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JULY

 

FRESH ART & FRESH FILM- Instructor: Linda Page
Fridays, June 25 - August 13, 10:00 am - Noon
Ages: 5+ years
$5.00, first come first served (no registration)
Start with a batch of fun, intriguing children's short films, then take a snack break before heading into the Art Studio to create artwork reflecting themes from the films.

17-31 LOST AND FOUND:- Mixed Media Works at Water Street Gallery at 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

26-28 LEGO DESIGN - VEHICLES- Instructor: Brad Raffenaud
Monday - Wednesday, July 26-28, 9:30 a.m. - Noon (same as July 19-21 session)
Ages 8+ years
$50.00
For Lego builders with intermediate skills … design and build powered LEGO cars, trucks, robots, or whatever you can dream up! The only limit is your imagination in this "movable" Lego workshop that will develop your problem solving and design skills.

27 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION- Tuesdays 11:00 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

28 MUSIC IN THE PARK- Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association

28, 30-31 WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK- 1 hour 15 minute walking tour of historic Saugatuck - cost $5 for adults and children 12 and over - under 12 free. Time is 2:00 p.m., starts at the information booth at Butler and Culver by the stop light. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. For further information call Harold at (269) 857-2985

28 through August 29th JOYEOUS PORCELAIN- by Heidi Fahrenbacher at Khnemu Studio. (269) 236-9260 or khnemustudio.com

28-31 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE- Dixie's Tupperware Party. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck. Dixie Longate, the fast-talking Tupperware lady, packed up her catalogues, left here chldren in an Alabama trailer park and took Off-Broadway by storm! Performances Tuesday through Friday at 8 pm, Saturday July 31 at 2 pm and 8 pm., For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

29 DOUGLAS SOCIAL- The "in" place to be...Downtown Douglas at Beery Field, Center and Main Streets. A great summer evening with family and friends for live music, food and drink. Playground for children. Free narrated Trolley Tours. Free admission. 5:30 to 9 PM

29 RECYCLED SCULPTURE-  Instructor: Ellen Sprouls
Thursday, July 29, 9:30 am - Noon
Ages 7+ years
$20.00
During this cool sculpture class participants learn astounding facts about garbage (the amount a person - and a whole town - creates) and easy ways to cut down the amount they make. Then they dig through heaps of (clean) junk to create their own work of art with a message.

29-30 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK- 8 pm at Saugatuck Womans Club at the corner of Butler and Hoffman Streets. Traditional and contemporary chamber music performed by the area's finest musicians in a comfortable, intimate setting. For further information phone (269) 227-3388

30 VENETIAN FESTIVAL KICK-OFF- Food vendors & entertainment under the Big Tent, Coghlin Park, Culver Street, Saugatuck 6-10 pm sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association.

31 VILLAGE SQUARE ART AND FINE CRAFTS FAIR- from 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. in the Village Square Park, Saugatuck, MI. This fair focuses on a wide variety of crafts and handmade items. For further information phone (269) 857-4823 or (269) 857-2677 or visit www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org/artfairs.html

31 THE VILLAGE PUPPETEERS- Internationally acclaimed puppeteers riff on classic fiary-tales in downtown Saugatuck on Saturdays at 11 and 2 Dial (312) PUPPETS.

31 VENETIAN FESTIVAL- Lighted boat parade and fireworks at dusk. Fireworks sponsored by the Fireworks Committee.

31 REDS, WHITES AND THE BLUES- Fenn Valley Vineyards 3-8 pm an evening of live blues in our vineyards. Food and wine available. For further information phone (269) 561-2396

 

AUGUST

 

FRESH ART & FRESH FILM-

Instructor: Linda Page, Fridays, June 25 - August 13, 10 am - Noon Ages: 5+ years $5.00, first come first served (no registration) Start with a batch of fun, intriguing children's short films, then take a snack break before heading into the Art Studio to create artwork reflecting themes from the films.

