Small Towns Big Picture: The Bill Simmons Photographs Exhibition at the SCA
Event Dates: 01/14/2012 through 03/09/2012
The exhibition, Small Towns Big Picture The Bill Simmons Photographs: Saugatuck-Douglas, 1941-1960 is showing at the Saugatuck Center for the arts through March9, 2012.
For more information, contact the SCA at: 269.857.2399 or Sarah@sc4a.org
The exhibition is sponsored by Mark Neidlinger and MCACA.
Music at Saugatuck Brewing Company
Event Date: 02/25/2012
Tonight: Cold Cash Machine (blues and classic rock)
For more info, call 269-857-7222 or visit http://saugatuckbrewing.com
4th Annual Hempy Keyboard Performance Series
Event Date: 02/26/2012
Bob Milne
Boogie Woogie
Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck
All Performances at 2:00 pm
Tickets $10 | Students with ID and children 17 and under free
269.857.2399 or www.sc4a.org
Red Barn Film Studies: Ocean's Eleven
Event Date: 02/28/2012
Join us in the warm and cozy Red Barn Parlor Theater in the lower level where food will now be available on Tuesday when the doors open at 6 until 6 PM. Film begins at 7 PM.
The Red Barn Theater’s film series continues Feb. 28 with "Ocean's Eleven," the ring-a-ding 1960 comedy caper flick featuring Hollywood Rat Pack chieftans Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Joey Bishop, and Sammy Davis, Jr. along with the sweet and soulful Angie Dickinson.
Join host John Hardy at 7 p.m. in front of The Big Screen at The Red Barn, 3657 63rd St. at Blue Star Hwy., Saugatuck, about a quarter mile east of Exit 41 off of I-196.
Suggested donation is $5. Free popcorn from CNJ Popcorn Co. and $1 concessions. Call (269) 857-5300 for more information or email lakeshorearts@comcast.net
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 03/01/2012
Two for the Road playing at the Douglas Library.
Bridal Bash 2012!
Event Date: 03/03/2012
Bridal Bash 2012!
Presented by Bobby J & West Michigan Caterer
Noon - 4pm
Free Admission
Outdoor and indoor ceremony sites, as well as tented and indoor reception options available.
Plan your entire wedding in one location!
Drawings and prizes throught the show.
Over 30 wedding vendors to help you plan your perfect day.
Caterers - florists - Photographers - DJ's - Bakers - Travel - Spa Services
Laketown Golf & Conference Center
6069 Blue Star Highway
Saugatuck, MI 49453
www.laketown-center.com

Real to Reel Movie Series at the SCA
Event Date: 03/08/2012
Reel to Reel Series at the SCA
All seatings at 7:00pm - Tickets available at the door
$5 for SCA and Holland Arts Council Members and Students
$7 General Admission
Tonight: Tabloid
The story of Joyce McKinney, a former Miss Wyoming, who was accused of kidnapping & raping Kirk Anderson, an American Mormon missionary
Sponsored by Clark Hill Entertainment Industry Team, Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites, Jon Helmrich & Stephen Mottram, Jim & Priscilla Lynch
World Fest, China Concert
Event Date: 03/10/2012
World Fest, China Concert: Tarim-Uygur Dance Ensemble
7:00 pm $20/Adults $5/Children 17 and younger
A feast for the eyes and ears, this 19-member ensemble preserves the rich and ancient Uygur cultural heritage through spectacular music and elegant dance.
A program of Arts Midwest, the 2011-2013 Arts Midwest World Fest cycle is generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, 3M Foundation, and MetLife Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China for Tarim Uygur Song and Dance. This activity is also funded, in part, by the Minnesota State Arts Board through the arts and cultural heritage fund as appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the Legacy Amendment vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
Arts Midwest World Fest is also generously supported by Illinois Arts Council, Indiana Arts Commission, Iowa Arts Council, Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, Minnesota State Arts Board, North Dakota Council on the Arts, Ohio Arts Council, South Dakota Arts Council, and Wisconsin Arts Board.
