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Caseville serves up some delicious fun this weekend

By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

CASEVILLE — The seventh annual Caseville Country Ribstock is scheduled to take place this weekend (June 26-28) — and it is part of six straight weekends of big events taking place in the city. The event is anchored by a country music vibe played by up-and-coming bands and finger-licking good ribs prepared and served by some of the area’s top restaurants.

“I’m really excited about Ribstock this year,” said Steve Louwers, president of the Caseville Area Chamber of Commerce.

“It’s going to be a great start to our summer season.”

Ribstock has slowly become one of the chamber’s top events of the summer, but organizers are still figuring out ways to make it that much better for festivalgoers. Louwers said Ribstock organizers listened to the people, and will be opening the famous ribs tent on Friday night. In the past, it has only been open on Saturday.

“A lot of people were looking for ribs at the tents on Friday night,” Louwers said.

So far, a total of seven restaurants have committed to the tent on Friday to grill up versions of both baby back and St. Louis style ribs, along with many other tasty treats such as pulled pork, hot dogs, onion

rings, french fries, donuts and other deserts. The tent runs from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday at the Caseville County Park.

Along with great food, attendees will be treated to great music, with two headliners performing back-to-back Friday night. Beginning at 7 p.m., David Shelby will get things started at the amphitheater, followed by Brian Lorrente and the Usual Suspects.

Also taking place on Friday is the third annual Amateur Rib Cook-Off, with cash prizes going to first through third place winners. Winners will be announced at 8:45 p.m. that night at the amphitheater.

On Saturday, the Annual Rib Cook-Off will take place rain or shine at the county park. The event runs from noon to 8 p.m., with judging concluding at 6 p.m. Music begins at 5 p.m. and runs to 11 p.m., with Rye Whiskey taking the stage, followed by Dani Vantany and Ten Hands Tall. Allen Turner and the Steel Horse Band will conclude the night.

Many other family-friendly activities also will run throughout the day, including a sand castle building contest, ice

A rib cutter is busy at work during last year’s Caseville Ribstock Festival.

This year’s festival begins today, and runs through Sunday.

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cream eating contest, duck pond, three little pigs races and moonlight shopping. An official Ribstock horseshoe tournament also is in the works.

In past years, Louwers said the event averaged around 1,000 to 1,200 passes sold for the weekend. This year, the price is the same at $5 for a weekend of entertainment.

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Huron County’s Relay for Life starts Saturday

By Chris Aldridge Tribune Staff Writer

BAD AXE — Huron County’s Relay For Life will again bring the fight to cancer in Bad Axe City Park in a 24-hour event on Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28.

This year, lead event organizer Davina Maurer says the Relay hopes to raise $75,000 to help fund cancer research, and register 150 cancer survivors.

“So we can find the cures for what can be treated,” Maurer said.

The American Cancer Soci-

ety’s 2015 estimates show 251 new cancer cases reported in Huron County, with 101 mortalities.

Cancer claims 185 deaths per 100,000, above the state rate of 178, according to a report prepared by the Huron County Health Department and delivered to county officials last December. Diabetes is blamed for almost 26 deaths, up from the state rate of about 24, according to the report.

Maurer thinks of the annual event as a great emotional support system for those diag-

nosed and surviving, and a way to honor those that have died from cancer.

This year’s theme is “Knock Cancer Out of the Park.” The event is most notably symbolized by its luminaria ceremony, when participants take a walk around the park at night alongside candlelit bags — the names on which serve to memorialize those lost and support others with cancer. Maurer calls it a bonding experience.

“Once you see all the bags lit up at night around the track, you really see how many are affected,” Maurer said. “When

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you’re looking at just over 1,000 bags, and you’re walking around at night in silence with a little bit of music in the background, yes, it’s very humbling.”

This year, the names also will scroll on a projector screen through midnight.

Maurer says it’s also important that those attending learn of cancer.

“The goal is to educate too — that’s important,” she said.

They hope to teach prevention and awareness.

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“By bringing the ribs in on Friday, I strongly believe a lot more people are going to be going to the concert on Friday,” Louwers said.

Louwers said last year a total of around 20,000 ribs were sold. Again, he thinks ribs being offered on Friday will help bolster that number.

“Being that we’re going to do it on Friday, I’d like to see what we can do,” he said. “Maybe we can surpass the 25,000 mark —

that would be my goal.”

Rounding things out on Sunday will be a chamber fundraiser from noon to 3 p.m.

The fundraiser includes ribs and other food under the tent, while entertainment is provided by Music Doctors.

“You’re going to be able to go into that tent and basically get anything you want for a pretty minimal price,” Louwers said.

For more information on Ribstock, visit www.casevillechamber.net.

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New carnival gets added to Cass City Freedom Festival

By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

CASS CITY — The 37th annual Cass City Freedom Festival takes place July 2-5 and event organizers are certain you will find something you’ll like.

“We really like to stress that it’s great family fun for all,” said Cass City Chamber Interim President Carrie Luana.

“There’s something for everyone. We’re hoping this is our

biggest year yet.”

Luana said organizers are hoping a big draw this year will be the new carnival that has been added to the list of events. The full-blown carnival with big-time rides will take place July 2-4 at the city park area. Daily entrance into the carnival for unlimited rides will cost $20 per wristband, but if you take advantage of the presale organizers are having, the cost is only $12 each.

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One of those free offerings is the Summer Mania in July event, which has combined with the festival this year and takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 3. Included in Summer Mania is lunch, inflatables, snow cones and cotton candy, face painting, crafts, a

magic show and a 150-balloon release to commemorate the 150-year anniversary of Cass City — all at Rotary Park downtown.

The annual craft show runs from noon to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday in the park. The Great Parade will kick things off on Saturday beginning at 10:30 a.m. downtown.

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Port Austin to celebrate July 4

By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

PORT AUSTIN — Thousands of people flock to Port Austin to celebrate America’s freedom each year.

The annual Port Austin Fourth of July parade will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 4. It is organized by the Village of Port Austin and Port Austin Chamber of Commerce.

“We have a lot of interesting things in our parade that families — both adults and kids alike — really enjoy,” said Chamber Director Joyce Stanek. “It’s just a lot of fun.”

Because this year hits on a Saturday and runs during the popular Port Austin Farmers’ Market, the market will go an additional two hours from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. that day. Stanek said this is to give the parade time to get through before vendors make their way out.

