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Six Lighthouses in the Blue
Freighter WatchingBlue Water River Walk
DiscoverDiscover 140 Miles of Eastern Michigan ShorelineThings to DoBeaches & BoardwalksParks & TrailsArts & CultureGolfing
BoatingMarinasKayaking & CanoeingFishing
Shopping & DiningBoutiquing & AntiquingWaterfront & Unique Dining
Blue Water Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Official Visitor’s Guide
BlueWater.org800.852.4242
Clay l Algonac l Marine City l St. Clair l Marysville l Port HuronLexington l Port Sanilac l Harbor Beach l Port Austin
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St. Clair County:A Park for Every Season
St. Clair County Parks offers something for everyone
www.StClairCountyParks.org 810-989-6960
Experience this and so much more. St. Clair County Parks are open year round and offer four seasons of fun. For more information, call or visit our website.
Spend an afternoon lounging on the beach at the Fort Gratiot County Park. Get a bird’s-eye view of Lake Huron from the top of the Fort Gratiot Light Station, Michigan’s oldest lighthouse.
Hike or bike over the 640-foot Mill Creek Trestle on the 12-mile Wadhams to Avoca Trail. Go fishing on the Black River at the Woodsong County Park or the Belle River at the Columbus County Park. Listen to the laughter of children playing in the splashpad at Goodells County Park, also home of a historic
village and the St. Clair County Farm Museum.
BLUE WATER AREA
“Discover the Blue” is a publication of the Blue Water Area Convention & Visitors BureauMarci Fogal, President500 Thomas Edison ParkwayPort Huron MI 48060(810) 987- 8687 Toll free: (800) 852 - 4242www.bluewater.org
“Discover the Blue” is published byPatti Samar, Editor/PublisherThe Write Company511 La Salle Blvd.Port Huron MI 48060(810) 987-1256www.TheWriteCompany.net
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“The Venice of Michigan”
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Scan this QR Code with your smartphone to visit
Discover the Blue/Algonac
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Discover the Blue/Clay
Algonac embraces its nautical history, as does its neighbor, Clay Township. It has long been recognized for its contribution to the boating industry and it is often referred to as the “Venice of Michigan” for its vast waterway system. Algonac is the birthplace of Chris Craft Boats and is the former home of Gar Wood Boats. Clay is known for its marsh system and its hunting and fishing opportunities.
Highlights of a trip to Algonac - Clay include:l Visiting the Algonac-Clay Community and Maritime Museums, where you will find pleasure boats built in Algonac on displayl An 1,800 foot boardwalk along the St. Clair Riverl World-class fishing, as Algonac is known as “The Pickerel Capital of the World”l A ferry boat ride to Harsens Island to dine, shop and relaxl A visit to Algonac State Park, where freighter watching is spectacularl Dropping anchor at the Algonac Harbour Club, one of the largest deep-water marinas available to Great Lakes vessels lVisiting the Tower Pavilion under the historic water tower lVisiting St. John’s Marsh, which offers a 3,000 acre wildlife sanctuary
Annual festivals and special events include:l30th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show “Where It All Began”l Algonac Lions Pickerel Tournament and Festivall Algonac Antique Boat Paradel Algonac Rotary Art Fairl Algonac Classic Car ShowlHarsens Island Tashmoo Daysl Harsens Island Field and Wildflower DayslHarsens Island Roots Music FestivallHarsens Island Lions Turkey Shoot
Clay - Algonac
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“A treasure trove of antique shops and gift boutiques”
Scan this QR Code with your smartphone to visit Discover the Blue/Marine City
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A long-time “must-do” destination for antique collectors, historic Marine City has also become a hot spot for live theatrical productions. In late 2014, The Riverbank Theater opened and joined its predecessor, The Snug Theater, downtown. Both theaters boast waterfront locations. Hungry? Whether it’s fresh Great Lakes fish, sizzling steak, specialty candies or baked goods, local options for dining abound both on and off the water. Visitors can enjoy a romantic getaway complete with spa treatments, a family vacation on the beach or a girlfriends’ trip (try a quilting-themed bed and breakfast!). Marine City is a waterfront community full of warmth and small-town charm.
Highlights of a trip to Marine City include:lFive waterfront parks including a swimming beach lMuseums and self-guided tours of Victorian architecture and maritime artifactslFishing and boating; DNR public boat access site on the St. Clair RiverlCamping at nearby Algonac State ParklNumerous waterfront dining venues, shopping, and live theaterslGo to Canada via ferry; passengers can walk, bicycle or take a vehicle
Annual festivals and special events include: lSummertime Flea Market & Farmers’ MarketlMarine City Chamber Antique ShowlFree riverfront concertslMaritime Days Festival & Annual Beach PartylFriends of City Hall Heritage DayslLighted Santa ParadelCivic Women’s Holiday Home Tour
Marine City
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“Walk the world’s longest freshwater wooden boardwalk”
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Discover the Blue/St. Clair
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Walk along the world’s longest freshwater wooden boardwalk and watch Great Lakes freighters pass so close you think you could touch them and you will understand why residents wouldn’t call any other place home. Founded in 1764, at the junction of the St. Clair and Pine rivers, the city continues to preserve its charm through its downtown parks and gardens.
Highlights of a trip to St. Clair include:lA walking tour of commissioned sculptures and colorful gardenslCamping at the campground in the St. Clair Boat HarborlDining in unique and historic waterfront restaurantslDocking on the Pine River at one of two full service marinas: the St. Clair Boat Harbor or the River’s Bend Marina lExperience the newly renovated Riverview Plaza CourtyardlGolf at Pine Shores Golf Club, a nine hole golf course on the Pine RiverlHike one of the three nature trails in the citylRent a canoe or kayak at the St. Clair Boat HarborlShopping in boutiques, galleries and antiquarieslSkateboard and bike at the streetscape parklLearning about the Great Lakes ships built in St. Clair by Simon LangelllWatching the St. Clair River from Palmer Park; it is captivating
Annual festivals and special events include:l44th annual juried St. Clair Art FairlThe July 4th fireworks lRiver Classic Car ShowlRiverfest/Offshore Powerboat RaceslChalk the Walk and Whistles on the Water
St. Clair
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Photo: Dan Lockwood
Photo: Dan Lockwood
Photo: Dan Lockwood
Photo: Dan Lockwood
Photo: Dan Lockwood
“The Dream City”
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The waterfront City of Marysville rests on the banks of the St. Clair River. This family-oriented town is abundant in commerce as well as recreation. Its commercial corridor fulfills the convenience of every-day needs with retail and restaurants; a picturesque setting along the river provides enjoyable pastime activities. Its dynamic city park includes events, a fantastic splash pad, picnic areas, pavilions, playgrounds, 6 baseball diamonds and fitness area. Chrysler Beach is a refreshing place to go on a hot afternoon and the gazebo is a prime location for freighter watching. A boardwalk winds through a menagerie of plants native to Michigan, part of the “Bridge to Bay” bike path perfect for biking, strolling or fishing.