Food & Wine Pairing
Event Dates: 03/10/2012 through 03/11/2012
With all of the interest in wine and food pairing, Fenn Valley instituted the Wine & Food Pairing Weekends several years ago. During this event, they try to unravel some of the mysteries that seemingly surround a successful wine and food pairing, hopefully helping you understand why some wines pair better with certain foods than others. On top of that, they are giving you a sneak peek at some of the wines that will be released during the coming summer, including two red wines from the fabulous 2010 vintage. Seating will be by reservation only.
Reservations at: 269.561.2396 or http://fennvalley.com.
4th Annual Hempy Keyboard Performance Series
Event Date: 03/11/2012
Andrew Le
Classical
Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck
All Performances at 2:00 pm
Tickets $10 | Students with ID and children 17 and under free
269.857.2399 or www.sc4a.org
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 03/14/2012
"The Wages of Sin and Other Tales."
A sit-down photo tour with Marsha Konitio. "Sinful" refreshmentsserved.
Time: 7pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas.
"About It" Series: In the Spotlight
Event Date: 03/15/2012
"In the Spotlight" Creating a professinal theatre production with Kurt Stamm, SCA Artistic Director
7pm
Admission: good will offering.
Saguatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453
269/857-2399
The 2012 About It! series is a series of informal, informative talks about art, design, culture, and our world.
Sponsored by Bill Underdown – Shoreline Realtors.
Movie at the Douglas Library
Event Date: 03/15/2012
Wait Until Dark showing at the Douglas Library.
Poetry Reading with Keith Taylor and Alison Swan
Event Date: 03/16/2012
6:30 pm
Poets Keith Taylor and Alison Swan will read from their recent collections. A reception and book signing will follow.
Admission is free.
St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
Event Date: 03/17/2012
2 pm. Kicks off at the Ship-N-Shore Motel, where Pub Crawlers receive their official Pub Crawl t-shirts and are assembled into "competitive" teams. After a Irish toast and send off, the Pub Crawl makes five stops including: The White House Bistro, Wally’s Bar & Grill, Wicks Park Bar & Grill, The Sandbar Saloon, and the Corner Bar. Each Pub Crawl stop offers its own signature drink special, available exclusively to Pub Crawlers.
The Pub Crawl wraps up at 8 pm at Coral Gables- but that’s just when the "Pub Crawl After Party" begins, featuring a live band and entertainment! Each member of the "winning" Pub Crawl team also receives a prize, which is given out at the after-party. The "Pub Crawl After Party" is also only available to official Pub Crawlers.
The cost for a room ranges from $100-$120 (based on double occupancy). This rate includes two (2) official 2012 Pub Crawl t-shirts, an "Irish" gift bag in each room, and a late check-out on Sunday. Additional guests can be added to each room for $20 per person and this includes a t-shirt and gift bag for each person, as well. Rooms are based on availability, and do sell out quickly.
For those who would like to join the Pub Crawl without getting a room, the cost is $25 per person. This fee includes a 2012 Pub Crawl t-shirt and access to the Pub Crawl. Those who wish to sign up for the Pub Crawl without getting a room must do so by Monday, March 12th to ensure correct t-shirt sizes. Commemorative 2012 Pub Crawl mugs will also be available, priced at $5 per mug. All mugs must be ordered by March 7th.
For Pub Crawl reservations, or for any further questions, please call the Ship-N-Shore at (269) 857-2194.
The 9h Annual St. Patrick's Day Pet Parade & Festival
Event Date: 03/17/2012
Pet Parade is at 2pm. Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Convention & Visitors Bureau. For further information, call (269) 857-1701.
Food & Wine Pairing
Event Dates: 03/17/2012 through 03/18/2012
With all of the interest in wine and food pairing, Fenn Valley instituted the Wine & Food Pairing Weekends several years ago. During this event, they try to unravel some of the mysteries that seemingly surround a successful wine and food pairing, hopefully helping you understand why some wines pair better with certain foods than others. On top of that, they are giving you a sneak peek at some of the wines that will be released during the coming summer, including two red wines from the fabulous 2010 vintage. Seating will be by reservation only.
