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CASEVILLE — Promising a bigger and better event than the year before, organizers of the Caseville Country RibStock are on pace to do just that.

The sixth annual event already

has a great assortment of musical talent lined up, the most participants its ever had in the RibStock Cook-off, and an assortment of new events in the works.

The popular event, which is done to really kick off the summer season, is slated to take place Friday, June 27 through Sunday,

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“Because of the response I’m getting this year, even with the 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.

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Louwers said for the rib cookoff 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 y e a r ’s c o m p e t i t i o n i n c l u d e 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.

According to Louwers, close 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 festival 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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First All-Thumb All Star Game coming June 27 Tribune Staff Reports

UPPER THUMB — An all-star basketball game made up of only Thumb area players was something that the Thumb Sportswriters Association had discussed for quite sometime.

But now that vision that had been formed by a handful of Thumb area sports media members is becoming a reality.

On Friday, June 27 the Thumb area’s best seniors will come together for one last meeting on the hardwood.

The game, set to take place at Sandusky High School, marks the Thumb Sportswriters Association’s first ever of its kind.

“This is something we’ve talked about, and something we’ve wanted to put on for quite sometime,” said Paul Adams, Sports Editor of the Huron Daily Tribune and President of the Thumb Sportswriters Association. “ Wi t h a l i t t l e h e l p f r o m Sandusky High School and athletic director Al DeMott, it’s finally going to happen. Now that our rosters have been filled and the coaches have been selected we are getting very excited.”

The nights festivities will kick off with a girls game at 6 p.m. with a boys contest to follow.

Also being featured that night will be a three-point competition and a dunk contest.

Admission to the event will be

$5 and will go to to the Thumb Sportswriters Association, to help with their yearly costs.

“We will provide more details as they become available, but we are very proud of what this is becoming,” Adams said.

“One thing we do need people to keep in mind is that only seniors are eligible to play in this game. That’s an MHSAA rule, not ours.

“Most of those who were invited to play in this game have committed. Some invitations were declined due to other commitments, but most of these players are really excited about this game, and so are we.”

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The Little Town with the Big Welcome gears up for July 4

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

PORT HOPE — The sign outside town states, “The Little Town with The Big Welcome.”

That message holds true, especially during the 4th of July festivities in Port Hope.

Roy and Elaine Reinke are long-time committee members for the festival.

“It’s the place to be,” said Elaine Reinke. “There are no other shows in the county that weekend — at least none that I know of.”

Per capita, the small village puts one a one of the largest festivals in the area.

“We had about 4,000 specta-

tors last year,” said Roy Reinke.

Festivities kick off at 7 a.m.

Friday with breakfast at the school. The annual softball tournament also begins that Friday.

Interested teams should call Jim at 989-550-1011. Marsa Auction Service holds the annual consignment auction at 3 p.m.

The giant flea market is one of the festival’s largest drawing cards. Gates open at 8 a.m. on the Fourth and runs until July 6.

The annual tractor pull is another big drawing card to the festival. With the help of the Thumb Tractor Pulling Association, pulls will take place on Friday and Saturday.

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Saturday starts off with breakfast at the school at 7 a.m. Bean soup will be sold until it is gone, starting in the late morning. The chicken barbecue to help the Port Hope Senior Class Trip Fund will be at 1 p.m.

The barbecue is one of the most well attended events at the festival. Although the cooks make enough food for several hundred dinners, it is not uncommon for them to run out of chicken before they run out of perspective customers.

A car show is scheduled to be on the school grounds. It is an unjudged show, yet many bring their antique autos and newer cars to the festival just to show off.

The annual quilt show will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. in the school. Many attend the event and are fascinated by the quilt art displayed by local quilters.

Probably no other event at the festival draws more viewers that the annual fireworks. It will start at dusk, and the beautiful explosions can be seen from many vantage points around Port Hope.

“Our fireworks are on Saturday,” Elaine Reinke said.

“We’re not in competition with Port Austin who will have theirs on Friday.”

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“The fireworks will be about the same as last year,” Roy Reinke added. “There will be about $4,800 worth of them (this year).”

As with Friday and Saturday, Sunday’s events kick off with breakfast at the school from 7 to 10 a.m. The Calvarymen Singers will perform at 10:30 a.m., and the softball tournament will continue until completed at the ball diamonds near Stafford Park.

As usual, the weekend finishes with the big Fourth of July Parade at 2 p.m. Sunday. Lineup will take place by the Thumb Farm Service on Dean Street.

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UPPER THUMB — All around the Thumb, Huron County residents and visitors will soon be celebrating the Fourth of July with festivities including parades, and of course, fireworks displays.

In Port Austin, the Independence Day jubilee will take place with a parade at 1 p.m.

Friday, July 4, followed by fireworks at dusk.

“With summer here and well

underway, there is no time to waste in deciding on July 4 plans,” stated a press release submitted to the Tribune.

The parade start point and line-up area is the same as last year, with the route beginning at the intersection of Van Dyke Road/M-53 and Grindstone Road/M-25. Line up for all parade entries will be between 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Fireworks will close the day with bang, beginning at 10 p.m. or later, and the will be launched from the breakwall.

Best viewing spots are Bird Creek County Park, Veterans Waterfront Park, or the harbor.

“Come and be a part of these popular annual events at the tip of the Thumb,” stated the chamber’s news release to the Tribune.

For a parade application form and a map, or for more details, go to the Village of Port Austin’s website at www.villageofportaustin. com — or call the Village Hall at 989-738-5199.

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More than 3,500 people attend the event each year. The show includes food, live music, a kids tent, and artist demonstrations. The event is partially funded by a grant from the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs.

The main fundraiser for the year, held Aug. 29, will be the Artists’ Silent Auction. This falls on the Friday night before Art in the Park. The Silent Auction includes pieces donated by the artists in the weekend event. This is a great way to get some unique artwork at a wonderfully discounted price. The event is held in

the Port Austin Welcome Center from 7 until 8 p.m., with the doors opening at 6:30 p.m. You also can mingle with the artists and discuss their work.

Another fund raiser will be finalized on Sunday, Aug. 31, at 3 p.m. Members have created or decorated tote bags — they are on display at the Port Austin Township Library. Bidding will take place all summer long, with the final bid awarded on Aug. 31.

There is a wide variety of bags available for bidding.

The Thumb Arts Guild was created in June 2001 to support and promote the arts in the Thumb area. The group has grown to 40 members and now hosts three art

events. Board members include Sandra Kinney, president; Bill Diller, vice-president; Margo Phillips, treasurer; Patty Finan, secretary; and Milly Kuszynski, historian. Monthly meetings are at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month, from April through December, at the Port Austin Welcome Center. Everyone is welcome to attend the meetings.

Annual dues for the Thumb Arts Guild are $10 for students 21 and younger, $20 for individuals, $30 for families and $50 for organizations. For more information about any of these events or the group itself, call the guild at 989 6708196 or visit www.thumbartsguild. org.

Port Hope, Cass City and Caseville will host firework shows Saturday at dusk.

And most county villages and towns will be a bustle of activity during the days.

Cass City’s Freedom Festival will be in full swing with a parade on Saturday, and a variety of other activities. Port Hope’s 28th Annual Fourth of July Festival activities, which will include softball tournaments, tractor pulls and more, is scheduled for July 4 -6.

The Fourth of July brings many special, celebratory activities to Michigan’s Thumb, but some classic weekend activities will continue.

Harbor Beach will conduct their lighthouse tours Saturday morning, and DJ in the park at North Park Campground Saturday night.

Another unique event, “Birds of Prey” with Joe Rogers, will be hosted at the Huron County Nature Center on that Saturday morning.

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But the parade and the fireworks aren’t the only reason to head over to Port Austin for the holiday weekend.

“There’s always plenty of things to do here,” said Thomas Rapson, village clerk.

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Sponsored by: Huron Medical Center 8:00am - 11:00pm ������� GATE FEE: $3/person; 5 & younger free� FREE PARKING 8:30am ������������������������ RABBIT SHOW: 4-H, FFA & Open Class 9:00am ������������������������ MARKET BEEF SHOW: 4-H & FFA – Dennis Hagen Memorial Show Arena 9:00am ������������������������ HORSE SHOW: Open Class 9:00am ������������������������ FOOD, FLOWER, VEGETABLE & CROPS JUDGING: 4-H & FFA Building 11:00am - 10:00pm ������ 4-H & FFA BUILDING, MERCHANT BUILDING & 4-H SMALL ANIMAL BUILDING OPEN 12noon - 9:00pm ��������� MIRACLE OF LIFE PAVILION Various Afternoon�������� CIRQUE-AMANGUS Performances 1:00pm ������������������������ DAIRY SHOW: 4-H, FFA & Open Class – Arena 1:00pm ������������������������ MIDWAY OPENS – KIDS DAY 2:00pm - 6:00pm ��������� KIDS FREE ACTIVITIES: Corporate Sponsor Tent� Sponsored by: Huron Medical Center 4:00pm - 10:30pm �������� ELKTON LIONS BINGO 4:30pm ������������������������ COMMUNICATION ARTS CONTEST: 4-H & FFA Bldg� 6:00pm ������������������������ GOAT SHOW: Dennis Hagen Memorial Show Arena 6:00pm ������������������������ KIDS DRAWING: Free Bike & Toy Animal Giveaway� Sign up at Fair Office� Must be present to win� Sponsored by: T.J. Schmidt Amusements & Huron Comm. Fair 6:00pm ������������������������ 4-H DRAWING: Fair Office� Need not be present to win� Sponsored by: Thumb National Bank and Trust