Highlights of a trip to Marysville include:lFind a challenge on the admirable 18 hole municipal golf course lGreat local eateries and dining on the waterfrontlNewly renovated boat launch and ADA accessible kayak launchlPlan a picturesque picnic under the shade trees at the city park while the kids cool off at the splash pad lView the largest collection of Wills Sainte Claire automobiles in the world
Annual festivals and special events include:lMarysville Days, a summer celebration with a carnival and fireworkslArt in the ParklRumble in the ParklThe Past and Its Wheels Car ShowlSummer music series “Concerts in the Park”
Marysville
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Photo: Julie Sobkowski
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“The Maritime Capital of the Great Lakes”
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Known as the “Maritime Capital of the Great Lakes,” Port Huron embraces its waterfront location at the bottom of Lake Huron and on the St. Clair and Black rivers. The historic downtown district is home to numerous waterfront and unique outdoor dining experiences, antique and boutique-style shopping, museums and art galleries.
Highlights of a trip to Port Huron include:lWaterfront public parks and sandy beaches lA visit to the Great Lakes Maritime Center for freighter informationlFull-service marinas and docking facilities within walking distance of the downtown district complete with shopping and dininglTour the city’s attractions for just 10-cents on the Blue Water TrolleylEnjoy a narrated sightseeing boat tour aboard the Huron Lady II lA climb to the top of the 150-foot McMorran Tower lVisit the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, the Huron Lightship, the Carnegie Museum and the Knowlton Ice MuseumlThe beautiful Blue Water River Walk, one mile of shoreline restored to its natural beauty. Walk, fish, and view the freighters lTour the historic Fort Gratiot Light Station, Michigan’s oldest lighthouse
Annual festivals and special events include:lInternational Silver Stick Hockey TournamentlChilly FestlSt. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl and paradelSandFest at the Fort Gratiot Light StationlBlue Water Fest and Port Huron to Mackinac Sailboat RacelInternational Offshore Powerboat RaceslRockin’ the Rivers musical entertainment along the waterfront lMcMorran New Year’s Eve Anchor Drop
Port Huron
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“The first resort north”
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On the drive north to the village of Lexington, visitors begin to relax and exhale. With sandy beaches and water sports galore located alongside a downtown shopping district filled with distinctive gift boutiques, Lexington is a true resort town. Visitors wiggle their toes in the sand during the summer. Holiday shoppers walk the streets during the winter, as they shop for unique gifts. Come discover the warmth enjoyed during all four seasons.
Highlights of a trip to Lexington include:lMusic, beer and wine lovers stop by the Lexington Brewing Company and Wine House to enjoy a little of each year-roundlA stay at one of the community’s many B&Bs or cottageslConcerts in the Lexington Village TheaterlPublic and privately owned full-service marinas lThe summertime Music in the Park concert serieslWalking the breakwalllBiking, golfing, and fishing
Annual festivals and special events include:lJuly 4th fireworkslThe Lexington Fine Arts Street FairlMargaritaFestlThe annual Thumbfest, a celebration of folk and traditional musiclThe Lexington Bach FestivallLexington Days/OktoberfestlAn annual Holiday Horse Parade and downtown Christmas celebration
Lexington
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“Port Sanilac provides an escape from urban living”
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Known as the very first harbor of refuge on the Great Lakes, Port Sanilac is an historic community that provides visitors with an escape from urban living and the opportunity to relax and enjoy a beachy, fresh-air change of pace. Port Sanilac comes to life during the summer months, with local theater, a lively marina and harbor, and unique dining opportunities.
Highlights of a trip to Port Sanilac include:lA visit to the Barn Theatre to see a live stage production lGolf a uniquely challenging 18-hole golf courselA visit to the Sanilac County Historical Village and MuseumlDockage and full service at public and privately owned marinaslA diving experience spent exploring the Sanilac Shores Underwater Preserve, home to shipwrecks dating back to 1864lFlavorful unique dining experienceslPlay time in the sun on two public beacheslWorld-class fishing
Annual festivals and special events include:lBlessing of the Fleet at the HarborlVoyageurs, Settlers & Native DayslPort Sanilac Festival WeekendlEast Ports Blues FestivallCivil War DayslMuseum Farm, Hunting and Fishing Weekend
Port Sanilac
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“Harbor Beach is a mecca for boaters, fishermen and scuba divers”
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Discover the Blue/Harbor Beach
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Located on the shores of Lake Huron, Harbor Beach pays tribute to its maritime heritage year-round. As home of the world’s greatest freshwater man-made harbor, Harbor Beach is a haven for boaters, fishing enthusiasts, swimmers, scuba divers and water skiers. On land, tourists enjoy camping, shopping, dining, museums, special events and the essence of small-town living.
Highlights of a trip to Harbor Beach include:lA boat taxi ride and tour of the Harbor Beach LighthouselA leisurely walk or bicycle ride on a recently expanded pathlTour the historic home of Frank Murphy, Michigan’s 35th governor, U.S. attorney general and a U.S. Supreme Court JusticelThe Grice House Museum provides insight regarding local maritime and agricultural historylVisit the historic Community House which features a mural depicting Harbor Beach history and the 1920s opera house theaterlKayak or canoe along the Tip of the Thumb Heritage Water TraillFor more information, visit www.HarborBeach.com
Annual festivals and special events include:lMany annual fishing tournaments lTruck showlThe Harbor Beach Maritime Festival, with beach activities for all ages and the area's largest fireworks display over the harborlBi-Yak-Athonl130th Lighthouse Anniversary CelebrationlDerby Cart Races lHarvest Festival & Merchant’s Chili CookofflHalloween Camping WeekendslAnnual lighted Christmas parade
Harbor Beach
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Photo: Kelly Osentoski
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“Beaches and unique rock formations keep visitors busy exploring”
Scan this QR Code with your smartphone to visit Discover the Blue/Port Austin
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Located at the Tip of Michigan’s Thumb, Port Austin is situated on Lake Huron. Sandy beaches, trails and unique rock formations provide visitors with numerous exploring opportunities. Gift shops, restaurants and a large Saturday Farmers Market keep visitors occupied. With world-class fishing available, Port Austin’s charter boats and boat launches are kept busy during the season.
