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Blessing of the Fleet part of local Memorial Day events

By Casey Johnson Tribune Staff Writer

UPPER THUMB — ­T he Blessing of the Fleet may be a centuries old tradition practiced around the world, but in the nautical town of Caseville, nothing could be

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The blessing doesn’t have to be administered in conjunction with Memorial Day, but assistant harbor master Frank Garner said the timing couldn’t be better.

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“The season opens May 24, and goes until Oct. 18,” said Joyce Stanek, of the Port Austin Area Chamber of Commerce, who has been involved with the farmer’s market since its inception. “The posted hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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One of its biggest draws is that it is a farmer’s market — and more.

In addition to the typical food and garden products that are expected at a farmer’s market, visitors are treated to a wide variety of arts, crafts and other handmade items.

The success of the Port Austin Farmer’s Market comes from its extraordinary organization, both from the standpoint of helping vendors set up their tents to maintaining a courteous flow of foot traffic.

Booth space is only $10, which makes it exceedingly attractive to vendors, and the variety of items available for purchase makes it a one-stop shopping experience for even the most discerning buyer.

The market has more than 1,000 registered vendors — vendors must preregister and fill out an application in order to set up and sell their wares.

The Port Austin Farmer’s Market has a variety of special days planned for 2014, including entertainment and something for the kids.

“We have music on some weekends,” Stanek said. “The ones that are confirmed are May 24, when the Spring Street Boys are playing. They’ll also be there on Aug. 23 and Aug. 30. Our annual Kids’ Day is on June 21.”

Kid’s Day is a fun-filled extravaganza. The Maplewood Farms Petting Zoo will be on hand, as well as the Port Austin Fire Department showing kids how their equipment works.

“The Huron Medical Center has their safety bike helmet fitting,” Stanek said. “They give away bike

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There also will be face painting and animal balloons.

“The Port Austin Stompers will be dancing and showing off their hula-hoop skills,” Stanek added.

“There will also be inflatables, like slides and an obstacle course.

There will be a free drawing — giving away bikes and baskets with toys. The prizes for the drawing are donated mostly by the Huron Medical Center — the Port Austin Community Players donate hulahoops, and some other prizes.”

The farmer’s market attracts thousands of visitors on a typical summer Saturday — significantly more on holiday weekends. On

some Saturdays, for no charge, vendors and customers alike can have their blood pressure checked, and Knoblock Riding Stables periodically provides free horse-drawn wagon rides. There are picnic tables and benches available for people to sit down and eat their lunch, or simply relax and enjoy the market’s ambiance. There also are wheel chairs available, as a courtesy.

The number of people who attend this well-organized event continues to increase year after year. It has proven to be beneficial for Port Austin and Huron County in general.

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“We do it like a dual thing with Memorial Day,” he said. The ceremony typically takes place at the beginning of boating season, which for many visitors and natives, will be Memorial Day weekend.

“It’s one of the first events we do in Caseville around the harbor,” Garner said, and it’s no small event.

In previous years the ceremony has drawn prominent community leaders such as State

Rep. Terry Brown, D-Pigeon.

And Huron County Sheriff Kelly J. Hanson normally speaks “on the boaters’ behalf for a safe summer.”

In honor of Memorial Day, the Caseville American Legion will arrive decked in full uniform to perform a ritual and fire their guns in salute to fallen veterans. The Caseville Public High School band will provide music as well.

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ther celebrated through the main speaker. Pastor Timothy Loehrke of Cross Lutheran Church will conduct the blessing.

Loehrke is a veteran with the U.S. Coast Guard.

“That’s why we picked him,” Garner said.

The ceremony is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the Caseville Municipal Harbor and anyone is welcome.

“We encourage boaters to come over and tie up at our docks,” Garner said. “That’s kind of what the Blessing of the Fleet is all about.”

Other Memorial Day events include: • Memorial Day Ceremony at noon at Veterans Waterfront Park in Port Austin. Call 989-739-1223.

• The 14th annual Blessing of the Fleet at 9:30 a.m. Caseville Municipal Harbor.

• Port Hope Memorial Day Parade at 11 a.m.

• Harbor Beach Memorial Day Parade beginning at 10 a.m. at the followed by a service at the Veteran’s Memorial next to the Community House.

This event is sponsored by the American Legion and VFW Post No. 9344.

The Bad Axe Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10 a.m.

Saturday, May 24, at the Franklin Inn, and end at the courthouse with a ceremony at the Memorial Wall. There will be concessions and other activities.

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UPPER THUMB — Area residents and visitors are looking for things to do this summer. Due to a prolonged, difficult winter, and a slow-in-coming spring, people are ready to get out and about. Many festivals and events are beckoning, including the Thumb Artists Studio Tour, which has become a destination for art lovers in Huron County, and beyond, for more than a decade. As in past years, the studio tour will take place on the third weekend in June.

The Thumb Artists Studio Tour is different from other art shows.

Instead of artists traveling to a predetermined location, setting up tents and displaying their work, they open their studios to visitors.

In this way, art lovers and anyone else who chooses to do so, is invited to travel from studio to studio and see what each artist has been up to. Some locations feature a demonstration of how the artists creates their work.

This year marks the eighth annual Thumb Artists Studio Tour.

It has grown Caro over the years — there were only eight artists 415 Biebel Rd. the first year, and the tour went from (M-24 North) Port Austin to Caseville.

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in Caseville, and Mermaid’s Cove, in Port Austin. In addition, two artists will be featured at The Lodge at Oak Pointe, a beautiful Bed & Breakfast a few miles east of Caseville.

The idea for a studio tour in Huron County was the brainchild of Laurie Conger of Port Austin, who is a pottery artist. She participated in a similar event in the Port Huron area and recognized the feasibility of such a tour in Huron County.

