CASEVILLE - It’s that time of year again when Sleeper State Park transforms from a vacation destination to a spooky and fun-filled location with four weekends of ghostly entertainment and excitement planned.
The first weekend is scheduled for Sept. 26-28 with a night hike on Friday and free popcorn. The next weekend is Oct. 3-5, followed by Oct. 10-12 and the last weekend is scheduled for Oct. 17-19.
Each weekend includes Halloween crafts, a pumpkin counting contest, a free petting zoo, a Scary Scavenger Hunt, a Sandcastle Building Contest, a Crazy Costume Parade, more contest and campsite awards, trick or treating and Ghost Bingo.
“The first two weekends we still have many openings for reservations,” said Sleeper State Park Supervisor George Lauinger. “And the last two weekends are filling up pretty quick.”
Lauinger reminds everyone the events and activities are only for registered campers and cabin guests.
Sleeper State Park, located at 6573 State Park Road just outside of Caseville, has 226 campsites.
For more information or to make a reservation, call (800) 447-2757 or go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Huron County Republicans holding open house
BAD AXE - The Huron County Republican Party is excited to announce the opening of their new headquarters.
You are invited to an open house being held at their headquarters located at 312 E. Huron Ave., Bad Axe MI on Wednesday, October 1, 2008. Refreshments and appetizers will be available from 4-8 p.m.
This will be a great opportunity to pick up literature, signs and meet some of the candidates running in the November 4, 2008 election.
For more information you may call (989) 269-3341 or e-mail huroncountyrepublicans@yahoo.com.
You are invited to an open house being held at their headquarters located at 312 E. Huron Ave., Bad Axe MI on Wednesday, October 1, 2008. Refreshments and appetizers will be available from 4-8 p.m.
This will be a great opportunity to pick up literature, signs and meet some of the candidates running in the November 4, 2008 election.
For more information you may call (989) 269-3341 or e-mail huroncountyrepublicans@yahoo.com.
Pigeon celebrates the fall season
PIGEON - The Village of Pigeon is helping residents get into the season by having their annual Fall Harvest Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 2.
In years past, the sidewalks of downtown Pigeon have been filled with baked goods for sale, special sales at local merchants, the infamous Bean Soup Luncheon and contests at local businesses.
The Bean Soup Luncheon includes a bowl of bean soup, a slice of pie and bread for only $5. Sales are in front of the village hall office and start at 11 a.m. and end at 1:30 p.m.
Delicious home baked goodies are available throughout the downtown area with proceeds going back to the Pigeon Food Pantry.
Don’t forget to decorate a pumpkin or gourd for the Pigeon Hardware Decorating Contest.
New this year is a scarecrow Decorating Contest. Businesses, families and individuals are welcome to join in on the fun and decorate a scarecrow.
“The finished scarecrows will be secured on lampposts throughout the town,” said business owner Amy Gunden.
The deadline for the scarecrows is Oct. 1, and judging takes place on Oct. 3. First, second and third place prizes are being awarded.
Registration forms are available at Pigeon Hardware, all in-town banks and the Chamber of Commerce Office.
One more new event happening this year is the Chamber of Commerce sponsored mums sale. The Pigeon Chamber of Commerce is selling the potted flowers for $6 a flower. They’ll be available in front of the Village Office and by Thumb National Bank.
So come out for a day of fun, delicious food and get into the fall season.
In years past, the sidewalks of downtown Pigeon have been filled with baked goods for sale, special sales at local merchants, the infamous Bean Soup Luncheon and contests at local businesses.
The Bean Soup Luncheon includes a bowl of bean soup, a slice of pie and bread for only $5. Sales are in front of the village hall office and start at 11 a.m. and end at 1:30 p.m.
Delicious home baked goodies are available throughout the downtown area with proceeds going back to the Pigeon Food Pantry.
Don’t forget to decorate a pumpkin or gourd for the Pigeon Hardware Decorating Contest.
New this year is a scarecrow Decorating Contest. Businesses, families and individuals are welcome to join in on the fun and decorate a scarecrow.
“The finished scarecrows will be secured on lampposts throughout the town,” said business owner Amy Gunden.
The deadline for the scarecrows is Oct. 1, and judging takes place on Oct. 3. First, second and third place prizes are being awarded.