Highlights of a trip to Port Austin include:lWalk on the half-mile long breakwaterlA trip to the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse MuseumlExploring the Huron City Museums and Port Austin History CenterlA kayaking adventure to see Turnip Rock and other rock formationslEntertainment provided by the Port Austin Community PlayerslNewly renovated/upgraded Port Austin State Harbor of RefugelA visit to one of the largest Farmers Markets in Michigan
Annual festivals and special events include:lSpectacular July 4th fireworks over the harborlAnnual Lady’s Slipper FestivallCarfestlThumb Artists Studio TourlTour di lago Bike TourlKayak Symposium & RendezvouslAntique Yard Sale TraillArt in the Park Art FairlAnnual Kinde Polka FestlSilver Bells Stroll
Port Austin
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The Raven932 Military Street810-984-4330ravencafeph.com
Lynch’s Irish Tavern210 Huron Ave.810-824-4021lynchsirishtavern.com
Casey’s Pizza & Subs628 Huron Ave.810-982-0900pizzaporthuron.com
Chef Shell’s324 Superior Mall810-966-8371chefshells.com
The Atrium Cafe1519 Military Street810-989-6002atriumcafe.net
Culinary Institute of Michigan810-357-0873culinaryinstitutemi.com
Military Street Music Cafe1102 Military Street810-987-5990
Downtown Port Huron Bar & Restaurant Collective:Your connection to the best eats, drinks and entertainment in the Blue Water Area!
Fuel Firewood Grill213 Huron Ave.810-479-4933fuelwoodfiregrill.com
213 Huron Ave.810-479-4933fuelwoodfiregrill.com
The Vintage Tavern103 Michigan Street810-982-1866vintagetavern.net
Zebra Lounge& Bowl-O-Drome Lanes522 Quay Street810-984-5006thebowlodrome.com
ThumbCoast Brewing Co.330 Quay Street810-982-4100thumbcoastbrewing.com
Downtown Port HuronBar & RestaurantCollectiveVisit our website tolearn about menus & entertainment options!dineporthuron.com
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ARTS & CULTUREST. CLAIRSt. Clair Art Association810-329-9576 201 N. Riverside St. Clair
PORT HURONMcMorran Place810-985-6166 701 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron
Red Mudd Studio810-367-7001 www.redmuddstudio.com
Studio 1219810-984-2787 1219 Military St. Port Huron
Vantage Point/Maritime Center810-985-4817 51 Water St. Port Huron
PORT AUSTINThumb Arts Guild989-670-8196 www.thumbartsguild.org
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ARTS & CULTUREin the Blue!
THEATRESMARINE CITYThe Snug Theatre810-278-1749 www.thesnugtheatre.com
The RiverBank810-278-1749 www.riverbanktheatre.com
PORT HURONMcMorran Place810-985-6166 701 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron
LExINGTONLexington Village Theatre810-359-5108 7318 Huron Ave. Lexington
PORT AUSTINPort Austin Community Players989-738-5217 35 Railroad St. Port Austin
MUSEUMSALGONAC-CLAYAlgonac-Clay Township Historical Museum810-794-9015 1240 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac
Algonac-Clay Maritime Museum810-671-7968 1117 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac
Harsens Island St. Clair Flats Historical Museum3058 S. Channel Dr. www.hiscfhs.org
MARINE CITYCommunity Pride & Heritage MuseumMarinecitymuseum.org 405 S. Main St. Marine City
ST. CLAIRSt. Clair Historical Museum810-329-6888 308 S. Fourth St. St. Clair
MARYSVILLEMarysville Historical Museum810-455-1301 877 E. Huron Blvd.
Wills Sainte Clair Auto Museum810-388-5050 2408 Wills St. Marysvillewww.willsautomuseum.org
PORT HURONUSCG Cutter Bramble2336 Military, Port Huron www.uscgcbramble.com
Fort Gratiot Lighthouse810-982-0891 phmuseum.org
Huron Lightship Museum810-982-0891 Pine Grove Park Port Huron
Knowlton’s Ice Museum810-987-5441 317 Grand River Ave. Port Huron
Port Huron Museum810-982-0891 1115 6th St. Port Huron
Thomas Edison Depot Museum810-982-0891 510 Thomas Edison Pkwy. Port Huron
PORT SANILACSanilac County Historic Village & Museum810-622-9946 228 S. Ridge St. (M-25) Port Sanilac
HARBOR BEACHFrank Murphy Museumharborbeachmi.org/museums 142 South Huron Ave. Harbor Beach
Grice House Museumharborbeachmi.org/museums 865 North Huron Avenue Harbor Beach
PORT AUSTINHuron City Museums989-428-4123 7995 Pioneer Drive Port Austin
Huron County Nature Center989-551-8400 www.huronnaturecenter.org
Port Austin History Center989-551-5532 www.portaustinhistorycenter.com
Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse Museum989-738-7600 7320 Lighthouse Rd. Port Hope
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SHOPPINGMARINE CITYGood-Natured Gardens810-278-2409 229 Broadway (M-29) Marine City
ST. CLAIRHers Apparel Shop810-329-3511 201 N. Riverside Ave. St. Clair
PORT HURONDuty Free America810-987-7676 2425 Pine Grove Ave. Port Huron
Mary Maxim810-987-2000 2001 Holland Ave. Port Huron
Nook & Cranny810-985-5976 217 Huron Ave. Port Huron
Weekends in the City810-987-8833 912 Military St. Port Huron
LExINGTONAngel’s Garden810-359-2496 7260 Huron Ave. Lexington
Irish Rose810-359-5340 7285 Huron Ave. Lexington
Noble810-359-2300 7247 Huron Ave. Lexington