The chamber typically expects around 100 parade entries each year and anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 attendees. With the event falling on a Saturday, that number could be higher.

The parade start point and line-up area is the same as last year, in the far right lane of Grindstone Road/M-25 facing west after Adams Street. The first block between Lake Street and Adams Street is reserved

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During a “fight back/survivor ceremony,” participants are asked to share examples of preventative measures, like not using a tanning booth or identifying kinds of cancer screenings, Maurer said.

Though the atmosphere may seem solemn, Maurer says the Relay is a familyoriented event — and there is plenty of entertainment already planned with other possibilities in the works.

A 5K Ribbon Run will feature 24 themed laps every hour.

Some include a superhero theme, at 3 p.m.; silly sunglasses and hats, 5 p.m.; Michigan vs.

Michigan State, 10 p.m.; pajama and stuffed animal, 1 a.m.; and fairy tale, 8 a.m. Sunday.

“We change it up so it’s more lively, and it’s fun to see people dress up,” Maurer said.

A butterfly release, sponsored

by Huron Behavioral Health, is scheduled for 3:55 p.m. Friday.

New for this year are caricature drawings from noon to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday.

“My goal is to try to bring more of the youth,” said Maurer. “A lot of them do have family members that have been through cancer treatments.”

Some of those youth include Bad Axe music students, who take the stage 10:30 a.m. Friday.

The entertainment doesn’t stop there. Fiend Fyre Charmers, a “fire art group,” takes the

stage at 7:30 p.m. The group has previously performed at the Mid Michigan Renaissance Festival. Brad Goodwin – whose Facebook page labels him a one-man band from Marlette “providing an eclectic mix of folk songs, ballads, love songs, light blues and light rock” — is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Goodwin also performed at Relay For Life at Bay Shore Camp in May. Monroe-based country music band Rye Whiskey, which organizers say has been invited back by popular demand, is scheduled for 10 p.m.

The Relay has been held in Huron County for at least a decade. In 2008, the event helped raise $101,000. There were 25 teams that helped in the effort.

But donations have lessened over the years. Last year, the total was about $86,000, with

123 survivors registered and 17 teams. By mid-May, Maurer said organizers had gained close to $32,000 from 12 teams.

“There were 25 teams in 2011; this year we’re sitting at 12,” Maurer said.

Money is raised through local businesses or individuals sponsoring the event, team fundraising before and during the Relay, online donations, silent auctions, a raffle, the 5K Ribbon Run and the cake auction.

Those who would like to purchase luminary bags, make a private donation, volunteer the day of, become a committee member or have questions, may contact Davina Maurer at 989551-8369 or davina.maurer@att. net. She asks that those calling be sure to leave a message in regard to the reason for the call.

More information is available at www.relayforlife.com/huroncountymi, and at the Relay For Life of Huron County, Michigan, Facebook page.

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Little Town with a Big Welcome to celebrate July 4

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

PORT HOPE — Over the

past several months, questions have been asked about the small town of Port Hope.

With the closing of the

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Port Hope may be a small town, but it still has the big welcome. According to Elaine Reinke, committee member for the 29th annual Fourth of July Festival, the crowds have grown over the past couple years, and she expects nothing to change this year.

The weekend kicks off Friday morning, July 3, with a

breakfast sponsored by St. John Lutheran School.

It runs 7 to 10 a.m. and will be held at the Hope Activity Center, formerly the location of the Port Hope School.

The breakfast will also be offered Saturday and Sunday mornings.

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FOURTH: Parade is at 1 p.m. July 4 From 5

The parade route will begin at the intersection of North Van Dyke Road/M-53 and Grindstone Road/M-25. The parade continues north on M-53 through the downtown, then turns west on to West Spring Street/M-25 and travels six more blocks to Gallup Park.

Stanek reminds parade attendees that this year, there will be no parking allowed on Lake Street and West Spring Street along the parade route from 12:30 p.m. until the end of the parade.

Following the parade, the Port Austin Historical Society will be hosting a band concert at the Welcome Center. The concert is taking place for the

first time this year.

Later in the day, the annual fireworks display begins at dusk around 10 p.m. at the Port Austin Harbor. This year the city, with the support of volunteers, raised over $19,000 for the best fireworks display yet. The top viewing spots for the spectacle are Bird Creek County Park, Veterans Waterfront Park or the harbor. A recreational passport is required to park in the harbor parking lot.

For a parade application form and a map, or for more details, visit www.villageofportaustin.com or call 989-7385199 to have the information emailed or faxed to you.

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Ladies Golf Tournament – Scenic Golf Course (Organized by NorthStar Bank, Esther Hill 453-3999)

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Mens Golf Tournament-Tee Off 1 – Scenic Golf Course Mens Golf Tournament-Tee Off 2 – Scenic Golf Course (Organized by Thumb National Bank, Mike LePage 453-3113)

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Garage Sale Weekend Kickoff L.J. Gascho Furniture Sale – 8308 Haist Rd., Pigeon Sidewalk Sales Art Show – Scheurer Professional Center Thumb Area Quilters Guild Show – Winsor Gallery Pigeon District Library Used Book Sale NEW! Bean Soup & Homemade Pie Dinner – Recreation Park (Sponsored by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church) The Calvarymen Gospel Music Concert – Band Shell (Sponsored by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church)

7 pm

The Burnout – Recreation Park Parking Lot, 6:30 pm Registration (Organized by Josh Elenbaum 550-2424)

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Garage Sale Weekend Continues L. J. Gascho Furniture Sale – 8308 Haist Rd., Pigeon Come Downtown All Day Long! Unique Downtown Crafters on the Sidewalks • Farmers’ Market Open • Sidewalk Sales • Thumb Area Quilters Guild Show – Winsor Gallery • Pigeon Historical Museum Open until 4 pm 9 am - 5 pm Art Show – Scheurer Professional Center 10 am - 5 pm Pigeon District Library Used Book Sale 1 pm Kids Town-Wide Scavenger Hunt – Pigeon Hardware, Ages 10-15 (Sponsored by Pigeon Hardware) 4:30 pm - Gone Lion’s BBQ Dinner – Recreation Park (Sponsored by Lion’s Club of Pigeon)

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Laker Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament – Recreation Park Ball Fields (Organized by Laker High School Alumni, Deanne Murdoch 453-3113)

