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SHORELINE COMMUNITIES TO VISIT
Southwest Michigan 8 South Haven 10 Saugatuck/Douglas Area 14 Fennville 17 Holland 18 Zeeland 30 Grand Haven/Spring Lake Area 32 Grand Rapids 35 Muskegon 36 White Lake 38 Pentwater 40 Ludington 42 Manistee 44 Benzie County 46 Traverse City / Leelanau County 49/50
SHORELINE CALENDAR Area Farmers Markets Events Festivals Halloween Spooktaculars Arts, Crafts & Collectibles Holiday Celebrations
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*Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore was chosen by viewers of ABC’s Good Morning America as “the most beautiful place in America”. Read more about this area on page 46, 50 and our back outside cover.
Cover Photo: Ludington, Todd Reed Cover Inset Photo: courtesy Muskegon County Convention and Visitors Bureau Back Outside Cover: Sleeping Bear Dunes, Todd Reed Other photo contributors: Rhonda Cobb, Bill Cobb, Gerald R. Ford Museum, Greg Holcombe, Angie L. Martinez, Muskegon Museum of Art, Karen Jousma, and Sharon VanderBoon. Also, a special thank you to our Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau partners for their photo contributions.
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FARMERS MARKETS
Tuesdays
Allendale Through September 27, 11 am - 4 pm Heritage Town Square Plaza Parking Lot
Traverse City
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Manistee
Fridays
Allendale Through September 30, 11 am - 4 pm Heritage Town Square Plaza Parking Lot
Honor Through mid-September, 8 am - 2 pm Maley Park
Coopersville Through October, 2-7 pm Veteran’s Memorial Park
Muskegon Through December, 6 am - 3 pm Yuba & Seaway Drive
Ludington Through October 7, 3-8 pm North James Street Plaza,
Wednesdays
Saugatuck/Douglas Through October 7, 8 am - 2 pm Saugatuck/Douglas Green Market Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street
Benzonia Through mid-September, 9 am - 1 pm 5885 Frankfort Highway Coopersville Through October, 8 am - 1 pm N. Main Street Parking Lot Grand Haven Through October, 8 am - 2 pm Chinook Pier, under the Green Canopy Holland Through November 26, 8 am - 4 pm Eighth Street Marketplace Thompsonville Through October 5, 3-6 pm Crystal Mountain Resort Traverse City Through September 21, 8 am - 12 Noon Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market Parking Lot B, Downtown Traverse City
Thursdays
Allegan Through October, 8 am - 2 pm Water & Cutler Street Parking Lot Elberta Through October, 7:30 am - 1 pm Elberta Village Marina Muskegon Through December, 6 am - 3 pm Yuba & Seaway Drive Spring Lake Through October 13, 9 am - 2 pm Church Street
Saturdays
Fennville Through October, 8 am - 1 pm South Maple & West Fennville Streets next to City Hall Frankfort Through October, 9 am - 1 pm Open Space Park, Main Street November through April, 9 am - 1 pm Betsie Bay Inn Grand Haven Through October, 8 am - 2 pm Chinook Pier, under the Green Canopy Holland December 3 & 10, 8 am - 4 pm Eighth Street Market Place Manistee Through October 8, 8 am - 12 Noon Veterans Memorial Drive & Washington Street Muskegon Through December, 6 am - 3 pm Yuba & Seaway Drive Scottville Through September 24, 9 am - 12 Noon West Parking Lot South Haven September 10 through October 22, 8 am - 2 pm Downtown South Haven St. Joseph Through October 7, 9 am - 2 pm Lake Boulevard & Broad Street Traverse City Through October, 8 am - 12 Noon Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market Parking Lot B, Downtown Traverse City
Sundays
Beulah Through October 16, 2-5 pm Myers Granary Antique Market
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Cadillac
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Ludington
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Pentwater Silver Lake
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Whitehall/ Montague
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Muskegon
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Grand Haven Spring Lake
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Zeeland
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South Haven Benton Harbor St. Joseph
Kalamazoo
New Buffalo
local information Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council 269-925-6301 • www.swmichigan.org South Haven Convention & Visitors Bureau 1-800-SO-HAVEN (76-42836) www.southhaven.org Holland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 1-800-506-1299 www.holland.org
Muskegon County Convention and Visitors Bureau 1-800-250-9283 www.visitmuskegon.org White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce 1-800-879-9702 • www.whitelake.org Pentwater Chamber of Commerce www.pentwater.org, 866-869-4150 Benzie County Visitors Bureau 800-882-5801 • www.visitbenzie.com Traverse City Downtown DDA www.downtowntc.com, 231-922-2050
A P P R O X I M AT E D R I V I N G T I M E S South Haven to Saugatuck/Douglas .................................................20 minutes South Haven to Kalamazoo.................................................................55 minutes Saugatuck/Douglas to Holland...........................................................15 minutes Holland to Grand Rapids ....................................................................35 minutes Holland to Allegan .............................................................................. 25 minutes Holland to Grand Haven .................................................................... 25 minutes Grand Haven to Muskegon............................................................15-20 minutes Muskegon to White Lake Area ...........................................................20 minutes White Lake Area to Silver Lake Area .................................................. 25 minutes Silver Lake Area to Pentwater ........................................................ 10-15 minutes Pentwater to Ludington ..................................................................15-20 minutes Ludington to Manistee ....................................................................... 30 minutes Manistee to Benzonia ......................................................................... 30 minutes Sleeping Bear Dunes to Suttons Bay ................................................. 30 minutes Benzonia to Interlochen ..................................................................... 25 minutes Interlochen to Traverse City .......................................................... 20-25 minutes Suttons Bay to Traverse City.......................................................... 20-25 minutes
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Festivals........ 6 Halloween Events .......... 7 Arts, Crafts & Collectibles ................... 27 Holiday Celebrations ... ..............28-29
We suggest that you call ahead to confirm the details before finalizing your plans. Most times the convention and visitors bureaus in the area are the best to contact - listed on page 3. ONGOING Through September 25 2nd Annual Regional Juried Art Exhibit South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven Through September “Early 20th Century Team Photos” Holland Museum, Holland Through September Free Tours - Hackley & Hume Historic Site Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12 noon - 4 pm
Through October 3 “Your Picture Here: An Exhibition of Faces in Places that Define Saugatuck & Douglas” Saugatuck Center for the Arts, Saugatuck September 8 - October 20 “Farm Fresh” Art Exhibit Nuveen Community Center for the Arts, Montague Through October 23 “International Connections: Selected Works of Art from the David W. Baas Collection” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Through October 28 “Victoriana” Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon September/October U-pick apples Crane Orchards, Fennville September/October Crane Orchards Hayride Weekends Crane Orchards, Fennville Open weekends only from 12 noon to 5 pm for as long as the U-pick apples are available.
September/October Corn Maze Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era Through November 6 “Neighbors: Photography by David and Kathy Myers” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Through November 6 “Local Interest: Photography from The Muskegon Chronicle Archives” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon
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Through December 30 “Unsolved Mysteries: The Shipwreck Thomas Hume” City Barn at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site, Muskegon Through December 31 “Serving You for 75 Years” Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Through December 31 “Dutch Arcadia: 19th Century Romantic Landscapes” Holland Museum, Holland September 21 - December 31 “Sculpture Today: New Forces, New Forms” Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids Through January 8, 2012 “Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World” Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids
This exhibit presents artifacts related to Benjamin Franklin’s inventions, including bifocals, the Franklin stove, the armonica (glass harmonica), microscope, and his activities in publishing, firefighting, postal service, libraries and education, abolition of slavery, and diplomacy and government.
Through February 19, 2012 “Tiny Treasures” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Through July 31, 2012 “Bling: A History of Costume Jewelry, 1920-1970” Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven
SEPTEMBER September 9-17
Allegan County Fair Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 10 - October 31 Fall Fun, 9 am - 6 pm Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era September 16 Live Mannequin Night Downtown Holland September 16 Friday Night Conversations: ArtPrize Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids September 16-17 West Michigan Symphony, “Oh, What a Night!” 7:30 pm Frauenthal Center, Muskegon September 16-17 Paint the Town Downtown Zeeland Watch local artists at work throughout town.
September 16-18 Bangor Harvest Festival Bangor September 16-18 Michigan Irish Music Festival Heritage Landing, Muskegon September 16-18 Tulip City Gem & Mineral Show Holland Civic Center, Holland September 16 - October 30 “Posters, Fans & Songbooks: 19th Century Prints by Toulouse-Lautrec and his Contemporaries” Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph September 16 - October 31 Chrysanthemums and More! Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park September 17 Scottville Harvest Festival Parade, 1 pm Downtown Scottville
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September 17 4th Annual Barbeque & Brew Fest Downtown Glen Arbor September 17 Holland Rescue Mission Benefit Car Show Immanuel Church, Holland September 17 Ronnie Milsap Little River Casino Resort, Manistee September 17 Leland Heritage Festival Downtown Leland & Fishtown September 17 Saugatuck Douglas Heritage Festival Saugatuck/Douglas Area September 17 Clothesline Art Show, 10 am - 2 pm Wicks Park, Saugatuck September 17 Morton House Cemetery History Walk Crystal Springs Cemetery, Benton Harbor September 17-18 Fall Family Day & Herb Festival Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids September 17-18 Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival Centennial Park, Holland September 17-18 Heritage Harvest Days and Civil War Muster - “Return to Bull Run” Van Raalte Farm Park, Holland September 17 – October 8 ‘Gallery Exhibition: A Lifetime of Art: Retrospective of Selected Area Artists” Ludington Area Center for the Arts, Ludington September 18 House of David Echoes vs Chicago Salmon Eastman Field, Mary’s City of David, Benton Harbor September 18 Blessing of the Animals & Farm Olympics, 1:30 pm Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm, Freesoil September 18 Hospice Harbor Walk, 2-4 pm South Haven September 20, 2011 January 15, 2012 “To the Rescue with ‘Lil Red #7” exhibit Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids September 21 Song Swap Foundry Hall, South Haven September 21 ArtPrize Artist Meet & Greet, 7 pm Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids September 21 - October 8 Grand Haven ArtWalk 2011 Downtown Grand Haven September 21 - October 9 Art Prize Downtown Grand Rapids & Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park ArtPrize offers the largest art prize in the world and is open to any artist in the world.
September 21 - December 31 “Sculpture Today: New Forces, New Forms” Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids
An invitational exhibition of emerging sculptors.
September 22 “VW Bug Makeover” exhibit opens Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids
Take a test drive in the museum’s recently tuned up VW Bug!
September 23-24 AAUW Annual Used Book Sale Holland Civic Center, Holland September 23-24 Oktoberfest West Michigan John Ball Zoological Garden Park, Grand Rapids September 23-24 Indie Rock Music Festival Grand Haven September 24 Open Hours at Marilla Museum and Pioneer Place, 2-4 pm Marilla September 24 Fall Fest, 10 am - 5 pm North Mears Parking Lot, Whitehall
September 24 Du North Duathlon Manistee September 24 Foghat Little River Casino Resort, Manistee September 24 “Evita” Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor September 24 ArtPrize Art Walk Downtown Grand Rapids September 24 Park2Park ½ Marathon & 5K Holland September 24 2nd Annual Tri-City Heritage Tour North Berrien Historical Museum, Coloma September 24-25 Allegan Historic District Home Tour Allegan September 24-25 Autumn Air Fall Festival Fernwood Botanical Gardens & Nature Preserve, Niles September 24-25 Fall Festival Arts & Crafts Fair On the Village Green, Pentwater September 25 Allegan Antique Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 25 Concert On the Hill: OCTET St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Beulah September 25 “Committed” Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs September 25 2011 Apple Cider Century Bicycle Tour Three Oaks, MI September 29 - October 1 Four Flags Area Apple Festival Niles September 30 Critical Discourse Ladies Literary Club, Grand Rapids Share your opinions on the works selected as the Top 10 ArtPrize finalists.
September 30 - October 1 “The Carve IV” Holland
Culinary student ice sculpting competition.
September 30 - October 9 Grand Valley Shakespeare Festival Grand Valley State University, Allendale September 30 - November 13 “Metamorphose” South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven
Metamorphose is an exhibit of new media artworks exploring surrealism and the identity of a new art movement.
OCTOBER Saturdays in October
Bottle House Museum open Saturdays only, 12 noon - 4pm Kaleva
Fishermen will want to see the Makinen Tackle Collection.
Through October 1 Four Flags Apple Festival Niles October 1 White Lake Area Guided Nature Walk White Lake Area On the first Saturday of the month, naturalists lead guided tours of local natural areas talking about native plants and wildlife.
October 1 Fall Fun Fest, 4-7 pm Brethren Heritage Museum, Brethren
Enjoy pumpkin painting, bobbing for apples, and Native American activities. Hot stew, corn bread, and dessert will be served. Donations welcome.
October 1 Weko Beach Brewers Fest Bridgman October 1 DeGrandchamp’s Cranberry Harvest South Haven October 1 Oktoberfest Downtown Ludington
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October 1 Happy Apple Days / Annual Fall Festival Downtown Traverse City
Merchants share apples with customers as they browse shops decked out in fall splendor.
October 1 Holland Symphony Orchestra Season Series, “Classics I” Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland October 1 St. Simon Applefest St. Simon Family Center & Gym, Ludington October 1 Scottville Old Fashioned Barn Dance, 5-10 pm Scottville Riverside Park, Scottville October 1 Autumn Glory Day, 10 am - 4 pm Bear Lake School, Bear Lake
Enjoy the Quilt & Fine Art show plus food, live music, a pumpkin chuck contest, quilt raffle, pumpkin patch, children’s activities, and more.
October 1 Oktoberfest, 12 noon - 8 pm Downtown Douglas October 1 Fall Fest East End Park, Grand Haven
Watch as re-enactors recreate what it was like to be a fur-trader in the tri-cities area in the 1800s.
October 1 Oktoberfest St. Joe Kickers Sport Club, Berrien Springs October 1 Lumber Baron’s Ball Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon October 1-2 Annual Blue Coast Artists’ Fall Tour, 10 am - 6 pm South Haven to Saugatuck October 1-2 Benzie County Fall Festival Beulah and Benzonia October 1-2 Grand Valley Renaissance Festival Grand Valley University, Allendale October 1, 8, 16, 22 Jammin’ in the Vineyard Round Barn Winery, Baroda Live music and wine tasting.