What started with a few artists in the Caseville/Port Austin area now includes artists who come from Port Huron, Bay City, Cass City and Caro, as well as Harbor Beach, Port Austin, Caseville and Bay Port. While some artists are new to the tour, others have been in every Thumb Artists Studio Tour.

“All our sites are along M-25,” said Laurie Conger, founder of the event. “It’s a beautiful drive, and you get to see the lake every now and then.”

Even though the logistics of a studio tour differ from a traditional art show, the quality is the same. Visitors who take the tour will see a wide variety of artistic Bad Axe work, including pottery, wooden Beach bowls,1314 jewelry, Sand photography, glass work, recycled art, ceramic tiles, 989-269-9249 paintings, mosaics, garden art and more. All theReese artists will be on hand to answer questions about 9952 Saginaw their craft.

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PORT AUSTIN — The traditional start to the summer season — Memorial Weekend — is nearly here. It’s a time for fun, frolic and frivolity. Residents and visitors alike are looking for relief from the seemingly-never-ending-winterslow-to-establish-itself-spring.

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Nature center packed with summer fun

By Bill Diller For the Tribune

HURON COUNTY — The Huron County Nature Center is going to be a busy place this summer. It has offered a series of educational programs for more than a decade, and this year will be no exception. Nearly every weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and beyond, will find the nature center crawling with wildlife of all sorts — along with people on hand to see nature-related programs intended to educate and entertain.

Located at 3336 Loosemore Road — a quarter mile south of M-25, and then a quarter mile east of Oak Beach Road, midway between Port Austin and Caseville — the Huron County Nature Center kicks off its season on Memorial Weekend with the Lady’s Slipper Festival. There will be food, fun and entertainment throughout the festival, as well as arts and crafts, and food vendors.

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Joe Rogers, with his Birds of Prey program, has proven to be one of the most popular summer educational programs at the Huron County Nature Center.

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From 8 In recent years, birdhouse building has become a popular attraction at the festival. Children are assisted by volunteers in building their own birdhouse, which they can then take home. All that’s asked is that the child bring a food item for a local food pantry. There are a limited number of kits available, so come early. During the festival, which goes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 24, and from noon to 5 p.m. May 25, you can walk the trails and visit the nature center gift shop, which will be open throughout the festival/the remainder of the summer, and the gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and from noon until 3 p.m. Sunday.

On subsequent Saturdays in June, nature center visitors can learn how honey is made from local beekeeper, Ted Falkenburg; receive gardening tips from Josh Roggenbuck of The Flower Farm in Bad Axe; and get up close and personal with a farm animal petting zoo. July educational programs begin with what has proven to be one of the most popular programs at the nature center: Joe Rogers returns with his Birds of Prey, which features owls, hawks, eagles and more. The following weekends feature programs

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end in July, there will be a program new to the Huron County Nature Center called The Great Bug Hunt, where naturalist Janea Little will lead a search and identify hike for butterflies throughout the nature center.

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Iron Hatchet Extreme 5K is scheduled for June 7

By Seth Stapleton Tribune Staff Writer

BAD AXE — If you’re looking to get dirty, or you didn’t get dirty enough at last year’s event, organizers of the Iron Hatchet Extreme 5K are promising more obstacles, more water, and of course, more mud in 2014.

Put on by Huron Medical Center, with help from countless volunteers, the event prides itself on taking input from its par-

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ticipants and making changes to improve the experience. Last year, a total of 140 runners participated in the event, which was comprised of 35 adults, 25 children and 20 four-person teams.

“I think it went well,” said Terry Atwell, HMC director of marketing, of last year’s race. “We received some good feedback from the participants, so we’re going to be making some changes this year.”

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thing different, and get wet and muddy.”

For those interested, the race takes place June 7. Check-in is set for 8 to 9 a.m. with the kids race at 9 a.m., individuals at 10 a.m. and teams at 10:30 a.m.

The Tiny Tomahawk 1-Mile Run for kids 12 years old and younger 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.

For more information on the Iron Hatchet Extreme 5K race, or to sign up, visit www.huronmedical-center.org.

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Birding on the Bay. They will give pointers on bird watching, and point out some of the many birds you can see at the nature center.

The following weekend Jim and Carol McGrath return to present a program on Michigan Frogs.

This is followed on Aug. 16 by a program on Invasive Species, presented by a representative of the Department of Natural Resources from Port Crescent State Park. On Aug. 24, Jane Little returns for the second round of The Great Bug Hunt. This time the naturalist will lead visitors on a search and identification trek looking for insects.

The last Saturday in August, which is Labor Day Weekend, nature center visitors will be treated to a program on Bats of the World by the Organization for Bat Conservation. After Labor Day, on Sept. 6, the educational program schedule concludes with Mushroom Identification. Dr. Ralph Czerepinski will teach visitors

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Without getting too specific, Atwell gave a few hints as to what runners could expect, including adding a few more obstacles, but spacing them out better to add more run time between them.

The biggest change this year, however, will be the path of the course. Previously, the course had been entirely inside the Huron County Fairgrounds, but this year it will branch out to include a portion of city property.

Atwell pointed out that the race will still begin and end in the fairgrounds though.

“It’s going to be new and improved this year,” Atwell said.

“You’re going to get wet and muddy, and it’s a lot of fun.”

The Iron Hatchet offers hills, water, tires, slides, walls and mud as challenges to participants throughout the course. Atwell said while it may sound grueling — and it can be — the race is really for everyone.

“It’s for anybody, from the beginner to the advanced,” she said. “It is a timed run, but some people just participate to have fun. It’s really geared for anyone.

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The trail system at the nature center is open from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year. All programs except the Lady’s Slipper Festival begin at 10:30 am. There is no charge for any of these programs.

However, the nature center relies solely on donations. As its services to the community increase, so does its operating expenses.

Donations to the nature center will help maintain the gift shop, visitor center and trail system, and educational programs. For more information, call 989-551-8400, or visit www.huronnaturecenter.org.