1 VENETIAN FESTIVAL-

Classic boat show, Classic car show. For further information go to saugatuckvenetianfestival.com

1 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-

Dixie's Tupperware Party. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck. Dixie Longate, the fast-talking Tupperware lady, packed up her catalogues, left here children in an Alabama trailer park and took Off-Broadway by storm! Performances Sunday August 1 at 2 pm and 7 pm. For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

1-11 LOST AND FOUND:-

Mixed Media Works at Water Street Gallery at 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

2-4 LEGO DESIGN - MISSION: MARS!-

Instructor: Brad Raffenaud, Monday - Wednesday, August 2-4, 9:30 am - Noon or 1:30 - 4 pm. Ages: 8+ years, enrollment limited to 10,
$50. For Lego builders with intermediate skills… will your Lego robot make it to Mars? During Mission to Mars, participants study and build Lego robots that will experience challenges like those encountered by scientists and space engineers. Take your Lego building to the next level with this interactive, hands-on workshop. Choose either morning or afternoon session.

3 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION-

Tuesdays 11 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

3 DR. ZHIVAGO-

1965 Romantic Drama 200 minutes Dinner and a Movie Night at The Red Barn Theater. A young physician (Omar Sharif) and his beautiful girlfriend (Julie Christie) get swept up in the danger and drama of the Bolshevik Revolution in this Oscar-winning epic based on the classic novel by Nobel Prize-winning author Boris Pasternak. The film earned five Academy Awards in all, including statues for Best Art Direction, Best Cinematography, Best Costume Design, Best Score and Best Screenplay. Alec Guinness and Rod Steiger co-star. Film begins at 5:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Dinner and a Movie Night with Texas-sized Hot dogs and Brats for sale. Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

4 MUSIC IN THE PARK-

Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association

4, 6-7 WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK-

1 hour 15 minute walking tour of historic Saugatuck - cost $5 for adults and children 12 and over - under 12 free. Time is 2 pm, starts at the information booth at Butler and Culver by the stop light. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. For further information call Harold at (269) 857-2985

5-6 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-

8 pm at Saugatuck Woman's Club at the corner of Butler and Hoffman Streets. Traditional and contemporary chamber music performed by the area's finest musicians in a comfortable, intimate setting. For further information phone (269) 227-3388

6 & 7 AMADEUS-

Written by the English dramatist Peter Shaffer and is loosely based on the lives of the composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. The court intrigue exposes the ways in which the jealous Salieri causes Mozart's untimely death. The music is magnificent as are the costumes and set. Curtain is at 8 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for Reservations.

6-8 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-

The Marvelous Wonderettes. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck.The show uses hits from the '50's and '60s as a vehicle to tell its story, including enticing and infectious songs like "Lollipop"; "Dream Lover"; and "It's My Party". Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8 pm. Sunday August 8 at 7 pm and For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

7 THE VILLAGE PUPPETEERS-

Internationally acclaimed puppeteers riff on classic fairy-tales in downtown Saugatuck on Saturdays at 11 and 2 Dial (312) PUPPETS.

8 AMADEUS -

Matinee Written by the English dramatist Peter Shaffer and is loosely based on the lives of the composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. The court intrigue exposes the ways in which the jealous Salieri causes Mozart's untimely death. The music is magnificent as are the costumes and set. Curtain is at 2 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for reservations.

9-13 MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE CAMP-

Instructors: TBA Monday - Friday, August 9-13, 9 am -1 pm
Ages: 8+ years $125. Take your singing and acting skills to the next level during this camp focusing on musical theatre performance. Learn the basics of vocal control and care, stage etiquette, stage presence, and creative dramatic techniques. Participants also get a "sneak peek" of a dress rehearsal performed by professional actors from Mason Street Warehouse. Students give an "informance" for parents at week's end.