October 1-30 Exhibit by Artist Steven Donley White River Gallery, Montague October 2 “The City of Tomorrow” Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs October 2 6th Annual Betsie Valley Run Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 2 “Kids’ ArtFest 2011: A World of Creativity” Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids October 2 White Lake CROP Hunger Walk Montague October 2 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph October 3-23 Crystal Spa Days Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville
Enjoy select services and experience the tranquility of this luxury oasis.
October 5 Song Swap Foundry Hall, South Haven October 6 Fall History in Action Day Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 6 Pumpkinfest - Dinner On Us, 5 pm Downtown Zeeland Downtown merchants cook and serve FREE dinner to the community.
October 6-8 Zeeland Pumpkinfest “Harvesting Goodwill” Downtown Zeeland October 6-9 Paint Our Towns Pink Benton Harbor & St. Joseph
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October 7 “An Evening with George Winston” Frauenthal Center, Muskegon October 7-8 Wedding Walk 2011 Downtown Holland October 7-8 Fiber Festival Old Art Building, Leland October 7-8 Autumn Days, 10 am -5 pm Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 7-8 Viva Little River - An Elvis Tribute Little River Casino Resort, Manistee October 7-8 Buster Keaton Society Convention & Film Festival Frauenthal Theater, Muskegon October 7-9 15th Annual Oktoberfest & Classic Car & Hot Rod Show Pentwater October 7-9 Annual Pulaski Days Celebration Grand Rapids October 8 Pentwater Home Tour & Used Book Sale, 10 am - 4 pm Pentwater October 8 Art & All That Jazz Douglas
Stroll through galleries and shops, listen to mellow jazz, grab a drink, have a bite, and dance in the streets of beautiful downtown Douglas.
October 8 Empire Heritage Days Empire Museum Complex, Empire October 8 Fire Truck Parade Downtown Holland
Antique and modern fire trucks parade down 8th Street from College Avenue to the fire station.
October 8 5th Annual Lakeshore Harvest Country - Road Rally Riverbend Farms, South Haven/Saugatuck Areas
A rollicking ride through the countryside - it is not a race! Follow clues to farms and other notable locations in your own car. This familyfriendly ride through the countryside will take about three hours - including closing festivities.
October 8 Onekama Fall Funfest Village Park, Onekama October 8 Barns & Byways Tour, 10 am - 5pm Ludington October 8 Pumpkinfest White Lake Area October 8 Luncheon & Style Show Gull Landing, Pentwater Proceeds benefit Oceana County Animal Friends. October 8 Harvest Festival Downtown St. Joseph October 8 New Buffalo Wine & Harvest Festival Downtown New Buffalo October 8 5th Annual Harvest Party / Pig Roast, 12 noon - 3 pm Whitehall October 8 Taste of Mason County, 6-9 pm Ludington Area Center for the Arts, Ludington October 8-9 34th Annual Gallery Stroll Weekend, 12 noon - 5 pm Saugatuck/Douglas Area October 8-9 Benzie County Fall Festival Beulah and Benzonia October 8-9 Western Michigan Old Engine Club Tractor Pulls Scottville October 9 Holland Train Show, 10 am - 3 pm Holland Civic Center, Holland October 9 Last sailing day of the season for the S.S. Badger Ludington
October 9 One Sky, One World International Kite Fly for Peace Charles Mears State Park, Pentwater October 9 Chili Cookoff, 1-5 pm Downtown Saugatuck
Enjoy chili from your favorite area restaurants while listening to local performers.
October 11 West Michigan Drum Circle Shore Acres Park, Near Felt Mansion, Saugatuck October 13-14 “See the Site in a Different Light,” 4:30-6:30 pm Hackley & Hume Historic Site, Muskegon
Special tours of the homes of Muskegon’s most famous lumber barons featuring the carvings of the Hackley House. Reservations required.
October 13-16 “Hairspray,” Muskegon Civic Theater Frauenthal Center, Muskegon October 14 - December 31 “Van Raalte the Visionary: The 200th Birthday of Holland’s Founder, Albertus Van Raalte” Holland Museum, Holland Oct. 14-16 & 21-23 “Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” Historic Ramsdell Theatre, Manistee October 14-23 “Crème de la Crème!” Manistee Art Institute, Manistee Small works from well-known artists on exhibit. October 15 Depot to Depot Fall Color Tour White Lake Area and Muskegon
Experience vibrant fall color along the lakes and through the dunes as you travel from the White Lake Depot to the Muskegon Union Depot on one of Michigan’s most scenic drives.
October 15 6th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 15 Tour de Tykes Bike Race Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 15 Fall Fest Marilla Museum and Pioneer Place, Marilla October 15 Fall FunFest Day, 11 am - 4 pm Coghlin Park, Saugatuck October 15-16 Fall Bonsai Show Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids October 16 Five by Design’s “Radio Days” Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor October 19 Song Swap Foundry Hall, South Haven October 20-23 Frankfort Film Festival Garden Theater, Frankfort October 21-25 Holland Founder’s Fest Celebration Holland Armory and other locations in West Michigan A celebration of the 200th birthday of Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, founder of Holland.
October 22 Whirlpool 100th Celebration, Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor October 22 Downtown Holland Groove Walk, 9 pm Downtown Holland 11 Different Bands. 11 Different Locations. All in Downtown Holland!
October 22 Fall Frenzy Downtown Leland and Fishtown Enjoy end of season sales, cider, and donuts. October 22 Fan Halen Little River Casino Resort, Manistee
October 22 “Pop Go the Sailors - Home Again” Frauenthal Center, Muskegon October 22-23 Hands-on Porcelain Workshop, 10 am - 4 pm Khnemu Studio, South Haven October 23 Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra Concert, 4pm Benzie Central High Schoo Auditorium, Benzonia October 23 The Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor October 23 Francesca Battistelli Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs October 23 Bridal Show 2011, 11 am - 3 pm Little River Casino Resort, Manistee October 23 Star of Saugatuck Last Trip of the Season Saugatuck October 25 “C. Schoenknect & W. Paul Sculpture Lecture: Sean Henry” Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids October 26 David Sedaris Live Frauenthal Center, Muskegon October 28 Monty Python’s “Spamalot” & Holy Grail Ale Party Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor October 28-29 West Michigan Symphony, Brahms Symphony #3 Frauenthal Center, Muskegon October 28-30 Ski & Snowboard Sale at Mountain Sports Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 29 Claudio Gonzalez & Carlos Flores Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs October 29 Mr. Speed - America’s KISS Tribute Little River Casino Resort, Manistee October 29 Ski Swap, 9 am - 4 pm Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 30 The Closing Open Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville
A unique cross-country golf event. Put together a three-person scramble team for a day of golf, hot chili, soup, and prizes.
October 31 Open Hours at the Kaleva Bottle House Museum, 12 noon - 4 pm Kaleva
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Writers Series Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids November 1-30 Artist Marilyn Ryan White River Gallery, Montague November 1-30 Lake Michigan Art Walk Downtown Muskegon November 3, 2011 - January 15, 2012 “Ancient/Modern: Textiles by Frank Connet” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon November 3 Autumn Harvest Dinner Fenn Valley Winery, Fennville November 4-5 Holland Gallery Walk Downtown Holland
Participating galleries will showcase artists and their works, hors d’oeuvres, and libations. Friday walk hours, 6:30-8:30 pm; Saturday hours, 12 noon - 4 pm.
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ollowing is a sampling of upcoming festivals and events. Mark your calendar now so you won’t miss a moment of merriment. Please consider calling ahead for more information and to reconfirm dates and times. (We suggest using the local information contacts listed on page 3.) September 2-5 Shoreline Spectacular Downtown Muskegon
Car show/parade, motorcycle show, human foosball tournament, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, battle of the rock air bands, paint ball games, dog and cat petting and adoption, poker walk, beverage tent with music, children’s area with games, art, craft fair, food court, and much more.
September 2-5 Breakwater Festival Pere Marquette Beach, Muskegon September 3-4 Hart Heritage Days Hart Historic District
Discover the rich historical and architectural heritage of the Saugatuck-Douglas area. Hosted by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. Visit www.sdhistoricalsociety.org, for details.
This competition will present creative uses for salvaged materials.
Enjoy activities in the Historic District where buildings from the past have been moved and restored for all to view.
September 8-11 Antique Engine & Tractor Show Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven
Hundreds of antique engines and tractors are on display during the four-day show. Other activities include outdoor flea market, equipment parades, blacksmith shop, saw mill and shingle mill demonstrations, and musical entertainment. Lots of kids activities too!
September 9-10 Annual Silver Lake Apple & BBQ Cook-Off Festival Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area
All day activities include crafts show, fresh farm produce, entertainment, golf scramble, and apple pie contest.
September 9-11 Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival Paw Paw
A grape time for everyone! Grape stomp, fireworks, parade, car show, craft show, and several entertainment stages. Wine tasting, beer tent, and more.
September 9-17 Allegan County Fair Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 10 Barodafest Baroda
A small-town festival with live entertainment, kids games, crafters, food vendors, tractor pull, Duck race, and more
September 10 Port City Street Fair Downtown Manistee
Enjoy autumn at the Port City Festival in historic Manistee. Stroll the scenic Riverwalk and enjoy entertainment, food, an antique car show, arts and crafts, historic building tours, special exhibits, and more.
September 15-17 Scottville Harvest Festival Downtown Scottville
Ox roast, midway carnival, annual queen and princess contests, farmers market, grand parade, horse shoe tournament, garden and antique tractor pulls, the Scottville Clown Band, and entertainment tent.
September 16-18 Bangor Harvest Festival Bangor
Craft show, antique and classic car show, quilt show, children’s events, food, and family fun.
September 16-18 Grand Haven Salmon Festival Grand Haven Municipal Marina
Music, wine tasting, gourmet salmon cook-off contest, beer and entertainment pavilion, art fair, and fishing contest.
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Three days of Irish and Celtic music, vendors, food, and fun.
September 17 8th Annual Heritage Fest Saugatuck/Douglas Area
September 17 2011Annual Green Art Fair Douglas Valley Winery, Manistee
Come celebrate the last few days of summer at the most beautiful beach in West Michigan.
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September 17-18 Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival Centennial Park, Holland Free festival celebrating Latino culture through art, film, music, dance, and more.
September 21 - October 9 Art Prize Downtown Grand Rapids & Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids
ArtPrize offers the largest art prize in the world and is open to any artist in the world.
September 23-24 Oktoberfest West Michigan John Ball Zoological Garden Park, Grand Rapids September 24 Fall Fest Arts & Crafts, 10 am - 5 pm North Mears Parking Lot, Whitehall
Farmer’s market, live entertainment, arts and crafts, cider mill, hayrides, and food vendors.
September 29 - October 2 Four Flags Apple Festival Niles
Four day festival with carnival rides, food vendors, arts and crafts on Saturday and Sunday, parade, live entertainment, and more.
October 1 Douglas Oktoberfest, 12 noon -8 pm Downtown Douglas
Fun for the whole family! Parade, rifle ceremony, tapping of the keg with Alphorn performance, bier tent, food court, traditional German bands, dancing, kinderplatz kids games, root beer barrel roll, face painting, and sack and mug races.
October 1 Oktoberfest Downtown Ludington
Music, food, games, craft fair, and many more events make up this day of fun.
October 1 Fall Fun Fest, 4-7 pm Brethren Heritage Museum, Brethren
Enjoy pumpkin painting, bobbing for apples, and Native American activities. Hot stew, corn bread, and dessert will be served. Donations welcome.
October 1 Fall Fest East End Park, Grand Haven
Watch as re-enactors recreate the life of fur traders in the tri-cities area in the 1800s.
October 1-2 Benzie County Fall Fest Beulah and Benzonia
Enjoy pumpkin chucking, gourd and pumpkin carving by masters, kids’ activities, and more.
October 6-8 Zeeland Pumpkinfest “Harvesting Goodwill” Downtown Zeeland
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October 7-8 Buster Keaton Society Convention & Film Festival Frauenthal Theater, Muskegon
Film and vaudeville star, Buster Keaton, grew up in the Blufton Neighborhood of Muskegon. This tribute features some of his film and television footage, a tour of the Keaton family home, and more.
October 7-9 Annual Pulaski Days Celebration Grand Rapids
This annual celebration commemorates and honors revolutionary war hero, General Casimir Pulaski. Local private clubs open their doors to the public to promote Polish music, food, and dance.
October 7-9 Goose Festival Fennville October 7-9 15th Annual Oktoberfest & Classic Car & Hot Rod Show Pentwater
Car show, chili cook off and streusel bake off, entertainment tent, live auction, sprint for the stein, barrel race, face and pumpkin painting, music, chicken and polka dance contest, beer, brats, and kraut. MSU football on the big screen.
October 8 Pumpkinfest Montague
Celebrate the icon of fall, the pumpkin, with pumpkin decorating, seed spitting contests, pumpkin carving, the largest pumpkin competition, and the pumpkin roll down Dowling Hill.
October 8 5th Annual Harvest Party / Pig Roast, 12 Noon - 3 pm Whitehall October 8 Onekama Fall Funfest Village Park, Onekama
Craft and food vendors, bounce house, wagon, pony, and miniature train rides, plus face painting, and more.
October 8 Harvest Festival Downtown St. Joseph October 8-9 Benzie County Fall Fest Frankfort and Elberta
Enjoy pumpkin chucking, gourd and pumpkin carving by masters, kids’ activities, and more.
October 15 Fall Fest, 2-5 pm Marilla Museum and Pioneer Place, Marilla
Pumpkin painting and carving, campfire and hotdogs, and “screaming” apples.
October 15 Fall FunFest Day, 11 am - 4 pm Coghlin Park, Saugatuck
Pumpkin carving, pumpkin launch, pie eating, food vendors, band, tug-of -war. Great family fun!
October 20-23 3rd Annual Frankfort Film Festival Garden Theater, Frankfort
Enjoy the best films from prestigious festivals worldwide at the recently restored Garden Theater.