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Historical Society of Caseville President Harold Hoelzle (right) and historical society member Rich Bass sit in a 1900’s parlor display in the Historical Society of Caseville Museum. The parlor is a special display set up by members of the historical society, and will remain in place throughout the year. Visitors at the Ice Cream Social can view the display while they enjoy their ice cream sundae.

May 25 ice cream social in Caseville

By Bill Diller For the Tribune

CASEVILLE — The former Maccabees Hall, located at 6733 Prospect St., in Caseville, one block off M-25, is now the site of the Historical Society of Caseville Museum.

Normal hours of operation are Wednesday thru Saturday, from noon until 4:30 p.m.

The museum is staffed by volunteers from the Historical Society of Caseville, and is open year round.

The building has undergone significant renovations over the years, and the museum is now home to hundreds of display items depicting life in the Caseville area in bygone days.

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Artists Laurie Conger, Dave Thuemmel and Lynne Wiencek are in Mermaid’s Cove, an art store in Port Austin that is starting its second year.

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PORT AUSTIN — Several artists and groups boast a series of events that bring culture to the Thumb area. Some strive to make their work available by renting space at art and craft shows. Others prefer to have a more permanent way to offer their creations to the public. That’s where Mermaid’s Cove comes in.

Entering its second year, the art store, located at 8637 Lake St., in downtown Port Austin, had a successful year in 2013. Five artists — potters Laurie Conger of Port Austin and Deb Maxwell of Kimball, and wood turner Dave Thuemmel, jew-

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eler Lynne Wiencek, and ceramic artist Donna McCatty, all of Port Austin — collaborated to make the store an attraction for visitors and residents alike.

This year, they have been joined by nature photographer Bill Diller of Caseville, to offer a wide variety of artistic works that are sure to please. All six are members of the Thumb Arts Guild and take part in the Thumb Artists Studio Tour.

Mermaid’s Cove also will carry the work of local and regional artists.

Such as the Amish rugs of Amanda Kemp, handmade baskets by Barb Murray, wire baskets by Candy Paeth, watercolors and acrylic paintings by John Henry, the glass work of Lynn Dinning, fused glass and mixed media work by Mimi Nicols, Bee Lovely Botanicals by See mermaid’s cove • 16

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There are photographs, implements and documents from Caseville’s past that are sure to pique the interest of nearly everyone.

The climate-controlled museum is used for meetings and

special events throughout the year. It also will be a stopover for bicyclists during the Tour di Lago, which takes place on June 21, and will become the Cheeseburger Museum from Aug. 8 through 17, during

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The historical society’s traditional kickoff to summer takes place on Sunday, May 25, from 1 to 3 p.m., when hundreds of people will flock to the museum for an old fashioned Ice Cream Social.

This year marks the ninth year for the Historical Society of Caseville’s Ice Cream Social.

It has become a must-attend for residents and visitors alike over the Memorial Weekend.

“It’s a fund raiser, but we also look at it as a social event for the community,” said Harold Hoelzle, president of the Historical Society of Caseville. “We have people come back year after year after year.”

The event is called a social for a good reason — it is an opportunity to visit with neighbors and friends while enjoying a scrumptious ice cream sundae.

“We have a whole variety of toppings that are typical for a sun-

dae,” Hoelzle said. “Toppings include strawberries, chocolate sauce, peanuts, sprinkles and whipped cream, all topped by a cherry.”

Hundreds of people typically attend the Ice Cream Social.

“We plan for 300 each year,” Hoelzle said. “We’re usually short of that, but a couple of years, we’ve come close.”

According to their records, they served 179 ice cream sundaes in 2013.

“We get a lot of new people each year,” Hoelzle said. “We also get people who set that day aside for the family.”

The ice cream social also serves as an opportunity for the Historical Society of Caseville to show off its museum. Most of the people who come for a sundae take the time to browse the displays, making comments and envisioning life in the olden days.

Each year, members of the historical society set aside a por-

tion of the museum as a special period display.

This year, a corner of the museum has become an early 1900s parlor, complete with furniture and other items relevant to that time period.

The museum is sure to hold something of interest for everyone from age 8 to 80, and beyond.

Be sure and set aside the time to see what the Historical Society of Caseville has accomplished in their renovation of the former Maccabee Hall — along with enjoying a sundae and visiting with fellow ice cream lovers.

Tickets are available at the door for the Ice Cream Social. The cost is $4 for adults and $2 for children ages 12 and under. Proceeds will benefit the Historical Society of Caseville.

For more information about the Historical Society of Caseville, its museum or events, visit www. thehchs.org/Caseville, or call 989856-9090.

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One of the teachers whose art is featured at Artistic Endeavors Gallery is Danielle Laming of Cass City Junior/Senior High School.

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CASS CITY — For many years, artists in the Cass City area discussed the possibility of opening an art gallery in their town.

They worked hard to make it happen, and on Sept. 14, 2012, Artistic Endeavors Art Gallery opened its doors. The gallery has proven to be a boon, and a haven for artists

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in and around Cass City.

Each month a new artist is featured. For May, 2014, that artist will be Mimi Nicol, of Cass City. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Design from Michigan State University, and has parlayed that into a successful fifteen year career as an interior designer. In addition to working with her husband in their custom door and window business, Nicol is

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the President of the Cass City Arts Council. She displays her creations at Artistic Endeavors and at art & craft shows in the area. She works in glass, does watercolor painting, drawings, and creates altered art, whereby she ‘repurposes’ common, everyday objects into creative works of art.

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She also does commission glass pieces.

Nicol said, “The scope of the work is entitled, ‘An Artist’s Voice in Three Dimensional Glass Art Forms.’ I feel an artist’s mission, like an author’s or musician’s voice, should convey thoughts, concerns, and social awareness. My concerns are to bring attention of the world around us, and what changes we as individuals need to make it safe for our future genera-

tions.”

Artistic Endeavors Art Gallery is located at 6358 Main St. in Cass City.