Sparkles the Clown – Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos & Balloon Twisting The Sinclairs Music Concert Wing Eating Contest – Register on-site by 6:30pm (Sponsored by Shooter’s Grill) $1,000 CASH GIVEAWAY ($1,000 awarded IF PRESENT for drawing, $500 IF NOT Present)

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Car Show with Music by Ken Marotzke – Downtown (Organized by Alec McCormick, McCormick Motors 453-3121)

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SATURDAY, JULY 18

NEW! Dairy Farm Tours at Leipprandt Dairy – Bus pickup by Band Shell. Tour bus departs at 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30 & 4:00 Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pull – Lion’s Club Pavilion, Recreation Park

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KIDS’ INFLATABLES – Recreation Park NEW! Petting Zoo – Recreation Park Sherry’s Dance Studio Dance Show – Band Shell

Community Worship – Recreation Park Historical Museum Open Mud Volleyball – Back Recreation Park, Registration at 12 pm (Sponsored by Winsor Township Fire Dept., Organized by Nick Pavlichek 551-3339)

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PORT HOPE: The fun begins July 3 and culminates July 5 From 8

The day continues with a consignment auction at 3 p.m.

As always, the event of the day will be the tractor pull. It is run through the Thumb Tractor Pull Association, and it starts at 7 p.m. Any questions about this event can be answered by calling 989-428- 3070.

Saturday holds a plethora of big events. The giant flea market will be open at 8 a.m. and goes through Sunday on the old school grounds. The annual quilt show will be held in the activity center starting at 10 a.m. Later in the morning, the famous Port Hope bean soup will be served on the grounds.

Or patrons can wait to have

one of the famous barbecue chicken dinners at 1 p.m.

As in past years, gas engines, tractors and farm equipment will be on display on the grounds. This year, the featured equipment will be Fordson. Set up for this event will be Thursday, July 2. For more information, call Roy Reinke at 989-428-4838.

An added bonus at this 29th annual event will be a musical evening with Jimmy Deheno & The Shirttail Brothers. The bluegrass-style entertainment will be at the Hope Activity Center in the area previously known as the gymnasium. The group is brought to the area

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The Friends had enticed Deheno to the area before, and he had performed solo to a delighted audience. This time, Deheno brings The Shirttail Brothers with him. Admission is $10 for a single, $15 per couple, and $20 for a family.

The group will play from 7:30 p.m. until near the start of the fireworks show. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at dusk.

The average start time for the fireworks show is about 10 p.m.

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Saturday, July 4. (Tribune File Photo) at 10:30 a.m. Perhaps the most anticipated event of the festival will be the annual Port Hope Fourth of July Parade at 2 p.m.

One can expect to see vintage cars and trucks, antique bicycles, clowns, floats, tractors and wagons, horses and a whole lot more during the parade.

As an added bonus, the

Friends of the Port Hope Depot will be selling pulled pork sandwiches on the parade route prior to the parade.

Sandwich sales will run from noon until 2 p.m. According to Sid Holodnick, the group ran out of pulled pork last year.

Patrons should come early to avoid disappointment.

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June 23-24: The Creation Museum. Opened in 2007, brings pages of the Bible to life.

State-of-the-art 70,000 sq.ft. museum casts characters & animals in dynamic form, placing them in familiar settings. Adam & Eve in Garden of Eden, serpent coiled in Tree of Knowledge. Enjoy gardens, walkway, waterfalls and Stargazer’s Planetarium with 30’ diameter dome. 1 night lodging & food vouchers.

July 30 - August 13: Scottish Isles & Glens. An unforgettable adventure. Tours of Glasgow & Edinburgh, Loch Lomond scenic cruise, ferry rides to Mull, Lona, Skye and Orkeney, reserved seats for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. 13 nights in hotels, 13 full breakfasts, 11 dinners & much more!

August 8-13: I Love New York City. 5 nights lodging (3 in NY, Manhattan) NY harbor cruise w/brunch, guided tour of NYC, tour of Radio City Music Hall & Rockefeller Center, admission to 9/11 Museum/Memorial, admission to Top of the Rock, reserved seating for Broadway play, 2 continental breakfasts, 1 dinner.

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Nationally known Christian band coming to Bad Axe on July 9

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

BAD AXE ­— A nationallyknown band, Unspoken, will play July 9 at Faith Gospel Tabernacle, located 10 miles south of Bad Axe on Rescue Road.

They’re expected to play to a packed house — a venue with 400 seats.

With two Top 5 singles (Who You Are & Lift My Life Up) and several successful tours, one would expect a band of this caliber to play in a much larger venue. Pastor Mike Beeler of Faith Gospel is delighted to have this level of entertainment at his church.

He has been working with a major promoter for the past several months to make this happen.

“We are excited to partner with Del Rey Promotions to bring family-friendly entertainment to the Thumb area

with the Unspoken concert on July 9,” said Beeler. “We realize that most of the time you would have to travel to Saginaw, Midland or Detroit to see this caliber of entertainment. But not that night. It’s coming to the Upper Thumb.”

The band is made up of members from Maine, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. This cultural diversity gives them musical diversity.

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Unspoken’s lead singer, Chad Mattson, explained he previously was into high school sports and he had no interest in music.

“I was always into sports, and music wasn’t that fun,” he said.

But music wasn’t a simple transition from sports.

“When sports dwindled and

my life fell apart, I turned to alcohol and drugs,” he said. “I didn’t get serious about music until I got sober and gave my life to God.” At the age of 17, he learned to play music in his bedroom.

“God told me to use music to share the message of the gospel,” he said. “I wasn’t serious about music until I got serious about God.” The new revelation started over a decade ago when he

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Several of Mattson’s songs detail his ever changing story about his recovery and his turn from dark to light.

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Some of these songs include Who You Are, Lift My Life Up, and Start a Fire, Good Fight, Call it Grace, and Tomorrow. The group has had several successful tours with well-known groups like Sanctus Real and Bid Daddy Weave.

Unspoken is the second nationally known entertainer/group to come to Faith Gospel Tabernacle in the

past year. Last July, Christian Songwriter/Artist of the Year Josh Wilson played before a packed house. The concert also included Livingstones, a popular Michigan band.

They will return this year for the July 9 event.

“It’s family-friendly and affordable,” Beeler said. “Last year’s event was a wonderful success, and our expectations are higher this year.”

