to call ahead. Picnic area, restroom available.
Blueberries Galore Farm 11500 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.7888
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U-pick blueberry farm that caters to families, children, and senior citizens, mid-July to mid-August. Beautiful setting, wonderful berries, picnic area, group tours.
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Apple Mountain Resort 4519 N. River Rd., Freeland 989.781.6789 • 888.781.6789 applemountain.com
Offering golf in the summer, skiing in the winter, two unique dining experiences plus a state of the art conference center. Great place to learn to ski and snowboard. Featuring a quad chairlift, 100% snowmaking capabilities, state-of-the-art grooming equipment and all terrain park plus night skiing.
Bavarian Belle Riverboat 925 S. Main St., D-3, Frankenmuth 989.233.0779 • 866.808.2628 bavarianbelle.com
Board the Bavarian Belle at Frankenmuth River Place for a narrated sightseeing cruise on the Cass River. One-hour tour operates from May to mid-October. Snacks, soft drinks catering available.
Candlelite Bowl & Banquet Center 6817 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.2190 •candlelitebowl.com 32-lane bowling center, four banquet facilities, birthday and group parties.
Chesaning Showboat Star Walk 218 N. Front St., Chesaning 989.845.3055 • chesaningchamber.org
See the handprints of Showboat Headliners that have performed at the annual festival. It’s Chesaning’s version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square 1730 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.759.1408 • saginawzoo.com
Beautiful park setting on 8 acres including animal exhibits & gardens. Hand-carved carousel & train rides, amphitheater shows, animal feedings, gift shop, concession stand and special events.
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Chuck E. Cheese 5105 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.791.1116 • chuckecheese.com Cinema Hollywood 12280 Dixie Hwy., Birch Run 989.624.3461 • cinemahollywood.com
Mid-Michigan’s movie palace. Features first-run movies in a luxurious setting. Amentities include highbacked rocker chairs, 10 stadium seating auditoriums, digital sound, full service bar.
Ciolek’s Tree Farm 1862 E. Curtis, Bridgeport 989.777.4679
Wreaths, grave blankets, “shake and bale” trees - 40 acres of Christmas trees.
Court Street Theatre 1216 Court St., Saginaw 989.249.7469 • courttheatre.com
Enjoy a second run movies at reduced rates at one of Saginaw’s oldest family-run movie theatres.
Crooked Creek Bowling 9387 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.0050 • crookedcreekbanquet.com
24 lane bowling center offering league and open bowling, tournaments, banquet facility, fundraisers, birthday parties, snack bar and lounge.
Saginaw Farmer’s Market 507 S. Washington Ave., Downtown Saginaw 989.753.9168
Purchase fresh fruit, vegetables herbs and flowers that are grown locally and sold by farmers. Lunch available from area food vendors, and occasional special events. Market is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from the end of May to the end of October, and Saturdays beginning in July.
Fantasy Carriage Company, Inc. Just south of Zehnder’s Parking Lot, Frankenmuth 989.777.4757 Enjoy a horse-drawn white carriage ride...back in time through the streets of historic Frankenmuth. Starting just south of Zehnder’s Restaurant parking lot, tours include historical sites as well as Main Street attractions. Always weather permitting - no reservations - cash only - small pets welcome.
Fashion Square 10 4511 Fashion Square Blvd., Saginaw 989.797.2110 • carmike.com 10 screen, digital movie theater.
Fisher’s Blueberry Farm 4532 N. Steel Rd., Hemlock 989.624.5361
Pick your own blueberries July to September. Picnic area and playground available.
Dixie Motor Speedway 10945 Dixie Hwy., Birch Run 989.624.9778 • dixiemotorspeedway.com
Good family fun rated “E” for everyone. High-powered, edge-of-your-seat racing for the diehard race enthusiast, plus lots of carnage and mayhem for the crash-and-bang thrill-seeker. 1/3 mile and Fig-8 asphalt oval with state of the art track lighting system. Racing every Saturday night at 7 pm mid-April thru mid-September.
Bavarian Inn’s Glockenspiel Tower houses a magnificent 35 bell carillon, a beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany! Before striking the hour, and on each quarter hour, the clock sounds the Westminster chime. Several times each day the Glockenspiel plays several selections which are immediately followed by figurine movement depicting the legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.
Giacoletti Christmas Tree Farm 12115 W. Wahl, St. Charles 989.865.9129
Gift shop, free coffee and hot chocolate. Wreaths, grave blankets, warming barn. Restrooms available, group tours by appointment.
Gilli’s Fun and Skate Center 5550 Brockway Rd., Saginaw 989.792.5431 • gillisfuncenter.com Roller skating on Friday and Saturday.
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Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel 713 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9941 • bavarianinn.com
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Grandpa Tiny’s Farm 7775 Weiss St., Frankenmuth 989.652.5437 • grandpatinysfarm.com
Hoyt Park 1574 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.759.1662 • saginaw-mi.com
Green Point Environmental Learning Center 3010 Maple St., Saginaw 989.759.1669 fws.gov/midwest/shiawassee
Imerman Memorial Park 3495 Midland Rd., Saginaw 989.790.5280 • saginawcounty.com/parks
A working historical and petting farm with a one room school house, farm house, museum and guided tours. Hands-on experience. Open April-October.
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76-acre nature center with 2 1/2 miles of trails for hiking, skiing, photography, and wildlife observation. Environmental education programs and exhibits.
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Hartley Outdoor Education Center 12633 Beaver Rd., St. Charles 989.865.6295
Provides day trips and over night residential outdoor education programs for students and adults.
Heritage Park & Harvey Kern Pavilion 601 Weiss, Frankenmuth 989.652.3440 • frankenmuthcity.com Capacity up to 3,400, location for numerous Frankenmuth festivals and events.
Hingston’s Countryside Farm 18670 Dice Rd., Merrill 989.642.5672
U-pick asparagus and strawberries May to June. Picnic area and restroom available.
Hoyt Park has 5 ball diamonds and is a popular spot for adult/youth knot-hole baseball and softball and walkers; it’s adjacent to the Veteran’s Memorial Plaza and the Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square.
Fish from shore, rent a canoe or launch your own boat. The park offers a sand volleyball court, horseshoes, ball fields, shuffleboard, basketball, tennis courts, playground and a dog park, over one mile of hiking trails, and four pavilions for rent.
Johnny Panther Quests Adventure Trips 810.653.3859 • jpqat.com Scenic boat tours through the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge specializing in ecotours, birding, romantic escapes, and Bed & Breakfast packages. Boat tours are by reservation through one of the richest wildlife habitats in Michigan. Explore “Michigan’s Everglades”, also known as the Shiawassee Flats as your guide explains wildlife, history, recreation, and ecology of one of the largest watersheds in the State. Rated a “GEM Attraction” for the State of Michigan by AAA.
Johnson’s Giant Pumpkins 4715 N. Portsmouth Rd., Saginaw 989.752.3133 • johnsonsgiantpumpkins.com
Join us for some family farm fun. 25 acres of pumpkins, squash & unique gourds, a 13-acre corn maze, and a gift shop offering crafts, delicious food and decorations. Pick your own pumpkin during our fall season (open mid-Sept.Oct. 31). Several seasonal events-for“kids”of all ages.
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Junction Valley Railroad 7065 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.3480 • jvrailroad.com
Fantastic 2-mile train ride, a unique attraction for the entire family, a must-see for the railroad enthusiast. This is the largest quarter size railroad in the world. Also a railroad hobby shop offering anything and everything for railroad modelers & many items for miniature builders. Great place for family reunions and get-togethers; lots of activities in the playground including peddle cars, scooters, basketballs, swings, badminton, etc., for no charge.