Nicol’s art will remain on display throughout the month of May as Artistic Endeavors featured artist.

For more information about Artistic Endeavors Art Gallery, v i s i t t h e g a l l e r y ’s F a c e b o o k p a g e a t w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / ArtisticEndeavorsArtGallery/info, or call 989-872-1596.

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Jodie Kielisjewski, fiber artwork by Diane Clabuesch, the photography of Stephanie Hume, poetry books by Jane Mayes, watercolors by Donna Rupersburg, knitted scarfs

by Kay Osterland, wine bottle holders by John Thompson, wooden signs by Terena Pink, and the jewelry of Sandy Kinney.

Having a store was a labor of love, and the culmination of a dream for the artists involved. Mermaid’s Cove offers a wide variety of handmade and Michigan-made items.

All the artwork in the store is decorative, and much of it is functional, as well. The artisans

involved pride themselves on offering quality merchandise that is unique — handmade items don’t look like run-of-the-mill, cookie-cutter, factory-made items. The artwork offered in Mermaid’s Cove has a certain panache that can’t be mass produced.

At this time, Mermaid’s Cove has been scheduled to be open from noon to 5 p.m. On Memorial Weekend, and for the remainder of the summer, the hours will expand. Visit www. facebook.com/mermaidscove.portaustin for updates on store hours. For more information about Mermaid’s Cove, call 989-551-9446.

St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church School & Preschool (Wisconsin Ev. Lutheran Synod)

Rev. James A. Gorsegner, Pastor

7369 Berne Rd. Pigeon, MI 48755 989-453-2202 Worship: Sundays at 9 AM

The Catholic Churches of Huron & northern Sanilac counties invite you to worship with them this summer and throughout the coming years. For your convenience the new parish names and worship schedules are listed together on this page.

HOLY NAME OF MARY PARISH (989) 479-3393 • hnomp@yahoo.com Our Lady of Lake Huron 413 S. First St. • Harbor Beach, MI 48441 Sat. 4:30pm • Sun. 8:30am St. Anthony 8233 Helena Rd. • Helena, MI 48441 Sun. 10:30am

ST. ISIDORE PARISH

(989) 864-3523 St. Mary 4190 Parisville Rd. • Ruth, MI 48470 Sat. 7:00pm • Sun. 8:30am St. Patrick 1801 Palms Rd. • Palms, MI 48465 Sun. 10:00am

HOLY APOSTLES PARISH

(989) 864-3649 SS. Peter & Paul 7115 E. Atwater Rd. • Ruth, MI 48470 Sat. 4:00pm • Sun. 10:30am St. John Chrysostom M-25 • Forestville, MI 48469 Sun. 8:30am (seasonal)

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(989) 738-7521 annunciationparish@centurytel.net annunciationofthelordparish.weebly.com St. Michael 8661 Independence Ave. Port Austin, MI 48467 Sat. 4:00pm • Sun. 10:30am St. Mary 1709 Moeller Rd. • Kinde, MI 48445 Sun. 8:30am

(989) 658-8824 St. John 4470 Washington • Ubly, MI Sat. 5:00pm (4pm after 10/1) St. Joseph 4960 N. Ubly Rd. • Argyle, MI 48410 Sun. 8:30am St. Columbkille 3031 McAlpin Rd. • Sheridan Twp. Ubly, MI 48475 Sun. 10:30am

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(989) 856-4953 St. Roch Church 6253 Main St., Caseville, MI 48725 Sat. 5.00pm • Sun. 8.30am St. Francis Borgia Church 25 Moeller St. • Pigeon, MI 48755 Sun. 10.30am

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Fortunately, there is relief just around the corner in the form of an assortment of special events, including the Thumb Arts Guild’s Annual Spring Show.

The Thumb Arts Guild (TAG) will hold its annual Spring Art Show and Exhibit from 10 a.m.

until 4 p.m. Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25, at the old school gym, which is located between Line and Arch streets, one block south of West Spring Street in Port Austin.

TAG’s Spring Art Show features a variety of artistic works,

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The Thumb Arts Guild is a non-profit organization that was established in June 2001. Over the years, their membership has grown to include artists and art lovers from throughout the state.

TAG’s mission is: “The enrichment of life through active promotion and encouragement of art making and the appreciation of all phases of the arts.

As Guild members who believe the arts to be essential to a complete life, we will work to incorporate the arts into the public experience and develop artistic self-realization through opportunities for growth.”

In order to meet the provisions of their mission statement, the Thumb Arts Guild sponsors a variety of events throughout the year. The Spring Show and Exhibit is their first event of the season.

The Guild’s largest event, Art in the Park, takes place at Gallup Park, in Port Austin, on Labor Day Weekend.

The night before Art in the Park, TAG throws a Preview Party where the public can meet the artists for the upcoming art show, and take part in a silent auction consisting of artwork donated by participating artists.

The Thumb Arts Guild also has a show early in December called Silver Bells, which takes place this year on Dec. 6, at the Port Austin Civic Center.

TAG is involved in many artistic projects in the Thumb, including its snowmen artwork that appears on Port Austin streets during the winter months.

The Thumb Arts Guild also has an annual fundraiser, where participating artists decorate a one-of-a-kind, handmade item that traditionally is displayed at various businesses and events throughout the summer.

Interested parties can bid on the items, with winners announced at Art in the Park.

This year’s item is handmade, decorated tote bags, some of which will be displayed at the Spring Show.

The Spring Show and Exhibit will offer visitors a chance to see firsthand the quality of work local artists are capable of producing.

Light refreshments will be served, and TAG members will be on hand to answer questions about the Guild, and the work that is on display.

Be sure and stop by the old school gym in Port Austin on Memorial Weekend and enjoy a traditional TAG kickoff to the summer season.

For more information about the Thumb Arts Guild or its Spring Show and Exhibit, visit www.thumbartsguild.org/.