Weekends on the Lake810-359-3388 7266 Huron Ave. Lexington
HARBOR BEACHDarlene’s Fashions989-479-9016 308 State St. Harbor Beach
PORT AUSTINPort Austin Market989-738-5136 8654 Lake St. Port Austin
LIGHTHOUSESMARINE CITYPeche Island Rear Range Visitmarinecity.com Downtown Marine City
PORT HURONFort Gratiot Lighthouse810-982-0891 phmuseum.org
PORT SANILACPort Sanilac Lighthouse810-622-8818 Lake St. Port Sanilac
HARBOR BEACHHarbor Beach Lighthouse989-479-3321 harborbeachmi.org/lighthouse
PORT AUSTINPort Austin Reef Light989-738-6555 www.portaustinreeflight.org
Pointe Aux Barques989-738-7600 www.portaustinarea.com
URGENT CARE/WALK-IN CLINICSPORT HURON/LExINGTON/OTHERSPhysician HealthCare Networkwww.PhysicianHealthCare.com Multiple locations
VINEYARDS/WINERIES/BREWERIESPORT HURONGreen Barn Winery(810) 367-2400 775 Wadhams Rd, Smiths Creek
Thumbs Up Wine Trailwww.thumbsupmi.com
ThumbCoast Brewing Company810-982-4100 330 Quay St. Port Huron
Vinomondo Winery/Brewery810-385-4062 4505 Lakeshore Fort Gratiot
LExINGTONBlue Water Winery & Vineyard810-622-0328 7131 Holverson Rd. Carsonville
Lexington Brewing Company & Wine House810-359-5012 5475 N. Main St. Lexington
TRANSPORTATIONPORT HURONBlue Water Area Transit/Blue Water Trolley810-987-7373 2021 Lapeer Ave. Port Huron
FunBikz810-982-0891 2802 Omar St. Port Huron
SPAPORT HURONSpa 223810-966-0223 223 Huron Ave. Port Huron
DININGMARINE CITYRiviera Restaurant810-765-9030 475 S. Water St. Marine City
Anita’s Place810-765-7177 341 S. Water St. Marine City
ST. CLAIRMurphy Inn/Restaurant/Spirits/Hotel810-329-7118 505 Clinton Ave. St. Clair
River Crab810-329-2261 1337 River Rd. (M-29) St. Clair
MARYSVILLEJunction Buoy810-364-5730 1415 River Rd., Marysville
PORT HURONThe Atrium Café & Ice Cream Parlor810-989-6002 1519 Military St. Port Huron
Casey’s Pizza & Subs810-982-0900 628 Huron Ave. Port Huron
Chef Shell’s810-966-8371 324 Superior Mall Port Huron
Culinary Institute of Michigan810-357-0873 Port Huron MI 48060
Freighters810-941-6010 800 Harker Street Port Huron
Fuel Firewood Grill810-479-4933 213 Huron Ave. Port Huron
Lynch’s Irish Tavern810-824-4021 210 Huron Ave. Port Huron
Military Street Music Cafe810-987-5990 1102 Military St. Port Huron
Pompeii’s Pizzeria & Italian Eatery810-966-3400 1120 Military St. Port Huron
The Raven810-984-4330 932 Military Street Port Huron
ThumbCoast Brewing Co.810-982-4100 330 Quay Street Port Huron
DINING & SHOPPINGin the Blue!
The Vintage Tavern810-982-1866 103 Michigan Street Port Huron
Zebra Lounge & Bowl-O-Drome Lanes810-984-5006 522 Quay Street Port Huron
LExINGTONCadillac House810-359-7201 5502 Main St. Lexington
PORT AUSTINThe Landing Tavern989-738-9750 8724 Lake St. Port Austin
The Sportsman’s Inn989-738-7520 8708 Lake St. Port Austin
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blue water convention center
Blue Water Convention Center
McMorran Place Sports & Entertainment Center
Worldwide Entertainment and Convention Venue Management
l Located at the base of Lake Huron in the shadow of the Blue Water Bridge
l Breathtaking waterfront viewsl On-site hotel l Wedding receptionsl Conventions, trade shows & meetings
www.BlueWaterConventionCenter.com500 Thomas Edison ParkwayPort Huron MI 48060 810.201.5513
l Located in the heart of downtown near the Restaurant & Shopping District
l Walking distance to waterfront attractionsl Wedding receptionsl Conventions, trade shows & meetingsl Sporting eventsl 1,100+ seat theater
www.McMorran.com701 McMorran BoulevardPort Huron MI 48060 810.985.6166
Two great venues...one great community:SMG Port HuronPersonal & professional events given personal & professional attention.
410 Water Street l DoWntoWn Port Huron l 810-989-5242
unky, old fashioned (traditional) coffee house. l Fresh roasted coffee daily.
l More than a dozen coffees from around the world.
l entertainment every Fourth Friday @ 7 p.m.
SunDay - tHurSDay 6 a.M. to 8.P.M.FriDay & SaturDay 6 a.M. to 10 P.M.
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Shop & visit downtown Port Huron!24 Restaurants, Great Shops & Services l Marinas & Waterfront Dining
Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Race l Parade l Music l Carnival l Car ShowZipline l Boats-a-Glow l And Much, Much More!
July 15 - 18, 2015
For more information, visit BlueWater.org!
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“View of the Blue”
Built in 1829, it is the oldest lighthouse in the state of Michigan & second oldest on the Great Lakes!
Guided tours of the tower, historic structures, grounds and Lighthouse Gift Shop are available daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day (Note: Closed toe shoes must be worn for all tower climbs)
“Overnight at the Light” for groups of 20 or more offered year round
Book your wedding or special event!
Home of SandFest & FunBikz: bicycle, tandem and surrey rental
Fort Gratiot Light Station& Lighthouse in Port Huron
Fort Gratiot Lighthouse 2802 Omar St. Port Huron MI 48060Located on Lake Huron just north of the Blue Water Bridges!
