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Calendar of Events


FEBRUARY 2011

3 Birds of Prey Day, Outdoor Discovery Center Macatawa Greenway, A-4214 56th Street, Holland. Ice fish on Elk Pond, speak with bird handlers, watch bird presentations, falconry hunt. Visit the live bird collection at the Center: owls, falcons, hawks, eagles. 10am-3pm. Participate in a Birds of Prey Photo Shoot with photographer John Dykstra between 4-6pm. Call 616-393-9453 for more info.

4-6 Ice Breaker Festival, downtown South Haven. Ice carving competition, curling and skating lessons, chili cook-off, wagon rides, sidewalk sale, kids’ arts and crafts, euchre tournament, Mardi Gras Dinner, pancake breakfast and more. Call 269-637-5171 for info.

5 An Evening with Jeff Daniels, Holland Armory, 16 W. 9
th Street, downtown Holland. Fundraiser concert featuring actor/musician/writer Jeff Daniels. 8pm. Tickets: $35 General Admission, $100 VIP Seating/Post Show Meet & Greet. Call 616796-3325 for more information.

5 Ski & Spaghetti Potluck, Sarett Nature Center, 2300 Benton Center Road,
Benton Harbor. Ski during the afternoon, then bring a dish and beverage to share at the potluck dinner at 5:30pm. Sarett will provide the spaghetti and hot beverages. Call 269-927-4832 for info. Adults: $5, Children 10 and under: $3.

6 Snowshoeing at Allegan State Park with the Sarett Nature Center. 1pm. Snowshoes will be available for rental. Call 269-927-4832 to register. $5.00 per person.

6-7 Winter Fest followed by Bev’s Second Season Ball,
New Buffalo. Visit downtown New Buffalo from 11am-6pm for shopping, ice-skating, free sleigh rides, ice sculpting. Saturday night ball held at the Heston Hills Banquet Center. Charity auction, dinner, dancing. Open bar 6:30-7:30pm. 888-660-6222.

7 Dad & Daughter Dance, Holland Civic Center, 150 West 8
th Street, downtown Holland. Dads (or grandpas, uncles, brothers) chaperone their daughters (kindergarten through 5th grade) to a fancy masquerade ball. Dancing, contests, refreshments, photos of the couple. 6:30-8:30pm. Call 616-355-1130 for information about registration fees.

11-13 Magical Ice Carving Festival, downtown
St. Joseph. Professional Ice carving and team competition, Friday night Opening Ceremony, ice skating, Southwestern Michigan Symphony Orchestra performance, wine tasting, magic shows for the kids.

12 Shop for A Cure, Grand Haven Community Center, 421 Columbus,
Grand Haven. 9am-3pm. Shop from over 50 different vendors, free admission, raffle items, the first 250 people to receive a free shopping bag. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3 Days for the Cure. Call 231-750-2191 for more information. Justb-cause.com.

12-15 Winterfest Weekend, downtown
Saugatuck and Douglas. Snow Sculpture Contest, “Sweet Deals Shopping”, White House Bistro’s Annual Stew & Brew, gallery stroll. Call 269-857-1626 for more information.

13 Wishbone Pet Adoption Event, Masonic Lodge, 3150 Blue Star Highway,
Saugatuck. 11am-4pm. Adopt a rescued animal from the Wishbone Pet Rescue Alliance. Popcorn, refreshments, face painting, family activities, bake sale. Visit www.wishbonepetrescue.com for more information.

13 Mardi Gras Parade, downtown
Douglas. 8pm. Post parade party follows at the Dunes Resort. Call 269-857-8738 or 269 857-1401 for more information.

14 Valentines Day Weekend Gallery Exhibit, James Brandess Studio & Gallery, 238 Butler Street, downtown
Saugatuck. 12-5pm. Call 269-857-1937 for more information.

16 Fat Tuesday Chili Supper, Everyday People Café, 11 W. Center Street, downtown
Douglas. 5:30-8:30pm. Sponsored by the Douglas Congregational United Church of Christ. Three varieties of chili and apple crisp. Contact 269-857-2085 for more info.

26 Building for Birds, Sarett Nature Center, 2300 Benton Center Road,
Benton Harbor. Get ready for nesting season by building a birdhouse for either a wren or bluebird family. Bring a hammer. Call 269-927-4832 to register. $8.00 per house.

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MARCH 2011

3&5 Two-Part Beginning Birding Program, Nature Education Center, Hemlock Crossing, 8115 West Olive Rd.,
West Olive. Learn how to find and identify birds. March 3rd - 7pm, March 5th - 9am. Call 616-786-4847 for more info.

4-6 Girlfriends Weekend, downtown
Holland. A weekend for you and your best girlfriends. Shopping, makeovers, dining. Advance registration required. Visit http://www.girlfriendsweekends.org to register and view a complete schedule of events.

5 Red Barn Fundraiser, Saugatuck Brewing Co., 2948 Blue Star Highway, Douglas. Performances by Delilah De Wylde & the Lost Boys. Auction, raffle, discounted beverages. Preview of one of Red Barn’s upcoming musical productions. $10 admission. For more info, call 269-857-5300.

8 Holland Audubon Club Meeting, Hope Church/Commons Hall, 77 W. 11
th Street, Holland. 7pm. “Exploring West Michigan Natural Areas with the Land Conservancy.”

13 Antiques on the Bluff@Shadowland on Silver Beach, Shadowland, 333 Broad Street,
St. Joseph. Indoor winter antiques market. Call 269-985-1111 for more info.

13 St. Patrick’s Day Festival, downtown
Saugatuck. 2pm parade along Butler Street. The 8th Annual Pub Party follows at Coral Gables at 220 Water Street; silent auction, Irish food, live music.

13 St. Patrick’s Day 8
th Annual Pub Party, Coral Gables, Water Street in downtown Saugatuck. Live music, Irish food, silent auction. For more info visit sdhistoricalsociety.org

21 Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area Field Trip, Oval Beach,
Saugatuck. Meet at 1pm in the parking lot at the north end of Oval Beach City Park. Hike with the Land Conservancy of Western Michigan and discover the scenic beauty of this natural treasure. Call 616-451-9476 for more info.

21 May Phang at the Saugatuck Center of the Arts, 400 Culver Street,
Saugatuck. Pianist May Phang, who has performed on three continents, will visit the SCA for a highly anticipated concert at 2 pm. Tickets: $10, children under 18 free. Call 269-857-2399.

24 Everyday People Café Honig Vineyard & Winery Wine Dinner, 11 Center Street,
Douglas. 6:30 pm. Honig Vineyard’s Michael Honig will be on hand for this special five-course dinner. $75 per person, plus tax & gratuities. Call 269-857-4240.

28 Winston Choi at the Saugatuck Center of the Arts, 400 Culver Street,
Saugatuck. Acclaimed young Canadian pianist Winston Choi will perform a concert at 2 pm. Tickets: $10, children under 18 free. Call 269-857-2399.

30 Fresh Start Fundraiser for the Arts, Salt of the Earth, 114 East Main Street,
Fennville. Enjoy Michigan wines, a variety of tappas dishes and craft beers while listening to music from Edye Evans-Hyde and Mark Kahney. 6-9 pm. Proceeds benefit local community art programs. $50 per ticket. Call 269-857-2300.

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