December 3 Nouveau Fest, 1-5 pm Fenn Valley Vineyard, Fennville
Taste the first wines from the 2011 vintage, hors de oeuvres, and cellar tasting tours. A great way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends.
January 21, 2012 Winter Delights : A Festival of Wine, Food & Jazz Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center, Benton Harbor January 21-22, 2012 White Lake Annual Perch Festival Montague
Ice fishing tournament, chili cook off, fish dinner, and more.
January 26-29, 2012 Grand Haven Winterfest Grand Haven January 31 - February 4, 2012 Snowfest 2012 Downtown Muskegon
Great events that include snow volleyball, trivia, a game night, broomball, and our famous soup and chili cook-off.
February 3-5, 2012 Ice Breaker Festival Downtown South Haven
Ice carving, Chili cook-off, Texas hold-‘em, ice skating, and more.
February 10-12, 2012 Magical Ice Carving Festival Downtown St. Joseph February 11 & 18 Hart & Pentwater Winterfest Hart & Pentwater February 11, 2012 Winterfest in Benzie County Beulah & Benzonia
Fun Activities for the whole family, including a frozen fish toss, a chili cook off, turkey bowling, bonfire on the beach, fireworks and more.
February 17-19, 2012 Cherry Capital Winter Wonder Fest / Downtown’s Sweetheart of a Sale Downtown Traverse City
Enjoy President’s Day weekend with live music, ice sculptures, Frozen Bed Races, a Soup’r Bowl Competition, Monster Dog Pull, and more.
February 17-20, 2012 Winterfest Weekend Saugatuck/Douglas Area February 18, 2012 Winterfest Empire and Glen Arbor February 18-19, 2012 Shiver By the River Frankfort
Snow Activities, Ice Cravings, Snowmobile Sno Cross Races and More.
February 25, 2012 Outhouse 500 Coopersville March 10, 2012 St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade Saugatuck/Douglas Area Mid-March, 2012 2nd Annual Benzie County Water Festival Frankfort
Celebrate the waters of Benzie County. Listen to world-class Michigan musicians and speeches from water experts; attend workshops and presentations; and enjoy art, theater, dance, children‘s activities, artisan foods and beverages. Visit www.visitbenzie.com for more information as it becomes available.
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September 3 through October 31 Amazin’ Corn Maze Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era
September 3-5, 10-11, 17-18; September 24 through October - Daily Corn Maze Crane Orchards, Fennville
*Please note - a special Haunted Corn Maze will be open from dark until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays in October. Not recommended for children 10 years and under.
September 24-25; October 1-30 (Saturdays and Sundays only) The Famous Pumpkin Train Coopersville & Marne Railway, Coopersville
Enjoy a train ride and pick a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch! Tickets required; contact C&MR for departure times.
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October 8 Pumpkinfest Montague
Celebrate the pumpkin with pumpkin decorating, seed spitting contests, pumpkin carving, the largest pumpkin competition, and the pumpkin roll down Dowling Hill in Montague.
October 8 Zeeland Pumpkinfest Parade, 3 pm Downtown Zeeland October 8-9 Benzie County Fall Festival Frankfort and Elberta
Pumpkin carving, kids’ games, parades, pumpkin chucking, and much more.
October 14-15 Haunted History Hayrides Honor October 15 Fall FunFest Day, 11 am - 4 pm Coghlin Park, Saugatuck
All month long enjoy haunted houses, costume parties, harvest festivals, live theater, intriguing museums, the Manistee Ghost Ship, and much more!
Pumpkin carving, pumpkin launch, pie eating, food vendors, band, a tug of war, and loads of family fun!
Through October
October 15 In Search of the Great Pumpkin, 3 pm
Scarecrow Harvest Bear Lake
Come visit Bear Lake and see a creative collection of scarecrows displayed throughout town.
October 1 Autumn Glory Day, 10 am - 4 pm Bear Lake School, Bear Lake
Browse the Quilt & Fine Art Show and enjoy food, live music, the pumpkin chuck contest, quilt raffle, pumpkin patch, children’s activities, and more.
October 1 Scarecrow-making Workshop Ludington Center for the Arts, Ludington October 1-2 Benzie County Fall Festival Beulah & Benzonia
Enjoy awesome fall color, food, pumpkin carving, kids’ games, parades, pumpkin chucking, and much more. Beulah and Benzonia host the festival Oct. 1-2; Frankfort and Elberta host a second weekend of fun Oct. 8-9.
October 6 Zeeland Pumpkin fest Dinner on Us, 5 pm Downtown Zeeland October 6-8 Zeeland Pumpkinfest “Harvesting Goodwill” Downtown Zeeland October 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 Manistee’s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee Historic railroad car ferry, Manistee
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Overhiser Orchards, South Haven
October 15, 22, 29 Scenic chairlift rides to view fall color, live entertainment, and the Haunted Forest. Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 21 Flashlight Tour of Ice Age Imperials, 6-7:30 pm Heritage Museum and Cultural Center, St. Joseph
Trick-or-treat with the giants of Ice Age Imperials! Enjoy a spooky flashlight tour of the exhibit, treats, and crafts. Fun for the whole family! Ages 5-10 are free with paid adult admission and fee for members of The Heritage.
October 22 Boos, Brews & Brats Halloween Event Downtown Manistee
Kids will enjoy trick or treating downtown and a pet costume parade. Gourmet brats, an event tent, and costume contest round out the activities on tap.
October 28 Downtown Halloween Walk, 3:30-5 pm Downtown Traverse City
Pint-sized ghosts and goblins parade downtown streets, trick or treating at participating shops.
October 28 The Great Halloween Spectacle, 5-9 pm Downtown St. Joseph October 28 Halloween at VanRaalte Farm VanRaalte Farm Park, Holland
Start your journey on the trails at the VanRaalte Farm. Volunteers and staff will be on hand to help you discover wild creatures, fun activities, and treats. Enjoy a campfire, cider, and cookies at the end of the trail.
October 29 Hometown Halloween, 12 noon - 2 pm Downtown Allegan October 29 Haunted Museum, 2-4 pm Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven October 29 Halloween on the Green, 12 noon The Village Green, Pentwater Children’s activities, costume contest, and more. October 29 Annual Halloween Spooktacular Downtown Pentwater
Trick or treating at downtown merchants, 12 noon - 6 pm. Parade at 4 pm. Haunted trolley rides at 7 pm.
October 29 Downtown Trick or Treat, 3-5 pm Downtown Ludington October 29 Halloween Harvest Festival & Parade 10 am - 5 pm Saugatuck/Douglas Area
Musical entertainment, storytelling, and arts and crafts featuring harvest and Christmas items. Parade at 4 pm.
October 29 Adult Halloween Celebration & Parade, 10 pm Saugatuck/Douglas Area
October 22-23 Haunted History Hayrides Honor
October 30 Free admission to both museums.
The Village of Honor hosts two trips each night on an excursion through its haunted history. Refreshments included.
Curious Kids’ and Curious Kids’ Discovery Zone Museums, St. Joseph
October 23 Boo on Your Bike Kal-Haven Trail, South Haven
October 31 Halloween Downtown, 4-6 pm Downtown Grand Haven
Free rides on the Silver Beach Carousel, 4-6 pm.
Participating merchants provide treats for downtown’s annual trick or treating event. Come join in on the fun on Washington Avenue from Harbor to Third Street.
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outhwest Michigan is a delightful destination for a getaway on crisp fall days or snowy afternoons. Here you will find quaint little resort towns with gingerbread-trimmed cottages, curious antiques shops, lovely boutiques, romantic bed and breakfast inns, and gourmet restaurants tucked away among the rolling dunes. In autumn, the forested hills resemble a patchwork quilt of reds, golds and yellows; U-pick orchards, wineries, and farmers markets display the fruits (and vegetables!) of the season; and corn mazes and fall festivals promise bushel baskets full of family fun. When the snow flies, so do outdoor enthusiasts - down hills, along trails, and over the ice. There are trails in state, county, and local parks, as well as ski slopes within an hour’s drive of St. Joseph. Southwest Michigan’s web-like snowmobile trail system spreads out in every direction, threading through the dunes and rambling through the woods with adventure waiting around every bend. Cozy cottages, inviting restaurants, and intriguing museums make fall and winter especially memorable in Michigan’s great southwest. For more information, visit www.swmichigan.org, or call (269) 925-6301.
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January 21, 2012
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hoppers darting in and out of the dozens of shops, boutiques, and galleries in downtown St. Joseph frequently pause along the brick streets to look at the lake below or listen for the crashing of waves on the beach. This lakeside shopping district offers an inviting, comfortable atmosphere where you will find home décor, original art, hand-crafted items, antiques, resort wear and upscale fashions, jewelry, and more. Enjoy fine dining at area restaurants and bistros, or try tastings at nearby wineries.
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f cabin fever has got a ‘grippe’ on you, try a night out at Winter Delights: A Festival of Wine, Food & Jazz at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center. Winter Delights promises an evening of great Michigan wines, local cuisine, seminars, wine tasting, live entertainment, and fun with friends. Why, it may even cure your mid-winter malaise! For more information, visit http://www.winterdelightsfestival.com/ or call the Mendel Center box office at (269) 927-1221.
carecrows, pumpkins, and cornstalks, oh my! Celebrate fall and the fall harvest at downtown St. Joseph’s annual Harvest Festival, October 8. Bundled corn stalks line sidewalks and cheery scarecrows greet shoppers as they enter downtown shops and eateries. Watch as cider is made from apples at the cider press demonstration, climb aboard a free horse-drawn trolley ride, and buy fresh fruits and vegetables at the farmer’s market. Especially entertaining for the kids-there’s face painting, balloon twisting, and the Furry Friends Petting Zoo!
February 10-12, 2012
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o you believe in magic? You will after watching ice sculptors create extraordinary carvings from ordinary blocks of ice during Downtown St. Joseph’s Magical Ice Carving Festival, February 10-12, 2012. This event brings in some of the finest professional ice sculptors around, as well as their chisels and chainsaws! When the carving commences, only the sculptor knows what will appear from the sparkling ice - a dragon, a fish, a castle, or perhaps a winged horse. Adding to the magic of the festival are cooking demonstrations, carousel rides, kids’ activities (with cookies and hot cocoa!), ice skating, food and spirits, and magic shows.
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estled in southern Michigan’s fruit belt, South Haven is an historic Lake Michigan harbor city that is known as much for its beach town atmosphere as it is for its blueberry farms, orchards, cider mills, and country markets. During autumn, you can enjoy the just-picked goodness of home-grown fruits and vegetables and lip-smacking fresh-pressed cider, and pick from thousands of roly-poly pumpkins resting in farmers fields. And when winter snows blanket the landscape, dust off your skis and skates and rev your engines for yet another season of fun. Enjoy ice-skating at downtown’s covered ice rink pavillion in Dyckman Park, strap on cross-country skis or snowshoes for an invigorating afternoon on the Kal-Haven or Van Buren Trails, or ride a snowmobile across the countryside to Kalamazoo on the 34-mile-long Kal-Haven Trail. In the evening, chase the chill away in cozy Bed and Breakfasts, luxurious inns, convenient motels, or at any one of the town’s inviting cafés or restaurants.
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t’s Just My Bag and so much more! This stylish boutique in downtown South Haven specializes in women’s handbags and accessories, featuring such brands as Stephanie Dawn, Danny K, and an exciting new designer from Royal Oak, Michigan, Jenna Kator. The designer handbags and accessories in the Jenna Kator Collection are classic, yet trendy, made with animal-friendly vegetarian leather, and named after Michigan places that reflect great beauty, character, and charm, including Holland, Bellaire, Traverse City, and Charlevoix. Just My Bag owner, Kathy Stscherban, is a 20-year summer resident of South Haven., and she takes great pride in supporting Michigan designers, presenting high quality merchandise, and providing the best in customer service. While Just My Bag will close for the season on December 1 (reopening April 1, 2012), there is still plenty of time to make your holiday purchases. Watch for Just My Bag’s upcoming fall trunk show in late September at www.facebook.com/pages/ justmybag. For more information, visit www.justmybag.com or call (269) 767-7181.
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hen you can measure the amount of food you serve in miles and tons, you must be doing something right!  An institution in South Haven, Clementine’s restaurant is a favorite haunt among locals and visitors alike. Housed in the stately Old Citizen’s Bank building on the corner of Phoenix and Center Streets, Clementine’s varied menu ranges from New Zealand Green Lip Mussels to South of the Border wet burritos, and a Clementine’s classic - Mess of Lake Perch. And by the way, it’s the perch they sold 11 tons of last year. And it’s Clem’s Homemade Onion Rings on signature wooden pegs that they served six miles’ worth! A second location in St. Joseph - Clementine’s Too - sits on the banks of the St. Joseph River less than 25 miles south of South Haven and features the same delicious menu items available at the South Haven location. For hours and to check out the menu, visit www.ohmydarling.com.
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reak up your winter with a fun-filled festival during South Haven’s annual Ice Breaker Festival, February 3-5, 2012. Watch artisans turn blocks of ice into dazzling sculptures and marvel as ice skaters twirl and dance across the rink in impressive performances. Vote for your favorite chili at the chili cook-off and enjoy a smorgasbord of family fun, including a fish dinner, pancake breakfast, a winter picnic, wagon rides, movies, stage presentations, shopping, and more!Â
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ove antiques? Then you will want to shop where the dealers shop - Murphy’s Antique Mall on Phoenix Street. You’re sure to lose yourself to nostalgia (and maybe even among the booths!) while browsing two floors of antiques and collectibles. More than 100 dealers offer glassware, furniture, jewelry, books, records, linens, vintage kitchenware, and other timeless treasures.
Fabulous Stuff. . .Unbeatable Prices & Cool Music While You Shop!
A Little Bit of Everything!
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SHORELINE CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 November 4-5 5th Annual Bridge to the Community 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Creekside Middle School, Zeeland November 4-6, 11-12 “Guys and Dolls,” presented by West Ottawa High School West Ottawa Performing Arts Center, Holland
November 25 Black Friday Sales, 6 am Downtown Zeeland November 25-27 Lemon Creek Winery Black Friday “wine down” event and Christmas sale. Lemon Creek Winery, Berrien Springs November 26 - December 18 The Santa Train Excursion Coopersville November 28 My Friends and Me Tea South Haven
November 5 Art & All That Jazz Douglas
DECEMBER December 1-17
All shows at 7:30 pm, except for Nov. 6 show, which is a matinee at 2:30 pm.