5:00pm - 9:00pm ���������� FAMILY FUN NIGHT: Grandstand Event� Sponsored by: Huron Medical Center & Huron Community Fair Board PETTING ZOO: Maplewood Petting Zoo 5:30 – Pie Eating Contest Registration 6:00 – Pie Eating Contest 6:30 – Pedal Pull Registration (B & D Pedal Pullers)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

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Sponsored by: A.I.S. Construction Equipment 8:00am - 11:00pm ������� GATE FEE: $3/person; 5 & younger free� FREE PARKING FREE ADMISSION TODAY: If ORANGE Huron Community T-Shirts are worn. (T-shirts can be purchased before or during the Fair at Fair Office) 8:00am - 10:00am ������� SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS EVENT 9:00am ������������������������� SWINE SHOW: 4-H & FFA 11:00am - 10:00pm ������ 4-H & FFA BUILDING, MERCHANT BUILDING & 4-H SMALL ANIMAL BUILDING OPEN 12noon - 9:00pm ���������� MIRACLE OF LIFE PAVILION Various Afternoon�������� CIRQUE-AMANGUS; TACTICAL LASER TAG (T.L.T.) Performances 2:00pm - 4:00pm ���������� KIDS FREE ACTIVITIES: 4-H & FFA Bldg� Sponsored by: 4-H Council and MSU Extension 3:00pm ������������������������� MIDWAY OPENS: $15 Ride Bracelet 3:00pm ������������������������� POULTRY SHOW: Poultry Tent 4:00pm - 10:30pm �������� ELKTON LIONS BINGO 6:00pm ������������������������� DRAFT HORSE PULL: Arena 7:00pm ������������������������� COUNTRY MUSIC ENTERTAINER DEWAYNE SPAW: Grandstand Event 7:30pm ������������������������� SUPER KICKER RODEO & BARREL RACING: Grandstand Event� Admission: $8 Adults; $4 Children� Sponsored by: Bay Port State Bank & Maurer Electric

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Sponsored by: Bay Port State Bank 8:00am - 11:00pm ������� GATE FEE: $3 per person; 5 years & younger free� FREE PARKING 9:00am NEW TIME ������� JLA AUCTION SALE: Dennis Hagen Memorial Show Arena� Show order: Market Beef, Sheep, Swine and Prospect Feeder 10:00am ����������������������� DOG & CAT SHOW: 4-H - Arena 11:00am - 10:00pm ������ 4-H & FFA BUILDING, MERCHANT BUILDING & 4-H SMALL ANIMAL BUILDING OPEN 12noon ������������������������� JR. LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION BUYERS LUNCHEON; GALLON OF MILK AUCTION 12noon - 9:00pm ���������� MIRACLE OF LIFE PAVILION Various Afternoon�������� CIRQUE-AMANGUS; TACTICAL LASER TAG (T.L.T.) Performances 3:00pm ������������������������� MIDWAY OPENS: $15 Ride Bracelet 4:00pm - 10:30pm �������� ELKTON LIONS BINGO 6:00pm ������������������������� DRAFT HORSE CART CLASSES: Arena 7:00pm ������������������������� SMALL LIVESTOCK SWEEPSTAKES CONTEST: SLA Building 7:00pm ������������������������� WEST MICHIGAN MUD RUNNERS: Grandstand Event� Admission: $8 Adults; $4 Children; $10 Pit� www. westmichiganmudruns.com Sponsored by: A.I.S. Construction Equipment

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Stay safe on carnival and amusement rides this summer

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.

Edgerton. “We ask riders to do their part and remember ‘safety first.’ Read and follow all of the ride rules and restrictions, and use all the safety equipment provided, because even one injury is one too many.”

LARA works to make Michigan a leader in ride safety, inspection and registration of amusement rides to ensure compliance with Michigan’s rules and regulations that protect citizens of all ages while riding.

Edgerton emphasized that if your child is too young, too small

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Selecting rides that are fun, but not too scary; riding safely; and letting the kids ride alone or not, are just a few things to think about as the more than 40 million of us will travel Michigan to enjoy carnivals, amusement

rides and water parks this summer season.

“Carnival rides in Michigan are held to the highest safety standards to keep riders safe while enjoying the roller coasters and water slides,” said Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Deputy Director Shelly

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3rd: Opening Night with UMP Late Models, UMP Modifieds, Pro Stocks, UMP Stock Cars & Pure Stocks (Jr. Stocks Off) 10th: Best Looking Car Voting (Late Models Off) 17th: Best Looking Car Winners Announced (Jr. Stocks Off) 24th: Fan Appreciation Night (Late Models Off) 31st: Five Classes of Racing (Jr. Stocks Off)

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7th: Family Night (Late Models Off) 14th: Five Classes of Racing (Jr. Stocks Off) 21st: Mid Season Championship Featuring All Six Classes 28th: FIREWORKS! (Late Models Off)

JULY 2014

5th: Autograph Night (Jr. Stocks Off) 12th: Kids Night (Late Models Off) 19th: Five Classes of Racing (Jr. Stocks Off) 26th: MTS Sprint Cars! (Late Models & Pro Stocks Off)

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2nd: Five Classes of Racing (Jr. Stocks Off) 9th: Cheeseburger Fest Featuring Double Stock Car Feature (Late Models Off) 16th: Cheeseburger Fest (Jr. Stocks Off) 23rd: Spectator Drags (Late Models Off) 30th: Topless Late Models & Mods (Jr. Stocks Off)

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or afraid to ride alone, either skip the ride altogether or make sure your child is accompanied by a responsible adult.

Most amusement ride injuries are suffered by children under age 13 according to national data compiled by the Saferparks organization.

Kids between the ages of 7 and 12 account for nearly a third of all ride accidents.

Parents should make sure their kids understand safe ride behavior.

Thrill rides are powerful machines, even the kiddie rides.

There are no mandatory or voluntary standards that require amusement rides to securely contain child riders.

Most full-sized rides were designed with adults and teens in mind.

The speeds, heights, rapid changes in direction and special effects can overwhelm and panic a child. Slow down and don’t rush from ride to ride. If your kids get tired or aren’t listening to you, take a break.

Inexperience, immaturity and horseplay which, when coupled with large machines, can lead to catastrophe.

To reduce the chance of injury for all ages and still enjoy the ride, LARA offers these tips:

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• Read and obey all posted rules and restrictions.

• Follow all verbal instructions given by ride operators or provided by recorded announcements.

• Make sure the ride is appropriate for the rider.

• Pay attention to ride height/ weight/medical restrictions. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, check with your doctor before riding thrill rides.

• Securely latch seat belts, shoulder harness and lap bars.

Hold on to handrails; use grab bars.

• Keep hands, arms, legs, and feet inside the ride at all times.

Do not ride with hands in the air.

Secure loose hair, clothing and belongings.

• Stay in the locked and loaded position for the entire ride.

Never stand up on a ride.

• Adults should never seat a child on their lap unless ride operators indicate it’s safe to do so.

• Never ride when excessively tired or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Report any unsafe behavior or conditions on a ride to a ride supervisor or manager immediately.

• Report injuries to a ride supervisor. They will assist the injured and report the injury to LARA. Contact LARA at 517-2419202 for more information.

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LARA’s Corporations, Securities and Commercial Licensing Bureau (CSCL) licenses 844 amusement rides, including water slides and go-karts, carnival rides and roller coasters.

New rides for the 2014 summer season in Michigan include two new Ferris wheels, a steam train nearing 100 years old, an Argentinian carousel, a new spinning roller coaster and new waterslides including one with a vertical, drop-floor launch.

LARA inspects amusement rides annually; however, operators are required to conduct daily inspections before operation according to manufacturer criteria, national standards and state law. Michigan has one of the oldest amusement ride safety programs in the country, protecting consumers for 47 years; the first inspection was done in 1967.

About 25 injuries are reported to LARA annually, compared to the estimated 50 million to 100 million rides taken in Michigan each year. The majority of amusement

ride injuries result from the riders themselves and are preventable.

An examination of about 350 ride injuries reported to LARA over a 12-year period indicates that 80 percent were caused by the rider’s actions and the remaining 20 percent were caused by ride operators, failures of the equipment or a combination of both.

It is important to be aware that inflatable bounce houses, bungee jumps and climbing walls are not regulated in Michigan. Users of these devices should follow the same recommendations and be especially alert to the conditions of the device and the attentiveness of the operators.

For more information on amusement ride safety for kids and adults, visit: • www.saferparks.org/kids-club • http://disneywildaboutsafety.com/ parents/theme-park-safety-tips/ • www.saferparks.org • http://caresofficials.org • www.michigan.gov/amusement

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Harbor Beach Farmers Market continues to grow

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

HARBOR BEACH — After a successful debut year, the 2014 Harbor Beach Farmers Market got underway four weeks earlier than last spring. With a 35 percent increase in vendors on opening day, statistics indicate this year’s market is on track to be far bigger and better than last year.

The Thursday market is backed by the local chamber of commerce, sanctioned by the City of Harbor Beach, but it is run and controlled by a committee of vendors. There

are four committee members, and Robert Swartz acts as chairperson for that committee.

According to Swartz, nearly 120 vendors have contacted him to attend the Harbor Beach Farmers Market. Not all will be able to set up on a particular day. He estimates the site has the capability to hold 50 to 55 vendors on any given Thursday.