Reservations at: 269.561.2396 or http://fennvalley.com.
Old World New World - Works by Rebecca Green
Event Dates: 03/23/2012 through 04/28/2012
Old World New World – Works by Rebecca Green
7:00 pm
Grand Rapids artist Rebecca Green is a graduate of Kendall College of Art and Design, and will display collection of work comprised of pieces created during the past year, all of which deal with the joys and perils of everyday life. Within this body of work, many shapes, sizes and mediums are explored, giving the artist the ability to examine multiple ways of communication.
Free admission; exhibition open through April 28
Pre-Release Winemaker's Dinner at Fenn Valley
Event Date: 03/24/2012
The annual Pre-Release winemaker's dinner will take place on March 24 at 6:00. $70 per person.
They will feature all six of their Pre-Release wines in the setting of a gourmet meal that will give you the opportunity to experience these wines in the best setting – with food.
Reservations (required) at: 269.561.2396 or http://fennvalley.com.
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 03/29/2012
Rembrant showing at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Understanding Beer Styles
Event Date: 03/29/2012
Saugatuck Brewing Company, Douglas
April Fool's Day
Event Date: 04/01/2012
Surprise!
SABA Member Spring Kick-Off
Event Date: 04/10/2012
SABA Member Spring Kick-Off. More details to follow.
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 04/11/2012
"How the Home Folks Followed the War."
Jim Schmiechen will use images and the little-known "Douglas Dope" wartime newsletter to examine news that connected local boys at the "Front" with folks at home during World War II. Wartime ration refreshments will be served.
Time: 7pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas.
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 04/12/2012
The Lady Vanishes showing at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Real to Reel Movie Series at the SCA
Event Date: 04/12/2012
Reel to Reel Series at the SCA
All seatings at 7:00pm - Tickets available at the door
$5 for SCA and Holland Arts Council Members and Students
$7 General Admission
Tonight: You've Been Trumped
In this David and Goliath story for the 21st century, a group of proud Scottish homeowners take on celebrity tycoon Donald Trump
Sponsored by Clark Hill Entertainment Industry Team, Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites, Jon Helmrich & Stephen Mottram, Jim & Priscilla Lynch
Town Crier 5K & 10K Race
Event Date: 04/14/2012
The goal of the Town Crier 5K & 10K is to provide an outstanding competitive event for runners that encourages health, exercise and fun for all! Two new courses this year-the 10K which includes a loop on the bike path and woods southwest of town and the 5K winding around historic Saugatuck. Run both races for just one entry fee. The 1K Crier Kids Dash is a non-competitive fun run to interest kids in running as a sport. The Town Crier will benefit Saugatuck Public School athletics, Community Recreation, Saugatuck Youth Center and SABA.
The 10K begins at 9 a.m. Next is the Crier Kids Dash at 9:15 a.m The 5K will begin between 10 and 10:15 a.m. depending on the 10K finishers.
Click here for more information.
"About It" Series: Greening Your Garden
Event Date: 04/26/2012
Greening Your Garden with Greg Raymond, EcoGardens
7pm
Admission: good will offering.
Saguatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453
269/857-2399
The 2012 About It! series is a series of informal, informative talks about art, design, culture, and our world.
Sponsored by Bill Underdown – Shoreline Realtors.
Specialty Beer Tasting
Event Date: 04/26/2012
Specialty Beer Tasting at the Saugatuck Brewing Company, Douglas.
Ethnic Winemakers Dinner: Brazil
Event Date: 04/28/2012
Ethnic Winemakers Dinner at Fenn Valley Winery - Brazil!
Each year Fenn Valley host a winemaker’s dinner featuring the cuisine of some foreign land, and this year they have chosen Brazil. The dinner will be a five-course meal with representative foods from various regions throughout Brazil, which will be paired with a selection of Fenn Valley wines. Unlike the United States where there is little regional food diversity, Brazil has many foods that are unique to each of the 26 states and you will be sampling some of the more popular foods from the southeastern region of Brazil.
