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CANOEING
Shomler Canoes & Kayaks, Address: 11390 M37, Irons, MI 49644. Phone
(231) 862-3475. Canoe, Kayak, or
Raft the Pine River. Weekday and group rates available. Tell them You're staying at Up North Getaway and you'll receive a discounted
rate! Click here for their website: Shomler Canoes
Pine Creek Livery, Address: 13604 M55 • Wellston, MI 49689.
Phone (231) 848-7170. Canoe
service is offered for the Big and Little Manistee Rivers.
Pine River Paddlesports Center, Address: 9590 M37 South, Wellston, MI
49689. Phone (231) 862-3471.
PRPC Rents canoes, kayaks, and rafts on the Pine and Manistee Rivers,
Michigan Premiere paddle sports rivers. Featured in the AAA's "Michigan’s
Best Treasures Award" 2001.
RESTAURANTS
(Menus are in the roll-top desk at the cottage)
Oak Grove Tavern – Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Cross over Bosschem road, continuing on Pine Lake Rd and you dead-end
into Seaman Rd (where the Lumber Jack is).
Take a Right onto Seaman Rd. Continue
on Seaman Rd until you get by the Dublin General Store.
Take a Right at the road just past the Dublin General Store (this is
Seaman Rd again). Continue on
Seaman Rd until you get to Jackie's (located on the corner of Seaman Rd and 10 ½
Mile Rd.). Take a Left on 10 ½
Mile Rd and just a little ways down you will see the Oak Grove Tavern on the
Left. Phone (231) 266-5562. Click
here for their website!
Daily Lunch
Specials 11am–3pm
Tues – 50
Cent Hotdogs and awesome local live entertainment at Dinner time.
Wed
– Free Pool All Day, Trivia night 7-9pm
Thurs
– 9-Ball Pool Tournament 8pm
Fri
– Large Burrito & 32oz. Margarita $7, 6pm-10pm
Sat
- $1 Draft 10am-6pm, DJ 8;30pm-Close, Double Bubble 12-2
Lumber Jack
– Mention you're staying at Up North Getaway and you may get a discount!
Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Cross over Bosschem road, continuing on Pine Lake Rd and you will
dead-end into the Lumber Jack. Please
note that they do not serve alcoholic beverages.
Great breakfast for the price. They
also have delivery!! Phone (231) 848-7777. Click
here for their website!
Jackie’s Place – Take Pine Lake
Rd out back to Bosschem Rd. Cross
over Bosschem road, continuing on Pine Lake Rd and you dead-end into Seaman Rd
(where the Lumber Jack is). Take a
Right onto Seaman Rd. Continue on
Seaman Rd until you get by the Dublin General Store. Take a Right at the road just past the Dublin General Store
(this is Seaman Rd again). Continue
on Seaman Rd until you get to Jackie's. Jackie's
is located on the corner of Seaman Rd and 10 ½ Mile Rd. Phone (231) 266-8382.
The Deer Horn – Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Take a Left onto Bosschem road up to M-55.
Take a Right on M-55 and the Deer Horn is about one-to-two miles down on
the Right. Various specials, live entertainment, and Saturday night
buffet. Phone (231) 848-4262.
STORES
and MARKETS
Dublin General
Store – Take Pine Lake Rd out back to
Bosschem Rd. Cross over Bosschem
road, continuing on Pine Lake Rd and you dead-end into Seaman Rd (where the
Lumber Jack is). Take a Right onto
Seaman Rd. Continue on Seaman Rd
until you get to Dublin. The store
is on your Left. It is a Spartan
store supermarket. Has almost
everything, including hardware, fishing tackle, food, beer, etc… They usually
have good specials on everything! The
Dublin Store is famous for their many varieties of their homemade “JERKY”.
Phone (231) 859-4188.
Dublin
Pharmacy – In the Dublin General Store.
Phone (231) 859-4129.
M-55 Market – Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Take a Left onto Bosschem road up to M-55.