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Tour di Lago, set for June 21, to feature new after-party

By Chris Aldridge Tribune Staff Writer

UPPER THUMB — Bicycle riders can see lighthouses, historic sites, wind farms and other Huron County trademarks in the seventh annual Tour di Lago bicycle ride June 21.

But this year, organizers have planned new additions for an “after-party” segment once riders are on their feet again, including a beer tent with food, corn hole tournament and a performance from local rock band Big Empty Sky. The Tour di Lago — Tour of the Lakes — starts at Port Austin Kayak & Bike, 119 E. Spring St., Saturday, June 21.

Riders can cycle along paved, low-traffic rural roads making stops in Caseville, Harbor Beach, Pigeon, Kinde and Grindstone City in 12.5-mile, 25-mile and 62-mile courses, or trek an ambitious 100-mile course.

Tickets are $30 if purchased the day of the event and $25 in advance, and they can be ordered at www.eventbrite.com.

A group start begins at 8 a.m. and the event will be held rain or shine. More information can be found at Tour di Lago’s Facebook page.

Jane Loegel, event director, hopes to again see the nearly

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170 riders that cycled the course last year.

“We’ve found most people who come to it are serious riders who do races elsewhere but like rides in between for practice,” said Loegel.

Still, it offers a “nice tour around the Thumb” and is “pretty much for everyone,” Loegel said.

Holding the event on Saturday, rather than on a Sunday in years past, is a new approach geared toward boosting tourism and getting people to stay in the area for the weekend, she said.

“There are a lot of vacationers up here, but we could always use

more,” she said.

Costs to participate are up from last year’s rates — a reflection of the new additions planned this year.

Hungry riders can replenish under the planned beer tent with food and brew and stay to enjoy a performance from Big Empty Sky, a local rock band performing covers of songs written by the Beatles and Weezer, among others.

“Riders last year said it was cheap, so we thought, ‘How can we make a little more money and keep the quality?’ ” Loegel told the Tribune.

Loegel said it has since turned into a for-profit endeavor, and a portion of money raised is donated to local historical societies and the League of Michigan Bicyclists.

Tour di Lago is sponsored

by Port Austin Kayak & Bike Rental, which will be offering discounted kayak and paddle board rates for participants.

The Tour di Lago coincides with Festivale Italiano, scheduled for the weekend of June 20-22.

The event features Italian deserts, music and other events in Port Austin.

For more information about Festivale Italiano, call Maria Cucchiara at 989-738-8711.

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As I see it: Huron County harbors are looking good According to many business people I talked to, last year’s summer season was good. After cutting vacation time the past few years, visitors to Huron County increased.

We saw a lot of familiar faces, but also met a number of new

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Campgrounds were busy all around the county ,and motels and cabins had increased attendance.

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A combination of extremely low water conditions, harbors undergoing upgrades and lack of funding capt. fred kept many boatdavis ers dockside.

Those from ports downstate cruised past our area to visit distant marinas further north.

The extreme shallow water problems that plagued most harbors in the state had become critical for Huron County. Financial assistance was sought at state and federal levels for all of the harbors. The harbor at Grindstone was so shallow only very small vessels were able to use it.

The large charter fleet that had docked in the harbor for years were scattered, most of the docks were not even put in.

Harbor Beach’s marina had limited dockage for larger vessels so they launched an effort to dredge their harbor area. They obtained funding from various sources and purchased their own equipment.

They worked all last summer and are completing some minor final clean up this spring.

I called and talked to Jeff Richardson, a harbor master at the marina. He told me they are up and running. They hosted a fishing tournament with over 50 boats, and all went well. They also were able

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The east dock at Port Austin’s Marina is ready for service, and the west section will be completed in June. to accommodate a 48-foot, deep draft sail vessel at the fuel dock and overnight.

Port Austin’s harbor had been closed a good portion of the past three boating seasons. Last summer, floating docks were accessible on one side of the marina but it appeared boaters did not get the word that they were available. The last phase of Port Austin’s waterfront renovation pushed ahead last fall and lasted well into the winter season. This late spring, the interior harbor is being dredged where

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When dredging is completed, the anchors are set and ready to install the west set of floating docks. The ramps are expected to be open for Memorial Day weekend and the east dock is in service.

It is anticipated final completion of the multimillion dollar project will be in late June.

Extensive dredging also lasted well into the winter in the river at Caseville’s harbor.

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From 20 It extended from outside the breakwall, continued around the municipal dockage area and toward the bridge. I talked with one of the dredge operators while the work was being done and he said they worked seven days a week hoping to complete before winter set in.

Frank Garner and Bernie Cobb, who will take over the harbor masters job, met with the U.S. Coast Guard team who set the buoys in the harbor entry channel.

They sounded eight to nine foot depths all the way to the end of the breakwall. Garner said the depth at the ramp is up to seven foot and everyone is welcome to the Blessing of the Fleet on Memorial Day. Late in the fall last year, I spoke with Sebewaing’s harbor master about that harbors condition.

The harbor master said his board had been promised dredge operations would begin when fish spawning ceased in the

spring. He said they have been told the water depth after dredging should average six feet below low water datum and funding has been set aside for the work.

Although there were discussions regarding the needs of Bay Port and Grindstone harbors, I’ve heard no final decisions regarding those areas.

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“The concept of a studio tour is that the artists open up their studio so people can not only purchase products, but watch the artists in action,” Conger said. “It’s kind of an interactive tour.”

The 2014 edition of the Thumb Artists Studio Tour will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15.

Taking part in this year’s Thumb Artists Studio Tour will be Dorothy Schaack, Jenny McFadden, Elizabeth Schnettler, Stevie Davis, Mike Davis, Mimi Nicol, Greg LeMieux, Bill Diller, Sherri Addy, Laurie Conger, Deb Maxwell, Lynne Wiencek, Dave Thuemmel, Sandy Kinney, Ken Kueffner and Margo Phillips.