This year’s market will run from May 22 until Oct. 2. It opens each Thursday at 2 p.m., and vendors can set up as early as 11:30 a.m. It closes at 6 p.m. Vendors are asked to remain until the official closing time unless they have sold

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The success of the market may, in part, be due to some stringent rules set up by the market committee. Rules state the vendors must keep their vending spaces, “… neat, presentable and safe.”

There is no smoking at the booths, nor is there smoking on the market grounds. A special smoking area has been established at the rear of the property for both vendors and shoppers.

In addition, vendors are instructed to park in the parking lot rather than taking spaces accessible by shoppers. Although dogs are allowed at the market, a dog waste station has been established away from shopping areas.

All food items, from vegetables to nuts, to fruit, must be grown by the individual vendor. Fresh flowers and/or potted plants must also be grown by the vendor selling these items.

Honey, maple syrups, must be collected by the individual vendor, and baked goods must be also be prepared and cooked by them.

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Wares of all kinds, including an array of colorful fabrics, are available at the Harbor Beach Farmers Market. the premises.

“Michigan charities, new clothing merchandise, new, fresh and community-based items, arts and crafts and any other items are subject to approval,” the rules state.

The market has one committee member who holds market master certification. The member will monitor food products to assure their wholesomeness and freshness.

Swartz said he has had many vendors inquire about this year’s market. The vendors are from the Upper Thumb, Houghton Lake, Rochester Hills, Lansing and Port

Huron. Most have indicated they will be at Harbor Beach this summer.

Swartz noted the market needs more community support. did mention one concern. Without customers, the Harbor Beach Farmers Market will not continue to be a success. It is the only market run on Thursdays in the county.

Customers should remember the food sold at Harbor Beach may be freshest in the county.

Often, the same items will be sold at other markets on Friday and Saturday.

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Port Austin Farmer’s Market is in full swing

By Bill Diller For the Tribune

PORT AUSTIN — The Port Austin Farmer’s Market’s 2014 season is in full swing.

“Attendance, both number of vendors and number of customers, is up from last year at this time,” said Joyce Stanek, of the Port Austin Area Chamber of Commerce. “Vendor favorites, including flowers and plants, produce, baked goods, maple

syrup, and honey, among others, are all back. We have three wineries, Dizzy Daisy, Blue Water, and Vinomondo, that are licensed this year to sell wine and offer samples. We also have several new farms and nurseries, some new food vendors, such as cheesecake and fresh salsa, and a specialty vendor, Country Smoke House.”

There also are new vendors in the arts and crafts area of the market, including sellers of

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The Port Austin Farmer ’s Market also will have entertainment by The Spring Street Boys on July 5, Aug. 23 and Aug. 30th, which is Labor Day Weekend.

“This fall will see the addition of ‘Harvest Days,’” Stanek said.

“The dates aren’t worked out yet, but ‘Harvest Days’ will include a corn hole tournament, a fall/ scarecrow decorating contest, and other activities.”

The Port Austin Farmer ’s Market is staffed by volunteers, which are always in demand.

“It takes a lot of people to

keep the market running smoothly,” Stanek said. “We have a variety of jobs at different times — most time slots are for only an hour to an hour and a half. We need extra helpers for unloading and placing vendors, traffic control, parking patrol, set up, and putting things away at the end of the day. We also need volunteers to staff the Market tent, and to sell 50/50 raffle tickets.”

In order to make the Farmer’s Market work, vendors are needed. Although they have a long list of vendors already signed up, new vendors apply periodically.

“People interested in becoming a vendor must fill out an

application and send it in for review,” Stanek said. “We are accepting new vendors for farm products, food products, and arts and crafts only. Applications can be downloaded from the market’s website.”

Indeed, the Port Austin Farmer ’s Market has a lot to offer.

The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in downtown Port Austin.

For more information about the Port Austin Farmer’s Market, call 989-738-7600, e-mail at portaustinchamber@yahoo.com, or visit www.portaustinfarmersmarket.com

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BAY PORT — With the 37th annual Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival rapidly approaching, the time has come to prepare for one of the most popular aspects of most festivals: election of the royal court. The festival is scheduled to run from Aug. 1 to 3, and applications for the Bay Port Festival King, Queen, Prince and Princess are now being accepted.

Candidates for king and queen must be entering their senior year of high school, or up to 21 years of age before the festival, and be unmarried with no dependents.

Prince and princess candidates must be from the ages of 6 to 8 at the time of the festival. All candidates must live in the Sebewaing, Caseville or

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The crowning is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 1. Judging will occur a week prior to the crowning. The king, queen, prince and princess will be required to ride in the Fish Sandwich Festival parade as well as other local parades.

The deadline to return completed applications is July 11 to Bay Port State Bank. For more information, or an application form, e-mail Patricia Diebel at pdiebel@bayportstatebank.com or Shawna McGathy at smcgathy@ bayportstatebank.com, or call 989656-2231.

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Ubly Homecoming to feature four days of fun, starting July 10

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

U B LY — T h e U b l y Homecoming Festival has been entertaining area residents for more than 50 years. It has grown and it has evolved during that half century. This year’s annual event should be no exception to the rule.

The festival kicks off Thursday, July 10 with village wide garage sales, and these will continue through Saturday. For the first time, the festival will hold a Fun Run for kids 4-10 years of age. The three-quarter mile race starts at 5:45 p.m., with registration a half hour earlier. A scavenger hunt will take place the same night. It is open to youth grades 5-12.

Thursday also is Family Night at the Village Park. It will include an ice cream social, hot dogs, kids’ games and clown entertainment. The Ubly Boy Scouts will sponsor the food tent this year; with all proceeds going to them.

The beer tent will be open from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday and noon to 10 p.m.

Sunday. Patrons must be 21 years or older to enter.

Live bands will entertain area residents each day. Friday’s offering will be Hooligans, starting at 9 p.m. in the beer tent.

Shackled to Society will entertain on Saturday in the tent from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Benny Prill

and Friends will be on hand from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Tractor/truck pulls will take place on Friday and Saturday. The weigh-ins will be at 5 p.m.; with the events to start after the weighins are completed.

Saturday is scheduled to have nonstop activities. Free kid’s Day will be at Veterans Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Face painting, inflatables, and Sparkles the Clown will be some of the fun things for kids. In addition, the Kiddie Tractor Pull weigh-in starts at 12:15 p.m. and the pull will follow, immediately.

Kids will have the opportunity to be in their own parade. It will line up at 10:45 a.m. at the TVO Hall. It will advance to the park, with the parade judging to follow.

The annual bicycle drawing will take place after the Kiddie Parade. You must be in the parade to be entered into the drawing, and you must be present to win. Bikes are donated by the John Smigielski family, Ubly Auto Parts, Ubly Pub the Lady Jane, and Crop Production Services.

Mud Volleyball will start at 7 a.m. Saturday will and continue all day. The flea market starts at 10 a.m.

The Ubly Foxhunters Club will sponsor Hands-on Outdoor Activities for children.

A talent show is scheduled at the tennis courts starting at 2 p.m.

Sunday is another fun filled day. The Grand Parade starts at

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This year’s genre is beach oldies music, which will be delivered by the band Teen Angels. The group has been performing in the Detroit area for more than 30 years, and features a lot of summer-themed beach songs from artists such as the Beach Boys and Frankie Valli, among many others.

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Saginaw St. Louwers For the past three years, the 989-868-4165 concert has been done in conjunction with the Caseville Back to the Beach Triathlon, which takes place on Sunday, July 13. That event, which takes place at Caseville County Park, already has more than 500 athletes signed up for it.

For more information on the Summer Tribute Concert, contact the chamber at 989-856-3818. For more information on the triathlon, visit www.trytofinish.com.

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Harbor Beach Maritime Festival kicks off July 10

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

HARBOR BEACH — Over the past three to four years, the Harbor Beach Maritime Festival has changed its overall look. It still retains its family friendly atmosphere, but the days’ long roar of jet skis has become a thing of the past.

The festival is still held at the beach (at Lincoln Park). It still has great food, tons of kid friendly activities, and it has numerous teen and adult sports contests available. In lieu of jet skis, its main attraction is now music.

This is not to say jet skis are a thing of the past. Clark Ramsey, committee member, says there is still a day set aside to see the water fly and to hear the roar of the water machines at the beach.

“On Saturday, we have the local jet ski races,” he said. “H&R Block makes that possible.”

Last year, the amateur races were comprised of 23 to 25 teams. With four members per team, there were nearly 100 jet-ski racers involved in the event. Ramsey thinks about the same number will participate this year.

But the big news is the musical entertainment. Entertainers will perform Friday to Sunday at the park.

A large main stage will be erected on the beach. Another stage will be erected in the giant carnival-like tent on the north side of Lincoln Park.

Entertainment on the stages will rotate. Therefore, there is no conflict

in overlapping sound, and patrons can travel between stages without being torn as to which band to see.

There will be a minimum of 10 performances by the bands.

The amazing feature is the cost to patrons. The price is zip, nada, nothing. In other words, all band entertainment is absolutely free.

“The sponsors have made this whole thing work,” Ramsey said.

The cost for the musicians is in the neighborhood of $10,000.

The committee is very frugal with available funds, and it’s fortunate organizers can pull off what they do for the money they have to work with, Ramsey said.

He mentioned two bands in particular. In his terms, “Gut Bucket is a Super Band.” It is a combination of parts of four popular bands. This group will play in New York on Friday, and then fly to Michigan to perform at the Maritime on Saturday, July 12.