10 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION-

Tuesdays 11 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

10 ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK-

1956 Musical 77 minutes This nostalgia-packed time capsule, often called the first rock-'n'-roll musical, charts the fictitious rise of Bill Haley and the Comets, who climb from small-town obscurity to nationwide success with help from famed deejay Alan Freed. Along with the title tune, Haley sings "See You Later, Alligator" and "Razzle Dazzle." The fun includes vintage jitterbugging and appearances by the Platters, who croon "Only You" and "The Great Pretender." Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

10 WEST MICHIGAN DRUM CIRCLE-

A 100% free family oriented community style drum circle geared for beginners, but there is always enough jamming that even the best can get their groove on. 6:30-8pm, Shore Acres Park, Saugatuck - near the Felt Mansion

11-15 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-

The Marvelous Wonderettes. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck.The show uses hits from the '50's and '60s as a vehicle to tell its story, including enticing and infectious songs like "Lollipop"; "Dream Lover"; and "It's My Party". Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8 pm. Sunday August 15 at 7 pm. For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

11 MUSIC IN THE PARK-

Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association.

11, 13-14 WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK-

1 hour 15 minute walking tour of historic Saugatuck - cost $5 for adults and children 12 and over - under 12 free. Time is 2 pm, starts at the information booth at Butler and Culver by the stop light. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. For further information call Harold at (269) 857-2985

12 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-

The "in" place to be...Downtown Douglas at Beery Field, Center and Main Streets. A great summer evening with family and friends for live music,, food and drink. Playground for children. Free narrated Trolley Tours. Free admission. 5:30 to 9 pm

12-13 CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL OF SAUGATUCK-

8 pm at Saugatuck Woman's Club at the corner of Butler and Hoffman Streets. Traditional and contemporary chamber music performed by the area's finest musicians in a comfortable, intimate setting. For further information phone (269) 227-3388

13 & 14 AMADEUS-

Written by the English dramatist Peter Shaffer and is loosely based on the lives of the composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. The court intrigue exposes the ways in which the jealous Salieri causes Mozart's untimely death. The music is magnificent as are the costumes and set. Curtain is at 8 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for reservations.

14 DOUGLAS DUTCHERS VINTAGE BASEBALL-

Dutchers vs Ludington Mariners BBC 2 pm at Beery Field Douglas.

14 THE VILLAGE PUPPETEERS-

Internationally acclaimed puppeteers riff on classic fairy-tales in downtown Saugatuck on Saturdays at 11 and 2 Dial (312) PUPPETS.

14-31 AMERICAN ROAD TRIP-

Landscapes at Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

15 AMADEUS-

Matinee Written by the English dramatist Peter Shaffer and is loosely based on the lives of the composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. The court intrigue exposes the ways in which the jealous Salieri causes Mozart's untimely death. The music is magnificent as are the costumes and set. Curtain is at 2 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for reservations.

17 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION-

Tuesdays 11 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

17 CABARET-

1972 Musical 128 minutes A British scribe (Michael York) and his comrades - including a flamboyant American nightclub entertainer named Sally Bowles (Liza Minnelli) - chronicle the debauchery and turbulence of prewar Berlin in director Bob Fosse's big-screen adaptation of a musical classic. Existing in a morally ambiguous void, the characters doggedly maintain their facades as the world outside the cabaret gears for war. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

18 MUSIC IN THE PARK-

Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association.

18, 20-21 WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK-

1 hour 15 minute walking tour of historic Saugatuck - cost $5 for adults and children 12 and over - under 12 free. Time is 2 pm, starts at the information booth at Butler and Culver by the stop light. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. For further information call Harold at (269) 857-2985

18-22 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-

The Marvelous Wonderettes. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck.The show uses hits from the '50's and '60s as a vehicle to tell its story, including enticing and infectious songs like "Lollipop"; "Dream Lover"; and "It's My Party". Performances Tuesday through Saturday at 8 pm. Sunday August 22 at 2pm. For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

19 DOUGLAS SIDEWALK SALE-

Friends of the Saugatuck-Douglas District Library, Well Read Bookstore. Many used books donated by members of our three communities for sale.

19 SAUGATUCKTUCK & DOUGLAS SIDEWALK SALES & TASTE OF DOUGLAS-

Downtown Douglas & Saugatuck lots of fun, great bargains on merchandise, give- aways, entertainment, continuous trolley between two communities 9-5 pm sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Area Business Association.