The Studio Tour is supported by various businesses, organizations, and individuals in the Thumb area, along with the Port Austin and Caseville area chambers of commerce. The artists encourage visitors to stop in

If you go ...

What: Thumb Artists Studio Tour When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

June 14 and 15 Where: Various locations around the Thumb at these shops, restaurants, and other businesses along the tour — brochures will be available at local chambers of commerce and participating sponsors leading up to the tour. The brochures provide information regarding the artists and sponsors, including a map to studio locations.

For more information about the 2014 Thumb Artists Studio Tour, visit www.thumbstudiotour.com, or call 989-738-5689.

A map of the tour is included on the brochure. It can also be printed from the website.

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Customers visit booths at the Caseville Farmer’s Market last year. This year¹s market should be even bigger, due to a major change. This year the market will take place on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Caseville Farmer’s Market moves to Saturdays

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produce that product. In many cases, a traditional farmer’s market has expanded to include handmade and homemade crafts.

Farmer’s Markets have sprung up in a number of Huron County communities, including Caseville, where a farmer’s market began last year. The 2014 edition of the Caseville Farmer’s Market began

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This should help avoid the red tape involved when emergency funds are needed.

Stabenow has been a consistent advocate for our area and was instrumental in Port Austin’s harbor project. U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, D-Michigan, also has responded to our needs on many occasions.

Huron County ports were once among the most popular in the state. Boaters who return this season will find them in top notch condition.

I suggest area chambers of commerce acknowledge and applaud harbor improvements in their promotions this year.

Capt. Fred Davis is a retired charter captain and nationally published author of boating articles.

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From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. that Saturday and from noon until 5 p.m. that Sunday, the woods surrounding the nature center will be filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. In addition, you’ll be treated to the sight of a wide variety of arts and crafts, the sounds of music and people enjoying themselves, and the smells of hot dogs and brats wafting through the air.

This year’s Lady’s Slipper Festival boasts more than a dozen vendors selling everything from baked goods, peanut brittle and oatmeal, to fine art paintings, nature photography and numerous crafts, including wearable art, jewelry, pottery, wooden crafts and much more. Informational booths, such as the Tuscola County Conservation District, will be on hand to answer questions and provide help regarding nature-related subjects.

The Lady’s Slipper Festival traditionally attracts nature-lovers and others who enjoy walking the groomed trails, listening to the entertainment, and shopping for various arts and crafts, and in the nature center gift shop, which will

be open throughout the festival.

Nature center members will be on hand to assist youngsters as they build their own birdhouse, which they are free to take home — bird house builders are asked to bring a canned food item, which will be donated to a local food bank. There are a limited number of bird house kits, available on a first-come, first-build basis. Be sure to get there early, as the bird houses tend to go quickly.

Entertainment for the Lady’s Slipper Festival will be supplied throughout the day on Saturday

by Susan and Raymond Bugg of Harbor Beach, who perform under the name, Everything Under the Son. They are strolling minstrels who include bystanders in their sing-along and dance-along routines. The Eastern Michigan Music Makers, an old-time country and Gospel group, will perform in the Gazebo from noon until 2 p.m. Saturday. From 1 p.m. until 3 p.m., on Sunday, the Spring Street Trio will perform. This group is comprised of Dennis Hafeli, his brother, Alan, and another member of the Spring Street Boys, a popular Port Austin-based group that

perform at various events around the Upper Thumb.

The Lady’s Slipper Festival is a family-oriented event that is sure to provide a day filled with

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Be sure and bring a friend, or two.

For more information about the Huron County Nature Center or the Lady’s Slipper Festival, visit www.huronnaturecenter.org, or call 989-551-8400.

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“We changed because that’s what the consumers wanted,” said Misty Wettergren, manager of the Caseville Farmer’s Market. “So far, it seems like people are excited to have the market on Saturdays.”

The Caseville Farmer’s Market specializes in homemade and handmade products: No buy-sell, kits, or flee market type items are allowed. Typical products available at the Caseville Farmer’s Market include fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and plants, as well as fresh baked goods that comply with the Michigan Cottage Law (http://www.michigan.gov/mdard/0,1607,7-12550772_45851-240577--,00.html).

Visitors also will be able to buy

merchandise that has been handcrafted by local artisans.

The mixture of food and craft items at a farmer’s market seems to be popular, because consumers are able to make it a one-stop shopping trip. They can pick up scrumptious edibles for the table, then walk to a nearby booth and purchase a birthday or anniversary gift for that special someone, or simply something they like.

The Caseville Farmer’s Market is looking for vendors for the weekly market. There is no charge to set up a booth, and the only stipulation is that your product must be homemade or handmade. If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, or for more information, call Misty Wettergren at 989-553-4700.

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50th Michigan Sugar Festival to be sweeter than ever

By Casey Johnson Tribune Staff Writer

BAD AXE — Half a century ago, no one knew the idea to recognize the sugar beet industry with a celebration would forever change summer in the Thumb.

This year, the Michigan Sugar Festival will celebrate its 50th year with an array of new festivities, some quite wild. But many of the old traditions will not be forgotten.

The biggest change this year will be the daily ride wristbands

available for purchase. Wristband coupons can be purchased in advance for $15, or the actual bands can be purchased during the festival for $18. If purchased in advance the coupon is taken to a booth on the midway for wrist band redemption, and carnival personnel will attach the bracelet.

Red sheet tickets will be available during the festival only.

And the celebration will kickoff not with a bang, but a roar.

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Above, The Dairy Barn, a Sebewaing summertime staple, wanted all of last year’s parade-goers to remember where to go for delicious meals and tasty treats!

Left, all aboard! Bay Shore Camp had a sizable parade entry that included this kiddie train last year.

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Port Austin History Center hosts strawberry social June 28

By Bill Diller

Judges at last year’s Strawberry Social enjoyed a variety of desert treats created by area residents. This year’s event is scheduled to take place from 2 to 5 p.m.