The band will be the main attraction on Saturday night. They will perform at 9 p.m. on the main stage.

They will take a break during the big fireworks display, and then play after the fireworks have ended.

Ramsey was particularly excited to have Rag Birds coming to the festival. They are a group that plays across the mid-west.

“They are the headliners for a lot of festivals,” he said. “You’d expect to pay up to $70 for a ticket elsewhere. Here, you see them for free.”

And lest one forgets, Sunday’s musical entertainment will be repeat

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“They are the headliners for a lot of festivals. You’d expect to pay up to $70 for a ticket elsewhere. Here, you see them for free,” said Clark Ramsey, festival committee member, of the band Rag Birds, which is performing at this year’s Maritime Festival. performances of the laugh-a-minute Dueling Pianos. Also on Sunday, the Zion Lutheran Fish Fry is scheduled to run 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. It is an excellent meal, and they have been known to run out of fish before they run out of patrons. So come early.

Maritime will have several athletic/sports competitions during the four days of fun. The event starts off Thursday with the ever popular bocce ball contest. Volleyball will take place on the beach on Saturday.

Call 989-479-3363 for information.

The Cornhole (beanbag) competition will be on Friday at 5:30 p.m.

The Annual 5K walk/run will start at the beach on Saturday at 8 a.m. Contact Jean Ferriby for infor-

mation at 989-479-5023 for more information.

Lastly, Zumba on the beach will take place 9 a.m. Saturday.

Poor man Promotions will sponsor a craft show behind the Frank Murphy Museum on Saturday and Sunday. The Harbor Beach Knights of Columbus Car Show also will be on the Murphy Museum lawn on Sunday. For information about the K of C event, call 989-415-3250.

Other fun events will include the Second Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest.

“The winner will take home the Traveling Championship Belt,” said Ramsey.

Watching contestants stuff them-

selves full of hot dogs should be fun enough. If not, the Koegel Cuties will help entertain during the contest. The Cuties are a group of 10 local ladies who will help bring a fun atmosphere to the contest. They are an offshoot of Clark’s Cuties from the popular Harbor Beach Game Show Series.

As with any festival worth its salt, the Maritime offers a plethora of fun things for kids. Of course, they will enjoy many of the things adults enjoy; the bands, Saturday night’s fireworks, concessions and dancing. But there are numerous things geared just for them.

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Bay Shore partnering with others to host MPX racing camp July 7-11

By Casey Johnson Tribune Staff Writer

SEBEWAING — Bay Shore camp hosts an array of athletic, youth and family camp activities throughout the summer, but one week-long ministry hones in on a sport involving helmets, speed, agility — and a whole lot of dirt.

Bay Shore camp, in partnership with Michigan Motosports Ministries and MPX Racing of Sebewaing are hosting a fiveday camp from July 7 to 11. The camp is designed for riders of all levels, from the most basic beginner to the highly advanced.

And it’s not all about the bikes.

“When I saw what the camp did for the kids,” said MPX Racing owner Craig MacPhee,

“I was sold.”

He said he wasn’t sure at first how God could come into motocross, but seeing the kids help each other not only through racing, but with life’s problems was touching.

Perseverance is the instructional and devotional theme for this year, and according to MacPhee, motocross is a sport that takes a lot of it.

But, he said the kids pull together and look out for one another. With age groups spanning grades 1 to 12, there is a variety of kids with differing experience levels and abilities.

“It pushes kids to their own level,” MacPhee said. “He/she rides in their own comfort zone.”

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DECKERVILLE — Deckerville Community Schools is scheduled to host a Deckerville Fantastic Family Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 1.

The event is set to consist of various booths to educate on a vast variety of topics that will benefit both parents and children.

Such booths include an immunization booth, dental health booth, poison control booth, germ booth, teddy bear clinic, operation booth, bicycle safety, car seat check, fire safety booth, disaster tent, stranger

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Ted Webb, marketing director at Bay Shore, said for around six hours a day of track time with professional trainers, the cost is unbeatable. And the progress is phenomenal.

“It’s amazing to see where they are at day one,” he said. “You can see the younger kids are timid, and by the end of the week their keeping up with the older ones.”

And this year, first-time campers will receive a $50 discount, and the first 40 campers to register will receive a $50 sponsorship from FLY Racing — redeemable for $50 worth of gear at FLY. Also, if a camper brings a first-time friend, they both receive a $50

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“We are trying to make it affordable for everyone,” MacPhee said.

“Bay Shore has pledged that no child will be left behind. If they want to come to camp, and have a hardship, we or they will figure out a way to make it happen.”

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The teddy bear booth is an interactive opportunity for children to bring their favorite stuffed animal to be examined.

And the stations are manned by many different organizations. The police department will host the stranger danger and just say no booths; the fire department will be at the fire safety station; and local libraries will cover the reading booth.

A variety of topics also will be covered at the booths, from health issues such as infant care/ breastfeeding to wilderness and first aid, essential oils, bullying and impaired driving.

According to MacPhee, the camp does not force the bible on anyone, and no one will be made to feel uncomfortable about their religious beliefs or practices.

Campers reside at Bay Shore for the week, located just miles away from the track, and are transported to and from the site daily. “(It’s amazing) to see the transformation in their hearts and at the track,” said Webb, “It’s a blessing to be able to offer this camp.”

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The Pet and Kids Parade will take place at 5 p.m.

Saturday. Inflatables will be set up near the festival for the younger kids. The Frog Jumping Contest has become one of the big events during this event. Information about this can be had by calling 989-479-9554. At 1 p.m., the Zion Motion Tumbling will perform in the big tent.

The Harbor Beach Conservation Club will sponsor a Hands-on Nature Display. This is in the big tent and will be present on Saturday. Live snakes, spiders, frogs, turtles and other critters will be on site to amuse and amaze he kids. Also, animal skeletons and fossils will be on display.

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SILVER $250 SPONSORS • Buchholz Transport • Damm’s Kubota Sales • Esch Landscaping, LLC • Gro Green Farms, Inc. • Highland Dairy, LLC • Lee’s Landscaping, Inc. • McCormick Motors • Nietzke & Faupel, PC • Scheurer Family Pharmacy • Smith Distributing Co. – Bud Light Lime • Tri-County Equipment • Wallace Stone Co.

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453-7400 Sidewalk Sales 11 am - Gone Art Show – Scheurer Hospital Prof. Center Thumb Area Quilters Guild Show – Winsor Gallery Noon - 9 pm Used Book Sale, Pigeon District Library Historical Museum Open – Downtown 12:30 pm Back-to-Back Pickup Pulls & Burnout – Recreation Park Back Parking Lot. Organzied by Al Collison, 1:30 pm 553-4388 Sunset Classic 5k Run – Scheurer Hospital 1 pm Sponsored by Scheurer Healthcare Network 2 pm

Sidewalk Sales Thumb Area Quilters Guild Show – Winsor Gallery 7 am - 6 pm Used Book Sale – Pigeon District Library 8 am Historical Museum Open – Downtown GRAND PARADE – Downtown. Organized by Agri-Valley Communications 453-4391 9 am - 5 pm Rotary Club Chicken BBQ – Recreation Park 9 am - 5 pm (Sponsored by Pigeon Rotary Club) 9 am - 5 pm KIDS’ INFLATABLES – Recreation Park 10 am - 5 pm (Sponsored by Supporters of Summerfest) 10 am - 4 pm Step It Up Dance Performance – Band Shell 6:30 pm (Sponsored by Step It Up Studio) Sherry’s Dance Studio Dance Show – Band Shell (Sponsored by Sherry Leipprandt) 8 pm Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pull Registration & Weigh-In Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pull – Lion’s Club Pavilion at Recreation Park (Sponsored by Gro-Green Farms) FRIDAY, JULY 18 4:30 pm KIDS’ GAMES – Lion’s Club Pavilion at Recreation Park; Candy Treasure Hunt & Watermelon Eating 7 am - 6 pm L.J. Gascho Furniture Sale – 8308 Haist Rd., Pigeon Contest (Sponsored by Supporters of Summer Fest) 8 am Garage Sale Weekend – Sales around town.

