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Every Friday the Kalamazoo Valley Museum will remain open until 10 p.m. with movies, concerts, and special event in the theater and U2 laser light shows in the planetarium.
Movies and laser shows are $3 per person; concerts in the theater are $5 per person.
Joe Louis; Hometown Hero
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
315 East Warren Ave.
Detroit Michigan, 48201
--See this comprehensive exhibition on the life of an iconic Detroit native, Joe Louis, known to many as the African American heavyweight champion named the "Brown Bomber. Louis’ extraordinary life story is presented in chronological sequence against the backdrop of American history at Detroit’s Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
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Main Telephone: 313.494.5800
Fax: 313.494.5855
Detroit, Now thru October 31
Musical Fountains
Grand Haven Michigan
Nightly performances start Memorial Day weekend and run until Labor Day. Performances are held on Friday and Saturday evenings only from Labor Day through September. Starting times vary from 8:30 p.m. to 10:10 p.m. and have been determined by selecting the very best time for viewing based upon darkness behind Dewey Hill.
Please refer to the Start Time Schedule (coming summer 2010) for specific times throughout the season.
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Storytelling Through the Mail: Tall Tale Postcards
Event Beginning Date: 5/14/2010
Event Ending Date: 9/26/2010
Mon. - Thu. 9 am - 5 pm, Fri. 9 am - 10 pm, Sat. 9
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Features over 80 examples of "tall tale" postcards from around the United States, which demonstrate a unique form of popular humor dating back to the early 20th century. Other items in the exhibit include taxidermy specimens, newspaper cartoons, and magazine covers, all of which help tell the story of the tall tale postcard.
Free (H)
269-373-7990
www.kalamazoomuseum.org
Free! First Come, First Serve Cat Spay & Neuter Clinics
Thursday Nights April 1st-August 26th
For questions e-mail: innercitykitties@aol.com
Other services available at a nominal charge payable at registration: General dewormer $5, Pain control injection, Rabies Vaccination, Distemper Combo Vaccination and Ear mite treatment $10 each. Fecal parasite test $15, AVID Microchip $20, and Felv/FIV Test $25
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month
Sharon's Dance Studio
7:30pm - 9:00pm workshop and 9:00pm - 10:00pm practice dance for $15.
Don't miss this opportunity to work with Sarah Gosline to learn the authentic Argentine Tango.
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WHITE LIGHTNIN' & ROLLIN' THUNDERThe History of Stock Car Racing
Following the last year's blockbuster drag racing exhibit the museum is pleased to present our 2010 special exhibition: From the dirt tracks of earliest days of racing to the super speedways of today you'll see some of the cars driven by the most iconic names in the sport. And Much, Much More! Gilmore Car Museum
Opens on May 1 and runs until October 31, 2010.
6865 Hickory Road
Hickory Corners, MI 49060
269.671.5089
FAX 269.671.5843
www.GilmoreCarMuseum.org
Algoma Central Railway/Agawa Canyon Train Tours
129 Bay St.
Sault Ste Marie, P6A 6Y2
Phone: 705-946-7300
One day wilderness rail excursions to Agawa Canyon. Travel 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie over towering trestles, alongside pristine northern lakes and rivers and through awesome granite rock formations of the Canadian Shield. Located an hour north of Mackinaw City.
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Enjoy a leisurely sunset cruise on the St.Mary's River, sightseeing in Sugar Island's Old North Channel & ride through the Soo Locks while enjoying a delicious hot buffet style lunch/dinner with dessert. The cruise is 2 1/2 hours. Dress is casual. Reservations Recommended. No passports required
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Car Museum Offers Model T Ford Driving Classes
Learn to Drive the “Everyman’s Car” - Old School!
This course will teach the skills required to drive any of the 15,000,000 Ford Model Ts built between 1908 and 1927 including:
After your successful Road Test in an Authentic Model T you will be presented with a certificate of completion.
Classes will be offered on:
Saturday July 25, 2010
Morning Class – 9:30am – 12:00pm
Afternoon Class – 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Class size is very limited so reservations are required. Cost is $95 per student, $75 for Museum members (annual membership is $35) and can be pre paid.
NOTE: Participants must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license at time of class.
07/27/2010-09/28/2010
Special Exhibits
May 1 – Oct. 31, 2009
SPECIAL EXHIBIT – "White Lightnin’ & Rollin’ Thunder! The History of Stock Car Racing" Showcasing two dozen vehicles from some of the most iconic names in Stock Car racing history, including; Dale Earnhardt, Jr, Jimmy Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Johnny Benson, Jr., Ned Jarrett, Randy Sweet, Gail Cobb, Buddy Stewart, and Duane Knoll. Cars and memorabilia from the 1930s to present even the Days of Thunder movie car driven by Tom Cruise.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-INS
6 pm – 8 pm weekly
May through September
Grounds open free – All vehicles welcome
Show off your “Pride & Joy,” enjoy oldies music, snap a photo in front of the 1930s gas station and EAT at the authentic 1941 “George & Sally’s Blue Moon Diner!” Museum Grounds open, exhibit buildings are closed.
Gilmore Car Museum
Open May 1 — October 31
Every Day 9 am – 5 pm, Saturdays & Sundays until 6 pm.
General Admission: Adults $10.00, Over 62 or AAA member $9.00, Students aged 7- 15 $8.00
Gilmore Car Museum
6865 Hickory Road, Hickory Corners, MI 49060
www.GilmoreCarMuseum.org
Gilmore Car Museum
31st Annual "ed Barns Spectacular"
Saturday, August 7, 2010
West Michigan’s “Grand Daddy” of antique, classic and special interest car shows and swap meets. Two BIG Shows, One Big Day! Enter your car in Points Judged show field OR People’s Choice Show field. Great Family fun! Hundreds of cars on display with special areas for antique Campers & RVs, Fire trucks, Classic Boats, and Bicycles. Find collector cars For Sale, car parts, Tools, Literature, Antiques, and Arts & Crafts swap area.!