See the real
For information & reservations call 810-982-0891 or visit www.phmuseum.org
A joint venture between St. Clair County Parks & Recreation Commission and the Port Huron Museum
Four museum sites full of local & maritime history Carnegie Center in downtown Port Huron The Thomas Edison Depot Museum
under the Blue Water Bridges Huron Lightship in Pine Grove Park Fort Gratiot Light Station just north
of the Blue Water Bridges on Lake Huron FunBikz, bicycle, tandem & surrey rentals
located at the Fort Gratiot Light Station SandFest at the Fort Gratiot Light Station
July 3 -5, 2015 Beach Week at the Fort Gratiot Light
Station August 17 - 23, 2015
Visit our website or call 810-982-0891 for hours, information, reservations and current exhibit details!
1115 Sixth St. Port Huron MI 48060www.phmuseum.org
A Great Adventure Awaits!
Four great locations full of maritime & local history
Port Huron Museum
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SUPER 81484 Gratiot Blvd Marysville, MI 48040810-364-7500www.Super8.com/Marysville
BAYMONT INN & SUITES1611 Range Rd. Port Huron, MI 48060 810-364-8000www.baymontporthuron.com
BEST WESTERN2282 Water St. Port Huron, MI 48060810-987-1600www.book.bestwestern.com/hospitalityinn
BLUE WATER INN1337 River Rd. St. Clair, MI 48079810-329-2261www.rivercrabbluewaterinn.com
COMFORT INN1700 Yeager St. Port Huron, MI 48060810-982-5500www.comfortinn.com/hotel-port_huron-michigan-MI131
CLAIR INN 70 Gratiot Boulevard Marysville, MI 48040 810-364-8400 www.clair-inn.com
COLONY MOTEL WATERFRONT 6077 Pointe Tremble Rd. Pearl Beach MI 48001 810-794-5974www.colonymotelmich.com
LODGINGin the Blue!
DAYS INN OF PORT HURON 2908 Pine Grove Ave. Port Huron, MI 48060810-984-1522www.daysinn.com/hotels/michigan/port-huron/days-inn-port-huron/hotel-overview
DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON800 Harker St. Port Huron, MI 48060810-984-8000www.porthuron.doubletree.com
FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT 1635 Yeager St. Port Huron, MI 48060 810-982-8500 www.reservationcounter.com/hotels/show/105396/fairfield-inn-by-marriott-port-huron
HAMPTON INN1655 Yeager St. Port Huron, MI 48060 810-966-9000www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/michigan/hampton-inn-port-huron-PTHMIHx/index.html
HOLIDAY INN ExPRESS2025 Water Street Port Huron, MI 48060810-545-4929www.hieporthuron.comOPENING FALL 2015
LAKESHORE MOTEL 5962 Lakeshore Rd Fort Gratiot, MI 48059810-385-4242
MAIN STREET LODGE AND SUITES514 Huron Ave Port Huron, MI 48060810-824-4042www.mainstreetlodgeandsuites.com
QUALITY INN & SUITES1720 Hancock Port Huron, MI 48060810-987-5999www.qualityinn.com
WATER RECREATIONPORT HURONHuron Lady II810-984-1500 www.HuronLady.com
PoHo Paddle Co.619-341-2539 3670 Gratiot Ave. Port Huron
HARBOR BEACHHarbor Beach Kayak & Bike Rental(Paddleboard rental also available)989-550-6661 Located at Trescott Pier, Harbor Beach
PORT AUSTINPort Austin Kayak & Bike Rental(Paddleboard rental also available)989-550-6651 119 E. Spring St. Port Austin
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MOTELSALGONAC-CLAYColony Motel810-794-5974 6077 Pte. Tremble Rd. Algonac
FORT GRATIOTLakeshore Motel810-385-4242 5962 Lakeshore Rd. Fort Gratiot
LExINGTONLakewinds Getaway Motel810-359-5196 6997 Lakeshore Rd. Lexington Heights
PORT AUSTINBlue Spruce Motel & Cabins989-738-8650 bluesprucemotelportaustin.com
Lakeside Motor Lodge989-738-5201 8654 Lake St. Port Austin
Port Austin Motel989-738-8729 8761 Larned Rd. Port Austin
COTTAGES/CAMPINGPORT HURONArmstrong’s Lakeport Resort810-385-5887 7024 Lakeport Dr. Lakeport
LExINGTONA1 Lakefront Cottages810-359-7774 www.A1cottages.com
Bella Rue Cottages810-207-8015 BellaRue.org
PORT SANILACThree Sisters Inn Cottage Rental & Events Center810-444-1901 3sisters-inn.com
PORT AUSTINLake Vista Resort Motel & Cottage Resort989-738-8612 LakeVistaResort.com
Parks Lakefront Harborview Cottages989-738-5277 ParksHarborview.com
BED & BREAKFASTMARINE CITYThe Heather House B&B810-765-3175 409 N. Main St. Marine City
PORT HURONAdventure Inn Bed & Breakfast810-327-6513 3650 Shorewood Drive North Lakeport
PORT AUSTIN Lake Street Manor989-738-7720 8569 Lake St. Port Austin
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BEACHES/PARKS/TRAILS & BOARDWALKSSt. Clair County Parks & Recreation Commission810-989-6960 www.stclaircountyparks.org
Bridge to Bay Trailwww.stclaircounty.org
RECREATION
HEALTH & FITNESSST. CLAIRSt. Clair Wellness810-329-7292 1306 S. Carney Drive St. Clair
PORT HURONFunBikz810-982-0891 2802 Omar St. Port Huron
MARINASPORT HURONDesmond Marine810-982-3990 207 Water St. Port Huron
GOLFPORT HURONBlack River Golf Club810-982-9595 3300 Country Club Dr. Port Huron
Willow Ridge Golf Club810-982-7010 3311 North River Rd. Fort Gratiot
MARYSVILLEMarysville Golf Course810-364-4653 2080 River Rd., Marysville
Blueways of St. Clairwww.bluewaysofstclair.org
ALGONAC-CLAYAlgonac Parks810-794-9361