Organized by YFC, Pigeon Summer Rec 9 am - 5 pm Merchant’s Sidewalk Sales & Unique Crafters – 4:30 - 6:30 pm Kids Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos – Recreation Downtown Sidewalks Park 9 am - 5 pm Farmers’ Market – Downtown Parking Lot “THE WING FLING EVENT” – Recreation 5 pm 9 am - 5 pm Art Show – Scheurer Hospital Prof. Center Park (Sponsored by Supporters of Summerfest) 9 am - 4 pm Used Book Sale – Pigeon District Library The Sinclair’s Music Concert 9 am - 5 pm Thumb Area Quilters Guild Show – Winsor Gallery 5 - 9 pm 7 pm Wing Eating Contest (Sponsored by Shooter’s Grill) 10 am - 4 pm Historical Museum Open – Downtown 5 pm - Gone Serving Variety of Flavored Wings w/French Fries 1 pm Kids Town Wide Scavenger Hunt (Ages 10-15) – $1,000 CASH GIVEAWAY ($1,000 If present for Pigeon Hardware (Sponsored by Pigeon Hardware) 8 pm

drawing • $500 If not present for drawing) 4:30 pm - Gone Lion’s BBQ Dinner – Recreation Park (Sponsored by Lion’s Club of Pigeon) 6 pm - 9 pm FRIDAY NIGHT – Pigeon Band Shell Stage SUNDAY, JULY 20 The Flashbacks Music Concert (Sponsored by 11 am - 2 pm Car Show & Music by Ken Marotzke – Downtown; Supporters of Summerfest) Organized by Alec McCormick, McCormick Motors 8 pm Festival Queen Crowning (Sponsored by Thumb (Sponsored by McCormick Motors & Supporters of National Bank, Bay Port State Bank, & Pigeon Summerfest) Chamber of Commerce) Organized by Northstar 11 am Community Worship – Recreation Park Bank 453-3999 12 pm - 6 pm Mud Volleyball, 12pm Registration – Back 8 pm Princess & Prince Crowning (4-6 yrs) (Sponsored Recreation Park (Sponsored by Winsor Township

by Northstar Bank) Fire Department) Jeff Talaski 550-5712 8 pm Laker Alumni Co-ed Softball Tournament – 1 pm Mini Tractor Pull – Back Recreation Park Recreation Park. Organized by Laker School Alumni (Sponsored by E. Glenn Phillips Used Trucks & Equipment Sales and Thumb Truck & Trailer Co.) SATURDAY, JULY 19 Al Collison, 550-4388 2 pm Lawn Mower Races – Back Recreation Park; 9 am - 9 pm Laker Alumni Co-ed Softball Tournament – Al Collison, 550-4388 Recreation Park. Organized by Laker School Alumni 9 am - 3 pm Farmers’ Market – Downtown

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Youth for Christ benefit auction scheduled for July 12 Submitted to the Tribune

PIGEON — With ministry expanding in the Thumb, the Bluewater Thumb Youth for Christ Summer Benefit Auction on Saturday, July 12 at the Pigeon Recreation Park is more important than ever. It aims to bring the same variety in items, travel and experiences the largest benefit auction in the Thumb is known for.

For 36 years, businesses, churches and individuals have joined together in supporting the work Youth for Christ is doing in Huron, Sanilac and Tuscola counties with donations of gift certificates, services, travel packages, sports tickets, dining experiences and much more.

This year’s offerings promise to continue the tradition of excellence and excitement. Vacation packages include trips as close as the Great

Wolf Lodge and the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and as far as the Grand Beach Resort in Orlando, the Sheraton Broadway Plantation in Myrtle Beach and the Florida Keys. They include everything from weekend getaways to week-long vacations; from glamorous resorts to rustic cabins will be on the block.

“There is something for everyone at the summer benefit auction,” said Todd Cramer,

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executive director at Bluewater Thumb Youth for Christ. “We offer sports tickets, vacation packages and gift certificates for every service and product you can think of. We sell not only items, but experiences at the summer benefit auction.”

Souvenirs and memorabilia from the Detroit Red Wings, Pistons and Tigers will be on hand, as well as Michigan State

University football tickets. For the golfer, beautiful local and statewide courses have donated packages as well.

Some exciting offerings unique to this year’s auction include a pair of jet skis and trailer, converted and restored furniture and some beautiful handmade quilts, afghans and wood working items.

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CASEVILLE — As their motto reads, they harmonize the world. And this summer, the Sweet Adelines will return to Caseville to offer four-part harmony — barbershop style.

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The Tri City Chorus of Sweet Adelines will be hosting its 22nd annual Harmony Weekend at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2 at the amphitheater in the Caseville County Park.

The Tri City chorus, under the direction of Pat Osborne, will

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The newest offerings in Amish-made lawn and patio furniture will also be available alongside some of the best sellers from years past. Adirondack style chairs and gliders, windmills, fountains and patio sets will all be available. In addition to the lawn furniture, there will be some pieces from L.J. Gascho Furniture Co. “We also have a one-week stay this year at Crags Lodge in Estes Park, Colorado during the annual Elk Festival,” Cramer added. “Quilts and craft goods, fishing and camping equipment and a variety of electronics as well. One of the highlights is the variety of trees, shrubs, potted plants and flowers up for sale.”

The summer benefit auction is the largest fundraiser for Bluewater Thumb Youth for Christ, which places fulltime, trained staff people in local schools to work alongside the school, churches and community

organizations to provide positive experiences, mentoring and a balanced-life focus to teens.

Through programs, trips and events, as well as interaction at sports, concerts and in school, Campus Life staff build relationships with teens with the hope of leading them into better choices for life.

“As we continue to expand ministry and attempt to reach every young person in the Thumb, the summer auction becomes even more important to Bluewater Thumb Youth for Christ,” Cramer said. “We are trusting God for another great auction, and for exciting new opportunities to see great ministry happen.”

For more information about Youth for Christ, Campus Life or the Summer Benefit Auction or to donate, call 888-BL-THUMB (989-453-3239).

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the Mt. Pleasant chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, Mountainside Singers,” states a news release submitted to the Tribune. “Axiom were District champions in 2013 and chorus representatives in Las Vegas in 2014.”

There will be Sweet Adeline members from various choruses joining in the finale mass chorus under the direction of Linda Liddicoatt, the master director and renowned coach.

Many members will be camped at the park during the weekend, enjoying the beautiful beach and singing around the campfire.

The chorus will be collecting needed articles for the Huron County Safe Place, and if anyone would like to donate, call Stannette Maloskey at 989-856-4605 for a list of needed items.

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There is no charge for attending this concert, however, a free-will offering will be collected to offset travel expenses for performers. Attendees should bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit on. Also, if you have small children, feel free to bring them along, as Liddicoatt will bring them on stage and teach them a song.

Tri-City Chorus is a member of Border Lakes Region #2 of Sweet Adelines International (SAI), a non-profit worldwide ladies barbershop organization that performs four-part harmony music.

Barbershop singing is an original American Art Form, and if anyone is interested in learning more about barbershop harmony or joining Tri City Chorus, contact Stannette Maloskey for more information.

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Our Lady of Lake Huron Summer Festival set for July 26 to 27

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

HARBOR BEACH — The Our Lady of Lake Huron Summer Festival runs July 26 and 27. From 10 a.m. Saturday until late Sunday afternoon, the action, the fun, the food and the games will be nonstop. Add to this some popular music, and residents have one of the best church festivals in the area.

“The whole festival is to raise money for the school,” explained Festival committee member Karen Murphy.

The funds will be used to keep tuition costs down and to purchase some needed items for the school.

The biggest part of the fundraising will be the annual auction.

“As far as I know, last year’s auction was the biggest ever,” Murphy said. “Every year, we try to make the auction bigger and better.”

In addition to the auction, the festival committee has joined forces with Ray C’s the Extreme Store in Imlay City. Together, they will offer tickets to win a 2014 Kawasaki Mule, model 610 4x4.

The committee will sell only 300 tickets at $50 each. Ticket buyers have an excellent chance of winning the Mule. If all 300 tickets are not sold, the raffle

will become a 50/50 drawing.

The committee expects to sell the tickets with little problem.

The refreshment tent, the live and silent auctions open the festival on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Food and soft drinks will be available all day. The Mule drawing will take place at 2 p.m.

If weather permits, there will be a 4:30 p.m. outdoor Mass.

Adult action kicks in at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at that time and runs for two-and-a-half to three hours. Vegas style games start at 6 p.m. In addition, the Bocce Tournament also starts at 6.

According to Murphy, the Bocce Ball Tournament has grown and has become one of the most popular adult events of the festival.

Due to the large number of interested teams, the cutoff date for registration will be July 23.

The Annual Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament begins at 7 p.m., and live music will run until midnight.

Live music will be provided by Hooligans. The band is from the Port Sanilac area, and they play a variety of rock and roll, from the 1960s to the present.

Sunday’s events start with a 10:30 a.m. outdoor Mass (weather permitting).

The refreshment tent opens and Las Vegas Style Games start after Mass. Music will fill the air

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and dancers will fill the dance floor as Benny Prill and Friends will play under the big tent form 1 to 5 p.m.

The ever popular chicken and pork buffet dinner (catered by Al’s Restaurant) is scheduled to run from noon till 5 p.m. It should be noted the meal is well attended, and food often runs out well before 5. Those that love this type of offering should plan accordingly.

Of course, area kids have not been forgotten at this festival.

Inflatables will be available for children form 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday.

The inflatables will also be available to the children on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

A Kids’ Carnival starts at 11:30 a.m. Sunday. Snacks and food items can be purchased throughout the day.

Children can also dance to the polka offering of Benny Prill and Friends in the big tent. It is not unusual to see many kids and parents dancing together as polkas are played throughout the afternoon.

Also on Sunday, kids wanting to exert some real physical effort can register for the Pedal Pull at 12:15 p.m. The pull will begin at 1 p.m.

The day ends with the Annual Steak Raffle Drawing at 5 p.m.

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Recording star to perform July 11 in Bad Axe

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

BAD AXE — Josh Wilson, who was given the “Christian Songwriter/Artist of the Year” award from The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, will come to Bad Axe July 11 to perform in a small venue, get up close and personal with fans, and attempt to give area residents a concert of their lives.

Thirty years ago, Wilson was born in Lubbet, Texas. His father was a pastor in a local church and both parents were musically inclined.

“My parents gave me piano lessons in the fourth grade,” he said.

By the seventh grade, his fascination with guitars got the best of him and he began taking lessons.

“My first guitar was a cheap pawn shop guitar,” he said. “I just really fell in love with playing instruments.”

After graduation from high school, the performer attended Bellemont University in Nashville.

He studied piano, drums and several types of stringed instruments.

“In college, I really got into song writing,” he said.

The music and the ambiance of the city took him by storm.