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HARBOR BEACH — The Harbor Beach Maritime starts July 9 and runs through July 12. To say the festival is jammed packed with activities is an understatement. It is nearly impossible to see and do everything offered in those four days.

At one time, the roar of professionally ridden jet skis could be heard throughout town for three straight days.

That is no longer the case. Yet, the Maritime theme is kept very much alive by the efforts of H&R Block and their H&R Block Invitational.

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coordinating this area of Maritime. Bands will play from Friday at 4:20 p.m. until Sunday afternoon. Two stages are set up for the bands. One is under the Maritime tent and the other is at the beach. Bands they will rotate stages throughout the event. The incredible fact is there is no charge for any of the performances.

This year, 13 bands will perform. “We have more bands than ever before,” Ramsey said. “It’s our best lineup in the history of the festival.”

Last year, Rag Birds played in Harbor Beach for the first time. Although they were not the headliners, Ramsey was excited to have them.

“They are the headliners for a lot of festivals,” Ramsey said.

“You’d expect to pay up to $70 for a ticket elsewhere. Here, you see them for free.”

The big difference is the Rag Birds are the Maritime main attraction this year.

“The Rag Birds are our headliners,” Ramsey said. “It’s a diverse group. It’s definitely a crowd pleaser.

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Saturday, July 11, with a start time of 10 a.m. The races will be based on teams, with four riders scheduled to make up a team. The races are scheduled until 4 p.m., although that could change depending on the amount of teams.

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Although jet skis still exist, musical entertainment has taken over the festival. Much like last year, Clark Ramsey is

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The annual craft show will be located on the lawn of the Murphy Museum in the downtown area. Lighthouse tours will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The annual volleyball tournament starts at 10 a.m. on the beach and runs until it is finished, which is normally about 3 p.m. The hot dog eating competition starts soon after the tournament on the tent stage.

Kids have not been forgotten by the festival committee.

Inflatables will be available for children at Lincoln Park near the beach. A nature learning center will also be set up for the kids. In past years, snakes, spiders, frogs, animal hides and other fascinating things will be available to view. In some cases, with adult supervision, they will be able to actually pick up some of these scary creatures.

Zion Motion will again perform this year. The elementary age tumblers are a big hit with kids and adults. Perhaps one of the most unusual events will be a frog jumping contest. It has become an annual event and draws a lot of attention. Kids are invited to compete, and, of course, they need a frog.

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Left, kids compete in last year’s frog jumping contest. An unusual event, the frog jumping contest has become an annual maritime festival staple, and it draws a lot of attention. Kids are invited to compete, and, of course, they need a frog. (Tribune File Photo)

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“They travel the entire Midwest, although they’re out of Nashville,” Ramsey added.

He went on to say the band played here last year and wanted to come back to Harbor Beach. They loved the area and the venue, so they came back this year.”

They will play twice Saturday night, both times on the main stage at the beach. The first performance is scheduled for 9 p.m., and they will play until the Maritime fireworks show begins. Patrons can stay in their seats and watch the spectacular show, then pivot in their chairs to watch the Rag Birds second performance.

Maritime kicks off Thursday at noon with the Harbor Beach Library’s annual book sale. The farmer’s market will be at 2 p.m. and Bocce on the Beach will run from 5 to 11 p.m.

Friday’s musical entertainment starts at 4:20 p.m. with the Hooligans playing on the tent stage. The Cornhole Tournament starts at 5 p.m., and the annual Dow Steak Fry will start at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds from the steak fry go for local charity.

Saturday’s activities include the Annual 5K Walk/Run, starting at 8 a.m. near the American

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Sunday, July 12. An ecumenical service will take place at 9:30 a.m., and Zion Lutheran School will sponsor the annual fish fry, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It has become very popular, so much in fact that they have been known to run out of fish. It is wise to come early.

The craft show on the Murphy Museum lawn will continue until 4 p.m. that day, and Dueling Pianos will perform at noon. Over the past few years, they have gathered a nice following. Their performance includes lots of music, singing and comedy. Come for the music. Stay for the laughs.

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Ubly Homecoming returns July 9 for another great year

By Chris Aldridge Tribune Staff Writer

UBLY — Organizers have laid out plans for the village’s four-day homecoming — and, as usual, most events are free or low-cost to attend.

Village-wide garage sales start Thursday morning, July 9, and continue throughout the weekend. Thursday, family night, includes an ice cream social, Kids Fun Run and a walking scavenger hunt for pre-teens and teens. Tractor pulls for kids and adults are on Friday and Saturday. The grand parade and live bands take the stage Sunday. There also will be mud a volleyball tournament.

“A lot of people like it,” said Steve Irvine, who is in his first year as homecoming committee president. “It’s kind of a reunion of such.”

A “reunion” that’s been going

annually for more than 20 years.

Irvine says Saturday will be one of the bigger days. As with Friday, that’s when tractor pulls start, at 1 p.m., and a semi pull.

“That’s kind of a big attraction,” Irvine said.

Cost to attend the tractor pull is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Adult ticket purchases also buy admission into the beer tent. The event is a fundraiser, and proceeds go to the Lions Club and Lioness Club, Community Club, VFW, Thumb Veterans Organization and Thumb Veterans Auxiliary.

The Homecoming 5K Run/ Walk starts at 8 a.m. Saturday at Village Park. The course has a combination of grass, gravel and blacktop surfaces along Ubly streets and finishes back at the park. For more information, costs and to register, visit www.ublyrun.com.

As part of Thursday’s family

night, a 3/4-mile Kids Fun Run starts at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 9.

Registration is at 5:30 p.m. at Village Park near the pavilion. The run is meant for kids ages four to 10. There’s an inflatable obstacle course at the end of the race.

Also for the youngsters, lineup for Saturday’s kiddie parade starts at 10:45 a.m. Entrants are entered into a bicycle giveaway following the parade. Irvine said Sunday’s grand parade has been a big draw. Lineup starts at 11 a.m. in the Gemini parking lot, with the parade getting underway at 12:30 p.m., after judging. After that, the FFA hosts a chicken barbecue.

For adults, the beer tent will open during the day Friday and Saturday, closing at 1 a.m. On tap will be domestic varieties like Budweiser. Cover charge is $3. For those feeling a little shaky afterward, Irvine said there will be TAT buses on site

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Rock band Trigger Happy takes the stage Saturday, with the polka band Benny Prill & Friends set for 6 p.m. Sunday.