For more info, visit http://www.fennvalley.com or call 269-561-2396.
Sounds of Saugatuck - SOS!
Event Date: 04/28/2012Free Events sponsored by the Saugauck Venetian Festival and the Saugatuck-Douglas CVB. Join the fun!
Venues and Bands will be listed here soon. Come back and check!
The Momologues at Red Barn Playhouse
Event Dates: 05/04/2012 through 05/06/2012
Come to the Red Barn Theatre for the play, "The Momologues."
Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.
Art and All That Jazz
Event Date: 05/05/2012
6 - 8pm Stroll with Douglas through our galleries & shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions and listening to the Jim Cooper Jazz Band. Don't forget to stop at one of the great restaurants, cafes or coffee shops to grab a drink or a bite. Dancing in the streets is allowed! A hot new event in Beautiful Downtown Douglas.
Girls Afternoon Out at Fenn Valley
Event Date: 05/05/2012
Come to the Fenn Valley Winery for Girls Afternoon Out!
Join the winery for a fun afternoon as Chef Christine Ferris demonstrates how to use whole grains for a nutritious and healthy life style.
$30/pp includes lunch, wine, tax and tip. 11-2 pm. Reservations required (accepted March 1).
Starting March 1 reservations can be made at: 269.561.2396 or http://fennvalley.com.
Saugatuck & Douglas Spring Preview
Event Date: 05/05/2012
Spring Preview in Saugatuck and Douglas today from 12pm to 8pm.
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 05/09/2012
"Shipwrecks, Heroes & Scallywags."
Middle School teacher Wendy Colson's sixth-grade language arts class will host an opening reception for their exhibition telling Lake Michigan stories through words, artwork and model building. "Massive desserts" will be served. The exhibit will continue in the Old School House until June.
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas.
Shipwrecks, Heroes & Scallywags SDHS Exhibition
Event Dates: 05/09/2012 through 05/31/2012
"Shipwrecks, Heroes & Scallywags."
Middle School teacher Wendy Colson's sixth-grade language arts class will present their exhibition telling Lake Michigan stories through words, artwork and model building. The exhibit will continue in the Old School House until June.
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas.
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 05/10/2012
A Canterbury Tale playing at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library.
Real to Reel Movie Series at the SCA
Event Date: 05/10/2012
Reel to Reel Series at the SCA
All seatings at 7:00pm - Tickets available at the door
$5 for SCA and Holland Arts Council Members and Students
$7 General Admission
Tonight -- Eames: The Architect and the Painter
The personal story of Charles & Ray Eames, America's most influential & important industrial designers
Sponsored by Clark Hill Entertainment Industry Team, Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites, Jon Helmrich & Stephen Mottram, Jim & Priscilla Lynch
The Momologues at Red Barn Playhouse
Event Dates: 05/11/2012 through 05/13/2012
Come to the Red Barn Theatre for the play, "The Momologues."
Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.
West Michigan Youth Ballet
Event Date: 05/12/2012
West Michigan Youth Ballet at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts in Saugatuck.
For more information go to: www.sc4a.org or call the SCA at 269-857-2399.
Mothers Day
Event Date: 05/13/2012
Happy Mother's Day!
Annual Garden Club Plant Sale
Event Date: 05/19/2012
Annual Garden Club plant sale @ the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, from 9am to 2pm
Starry Night
Event Date: 05/19/2012
Starry Night
Mason Street Warehouse
Performance Gala
At the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck
269.857.2399 or www.sc4a.org
"About It" Series: Building Windy City Water Taxis
Event Date: 05/24/2012
Building Windy City Water Taxis with David Anderson, Master Boat Builder
7pm
Admission: good will offering.
Saguatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453
269/857-2399
The 2012 About It! series is a series of informal, informative talks about art, design, culture, and our world.
Sponsored by Bill Underdown – Shoreline Realtors.
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 05/24/2012
Green for Danger playing at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library.