“Everybody there is into music and it was a good fit for me,” he said.

For the past 12 years, he has made Nashville his home.

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He says two of the most recognizable venues he has played would be the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, the Riemann Auditorium in Nashville, and the Grand Old Opry.

He lists Third Day and Steven Curtis Chapman as two of the biggest groups/performers he has been on tour with. In fact, he toured twice with Chapman.

“I’m honored I was able to do that,” he said.

But all the fame and fortune has not been without costs. At one point, Wilson thought he was having a heart attack. It had all the pain and symptoms one might expect form a cardiac arrest. He was rushed to the hospital and was diagnosed with a panic attack.

“I was raised in the church,” Wilson said. “I came to know Jesus at an early age.”

He knew, first and foremost, he was created to follow Jesus. After the attack, he said, “I had to trust in Christ in a way like I never had before.”

“God has really taught me what it means to trust in him… and to say I can’t do this alone,” he added.

Afterward, the songwriter wrote Pushing Back the Darkness, a song related, in part, to trials in his life. It may not be quiet as popular as others he has written, but it is the song that impresses him the most.

Josh Wilson previously was named “Christian Songwriter/Artist of the Year.”

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Others include Before the Morning, Carry Me and I Refuse.

The performer’s schedule is extremely hectic. Before playing in Bad Axe, he will play in Auburn. After Bad Axe, he flies to Wisconsin for one performance, then heads back to Michigan where he will perform in the Grand Haven area.

All this will happen in a four day period.

“It’ll be a busy week end,” he said.

When asked why he would come to a small venue like Bad Axe, Wilson replied, “I’ll play anywhere people will listen.”

“Sometimes, the smaller places you play turn out to be the most incredible experiences,” he added. “I’m excited to come. I can’t wait to meet the fun folks of Bad Axe. I can’t wait, I’m sure it’s going to be

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Working through del Rey P r o m o t i o n s , J o s h Wi l s o n will perform at Faith Gospel Tabernacle at 6:30 p.m. July 11. He will perform with special guest, Livingstones.

According to Faith Gospel Tabernacle Pastor Mike Beeler, they are doing everything possible to make this a family friendly night. There will be only 400 tickets available. The cost is $8 in advance and $10 at the door. With the popularity of Josh Wilson, it is unlikely there will be tickets available on the night of the concert.

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Of course, bean soup will be part of the day’s offerings. This year, it can be purchased at the Port Hope Hotel, although it may be offered elsewhere. On hot August days, the local ice cream emporium often is a favorite stop for visitors.

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Port Austin players to host The Great Event Aug. 24

By Bill Diller For the Tribune

PORT AUSTIN — The Port Austin Community Playhouse has been a fixture in the artistic community of Huron County for decades. Dramas, musicals and comedies presented over the years have entertained thousands of people. Actors in those plays were not professionals, but merely everyday

people who had an interest in the performing arts. The shows drew audiences from throughout the county, and beyond, and sold every seat in the house repeatedly. Some people have attended play after play, year after year.

It takes a great deal of time and effort on the part of the players, and those behind the scenes, to continuously present entertainment of this caliber. It also takes a lot of money.

The Port Austin Community Playhouse is supported entirely by the funds the performances bring in, along with donations from supporters — and fundraisers, such as The Great Event. “The idea for the Great Event was conceived as a means to raise funds for an addition to the original building,” said Joyce Stanek, who works for the Port Austin Area Chamber of Commerce, and also is involved in the Port

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The town’s new fire hall will be open. Visitors can view the fire trucks and the rescue vehicles.

Demonstrations will be given by local firefighters. One of the biggest drawing cards for kids is the demo by firefighters spraying tons of water with their water cannon.

As kids and adults peruse around town, they can visit many displays. These are often provided by local residents, although several exhibitors come from across Michigan to showcase their wares, hobby ventures and collectables.

Port Hope Chamber of Commerce Secretary Patty Finan said organizers have e-mailed the usual entertainers and vendors.

Austin Community Playhouse (PACP). The playhouse is a converted movie theater in downtown Port Austin. It was purchased in 1975, and slowly transformed into a playhouse. Many fundraisers were held to operate and improve the playhouse, the largest of which is The Great Event.

“Over the years, PACP members sponsored bake sales, chicken dinners, Christmas tree sales, and a

“Most have a standing invitation,” she said.

The Eastern Michigan Music Makers have performed for the past couple years, and they also have a standing invitation to return.

Over the years, antique bike collectors have displayed bicycles dating to the mid and late 1800s. More often than not, they are dressed in costumes of that era. A black smith shop has been set up, with a blacksmith hammering hot steel for the enjoyment of visitors.

Last year, an antique phonograph/radio collection was on display. Weavers, spinning wheel operators and quilters were on

hand to show their wares and to demonstrate the techniques needed to create items of times gone by.

Perhaps the biggest drawing card of the festival is a tour of the Port Hope Jail House.

“Nearly 100 people signed the (attendees) book last year as they came through,” said Elaine Reinke, who noted many did not bother to sign the book. In particular, children and youth were more interested in being locked behind bars. “The kids had a kick with it.”

She said the jail is filled with parents and grandparents taking photographs of their family members behind bars. Which brings up the question: Who said you can’t have fun in jail?

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CASS CITY — While there will be plenty to do at this years Freedom Festival in Cass City, there are two events that seem to draw the largest interest.

The parade and fireworks.

“It was huge last year,” said Dee Mulligan, chamber administrator.

The parade lasted for a couple hours, and Mulligan said she was told the fireworks show was comparable to that of larger cities.

One of the best aspects of the display is the location.

Stationed behind the school, the show can be seen from almost anywhere in town, according to Mulligan.

But most of the activities will take place before dusk on Saturday.

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The finish line will be conveniently placed just a few blocks from the parade route.

Even though Saturday boasts the most events, there will be plenty of activities throughout the rest of the festival.

From craft shows to car shows, an array of events are offered for festival goers of all ages.

There will be food vendors, inflatables, tractor pulls and more.

“It’s a great way to get out and enjoy (the weekend),” Mulligan said.

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Aug. 17 is Parisville Summer Fest

By Rich Harp For the Tribune

PARISVILLE — The summer festival at Parisville, which is scheduled for Aug. 17, is an extremely popular one-day event.

It offers everything needed to have a great summer afternoon.

For decades, the event has been known as the St. Mary Parisville Summer Festival. Last year, it was renamed St. Mary & St. Patrick Catholic Churches Summer Festival. Whatever the name, the festival remains a great day of fun for both kids and adults. All proceeds go to benefit the parishes.

The annual polka mass will be held at 11 a.m., followed immediately by dozens of activities.

The ever-popular buffet chicken and ham dinner will be served for noon till 5 p.m. The refreshment/ music tent will operate until 9 p.m.

Jimmy K (band) returns this year. The Strongville, Ohio band

was a big hit in Parisville.

“He was here last year and he was good,” said Ron Hiller, who chairs the festival with the assistance of co-chair Mike Rutkowski.

Hiller said it is unusual to have a band play two years in a row, but Jimmy K was that good. In addition, Diddle Styx from Grand Rapids will perform. It is the first time in the area for the Styx.

The two bands will rotate performances during the day.

Dancing will take place from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. If last year’s event is any indication of this year’s festival, then the dance floor will be filled for eight solid hours.

The tent cover charge is $3 each or $5 per couple. There is an added incentive to those coming for the buffet dinner. Admission to the tent is free with dinner.

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As usual, a large farm/flee market will draw anyone looking for a deal. The annual horseshoe tournament is scheduled to return.

For those who enjoy games of chance, several opportunities will be available. There will be a Millionaire’s Party and a cash bingo. For the more adventurous, the annual Donkey Drop will be in play.

One may place a wager on the Donkey Drop or just watch the from the side lines. Whichever they choose, onlookers will find it a totally different type of entertainment.

A corral is set up with a number of identical sized squares built into the dirt floor. Each square is numbered. A well-fed donkey is released into the corral. Wherever the donkey relieves itself, will determine the winner(s) of the event.

And what would a church festival be without activities for the kids. Several kids’ games will be available. Nearly every child will be a winner in these games of skill. A big plus for parents is the price. All games are just 25 cents.

In addition, barrel train rides will be available, and they will run all day long.

Hiller said parish members have come to love and look forward to the annual day of fun.

“People can expect good times, good dancing, socialization and good food,” he said.

“This is your chance to see old friends and meet new ones.”

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CASEVILLE — If you’re looking for the “it” event to go to during the Cheeseburger in Caseville Festival, look no further than the Aug. 13 Parade of Tropical Fools.

For more than a decade, the Parade of Tropical Fools has been an entertaining affair, for both the fans and the participants alike — and the attendance at the event is proof of that. Organizers say that each year on that Wednesday evening, the parade is attended by over 60,000 people watching more

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To keep that momentum going, parade organizers tweaked a policy last year. Rather than charge the $10 button to each individual participant on a float, only the float itself must pay the fee. The change kept numbers at about even last year, with officials expecting to see an increase this time around.

“It’s definitely helped out, and I know there are a couple of new additions this year that are going to be pretty incredible,” said Caseville Chamber of Commerce President Steve Louwers. “What the Chamber

of Commerce is trying to do is actually increase the number of entrants, which exceeds 100. We’re doing it by making it more friendly to get in by not charging, where you have to have a button to participate in the parade.”

Louwers added that some floats would put 40 or more people on them, making it costly for float makers that may have already poured in thousands of dollars to construct their float. The move should free up more capital for float makers to indulge.