Kaleidoscope Learning Circle, LLC 12847 Rathbun Rd., Birch Run 989.652.9112 • myklc.com
Offers equine assisted professional development and personal growth workshops and programs for people interested in experientially learning about how to improve communication, leadership, etc.
Kokomo’s Family Fun Center 5200 Kokomo Dr., Saginaw 989.797.5656 • kokomos.com
Lazertag, arcades, miniature golf, go-karts, roller coaster, water-wars and more. Concession stand includes Kokomo’s specialty pizzas.
Leaman’s Green Apple Barn 7475 N. River Rd., Freeland 989.695.2465 • greenapplebarn.com
Seasonal family-owned Apple Orchard, with cider, apples, bakery, cider slush, blackberries, pumpkins, wreaths, and charming country gifts. Beautiful gardens, children’s play area, wagon rides, Apple Barrel Express, u-pick apples and picnic tables. Kids tours for up to 25 for a fee. Restrooms available.
40-lane bowling center offering league and open bowling, tournaments, pro shop, snack bar, 2 bars including Len and Gerry’s Pub where you can enjoy karaoke, DJ’s, live bands, and dancing.
The Island is the site for walkers, picnickers, concertgoers, fishermen, Saginaw’s Fourth of July fireworks and other events.
Price Nature Center 6685 Sheridan, Saginaw 989.790.5280 • saginawcounty.com/parks
Nearly three miles of hiking trails through its 186 acres, plus hiking and cross-country skiing, picnic pavilion, children’s play area.
Rhode’s Strawberries & Fall Raspberries 17240 South Sharon Rd., Chesaning 989.845.6931
In June, pick your own strawberries or purchase berries already picked. Raspberries available Sept. and Oct.
Ringwood Forest Ring Rd. 2 miles west of St. Charles off M-52 989.790.5280 • saginawcounty.com/parks Three miles of nature hiking, cross-country skiing, picnic and pavilion area.
Robert Park 755 Bacon Rd., Saginaw 989.781.0150 • thomastwp.org
20 acres at the end of Bacon Rd., four ball diamonds, picnic shelter, tot-lot, three sand volleyball courts, walking trails.
Roethke Park 400 Leddy Rd., Saginaw 989.781.0150 • thomastwp.org
75 acres, located 1/8 mile south of Gratiot on Leddy Road. Facilities include a swimming pool, volleyball courts, 3 picnic shelters, a man-made lake, 2 fishing decks, a miniature train, a tot-lot, and nature trails. Concerts and special events offered to the public.
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LeFevre’s Family Bowl 6220 State St., Saginaw 989.793.3010
Ojibway Island and Boat Docks 121 Ezra Rust Dr., Saginaw 989.759.1662 • saginaw-mi.com
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Saginaw County Veterans Memorial Plaza 1574 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.752.4000 Located at Hoyt Park, the Saginaw County Veterans Memorial Plaza is dedicated to the military men and women from Saginaw County who by virtue of a war or military conflict lost their lives serving their country in the cause of freedom.
Saginaw Golf Centre 5200 Tittabawassee, Saginaw 989.249.7888 • saginawgolfcentre.com
Russell’s Blueberry Farm 11895 Frost Rd., Freeland 989.781.0007
Pick your own blueberries July to September. Delicious homemade blueberry muffins, pies, and ice cream are a big hit with guests. 10 acre lake with picnic tables. Bookstore in barn with over 300,000 books. Group tours available for a fee.
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Saginaw 8/The Quad 3250 Kabobel Dr., Saginaw 989.793.7806 • saginaw8.com
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Movie theater presenting first run movies at the Saginaw 8, and second-run movies at The Quad. Inhouse, digital screen advertising, division for business/ community ads.
Saginaw-Bay Ice Arena 6129 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.799.8950 • saginawbayicearena.com
Ice skating and youth/adult hockey programs. Public ice skating sessions Wednesday 12:00 pm -1:45 pm, Sundays 2:15 pm-3:40 pm.
Saginaw County Fairgrounds 11350 W. Peet Rd., Chesaning 989.845.2143
In addition to the Saginaw County Fair, the Fairgrounds are the location for several events such as the Saginaw County Harvest Festival and the North Pole Express/ Santa’s Village.
State-of-the-art 38-acre practice facility with 28 heated tees for year-round use, full retail shop featuring equipment from all major companies, services include golf lessons, clinics, custom fitting, club repair.
Saginaw Marina 101 Lee St., Saginaw 989.791.1034
Marina, boat slips, dockage, storage and repair facility.
Saginaw Public Boat Launch 107 Lee St., Saginaw 989.759.1662 • saginaw-mi.com
Three docks for boat launching, pavilion, restrooms, and RV hook-ups.
Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnson, Saginaw 989.497.7747 • saginawspirit.com
Enjoy Ontario Hockey League games played September to March at The Dow Event Center. Players are ages 16-20, many are drafted into the NHL. Season tickets and group sales available.
Saginaw Valley Rail Trail Water St. in St. Charles 989.790.5280 •saginawcounty.com/parks
Trail is open from Lumberjack Park in St. Charles to Swan Creek Rd. at Van Wormer, then north to Stroebel Rd. Enjoy a serene place for hiking, bicycling, jogging, walking, cross-country skiing, horseback riding and nature study. Open during daylight hours. Restroom and parking available at Swan Creek Rd. at Van Wormer Rd.
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Schantz’s Blueberries 3541 S. Gleaner Rd., Saginaw 989.642.8892
U-pick (or order) blueberries, many varieties available. Families welcome, ask about our recipes, picnic area. Season runs mid-July to early September.
Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge 6975 Mower Rd., Saginaw 989.777.5930 • fws.gov/midwest/shiawassee 9,500 acre refuge for wildlife that offers many recreational and educational opportunities for visitors. Enjoy bird watching, fishing, hiking & walking. Boat launch available.
Shiawassee River State Game Area 225 Spruce St., St. Charles 989.865.6211
State game area provides hunting opportunity (waterfowl, deer, small game), fishing, and wildlife viewing. Contact for more information.
Veteran’s Memorial Park M-13, Between Saginaw & Bay City 989.790.5280 • saginawcounty.com/parks
Picnic area, fishing from shore, and boat launch, along the Saginaw river.
Wilderness Trails Zoo 11721 Gera Rd., Birch Run 989.624.6177 • wildernesstrailszoo.org
56-acre park with over 200 animals of 50 different species. Gift shop, picnic grounds, petting area and a play area. Seasonal.
Wilhelm’s Frankenmuth Tours 345 West Schleier St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8257 • frankenmuth-tours.tripod.com Standard and customized step-on guide service for motorcoaches, cars and vans, adding options not previously available in Frankenmuth and extending the service to surrounding areas.
Stardust Lanes 3750 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.793.6300 • stardustbowling.com
31 lane bowling center with snack bar, 8 billiard tables, sports bar serving food, 6 HDTV’s, dancing & DJ Thurs.-Sat. Michigan’s only private suite style bowling with 6 private lanes.
State Lanes 5707 State St., Saginaw 989.799.8050 • statelanesbowl.com
24 lane bowling center with snackbar and Thirsty’s Sports Pub with 11 televisions, DJ and karaoke.
8 lane bowling alley with league and open play 7 days a week.
Tagget’s Tree Farm 3880 Nott, Bridgeport 989.777.3321
Offers variety of Christmas trees, pre-cut or cut your own.