June 28 at the Port Austin Area Historical Society’s History Center.

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P O RT A U S T I N — T h e History Center, home to the Port Austin Area Historical Society, will open its doors for the second straight year to visitors for a Strawberry Social, an afternoon of food, fun, and entertainment. Last year’s Strawberry Social was a hit, with more than 100 visitors attending. The event will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. June 28.

There will be a silent auction throughout the afternoon, whereby visitors can bid on a number of baskets containing a variety of theme-related prizes. These include Cat Lover’s, Dog Lover’s, Beach/Picnic and Winter baskets.

“I anticipate having three or four additional items for the auction, but have not received them yet,” said Charlotte Stearns, chairperson for this year’s Strawberry Social. “All the items have been donated by members and friends of the Port Austin Area Historical Society. The auction items will be set up outside, so guests can view them, and place their bids.”

Of course, the main attraction at the Strawberry Social will be the food. Scrumptious treats will abound.

“Strawberry shortcake and strawberries and ice cream will be served outside, weather permitting,” Stearns said. “A chocolate fountain, with fresh fruit, pretzels, and marshmallows for

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dipping, will be located inside the Center. We’ll have tables set up outside, so guests can relax and enjoy their treats in the lovely natural setting surrounding the History Center.”

Entertainment will be provided

by Port Austin resident, Dennis Hafeli, who will play from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Last year’s event was extremely successful, with more than 100 people attending. They are expecting an even larger crowd this year.

The Strawberry Social will help raise funds for the histori-

cal society, so they can continue to improve the History Center, which is located at 1424 Pte. aux Barques Road. The History Center is a dream come true for area residents interested in the preservation of artifacts relating to the region’s past. The members of the historical society continue to add items that are sure to pique the interest of history lovers throughout the Thumb.

“The History Center is funded entirely by donations,” Stearns said. “This event is one of several held during the year to raise

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Tickets for Strawberry Social are available at the History Center in advance, and on the day of the event. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children ages 4 to 10 years old.

For more information about the Port Austin Area Historical Society, call 989-551-5532, or visit www. portaustinhistorycenter.com.

May 17 Detroit Eastern Market Enjoy a great day at the oldest outdoor market in the US this is the 48th. Annual Flower Day weekend plants and flowers-veggies, fruit, meats, cheese and wine it is all here.

June 1 -2 Mackinac Island great time before the summer crowdsround trip ferry –carriage tour of the Island- one night lodging on the island-continental breakfast-luggage handling.

June 11 Meadow Brook Theatre presents Cole Porter’s “You Never Know” musical comedy, the story takes place at the Hotel Ritz in Paris 1929, the baron and his butler switch identities –includes lunch.

July 1 Shipshewana Auction & Flea Market over 900 vendors on 100 acres includes farmer’s market aisle for fresh fruit and baked goods, plants and flowers – time for downtown shopping.

August 3 - 8 Gettysburg PA and Washington DC five nights lodging (3 nights in DC) step on guided tour of Gettysburg along with Visitors Center, Eisenhower Farm firm “A Birth of Freedom” and Museum of the American Civil War in DC tour the Capitol Building, Arlington National Cemetery, Smithsonian Museums plus more don’t wait this will sell out soon.

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sponsors, I wouldn’t be surprised if we hit the 2,000 mark for passes alone,” said Louwers. “Just because of the quality of entertainment that we have.”

Highlighting this year ’s entertainment at the Caseville County Park amphitheater is the recently-signed artist David Shelby at 9 p.m. that Friday night, while the main act for Saturday will be Brian Lorrente and the Usual Suspects, also at 9 p.m. Also playing will be Mandi Layne and the Lost​ Highway at 7 p.m. Friday, 25 Cent Beer Band​​​ beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday and ​Longneck Strangler​​​at 7 p.m. Saturday.

Louwers said for the rib cook-off competition, a total of eight restaurants will be participating for the honor to be named the winner of the People’s Choice and Judge’s Choice award. Last year, Blue Water Inn was the people’s champion, while BK BBQ won from a vote of celebrity judges.

Three new entrants into this year ’s competition include Shooters of Pigeon, Pasta House of Kinde and Lefty’s of Caseville.

Louwers said Blue Water Inn would not be participating this year, so a new winner is sure to be crowned by the people.

However, fans of the Blue Water ribs still will be able to get a taste on Sunday as part of a fireworks fundraiser event organizers have planned.

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Performers entertain the crowds at last year’s Ribstock Festival. to 20,000 ribs were consumed last year, and he’s hoping to hit the 25,000 mark this year.

“What I like about it is this year, is we’re going to have a mixture of ribs,” Louwers said.

“Probably half the restaurants are doing the St. Louis and the other half the baby backs.”

To kick things off, starting at noon on that Friday, restaurants in town will begin serving ribs. The cook-off competition begins at noon that Saturday and the fun doesn’t stop until that Sunday afternoon.

Also highlighting the fes-

tival will be an assortment of children’s activities, including performance entertainment, a sand castle building contest and various games throughout the weekend.

Once again, organizers are confident the weekend will not disappoint.

“I think it’s a combination of both,” Louwers said of what attracts people to RibStock.

“There’s not many places you can go to listen to great country music, but I think better than that is the fact that people love ribs too.”

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Bengal tigers will star in seven live shows over the weekend, starting at 12:30 p.m.

Friday, June 13.

And this year, there’s something for everybody. From 3 to 11 p.m. that Friday, a trailer containing six big screens will be available for Xbox gaming.

Even with exciting new events, the Sugar Fest wouldn’t be complete without one aspect that’s been present since the beginning — royalty.

The first Michgian Sugar Fest queen, Maryann Hornbacher is scheduled to attend along with at least 21 former queens for a ceremony where they will be honored.

And Sugar Fest officials have

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In addition to prince and princess, there will now be a junior teen queen and a teen queen.