20 PATSY (Cline) MEETS ETHEL (Merman)-

A fun and fantastic tribute to these two incomparable women of song. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Shows begin at 8 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Call (269) 857-5300 for Reservations.

21 THE VILLAGE PUPPETEERS-

Internationally acclaimed puppeteers riff on classic fairy-tales in downtown Saugatuck on Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm. (312) PUPPETS.

21 WEST SHORE AWARE ANNUAL "WHITE PARTY WITH A SPLASH OF BLUE"-

West Shore Aware, dinner dance with a live band, open bar and silent auction. For further information phone (269) 857-1535

21 PLEIN AIR AFFAIR-

At Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

21 HENRY V-

The fantastic Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company, West Michigan's only professional Shakespeare Company, presents this historical drama of war, marriage of convenience and succession. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and members of LAA. Curtain goes up at 8 pm Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for Reservations.

22 23RD ANNUAL TASTE OF SAUGATUCK-

12-7 pm, a street festival of fine foods sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas CVB and area restaurants. (269) 857-1701

24-29 MASON STREET WAREHOUSE-

The Marvelous Wonderettes. A theatre production at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St. Saugatuck. For further information phone (269) 857-4898 or visit masonsstreetwarehouse.org

24 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION-

Tuesdays 11 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

24 SUNSET BOULEVARD-

1950 Thriller 110 minutes Running from debt collectors, screenwriter Joe (William Holden) stumbles upon the crumbling mansion of former silent-film star Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson). As he begins working for Norma, writing a comeback screenplay, their professional relationship evolves into something more. A provocative look inside Hollywood show business, Billy Wilder's classic noir won Academy Awards for Art Direction, Music and Screenplay. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

25 MUSIC IN THE PARK-

Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association.

25, 27-28 WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SAUGATUCK-

1 hour 15 minute walking tour of historic Saugatuck - cost $5 for adults and children 12 and over - under 12 free. Time is 2 pm, starts at the information booth at Butler and Culver by the stop light. Sponsored by the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society. For further information call Harold at (269) 857-2985

26 DOUGLAS SOCIAL-

The "in" place to be...Downtown Douglas at Beery Field, Center and Main Streets. A great summer evening with family and friends for live music, food and drink. Playground for children. Free narrated Trolley Tours. Free admission. 5:30 to 9 pm

26 DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE-

1941 Victor Fleming director with Spencer Tracy, Ingrid Bergman, Lana Turner. 7 pm at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library. Free admission and free popcorn.

28 THE VILLAGE PUPPETEERS-

Internationally acclaimed puppeteers riff on classic fairy-tales in downtown Saugatuck on Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm. (312) PUPPETS.

29 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-

Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine, last Sunday of the month April - September 8 am-4 pm. (616) 735-3333.

30 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S 'TIL NOON PRESENTATION-

Tuesdays 11 am to Noon at the Old School House in Douglas. Presentations will coordinate with this year's Museum exhibit - "Summertime II - Celebrating Ox-Bow and the Many Worlds of Art and Leisure". See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org for topics and presenters.

31 THE LADY VANISHES-

1938 Mystery 97 minutes Traveling aboard a transcontinental train, young Iris Henderson (Margaret Lockwood) becomes alarmed when an acquaintance, elderly governess Miss Froy (Dame Mae Whitty), suddenly vanishes. Inexplicably, all the other passengers deny having seen the woman. So Iris turns to her lone ally -- handsome music scholar Gilbert Redman (Michael Redgrave) -- for help. As the two search for clues to Froy's disappearance, they uncloak a sinister plot. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information. 

 

SEPTEMBER

1 MUSIC IN THE PARK-

Live performances in the Wicks Park Gazebo, Water Street, Saugatuck 7-9 pm, sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Area Business Association

1-8 AMERICAN ROAD TRIP-

Landscapes at Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

1-26 ENDANGERED-

by Laurie Sharkus at Khnemu Studio. (269) 236-9260 or khnemustudio.com

3 & 4 1960'S TRIBUTE SING-A-LONG-

What a way to end the Summer with the Grand Award Winner Darla Wortley and the talented Philip Pletcher! An evening of remembrances, nostalgia and just plain fun. Shows begin at 8 pm. Admission is $20 for Adults/$15 for Seniors, Students and LAA Members. Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for Reservations.