Ultimate Mirror Maze/River Sweets Candy/Laser Beam Challenge 925 S. Main St. C-4, Frankenmuth 989.652.3711 • mirrormazes.com The maze consists of over 2,000 square feet of mirrors, endless hallways and dead ends. Your challenge is to get lost, and then find your way back out. Backwards or forwards, it is never the same experience twice. It just may be the most bewildering experience you have ever encountered. Located in the Frankenmuth River Place.
A beautiful park with a 40 acre man-made lake offering a supervised beach with life-guard, sand volleyball courts, paddleboat, canoe, rowboat and kayak rentals, horseshoes and fishing access. Five pavilions for rent.
Winter Harvest Christmas Tree Farm 500 ft. west on Baumgartner off M-52, St. Charles 989.695.1934 Choose and cut tree farm: white spruce, blue spruce, Douglas fir, scotch pine, white pine, wreaths and grave blankets.
Wurtzel Garden Center & Greenhouse 11700 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.4831
Annuals, perennials, and gift store, open from the end of April through July, November and December.
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STC Pro Bowl 1106 N. Saginaw St., St. Charles 989.865.9275
William H. Haithco Recreation Area 2121 Schust, Saginaw 989.790.5280 • saginawcounty.com/parks
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Get into the swing of things in the Saginaw Valley! There’s a variety of golf courses to choose from. Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors while experiencing the challenge that surrounds every pin. Head out for a morning of nine holes, a day of 18, or a weekend of 36. Public and championship courses are available.
The Fortress 950 Flint St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0400 • zehnders.com
Zehnder’s 18-hole championship course features over 6,800 yards of formidable play. The Fortress reflects the characteristics of golf’s early Scottish origins. Bent grass, greens and fairways surround 75 bunkers on the par 72 course.
Germania Town and Country Club 1 Germania Platz, Saginaw 989.799.5520 • germaniatcc.com Apple Mountain Resort 4519 North River Rd., Freeland 989.781.6789 • applemountain.com
18-hole championship course; par 72, 6,962 yards from the back tees, seven miles of paved cartpath, the highest elevated tees in the Valley, multiple tee boxes and water located on or near 14 of the 18 holes.
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The Bayou Golf Club 4600 N. River Rd., Freeland 989.781.8181
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9-hole golf course, aqua driving range, beautiful club house and outdoor patio serving soups, salad, sandwiches, full bar.
Par 72, 6,332 yards, course features mature tree-lined fairways, dazzling flower displays, lakes and fountains, naturally sculpted bunkers, and bent grass fairways.
Green Acres Golf Course 7323 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.3510 • greenacresgc.com
Public, 18 hole golf course, par 72, 6,215 yards, Slope: 119. Golf in the summer - cross country skiing in the winter lounge open year round
Kimberley Oaks Golf Course 1100 W. Walnut St., St. Charles 989.865.8261 • kimberleyoaks.com
Public, 18-holes, par 72, 6,589 yards, pro-shop, restaurant, banquet and wedding facilities.
Beech Hollow Golf Course 7494 Hospital Rd., Freeland 989.695.5427
Public, 18-holes, par 72, 5,774 yards
Bridgeport Golf & Grille 4042 State St., Bridgeport 989.777.1750 • bridgeportgolfgrille.com
Public, 9-holes, par 36, 3,337 yards, pro shop, bar & grill, full service banquet facilities. Golf lessons, outings
Crooked Creek Golf & Banquet Center 9387 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.781.0050 • crookedcreekbanquet.com
Public 18-hole golf course, par 72, 5,740 yards, Slope: 110. Driving range, batting cages, sand volleyball, banquet facility, snack bar.
800.444.9979 • www.visitsaginawvalley.com
Pleasant View Golf Course 3424 Barnard Rd., Saginaw 989.791.4768
Twin Brooks Golf Course 1005 N. McKeighan, Chesaning 989.845.6403 • twinbrooksgolfcourse.com
The Sawmill Golf Club 19 Sawmill Blvd., Saginaw 989.793.2692 • thesawmill.com
Twin Oaks Golf Course 6710 W. Freeland Rd., Freeland 989.695.9746
Public, 9-holes, par 35, 3,000 yards, driving range, snack bar.
Situated among natural wetlands, pine groves and Michigan wildlife, The Sawmill is as challenging as it is beautiful. Championship tees measure 6,757 yards. Bunkers and lakes are strategically positioned to accent the landscape and offer a greater challenge. Restaurant and spirits.
Swan Valley Golf Club 9521 Highland Green Dr., Saginaw 989.781.4411 • swanvalleybanquet.com
Public, 18-hole, par 72, 6,260 yards, slope: 118. Full bar and lounge. Pro shop. We cater to outings, price break for groups over 100.
Public, 27-holes, par 35/35/36, 2755/2853/2810 yards, pro-shop.
Valley View Farm Golf Course 1435 S. Thomas Rd., Saginaw 989.781.1248 • valleyviewfarmgolf.com Public, 18-hole, par 71, 6,228 yards, slope: 119, pavilion facility.
Twin Bridges Golf Course 3260 Fenmore, Merrill 989.643.7475
Public, 18-holes, par 72, 6,360 yards.
For Championship Golf Packages Call 1.877.2BIRDIE or visit fairwaysofthevalley.com
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Public, 18-holes, par 72, 6,072 yards, slope: 119. Driving range, snack bar, conference facility.
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Experience a taste of the Saginaw Valley – we have something to please everyone! We offer home cooking, coffee shops and ethnic foods to tempt your taste buds. You’ll find unique, one-of-a-kind restaurants as well as all your favorite chain restaurants. 1st Wok Buffet 4624 State St., Saginaw 989.799.3888 Chinese buffet
2nd Street Sports Pub 274 Meyers St., Freeland 989.695.6501
Sports pub open for lunch and dinner.
Alley Bar & Grill 1104 N. Saginaw St., St. Charles 989.865.6226
Bar & restaurant serving food 7 days a week until 2:00 am, occasional live entertainment.
Antonio’s Italian Eatery & Pizzeria 139 W. Washington, Freeland 989.692.1234
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Specializing in homemade lasagna, served daily, and all-you-can-eat fish fry every Weds. and Fri.
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Beef O’Brady’s Family Sports Pub 4880 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.249.0800 • beefobradys.com
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s is a non-smoking family sports pub located in Saginaw Township. We are open for lunch and dinner daily with happy hour serving beer and wine from 4-7 pm M-F. Kids eat free Tuesday nights. 28 televisions to watch your favorite team.
Bennigan’s 3095 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.791.6836
Full bar, serving American food, take-outs available. H
Big Boy Restaurant 6301 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.1530 8645 Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.5055 bigboy.com Full service, casual dining.
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 2260 Titttabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.793.0119 5940 State St., Saginaw 989.799.8965 8800 Main St., Birch Run 989.624.4307 • applebees.com
Bob Evans Restaurant 2832 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.793.3631 8466 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.781.3235 12100 S. Beyer Rd., Birch Run 989.624.1075 bobevans.com
Bambi’s by Java Dave’s 4632 State St., Saginaw 989.964.0760
Bringer Inn 516 W. Genesee St., Saginaw 989.753.1462
Full service, casual dining.
Coffee shop serving specialty coffees and teas hot and cold, smoothies, baked goods, wraps, salads and soups. Catering available. Open for breakfast (with baked goods) and lunch.
Bavarian Inn Restaurant 713 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9941 • 800.228.2742 bavarianinn.com
Bavarian-theme restaurant serving family style dinners, German entrees, steaks and seafood as well as plate luncheons.