Other festivities include

a talent show, the Ubly Fox Hunters’ Club will have outdoor activities, and firefighters will set up in Village Park.

The event closes at 9 p.m.

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Xpress’ tribute with the Soul of Motown.

“Every year, the crowd has been growing,” said Caseville Area Chamber of Commerce President Steve Louwers.

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“We probably estimate 1,000 people. ... (we) normally have really good attendance,” he added.

One of the reasons for such high attendance, Louwers said, is the coinciding triathlon that takes place on July 12. For the fourth consecutive year, Tri To Finish is bringing an event to the area, this year called Caseville Movin’ and Groovin’ Triathlon.

The triathlon includes a swim in Lake Huron, a bike course along the waterline

and more. But before athletes dive into the lake or take to the trails, they will have the opportunity to spend the previous night “groovin’” to the music of Motown — along with the expected crowd of locals and tourists.

“It’s a wonderful thing to do in the middle of the summer on the weekend,” Louwers said.

Later adding: “It’s going to be a fantastic tribute to Motown music.”

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HARBOR BEACH — Nearly everyone in the area would guess the Harbor Beach lighthouse is old, but few would actually know it was built in 1885. Celebration of its 130th birthday is set for July 18. It’s a birthday party that’s been in the works for nearly two years.

Guest speakers, authors, historians and artists from around the mid-west will be at the celebration. Lighthouserelated events will start at 10 a.m. and run throughout the day. They will culminate with

the lighting of the facility and with a fireworks display after dark.

The lighthouse’s light has not been in operation, nor has it been an aid to navigation, for several years. With radar, GPS and other navigational technology, most lighthouses have been blackened. The Harbor Beach Lighthouse Preservation Society has taken steps to end this the night of the celebration.

Through the generosity of more than 95 donors, the Society has raised over $65,000 to replace the original lens.

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PIGEON — Organizers are gearing up for another great Pigeon Summerfest.

This year’s festival is set for July 14-19.

A number of activities will lead up to this festival weekend, starting Tuesday, July 14, with a ladies golf tournament at 10 a.m. at Scenic Golf Course. This event is being organized by NorthStar Bank.

On Wednesday, July 15, a men’s golf tournament will be held at Scenic Golf Course, with the first tee off at 8 a.m., and the second at 1 p.m.

Thumb National Bank is organizing this event.

Thursday, July 16, kicks off a garage sale weekend, and it will include a L. J. Gascho Furniture sale from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 8308 Haist Road in Pigeon.

Sidewalk sales will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown. Also during these hours, there will be an art show, as well as a Thumb Area Quilters Guild show. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. that Thursday, the Pigeon District Library will hold a used book sale.

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to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at Recreation Park. The dinner is being sponsored by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. At 6 p.m. that evening, the church will sponsor a gospel music concert featuring The Calvarymen at the Pigeon Band Shell. Also that evening, there will be a burnout taking place at 7 p.m., and registration is set for 6:30 p.m. in the Recreation Park parking lot.

Garage sales, sidewalk sales, as well as the art show, book sale and the L. J. Gascho Furniture sale are scheduled to continue on Friday, July 17. Also on that day, there will be unique crafters in downtown and the Pigeon Farmers’ Market will be open. The Pigeon Historical Museum also will be open, though it’s scheduled to close at 4 p.m.

At 1 p.m., a kids town-wide scavenger hunt is set for that Friday, and it’s sponsored by Pigeon Hardware. Also that day, there will be a barbecue dinner by the Pigeon Lions Club in Recreation Park, starting at 4:30 p.m. and ending whenever the food is gone.

Later that evening, there will be entertainment at the Pigeon Band Shell from 6 to 9 p.m., including a concert by The Flashbacks. The festival’s queen crowning is set for 8 p.m., as is the crowning of the

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These little chicks stream through downtown Pigeon during last year’s grand parade. This year’s parade is at 11 a.m. July 18. (Tribune File Photo) prince and princess.

At 8:30 p.m. that Friday, there will be a Laker alumni co-ed softball tournament at Recreation Park.

The tournament will continue on Saturday, July 18, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Other events on Saturday include the Farmers’ Market, sidewalk sales, quilt show, historical museum open hours until 4 p.m., and book sale.

The Summerfest Grand Parade is scheduled to kick off at 11 a.m., and it will stream through downtown.

Also at 11 a.m., the Pigeon Rotary Club will host a chicken

barbecue at Recreation Park.

Starting at noon at the park, there will be inflatables open for kids until 9 p.m., and a petting zoo until 6 p.m.

In the Pigeon Band Shell, Sherry’s Dance Studio will perform a show at 12:30 p.m., and there will be a Step It Up dance performance at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. New to this year’s festival are dairy farm tours at Leipprandt Dairy. Bus pickups will take place at the band shell, leaving every half an hour between 2 and 4 p.m.

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The French made Fresnel lens was used in the lighthouse for 100 years. It has been removed and is now on display at the Grice House Museum in Harbor Beach.

Creation of the new Fresnel replication has been in progress for the past several years, built through the efforts of Dan Spinella at Artworks Florida.

With the replica in place, the Harbor Beach Lighthouse Preservation Society plans to light up the sky the night of July 18.

For the first time in years, the light will be turned on and the lighthouse awakening will be accentuated with a fireworks show/display.

The day-long celebration starts at 10 a.m. with lighthouse tours. A vessel carrying passengers to the lighthouse will run until 4 p.m.

Tours cost $20 and can be

booked online. Society member Heather Legatz reminds everyone lighthouse gifts are available at the marina.

“While in Harbor Beach visit the new Lighthouse Gift Shop located at the marina, the world’s smallest gift shop in the world’s greatest fresh water man-made harbor,” she said.

At 11 a.m., a non-motorized parade will stream through in downtown Harbor Beach (line-up is at 10:30 a.m.).

A lighthouse quilt show will run from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Harbor Beach Community House in downtown Harbor Beach.

Entertainers and speakers will be in the beach area of the Judge James H. Lincoln Park from noon to 5 p.m.

Some of these include Dennis Hale, Bob Kegerreis, Terry Pepper and Robert McGreevy.

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By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

BAD AXE — After being put on hold for a year, the Bad Axe Hatchet Festival is back and ready to go this July 23-25.

A dedicated group of local volunteers and chamber of commerce members have been working diligently since January to bring the festival back.