Stroll through galleries and shops, listen to mellow jazz, grab a drink, have a bite, and dance in the streets of beautiful downtown Douglas.
November 5 The Buckinghams Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor November 5 DaYoopers Little River Casino Resort, Manistee November 5-6 & 12-13 Toast the Season Leelanau Peninsula Vintner’s Association, Leelanau Peninsula
This wine tour is a Northern Michigan holiday tradition. Enjoy a self-guided wine-tasting tour, gourmet food, and gift bags. Tickets required.
November 8, 2011 - January 15, 2012 “To the Rescue” Rescue Helicopter Exhibit Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids November 8 Holland Symphony Orchestra “Classics II” Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland November 11 Veterans Day Free Admission Holland Museum, Holland
Free admission for veterans and their families all day at the Holland Museum and the Col. Geerds exhibit in the Holland Armory.
November 11-13 Women’s Only Weekend (WOW) South Haven November 12 Thunder from Down Under Little River Casino Resort, Manistee November 12 Shop Your Community Day Downtown Traverse City
Downtown Traverse City gives back during this one day promotion. Shop at participating stores and donate 15% of your purchase price to the non-profit organization of your choice!
November 12-13 Toast the Season Leelanau Peninsula Vintner’s Association, Leelanau Peninsula
This wine tour is a Northern Michigan holiday tradition. Enjoy a self-guided wine-tasting tour, gourmet food, and gift bags. Tickets required.
November 13 Elisabeth von Trapp Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs November 17 “Doubt,” Muskegon Civic Theater Frauenthal Center, Muskegon November 18-19 West Michigan Symphony, Dvorak Symphony #8 Frauenthal Center, Muskegon November 18 - January 7, 2012 “Flow” Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph November 18 - January 7, 2012 Jennifer Rogers artlab Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph November 19 Clay Walker Little River Casino Resort, Manistee November 19-20 Apparel from the Past & Shawnee Road Antiques Fall Sale Baroda November 23 South Haven Ice Rink Opens Huron Street Pavilion, South Haven November 25 Little River Band Little River Casino Resort, Manistee
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“Fall into the Arts” White River Gallery, Montague December 1-31 Artist Nancy Reagh Johnson White River Gallery, Montague December 1-31 Lake Michigan Art Walk Downtown Muskegon December 2-4; 9-11 “A Christmas Carol” Historic Ramsdell Theater, Manistee December 3 Nouveau Fest, 1-5 pm Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville December 3 The Osmond Brothers Christmas Lake Michigan College Mendel Center, Benton Harbor December 3 Hometown Taste, 5-8 pm Downtown South Haven December 8 Holiday Open House Holland Musem, Holland December 9 Holiday Pops, West Michigan Symphony Frauenthal Center, Muskegon December 10 The Ultimate Doo Wop Yule Pops Little River Casino Resort, Manistee December 11, 2011 - January 29, 2012 “Pictures of the Best Kind: The First 100 Years” In celebration of its 100th year, the Muskegon Museum of Arts presents a grand display of the works that have defined the excellence of this institution since 1912.
Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon December 13, 2011 - January 29, 2012 “Portfolios, Series, and Collections” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon December 18, 2011 - February 5, 2012 “Michigan Outsider’s Art” South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven
This exhibit explores Outsider art, a.k.a. visionary/intuitive/self taught/naïve art, as it continues to grow from remote areas of the rural deep south to the far reaches of the north.
December 21 Winter Solstice - Annual Lighting of the Cemetery Kaleva
JANUARY 2012 January 6 Wine About Winter Downtown Grand Haven January 6-7, 2012 Ice Sculpting Competition Downtown Holland
Downtown Holland partners with the National Ice Carving Association (NICA) to host a Collegiate Ice Sculpting Invitational. Downtown Holland and NICA will bring students from schools around the Midwest and beyond together for this exciting weekend-long competition.
January 8, 2012 18th Annual Downtown Bridal Show City Opera House, Traverse City
More than 30 local experts will be on hand to assist in all phases of wedding planning for new brides-to-be.
FEBRUARY 2012
January 13-15, 2012 North American Ice Fishing Circuit (NAIFC) Open Qualifier Downtown Ludington January 14, 2012 18th Annual Vintage Snowmobile Show White Lake Area
February 3-5, 2012 Ice Breaker Festival Downtown South Haven
Ice carving, chili cook off, Texas hold-‘em, and ice skating.
February 2, 2012 “I Have a Dream”: The Life and Times of Martin Luther King, Jr. Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor February 3-4, 2012 Carnival of the Animals, West Michigan Symphony Frauenthal Center, Muskegon February 3-5-2012 Women’s Winter Tour Weekend Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville
The Twisting Trails Snowmobile Club hosts its annual Great Lakes Snow Drifters Antique, Vintage & Classic Winter Snowmobile Show featuring raffles, radar runs, slalom runs, and vintage snowmobiles.
January 20 “Proof,” Muskegon Civic Theater Frauenthal Center, Muskegon January 21, 2012 Winter Delights: A Festival of Wine, Food & Jazz Mendel Center, Benton Harbor January 21, 2012 Annual Chili Cook Off Fenn Valley Vineyards, Fennville January 21-22, 2012 White Lake Annual Perch Festival Montague January 24 - April 16, 2012 “Open Wide” exhibit Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids
Exhilarating outdoor activities, spa services, food, wine, chocolate, and friends make this the ultimate women’s weekend getaway.
February 4-5, 2012 Taste the Passion
The Leelanau Peninsula Vintner’s Association hosts this special weekend that celebrates wine, chocolate, and love in anticipation of Valentine’s Day! The combination of winter’s beauty in Leelanau with the special pleasures of life make for a wonderful weekend. Tickets required.
Make a visit to the “just the right size” dentist office.
January 26-29, 2012 Grand Haven WinterFest Grand Haven January 26, 2012 WinterFest Glow Bowl Mulligan’s Hollow Ski Bowl, Grand Haven January 27, 2012 “Fiddler on the Roof ” Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor January 27, 2012 WinterFest Intergalactic Human Sled Race Championships Washington Street, Between Harbor and 1st Grand Haven January 27, 2012 WinterFest Photo & Poster Contest Reception Tri-Cities Museum, Akeley Building, Grand Haven January 27, 2011 - April 29, 2012 The Horses of Deborah Butterfield Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids January 28, 2012 WinterFest Family Dog Pull
February 10 - March 18, 2012 “Artists in Transition” South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven
This juried show features area middle and high school art students’ work.
February 10-12, 2012 Magical Ice Carving Festival Downtown St. Joseph February 11 & 18, 2012 Hart and Pentwater WinterFest Hart and Pentwater
Fishing tournaments, chili cook off, snowman building contest, food, live music, the “Freezin’ for a Reason” Polar Bear Dip for the Crystal Valley Care Fund, and so much more!
Mulligan’s Hollow Ski Bowl, Grand Haven
January 28, 2012 WinterFest Cardboard Sled Race Mulligan’s Hollow Ski Bowl, Grand Haven January 28, 2012 WinterFest Kid’s Day / Race of Kings Grand Haven Community Center, Grand Haven January 28, 2012 WinterFst Luau Extravaganza Grand Haven Municipal Marina Parking Lot, Grand Haven January 28, 2012 January Slide Hanson Hill at North Mears, Whitehall
An open sledding competition for kids of all ages. Registration at noon, slide begins at 1 pm.
January 28, 2012 Wintervention, 11 am Downtown Zeeland
Snowman building competition.
January 28-29, 2012 Orchid Show Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids January 29, 2012 WinterFest Snow Angel Contest Central Park, Grand Haven January 31 - February 4 28th Annual Snowfest Downtown Muskegon
February 11, 2012 Wind Symphony Pops Concert Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs February 11, 2012 Winterfest Benzonia and Beulah February 16 - March 4, 2012 “Lend Me a Tenor,” Muskegon Civic Theater Frauenthal Center, Muskegon February 16 - May 6, 2012 “1934: A New Deal for Artists” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon
This nationally touring exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Public Works of Art Project by drawing on the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection of artworks created for the program.
Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon. February 17-19, 2012 Cherry Capital Winter Wonder Fest / Downtown’s Sweetheart of a Sale Downtown Traverse City Enjoy President’s Day weekend with live music, ice sculptures, Frozen Bed Races, a Soup’r Bowl Competition, Monster Dog Pull, and more. February 17-20, 2012 Winterfest Weekend Saugatuck/Douglas Area February 18, 2012 “Clifford the Big Red Dog Live!” Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor February 18, 2012 Winterfest Empire February 18, 2012 Winterfest Glen Arbor February 18, 2012 Frostbite HomeGrown Saturday Downtown Manistee Midwinter cabin fever beater! Enjoy live music, a winter beer garden, ice carving, and a chili cook off.
February 18-19, 2012 Free Fishing Weekend Statewide
January 14, 2012 18th Annual Downtown Chili Cook-Off, 11 am - 3 pm Park Place Dome, Traverse City
Area restaurants will cook up their special recipes in this annual competition.
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utumn in the villages of Saugatuck and Douglas is a sensory delight. You can see it along the streets where trees are ablaze with color. You can hear it in the crunching leaves under your feet and you can taste it in the crisp, juicy apples picked fresh at local u-pick orchards. While the Saugatuck and Douglas area is known to be a superb summer vacation destination, there are also plenty of activities for a great fall or winter escape. Hop into your car, climb on a bike, or lace up your hiking shoes for a self-guided color tour of the area’s wooded dunes, hardwood forests, and riverbanks and lakeshores. Or join in any of the many fall events celebrating the area, including the Heritage Festival (September 17), the annual fall open house weekend hosted by Blue Coast Artists (October 1-2), and the Halloween Harvest Festival (October 29). And when the trees shed their colorful cloaks, the streets, shops, and turn-of-the-century homes of Saugatuck and Douglas get decked out in the spirit of the season with thousands of sparkling twinkle lights, fresh greenery, and red velveteen bows - a festive backdrop for the white of winter and the Annual Saugatuck Christmas Parade.
Experience a European Tradition of Sampling the Freshest Selection of Small Batch & Artisan Extra Virgin Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars From All Over The World. 220 Culver St. ~ Saugatuck, MI 49453 (269) 857-5900 Check Website for Store Hours olivemillsaugatuck.com 14
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ooking for a unique holiday gift for that special someone? On November 19, the Saugatuck and Douglas Holiday Preview welcomes shoppers with specials at many of the boutiques, shops, and galleries in both communities. The merchants not only roll out the red carpet, they even have a trolley to transport you between the two cities. Wine tastings and special holiday dinners, along with theater and arts events, will fill your days and nights in Saugatuck and Douglas. Plan to usher in 2012 watching the fireworks over the harbor at midnight on New Year’s Eve. And be sure to make plans to return to the area in the new year for Winter Fest Weekend (February 17-20, 2012), the Mardi Gras Parade (February 21, 2012), and the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Pub Crawl (March 10, 2012).
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Koorey Creations
he jewelry on display at Koorey Creations dazzles the eye and stirs the soul with its artful design. Here, three generations of the Koorey family craft their art to meet customers’ desires. Attention to detail, comfort, and wearability is paramount in each piece of uniquely handcrafted gold and gemstone jewelry. If you are looking for a classic, timeless design that is truly one-of-a-kind, Koorey Creations is a must. For more information, visit www.kooreycreations.com or call (269) 857-8050.
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or a tasting experience unlike any other, stop in at The Olive Mill in downtown Saugatuck. Here you can sample the freshest selection of small batch and artisinal extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars from around the world before you buy. Taste oils from olive varieties such as Picual, Arbequina, kalamata, leccino, Ascalana, Koroneiki, and Sevillano, as well as balsamic vinegars that range in flavor from traditional to tangerine, fig, raspberry, chocolate, and more. The Olive Mill also carries rubs, salts and spices; olives and olive salad; tapenades, spreads, and sauces; chips and dips, serving dishes; and olive-based shower, bath, and body creams and cleansers. For great gifts for those who love to cook - and especially for those who love to eat - visit The Olive Mill. For more information and hours, visit www.olivemillsaugatuck.com or call (269) 857-5900.
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Blue Star Antique Pavilion S
tarring at the Blue Star Antique Pavilion on the Blue Star Highway in Douglas is a unique and varied assortment of one-of-a-kind treasures. More than 175 vendors offer some of the finest quality antiques and cherished collectibles available in the area. Open seven days a week, year-round (closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and Easter Sunday), you can select from vintage furniture, dishes, glassware, clocks, pictures, books, jewelry, toys, and so much more. For more information and hours, visit www.bluestarantiquepavilion.com.
Everyday People Cafe
Everyday People Cafe features an innovative menu with suggested wine pairings, utilizing fresh, locally farmed ingredients, served at an affordable price. Located in downtown Douglas, the atmosphere is casual, hip & upbeat. Check out their menu online at www.everydaypeoplecafe.com.
2011 EVENTS
S A U G AT U C K
Saugatuck & Douglas
October 1 s /KTOBERFEST NOON PM Downtown Douglas at Beery Field. Parade, rifle ceremony, the tapping of the keg, a bier tent, and food court. Traditional German bands and dancing. Kinderplatz kids’ games, root beer barrel roll, face painting, and sack and mug races.
November 19 s 3AUGATUCK $OUGLAS (OLIDAY Preview, Noon - 9 pm Welcome the Christmas season in downtown Saugatuck and Douglas. Enjoy trolley service between the two communities.
October 8-9 s TH !NNUAL 'ALLERY 3TROLL 7EEKEND This annual art extravaganza features artists working in their galleries.
November 25 s !NNUAL 4REE ,IGHTING #EREMONY Visit from Santa, 5 pm Wicks Park on Water Street, Saugatuck. Enjoy the twinkling lights, music, refreshments, kids’ games, and a visit from Santa Claus.