Full service, casual dining.
Family style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner all day.
BW Bar & Grill 9087 E. Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.9395
Enjoy a cool beverage and a variety of tasty food at this restaurant located in the Best Western Hotel.
Chili’s Grill and Bar 4363 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.797.4470
Restaurant with bar serving lunch and dinner.
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Country Pride Restaurant 6364 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.7650
El Rancho Grande 2403 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.753.8859
Crumbs Gourmet Cookie Café 4882 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.498.4010 • crumbscafe.com
Elissa Rose Banquet Center 215 N. Park St., Saginaw 989.752.2150 • magickitchen.net
A model train continuously moves throughout the restaurant. Open 24/7.
Gourmet bakery and cafe with a warm and cozy Northern Michigan atmosphere. Gourmet soups, salads and wraps, dine-in or take-out. Eight coffees brewed daily along with cappuccino, lattes, mochas and more.
Culver’s 8551 Main St., Birch Run 989.624.9035 • culvers.com 5369 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.249.8608 • culvers.com
Fast casual restaurant known for 100% fresh, never frozen, made to order butterburgers and their fresh frozen custard.
da Vinci’s Restaurant 524 N. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2629
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, known for strombolis, pasta trio, chicken parmesan.
dawn of New day 126 N. Franklin, Saginaw 989.284.3549
Coffee house, lunch, occasional entertainment.
Dairy Queen of Birch Run 12101 Market Place Dr., Birch Run 989.624.0153 • dq.net Davenport Grill & D.I. Lounge 3325 Davenport Ave., Saginaw 989.793.7950 • ramadainnsaginaw.com
The best fine dining in the area, over 100 varieties of wines, and a superb Sunday brunch. The D.I. Lounge has TV’s to view sports, live entertainment on the weekends with bands and dancing, and a lighter fare menu for dining.
Denny’s Restaurant 2435 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.792.7101
Open 24 hours, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Dixie Dave’s Old Dixie Inn 12027 Dixie Hwy., Birch Run 989.624.9349 • dixiedave.com
Great American food with European flair, wild game menu available.
Sunday buffet 11 am-3:30 pm, banquet facility with full catering.
Exit Restaurant, Bakery & Gift Shop 9143 E. Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.9652
Enjoy breakfast buffet on weekends, lunch specials daily, large salad bar
Famous Dave’s 5665 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.797.7675 • famousdaves.com
Specializing in BBQ ribs, chicken and pork.
Farmer’s Home Tavern 215 W. Gratiot, Hemlock 989.642.2546
The locals say the Tavern has the best burgers in the area!
Forbidden City Restaurant 4024 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.799.9340 Authentic Chinese food.
Fralia’s 422 Hancock, Saginaw 989.799.0111
Fresh deli sandwiches and salads, homemade soups, dressing, sweets, for lunch only. Sit down dining, deliveries available.
Frankenmuth Kaffee Haus 500 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.5252 • frankenmuthkaffeehaus.com Known for gourmet coffee, flavored hot chocolates and specialty drinks, sandwiches, panini’s and salads. Enjoy Hershey’s ice cream in the summer.
French Quarter 110 N. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.755.7075
Take a trip to Louisiana without leaving home with our unique atmosphere and cajun cuisine. Offering Louisiana style foods and music.
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Open 7 days a week.
Authentic Mexican food, known for breakfast burritos and Rancho Grande tacos and tostadas.
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Fuzzy’s 1924 Court St., Saginaw 989.790.1719
Great ice cream, folded sandwiches, fantastic home made iced cinnamon bread, and the best burgers in town!
The Garden Room at Horizon’s 6200 State St., Saginaw 989.799.4122
Enjoy a delicious, weekday luncheon buffet, cooked and served to perfection.
Genji Japanese Steakhouse 3870 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.497.9900
Japanese Steakhouse and sushi bar serving authentic Japanese cuisine and an exciting show with hybatchi cooking by trained chefs.
Germania Town & Country Club 1 Germania Platz, Saginaw 989.799.5520 • germaniatcc.com
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We are open to the public for golf and Sunday brunch. We have a beautiful banquet facility and a full service golf lounge serving spirits and everything from hot dogs to steaks.
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Gracie’s Country House 12201 M-13, Burt 989.770.4240 • graciessteakhouse.com
Large salad bar, steaks, noon buffet, seafood buffet Friday night, Sunday family- style chicken dinners, sports bar.
The Green Parrot 15952 North M-52, Chesaning 989.845.4744
Good food, good times, daily specials including Mexican, fish fries and more.
Grille on the Green 4042 State St., Bridgeport 989.777.1750 • bridgeportgolfgrille.com
Great food and friendly atmosphere at affordable prices. Banquet facilities for groups up to 300 people.
Halo Burger 9130 E. Birch Run Rd., Birch Run 989.624.5441 • haloburger.com
A family-run business with 11 locations serving the area since 1923.
Hamilton Street Pub 308 S. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.790.8199
Nightclub, entertainment, food, outdoor patio.
The Harvest Coffeehouse & Beanery 701 Mill St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6089 • harvestcoffeehouse.com
A full service coffeehouse offering fresh roasted coffee from around the world, espresso, smoothies, tea and baked goods made from scratch, live entertainment on weekends.
Hello Sushi 2575 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.790.0022
Very affordable menu specializing in sushi and teriyaki.
Horizon’s Conference Center 6200 State St., Saginaw 989.799.4122 • horizonscenter.com
Mid-Michigan’s premier conference facility with the ability to accommodate the most diversified of client needs ranging from seminars, conferences, trade shows to weddings and entertainment events, with over 40,000 square feet of space.
Hunan Chinese Restaurant 3109 Bay Plaza, Saginaw 989.792.0303
Chinese restaurant specializing in Mandarin-style cuisine. Relaxed atmosphere but fine dining with full bar
J.B. Meinberg’s 116 S. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.799.1171
Tavern with evening entertainment.
Jimmy John’s - Saginaw Township 4342 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.249.9000 • jimmyjohns.com Quick service sandwich shop, we deliver.
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Magic Bean Café 5789 State St., Suite #3, Saginaw 989.790.9495 • magicbeancafe.net
Next generation coffee shop also serving “light” food including gelato and sorbetto (Italian ice cream) in 24 flavors, small conference room for business meetings, occasional evening entertainment.
The Malt Shop 228 W. Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.6696 Jake’s Old City Grill 100 S. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.797.8325 • jakesforsteaks.com
Full service restaurant located in the heart of Saginaw’s historical Old Town entertainment district. This casual-upscale chophouse offers charbroiled steaks, seafood and poultry in a comfortable, sophisticated atmosphere replete with an extensive martini and wine list.
The Junction Bar & Grill 410 Mackinaw, Saginaw 989.793.5829
Great friendly atmosphere in a historically unique site built with a train caboose in front of building, train theme throughout building with many historic Saginaw items. Multiple flat-screen tv’s including a 50” flat screen, occasional evening entertainment.
Kathleen’s/The Mountain View 4519 N. River Rd., Freeland 989.781.6789 • applemountain.com
La Placita 1515 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.799.3490
Daily specials, Mexican cuisine. Specialty: Ruiz tacos.
Log Cabin Bar & Grill 181 S. Main St., Freeland 989.695.5761
The perfect stop for lunch or dinner, outside bar and deck, keno.
Los Cuatro Amigos 4002 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.799.1700
Los Cuatro Amigos serves authentic Mexican and American food, take-outs available.