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CASS CITY — Snow cones, cotton candy, inflatables, car shows, music and more will all be present at this years Summer Mania in Cass City from July 31 to Aug. 2, and the best part is — it’s all free.

“It’s a nice way to spend the day,” said chamber administrator Dee Mulligan. “People are still struggling in our area and it’s so wonderful to see kids come up and see cotton candy and snow cones, and be told they’re free.”

The mania lasts for three days, but according to Mulligan, Friday is the most eventful.

From noon to 8 p.m. at Rotary Park in downtown Cass City, a plethora of activity will take place at no cost, courtesy of local business donations. “(Summer Mania) is a way for business owners to give back to the community,” Mulligan said.

Snow cones, cotton candy and inflatables will be available all day as well as other activities includ-

ing free car seat checks, and a free lunch for children 18 and under provided by Cass City Schools.

Food also can be purchased from venders, but Mulligan stressed that would be the only cost.

Registration for the car show begins at 5 p.m., with the event running from 6 to 8 p.m.

And participants also can enjoy free music in the park from 6 to 9 p.m. The only events that come at a cost are the many sales throughout the city.

Town-wide garage sales, which Mulligan said were a personal favorite during Summer Mania, run all three days. Also, a book sale at the Rawson Memorial Library is scheduled from Friday to Saturday.

Mulligan said Summer Mania is an important weekend because it brings a sense of community to the area, despite a disparity in income. The festival provides everyone with an opportunity to get out and do something fun.

“It’s nice to be able to do this for our community,” she added.

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“The amount of time and money they spend on these things is unbelievable,” Louwers said of the floats. “It’s a one-ofa-kind parade, no doubt about it.”

The creativity and the uniqueness of the floats in the parade is what Louwers said sets the Parade of Tropical Fools apart from the rest.

“It’s the creativity of these people,” he said. “Eighty percent of these floats you wouldn’t see in a normal parade, because they’re themed. It’s all themed towards Jimmy Buffet and cheeseburgers and parrots and things like that. So it’s the uniqueness of it.”

Added Louwers: “Even businesses that decide they want to promote their business in the parade are going to have a Jimmy Buffet theme on that float.”

Due to the immense popularity of the event, organizers

had to come up with a rule stating that you couldn’t put out chairs until the day of the parade, because they had chairs going up some 24 hours before the parade.

Louwers said one year, they counted more than 5,000 chairs lining the downtown streets that had been put up the night before the parade.

“My advice would be to get into town early on the day of the parade and come enjoy a lot of festivities,” Louwers said. “We have a lot of different contests and events going on during the day on Wednesday, so people can come in early, set their chairs out and go enjoy a lot of different festivities. And of course, one of the many, many different vendors for cheeseburgers.”

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CASEVILLE — In its 16th year of entertaining all ages with its laid-back vibe, the Cheeseburger in Caseville festival will take place Aug. 8-15.

This year’s theme is “Over a Million Served,” which is very fitting, considering the circumstances. With more than 100,000 cheeseburgers consumed each year by over 100,000 festival attendees, the cheeseburger festival definitely puts cows on notice each summer when August rolls around.

Caseville Chamber of Commerce President Steve Louwers said the festival was made from humble beginnings, when a challenge was thrown out to the public of Caseville to come up with a town festival.

That’s when school teacher Lynn Bezemeck stepped up to the plate and hit a home run with the idea of a wacky tacky type festival featuring beach music — basically a Jimmy Buffet type theme.

From there, organizers brought in a band that basically played for nothing, they sold buttons, and that’s about it. The festival grew from a few hundred attendees in the first few years, to what it is now.

“I’ve been president for rough-

ly 11 years now, and basically the first few years it just broke even,” said Louwers of the festival. “The reason why it took off, is because what we knew we had to do to recover the finances of it, was to get sponsors. Because of the fact that it was such a big festival, the sponsors jumped right on board because they knew it was good for their business.”

Added Louwers: “That reason is the only reason why we’re able to have the festival. If it wasn’t for our sponsors, there would not be a festival.”

Each year, the Cheeseburger Festival offers hundreds of events for festival goers over the course of its 10 days. The festival is highlighted by its Parade of Tropical Fools and the countless musical acts playing at the amphitheater in the Caseville County Park that pay tribute to the Jimmy Buffet theme.

Louwers, who is in charge of booking musicians, mentioned that musicians come from all across the country to take part — and he has at least five new acts coming this year.

“We realize the importance of keeping things fresh,” Louwers said.

Louwers said one of the best things about the festival is all the activities it offers children. On the first Sunday of the festival, there

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One of the most underrated events is the mud bath, which takes place at the Caseville Township Park on Thursday afternoon. Last year, around 400 kids swam and splashed around in the mud created by the Caseville Fire Department.

“It seems to get more popular year after year,” Louwers said.

The Cheeseburger Festival committee has also been good at adapting to suggestions. For example, organizers currently are in the process of finding new events for teenagers, because the biggest suggestions they have received are from that ago group, who say they have little to do.

Because of that, officials are working on getting an entertainment company to come in to put a party on for teenagers.

“I think the reason why people come here — we sell thousands and thousands of cheeseburgers, and we hit the nail on the head with the theme of the Jimmy Buffet and the beached out, relaxed atmosphere,” Louwers said. “But also, it’s about coming up with different things every year.”

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DECKERVILLE — For Marsha Pozsgay, there’s nothing better than small-town festivals.

For Deckerville, a town of about 830 people, the allure of the town’s annual Homecoming event is heightened by the fact that nearly all of the festivities are free of charge.

We’ve asked Pozsgay to rank the top five things to do at the 21st annual Deckerville Homecoming, which begins Friday, Aug. 1. Pozsgay is the vice president for the event, having served as past president for the last 20 years.

“It just brings everyone home,” she said. “It’s for family and friends to reunite at their hometown.”

HURON COUNTY — Starting July 27, the week-long Huron Community Fair will enter its 146th year.

“If you’re anybody, you’ve been there,” said Don Wheeler, fair secretary.

The fair’s flagship events are scheduled again for this year, from livestock shows and sales to amusement rides, tractor pulls to monster truck shows and the midway.

So what should you absolutely not miss?

We’ve asked Wheeler to compose a list of the top five things to do at the fair this year.

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No. 1: Tractor pull at Wilson Park The tractor pull starts at 5 p.m.

Friday, opening day. Pozsgay said the event won promoter

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This two-wheeled fun machine was one of the biggest attractions at last year’s Deckerville Homecoming Parade. of the year last year from the Thumb Tractor Pull Association.

“It’s a huge tractor pull,” Pozsgay said.

There is a cover charge for this event.

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No. 2: Fireworks behind Deckerville School Dusk will give way to colorful skies behind Deckerville School Friday, when a fireworks show starting around 10 p.m. caps the first day of homecoming.

“Whatever we collect, it’s going to go up in the air,” Pozsgay said.

Funds for the show are collected solely through donations, she said, and last year organizers marked the 20th anniversary with a $10,000 fireworks show.

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No. 1: Junior livestock and small livestock sale “The No. 1 thing I would do is the junior livestock and small livestock sale on Friday,” Wheeler said.

The junior auction sale of market beef, sheep, swine and prospect feeder begins at 9 a.m.

Aug. 1 in the swine barn area.

The junior livestock show begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 10 p.m. on the same day.

Wheeler said there will be about 500 kids bringing large livestock exhibits to the fair.

“The sale and exhibits is the real reason the fair was started in the first place,” he said.

“That’s what we were doing 146 years ago.”

No. 2: 4-H and FFA exhibits Also in the area of agriculture are the 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) exhibits. The exhibits are open on each day of the fair and fea-

ture horse and sheep shows along with goats, rabbits and chickens in the small animal building.

“It’s supposed to be an agricultural display of excellence,” Wheeler said.

No. 3: Monster truck show Next on Wheeler’s list is the monster truck show grandstand event on Monday, July 28. It begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children.

The trucks made their first appearance two years ago, racing side-by-side while smashing smaller cars, popping wheelies and catching big air.

No. 4: West Michigan Mud Runs The pro stock trucks of West Michigan Mud Runs take to the pits with races starting at 7 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 1.

West Michigan Mud Runs tour locations across Michigan, with a stop this year at the Huron Community Fair.

No. 5: Amusement rides A $15 ride bracelet buys activities at the midway, which opens at 5 p.m. Monday.

For a full schedule of times and events, visit www.huroncommunityfair.com.

Coming in below the radar is the 4-H horse show and llama show, which Wheeler said are both underrated events.

“It’s kind of hidden but it’s really a good thing,” he said.

One of the biggest things that Wheeler said is new and-

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From 32 different this year is Huron Medical Center ’s youth day and night on Tuesday.

Free activities are scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m., with a drawing afterward for a free bike and toy animal giveaway; petting zoo from 5 to 9 p.m.; pie eating contest at 6 p.m.; and pedal tractor pull from 7 to 9 p.m.

Wheeler touted the fair as the oldest continuous county fair in the state, and said plans are already in the works for the 150th anniversary to have new buildings in place and general improvements.

A gate fee of $3 buys entry into the grounds.

Children five years and younger get in free and parking is free.

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The Michigan Monster Truck Association roars into the Huron County Fairgrounds during the 2013 Huron Community Fair for the second straight year to put on its monster truck show. The fleet of monster trucks entertained a capacity crowd to side-by-side racing as well as a freestyle show.

Afterward, fans were able to get down on the track and meet the drivers while getting a close-up of the impressive trucks.