October 9 s #HILI #OOKOFF Enjoy chili from area restaurants while listening to live entertainment and vote for your favorite!
November 25-26; December 3, 10, 17 Carriage Rides Downtown Saugatuck & Douglas
October 15 s &ALL &UN&EST $AY Coghlin Park on Culver Street, Saugatuck. Pumpkin carving, pumpkin launching, pie eating, food vendors, a band, tug-of-war, and loads of family fun! /CTOBER s Halloween Harvest Festival, 10 am - 5 pm Enjoy musical entertainment, storytelling, and arts and crafts booths featuring harvest and holiday items. Don’t miss the parade at 4 pm!
December 3 s ,UMINARY ,ANE $OUGLAS PM Beery Field on Center Street, Douglas. Enjoy candle lights, carolers, refreshments, and a visit from Santa and his elves. December 3, 10, 17 s 3ENSATIONAL 3ATURDAYS Stores stay open late in downtown Saugatuck and Douglas. February 17-20, 2012 s 7INTERFEST Saugatuck and Douglas
Kubiak Gallery
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hip art gallery along the Lake Michigan shore, Kubiak Gallery in downtown Douglas, boasts an eclectic collection of works from area artists as well as those from around the world. Here you can choose from colorful lithographic prints, one-of-a-kind jewelry and metal sculptures, and the ceramic pottery creations of gallery owner, Kim Kubiak, who holds clay classes all year long. For hours and information about special events and classes, visit www.facebook.com/pages/kubiak-gallery, www.kubiakgallery.com, or call (269) 857-3200.
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Fenn Valley
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he Lake Effect Everyone Loves . . . is more than just Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar’s slogan, it’s the reason they can grow the cold, tender European grape varieties that make fantastic wines. The moderating influence of Lake Michigan on the vineyards allows this southwest Michigan winery to continue to add to it’s already lengthy list of award-winning vintages. At the 2011 Michigan Wine & Spirits Competition in August, it brought home 16 awards, including two Best of Class winners: “Capriccio” a dry red wine, and its 2010 Riesling, a semi-dry white wine, which also won a double gold. It also received gold medals for its 2009 Meritage and 2010 Traminette. On December 3, Fenn Valley will introduce its first wine from the 2011 vintage. Open year-round, Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar offers free wine tastings and vineyard and cellar tours. For more information about the winery and upcoming events, visit www.fennvalley.com or call (800) 432-6265.
From chorizo to chimichangas, Su Casa Restaurante in Fennville delivers
the authentic tastes of Mexico. This family-owned restaurant has been dishing up freshly prepared Mexican food and beverages from family recipes for more than 20 years. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’re certain to find your favorite Mexican dish on Su Casa’s colorful menu, including homemade chips and salsa and magnificent margaritas! Visit www. sucasarestaurante.com for restaurant hours and to view the menu.
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Crane’s Pie Pantry Restaurant & Bakery
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rane’s Pie Pantry Restaurant and Bakery is a west Michigan tradition. Nestled among lush, fruit-growing orchards in Fennville, Crane’s restaurant serves up homemade soups, sandwiches made with homemade bread, fruit pies (their specialty!), desserts, fruit preserves, and fresh-pressed cider year-round. Dine in, take out, it doesn’t matter. You can take home any of their famous homemade pies - including their award-winning apple pie, cakes, strudels, or crisps - frozen or fresh baked. And for special occasions and holiday dinners, you can even order online for delivery right to your home. Be sure to visit Crane’s website for monthly coupon specials and to see which fruits are being harvested in their orchards and when. For more information, visit www. cranespiepantry.com or call (269) 561-2297.
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et your passport to fall and winter fun in Holland! This vibrant community, founded by Dutch immigrants more than 150 years ago, gears up for fall and winter fun with a host of events and activities, including a special 200th birthday celebration for the Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, the founder of Holland, that stretches right into the New Year. Under a canopy of golden leaves that shimmer in the afternoon sun, farmers markets offer the bounty of the season - from apples to pumpkins and cranberries to squash. And as fall color fades to winter white, Holland lights up the season and the streets with its annual Parade of Lights and a full roster of special holiday events. While the countryside may be blanketed in snow, walking and driving in Downtown Holland is a pleasure thanks to its state-of-the-art snowmelt system. The radiant heat that warms the cobblestone sidewalks and streets keeps snow and ice at bay all winter long. And the outdoor gas fireplace on Eighth Street not only warms chilly fingers and noses, it also warms the soul. For more information, visit www.holland.org or call the Holland Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 506-1299.
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Downtown Holland Shopping H
oliday shopping in historic Downtown Holland is a multi-sensory delight! Snow-framed boutique windows are gaily decorated, music of the season serenades shoppers, and the sweet aroma of roasting chestnuts fills the air. Here, you will find everything from hip boutiques with upscale fashion to interior design shops showcasing trendy and traditional furniture and antiques in the meticulously restored Victorian-era buildings with the personal, one-on-one customer service that is reminiscent of days gone by.
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elight in an evening of art, hors d’oeuvres, libations, and live music during downtown Holland’s Gallery Walk, November 4, 6:30-8:30 pm. Participating galleries will showcase the works of local artists as well as the works of artists from around the world. At its “Something New� exhibit, Lake Effect Gallery is featuring new oil paintings by artist and gallery owner, Carrie Rodgers-O’Neal, and the acrylic on canvas paintings of new artist, Linda Thompson. Uptown Gallery & Frame Shop, which does quality, custom framing, is highlighting the fine art, prints, and photos of Uptown artists, including new water colors by Deb Skirnski. Gallery Walk runs through Saturday, November 5, 12 noon to 4 pm. For more information, call Lake Effect Gallery at (616) 395-3025 or visit www.lakeeffectgallery.com, or call Uptown Gallery at (616) 392-4756 or visit www.uptown-gallery.com.
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EVENT HAPPENINGS in Holland 3EPTEMBER s 4ULIPANES ,ATINO !RT AND &ILM &ESTIVAL This free festival celebrates Latino culture through art, music, film, dance, and more. Films include shorts, animation, documentaries, and feature-length, all of which explore Latino stereotypes, politics, race, and social issues. (Most films are screened in Spanish with English subtitles.) Other Tulipanes events include a fine arts fair, cantina food court, bilingual worship celebration, outdoor movie, giant pinata, and main stage musical entertainment. 3EPTEMBER s h2ETURN TO "ULL 2UNv Bring your troops to historic Van Raalte Farm for Holland Museum’s annual weekend-long Civil War re-enactment extravaganza. This year, Civil War re-enactors will recreate the Battle of Bull Run during the “Return to Bull Run.” Enjoy period music, dancing, and special impressions of historic figures. For more information and hours, visit www.hollandmusem.org or call (616) 796-3329. 3EPTEMBER /CTOBER s 4HE #ARVE )6 %IGHTH 3TREET -ARKET 0LACE Calling all cut ups! Culinary students from schools all across the country gather at the Holland Farmers Market to compete in this national fruit and vegetable carving competition. Students get to show off their creative talent and carving skills by fashioning works of art out of cabbages, watermelon, zucchinis, and more, using fresh produce from the Holland Farmers Market. For more information, visit www.hollandfarmersmarket.com or call (616) 355-1138. /CTOBER s &IRE 4RUCK 0ARADE Watch as antique and modern firetrucks parade down 8th Street from College Avenue to the fire station at VanRaalte and 12th Street.
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/CTOBER s 6AN 2AALTE "ICENTENNIAL #ELEBRATION Celebrate the 200th birthday of the founder of Holland, Michigan, the Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte. A host of fun, educational, and family-oriented activities have been planned including a commissioned play about Van Raalte’s life; concerts of Dutch music by the Holland Symphony Orchestra, the Holland Chorale, and Hope College organists Dr. Huw Lewis and Professor Linda Strouf; a community worship service in Van Raalte’s original church; an international conference; films from and about the Netherlands; a heritage exhibition at the Holland Area Arts Council; arts and crafts activities; puppet shows; games; story-telling; and of course, birthday cake! A number of exhibitions in museums, libraries, research centers, and churches in Holland, Zeeland, and Grand Rapids run from September to November. /CTOBER s $OWNTOWN (OLLAND 'ROOVE7ALK 11 Different Bands. 11 Different Locations. All in Downtown Holland! Purchase a wristband in advance or at the door to experience a night of live music in Downtown Holland. Your wristband gets you into all 11 locations. Take a ‘groove walk� or ride the GrooveXpress bus . . . With onboard entertainment. 9pm to 1am. For more information, visit www.groovewalk. com or call (616) 796-1210. .OVEMBER s (OLIDAY /PEN (OUSE PM This annual Holiday Open House marks the beginning of the holiday season. Stroll the decorated streets filled with holiday carolers, vendors roasting chestnuts, and one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques, and galleries offering holiday treats and free gift-wrapping. (OLIDAY /PEN (OUSE s .OVEMBER P M This annual Holiday Open House marks the beginning of the holiday season. Stroll the decorated streets filled with holiday carolers, vendors roasting chestnuts, and one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques, and galleries offering holiday treats and free gift-wrapping.
September 30 - October 1
The Carve IV C alling all cut ups! Culinary students from schools all across the country gather at the Holland Farmers Market to compete in this national fruit and vegetable carving competition. Students get to show off their creative talent and carving skills by fashioning works of art out of cabbages, watermelon, zucchinis, and more, using fresh produce from the Holland Farmers Market. For more information, visit www.hollandfarmersmarket.com or call (616) 355-1138.
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(OLIDAY +ERSTMARKT s .OVEMBER $ECEMBER (see additional dates and times below) This authentic, open-air European Christmas Market at the Eighth Street Market Place is the ideal place to shop for unique hand-crafted gifts and enjoy authentic Dutch holiday treats.
EVENT HAPPENINGS in Holland
3ANTA S (OUSE s .OVEMBER $ECEMBER (days and hours vary) Enjoy a favorite holiday tradition in Downtown Holland. Children have a chance to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him their holiday wishes. 0ARADE OF ,IGHTS s .OVEMBER Santa arrives in Holland during the annual Parade of Lights, escorted by bands, floats, vehicles, and individuals decked out in sparkling holiday lights! More than 50 different entries illuminate downtown streets during this dazzling procession.
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5P ON THE 2OOFTOPS s $ECEMBER Tour homes and businesses on the upper floors of the historic buildings of downtown Holland. (Tickets must be purchased in advance.) *ANUARY s )CE 3CULPTING #OMPETITION Watch as the ice flies at the annual Collegiate Invitational Ice Sculpting Competition hosted by Downtown Holland and the National Ice Carving Association (NICA). Students from colleges around the Midwest and beyond participate in this very “cool” event. -ARCH s 'IRLFRIEND S 7EEKEND Downtown Holland’s Girlfriend’s Weekend offers an indulgent and eclectic mix of wining, dining, fashion, makeovers, fitness, and shopping. Advance registration is required. Visit www.girlfriendsweekend.org for the complete schedule of events and registration details.
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Historic Washington Square olland’s historic, tree-lined Washington Square shopping district is a busH tling neighborhood with an eclectic mix
of shops. Get pampered at Gretchen’s Landing salon and day spa, inspired at Friends of Wool yarn shop, and enjoy what might be the best breakfast you’ve ever had at The Biscuit!
Model Drug Store and Apothecary Gift Shop has been voted the #1 gift shop in West Michigan for eight years in a row by readers of The Holland Sentinel. From prescriptions to Pandora, Model Drug Store and Apothecary Gift Shop can fill your medical and gift-giving needs in one convenient location. The pharmacy is family owned and has been serving Holland for more than 100 years. The gift shop, tucked in back of the drug store, carries Vera Bradley, cottage décor and accessories, jewelry, scarves, Crabtree & Evelyn bath and body products, and much more. For more information and hours, visit www.modeldrugstore.com or call (616) 392-4707. Dedicated to promoting the fair trade of artisans’ goods from around the world. The Bridge is Holland’s Fair Trade store. Here you will find unique gifts and products including hand-made beaded jewelry, casual clothing, scarves, wall hangings, table runners, baskets, purses, place mats, and so much more for all of your holiday gift-giving needs. For more information and hours, visit www.facebook.com/pages/The-Bridge.
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oppy beer? Malty beer? What does it mean? Find out at a New Holland Brewing Company brewery tour. Every Saturday at 12 noon and 3:00 p.m. (through November 19) and at 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm beginning November 20, New Holland brew masters conduct Production Brewery tours where you can learn about the beer making process and what gives beer its flavor. For just $10 per person, you will get an informative and entertaining brewery tour, samples of beer, and a take-home New Holland pint glass. New Holland also offers tours of its distillery at 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays for $5 per person, which includes samples of the distillery’s spirits - rum, whiskey, vodka, gin, and hopquila. After working up a thirst and an appetite on the tours, be sure to stop in at the New Holland Restaurant and Pub for award-winning beers and spirits and great soups, salads, sandwiches, and pizzas. For more information about tours and upcoming events hosted by New Holland Brewing Company, visit www.newhollandbrew.com, www.facebook.com/pages/New-Holland-BrewingCo, or call (616) 355-6422.
Pie Pantry Restaurant in Fennville, which has been serving up farmfresh goodness since 1916. On the menu at Crane’s new location are homemade soups and chili, salads, sandwiches, homemade Michigan fruit pies, crisps, dumplings, strudels, and sundaes and floats. Crane’s also offers an autumn staple - cider and donuts - year-round! Stop by for lunch and a piece of pie ala mode, or bring home a whole pie for your entire family. You may even want to try one of Crane’s Cidersicles - cider with a little taste of honey, frozen on a stick. For more information and upcoming specials and events visit www.facebook.com/pages/CranesIn-The-City or call (616) 796-CITY.
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Piper Restaurant offers for an
exceptional dining experience when in the Holland area. Voted the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most Romantic Restaurantâ&#x20AC;? in West Michigan by the readers of The Holland Sentinel, Piper overlooks Eldean Marina on beautiful Lake Macatawa, where you can watch the sun set over the dunes and enjoy a gourmet meal and friendly service in a casual setting. For additional information and hours, visit www.piperrestaurant.com or call (616) 335-5866.