Maria’s Authentic Restaurant 6090 State St., Saginaw 989.799.6300
Authentic Mexican food, famous for Maria’s grande tacos and burritos, chicken mole.
Memory Lane Café 1122 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.752.0812
Lunch cafe serving unique foods, salads, soups, sandwiches, ethnic sausages and special entrees. Located in the Antique Warehouse.
The Metro Grille 115 N. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.498.4022 • themixxnightclub.com
Dining in a casual pub featuring a comfortable metropolitan atmosphere with lounge, bar, entertainment, dancing and Karaoke.
The Mixx Nightclub 115 N. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.498.4022 • themixxnightclub.com
Hot, new nightclub, video bar and restaurant with a big city atmosphere, an exclusive VIP lounge, and a mixed eclectic cosmopolitan crowd popular with the gay community. The Mixx is available for private parties, banquets and luncheons.
Montague Inn 1581 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.752.3939 • montagueinn.com
Upscale, fine dining in a Georgian mansion near downtown Saginaw, located along side beautiful Lake Linton. Overnight guests welcome, reservations recommended.
Morning Emporium Coffee House 2125 N. Center, Saginaw 989.790.5888
Coffeehouse serving bagels, pastries and soups, and ice cream during the summer.
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Enjoy two unique dining experiences at Apple Mountain. The Mountain View is “come as you are casual” while Kathleen’s Dining Room provides a more formal setting. Both feature award-winning entrees plus great views of the ski slopes and golf course.
Known for its broasted chicken and more than 24 flavors of soft serve ice cream and Mooney’s hand dipped ice cream. Complete menu, take-out available. Family owned and operated for 50 years, a nonsmoking facility.
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The New Pompeii 5110 Dixie Hwy., Saginaw 989.777.4555
Italian restaurant, pizza, seafood, sandwiches, subs, grinders - dine in.
Nine’s “The Firehouse Pub” 1313 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.791.9782 • ninespub.com
Gourmet lunch and dinner, seasonal outdoor patio, located in a former Saginaw fire house.
Old Country Buffet 4695 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.790.6523
Ponderosa Steakhouse 3701 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.799.3910 Red Eye Coffee House 205 N. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.793.1411
Great coffee house, occasional entertainment and artwork, smoke free during the day.
Riverside Family Restaurant 8295 Midland Rd., Freeland 989.695.5563
Traditional American family dining, with homemade pies, pot roast dinners on Sunday. Lovely river view.
Buffet restaurant.
Old Town Drive In 807 S. Granger, Saginaw 989.799.4162
Saginaw’s only 50’s style drive-in car hop restaurant. Specializing in real, homemade draft root beer and coney dogs.
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Oma’s Restaurant One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth 989.652.2651 • bavarianinn.com
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Featuring Frankenmuth chicken, German entrees, pizza, pasta, steaks, seafood, salads sandwiches, and children’s portions. Sunday brunch buffet served poolside in the indoor courtyard. Located in the Bavarian Inn Lodge.
Panda House Chinese Restaurant 1010 N. Niagara St., Saginaw 989.755.5394
Fine dining, upscale, authentic Chinese restaurant, take outs available, pianist on Fridays and Saturdays.
Pasong’s Café 114 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.791.4701
Cooking from the heart, everything is prepared and made fresh for your order, no use of MSG. Known for the best spring rolls in town!
Perry’s Schuch Hotel 303 N. Hamilton, Saginaw 989.799.2539
Rumors Bar 1403 State St., Saginaw 989.754.6592
Bar with live entertainment, pool tables, dart boards, keno, karaoke, dancing and live music, sports TV’s, no food.
Rustic Inn Steakhouse & Saloon 133 N. Saginaw St., St. Charles 989.865.6466
“Lodge Style” family restaurant serving steaks, seafood, pasta and a wide variety of burgers and sandwiches. Mid-Michigan’s most unique dining atmosphere containing over 100 North American big game animals. Open 7 days a week.
The Savoy Grill 127 S. Franklin, Saginaw 989.754.9660
Historic site serving traditional American dishes, breakfast, lunch and dinner, full service bar.
Scottish Inn 630 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.799.1949
Family owned restaurant/bar located on the west side of the Old Town Business District. Founded in 1967, the Inn offers a relaxed atmosphere complete with a large variety of specialty drinks and sandwiches. Excellent quality, generous portions, reasonable prices and the absolute best Reuben in town! Live local music on Wednesday.
Restaurant with bar serving lunch and dinner.
800.444.9979 • www.visitsaginawvalley.com
Showboat Restaurant 242 W. Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.2830
Family owned, relaxed atmosphere, homemade specialties soups, sandwiches, prime rib, and seafood.
Spencer’s Fine Food & Spirits 5530 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.793.4500 • spencersfinefood.com
Casual, upscale Italian, steak, seafood and nightclub.
Sullivan’s Black Forest Brew Haus 281 Heinlein Strasse, Frankenmuth 989.652.6060 • 800.890.6877 blackforestbrewhaus.net
We feature a dozen hand crafted beers, provide a full service restaurant serving Sullivan’s fish & chips, steaks and seafood entrees, as well as burgers, sandwiches, deep dish pizza and appetizers. If you have a large group or special event we can accommodate you with either of our banquet rooms. We can host wedding receptions, reunions, tour groups, parties, and any other sort of get togethers. Sullivan’s off premise catering also available, brewery tours with advance notice.
Sullivan’s Food & Spirits 5235 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.799.1940
Famous for “fish ‘n’ chips” served for over 60 years. Numerous awards from “Where the Locals Eat”, Best Breakfast, Best Soup, Best Fish and lake perch.
Three Saginaw locations with a great selection of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and desserts, served in friendly casual surroundings.
Tiffany’s 656 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6881 • tiffanysfoodandspirits.com
A turn of the century restaurant, featuring pizza, sicilian pizza, sandwiches, pasta, steaks, and weekly seafood specials. During summer months outdoor patio dining available.
Tim Horton’s 4870 State Rd., Saginaw 989.793.5288 2039 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.753.0273
A comfortable, casual destination with rustic decor, great for all occassions, whether for a business meeting, family gathering, work party or just dinner with someone special. Voted “Best Burger” in tri cities.
Tony’s I-75 Restaurant 8781 Main St., Birch Run 989.624.5860
Huge portions, great for a day of shopping, feeding hungry teenagers, or taking the Hunter’s Special up north.
Trillium Banquet Center 6415 State St., Saginaw 989.790.2345
Modern facility providing elegant dining, a distinguished atmosphere and the finest ballrooms accommodating gatherings from 50 to 250 guests.
Uno Chicago Grill 8975 Market Place Dr., Birch Run 989.624.8667 • unos.com
Serving the best food around including authentic Chicago style pizza, steaks, ribs, pasta, and burgers.
Woody O’Brien’s 114 S. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.799.1171
Tavern with evening entertainment.
Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth 730 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 800.863.7999 • zehnders.com
America’s largest family restaurant featuring world famous family-style chicken dinners, steaks, and seafood. Ranked 43rd on a list of the top 100 independent restaurant, and in 2007, Zehnder’s served more guests than any other independent restaurant in the USA! Gift shop, food store, bakery and Z Chef’s Cafe.
Zorba’s Lounge 617 S. Harrison St., Saginaw 989.792.1959
All homemade food. Greek cuisine, gyros and Grecian potatoes.