Take a Right on M-55 and the store is a little ways down on your Right
(in town). Phone (231) 848-4579.
Town & Country Discount Variety Store – Take Pine Lake Rd out
back to Bosschem Rd. Take a Left
onto Bosschem road up to M-55. Take
a Right on M-55 and the store is a little ways down on your Left (in town).
Quick and easy place to pick up items from the everyday necessities of
life to nick-nacks; health & beauty aids, house wares, hardware, and
personal items. Phone (231)
848-4487.
Fishing:
Andy’s Bait and Tackle (231) 477-5737 and Pappy's
Bait & Tackle (231) 848-4142. Take
Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd. Take
a Left onto Bosschem road up to M-55. Take
a Right on M-55 and the stores are is a little ways down (in town).
Gas Stations: White
Tail Party Mart (231) 848-4315, premium liquors, beer, wine and kegs. Lotto,
video rentals, groceries, deluxe ice cream cones, ATM and more. Wellston
Hardware/Mobil (231) 848-4211, fishing and boating supplies, hardware,
etc… Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Take a Left onto Bosschem road up to M-55. Take a Right on M-55 and the gas stations are is a little
ways down (in town).
Wellston Flea Market and Auction - Open flea market every Sat &
Sun and Holidays during the summer. Also
every Saturday night, they hold an auction, featuring many new items, and some
times they even have an estate to auction off.
Take Pine Lake Rd out back to Bosschem Rd.
Take a Left onto Bosschem road up to M-55.
Take a Right on M-55 and take a Right onto Seaman Rd (Mobil Station on
corner). The market is down on your Left.
Phone (231) 848-4789 or (231) 848-4143.
FALL COLOR TOUR
Click
on the map below to find Cadillac Fall Color route information.
http://www.cadillacmichigan.com/fall/
MUSHROOMING - Click here for mushrooming information!
Click here for Beaches, Parks and Natural Areas of Manistee County
2008 MONTHLY EVENTS
Click here for a list of Summer Concerts
SUNDAYS
Kaleva Lions Pancake Breakfast – 14361 Nine Mile, Kaleva. 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
All you can eat.
Bingo: (except Christmas and New Year’s Eve) 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m., VFW
Walsh Post 4499, 1211 28th St., Manistee, 231-723-9220.
MONDAYS
Polka Dance Party: Noon - 4 p.m., Little River Casino Resort, corner US 31
and M-22.
TUESDAYS
Just Country Kickin' a line dancing group meets the VFW Post, 1211
28th Street, Manistee. We offer free lessons from 6:30-7:00 pm and
dancing from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. We welcome all levels of dancers, singles
and couples of all ages. For more information contact Kathy Scarlata, 231-889-0020.
WEDNESDAYS
Smoke Night (First & Third Wednesdays) 5pm to 9pm at
Surroundings, 423 River St., Manistee, 231-723-0637.
THURSDAYS
Kaleva Lions Famous Pasties For Sale – 14361 Nine Mile, Kaleva
231-362-3174 Freshly made. 9 am – 12pm
Music for Everyone – (Second Thursdays) Free musical entertainment 1 pm
– 4 pm, Norman Township Community Center, 1273 Seaman Rd. Wellston.
Sponsored by the Wellston Area Tourist Assn.
2008
Manistee County Festivals &
Community Celebrations
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June 21 |
231-723-2230 |
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June 27-29 |
517-646-6269 |
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June 28-29 |
231-723-9016 |
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July 2-6 |
231-723-2575 |
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July 11-13 |
231-864-2646 |
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Arcadia Daze |
July 25-27 |
231-889-5555 |
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August 1-3 |
231-889-4179 |
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Copemish Days |
August 2-3 |
231-378-2465 |
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August 19-23 |
231-889-5566 |
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August 22-24 |
231-864-2396 |
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Brethren Days |
September 1-2 |
231-477-5626 |
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September 6 |
231-723-2575 |
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December 4-7 |
231-723-2575 |
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December 13 |
231-864-3127 |
2008
MONTHLY SCHEDULE of EVENTS
APRIL
APRIL 9 NOTED HISTORIAN PAUL BEHLE: In association with WSCC Book of the Semester, a lecture will be presented by Paul Behle, noted historian. He will discuss the "History of Comic Art" and focus on Art Spiegelman, author of Maus. 2 p.m., West Shore Community College Center Stage, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu. FREE TO THE PUBLIC
APRIL 10-12 ART EXHIBIT LIVING BY MY LIGHT: Artwork of Carol Marshall, 1 p.m.-8 p.m. at Hardy Hall in the Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., Manistee.