6 LABOR DAY SALE-

Friends of the Saugatuck-Douglas District Library, Well Read Bookstore, many used books donated by members of our three communities for sale.

6 12th ANNUAL LABOR DAY BRIDGE WALK-

9 am (9:30 start) celebrate labor Day with our great community and be a part of this fun tradition.  The walk starts on the Douglas side of the Blue Star Bridge. For further information phone (269) 857-1389.

7 FIDDLER ON THE ROOF-

1971 Musical 179 minutes Dinner and a Movie Night at The Red Barn Theater. Filmed on location in Eastern Europe, this beloved musical based on Sholem Aleichem's stories was nominated for eight Academy Awards and won three. Director Norman Jewison chronicles the trials of Jewish peasant Tevye the milkman (Israeli actor Topol), humble father of three strong-willed daughters and husband to oft-objecting wife, Golde (Norma Crane), in pre-revolutionary Russia. Violinist Isaac Stern provides the haunting music of the fiddler. Film begins at 5:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck.. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Dinner and a Movie Night with Texas-sized Hot dogs and Brats for sale. Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

9 FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS-

1943 Sam Wood director with Gary Cooper and Ingrid Bergman. 7 pm at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library. Free admission and free popcorn.

11 MOUNT BALDHEAD CHALLENGE-

An annual 5K & 15K event drawing approximately 700 participants and over 100 volunteers from both local and distant communities. For more information phone (269) 857-3245 or email: gingbrower@hotmail.com

11-30 TAKE TEN-

Ten Designers Talk about Art at Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

14 HIGH NOON-

1952 Western 85 minutes Retiring Marshall Will Kane (Gary Cooper) insists on defending his town from a gang of hooligans who are due on the noon train -- but he faces the task alone as the cowardly townspeople flee like rats from a sinking ship. Director Fred Zinnemann creates an incredibly tense Western (rightly considered one of the true genre classics) that unfurls in real time -- as the clocks on the wall constantly remind us. Grace Kelly and Lloyd Bridges co-star. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

14 WEST MICHIGAN DRUM CIRCLE-

A 100% free family oriented community style drum circle geared for beginners, but there is always enough jamming that even the best can get their groove on. 6:30-8pm @ Shore Acres Park, Saugatuck - near the Felt Mansion

17 NOBODY'S DARLIN'-

This Old timey, Bluegrass, Folk all girl band will be giving a concert at the Red Barn Theater. Lots of songs about Drinkin', Dyin, and Jesus in a Concert format so you can really hear how wonderful they are. Admission is $20. Curtain at 8 pm Playing at the historic Red Barn Theater. Call (269) 857-5300 for Reservations.

18 SAUGATUCK-DOUGLAS HERITAGE FESTIVAL-

Discover the rich historical and architectural heritage of the Saugatuck-Douglas area. See the Society's website, sdhistoricalsociety.org, for events and details.

18 CLOTHESLINE ART SHOW-

Local artists display their works on clotheslines at this uniquely charming small-town event. 10 am to 2 pm. Wicks Park, Saugatuck, MI. For further information phone (269) 857-4823 or (269) 857-2677 or visit www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org

21 GYPSY-

1962 Musical 143 minutes Mervyn LeRoy directs this old-fashioned musical (featuring a classic Stephen Sondheim-Jule Styne score) about stage-mother-from-hell Mama Rose Hovick (Rosalind Russell) and the two daughters she pushes into show business. Baby June is the talented one, but when she quits the business, Mama Rose turns her attention to gawky older sister Louise (Natalie Wood), who's soon transformed into the notorious burlesque queen Gypsy Rose Lee. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information.

23 SARATOGA TRUNK-

1945 Sam Wood director with Gary Cooper and Ingrid Bergman. 7 pm at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library. Free admission and free popcorn.