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Texan Family Restaurant 4570 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.793.4687 5656 State St., Saginaw 989.793.5900 3316 E. Holland, Saginaw 989.755.4031
Timber’s Bar & Grill 6415 State St., Saginaw 989.790.2345
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Michigan’s Saginaw Valley has shopping for everyone! You’ll find great clothing, sporting gear, outdoor equipment, plants, antiques and everything a kid could want. Search through specialty shops, our outlet center (the largest in the Midwest!), malls and boutiques to find your treasures. Abbey Rose Quilts and Gifts 925 S. Main St. B-1, Frankenmuth 989.652.2433 • brierrosequilts.com
“Romancing the Home,”Victorian and traditional gifts, quilts, and accessories, baby quilts and accessories.
Adomaitis Antiques 412 Court St., Saginaw 989.790.7469 • adomaitisantiques.com
Antiques, costumes, freshwater pearl jewelry, vintage jewelry. Insurance appraisals done.
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Andersen Enrichment Center 120 Ezra Rust Dr., Saginaw 989.759.1362 • artsaginaw.org
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Bauer’s Jewelry 420 Court St., Saginaw 989.799.0931 • bauersjewelry.com
3rd generation family owned business in Saginaw since 1891. Full line of jewelry and watches, custom jewelry design available, jewelry and watch repair.
Bavarian Inn Castle Shops 713 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9941 • bavarianinn.com
Located in the lower level of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Eight shops including toys, souvenirs, bakery, candy, wine & beer, jewelry, gifts and Court Jester’s Cafe.
Need a unique gift or a special book? Come and check our Gift Gallery! Michigan artists and authors display and sell their works at the Andersen Enrichment Center. Mon.-Fri. 9am-3pm.
Bead Haven 925 S.Main St. E-1, Frankenmuth 989.652.3566 • beadhaven.com
Antique Warehouse 1122 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.755.4343 • theantiquewarehouse.net
Black & Decker Factory Store 12200 S. Beyer Rd. Ste.E-50, Birch Run 989.624.4370
20,000 sq. ft., air conditioned, wheelchair accessible, 70 quality antiques dealers, cafe, gift shop (boutique and home decor), children’s book store, frame shop and more. Voted one of Michigan’s Best by AAA readers. Established business (1982), convenient parking, easily accessible from I-75 and I-675 and major hotels.
At Home with Simply Country 2220 Midland Rd. (M-47), Saginaw 989.793.2583 • casualhome.blogspot.com
Primitive to contemporary home decor and gifts with a casual attitude, in an old home built in 1880. Unique merchandise you’ll not find anywhere else in the area. We welcome Motorcoach groups.
Aunt Hattie’s Corner 113 E. Tuscola St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9090
Aladdin lamps, crystal oil candles, rare coins and currency, classic collectibles and select gifts.
Retail beads and bead supplies. Class schedule on web site.
Outlet store for Black and Decker tools and appliances
Brasseur Electric Trains, Inc. 410 Court St., Saginaw 989.793.4753 • brasseurelectrictrains.com
Model railroad merchandise and model railroad related items. Locomotives, rolling stock, sets, books, video’s and dvd’s. We carry an inventory of service parts for the servicing of and restoration of model trains dating back to the early 1900’s to present day. Watch operating model train layouts
Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland 25 Christmas Lane, Frankenmuth 989.652.9931 • 800.ALL.YEAR bronners.com
World’s largest Christmas store, over 1-1/2 football fields long of holiday decorations throughout the showroom. Open 361 days a year. Bronner’s Silent Night Memorial Chapel replica is open daily for visitation and meditation.
800.444.9979 • www.visitsaginawvalley.com
Museum Store at the Castle 500 Federal Ave., Saginaw 989.752.2861 • castlemuseum.org
For unique gift items and historical related merchandise, visit the Museum Store at the Castle. Featuring books on local history, hand crafted jewelry and educational toys, you’ll find something for everyone. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-4:30 pm, Sunday 1-4:30 pm and during special events.
Chateau de Leelanau 976 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.3700 • chateaudeleelanau.com
Our second wine tasting room on Main St. in Frankenmuth just across from River Place. Featuring the complete portfolio of Chateau de Leelanau wines - red and white, dry to sweet, German-style Rieslings from the Leelanau Peninsula. Tastings everyday; please call ahead for large groups. Also featuring wine accessories and racks, stemware, custom labeling, and case discounts. Order pick-up upon request, handicap accessible, large back parking lot.
Chesaning Antiques & Specialty Shops 12065 W. Brady (M-57), Chesaning 989.845.5800
Multi-dealer shop filled with antiques, collectibles, and gift options. Your place for photo restoration.
The Collector’s Corner 11900 S. Gera Rd (M-83), Birch Run 989.624.4388
Antiques and collectibles specializing in Black Americana and cookie jars.
Country Corners Gift Shoppe 12025 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.642.5033
Country Loft and Lamp Shoppe 1122 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw 989.753.5719
Decorating accessories, gifts, furniture, Vera Bradley, Dept. 56, antique and reproduction lighting, repairs and parts.
The Country Sampler Store 4656 State St., Saginaw 989.797.1970 • countrysamplersaginaw.com
18,000 sqare feet of a nice blend of retail merchandise and hand crafted merchandise from both local and nation-wide crafters. We do custom gift baskets of ANY size. We are your one stop shop for home decor and gifts.
Frankenmuth’s finest selection of leather jackets, hats, belts, gloves, wallets, purses and Minnetonka Moccasins. Black Hills Gold jewelry, souvenirs and T-shirts. Free video show on covered bridge construction.
The Curiosity Shop 925 S. Main St. H-2, Frankenmuth 989.652.8258 • 800.652.8258 curiosityfrankenmuth.com
Distinctive gifts including classis nutcrackers, home accents and holiday decor. Lang Center featuring quality paper products and seasonal gifts. Located in Frankenmuth River Place.
Daddy’s Rich Bitz Boutique 5880 State St., Saginaw 989.793.1234
Unique one of a kind boutique - apparel, jewelry, etc.., all sizes and prices - designer clothing to the stars
Daddy’s Rich Bitz Shoe Salon 5880 State St., Saginaw 989.791.8081
Unique shoes, boots, handbags, etc., great prices, all sizes.
Ed Rehmann & Sons, Inc. 151 W. Broad, Chesaning 989.845.6761
3rd generation family-owned since 1919. Carhartt clothing for men, women and children, mens suits and sportscoats made in the U.S.A.
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Country home decor, Amish furniture, candles and candle warmers, rusty barn stars, outdoor gazebos, pictures, roosters and other decorative items.
Covered Bridge and Leather Shop 775 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2902
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Frankenmuth Clock Company 966 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2933 • 866.432.5625 frankenmuthclock.com
1,000 different clocks on display including cuckoo, German, grandfather, wall and mantle clocks. 1,500 parts available including cuckoo parts.
Frankenmuth Florist & Gifts 320 S. Franklin St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8181 • 800.652.8183 frankenmuthfloristandgifts.com
Flowers for all occasions - large variety of fresh flowers and gifts, plus wedding planning.
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Edward’s Men’s Shop 4928 Gratiot Rd. (M-46), Saginaw 989.793.4523
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Frankenmuth Fudge Kitchen 606 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2891 • 877.25.FUDGE frankenmuthfudge.com
Better men’s clothing, shoes, tuxedo sale and rental, custom clothing.
Our fudge is made fresh daily in copper kettles and hand paddled on thick marble slabs for you to view. Visit us soon, choose from 20 delicious flavors, try our FREE SAMPLES, and come see our famous fudge!