“We wanted to build off the success of our Sidewalk Sales event and try to make the Hatchet Festival bigger and better than ever,” said Ann Massey, owner of Jennie’s Boutique and event coordinator. “We wanted to focus on bringing back the festival in order to drive people to Bad Axe.” While the Hatchet Festival Committee is putting the finishing touches on the event, a good outline of what will be taking place has been put together. Once everything is finalized, Massey said the chamber will be making up a brochure complete with a map of event times and locations that will be available for people to pick up at businesses around town.

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During the three-day festival, which runs Thursday through Saturday, a handful of events will be running all three days. City-wide sidewalk sales at area businesses will be going the duration, as well as a library book sale, free swim at the Ameriway Inn & Suites, and during that time, drink specials will be offered at both Pete’s Bar and The Peppermill restaurant.

On Thursday, the Bill Denbrock Big Band will be playing at the city park.

Friday offers up a quilt show at the former Thumb Industries building downtown, a farmers’ market will take place at the First Presbyterian Church, an 80s Go Glow Carnival for families will be hosted by Longshot Lanes, gospel band Justified will be playing at City Park, a bocce ball tournament will be held outside of The Gathering Place, and a DJ will be playing at Frank’s Plaza to conclude the night.

Massey said Saturday will be the biggest of the three festival days, with activities across all age groups available.

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Also on that Saturday, there will be a kids pedal tractor pull at 2 p.m., with registration and weigh-in taking place at 1:30 p.m. A number of games are scheduled to start at 5 p.m. that Saturday, including a watermelon eating contest and candy treasure hunt. Also at 5 p.m., kids can visit Sparkles the Clown, who will do face painting, glitter tattoos and balloon tying until 8 p.m.

The annual Wing Fling Event is set to start at 5 p.m., and it will feature the prize winning chicken wings and a variety of other flavored wings and fries. The Sinclairs Band will perform from 5 to 9 p.m., and a wing eating contest is set for 7 p.m. Registration for the wing eating contest is set for 6:30 p.m., and it will take place in Recreation Park.

Those attending the Wing Fling Event will have a chance to win some money, as there is a $1,000 cash giveaway set for 8 p.m. If the winner is not present for the drawing, they’ll be ale to collect half of the giveaway money — so folks are encouraged to stick around for the evening.

Also at 6:30 p.m. that Saturday, there will be a mini tractor pull in the back of Recreation Park, and a fireworks show will take place at dusk. It will be accompanied by patriotic music in the Pigeon Band Shell.

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Vegas-style games a hit at Harbor Beach Catholic Parish festival Rich Harp For the Tribune

HARBOR BEACH — The Our Lady of Lake Huron Summer Festival should accomplish both of its goals this year; raise funds for their Catholic school and provide a weekend of fun for parishioners and area residents.

The church and school are part of the Holy Name of Mary Parish.

The weekend kicks off Friday,

July 24, with a Texas Hold’Em Tournament. It starts at 7 p.m. with registration an hour earlier. The buy-in is $50, and the refreshment tent will be open.

The festival goes into full swing on Saturday. The annual live auction begins at 10 a.m. and runs until all of the items are sold. The silent auction will run simultaneously, and goes from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Bingo starts at 2 p.m.

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Kawasaki Mule. According to committee member Karen Murphy it was a huge success.

“We sold every ticket,” she said.

A similar drawing will take place again this year. The prize for the drawing will be a 2015 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4. The group is working with Ray C’s the Extreme Store in Imlay City to put on this raffle. Tickets are $50 each, with a maximum of 300 tickets being sold. Murphy expects the tickets to be gone

permitting) will take place at 4:30 p.m. Afterward, another round of bingo begins and will run simultaneously with Vegas-style games. The popular bocce ball tournament starts at 6 p.m., and live entertainment by the Hooligans will run from 8 p.m. until midnight. They will play under the big tent with a dance floor provided for those who are inclined to boogie.

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As an added bonus, Paws, the mascot of the Detroit Tigers will be at the event. Paws will draw the winning ticket and present the prize to the winner. In addition, Paws will be around to meet and greet kids and adults, and to have his picture taken with them.

“Paws was a really big hit,” Murphy said. “He actually contacted us this year, and said he’d love to come back.”

Sunday’s activities begin with an outdoor mass at 10:30 a.m., weather permitting. Afterward, the fun starts again. Vegasstyle games start at 11:30 a.m.

A chicken and pork buffet dinner starts at noon, catered by Al’s Restaurant. In past years, the demand was greater than the supply. Be warned, those who want a finger-licking good dinner should come early.

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Kids of all ages are invited to compete with a pedal tractor, weighted according to age groups. As usual, food, snacks and beverages will be available to kids and adults throughout the day for a nominal fee.

Murphy reminds everyone the festival is to support the school. Our Lady Of Lake Huron Catholic School registered an enrollment of 105 students last year. As an added bonus for parents and grandparents, a colorful photograph of the entire 2014-15 class will be on sale during the festival. Proceeds from the photograph will be used to help fund the school.

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Iron Hatchet takes off July 25 at new location

By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

BAD AXE — Over 20 obstacles including mud pits, dumpster dives and hay bales await participants of this year’s Iron Hatchet Extreme 5K race put on July 25 by Huron Medical Center.

“You have the opportunity to get wet and get muddy, have a lot of fun and test your skills,” said HMC director of marketing Terry Atwell. “It’s kind of a neat thing — it’s for the beginner that wants to just come and have fun, to the athlete that wants to be competitive and prove their skills and beat their scores from previous years.”

In its fourth year of existence, the unique event for adventurers and fitness

enthusiasts will boast a few changes this year.

The main change will be the move to its new location at the area behind and in between the Goodwill and Kmart buildings off of North Van Dyke Road on the north end of town. The Huron County Fairgrounds had been the location the past three years.

The race is being run in conjunction with the Bad Axe Hatchet Festival, which takes place July 23-25.

Atwell said the move was made because the Huron Community Fair will be in town starting that weekend.

Aside from the location, also new to this year’s event will be some different obstacles to challenge racers.

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BAD AXE — It’s not too early to begin making plans for the 2015 Huron Community Fair.

This year the Huron Community Fair will be held July 26 to Aug. 1, which runs the last week of July.

For more information about this year’s fair, see Page 5. For all the latest information pertaining to the fairm visit www. huroncommunityfair.com.