26 150TH ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING SERVICE-

Worship service celebrating 150 years of ministry and fellowship at the 1st Congregational Church, 10 am.

26 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET-

Allegan County Fairgrounds, 400 exhibitors rain or shine, last Sunday of the month April - September 8 am-4 pm. (616) 735-3333.

28 MOBY DICK-

1956 Drama 115 minutes Gregory Peck triumphs in his starring role as the obsessed Capt. Ahab in this big-screen version of Herman Melville's classic novel. Ahab longs to hunt down and kill Moby Dick, the great white whale who tore off Ahab's leg years ago. Unfortunately, his maniacal fixation spreads to the crew and ultimately leads to disaster. The legendary John Huston directed this faithful adaptation, which racked up numerous critics' awards. Film begins at 6:30 pm at The Red Barn Theater Saugatuck.. Suggested Donation $5. FREE POPCORN from CNJ Popcorn Co. Concessions only $1! Call (269) 857-5300 for more information. 

 

OCTOBER

1-6 TAKE TEN-

Ten Designers Talk about Art at Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

2-3 21ST ANNUAL BLUE COAST ARTISTS' FALL TOUR-

10 am-6 pm, free art-making demonstrations including glass flame-working, Raku-firing, wood-working, throwing-pottery, painting and other demonstrations.(269) 236-9260 or bluecoastartists.com

7 GASLIGHT-

1944 George Cukor director with Ingrid Bergman, Charles Boyer, Joseph Cotton. 7 pm at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library. Free admission and free popcorn.

9-31 INTUITIONS-

Abstract Works at Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas. For further information call (269) 857-8485 or visit waterstreetgallery.com

9-10 AUTUMN OPEN HOUSE-

Showcasing new works by resident artist Bruce Baughman. For further information phone (269) 857-1299

9 4TH ANNUAL ROAD RALLY-

A rollicking ride through the countryside-it is not a race! Follow clues to visit farms and other notable locations in your own carl. This family-friendly ride through the countryside will take about three hours-including closing festivities. (269) 214-1227 or LakeshoreHarvestCountry.com

9-10 (33RD ANNUAL) GALLERY STROLL WEEKEND-

The studios and galleries of Saugatuck, Douglas and the surrounding area are preparing for their thirty-third annual Gallery Stroll Noon to 5 pm. This year's event will be another art extravaganza with participating artist studios and galleries - many featuring artists working on site for the weekend.

9-10 GALLERY STROLL RECEPTION-

James Brandess Studio & Gallery, Inc. from Noon 'til  5pm. Refreshments, music and original artwork. For further information phone (269) 857-1937.

10 CHILI COOK OFF-

Enjoy chili from your favorite area restaurants while listening to many of your favorite local performers. Wicks Park parking lot from 1-5 pm. Admission $5, kids free. For further information call River Market @ (616) 886-0749.

12 WEST MICHIGAN DRUM CIRCLE-

A 100% free family oriented community style drum circle geared for beginners, but there is always enough jamming that even the best can get their groove on. 6:30-8 pm @ Shore Acres Park, Saugatuck - near the Felt Mansion.

16 FALL FUNFEST DAY-

11-4 pm 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.

16-17 FLORA & FAUNA-

Hands on workshop with Rita Shields (269) 236-9260 or khnemustudio.com

21 SPELLBOUND-

1945 Alfred Hitchcock director with Ingrid Bergman and Gregory Peck. 7 pm at the Saugatuck-Douglas Library. Free admission and free popcorn.

28 STAR OF SAUGATUCK BOAT CRUISES-

Last trip of the season.

30 HALLOWEEN HARVEST FESTIVAL-

10 am - 5 pm Music entertainment, storytelling arts and crafts featuring Harvest & Christmas items. Parade at 4 pm. Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas CVB (269) 857-1701. Click here for details!

30 HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION AND PARADE-

Downtown Douglas at 10 pm.

30 POST PARADE HALLOWEEN BASH-

Big costume party, large cash prizes, immediately following Douglas parade at the Dunes Resort. Call for more information (269) 857-1401.

 

 

 

 

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