Fashion Square Mall 4787 Fashion Square Blvd., Saginaw 989.793.6723 • shopfashionsquaremall.com
Frankenmuth Fundraising 320 Heinlein Strasse, Frankenmuth 989.652.2221 • frankenmuthfundraising.com
Over 110 fabulous stores and eateries making it truly a total shopping experience. Specialty stores include Abercrombie & Fitch, American Eagle Outfitters, Gap, Hollister Co., Victoria’s Secret, Talbot’s, and Bath and Body Works. Anchor stores include Macy’s, Penney’s and Sears.
Featuring jewelry, wrapping paper, candy, cheese, household items all offered ar deep discount pricing.
Frankenmuth Museum Gift Shop 613 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9701 •frankenmuthmuseum.org
Foot Solutions 4880 Gratiot Rd. Ste. 3, Saginaw 989.790.3338
Comfort shoe store. Athletic shoes, casual shoes, diabetic shoes, custom orthotics.
The museum tells the story of Frankenmuth from it’s founding in 1845 as a Lutheran missionary colony through hands-on exhibits, video, audio, and artifacts. Temporary exhibits on display throughout the year. Fischer Hall (circa 1900) attached is available to rent. Gift shop features locally crafted and European gifts.
Frankenmuth Cheese Haus 561 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6727 • frankenmuthcheesehaus.com
Frankenmuth Original Cigar Co. 135 S. Franklin St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0511• frankenmuthcigar.tripod.com
See chocolate cheese and cheese spread made here. 140 kinds of cheese. Gift boxes and baskets shipped anywhere in the USA. Enjoy our full service coffee bar!
Handmade cigars, and other tobacco related items and gifts, authorized Zippo dealer. Home of the Fat Rum Tavern Cigar, and a manufacturer of other handmade cigars.
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Frankenmuth River Place 925 S. Main St. D-2, Frankenmuth 989.652.9043 • 800.600.0105 frankenmuthriverplace.com
Junction Valley Railroad Hobby Shop 7065 Dixie Hwy., Bridgeport 989.777.3480 • jvrailroad.com
30 shops and attractions featuring Bead Haven, Michigan’s largest bead store, Yankee Candle, Life Is Good, plus home decor, pet supplies, mirror maze, ice cream, popcorn, and much more.
Model train scales from Z to G all at discount prices. Excellent selection of Aristo, Athearn, Atlas, Bachmann, Con-Cur, USA, Kadee, Kato, K-Line, Lionel, MTH, Walthers, LGB, and many others. We stock anything the model railroader needs for their layouts.
Frankenmuth Toy Company/Kite Kraft 618 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8686 • frankenmuthtoyco.com
Kluck Nursery, Inc. 1020 Van Wormer Rd., Saginaw 989.781.1650 • klucknursery.com
Specialty toy store featuring a wide variety of toys including Brio, Playmobile, Calico Critters, puzzles and games, science-oriented and educational toys. Also home to Kite Kraft which features single line and stunt kites, kite tails, spinners and more. Large selection of flags, windsocks and banners.
Frankenmuth Woolen Mill Comforter & Sweater Shop 570 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6555 • thewoolenmill.com
The Frankenmuth Woolen Mill brings you beautiful quilts and hand-tied, wool-filled comforters to battle cold Michigan winters. The Sweater Store is a sweater shoppers dream come true. Unique sweaters for women and men made of cotton, wool, acrylic and other fibers fill our shelves.
The Grand Emporium 5880 State St., Saginaw 989.792.1234
Home decor, venetian mirrors, hooked rugs, antiques, chandeliers, giftware, floral and more unique items.
A universe of finishing touches and accents for the home.
Haggar Clothing Co. 12158 Beyer Rd., Birch Run 989.624.5640 • haggar.com
Menswear - workplace to weekend. We also handle large or small business uniforms or employee perks clothing orders. Special discounts may apply. Also offer additional discount through Prime Outlets coupon book available at Guest Services through 12/08.
Healthy Habitz 545 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0537 • 877.281.4872 healthyhabitz.net
Retail health food and gift store carrying gluten free foods, vegan, dairy free, homepathics, neti pots, ear candles, essential oils.
The Knitting Studio 5880 State St., Saginaw 989.792.1234
Yarns from all over the world - hand knitted sweaters, scarfs, hats, etc. - knitting lessons available, meeting place for knitting clubs.
The Little House Antique Shop 416 Court St., Saginaw 989.792.9622
Antiques, collectible furniture, general line, specializing in Depression era glass and kitchen collectibles.
The Little White House on Main 535 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.3534 • 888.253.8343 tlwh.net
Huge selection of Brighton jewelry, handbags, belts, shoes, luggage, fragrances, and home decor; Vera Bradley handbags, accessories and luggage; Dooney & Bourke handbags and more!
Meadowcreek Clothiers 70 N. Center Rd., Saginaw 989.793.2520
Women’s better apparel and accessories.
Miss Lexie’s Chocolates 123 West Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.3042
Retail homemade hand dipped chocolates
Neu-Rich Jewelers 103 West Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.3408
In business for 61 years, featuring Seiko and Howard Miller clocks, and fine jewelry. Computerized engraving, next day service, ring repair performed weekly.
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Ha Penny 626 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2400 • ha-penny.com
Offering a diverse line of nursery stock including shade & ornamental trees, evergreens, shrubs, specialty stock, perennials, grasses, and Christmas trees.
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Newport Ltd. 4882 Gratiot Rd., Gratiot Place Ste. 11, Saginaw 989.790.0789
The Portrait Gallery & Gallery 143 250 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.9887 • theportraitgallery.net
Neuchterlein’s Jewelry 122 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.793.8038
Pride & Country Village 5965 East Holland Rd., Saginaw 989.754.5807 • prideandcountry.com
Women’s specialty clothier. Unusual clothing specializing in sweaters, jackets, and jewelry. Full service boutique.
Full service jeweler with in store watch/clock service. Custom jewelry made and all manner of jewelry repairs and appraisals
Neuchterlein’s Jewelry Frankenmuth LLC 500 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2688 Retail jeweler selling fine jewelry, watches and gifts. Repairs done in store: jewelry, watches, engraving, stringing and appraisals.
Opperman’s Cork ‘N’ Ale 2940 Midland Rd., Saginaw 989.797.8466 • cork-n-ale.com
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Over 4,000 different wines, 2,000 liquors, and 600 beers. Home brew and wine making supplies, cigar humidor, and gift baskets done on site.
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Pilgrim Home Accents 335 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8893 • 888.864.0320 willowtreeshop.com
Offering Boyd Bears, Willow the Angels, quilts, flowers and gifts.
Platt Designs 325 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.3357 • plattdesignsforthehome.com
A must-see upscale design boutique featuring a wonderful selection of home accessories, oil paintings, garden & iron, lamps, chandeliers, European soaps and much more. Gift registries, shipping and drop off of items to local hotels gladly provided. Interior design and space planning consultation available for all new and remodel projects.
Portrait Gallery specializing in family, children, and high school senior portraiture, with a fine art gallery with custom interior design images. Hours by appt.
Michigan’s largest Village of Country shoppes: nine shops and over 40,000 square feet of everything imaginable for your country decorating needs; also a great deli and ice cream parlor. The Village has buildings dating back as old as 1890.