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here can you get your lawnmower serviced and shop for the holidays? At family owned and operated Van Wieren Hardware in Holland. Here you will find everything you need for home maintenance and fall garden clean up needs, including paint, power tools, closet organizers, home décor, and gardening supplies. Van Wieren’s also carries one of West Michigan’s best selections of holiday ornaments and decorations. For more information about upcoming events and specials, visit www.facebook.com/pages/VanWieren-Hardware or call (616) 396-2378.
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arts, crafts & collectibles
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September 3
Regatta Craft Fair Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph
September 3-4
35th Annual All Crafts Fair South Haven
September 4
Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph
September 8-11
Antique Engine & Tractor Show Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven
September 9
Juried Art Show Exhibition Reception, 5-7 pm Crystal Lake Art Center, Frankfort
September 9
Downtown Art Walk, 5-9 Downtown Traverse City
September 10
Art & All That Jazz, 1-5 pm Douglas
Enjoy fine wines, hors d’oeuvres, and fabulous art as you stroll through downtown Douglas.
September 10
Wine & Art at the Harbor, 2-5 pm Snug Harbor Marina, Pentwater
September 16-18
Tulip City Gem & Mineral Show Holland Civic Center, Holland
September 17
Clothesline Art Show, 10 am - 2 pm Wicks Park, Saugatuck
Local artists display their works on clotheslines at this uniquely charming small-town event.
September 21 - October 8
Grand Haven ArtWalk 2011 Downtown Grand Haven
Walk Downtown Grand Haven and enjoy artwork from artists near and far.
September 21 - October 9
ArtPrize Downtown Grand Rapids, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids
September 24
Fall Fest Arts & Crafts North Mears Parking Lot, White Lake Area
September 24-25
22nd Annual Fall Fest and Arts & Crafts Fair The Village Green, Pentwater
More than 130 vendors offer hand-made arts and crafts and antiques.
September 25
Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan
October 1
32nd Annual Chapel Hill Arts & Crafts Show Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs
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Mistletoe Market South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven
Find holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, and maybe even something for yourself ! More than 50 artists from southwest Michigan offer one-of-a-kind creations.
November 25
After Thanksgiving Gift Shop Sale Holland Museum, Holland
November 26
16th Annual Holly Berry Craft Fair, 10 am - 4 pm Frankfort-Elberta High School, Frankfort
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More than 100 vendors gather to create a festive beginning to the holiday season. Choose from carved wooden toys, candied treats, holiday wreaths, and so much more.
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October 1
Fall into the Arts White River Gallery, Montague
Autumn Glory Day, 10 am - 4 pm Bear Lake School, Bear Lake
This annual exhibit of school art projects features work by students from the White Lake area.
Quilt & fine art show.
October 1-2
December 1-30
22nd Annual Blue Coast Artists’ Fall Tour, 10 am - 6 pm Participating galleries along the Blue Star Highway, between Saugatuck & South Haven.
Lake Michigan Art Walk Downtown Muskegon
December 3
Free art-making demonstrations including glass flame working, Raku-firing, wood-working, throwing pottery, painting, and more.
Christmas Craft Fair Pentwater Public School, Pentwater
December 10
October 2
Happy Elves Craft Show, 9 am - 4 pm White Pines Middle School, Grand Haven
Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph
October 7-8
10th Annual Fiber Festival Old Art Building, Leland
October 8
Art & All That Jazz, 6-8 pm Douglas
Enjoy fine wines, hors d’oeuvres, and fabulous art as you stroll through downtown Douglas.
October 8-9
34th Annual Gallery Stroll Weekend Saugatuck/Douglas Area
An art extravaganza weekend with many artists working on-site in their studios and galleries.
October 29
Harvest Art & Craft Show, 9 am - 3 pm First Reformed Church of Zeeland, Zeeland
More than 60 vendors will showcase hand-crafted items.
November 1-30
Lake Michigan Art Walk Downtown Muskegon
November 4-10
Holly Market & Soup’sOn Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph
November 5
Art & All That Jazz Downtown Douglas
Enjoy fine wines, hors d’oeuvres, and fabulous art as you stroll through downtown Douglas.
November 5
Festival of Hobbies Grand Traverse County Civic Center, Traverse City
November 5
Holiday Gift Show Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids
November 11-12
Women’s Friendship Circle Annual Holiday Craft Bazaar First Congregational Church, Saugatuck
The bazaar features homemade baked goods, jams, and handwork items (knitted, crocheted, sewn).
November 12
Lake Michigan College Holiday Bazaar Mendel Center, Benton Harbor
More than 260 exhibitors; food and bake sale.
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If holiday shopping has you hopping, West Michigan’s shoreline towns invite you to explore their festively adorned downtown shopping districts for a taste of the slower pace. The joy of the season peeks out from every garland-draped window, inviting shoppers in to make those special holiday purchases. Enjoy personal attention from shopkeepers and top-of-the-line merchandise. Attention to detail and customer service are second to none! From glittering garland to toys for tykes and sugar and spice, specialty shops and boutiques can fill most every wish on holiday shopping lists. November 4-10
November 18-19
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White Lake Area Holiday Walk
Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph
Montague and Whitehall Enjoy holiday shopping, carriage rides, visits with Santa, and riding the Muskegon Trolley between stores. On Friday evening, listen to carolers sing and enjoy luminaries lining the streets.
November 5
Holiday Gift Show
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids More than 30 international artists offer unique items that will help complete your holiday shopping.
November 18 - December 11 Mistletoe Market
South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven Find holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, and maybe even something for yourself. More than 50 artists from southwest Michigan provide oneof-a-kind creations.
November 11-12
Women’s Friendship Circle Annual Holiday Craft Bazaar
First Congregational Church, Saugatuck The bazaar features homemade baked goods and jams. Handwork items (knitting, crochet, sewing).
November 19
Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert, 8 pm
November 12
Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs
Lake Michigan College Holiday Bazaar Mendel Center, Benton Harbor
November 19
November 12
Heritage Bazaar
Mistletoe Marketplace, 9 am - 4 pm
First Congregational Church, Manistee
Lincoln Hills Golf Club, Ludington
November 19
November 17-27
Celebration of Lights, 10 am - 4 pm
Festival of Trees
Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon This community event features themed trees decorated by professional designers to be auctioned to benefit the MMA.
November 18
Downtown Onekama Craft show, chili cook off, caroling, and refreshments.
November 19
Holiday Preview, 12 Noon - 9 pm
Saugatuck/Douglas Area Greet the Christmas Season in downtown Saugatuck and Douglas! Shops are open ‘til 9 pm, luminaries line the sidewalks, and trolley service will run between the two communities.
Light Night, 5-9 pm
Downtown Grand Haven Kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the holiday lights in downtown Grand Haven and luminaries lining the streets.
November 19
November 18
Holiday Open House, 6-9 pm
Suttons Bay Holiday Open House & Evening Stroll, 5-9 pm
Downtown Suttons Bay A fun and festive way to start your holiday shopping. Many shops serving wine and hors d’oeuvres.
November 19, 25, 26, 29; December 2, 3, 9, 10
November 18
Luminary Festival
Downtown St. Joseph Stroll candle-lit streets with more than 800 luminaries lighting Downtown St. Joseph. Enjoy free horse-drawn trolley rides, holiday music, and refreshments.
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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Marvel at 300,000 twinkle lights and more than 40 international trees and displays. Enjoy carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, and more.
November 25
Holiday Parade, 7 pm Downtown Allegan
November 25
Tree Lighting & Christmas Carols / Holiday Market Place Preview, 7 pm Glen Arbor
November 25
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony & Visit From Santa, 5 pm
Wicks Park, Saugatuck Enjoy the twinkling lights turned on for the season, music, refreshments, games for the kids and a visit from Santa Claus.
November 25
Where the Holidays Begin Leland
November 25
After Thanksgiving Gift Shop Sale Holland Museum, Holland
November 25
Black Friday Sales, 6 am Downtown Zeeland
November 25
Friday Frenzy, 9 am - 12 noon
Downtown Grand Haven Downtown stores are in a FRENZY offering the best deals around for your Christmas shopping needs.
November 25
Festival of Trees Santa Parade, 6:30 pm Downtown South Haven
November 25-26 Carriage Rides
Downtown Saugatuck & Douglas
November 25-27, November 29 December 1, December 3 South Haven Festival of Trees
South Haven City Hall, South Haven The 4th Annual Festival of Trees “Storybook Christmas.” Hours vary.
November 25 - December 24 Santa’s House
Downtown Holland (Days and Hours Vary) Enjoy a favorite holiday tradition and visit Santa Claus in Downtown Holland! Children will have a chance to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him of their holiday wishes.
November 25-26; December 3, 10, 17 Carriage Rides
Downtown Saugatuck & Douglas
S H O R E L I N E November 25-27; December 3-4, 9-10, 17-18, 28-19 Holiday Tours at the Historic Sites
Historic Sites of the Lakeshore Museum Center, Downtown Muskegon Tour the homes of Muskegon’s most famous lumber barons and experience the holidays of the late 1800s and early 1900s. Visit the nearby Scolnik House to see how the holidays were celebrated during the Great Depression.
November 26
Frankfort Tree Lighting, 7 pm Rotary Park, Downtown Frankfort
November 26
Holiday Market Place Glen Arbor
November 26
Tree Lighting & Park Dedication, 2-5 pm Downtown Hart
November 26
Hart’s Annual Santa Parade, 6 pm
Downtown Hart Meet Santa and enjoy cider and doughnuts in the Hart Historic District following the parade.
November 26
Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
Ludington Center for the Arts, Ludington
November 26
Family Christmas
Hackley Park, Muskegon Enjoy the tree lighting ceremony, caroling, the decorated park, and a visit from Santa.
November 26
Festival of Lights Weekend, Tree Lighting, and Santa’s Arrival Downtown Pentwater
November 26
Pentwater Merchants’ Open House, 6-8 pm Downtown Pentwater Shop and dine in downtown Pentwater in a festive atmosphere.
November 26
16th Annual Holly Berry Art & Crafts Fair, 10 am - 4 pm
Frankfort-Elberta High School, Frankfort Annual Indoor Art and Craft Fair held the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Get your holiday Shopping started or done early! Also in town - A visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and Carriage Rides at the Betsie Bay Inn.
November 26 - December 24 Christmas Menus & Specials
Pentwater Enjoy special holiday menus at participating Pentwater eateries.
November 26, 2011 - January 1, 2012 Sparkle in the Park Bear Lake
November 28
Magical Christmas Parade, 6:30 pm Downtown Zeeland
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December 4
Feel the Zeel of Giving Christmas Events, 5:30-8:30 pm
Christmas Celebration
Kaleva Bottle House Museum, 12-4 pm Kaleva
Downtown Zeeland Horse drawn trolley rides, photos with Santa, extended shopping hours, and more.
December 4
Circle of Trees
Walker Park, North Muskegon View the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Walker Park in North Muskegon, then enjoy the Doggie Parade as people and their pets parade to the community center for hot chocolate and chili.
November 29
Parade of Lights, 6:30 pm
Downtown Holland Santa arrives in Downtown Holland during the annual Parade of Lights, escorted by bands, floats, vehicles, and individuals decked out in sparkling holiday lights! More than 50 entries illuminate Downtown during this brilliant procession.
December 1-4
Victorian Sleighbell Parade & Olde Christmas Weekend Manistee
December 1-4
Holiday Open House
North Berrien Historical Museum, Coloma
December 1-24
Christmas in the Village
Pentwater A month-long celebration of the holiday season in Historic Pentwater. Enjoy a festive atmosphere on Main Street with its shops, art galleries, and restaurants decked out for the season.
December 2
Welcome Christmas Concert Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs
December 2
31st Annual Nighttime Christmas Parade, 7 pm Downtown Coopersville
December 2
Sinterklaas Eve Procession, 7 pm
Downtown Holland Reminiscent of years gone by, this special event celebrates Sinterklaas, the benevolent St. Nicholas. In true Dutch folk tradition, Sinterklaas arrives each December on his great white horse, surrounded by his mischievous Zwarte Piets who bring candy to the children.
December 2
Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Christmas Parade, 6:30 pm Downtown Ludington
December 2
Santa’s Arrival and Holiday Open House Downtown Traverse City Shop at participating stores until 9 pm. Sales, specials, and prizes offered. Horse & Carriage rides, caroling, and live entertainment throughout the evening.
December 2-4
Festival of Trees
Manistee Inn, Manistee
December 2-4; 9-11 A Christmas Carol
Historic Ramsdell Theater, Manistee
December 2, 9, 16
Festive Fridays: Free Wagon Rides & Visits with Santa Downtown Allegan
December 3
Holiday Open House & Nouveau Release Party
Round Barn Winery, Baroda Be the first to taste the new wine from this year’s harvest. Shop for holiday gifts while the kids have their picture taken with Santa. Activities for kids include cookie and ornament decorating and making paper snowflakes.
December 3
Wind Symphony Holiday Concert Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs
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Luminary Lane, 6-8 pm
Beery Field, Center Street, Douglas Lights, carolers, refreshments, and a visit from Santa and his elves.
December 3
Nouveau Fest, 1-5 pm
Fenn Valley Vineyard, Fennville Taste the first wines from the 2011 vintage, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and take cellar tours. A great way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends.
December 3
Jingle Bell Parade, 6 pm Downtown Grand Haven
December 3
Merry Marketplace at the Old Art Building, 10 am - 4 pm
Leland Annual Christmas arts and crafts show features the creations of local artisans.
December 3
Victorian Sleighbell Parade, 5:30 pm Downtown Manistee
December 3
59th Annual White Lake Area Christmas Parade, 2 pm
Whitehall to Montague Enjoy this festive parade starting that concludes with Santa’s arrival.
December 3
Holiday Heritage Home Tour
Muskegon Start at the Muskegon Union Depot and tour historic homes decked out in their holiday best while enjoying fine holiday refreshments.
December 3
Annual Holidays In Lakeside
Lakeside District, Muskegon Santa, carriage rides, carolers, merchant specials, community bake sale, and an abundance of holiday cheer.