APRIL 11-13 ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: A main stage comedy by Joseph Kesselring. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
APRIL 13 ART EXHIBIT LIVING BY MY LIGHT: Artwork of Carol Marshall, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Hardy Hall in the Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., Manistee.
APRIL 12 COMEDY NIGHT: Shay's Chop House, featuring Floyd J. Phillips and Andy Woodhull. $50 per couple includes the show and dinner for two. Call Shay's Chop House for reservations and ticket information, 231-889-3121.
APRIL 13 A SYMPHONY OF VOICES: This concert will be performed at Guardian Angel Catholic Church located 371 Fifth St, Manistee, by several local choirs and directed by Mark Steigenga of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. There is no charge for attending, and a free-will offering will take place to support Love INC of Manistee.
APRIL 13 THE COMMUNITY CHOIR: Conducted by Becky Sopha, an ensemble of talented area student and community singers. 3 p.m., West Shore Community College Center Stage, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu.
APRIL 17 WERC NETWORK LUNCH: 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Tuscan Grille, River St. Monthly Women's Economic Resource Center Luncheon. $10 payable at the door covers lunch and event. RSVP manisteewomen@yahoo.com
APRIL 18 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
APRIL 18-19 ARSENIC AND OLD LACE: A main stage comedy by Joseph Kesselring. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
APRIL 18-20 HELLO DOLLY: Presented by Manistee High School. At Manistee High School Auditorium, 525 12th Street. Tickets on sale, call 231-398-3687 or stop by the box office 5 p.m.-8 p.m. beginning April 14.
APRIL 19 THE COLLEGIATES: Daniel M. Meyers, WSCC Director of Music and chair of the Arts Division, leads talented student musicians in WSCC's acclaimed show choir. 8 p.m. West Shore Community College Center Stage, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu.
APRIL 19 HERITAGE ANTIQUE SHOW: 80 Quality Antiques Dealers, All Indoors! Little River Casino Resort – Events Center, 2700 Orchard Hwy (US31 & M22), 10am – 5pm, $4 General Admission, Children 12 & under are free First 1,000 visitors receive $5 casino chip coupon Call 1-888-568-2244 for hotel reservations, ask for the Antique Show Group Rate For more information contact: Grand Events (616) 458-4129, info@heritageantiqueshow.com
APRIL 19 GENERAL ASSEMBLY BAND: Guests can kick up their heels and dance to the sounds of the 16 piece General Assembly Big Band after enjoying a fabulous prime rib buffet at the Historic Portage Point Inn. Call 231-889-4222 for more information.
APRIL 24 MANISTEE CHORAL SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT: 7 p.m. at the Faith Covenant Church, 475 8th St.
APRIL 25 THE BELLE OF AMHERST: Based on the life and poems of Emily Dickinson, this is an inspiring biographical portrait of a famous eccentric spinster, who just happens to be one of America's greatest literary figures. Ginger Grace stars as the passionate and mysterious poet in the moving theater experience. 8 p.m. West Shore Community College Center Stage, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu.
APRIL 26 OAT BRAN BOYS: Western Michigan's straight-ahead bluegrass band, traditional music at its finest. Tickets are $10, 8 p.m., Browntown Hall, 8233 Coates Highway, Manistee. Presented by Sprit of the Woods Music Association.