Marcia Ball
Event Date: 05/27/2012
Marcia Ball
8:00 pm
$35/Ticket
Fan favorite Marcia Ball, bayou queen of the piano, returns to the SCA to kick off our summer mainstage lineup! Marcia knows how to rock a crowd with an infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional brand of southern boogie, rollicking, roadhouse blues and heartfelt ballads.
2012 Mainstage Sponsors: Hilliard Lyons of Holland; Great Lakes Manor & Cottages
Memorial Day
Event Date: 05/30/2012
All the very best on this Memorial Day.
Carney Dreams, Musical
Event Dates: 06/01/2012 through 06/03/2012
Enjoy the musical, Carney Dreams, at the Red Barn Theatre, Saugatuck.
For more info, call 269-857-5300 or visit http://www.redbarnsaugatuck.com.
4 Paws for a Cause "Caring Hearts" Fundraiser
Event Date: 06/02/2012
4 Paws for a Cause "Caring Hearts" @ the Saugatuck Yacht Club on June 2nd, 6pm to 10:30pm.
Iconic folk/rock singer Judy Collins at the SCA
Event Date: 06/03/2012
Iconic folk/rock singer and songwriter Judy Collins, best known for songs such as "Both Sides Now" and "Chelsea Morning," returns to West Michigan in June for a performance at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts (400 Culver Street, Saugatuck).
The show is at 8 p.m. June 3. Reserved seatrs are $45 and are now available. Limited seats are available in the SCA's intimate, 400-seat theatre.
Tickets are available online at www.sc4a.org or by calling the SCA at 269-857-2399.
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 06/07/2012
The movie, Whiskey Galore, playing at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library.
Real to Reel Movie Series at the SCA
Event Date: 06/07/2012
Reel to Reel Series at the SCA
All seatings at 7:00pm - Tickets available at the door
$5 for SCA and Holland Arts Council Members and Students
$7 General Admission
Tonight: We Were Here
Illuminates the profound personal & community issues raised by the AIDS epidemic as well as the broad political & social upheavals it unleashed in the 1980s
Sponsored by Clark Hill Entertainment Industry Team, Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites, Jon Helmrich & Stephen Mottram, Jim & Priscilla Lynch
Art and All That Jazz
Event Date: 06/09/2012
6 - 8pm - Stroll with Douglas through our galleries & shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions and listening to the Jim Cooper Jazz Band. Don't forget to stop at one of the great restaurants, cafes or coffee shops to grab a drink or a bite. Dancing in the streets is allowed! A hot new event in Beautiful Downtown Douglas.
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 06/13/2012
"Michigan's Titanic: The Mysteries of the Wreck of the Steamship Chicora"
Historian Kit Lane will discuss the disaster and attempt to find ship remains in the new center boathouse. Shipboard refreshments will be served. The society board will hold its annual meeting and report beforehand at 7pm.
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
"About It" Series: The S.S. Keewatin
Event Date: 06/14/2012
The S.S. Keewatin: The latest on one of Saugatuck's most iconic vessels
7pm
Admission: good will offering.
Saguatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453
269/857-2399
The 2012 About It! series is a series of informal, informative talks about art, design, culture, and our world.
Sponsored by Bill Underdown – Shoreline Realtors.
Waterfront Film Festival
Event Dates: 06/14/2012 through 06/17/2012
Join us for this annual event in Saugatuck and Douglas.
In what has quickly become a tradition, the idyllic resort village of Saugatuck, Michigan comes alive each June with filmgoers, actors, producers and directors sharing the excitement as outstanding independent films from all over the United States are screened in casual, intimate settings. Entertainment professionals from Los Angeles, New York and Michigan created the Waterfront Film Festival in 1999 to provide a "middle coast" venue for independent filmmakers eager to show their work to sophisticated audiences. The festival has succeeded with growing support and recognition each year, and enthusiastic reviews from attendees. We invite you to participate!
For more information, go to: http://www.waterfrontfilm.org/
Oxbow Friday Night Open Studios
Event Date: 06/15/2012
Come out to this amazing artist retreat and watch art in the making!