December 3
Christmas Craft Fair, 9 am - 4 pm Pentwater Public Schools, Pentwater
December 3
Christmas Parade, 1 pm Downtown Saugatuck
December 3
Breakfast with Santa, 9:30 am Downtown South Haven
December 3
Reindog Holiday Parade, 12 Noon
Downtown St. Joseph Costumed pets and their owners escort Santa into the downtown to kick off the holiday season. Bands, carolers, and crazy floats and free horse-drawn trolley rides are all part of this extraordinary parade.
December 3-4
Classic Holiday Home Tour
Grand Haven/Spring Lake/ Ferrysburg Area Call the Tri-Cities Museum for locations (616) 842-0700.
December 3-4
Merchant Open Houses
Downtown Pentwater Refreshments, food & in store specials.
December 3, 10, 17
Sensational Saturdays
Downtown stores stay open late for holiday shopping. Saugatuck & Douglas
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December 14
Ladies’ Night
Downtown Manistee Merchants
December 15
Men’s Night, 5-9 pm
December 4
Downtown Traverse City No need to panic, guys! An evening of shopping has been designated just for you. Participating stores will offer sales, specials, refreshments and food.
Christmas in the Village Suttons Bay
December 6
Deck the Halls Family Night
December 19
Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven Enjoy carolers, popcorn, and cocoa with the kids.
Dinner with Santa, 5-7 pm
Downtown Bakery & Deli, Allegan
December 21
December 8
Men’s Night Downtown Manistee Merchants
Holiday Open House, 5:30-7:30 pm Holland Museum, Holland Music, refreshments, and holiday merriment in the decorated lobby of the Holland Museum.
December 28-29
Christmas at The Holland Museum
December 8
Ladies’ Night
Downtown Traverse City, 5-9 pm Extended store hours for the ladies to shop in Downtown Traverse City. Participating stores will offer food and refreshments. Enter to win prizes.
Holland Museum, Holland Complimentary crafts, activities, and refreshments for families in the museum lobby. Regular admission to galleries and special exhibits.
December 31
New Year’s Eve Harbor Fireworks, 12:00 am Douglas
December 31
December 9
Light Up the Lake, 8-11:45 pm
Up On The Rooftops
Ludington Library, Ludington
Downtown Holland
December 31
December 9
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Christmas Craft Night, 7-9 pm
Downtown Ludington
Ludington Library, Ludington
December 31
December 9-10
New Year`s Eve Wine Tasting, Noon - 6 pm
West Michigan Symphony Presents Holiday Pops
Clay Avenue Cellars, Muskegon Sample some great wines made from locally-grown fruit.
Frauenthal Center, Muskegon
December 9-11; 16-18
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck
December 10
“A Magical Family Christmas,” Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor
December 10
Carol Sing, 6 pm
William Ferry Park, Ferrysburg
December 10
Happy Elves Craft Show, 9 am - 4 pm White Pines Middle School, Grand Haven
December 10
Holiday Concert, Holland Symphony Orchestra, 3:30 & 7:30 pm Dimnent Chapel, Hope College, Holland
December 10
Christmas in Scottville Downtown Scottville
December 10
Breakfast With Santa, 10 am
Whitehall United Methodist Church, Whitehall Eat breakfast with Santa.
December 10
Hometown Holiday Weekend, 2-7 pm Harbor View Grille Restaurant, Whitehall Celebrate an 1860s style Christmas at the Harbor View Grille Restaurant.
December 10-11
Victorian Christmas Tea at
The Cappon House, 1 pm Cappon House, Holland See the stately Cappon House decorated in its Victorian Christmas finery, and sample dainty tea foods of Victorian Holland. Reservations are required. Note: Cappon House closes for the season, Dec. 17, reopening in May 2012. FA L L / W I N T E R
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eel the Zeel . . . in Zeeland! This charming city takes great pride in its Dutch heritage and closeknit community and celebrates it all year-round. You, too, can share in the “zeel” during “Pumpkinfest - Harvesting Goodwill,” October 6-8. A parade packed with pumpkins, kids’ games, scarecrow displays, a 5K run, and more, promise a weekend full of merriment. And when fall finally glides into winter, Zeeland’s Magical Lighted Christmas Parade on November 28 kicks off the season in style with fabulous floats, marching bands, and a sensational grand finale - Santa himself. For more information about these events and the community of Zeeland, visit www.feelthezeel.com.
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rand Haven ArtWalk takes place from September 21 through October 8, 2011, and will showcase artistic efforts from the local area and beyond. There will be outdoor sculpture along the Grand River Waterfront, in Central Park, and in other locations around town. Paintings, mixed media, indoor sculpture and photographs will be on view in businesses and community buildings throughout Downtown and the Waterfront. After perusing the streets and considering the art, the public will be able to vote on their favorites. From these votes, the winners in four categories will be awarded cash prizes at an awards ceremony held on Grand Haven’s waterfront at the conclusion of the ArtWalk. For more information and updates including street parties, artist receptions, and a children’s art activity visit www.ghartwalk.com October 31
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rom â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blingâ&#x20AC;? to boats and bikes, the Tri-Cities Historical Museum in downtown Grand Haven offers a glimpse into the fascinating history of Northwest Ottawa County. On two floors of the historic 1870 H. C. Akeley Building, the early people and places of the Tri-Cities are featured, while in the upper galleries are the wildly popular â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bling: A History of Costume Jewelry 1920-1970â&#x20AC;? (extended to August 2012), which features more than a thousand sparkling pieces from a private collection; and In Sickness and In Health, which features a recreated art deco drug store soda fountain, an early 20th century doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, and a display of the odd and unusual medical instruments of the past. The Tri-Cities Historical Museum of Transportation is located in an 1871 Grand Trunk Railroad depot on the Grand Haven waterfront just two blocks from the Akeley Building. The recently renovated depot houses transportation artifacts, including Great Lakes ships and train models and many locally manufactured items such as a 1921 Apex Truck, a rowboat from the Clinker Boat Manufacturing Company, and a 1961 Bowden Spacelander Bike. Admission to the museum is always free. Visit www.tri-citiesmuseum.org for more information and a calendar of events.
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rom hockey to the Holiday Pops, Grand Rapids’ urban sophistication and eclectic mix of events and activities promise fall and winter excitement for all. Enjoy larger-than-life outdoor public sculptures, a presidential museum, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, and pedestrian walkways along the river where anglers cast their lines and their hopes against the backdrop of a quicksilver skyline. And when the winter winds whisk away the last of the autumn leaves and lay down abundant lake-effect snow, downhill and cross-country skiers and snowmobilers take to the slopes and trails just minutes from downtown. Plan your fall or winter getaway for any one of the world-class hotels, Victorian Bed & Breakfasts, and convenient area hotels and motels.
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enjamin Franklin once said, “Hide not your talents, they for use were made. What’s a sun-dial in the shade?” And he obviously practiced what he preached. The Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum presents artifacts related to Franklin’s many inventions, including bifocals, the Franklin stove, the armonica (glass harmonica), and the microscope. As the exhibition reveals, Franklin was so much more than an eccentric scientist prone to flying kites in thunderstorms. He was a founding father, diplomat, humorist, philanthropist, writer, entrepreneur, rebellious teen - and one of the truly remarkable and most influential Americans of any generation. The exhibit runs through January 8, 2012. For more information, visit www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov. FA L L / W I N T E R
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xperience the Lake Effect in Muskegon, where autumn seems to linger a little longer and there’s no business like snow business! It’s Muskegon’s lakeside location that creates countless opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons, but especially during the fall and winter. Here you can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, as well as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and even luging! The same lake effect that ensures abundant snowfall for winter sports enthusiasts also allows golfers to play area links well into October and sometimes November. Another autumn treat is the annual Depot to Depot, Muskegon County Fall Color Tour on October 15. Travel on one of Michigan’s most scenic drives around lakes, over the dunes, and under the colorful canopy of leaves between Muskegon and Whitehall. The holidays in Muskegon create a flurry of events beginning in November with the Holiday Tours at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site. Here you can tour the homes of Muskegon’s most famous lumber barons and experience the holidays as they did in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The nearby Scolnick House depicts the holidays during the Great Depression. For an evening of family fun, you won’t want to miss “Family Christmas in Hackley Park” on November 26. This event kicks off the holiday season with a tree lighting, caroling, and a visit from Santa. For more information about these events and the Muskegon area, visit www.visitmuskegon.org. or call (800) 250-9283.
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uperstitions, shipwrecks, and service are featured in upcoming exhibitions and events at the Lakeshore Museum Center in Muskegon. During the month of September, enjoy free tours of the Hackley & Hume Historic Site, which is comprised of two neighboring Queen Anne-style Victorian houses and the massive City Barn, all once owned by lumber barons Charles H. Hackley and Thomas Hume. The homes are filled with lavish wood carvings, stained glass, and furniture from the late 1800s. And on display at the City Barn is the “Unsolved Mysteries: The Shipwreck Thomas Hume” exhibit, which explores the loss of the lumber schooner in Lake Michigan 120 years ago. Scheduled for October 13-14 are the “See the Sites in a Different Light” tours at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site. At the Hackley House, docents explain the symbolism behind the wood carvings in the Hackley House, and at the Hume House across the courtyard, common superstitions and how to avoid their consequences are discussed. Reservations are required for these tours. Lakeshore Museum Center celebrates the holiday season with special tours at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site, the Scolnik House of the Depression Era, and Fire Barn Museum. Decked out in holiday finery, these sites will be open for tours November 25-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, and 28-29. Hours vary, so please visit www.lakeshoremuseum.org or call (231) 722-0278. On display at the Lakeshore Museum Center is the exhibition, “Serving You for 75 Years,” in recognition of the museum’s upcoming 75th anniversary. This exhibit features some of the earliest artifacts donated to the museum and recognizes the people responsible for the establishment and growth of the museum over the years. Free admission. For more information about the museum and its hours, visit www.lakeshoremuseum.org or call (231) 722-0278.
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appy birthday to you . . . In celebration of the Muskegon Museum of Art’s (MMA) 100th year, it is presenting a series of exhibitions of some of its finest acquisitions. “Tiny Treasures,” which opens September 8, 2011, and runs through February 19, 2012, assembles some of the best tiny treasures from the MMA collections, including prints, paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects. Highlights include a selection of boxes from the Mabel Nano Keating Collection, a bequest of more than 250 miniature boxes and card cases collected from around the world in the first half of the 20th century. Supplementing these portable works of art are intricate engravings by artists such as Albrecht Durer and Rembrandt; paintings by John Singer Sargent and Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema; a collection of paintings on ivory by Isabelle M. Blood; and a sampling of works in bronze, glass, and silver. The second exhibition, “Pictures of the Best Kind: The First 100 Years,” opens December 11, 2011, and runs through January 29, 2012. It features paintings, sculpture, glass, and works on paper acquired during the museum’s first century. The third exhibition in the series, “New Art for the New Century,” opens May 3, 2012 and runs through September 2, 2012. This new collection, in all media forms and ranging in date from the 17th century to the present, will include about 100 new works of art and will be displayed for public viewing for the first time in honor of the museum’s centennial anniversary. For more information, visit www.muskegonartmuseum.org, or call (231) 720-2570.
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WHITE LAKE AREA
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ith the world’s largest weathervane standing proudly on the causeway between the lakeside communities of Montague and Whitehall, you can watch the breezes point the wind direction against the backdrop of splendid autumn color lining beautiful White Lake. The blaze of fall color that embraces the sparkling inland lake waters and the Lake Michigan shoreline are some of the most beautiful you’ll find anywhere. Mark you calendar for the Annual White Lake Fall Fest (Sept. 24) with its farmer’s market, live entertainment, arts and crafts show, hayrides, cider mill, food vendors, and more. Visit town during Pumpkinfest (Oct. 8), and you’ll discover a place that prizes pumpkins so much, they close a street to cars and let the orange orbs rule - actually roll - down the street at the famous Pumpkin Roll down Dowling Hill. The Annual White Lake Area Holiday Walk, held November 18-19, features caroling, free carriage rides, luminaries on Friday evening, holiday shopping in both Montague and Whitehall with free rides from store to store on the Muskegon Trolley, and visits with Santa. For more information, visit www.whitelake.org, or call (800) 879-9702.
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hether you’re sitting on the curb or marching in place along the parade route, you won’t want to miss the 59th White Lake Annual Christmas Parade on December 3. With some 75 entries, this annual holiday parade is one of the largest in west Michigan. Beginning at Whitehall City Hall, the parade of marching bands, clowns, cartoon characters, fire trucks, Brownie and Girl Scout troops and Cub and Boy Scout troops, marches and prances its way to Montague City Hall - with Santa arriving in a regal horse-drawn carriage!
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icture yourself in Pentwater . . . on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan where fall color seems to tumble down the dunes and splash into the steely blue waters of the lake. As you stroll the streets of downtown, you may wrap your sweater a little tighter as the hint of winter blows in on freshening breezes; but the glow from the windows of the charming shops, galleries, and restaurants will warm your soul even on the coldest of nights. All season long, the village hosts festivals and special events, including the annual Oktoberfest (Oct. 7-8), the Festival of Lights Weekend (Nov. 26), Christmas in the Village (Dec. 1-24), and WinterFest in February (Feb. 11 and 18, 2012). The arrival of winter ushers in a flurry of skiers, sledders, and snowmobilers anxious to explore the natural wonders found throughout the area. Whether you choose a Victorian-era bed and breakfast, a shore-side cottage, or cozy motel, Pentwater is truly picture-perfect for fall and winter fun. For more information, visit www.pentwater.org.
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et the lure of the lake lead you to Ludington this fall, where electrifying color lights up the lakefront and blankets the countryside. A favorite place to view the colorful autumn leaves is in Ludington State Park. More than 21 miles of hiking and biking trails wind through the dunes, along the Lake Michigan shore, and through hardwood forests, including a two-mile-long loop that leads to one of the tallest lighthouses on the Great Lakes - Big Sable Point Lighthouse. When the winter snow flies, drifting snowflakes create whimsical ice sculptures on wind-blown beaches and blanket the trails for the pleasure of cross-country skiers and snowmobilers. Nearby Manistee National Forest also offers mile after mile of scenic trails. And when the area’s many inland lakes freeze over, you can fish through the ice for blue gills, perch, walleye, and Northern pike.