Algonac State Park810-765-5605 8732 N. River Rd. Marine City
Clay Township Park810-794-9303 4710 Pte. Tremble Rd. Clay
Clay Township Pier810-794-9303 9724 Pearl Beach Blvd. Clay
St. John’s Marsh810-748-9504 Clay
MARINE CITYAlgonac State Park810-765-5605 8732 N. River Rd. Marine City
Marine City Beach810-765-8846 City of Marine City
Marine City Parks810-765-8846 City of Marine City
ST. CLAIRAlice W. Moore Woods Nature Santuary517-655-5655 Strafford St. & Hawthorne Rd. St. Clair
Dome Petroleum Nature Trail810-329-7121 1575 Fred W. Moore Hwy. St. Clair
Greig Park Nature Trail810-329-7121 Carney Dr. St. Clair
Palmer Park810-329-7121 N. Riverside Ave. St. Clair
St. Clair Parks810-329-7121 City of St. Clair
MARYSVILLEMarysville City Parks810-364-6613 City of Marysville
Marysville City Park810-364-6613 867 E. Huron Blvd., Marysville
Chrysler Beach/Boat Launch810-364-6613 River Rd., south of Marysville City Park
PORT HURONBlue Water River WalkSt. Clair River 810-984-4761
Fort Gratiot Trails & Nature Preserve810-385-4489 3720 Keewahdin Rd. Fort Gratiot
Island Loop Route National Water Trailwww.bluewaysofstclair.org
Lakeside Beach & Park810-984-9760 Gratiot Ave. between Holland & Krafft Rd. Port Huron
Lighthouse Beach & Park810-984-9760 Garfield & Omar St. Port Huron
Pine River Nature CenterUniversally Accessible Tree House810-364-5477 2585 Castor Rd. Goodells
Port Huron City Parks810-984-9760 City of Port Huron
Thomas Edison Parkway810-984-9760 City of Port Huron
LAKEPORTLakeport State Park810-327-6224 7605 Lakeshore Rd. Lakeport
LExINGTONLexington Parks810-359-5500 Lexington Twp Office
PORT SANILACPort Sanilac Parks810-622-9963 Village of Port Sanilac
HARBOR BEACHHarbor Beach Bike & Pedestrian Trail989-479-6477 Chamber of Commerce
Tip of the Thumb Heritage Water Trail989-479-6477 Chamber of Commerce
PORT AUSTINHuron County Nature Center989-453-2426 huronnaturecenter.org
Huron County Parks877-404-7447 huroncountyparks.com
Oak Beach County Park877-404-7447 huroncountyparks.com
Port Crescent State Park989-738-8663 1775 Port Austin Rd. Port Austin
Tip of the Thumb Heritage Water Trail 989-738-7600 thumbtrails.com
HARBORSAlgonac 810-794-4448St. Clair 810-329-4125Port Huron 810-984-9744Lexington 810-359-5600Port Sanilac 810-622-9610Harbor Beach 989-479-9707Port Austin 989-738-8712
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The Bella Rue Cottages
(2) separate houses on one property for maximum privacy and convenience. Tons of parking (RV Parking Available), sleeps up to (12), both houses right on the water with hundreds of yards of private and white sandy beach. Both houses have cable TV, DVD player, flat screens, movie channels, purified drinking water and more. Kayaks available (and FREE) with weekly rentals.
Visit VRBO.com or Homeaway.com #406460 for a complete description with pictures.
Rent your own fully furnished 1800-era bed and breakfast! Sleeps up to (18) comfortably with lots of parking. Weddings, receptions and large gatherings welcome. All amenities including washer and dryer, FREE Wi-Fi, cable TV with movie channels, DVD player, and flat screens. Chef-inspired kitchen, dishwasher, (2) huge decks, BBQ, game room with ping pong and more, huge backyard with fire pit, hammocks, grassy area for kids, many games, basketball court and more. “BIKES” come with the house and the newly constructed bike path leading into Lexington is right across the street. Visit VRBO.com or Homeaway.com #453704.
Incredible 4 bedroom, 3 bath beach house right on the water. Completely remodeled with incredible master suite with private bathroom. Amenities include washer and dryer, a great fully stocked kitchen with views, FREE Wi-Fi, cable TV with movie channels and flat screens. Very private beach with fire pit, huge back lawn area with space for all outdoor activities, huge wrap-around deck with BBQ, tables and chairs and an enclosed screened in reading porch. Kayaks available (and FREE) with weekly rentals. Visit VRBO.com or Homeaway.com #652964.
For details and/or more information, please contact us:Bellarueinc@yahoo.com or www.BellaRue.org
Call/write Kim at 810-858-7075 or email kerszywhite@aol.comCall/write Josh at 810-207-8015 or email jbfirestone88@yahoo.com
“The Salt & Pepper”
“The Blue”
“The Mansion”
Quality accommodations on the shores of Lake Huron in Lexington, MichiganChildren and Pet Friendly Rental
Locally Owned & Operated -- Veterans Discount
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Explore the stunning shores of Lake HuronKayaking: The BEST way to visit Turnip Rock in Port Austin!
Turnip Rock.{ort Austin
119 E. Spring St.(989) 550-6651
www.portaustinkayak.com
Port Austin
www.harborbeachkayak.comHarbor Beach
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Kayaks Bikes Paddleboards
VIsit our Port Austin retail store for clothing from Columbia, Prana, Toad & Co. and Billabong
Other rental locations:
Rentals by the hour, day or week!