The Solstice Affiar
Event Date: 06/16/2012
The Solstice Affair
At the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck
Summer Benefit
269.857.2399 or www.sc4a.org
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 06/20/2012
7-9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Movie at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library
Event Date: 06/21/2012
See the film, Man in the White Suit, at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library.
Avenue Q at the Mason Street Warehouse Theatre
Event Dates: 06/22/2012 through 07/15/2012
The Mason Street Warehouse theatre season kicks off on Friday, June 22 with the laugh-out-loud Avenue Q, running through July 15. Winner of the 2004 Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part puppet and packed with heart. Avenue Q tells the story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q – but soon discovers that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to findjobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life. (Mature audiences, adult content and language.)
Ticket prices for individual theatrical performances range from $26 to $39.75, and single"Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the Saugatuck Center for the Arts serves as a economic, arts and cultural and economic catalyst in West Michigan and beyond, and is home to Mason Street Warehouse, a professional Equity theatre. For further information on SCA, visit www.sc4a.org.
Wine Festival & Open House at Fenn Valley
Event Date: 06/23/2012
There will be tasting locations outside in the vineyards (weather permitting), providing you with an opportunity to visit the most picturesque spots on the farm while you taste a selection of wines in the vineyard where they originated. The People Hauler (Wagon) will be continuously transporting participants from the winery to the vineyard tasting sites, or you can enjoy a leisurely 10 minute stroll from the winery to the vineyard.
With your entry you'll receive a souvenir Fenn Valley logo wineglass for tasting specially selected wines, tasting tickets or a ticket for a glass of wine of your choice. Tables will be available should you wish to linger over a glass of wine and visit with family and friends. Or bring your own lawn chairs or blanket.
Reservations speed the entry process but are not necessary. Cost: $8.00 per person
For more info and reservations: 269.561.2396 or http://fennvalley.com.
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 06/27/2012
7-9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
DOUGLAS SOCIAL
Event Date: 06/28/2012
5:30 - 9pm - Come join us for great music, food and friendship!
Oxbow Friday Night Open Studios
Event Date: 06/29/2012
Come out to this amazing artist retreat and watch art in the making!
Dutchers Vintage Baseball Game
Event Date: 06/30/2012
2pm - Vintage Baseball in downtown Douglas - Beery Field
Waterfront Invitational Art Fair
Event Date: 06/30/2012
This annual event is always fun with lots of great art added to the marvelous art galleries in town. This event can't be missed by art lovers!
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 07/04/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 07/11/2012
7-9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 07/11/2012
"The Circus Comes to Douglas"
Learn about the history of the old-time circus and hear SDHS member Bob Sapita explain how his model circus - complete with sound and animation - was built. Circus time refreshments will be served. The circus will be on display in the center through July 23.
Time: 7pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
Model Circus Exhibition at the Old School House, Douglas
Event Dates: 07/11/2012 through 07/23/2012
"The Circus Comes to Douglas"
This is an exhibition of SDHS member Bob Sapita's model circus - complete with sound and animation. The circus will be on display in the center through July 23.
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
Good Lovelies Female Trio at Mason Street Warehouse
Event Date: 07/18/2012
The "Bonus Track" lineup begins with the Good Lovelies on July 18. Funny and upbeat with a pinch of sass, this female trio offers up gorgeous three-part harmonies, constant instrument swapping and witty on-stage banter.
Single "Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 07/18/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Modern-Day Vaudevillian, Marcus Monroe, Performs
Event Dates: 07/19/2012 through 07/20/2012
Marcus Monroe, a modern-day vaudevillian, performs at the Mason Street Warehouse on July 19 and 20. Marcus is a dynamic, hilarious entertainer who mixes juggling, unicycles, fire, food and comedy for an unforgettable evening of pure entertainment.
Single "Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
Grammy-winning Cajun Band at Mason Street Warehouse
Event Date: 07/21/2012
“Bonus Track” week finishes up on July 21 with a big N’awlins party featuring Grammy-winning BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet who Garrison Keillor of Prairie Home Companion says is “The Best Cajun Band in the World.”