As for those planning to have exhibits at the fair, the 2015 Fairbook – 4-H Youth Division, Entry Form Premium Statement, Rabbit Premium Form, Small Livestock

Association Form, Junior Livestock Association Form, and 4-H & FFA Fair Schedule have been revised and are available at www.huroncommunityfair.com.

All youth members must be 5-19 years of age by Dec. 31 to exhibit at the Huron Community Fair, except for exhibitors in the Special Education section.

All Huron Community Fair Entry Forms – Premium Statements must be complete with address and exhibitor number and turned into the Fair Office, Fairgrounds, or mailed to P.O. Box 52, Ruth MI, 48470 before 6 p.m. on Friday, June 30, along

with the $5 annual administrative fee. A $10 late fee will be applied after the June 30 deadline.

For your convenience, the Fair Office will be open to drop off your Fair Entry Forms - Premium Statements from noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 26, Monday, June 29 or Tuesday.

For additional information, contact Linda Schumacher, Huron Community Fair Youth Advisor at schumacl@yahoo. com or 989.864.3210.

Also, organizers are seeking 4-H projects from 1985 or older to display during the Huron Community Fair in the 4-H Building.

Aug. 7-9 marks Deckerville Homecoming

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

DECKERVILLE — This year, the Deckerville Homecoming takes place Aug. 7-9. Although festivities will happen around town, the place to be is Wilson Park. If one can’t find something to do there, they don’t know what homecoming fun is.

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said everything kicks off Friday night (Aug. 7) at 5 p.m. with the annual tractor pull at Wilson Park. The pull is one of the big draws at the homecoming.

After the tractor pull, the annual fireworks is scheduled at Deckerville Public School.

The homecoming committee has a surprise for those waiting at the show.

“One new thing on Friday is at 9:30 p.m., prior to the fire-

works,” said President Kerry Regentin.

The group will introduce Sunshine Fire Entertainment.

“They’re fire performers,” Kerry Regentin said. “They eat fire, they dance, and they perform with fire-wands. We’ll have signs directing people to the locations.”

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“It should be real fun for everybody, from kids to adults,” Atwell said. “We have new obstacles for both.”

Atwell said participation in the run has been consistent the past few years at around 170 — and officials are expecting the same or better this year with the change in date from June to July.

Scheduled during the event will be the Tiny Tomahawk 1-Mile Run for kids 12 years old and younger, which costs $15, while the Individual Iron

Hatchet 5K is $40 and Team Iron Hatchet 5K is $140.

Various team and individual divisions also exist for runners to take aim at winning. All participants will receive a T-shirt and medal, while prizes are awarded to first through third places in each individual and team category.

Registration runs from 8 to 9 a.m., with the kids race beginning at 9 a.m., individuals at 10 a.m. and teams at 10:30 a.m.

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for event participants, so come to the Goodwill parking lot and you will be directed to the area.

Atwell said the camaraderie between participants, volunteers and spectators help set this race apart from others.

“What’s really cool is watching everyone challenge each other to kind of keep going and get through the obstacles,” she said.

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The Catholic Churches of Huron & Northern Sanilac Counties

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Cheeseburger in Caseville enters its 17th year

By Casey Johnson Tribune Staff Writer

CASEVILLE — The Cheeseburger Festival is back for its 17th year, and organizers

expect the 10-day celebration to be just as popular as ever.

“Once again it’s going to be better and bigger than years past,” said Steve Louwers, president of the Caseville Area Chamber of

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While plans for the festival — which runs from Aug. 14 to 23 — are still in the works, Louwers said there are some certainties when it comes to

this year’s schedule. Such as Kid’s Day, the annual Parade of Tropical Fools and of course, live entertainment.

“We’ve got at least five or six new bands coming this year,”

Louwers said, including Jimmy and the Parrots from New Jersey — “one of the biggest buffet tribute bands.”

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Louwers, in his 13th year helping to organize the 10-day festival, says those watching will see, as usual, parrots, pirates and flamingoes, with floats generally themed anything “pertaining to fun and enjoying life.”

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As for the parade, they hope to add some new faces to the “fools.”

“We aim to continue increasing the attendance of the Parade,” Louwers said. “Not just

from the standpoint of the people, but from the floats.”

While there will be plenty of new aspects, there also will be plenty of returning attractions.

The Laser Light Show will be

back for the first weekend as well as a military tribute.

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Cars of all ages and descriptions will line the street. Any car buff should hang around after the parade to take a trip through auto heaven.

At the same time, things will continue jumping at Wilson Park. The 13th annual Idol Contest, which is open to all ages, will start at 1:30 p.m. And, as usual, a horseshoe contest will take place at the park.

Mud volleyball is one of the biggest events to take place at Wilson. If last year’s event is any indication of this year’s contest, it will be maxed-out. Dozens of teams are expected to roll in the mud. They’ll vie for prizes and for bragging rights.

“They start early morning and go until late afternoon,” Kerry Regentin said.

And don’t think for a

moment that children will be left out. The park will be filled with things for them to do.

The animal petting zoo will return, and it should prove to be another big hit. Perhaps the biggest drawing card will be the clown show.

“There’s always a lot of kids for that,” Kerry Regentin said.

Clowns will be perform magical tricks and create balloon art for the kids. They also will be on hand to paint faces with colorful artistic designs. And if these things aren’t enough, there will be a number of inflatables for the youngsters to enjoy.

Saturday rounds out with entertainment at the park.

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“They’re fairly popular in the Detroit area,” Kerry Regentin.

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Louwers said. “We came up with an idea 17 years ago when it started and it’s all about having fun. Everybody needs to experience it at least one time — because when they do, they all come back.”

Louwers said a schedule of events should soon be finalized, and posted on www.cheeseburgerincasevillefest.com.

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DECKERVILLE: Homecoming to feature music, parade, games and more Saturday will prove to be the busiest day of the homecoming. In years past, the Grand Parade has drawn huge crows along the shopping district of the town. This year should be no different. The Grand Parade’s theme this year is Honoring a Classy Cop with Classic Cop TV Shows. In essence, it will honor Deckerville’s retiring police chief, Tim Torp. Torp will be the grand marshal for this year’s parade.

Pets, classic vehicles, floats, unusually-designed vehicles, and clowns are scheduled to walk the parade route. Prizes will be awarded for floats that are the funniest, most original and that best follow the theme.