APRIL 30 CONCERT AND JAZZ BANDS: Daniel M. Meyers, WSCC Director of Music and chair of the Arts Division, conducts these two popular bands, composed of talented student and community member musicians, 7:30 p.m., West Shore Community College Center Stage, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu.
MAY 2 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
MAY 3 CINCO DE MAYO WITH EL ORO DEL NORTE: Celebrate with the Rangel Family Musicians. Eat and dance the night away with some of the finest Tejana music you'll ever hear. Delectable Mexican cuisine and exquisite Mexican music by one of Michigan's favorite Mexican bands. 7 p.m.-10 p.m., North-South Lounges of Campus Center, West Shore Community College, 231-845-6211, www.westshore.edu.
MAY 5 FINANCING ROUNDTABLE: Presented by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Need a small business loan? This roundtable will be of interest to you. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. with a buffet dinner at Tuscan Grille on River Street. $35 per person, includes dinner, for more information www.manisteewerc.org or email: manisteewomen@yahoo.com
MAY 10 WERC LUNAFEST: Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St. Annual LUNAFEST Film Festival. International award winning films for, by and about women. Open to everyone, refreshments. Details available at www.manisteewerc.org. Tickets will be for sale in advance and at the door. Sponsorship opportunities available.
MAY 11 MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH: Enjoy a scrumptious Mother's Day brunch at the Historic Portage Point Inn. Reservations may be made by calling 800-878-7248.
MAY 15 WERC NETWORK LUNCH: 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Tuscan Grille, River St. Monthly Women's Economic Resource Center Luncheon featuring Pat Travis, an educator and former university president; resident of Brethren, Michigan Leadership of Michigan. $10 payable at the door covers lunch and event. RSVP manisteewomen@yahoo.com
MAY 16 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
MAY 24 WELLSTON BOOSTER ASSOCIATION CLASSIC CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Norman Township Community Center, 1273 Seaman Rd. (off M-55), Wellston. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, awards, dash plaques to 1st 75 entries. Judging until 1 p.m., awards presented at 2:30 p.m. No alcohol allowed, lunch on premises. For more information contact Audrey Carver, 231-859-4119.
MAY 30 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
JUNE 7-8 FREE FISHING WEEKEND: Michigan's Free Fishing Weekends are two special days when all fishing license fees will be waived for residents and out of state visitors alike on both inland and Great Lakes Waters. All fishing regulations will apply.
JUNE 13 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
JUNE 17 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JUNE 19 WERC NETWORK LUNCH: 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Tuscan Grille, River St. Monthly Women's Economic Resource Center Luncheon. $10 payable at the door covers lunch and event. RSVP manisteewomen@yahoo.com
JUNE 21 SPIRIT OF THE WOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL: Dickson Township Park in Brethren. A one-day free outdoor festival of folk music, dance, handcrafts. Family friendly. Noon to 10 p.m. Presented by Spirit of the Woods Music Association, 231-723-2230; 231-477-5381.
JUNE 21 STRAWBERRY SOCIAL: Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place, 9991 Marilla Rd., Copemish. Open house of museum, live music, drama demos, homemade ice cream & strawberry desserts and more surprises! A unique, enjoyable experience. Pioneer buildings are fully furnished to reflect early pioneer living. Historic barn reflects the townships rich agricultural and logging history. Presented by Marilla Historical Society, 231-362-3555.
JUNE 21 JUHANNUS - MID SUMMER DAY CELEBRATION: Picnic in the Kaleva Roadside Park 6:00 pm. Strawberry Social by Lions Club in the park. Kokko or bonfire and program at 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Sponsored by Project Kaleva, www.kalevami.com. Call 231-362-3480 for more information.
JUNE 24 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JUNE 26 KIDS BARN DANCE, POTLUCK & FUN DAY: Circle Rocking S Children's Farm. 5487N. Tuttle Rd. Free Soil. Bring your own table service and a dish to pass to this kids day of dancing, games and prizes. Free will offering welcome, For more information call the farm at (231)462-3732.