Single "Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 07/25/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Our Sinatra at the Mason Street Warehouse Theatre
Event Dates: 07/27/2012 through 08/12/2012
The theatre season continues with Our Sinatra from July 27 through August 12. One of Off-Broadway’s longest running shows and the most successful show of MSW’s inaugural season returns to Saugatuck in honor of MSW and SCA’s 10th anniversary. This tribute to Old Blue Eyes, starring MSW’s original cast (Tony DeSare, Laurie Wells and Adam James) ran in New York for four years, spawned three national tours and hasplayed in more than thirty regional markets. Our Sinatra celebrates sexy, swingin’ music that never goes out of style.
Ticket prices for individual theatrical performances range from $26 to $39.75, and single"Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the Saugatuck Center for the Arts serves as a economic, arts and cultural and economic catalyst in West Michigan and beyond, and is home to Mason Street Warehouse, a professional Equity theatre. For further information on SCA, visit www.sc4a.org.
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 08/01/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Historical Society's "Don't Panic" Shipwreck Picnic
Event Date: 08/08/2012
"The 'Don't Panic' Shipwreck Picnic."
Gather in the center garden and boathouse for the traditional SDHS summer picnic, including a treasure hunt.
Time: 6pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 08/08/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Art and All That Jazz
Event Date: 08/11/2012
6 - 8pm - Stroll with Douglas through our galleries & shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions and listening to the Jim Cooper Jazz Band. Don't forget to stop at one of the great restaurants, cafes or coffee shops to grab a drink or a bite. Dancing in the streets is allowed! A hot new event in Beautiful Downtown Douglas.
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 08/15/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Annual Sidewalk Sale
Event Date: 08/16/2012
9am - 5pm - Downtown Saugatuck. Lots of fun, great bargains on merchandise, giveaways, entertainment sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association

Boeing Boeing at the Mason Street Warehouse Theatre
Event Dates: 08/17/2012 through 09/02/2012
The 2012 season closes with the romantic bedroom comedy Boeing Boeing, showing from August 17 through September 2. Winner of the 2008 Tony for Best Revival of a play, Boeing Boeing tells the tale of American playboy Bernard, a successful architect living in Paris, who juggles three flight attendant fiances. He tracks their airlines' timetables, whilehis long-suffering housekeeper, Bertha, reluctantly resets the menus and bedroom decor depending on the arrivals and departures of each fiance…until a freak snowstorm grounds all three women in his apartment and the romantic chaos begins!
Ticket prices for individual theatrical performances range from $26 to $39.75, and single"Bonus Track" tickets range from $30-$40 for each night. Season ticket packages, including "Bonus Track" performances, as well as special group, student and senior rates are available. Visit www.masonstreetwarehouse.org or call 269.857.2399 for details or to purchase tickets today!
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the Saugatuck Center for the Arts serves as a economic, arts and cultural and economic catalyst in West Michigan and beyond, and is home to Mason Street Warehouse, a professional Equity theatre. For further information on SCA, visit www.sc4a.org.
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 08/22/2012
7 - 9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Event Date: 08/29/2012
7-9pm
Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck. Sponsored by Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association
Art and All That Jazz
Event Date: 09/08/2012
6 - 8pm - Stroll with Douglas through our galleries & shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions and listening to the Jim Cooper Jazz Band. Don't forget to stop at one of the great restaurants, cafes or coffee shops to grab a drink or a bite. Dancing in the streets is allowed! A hot new event in Beautiful Downtown Douglas.
Douglas Wine and Art Stroll
Event Date: 09/08/2012
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 09/12/2012
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game - and Buy Me a Hot Dog"
Meet the Douglas Dutchers Vintage Base Ball Team in the center courtyard and hear athe story of the game in Douglas through the years. Beer and hot dogs will be served.
Time: 6pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
Art and All That Jazz
Event Dates: 10/06/2012 through 10/07/2012
6 - 8pm - Stroll with Douglas through our galleries & shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions and listening to the Jim Cooper Jazz Band. Don't forget to stop at one of the great restaurants, cafes or coffee shops to grab a drink or a bite. Dancing in the streets is allowed! A hot new event in Beautiful Downtown Douglas.