Familiar activities include polka dancing, which will be on Sunday with a wooden dance floor available, lawnmower races and a car and motorcycle show on Saturday, and an all weekend entertainment tent.

“We’re looking forward to it,” said Melvin Kuhl, one of the festival coordinators. “And a lot of people are getting really excited.”

The festival will kick off Thursday, June 11, and half-acentury’s worth of celebrating will continue through Sunday, June 15.

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This cute and clever clown shows off some magic during last year’s parade, pulling Bugs Bunny out of a hat. This year’s Grand Parade is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 14. Other fun attractions include the Midway, which opens at 6 p.m. that Thursday, and noon that Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Harbor Beach moving sale, 157 N. Fourth St., May 23-26, 9am-4pm. Household furniture, antique chairs, hutch w/pull out table, many antique dishes, salt dip collection, cups & saucers, kitchen items, holiday items, bar refrigerator, misc hand tools, Fostoria crystal, much more!

Bad Axe household/garage sale. Appliances, kitchen dishes, beddiing, bedroom set, some tools & misc., work benches, mens, girls, boys clothing, much more available.

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Safety will make you a happy camper (MS) — Ah, nature. Besides the mosquitoes, nothing says summer like a getaway to the great outdoors.

As you wind down from the stress of packing up and driving to the cottage or campsite, the CSA Group, a leader in testing and certification, wants to remind you to stay safe on land and water this summer with these tips.

Boats and cottages • Always wear a personal flotation device and never consume alcohol while operating any vehicle.

• Make sure that certified carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke alarms are properly installed outside all sleeping areas.

• When opening your cottage for the season, carefully inspect all appliances and electrical cords for damage from rodents or insects.

• Ensure boats and cottages are equipped with proper emergency safety equipment, including first aid kits and fire extinguishers.

CO and smoke alarms • Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. To prevent CO poisoning, fuel-burning equipment should only be used in well-ventilated areas.

• Test each unit at least once a month because the threat doesn’t take a vacation.

• Change the batteries at least twice a year. A good routine is to change them at the same time you reset your clocks for Daylight Saving Time.

• Be sure to use the correct type of batteries.

• Follow the manufacturer’s detailed operating instructions.

Camping stoves and lanterns • Fuel-burning equipment such as stoves, lanterns and cookers should only be lit outdoors and at least nine feet from tents, combustible materials and vehicles.

• Before use, carefully inspect parts for leaks, blockages or damage.

• Keep flammable clothing (and eyebrows) away from open flames, and carefully monitor children and pets around fuel burning devices.

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Summer Concert “ Vintage CPR! ” .

That’s.. C for Country P for Pop R for Rock Performances by local vocalists and musicians CONCERT DATES:

Saturday, June 21, 8:00 pm • Sunday, June 22, 2:00 pm TICKET INFORMATION

General Admission Tickets ($10) are available at:

Port Austin Visitors Center • Corner Beverage • Joe’s Pizzeria Or by calling the PACP Box Office at 989-738-5217 or Dennis Hafeli at 989-738-8652

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6931 STEPHENS DR. LAKEFRONT • $319,000 Gorgeous sandy beach near Caseville Co. Park! 3BR 1 1/2 Bath, upper loft area, deck off upstairs Mstr. BR, full bsmt., water/sewer, professionally painted interior walls.

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8671 POINT CHARITIES DR. SAND POINT LAKEFRONT $380,000 7 bedroom, 3 bath, 100’x300’ lot, large stone fireplace, finished lower level, beautiful landscaping.

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5857 WALLACE DR. OAK POINT • 100’ LOT $135,000 4 bedroom, 2 bath, large kitchen/ dining area. No crossing M-25 for access to sandy beach.

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9182 POINT CHARITIES DR. SAND POINT LAKE ACCESS • $50,500 Great lake access cottage for summer enjoyment right across from Bay! Large lot 100’x132’. Fireplace for cool evenings, shed for summer toys. Just a few houses from canal entrance to Bay. Call Stannette 989-856-4605

9672 N. SHORE DR. SAND POINT LAKEFRONT • $345,000 Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, 100’ lakefront, long secluded lot. Pan-oramic lake view from nearly every room, large enclosed sunroom. Large brick fireplace, main floor laundry & garage.

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Extensively renovated including roof & windows. Call for list of more updates. Attached 2 car garage.

Call Stannette 989-856-4605

8642 ROWE DR. CANAL FRONT • $59,000 Well maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath ranch, many updates. Newer addition used as summer room or extra sleeping. Garage w/workbench. Few miles from beautiful sandy beach.

Call Stannette 989-856-4605

LAKE ACCESS

• N. Shore Addition To Crescent Beach 181’ x 200’ - $22,000 • Diana 70’ x 145’ - $9,500 • Pt. Charity Dr. 49’ x 99’ - $10,000

• Ann St. 115’ x 105’ - $19,000 • Carolyn St. 110’ x 116’ - $19,000 • Off Gate 1 188’ x 182’ - $25,900

CANAL LOTS

• Circle Dr. 100’ x 159’ - $55,000 • Carolyn St. 100’ x 116’ - $34,500 • Kathleen St. 100’ x 100’ - $31,500 • Diane Dr. 60’ x 120’ - $22,000 • Pointe Dr. 100’ x 240’ - $69,000 • Point Charity Dr. 101’ x 133’ - $32,900

• Running Deer 100’ x 115’ - $60,000 • Betty 130’ x 100’ - $54,900 • S. Shore Dr. 100’ - $40,000 • Island View 121’ x 90’ - $27,500 • Tom Tom Tr. 105’ x 148’ - $38,900 • Schooner Cove Large Irr. Lot - $37,900 • Chippewa Dr. 85’ x 120’ - $28,000 • N. Island View 120’ x 100’ - $27,500

LAKEFRONT LOTS

• N. Shore Dr., Sand Pt. 100’ x 287’ - $195,000