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Elkton AutumnFest rolls into town Aug. 29-31

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Contestants are neck-and-neck in last year’s lawn mower race. The lawn mower races will return this year. A new event that will be featured this year is a motocross event hosted by MPX Racing of Sebewaing.

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ELKTON — After much deliberation, planning and hard work, the Elkton AutumnFest celebration officially is in the works.

“It feels good that the community is working with us to get something going,” said chamber President Sandy Fritz.

Despite being behind on funding, things are looking up for the chamber and AutumnFest. With many events planned for the last weekend of August, it’s clear there is good reason to be optimistic.

Some activities certain to take place are the grand parade, chicken barbecue, enduro, bump-n-run, lawn mower races, tractor pulls and more.

An entertainment tent will not be provided this year in order to save on funding, but a variety of other activities fill the three-day schedule.

And this year something new is rolling into town: MPX Racing of Sebewaing will host a motocross event Friday night at the MotoPlex.

“I feel that the vibe out there is good (for the motocross event),” Fritz said. “I’ve already got some positive feedback about doing something different.”

Another unique opportunity is the veteran motorcycle run planned after the parade. Anyone can ride in the 60-mile trip that

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will end back at the Hitching Post, and Fritz said they also would like to have the motorcyclists ride in the parade.

For details on the ride, or how to register, call the chamber at 989551-PARK. There are many returning annual events as well.

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tinue all weekend with a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Elkton United Methodist Church, and a community worship service at the outreach center Sunday morning.

A kiddie tractor pull and TTPA tractor pulls will proceed through the afternoon.

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Perils of the fresh water seas XVIII: Lighthouses mark reefs Editors Note: The following is the 18th in a series of articles about Capt. Fred Davis’ encounters during 30 years of salvage work on Lake Huron. They have appeared in the Thumb Resorter the past six years.

As CEO and major stockholder of Thumb Marine Inc., a marine salvage company, I ran the operation of the company with a demand for total compliance and perfect execution.

I f u l l y expected all capt. fred of my men and davis women to be leaders. Each was expected to be able to take charge of any unforeseen situation that arose regarding our endeavors. I considered each member of my company as equal and treated them as such.

Thumb Marine at its peak was the second largest salvage service company of its kind on Lake Huron. We worked hand and hand with five Coast Guard stations and numerous marine sheriff’s departments along with the DNR. Our services were called in to assist in an area from north of Alpena to just south of Port Sanilac, including Saginaw Bay. Our belief was: “We never knew what to expect but were always prepared for the un-expected.”

During the many years of

operating my company, I always tried to be available to work alongside my crews. They knew if I didn’t immediately show up, I would soon be underway — until July 10, 1992. An 80th birthday event was planned for my mother down state that family members implored me to attend. Boat traffic had dropped off somewhat after the July 4 rush so I placed my office manager, Colleen, in charge. I gave her contact numbers to reach a company supervisor and I should any incidents occur.

That day began slow, Colleen reported when I called in, so I began to relax and enjoy Mom’s party never knowing that a big change was coming. At 3:20 p.m., a boater arrived at the office and requested a crew be sent to the Port Austin dock to change his props at dockside. At 4:10 p.m., a crew was dispatched to begin the job. Chris Roth, the supervisor in charge, called them reporting a strong storm was approaching the area. He advised the in-water work be put on hold until it passed.

At 4:20 p.m., the storm moved in with winds measured at 50 knots. At 4:23 p.m., a voice yelling SOS blared across the marine radio base in the office.

“My sailboat is locked on the reef next to Port Austin Lighthouse,” the caller said.

He said strong winds and seas were holding his vessel aground on the reef. The Coast Guard responded by telling him Thumb

Marine’s service was much closer, could respond faster and he was to call them.

At 4:25 p.m., Captain Mike Lantzy, a very experienced captain, was aboard his charterboat nearby.

He had seen the sailboat in distress as he began his run to the harbor when the storm approached. He maintained communications with the sailors, one of whom was a female and helped keep them calm until he could see the whaler approaching.

The people on the sailboat were advised to put lifejackets on, remain on the vessel and expect Thumb Marine to respond. As the storms intensity continued, it washed the sailboat around the lighthouse, pounding it on the rocks and Thumb Marine’s 22-foot-rough water commercial whaler was slowed by the rising sea conditions.

At 4:36 p.m., the Coast Guard reported they would be on scene in 30 minutes. Thumb Marine told them their whaler would not be able to reach the sailors. They had abandoned their crushed sailboat and swam to the Port Austin Lighthouse deck and climbed upon it.

The 22-foot whaler could not safely approach the lighthouse due to the very shallow water. It was determined Thumb Marine’s 21-foot whaler would be dispatched to get closer and attempt to remove the stranded sailors.

At 5:32 p.m., Coast Guard

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The 21-foot Whaler arrives to begin salvage. Note the waves along the reef and the crew member standing waist deep. vessel 347 arrived a quarter mile off the lighthouse and anchored a l o n g s i d e T h u m b M a r i n e ’s 22-foot vessel. A squall had moved in with heavy rain, lightening and strong winds. A plan was set to rescue the 38- and 35-year-old sailors from the lighthouse deck. At 5:55 p.m.,

the 21 whaler anchored and diver Mike Miller, with a 100-foot line, swam to the lighthouse. He secured the line to each of the sailors and assisted them to the 21 whaler where crew members helped them aboard.

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At 6:10 p.m., the very cold, shaken sailors were dockside where coffee and blankets had been taken to help warm them.

At 6:45 p.m., they were transferred to an ambulance due to possible hypothermia setting in and the news learned that the female was seven weeks pregnant. At 6:50 p.m., Chris and Matt met with the owner at the dock who had been waiting to have his props changed. He had monitored the rescue event and quickly agreed to wait until the next day to have his work done.

At 6:52 p.m., a crew of five men aboard the 21 whaler went back to the reef to secure the sail vessel with anchors so it could be salvaged the next day. It was crushed but had to be removed due to being a hazard to naviga-

tion and to avoid debris from the wreck floating ashore.

Sixteen men and the two vessels were able to salvage the remains of the vessel the next day. We learned both sailors were treated for hypothermia and were released from the hospital.

W h e n t h e Ta w a s C o a s t Guard crew returned to their station, they praised Thumb Marine’s two boat crews, saying they had displayed the utmost in professionalism and dedication. The station would later present a certificate to the company and members of the crews stating the belief lives were saved due to Thumb Marine’s response.

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

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The street in front of the playhouse was blocked off and a huge tent erected. Under the tent ticket holders were treated to dinner, dancing and entertainment.

“The plan was to print 1,500 tickets at $100 each,” Stanek said. “There were two prizes; 1st prize was a new Buick and 2nd prize was a new Oldsmobile. It certainly generated a lot of buzz.”

Unfortunately, they didn’t sell all the tickets.

The plan was reevaluated, and has been tweaked over the years.

As a result, The Great Event has become a successful fundraiser for the PACP. Because of its success, organizers have made significant improvements to the building, presented dozens and dozens of plays, and have even been able to set aside a portion of the money they generate for scholarships.

This year’s version of The Great Event takes place from noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 24. As in the past, it will be at the Port Austin Community Playhouse, 35 Railroad St., in Port Austin, and under a tent in the street in front of the playhouse.

“There will be live music and dancing, a dinner, refreshments, and 50/50 raffles and drawings,” Stanek said. “Of course, the highlight is the big raffle. First prize

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The Port Austin Community Playhouse is located in Port Austin. is $10,000 in cash. Second prize is $1,000, followed by 10 more prizes of $500 each. A total of 50 prizes in cash and merchandise is given away.”

Entertainment this year is provided by The Spring Street Boys, who specialize in 1960s and 1970s music — which fits this year’s ‘retro’ theme.

“You get into a special drawing if you wear something tiedyed, or with a peace sign, etc.,” Stanek said.

Tickets to The Great Event are

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A maximum of 500 tickets will be sold.

The money generated by this fundraiser will allow the members of the Port Austin Community Playhouse to continue bringing quality live performances to area visitors and residents. Attending The Great Event will provide you with good food, entertainment, and the chance to walk away with some cash in your pocket, along with the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting one of Huron County’s artistic fixtures.

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“We shoot for a $7,000 program,” Pozsgay said. “But if we collect more, we just keep putting it back into the program. For a small community, it’s pretty great.”

No. 3: Grand parade The grand parade is scheduled for noon Saturday, with a rain date set for 1 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 3.

This year’s theme is “Deckerville’s Super Heroes,” Pozsgay said.

She noted people can build floats around somebody they think is a super hero, whether it be Deckerville teachers or community leaders, or more well-known characters like Super Man or Bat Man. “It’s a big draw every year,” she said.

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No. 4: Deckerville Idol Contest Get your sing on in the 12th annual Deckerville Idol Contest.

The singing competition is open to all ages and starts at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Las Vegas Tent at Wilson Park. Cash prizes are awarded.

For the kids, the Whispering Pines Petting Zoo opens at 4 p.m. Saturday inside Wilson Park after the parade. A “pet parade” is scheduled for noon Saturday on Main Street, and the “space walk,” which includes inflatables, is open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

No. 5: Refreshment tent with performance from Hipakritz Relax at night with the beer tent at Wilson Park, which opens at 4 p.m. Friday and all day Saturday, closing at 1 a.m. on both days.

Michigan band Hipakritz returns for the second year to take the stage from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday.

There is a cover charge for this event.

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