Shoes & fl ip fl ops from Havianas, OkaB, Teva Paddleboard sales: Green Veil, Bic Paddleboards
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ALGONAC6/26-6/27 30th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show7/1-7/5 75th Algonac Lions Pickerel Tournament7/3 Algonac Fireworks; raindate 7/48/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail8/22 Harsens Island Roots Music Festival9/5-9/6 Algonac Rotary Art Fair9/13-15 Annual Classic Car Show10/11 Fall Colors Bike Tour12/2 Santa Parade
CLAY2/20-2/22 Winterfest3/14 St. Patricks Day Party4/25 “Know Your Ship” Roger LeLeivre5/9 St. John’s Marsh Clean-up5/23 Harsens Island Historical Society Open House7/17 Prohibition Bash/Banquet7/18 Tashmoo Days7/18 Return to Tashmoo 5K/10K Sanctioned Race8/1 Harsens Island Field Day8/1 Harsens Island Wildflower Day8/22 Harsens Island Bluegrass Festival9/4-9/6 Harsens Island Lions Club Turkey Shoot10/10 Harsens Island Square Dance and Dinner10/11 Fall Colors Bike Tour
MARINE CITY2/7 Fireman’s Ball2/14-2/15 Free Fishing Weekend5/10-5/11 Annual Flower Sale (Marine City Rotary)5/16 Garden Club Flower Sale5/16 Marine City Chamber Flea Market5/25 Memorial Day Parade6/14-6/15 Free Fishing Weekend6/15 Waterfront Concert Broadway Park6/20 Marine City Chamber Flea Market6/20 31st Blue Water Rumble Bicycle Tour6/24 Free Concert at Drake Park7/10-7/11 Music Festival Beach Party7/18 Marine City Chamber Flea Market7/18-7/19 Marine City Chamber Antique Show7/20 Free Waterfront Concert Broadway Park7/29 Free Concert at Drake Park7/31-8/2 Marine City Maritime Days8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail8/15 Marine City Chamber Flea Market8/17 Waterfront Concert Broadway Park9/19 Marine City Chamber Flea Market9/19-9/20 Heritage Days9/19-9/20 Octoberfest11/24 Marine City Chamber Lighted Parade12/5 Chrismas in Marine City12/5 Old Newsboys/Girls Craft Show12/12 Holiday Home Tour
ST. CLAIR2/22 St. Clair’s Polar Plunge
3/20-3/22 “Music Man” St. Clair Theatre Guild4/4 Easter Egg Hunt4/16 St. Clair Museum Historical Presentation4/25 Blue Water Salmon Stakes5/9-5/16 Women’s League Flower Sale5/15-5/17 12th Annual Marbleye Classic Tournament5/22-5/24 Derek Kaufman Wood Bat Tournament6/6-6/7 St. Clair Spring Craft Show6/12-6/14 Fred Moore Memorial Tournament6/13 Kids’ Fishing Derby6/13 Lake Huron Lower Marine Society Marine Flea Market6/19 Summer Concert Series6/20 Blue Water Ramble Bicycle Tour6/27 St. Clair Rotary Club 5K Run6/27-6/28 44th Annual St. Clair Art Fair7/4 St. Clair Fireworks7/3,10,17,31 Summer Concert Series7/8-10/28 Blue Water Farmers’ Market (Wednesdays)7/11 River Classic Car Show7/13 Kids’ Garage Sale7/24-7/26 River Classic Offshore Powerboat Race8/1 Mardi Gras Weekend8/10 St. Clair Jr. Golf Tournament8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail M29/M259/12-9/13 St. Clair Fall Craft Show9/25-9/27 St. Mary’s Fall Festival9/26 Whistles on the Water/ Chalk the Walk10/11 Historical Museum’s Cemetery Walk11/7 St. Clair River Turkey Trot11/20 Celebration of Lights/Christmas Parade11/28 Santa’s Workshop12/3 Galloping Gourmet
MARYSVILLE5/2 MHS Relay For Life6/10-6/14 Marysville Days6/10 Marysville Parade6/12 5K Color Run6/13 Car Show6/13 Fireworks6/14 Cornhole Tournament6/24 Concert in the Park Series7/1,8,15,22,29 Concert in the Park Series8/14-8/16 National Wills Sainte Clair Auto Meet8/15-8/16 Art in the Park8/15 “Rumble in the Park” car show8/16 “The Past and It’s Wheels” car show12/5 Santa Parade
PORT HURON1/1-2/1 PH Museum”Behind The Barrel”1/1 Shoe Years Day1/8-1/11 North American Silver Stick Hockey Finals1/31 Port Huron POHO Hot Cocoa 8K run1/22-1/25 North American Silver Stick Hockey Finals1/23-1/24 ChillyFest2/14-4/5 Blue WaterArt Association Annual Spring Show3/14 Official PubCrawl3/14 Leprechaun Loop 10K/5K/ Walk
3/28 Stache Bash4/24-4/25 Earth Fair4/25-8/2 PH Museum “Our Town” Exhibit5/9, 16,23,30 Vantage Point Flower Market (Saturdays)5/16 Studio 1219 Hands on Art5/22 Art Hop5/23-5/24 Gus Macker Basketball Tournament5/23-5/24 Feast of Sainte Claire5/30 Sturgeon Festival6/6,13,20,27 Vantage Point Flower Market (Saturdays)6/6 Be a Tourist in Your Own Town6/11 Senior Summer Games6/13-6/14 Art on the River6/26 Cruise Night6/27 Fort Gratiot Car Show6/27 Fort Gratiot Fireworks6/28 Blue Water Half Marathon6/28 Port Huron Museum Log Cabin Day7/3-7/5 SandFest7/4-10/31 Vantage Point Farmers’ Market (Tuesdays and Saturdays)7/12 Southside Music Fest7/15 International Day Parade7/16-7/18 The Blue Water Fest (Boat Week)7/16 Port Huron Fireworks7/18 Bayview Mackinac Race (Port Huron to Mackinac Race)7/18 Car Show7/18 Lighted Boat Parade7/20-7/25 St. Clair County 4-H Fair7/24-7/26 Volleygrass7/24-7/26 Yale Bologna Festival7/31 Color Craze 5 K Fun Run8/6-8/27 Rockin’ the Rivers Concerts (Thursdays)8/7-8/9 Port Huron/Sarnia International Offshore Powerboat Race8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail8/21-8/23 St. Clair Co. Farm Museum Harvest Festival9/7 Trek the Trestle Trail Walk9/12 Blue Water Antique and Classic Boat Show9/12-9/13 Paddle and Pour9/12-9/13 St. Clair Kennel Club Dog Show9/12-1/10 PH Museum “This Is War” Exhibit9/18-9/19 Hobo Fest9/25-9/26 Miss Michigan USA & Miss Michigan Teen USA9/26 Port Huron Beer Fest9/26 Fort Gratiot Scarecrow Saturday10/16 Port Huron Museum Hoptoberfest10/24 Halloween Stroll11/21-12/12 Candlelight Tours Fort Gratiot Light Station (Saturdays)11/21-11/22 Holiday Open House Fort Gratiot Light Station11/27 Santa Parade11/6 Art Hop12/5 Jingle Bell 10K/5K/walk12/5-12/6 Festival of Trees12/31 McMorran Anchor Drop12/31 YMCA Family New Years Eve