Special Event Admission of $9.00 includes all museum exhibits at no extra charge - those under 11 FREE!
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Antique Auto Restorers Club www.kaarc.net
The Gilmore Car Museum is located midway between Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Grand Rapids and Lansing on M-43 and Hickory Road (North of Richland). To learn more visit www.GilmoreCarMuseum.org
269-671-5089
Summer Nights -Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Sat. 2:00 p.m.
through September 17, 2010
A summer star-gazing program. Learn how to navigate the summer evening sky, read a star map, identify constellations, and hear some of the age-old mythology that goes along with this portion of the sky.
Click Here for other programs: http://kvm.kvcc.edu/content/whathappening/byevent.asp?id=fkfm
Box Factory for the Arts
A great place for the local community and visitors to celebrate the arts. Featuring three art galleries 37 artist studios cafe gift shop and stage.
Live music every Saturday night.
1101 Broad Street St.Joseph Michigan 49085
Phone: 269-983-3688
Website
Kids on Stage
We are a Children's Theatre Company building self-confidence, communication skills and self-accountability in school age kids through the performing arts.
P.O. Box 224 Stevensville Michigan 49127
Phone: 269-313-2795
Website
BCYF.org is the official website of the Berrien County Youth Fair, in Berrien Springs Michigan.
For over 50 years, families have made a tradition out of attending the Berrien County Youth Fair. With its rich history, thousands continue to flock to one of the largest county fairs in the Midwest. The Berrien County Youth Fair has continuously ranked among the top fairs and festivals in Michigan.
PO Box 7 Berrien Springs MI 49103
Phone: 269-473-4251
Website
Fax: 269-473-4203
Come Sail Away Charters LLC
Offering the ideal opportunity for you to enjoy Lake Michigan the way it was meant to be...on the waves! Private personally designed cruises. Half-Day, Full-Day, Sunset, Moonlight, Lessons, Businesses, Luncheons and more. Complimentary fine wines and snacks. Check our website for pricing deals and reservations.
Conveniently located at West Basin Marina in St. Joseph, MI.
250 Anchors Way St. Joseph MI 49085
Phone: 269-932-8400
Website
Grand Rapids Public Museum – Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Under Starlit Skies
Address: 272 Pearl St. Northwest
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Downtown
phone: (616) 456-3663
Hours: Mon., Wed.-Sat. 9am-5pm; Tue. 9am-8pm; Sun. noon-5pm
parking Pay lot, validation for 1/2 price available
disabled ADA compliant
www.grmuseum.org
Under Starlit Skies
The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.
Tickets: 616-456-3663
Information: (616) 456-3663
Price: Regular museum admission plus $3
Schedule
• Sat 7/10 at 3pm
• Sat 7/17 at 3pm
• Sat 7/24 at 3pm
• Sat 7/31 at 3pm
• Sat 8/7 at 3pm
• Sat 8/14 at 3pm
• Sat 8/21 at 3pm
• Sat 8/28 at 3pm
• Sat 9/4 at 3pm
Womens Breakfast Club
Location:
Clarion Hotel (3600 East Cork Street Kalamazoo, MI 49001)
Meet other powerful women of inspiration and wisdom. You won't want to miss another gathering. Loaded with discussion, fun and the Word of God! Breakfast is $8.95 for members when you pay online at www.womensbreakfastclub.com or $10.95 at the door. ALL can pre-register on the site to ensure FAST CHECK IN and SEATING.
Our Global Mission:
• To ignite truth to women around the world of their God-Given purpose, talents and abilities. • Create positive connection points and camaraderie between diverse groups of women. • Break women free from mental boundaries that limit their success in different areas of their lives. • Teaching women to live balanced and enriched lifestyles. • Motivate and Create opportunities for women to utilize their purpose
Visit www.womensbreakfastclub.com for all Womens Breakfast Club events
The Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
FAMILY FUN ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy FREE family entertainment every Saturday & Sunday (weather permitting) on the River Place Festival Stage beginning June 26, 2010 through August 29, 2010.
Shows range from comedy, juggling and magic and are scheduled at 1:00, 3:00 and 5:00 each day. A good time for the entire family!
http://especials.bavarianinn.com/?page=101791&template=2010&event=
07/29/2010-09/12/2010
Rock The Felt
Outdoor Concert To Take Place At Felt Mansion – Shore Acres Township Park
Date: September 10-12, 2010
Venue: Shore Acres Township Park - adjacent to the Felt Mansion and the Saugatuck Dunes State Park.
All tickets are currently on sale through startickets.com, 800-585-3737, all Michigan Meijer Stores, Holland CVB and Saugatuck CVB. Pricing is as follows:
Packaged Ticket to include 2 days (Fri/Sat): $35 General Admission / $60 VIP*
Friday Only: $20 General Admission / $35 VIP*
Saturday Only: $20 General Admission / $35 VIP*
Sunday Only: $10 *VIP includes access to VIP area next to stage, seating, exclusive VIP bar and restrooms.
Onsite parking is available for $10 per car. ROCK THE FELT strongly encourages carpooling. For more information visit rockthefelt.com or Facebook and Twitter keyword “RockTheFelt”.
Click here to read more.
Contact:
Name: Jon Meyer
Phone: 616.928.8179
Email: jonkmeyer@sbcglobal.net
07/29/2010-01/31/2012
Location: Cooper Cafe
7759 Douglas Ave Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Time: Saturdays and Wednesdays 9:30am-12:00pm a live Bluegrass Band plays while you are enjoying the delicious food at Cooper Cafe

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