JUNE 27 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
JUNE 27-29 3RD ANNUAL MICHIGAN ENERGY FAIR: Manistee County Fairgrounds, Onekama, MI. Exhibits, speakers, workshops, special renewable energy and green building home tours. Presented by Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association & the Michigan Energy Fair Coordinating Committee. More information available at 800-434-9788, info@glrea.org or www.glrea.org.
JUNE 28 QUILT SHOW: Trinity Lutheran Church in Arcadia. For more information call Joyce, 231-889-5752.
JUNE 28-29 MANISTEE CLAN MUZZLELOADERS SHOOT TIME: Muzzleloaders Range, 3125 Camp Rd., 3 miles south of Manistee. Turn left on Preuss Rd., Muzzleloading rifle competition, also traders with many kinds of goods. Manistee Clan Muzzleloading Club, 231-723-9016.
JULY 1 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JULY 2-6 MANISTEE NATIONAL FOREST FESTIVAL: Many activities during this festival, most at First Street Beach. Entertainment tent, carnival, kid's events, marketplace and more. Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, 231-723-2575.
JULY 3-6 GEORGE M!: A main stage patriotic musical. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
JULY 8 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JULY 11 WERC GOLF FOR A CURE: Open to everyone, contact Manistee National Golf & Resort for reservations, www.manisteenational.com
JULY 11 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
JULY 11-12 GEORGE M!: A main stage patriotic musical. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
JULY 11-13 BEAR LAKE DAYS: A community wide summer family festival coordinated by the Bear Lake Lions Club since 1953!
JULY 15 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JULY 17 WERC NETWORK LUNCH: 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Tuscan Grille, River St. Monthly Women's Economic Resource Center Luncheon. $10 payable at the door covers lunch and event. RSVP manisteewomen@yahoo.com
JULY 19 MANISTEE LAKESIDE CLUB TOUR OF HOMES: Tour of homes of interest in Manistee, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. All proceeds go to Manistee worthy causes, 231-723-7653.
JULY 22 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JULY 25 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
JULY 25-26 RELAY FOR LIFE: Manistee High School, 525 12th St., 1-800-723-0370.
JULY 25-27 ARCADIA DAZE: Crafts, food, vendors, bands, parade. Arcadia Lions Club, 231-889-5555.
JULY 29 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
JULY 31 - AUGUST
3 NATIONAL SEMI-PRO BASEBALL
ASSOCIATION WORLD SERIES: The Manistee Saints will host the National
Semi Pro Baseball Association World Series from Thursday, July 31, 2008 through
August 3, 2008. The pool play tournament will open play at 9 a.m. on Thursday,
and conclude with the World Series championship game at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August
3, 2008.
NSPBA Regional Tournament winners will automatically qualify for the World
Series, with the remainder of the eight (8) team field filled on a first come
first served basis. Dave "Beaver" Johnson is Tournament Director
and can be reached at 231-510-6650 or thebeav@manistee-net.com
AUGUST 1-3 ONEKAMA DAYS: Manistee County Fairgrounds, M-22 1/4 south of Onekama. Teen dance, bingo, arts and crafts, chicken dinner, fireworks, hospitality tent, 5K run/walk, pancake breakfast, car show, steak dinner, adult dance, grand parade, 231-889-4179.
AUGUST 5 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
AUGUST 8 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
AUGUST 12 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
AUGUST 16 BEAR LAKE COMMUNITY YARD SALE: Yard sales throughout the area, map available, restaurant specials and merchant sidewalk sales. Project of Bear Lake Promoters, 231-864-5030.
AUGUST 19 MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Live jazz concerts. Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee.
AUGUST 22 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
AUGUST 22-24 KALEVA DAYS
: The Kaleva Art Gallery sponsors an Arts and Crafts Show as part of Kaleva Heritage Days. The Finnish Line Race will be on Saturday, August 23rd. More information to follow, or call 231-362-3480.SEPTEMBER 5 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
SEPTEMBER 6 PORT CITY STREET FAIR: Entertainment, food, antique car show, arts & crafts, historic building tours, special exhibits and more, Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, 231-723-2575.