As soon as the parade is over, the annual car show will begin along the parade route.

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PORT HOPE — Port Hope’s August festival is commonly known for its antiques, bean soup, and collectables — hence the name ABC Day. It could just as well be called ABC and F day as food is a major player in the day long festival. As usual, the event will take place on the third Saturday of August. This year that date is Aug. 15.

Bean soup will be sold at the Port Hope Hotel. At press time, it also was expected to be sold on the street as a fundraiser.

But soup is just the tip of the iceberg. Those coming to the event with an empty stomach will have no reason to leave that way.

Popcorn and hot dogs will be available to visitors as they travel up and down the streets.

Elephant ears as well as homemade donuts will permeate

the air. Some of the food will be sold for a nominal fee, but much will be given by area merchants to promote the village. The Chill Zone (ice cream shop) will be open for business with some of the best ice cream treats in Huron County.

The Port Hope Chamber of Commerce has sent invitations to all of the usual vendors and performers, although they all have a standing invitation to return.

Festival committee president Elaine Reinke said the Eastern Michigan Music Makers have been invited and are expected to perform. For years, they have attended the festival to the delight of those watching their performances.

A fun attraction for children will be tours of the Port Hope Fire Station.

“The fire station will be open and the kids can climb on the trucks,” Reinke said.

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“It’ll be much like last year,” added Port Hope Fire Chief Gary Schave.

He went on to say the firefighters will give different demonstrations. One of the most fascinating demos for children to watch is when the firefighters shoot large streams of water with their water cannons.

This year, the annual Yard Sale Trail will take place the same weekend as the ABC Day. The trail starts in the Port Huron area and extends around the thumb along M-25.

Merchants expect the village to be packed with visitors.

Perhaps the most fun item for kids, parents and grandparents is to tour the town’s 19th Century jail house. Reinke said there were fewer people visiting the jail than usual last year due to the rain. Organizers are hoping for better weather this year, so folks can check out this unique experience.

“It’s neat,” Reinke said. “It’s a favorite of parents and grandparents to photograph the kids.”

As with many things in Port Hope that weekend, the jail tour is free. Free admission even extends to wagon rides around town.

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Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival coming soon A volunteer helps cook fish during last year’s Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival.

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Parisville Catholic church festival planned for Aug. 16

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

PARISVILLE — With the merger of churches and parishes, the Parisville Catholic church festival has had a couple name changes over the past couple years. Although the name of the festival may be different this year, the fun remains the same.

The Saint Isidore Parish Summer Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 16. As usual, it will be held on the grounds of the St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Fun starts at noon and runs until 9:30 p.m. Rain or shine, the festival will continue. Patrons will be protected from any less-than-favorable elements by a large, circus-type tent, smaller tents, a pavilion and the former school.

The festivities kick off

with a Polka Mass at 11 a.m.

Immediately after the mass, the annual chicken and ham buffet dinner will take place in the former school, and it will continue until 5 p.m. For decades the dinner has been famous around the county.

Take-outs are available.

Much of the meal will have a Polish style flare. “(It is) the oldest Polish settlement in the U.S.A. where so much history is present,” said Kitchen Supervisor Patricia Vogel.

Vogel gives credit for its success to longtime cooks, Beatrice Kubacki and Gloria Smalley. Combined, the trio has been cooking the annual dinners for nearly 100 years.

With that type of experience in the kitchen, one would expect nothing but the best.

Although the dinner is a major drawing card, it is far

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from being the only event of the day. The dance tent (pavilion) will hold a bevy of activity from 1 until 9:30 p.m. Jolly Zuk will make its debut that afternoon and will play intermittently with The Diddle Styx. Diddle Styx premiered their talent last year,

and they were such a hit they were invited back for the second time.

As usual, black jack and bingo will draw large crowds, and adult beverages will be on hand. For those liking team competitions, a horseshoe tournament will take place on the grounds. In addition, there will be a novelty shop, sweet shop, and concession stands.

A flea market and farmer’s market will also be available under the giant circus tent.

Last year, thousands of items were offered at this venue. If a person is prone to browsing, they may be under the tent for hours.

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“The donkey drop is a great hit,” she said.

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For those unfamiliar with the donkey drop, it involves a small corral with numbered, bingo-like squares created on the ground. A donkey is led into the corral and left unattended. Wagers are placed as to which squares will be filled by the donkey. Wherever the creature relieves itself determines the winner. BINGO! While adults are enjoying themselves with a plethora of activities, kids can enjoy their own. A barrel train will be available to give rides to the children. They can also enjoy an assortment of inflatables.

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PARADE: Calling on all tropical fools to come to Caseville for annual parade on Aug. 19 From 26

“It’s 10 days of fun and everybody’s a kid,” he said.

New for this year will be a performance from the Petoskey Steel Drum Band, a group of about 30 students who blend Caribbean steel drum music with contemporary tunes. They will perform not only the day of the parade, but in the parade, too, Louwers said. After the parade, New Jersey-based Jimmy & the Parrots will take the stage in the park.

Organizing the Thumb’s biggest draw is a task, to say the least. It’s not run by a committee, like many other festivals around the state. Instead, the Chamber of Commerce and volunteers handle plans and “nobody gets paid,” Louwers said.

“It’s a lot of work,” he said.

It’s also a challenge to keep the “fools” in line.

Officials last year reported 16 misdemeanors were issued during the 10-day event, with

charges ranging from disorderly conduct, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, assault and domestic dispute. That number was down, however, from the previous year and nearly halved compared to the 30 arrests made in 2012.

During the last 10 years, Louwers says organizers have tried to maintain the festival’s family-oriented image, in part with the Chamber spending extra money for local enforcement — some 70 to 80 members of

the sheriff’s office are called in to patrol, from deputies to officers in the marine division and even border patrol.

“By doing that, it helps keep down incidents that could happen,” he said.

And what would a Thumb festival be without a tractor pull? Well, it’d be Cheeseburger in Caseville — their version is a tractor pulling a 20-foot cheeseburger.

“They’re not tractors; they’re well built, themed floats,” Lou-

wers said. “That’s what makes our parade different from other parades in the Thumb.”

Louwers said the parade is still growing after all the years, boosted in part by cash prizes for floats.

“We take a lot of pride in the parade and the festival,” he said.

Grand marshals will again be Johnny Burke and Blondie from 96.1 WHNN. Expect to leave with plenty of candy and beads.

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