Fall Gallery Stroll
Event Dates: 10/06/2012 through 10/07/2012
Fall Gallery Stroll in Douglas
Oktoberfest
Event Dates: 10/06/2012 through 10/07/2012
Oktoberfest Celebration in downtown Douglas.
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 10/10/2012
"Strange-But-True and other Cemetery Tales"
Kit Lane, Marsha Kontio and Chris Yoder will lead a photo and story tour through the old, nearby Taylor and Plummerville cemeteries. Refreshments will be "to die for."
Time: 7pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
Fall Funfest Day
Event Date: 10/13/2012
11am - 4pm - In Coghlin Park, Culver Street, Saugatuck Pumpkin Carving, Pumpkin Launch, Pie Eating, Food Vendors, Band, Tug of War, Family Fun! For further information, call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association.

Adult Halloween Parade in Downtown Douglas
Event Date: 10/27/2012
10 - 10:45pm
Douglas' Annual Glass Stroll
Event Date: 11/03/2012
Annual Glass Stroll in downtown Douglas
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society Program
Event Date: 11/14/2012
"Houses Talking"
A wine and cheese reception will be backdrop for a view of area building renovation-preservation stories. The society's 2012 Heritage Award winners will be announced.
Time: 7pm
Location: Old School House History Center, 130 Center Street, Douglas, Michigan
Saugatuck and Douglas Holiday Preview
Event Date: 11/17/2012
noon - 9:00pm ...welcoming the Christmas Season in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas 12-9 pm with trolley service running between the two communities. Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association.
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Visit from Santa
Event Date: 11/23/2012
5pm - Wicks Park, Water Street Saugatuck. Enjoy the twinkling lights turned on for the season, music, refreshments, games for the kids and a visit from Santa Claus. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.
Sensational Saturdays!
Event Date: 11/24/2012
Sensational Saturdays in Saugatuck and Douglas! November 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22
Stores open late in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.
Chicago Classic Brass Holiday Concert
Event Date: 12/01/2012
First Congregational Church of Saugatuck, 296 Hoffman St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, will once again host the Chicago Classic Brass on Saturday, December 1st at 7:30pm. It will be an hour and a half Holiday Concert of Christmas music, mixed with Hanukkah and pops pieces.
Tickets will be available at the door, $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 & under. Refreshments will be served after the concert.
Old-fashioned Horse-drawn Carriage Rides!
Event Date: 12/01/2012
... in downtown Douglas & Saugatuck. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association. $5 per person.

Sensational Saturdays
Event Date: 12/01/2012
Sensational Saturdays in Saugatuck and Douglas! November 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22
Stores open late in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.
Saugatuck-Douglas Historcial Society's Annual Jolly Holiday Dinner Party
Event Date: 12/02/2012
Annual Jolly Holiday Dinner Party with a special story presentation.
Time: 6pm
Location: Saugatuck Center for the Arts
For more information about the society, visit: www.sdhistricalsociety.org
Old-fashioned Horse-drawn Carriage Rides!
Event Date: 12/08/2012
... in downtown Douglas & Saugatuck. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association. $5 per person.

Sensational Saturdays
Event Date: 12/08/2012
Sensational Saturdays in Saugatuck and Douglas! November 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22
Stores open late in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.
Old-fashioned Horse-drawn Carriage Rides!
Event Date: 12/15/2012
... in downtown Douglas & Saugatuck. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association. $5 per person.

Sensational Saturdays
Event Date: 12/15/2012
Sensational Saturdays in Saugatuck and Douglas! November 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22
Stores open late in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.
Old-fashioned Horse-drawn Carriage Rides!
Event Date: 12/22/2012
... in downtown Douglas & Saugatuck. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com Sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association. $5 per person.

Sensational Saturdays!
Event Date: 12/22/2012
Sensational Saturdays in Saugatuck and Douglas! November 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22
Stores open late in downtown Saugatuck & Douglas. For further information call 269-857-1626 or info@saugatuckdouglas.com. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Area Business Association.