SEPTEMBER 19 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
SEPTEMBER 21 BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS, FARM OLYMPICS & SILENT AUCTION: Circle Rocking S Children's Farm 5487 Tuttle Rd. Free Soil. Bring your pets of all sizes to this rain or shine event. For a detailed program call (231) 462-3732
OCTOBER 3 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
OCTOBER 11 FALL FUN FEST: At the park in Onekama, Michigan. Fun, food, free fall festivities, Activities for all ages including crafts.
OCTOBER 16 WEDO
OCTOBER 17 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
OCTOBER 24-26 LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS: A main stage musical comedy. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
OCTOBER 31 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 1 LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS: A main stage musical comedy. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
NOVEMBER 14 FISH FRY: 5 p.m.-7 p.m., VFW Post, 1211 28th Street, Manistee. Take out available, 231-723-9220. Fried fish, shrimp, chicken, smelt, fries, baked potatoes, $6 adults, $3.50 children 10 and under.
NOVEMBER 29 PIONEER CHRISTMAS IN MARILLA: Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place, 9991 Marilla Rd., Copemish. A very special reflection of a pioneer Christmas community celebration. A meal, live music, community sing, special displays, spectacular holiday decor and more great surprises! For more information, 231-362-3555.
NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 31 BEAR LAKE'S SPARKLE IN THE PARK. Visit this Holiday Showcase at the lakeside Village Park. Nearly 50 lighted displays. Ideal for family "walks through our winter wonderland" or leisurely drive-thru. No admission - donations welcome at Pavilion. Sponsored by Bear Lake Promoters, for information contact Pauline Jaquish at 231-864-3766 or pjaquish@coslink.net
DECEMBER 4-7 VICTORIAN SLEIGHBELL PARADE AND OLD CHRISTMAS WEEKEND: A whole weekend of excitement including; Sleighbell Parade with horse drawn entries, historic building tours, special Christmas production at the historic Ramsdell Theatre, Festival of Trees, concerts, museum and art exhibits, and much more. Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, 231-723-2575; 800-288-2286. E-mail - chamber@manistee.com; web address - www.manisteecountychamber.com
DECEMBER 5-7 ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A main stage musical. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
DECEMBER 7 OPEN HOUSE AT THE KALEVA ART GALLERY: Noon-5:00 pm. The Kaleva Art Gallery will host an open house on Sunday, in the historic drug store building, downtown Kaleva. Arts and crafts demonstrations and refreshments will be served. From Manistee take US 31 north to Nine Mile Road east.
DECEMBER 7 CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT THE KALEVA BOTTLE HOUSE: The Kaleva Bottle House Museum will be open on Sunday, December 7, from noon to 5:00 pm for a special Christmas celebration. Traditional decorations, the Finnish Heaven, music and refreshments will make this a memorable visit. The Bottle House is located at the corner of Wuoksi and Kauko streets in Kaleva.
DECEMBER 12-13 ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A main stage musical. Historic Ramsdell Theatre, 101 Maple St., 231-723-9948.
DECEMBER 13 CHRISTMAS IN BEAR LAKE: Bear Lake School, Cody Street. County's original living nativity procession, pageant, sing-along, live music concert, jingle bell race, arts & crafts, face painting, children's games, hay rides, chili cook-off, sloppy Joe concession. Visit with Santa, puppet show. Presented by Bear Lake Promoters, Gloria Edwards, 231-864-3127, www.bearlakemichigan.com
DECEMBER 21 WINTER SOLSTICE: Celebrated in Kaleva by lighting the cemetery with over 600 luminaries. This tradition is a community effort to light the longest night by placing candles in paper bags on loved ones graves in the Kaleva cemetery. Meet at 4 pm. across from the cemetery on Kaleva St. to help. The beautiful, moving sight can be enjoyed the whole evening, 231-362-3793.