Prime Outlets - Birch Run 12240 S. Beyer Rd., Birch Run 989.624.6226 • 877.BR.OUTLETS primeoutlets.com
Prime Outlets at Birch Run is the largest outlet center in the Midwest with over 140 brand name stores. Pet friendly with 5 acres to exercise pets plus some stores allow them to shop with you! Guest Services Center provides a wonderful area to relax, as well as numerous ways to save when shopping here. Shop & Stay packages available with area hotels. Park your car and use the shuttle trolley to visit all the shopping areas
Raining Cats and Dogs 925 S. Main St. B-4, Frankenmuth 989.652.8100 • rainingcatsanddogs.com Dog and cat gifts and gear, with gifts, pet wear.
Rapunzel’s 664 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0464
This charming and unique shop is a visual feast from the gardens outside to the selection of unusual merchandise. Customer’s can shop for yarn, decorative accessories, decorative accessories, boutique clothing and jewelry, music and Christmas items.
Red Beard’s Antiques 12025 Gera Rd., Birch Run 989.624.5211
Antiques, primitives, collectibles, toys, comics, license plates, old time photos, antique furniture, barn wood bird houses, and framed pictures.
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Rau’s Country Store 656 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8388 • rauscountrystore.com
Old fashioned and imported candies, early American gifts, enameled and tin signs, expanded textile accessories, Michigan’s largest selection of dollhouse miniatures, model die-cast cars and plane. Upstairs Country Loft carries furniture and home decor. Main floor handicap accessible.
Roger’s Hobby Center 5620 State St., Saginaw 989.790.0080
Retail hobby, art & craft supply store, radio control models, trains, models and more.
Saginaw Art Museum Store 1126 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw 989.754.2491 • saginawartmuseum.org
The Saginaw Art Museum Store carries an eclectic collection of children’s educational and art toys, Smithsonian collectibles and unique gifts including jewelry, vases, and scarfs by local artists.
Schultz Economy Drugs/Sarah’s Attic 126 W. Broad St., Chesaning 989.845.3609 • 877.843.2884 sarahsattic.com
A world-renowned line of collectible figurines based on several traditional themes. The Pharmacy carries a unique line of products that are great for home decor, gift giving and collecting.
St. Julian Winery 127 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.3281
The Stable 300 S. Hamilton St., Saginaw 989.799.0601 • stableoutdoors.com
Skis, boards, bikes, kayaks. Complete selection of outdoor equipment and apparel, ski and snowboard rental.
Stroebels of Saginaw 4882 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw 989.792.4131 • 800.876.4927
Fine gift shop featuring tabletop, glassware,seasonal decorations,jewelry & engraving services. Free local delivery and flat rate shipping.
Touch of Nature, Inc. 10630 S. Gera Rd., Birch Run 989.624.9509 • touchofnature.net
Full service garden center, landscaping design and installation.
Retail store with mens, womens and children’s clothing including brands Lee, Wrangler, Health-Tex and Vanity Fair.
The Village Store 646 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.6100 • frankenmuthvillagestore.com Black Forest cuckoo clocks sales and service, candles and accessories, Bearington bears, large selection of t-shirts and sweatshirts.
Wild Birds Unlimited 975 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.8830 • 877.850.3161 wbu.com/frankenmuth
Backyard bird feeding and nature gift store, featuring a wide variety of birdfeeders, birdhouses & nature gifts.
Zehnder’s Marketplace 730 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 989.652.0450 • 800.863.7999 zehnders.com
Located in the lower level of Zehnder’s Restaurant, features Z Chef’s Cafe, Z Gift Shop, and Z Bakery offering something for everyone. Unique selections of food, collectibles and accessories
Zeilinger Wool Company LLC 1130 Weiss St., Frankenmuth 989.652.2920 • 877.767.2920 zwool.com
96 years of experience manufacturing, processing and selling wool-filled bed products, socks, comforters, hand-stitched quilts, mattress pads and yarn. Tours available to see the products being made in the yarn mill, knitting department and fiber processing.
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Michigan’s oldest and largest wine company. Our location is home of the famous award winning Solera Cream Sherry. Free tasting and video tour.
VF Outlet 8960 Market Place Dr., Birch Run 989.624.6055 • vffo.com
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A long day of shopping, visiting museums or attending festivals and events can really take it out of you. If you’re feeling a little tired after all your exciting activities, visit one of our award-winning spas for the relaxation and pampering you deserve!
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Advanced Therapeutic Massage and Aesthetics 3055 Enterprise Dr., Saginaw 989.249.7606 • atmbcenter.com Medical spa services include therapeutic massage, skin care, nail care, permanent cosmetics, hand and foot care. Specialties & gifts, jewelry, gift certificates.
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The Avenue Hair Studio & Spa 6880 Gratiot, Saginaw 989.781.1910 • avenuehss.com Full service salon including: hair, spa, tanning, massage, facials, pedicures, manicures, hair design, color and updo’s. Heilerde Day Spa 925 S. Main St. Suites A-2 & A-3, Frankenmuth 989.652.6117 • heilerdedayspa.com A full-service day spa open 7 days a week. Walkin appointments available. Retail shopping for healthy living products, organic hair & body care items, make up and gift cards.
Serenity Spa & Salon 1600 Midland Rd., Saginaw 989.792.3455 •serenitysaginaw.com A full-service salon and spa for men and women providing a complete menu featuring the ultimate in hair, nail and body care services. Shapers, The Salon & Day Spa 685 North Center, Saginaw 989.793.3771 • shapersthesalon.com Full-service salon and day spa – hair care, body care and skin care, retail includes specialties and gifts, all the above and gift cards. The Willows Salon & Day Spa 5820 Gratiot, Suite A, Saginaw 989.790.2900 • thewillowssalon.com Offering hair care, massage, nail services, skin care services and gift cards. Your Healthy Balance 3069 Bay Plaza Dr., Saginaw 989.790.3476 • yourhealthybalance.com Massage and bodywork services, body wraps, steam, facials, and skin care products.
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Davenport University 5300 Bay Rd., Saginaw 989.799.7800 • 800.968.8133 www.davenport.edu
Delta College 1961 Delta Rd., University Center 989.686.9000 • www.delta.edu
MBS International Airport 8500 Garfield Rd.., Freeland 989.695.5555 •mbsairport.org Gift shop, banquet facility, restaurant & bar area, ground transportation, free wireless service. Saginaw County Harry W. Browne Airport 4821 Janes Rd., Saginaw 989.758.2459• khyx.org
Howard Nixon Memorial Airport 205 S. Fourth St., Chesaning 989.845.3800 • airnav.com/airport/50G Small airport for single aircraft, non-paved runway, elevation 639 ft. William “Tiny” Zehnder Field 2 miles SE of the city on Block Rd.., Frankenmuth 989.652.9371 • 989.823.3276 airnav.com/airport/66G One-half mile runway, grass strip. Handles light twins, elevation 645 ft.
St. Mary’s of Michigan - Towne Centre 4599 Towne Centre, Saginaw 989.497.3000 • stmarysofmichigan.org St. Mary’s of Michigan - Medical Center 800 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.907.8000 • stmarysofmichigan.org Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1500 Weiss St., Saginaw 989.497.2500 • saginaw.va.gov Urgent care facilities are located throughout the County.
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Covenant Healthcare – Cooper 700 Cooper Ave., Saginaw 989.583.0000 •covenanthealthcare.com Covenant Healthcare – Harrison 1447 N. Harrison, Saginaw 989.583.0000• covenanthealthcare.com Covenant Healthcare – Mackinaw 5400 Mackinaw, Saginaw 989.583.0000• covenanthealthcare.com Michigan Cardiovascular Institute PC 1015 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw 989.754.3000 • mcvi.com
Saginaw Valley State University 7400 Bay Rd., University Center 989.964.4000 • 800.968.9500 www.svsu.edu
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