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EVENTS
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LExINGTON1/1 New Year’s Day Bike Ride1/9-1/11 Snowflake Sale1/17 Ice Fishing Tournament2/2 4th Annual Pond Hockey Tournament2/13-2/15 President Weekend Sale3/13 St. Patrick’s Day Pub Walk3/14 St. Patrick’s Day Parade5/25 Memorial Day Parade6/6-6/7 Civil War Weekend6/20 A&W Antique Tractor Show6/20-6/21 Lakeside Craft Fair6/26 Music in the Park 6/27 A&W Classic Car Show7/3-7/5 Lexington Independence Day Celebration7/3 Lexington Fireworks 7/4 Independence Day Parade7/4 Music in the Park (Saturday) 7/5 Firemen’s Pancake Breakfast7/10- 7/31 Music in the Park7/18 Lexington Annual Triathlon7/25 Humane Society Battle of the Bands (Fridays)8/1-8/2 Fine Arts Street Fair8/7-8/21 Music in the Park8/8 5K Run8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail (Fridays)8/28-8/29 Margarita Fest9/5 Thumbfest Music Festival9/18-9/20 Bach Festival9/26-9/27 Lexington Days Octoberfest10/31 Halloween in Lexington11/7-11/8 Holiday Market Open House11/13-11/15 Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend12/5 Christmas Tree Lighting & Merchant’s Luminary Walk12/12 Christmas Horse Parade12/23 5th Annual Christmas Eve Eve Sing Along
PORT SANILAC4/18 Port Sanilac Marina Open House5/25 Blessing of the Fleet6/20-6/21 Voyageurs, Settlers & Native Days7/4 Independence Day Parade7/4 Port Sanilac Fireworks7/8,15,22,29 Museum Children’s Days (Wednesday)7/18-7/19 Museum Farm, Hunting & Fishing Weekend7/24-7/26 Port Sanilac Festival Summer Festival7/25-7/26 Art and Craft Fair at the Museum shing Weekend7/31-8/1 East Ports Summertime Blues Festival8/1-8/2 Port Sanilac Civil War Days8/5, 8/12 Children’s Day at the Museum (Wednesdays)8/14-8/16 Museum Grounds Antique Fair8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail8/14-8/15 Antique Boat Show
9/19 House in Mourning and Cemetery Walk10/17 Port Sanilac Haunted Village10/24 Port Sanilac Haunted Village11/28 Caroling at the Mansion12/5 &12/12 Winter Victorian Dinner
HARBOR BEACH2/21 Souper Saturday3/28 Easter Egg Hunt5/2 Can II Can Fishing Tournament5/9 Game Show Series at the Theatre5/21-10/1 Farmers Market5/22-5/25 Harbor Beach Citywide Garage Sale5/25 Memorial Day Parade (Thursdays)6/6 Pro-King Fishing Tournament6/13 Veteran’s Fishing Outing6/20, 6/27 Lighthouse Tours (Saturdays)6/20 Truck Show7/4,11,18,25 Lighthouse Tours (Saturdays)7/9-7/12 Maritime Festival7/11 Fireworks7/12 Annual Knights of Columbus Car Show7/17-7/19 Fireman’s Camping Weekend7/18 Lighthouse 130th Anniversary7/18 4th Annual Harbor Beach Cart Derby7/25-7/26 Our Lady of Lake Huron Summer Festival7/25 Kids Fishing Tournament8/1,8,15,22,29 Lighthouse Tours (Saturdays)8/1 Bi-Yak-Athon8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail9/5,19, 26 Lighthouse Tours (Saturdays)9/5 Salsa Tasting9/19 Harvest Fine Arts Fair9/19 Pie Contest9/19 Harvest Festival/Merchant’s Chili Cook-Off9/26-9/27 Huron County-Wide Museum Weekend10/2-10/4 Halloween Camping Weekend10/9-10/11 Halloween Camping Weekend11/28 Harbor Beach Holiday Small Town Saturday12/5 Harbor Beach Christmas Parade12/13 Community Christmas Sing
PORT AUSTIN4/4 Port Austin Chamber Easter Egg Hunt4/24-5/3 “Rumors” at PACP5/23-10/10 Port Austin Farmers’ Market (Saturdays)5/23-5/24 Lady’s Slipper Festival/Spring Art Exhibit5/23-5/24 Thumb Arts Guild Spring Art Exhibit5/25 Memorial Day Service5/30 Port Austin Carfest 6/5-6/6 Attic Treasures Sale 6/16-6/17 Bocce Ball Tournament6/19-6/21 Port Austin Sea Kayak Symposium6/20 Kids Day at the Farmers Market
6/20-6/21 Thumb Artists Studio Tour6/20 “Tour di Lago” Shoreline Bike Tour6/27 Strawberry Festival7/4 Port Austin Parade & Fireworks Social7/11-7/12 Michigan Walleye Tournament7/17,18,25 Concerts at the PACP7/18 Youth for Christ Port Austin Run7/25 Vintage Camper Show7/31-8/2 Kayak Rendezvous8/14-8/16 Antique Yard Sale Trail9/5-9/6 Art in the Park9/11 Chamber Golf Scramble9/19-9/20 Kinde Polka Fest9/25-9/27 Girl’s Getaway Weekend9/26 Ducks Unlimited Banquet9/26-9/27 Huron County Museum Tour Week-End10/23-11/1 “Spelling Bee” musical at PACP10/31 Halloween Activities11/27 “Christmas Concert” featuring Celtic music by Sonas12/4-12/13 “It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Show” at PACP12/5 Silver Bells Stroll
FARMER’S MARKETSMARINE CITY: 6/25-10/23 ThursdaysST. CLAIR: 7/8-10/28 WednesdaysPORT HURON: 7/4-10/31 Tuesdays & SaturdaysLExINGTON: 5/23–10/10 SaturdaysPORT SANILAC: 5/15–10/16 FridaysHARBOR BEACH: 5/21-10/1 ThursdaysPORT AUSTIN: 5/23-10/10 Saturdays
FIREWORKSALGONAC/CLAY: 7/3ST. CLAIR: 7/4MARYSVILLE: 6/13PORT HURON: 7/16LExINGTON: 7/3PORT SANILAC: 7/4HARBOR BEACH: 7/11PORT AUSTIN: 7/4
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March 12, 2016Parade, Pub Crawl,
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Fort GratiotFamily Practice/Walk-In Clinic(810) 989-7770
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