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or stressfree holiday shopping, visit downtown Ludington. You’ll find convenient parking and personalized service: where merchants can fill custom orders, do gift wrapping for you, and so much more. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts at art galleries, antiques and collectibles stores, footwear and sports shops, clothing boutiques, and arts and crafts stores. And when your purchases begin to weigh you down, slip into a booth at any one of Ludington’s family-friendly restaurants or cozy bistros.
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aise your glass and make a toast to autumn at Ludington’s annual Oktoberfest on October 1. Shop at the craft show, listen to a live oompah band, and compete in the Bier Stein Hoisting Competition! New this year is the Bier Garten in the North James Street Plaza, which will feature Oktoberfest-inspired beer and food. The Oktoberfest Pub Crawl in downtown Ludington (for adults only) starts at 6 pm, and there are plenty of activities for the kids, too, including pony rides, bounce houses, face painting, and rides on the Baby Badger.
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fall/winter season, Ludington’s Holiday Inn Express is offering ‘build your own packages’ that allow you to design your own personal package for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events. These completely custom packages include an overnight room plus an item of your choice: mini birthday cake, chocolates, flowers, stuffed animals, balloons, and a personal message card. With just one call, you can make your trip extra special and unforgettable. Also this autumn, Holiday Inn Express Ludington is offering a fall-color tour basket for just $1 when you book a room at the hotel’s best flex rate. Ludington’s Holiday Inn Express features the area’s largest heated indoor pool and hot tub, a 24-hour game room, and the exclusive KIDSUITE rooms with a special bunk area for the kids. Convenient to many area attractions, Holiday Inn Express Ludington welcomes your four-legged friends and serves free breakfast, too! For more information, visit www.stayludington.com or call (866) 493-5171.
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ho needs Times Square when you can be in downtown Ludington for its annual Lighted Ball Drop at midnight on New Year’s Eve? On December 31st as part of the “Light Up the Lake” community event, the six-foot, five inch in diameter ball is lit by 6,000 LED lights and was designed and made by local residents. Join in the fun starting at 9 pm at the North James Street Plaza and stick around for the count down - 10, 9, 8, 7 . . . Happy New Year!
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H O L I D AY
C E L E B R AT I O N S
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all and winter in Manistee County are thrilling, chilling, and filling! In autumn, the Manistee National Forest in the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s backyard is a kaleidoscope of color and helps set the stage for a monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of fun. During Macabre Manistee County, Oct. 1-31, more than two dozen autumn and Halloween events are celebrated throughout the county, including harvest festivals, haunted houses, Manisteeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ghost Ship, live theatre, and more. The areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nine inland lakes, 276 miles of rivers and streams, and access to Lake Michigan offer anglers some of the best sports fishing action in the entire state. And when old man winter arrives, blanketing the woods and towns in snow and putting a crusty coat on area lakes, a whole new season of fun begins. In downtown Manistee, Michiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Victorian Port City, the holiday season kicks off with the Victorian Sleighbell Parade and Olde Christmas Weekend, December 1-4. An authentic Victorian photo by Tero Repo Christmas parade, a Festival of Trees, arts and gliks.com crafts show, and a soup cook off highlight this annual event. 2IVER 3T -ANISTEE -) s
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et a head start on Halloween at Manistee’s Boos, Brews & Brats on October 22. Here, kids will get a kick out of trick or treating at downtown merchants’ stores, competing in the costume competition, and dressing up their pets for the costumed pet parade. Also on tap are beer and grilled gourmet brats in the hospitality tent, live entertainment in the event tent, and a carnival for the kids.
Snyder’s Shoes & Leather Repair
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nyder’s Shoes & Leather Repair in downtown Manistee has been providing quality merchandise, leather repair, and exceptional customer service for more than 70 years. From Asics to Uggs, you will find shoes, boots, sandals, and footwear accessories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Stop in today to see the new fall/winter collections. Have a favorite pair of shoes or a handbag that needs help? Snyder’s professional shoe and leather repair can resole shoes and boots, replace zippers, repair handbags, and much more. For more information, visit www.snyders-shoes.com or call (231) 723-3383.
Ramsdell Theatre
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Victorian architectural gem, the historic Ramsdell Theatre in downtown Manistee has been a showplace for the arts since it opened in 1903. In its heyday, it averaged 40 productions annually; and in fact, Manistee’s own, James Earl Jones, got his start here. Still vibrant after more than 110 years, Ramsdell Theatre’s fall-winter production schedule includes, “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp,” a children’s production, September 16-18; “Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” October 14-16 and October 21-23; and “A Christmas Carol,” a Christmas musical, December 2-4 and December 9-11. For more information and tickets, visit www. ramsdell-theater.org or call (231) 723-9948.
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leigh bells ring, are you listenin’? Hear sleigh bells and the clip-clop of horses hooves at Manistee’s annual Victorian Sleighbell Parade on December 3 at 5:30 pm. This authentic Victorian Christmas parade is part of Manistee’s Olde Christmas Weekend and features carriages bedecked in greenery and red velvet bows and sleds topped with giant Christmas trees drawn by regal Belgian horses. This parade is unique in that there are no electric lights and motorized vehicles allowed. It’s authentically Victorian in every sense. The entire weekend is filled with activities, including a Gingerbread House contest, a Festival of Trees, a soup cook off, and guided tours of a lumberman’s mansion. The songs of carolers dressed in period dresses, coats, and top hats are sure to transport you back in time and enhance the spirit of the season. For more information, visit www.manisteedowntown.com.
Nestled by the Victorian port city of Manistee, at the cusp of scenic M-22, Little River Casino Resort is one of Michigan’s premier entertainment destinations. Our spacious northern-style lodge hotel offers 292 comfortable rooms, which offer road-weary travelers the perfect way to relax after a day of photos and fun. We have three delightful restaurants to suit any taste, or budget. And you can enjoy a color tour of a different kind amongst our nearly 1,500 slots and variety of table games. Come play and stay with us, make your reservations now at 1-888-568-2244. More excitement, more autumn adventure, more things to see and do… Little River is truly more fun than ever!
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welcome to
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enzie County has long been known for its unspoiled wilderness and peaceful way of life. Now the entire country knows that Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is “the most beautiful place in America.” Viewers of ABC’s “Good Morning America” chose it over such places as Sedona, Cape Cod, the Grand Tetons, and Hawaii’s Lanikai Beach. The area’s rolling hills and tree-covered dunes provide a dramatic backdrop any time of the year, but it’s especially scenic during autumn. Panoramic overlooks along the famous M-22 roadway provide breathtaking views of a paint palette of color spilling into the crisp blue waters of area lakes. Here, you can enjoy the serenity of the season from a canoe or kayak on the Betsie or Platte Rivers. You can hike or bike the Betsie Valley or FrankfortElberta Beach Trails, which offer mile after mile of unparalleled natural beauty as they roll through the countryside and skirt the edge of towns. Or bring some clubs and make a tee-time for any of the area’s great golf courses. When the first snowflakes of the season fall on Benzie County, zip up your jacket, step into your boots, and pull on your mittens for a whole new season of fun. Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and tubing are tops at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, named the #1 Resort in the Midwest by SKI magazine. New for the 2011-12 ski season at Crystal is a new loading conveyor quad chairlift, which is beginner skier friendly! Holiday shopping in the villages of Benzonia, Beulah, Elberta, and Frankfort is like nowhere else if you are looking for unique gifts. Galleries display the works of local artists and craftspeople and boutiques offer a fine selection of home décor items, upscale clothing, jewelry, and antiques. For more information about Benzie County, visit www.visitbenzie.com or call (800) 882-5801.
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Benzie County Fall Festivals
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ave twice the fun at Benzie County’s Fall Festivals. Back-toback weekend festivals, October 1-2 in Beulah and Benzonia, and October 8-9 in Frankfort and Elberta, include pumpkin and gourd carving by master carvers, including Ed Moody from Frankfort, pumpkin chucking, parades, and children’s activities. Tours of Point Betsie Lighthouse are also available during scheduled times. For more information, visit www.visitbenzie.com.
Beulah
February 18-19, 2012
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ife is peaceful in the idyllic little village of Beulah overlooking beautiful Crystal Lake. As well as being the best place on the lake for watching spectacular sunsets, it’s also a great place from which to view the colorful leaves on the trees that ring the shore in autumn. It is also a popular spot for winter activities like snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing, snow shoeing, and cross-country skiing. Downtown, you can shop on Main Street for sporting goods, home décor, original art, clothing, and jewelry made in Beulah, and dine on delicatessen, burgers, pizza, organic cuisine, and more.
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ne of the coolest events in Benzie County is the 4th Annual Shiver by the River in Frankfort and Elberta, February 18-19, 2012. Watch the skill and, yes, the aerodynamics of competitors in the SnoCross snowmobile races in downtown Frankfort where more than 100 riders compete in a series of races on an obstacle track built in Open Space Park. A whole host of activities keeps winter’s chill at bay, including bowling on Main Street, snowman building, sledding, kids’ games, a winter parade, and warming stations where you can slip inside to get out of the cold. Local restaurants also will be serving up specials that warm from the inside out! The village of Elberta also gets in on the fun with sledding, snow art, a fire pit, hot cocoa and coffee, and more. For more information, visit www.frankfort-elberta.com.
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lanning a fall or winter getaway? Northern Rental Management in Beulah can help you find the perfect cottage or resort home in Benzie County - from panoramic Lake Michigan waterfront homes to secluded cottages tucked away in the woods. For more information, visit www.northernrental.net or call (800) 326-2352.
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rom casual to classic, Hull’s of Frankfort has been serving women with quality, brand-name apparel for more than 40 years. Whether shopping in Hull’s on Main Street or shopping on line, you will find brands such as Icelandic Designs, Brighton, Neon Buddha, Tribal Sportswear, and a commitment to providing great value and exceptional customer service. For more information or to shop online, visit www.hullsoffrankfort.com or call (800) 478-HULL (4855).
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hen autumn arrives in the Traverse City area, you can’t help but take notice. Colors collide on the hillsides surrounding the sparkling blue waters of Grand Traverse Bay and the crispness in the air hints at old man winter waiting in the wings. This four-season vacation destination has seemingly saved the best for last! L AKE As well as an abundance of outdoor activities, the Grand Traverse region is known for its fine museums, MI C HIG award-winning wineries and restaurants, family-friendly festivals, a vibrant cultural scene, and full-service AN resorts. Autumn is an especially good time to explore the area’s trail systems, including the 10.5-mile-long Downtown Traverse Area Recreational Trail (TART), which is great for family hiking, bicycling, and in-line skating; Traverse City and when the snow flies, cross-country skiing. The region’s lakes, rivers, and streams also offer fine fishing opportunities for the fall catch of salmon and pan fish. And when the snow flies, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing are tops! 72
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Traverse Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shopping District J
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November 17-19 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cabaretâ&#x20AC;? December 8-10 â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Nutcrackerâ&#x20AC;?
September 28 Sphinx Virtuosi
December 15 Mike Vax with the Interlochen Arts Academy Jazz Ensemble: A Tribute to Stan Kenton January 20, 2012 Kevin Cobb with the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra February 24, 2012 The Magic School Bus Live: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Climate Changeâ&#x20AC;? February 28, 2012 Alonzo King LINES Ballet May 11-12, 2012 â&#x20AC;&#x153;West Side Storyâ&#x20AC;?
October 6 Interlochen Arts Academy â&#x20AC;&#x153;Collageâ&#x20AC;?
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April 15, 2012 Canadian Brass Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs April 21, 2012 GrooveWalk, 9 pm - 1 am Downtown Holland April 28, 2012 “Sounds of France” Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor
MAY 2012
May 3 - September 2, 2012 “New Art for the New Century” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon
A significant new collection has been assembled in honor of the museum’s 100th anniversary.
SHORELINE CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 February 18-19, 2012 Shiver By the River Frankfort February 21, 2012 Mardi Gras Parade, 7 pm Douglas February 24, 2012 “Blast!” Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor February 25, 2012 Outhouse 500 & 8th Annual Chili Cook-off Coopersville February 26 - March 3 Traverse City Restaurant Week Downtown Traverse City
Don’t miss out on amazing three-course meals for just $25 per person during this second annual event.
MARCH 2012 March 1 - April 30, 2012 Butterflies are Blooming! Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids March 2-3, 2012 Cirque de la Symphonie, West Shore Symphony Frauenthal Center, Muskegon March 3 - April 29, 2012 “Expressions 2012: Celebrating 30 Years, Muskegon County Annual Student Art Exhibition” Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon March 2-4, 2012 Girlfriends Weekend Downtown Holland
March 9-11, 2012 West Michigan Women’s Expo DeVos Place, Grand Rapids March 10, 2012 St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade, 2 pm Saugatuck/Douglas Area March 10, 2012 Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs March 13, 2012 National Dance Co. of Ireland’s Rhythm of the Dance Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor March 17, 2012 Celtic Celebration, Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor March 18, 2012 Holland Symphony Orchestra, Family Concert Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland March 23-24 Beethoven & Blue Jeans, West Michigan Symphony Frauenthal Center, Muskegon March 23-April 29, 2012 “Building Blocks” South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven This exhibit showcases the artistic talents of the area elementary schools.
APRIL 2012 April 14, 2012
“Point of Grace” Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor April 14, 2012 Holland Symphony Orchestra, Classics III Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland
May 5-6 Spring Sip & Savor
The Leelanau Peninsula Vintner’s Association hosts its annual Spring Sip & Savor wine trail event. Enjoy special wine and food pairings at each of the wineries on the wine trail.
May 14 - June 17, 2012 “62nd Annual Member’s Show: Visual Feast” South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven May 25 “Ellis Island: The Dream of America” Lake Michigan College, Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore . . . ”The Most Beautiful Place in America!”
— ABC’s Good Morning America Most Beautiful Places Competition 2011
TODD REED
For more information about this area, you may contact the Benzie County Visitors Bureau, or the U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov/slbe A Shoreline Visitors Guides’ marketing partner, the Benzie County Visitors Bureau is located in Northern Michigan, just south of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
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