Registration forms are available at Pigeon Hardware, all in-town banks and the Chamber of Commerce Office.
One more new event happening this year is the Chamber of Commerce sponsored mums sale. The Pigeon Chamber of Commerce is selling the potted flowers for $6 a flower. They’ll be available in front of the Village Office and by Thumb National Bank.
So come out for a day of fun, delicious food and get into the fall season.
Maritime Festival announces another winner of "Button Bonanza"
HARBOR BEACH - Another Button Bonanza Raffle Drawing was held Sept 13th following the Harbor Beach Harvest Festival’s Chili Cook Off, sponsored by the Harbor Beach Chamber of Commerce.Pictured above is Tom Wood, Maritime Festival Committee Member, Jenny Emming, drawing winner and Jackie Gainor, Maritime Festival Committee member. Emming received a Maritime Festival hat, sweatshirts and a gift certificate from Ernesto’s Pizzeria.
The Maritime Button was first introduced this year at a cost of $5 to help support the Maritime Festival. This is the third drawing for holders of the button with more being planned in future months, so be sure to keep your button.
The next bonus for the button will be a $3 cash back refund at the “Country on the Corner” tribute concert being held on Oct. 4th at 7:00 p.m. at the Harbor Beach Community Theatre. Tribute artists to Trisha Yearwood, Garth Brooks, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw will be on stage. Ticket information can be obtained by calling (989) 479-3321 or (989) 269-8177.
Many merchants continue to offer “Maritime Button specials”. Please show your support by wearing your 2008 Maritime Button. Stay tuned for November and December button benefits.
Annual even celebrates culinary excellence
BY DAWNE PROCHILO
Staff Writer
PIGEON - Once again the ladies in the Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary are at it again. They’re preparing for the 11th Annual Tasting Pleasures Event scheduled for Oct. 12.
Organizers Joyce Ross and Liz Gault are working hard to have all 16 restaurants and chefs ready for one of the biggest fundraisers that Scheurer Hospital’s Auxiliary puts on.
The restaurants and chefs include The Bank, Bay Café, Breakers on the Bay, The Depot in Caseville, The Farm, The Lodge at Oak Pointe, Main Street Café, The Pasta House, Port Elizabeth Grill, the Riverside Roadhouse, Scheurer Hospital, Your Home with Chef Dennis, Shaggy J’s in Pigeon, Joe’s Pizzeria in Port Austin, Shakers Ice Cream and Sweets by the Bay.
“We only sell 200 tickets…so get them early,” said Co-Chair Joyce Ross.
The event is held on Sunday, Oct. 12 at the EPBP Laker High School Cafeteria beginning at 12:30 p.m. with entertainment by keyboardist Carl Dickinson.
Cost of the tickets is $15 and goes back to the Auxiliary to purchase equipment for Scheurer Hospital. Tickets are available at the Scheurer Hospital Lobby, Independent Banks in Caseville and Pigeon and Thumb National Banks in Caseville and Pigeon.
Staff Writer
PIGEON - Once again the ladies in the Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary are at it again. They’re preparing for the 11th Annual Tasting Pleasures Event scheduled for Oct. 12.
Organizers Joyce Ross and Liz Gault are working hard to have all 16 restaurants and chefs ready for one of the biggest fundraisers that Scheurer Hospital’s Auxiliary puts on.
The restaurants and chefs include The Bank, Bay Café, Breakers on the Bay, The Depot in Caseville, The Farm, The Lodge at Oak Pointe, Main Street Café, The Pasta House, Port Elizabeth Grill, the Riverside Roadhouse, Scheurer Hospital, Your Home with Chef Dennis, Shaggy J’s in Pigeon, Joe’s Pizzeria in Port Austin, Shakers Ice Cream and Sweets by the Bay.
“We only sell 200 tickets…so get them early,” said Co-Chair Joyce Ross.
The event is held on Sunday, Oct. 12 at the EPBP Laker High School Cafeteria beginning at 12:30 p.m. with entertainment by keyboardist Carl Dickinson.
Cost of the tickets is $15 and goes back to the Auxiliary to purchase equipment for Scheurer Hospital. Tickets are available at the Scheurer Hospital Lobby, Independent Banks in Caseville and Pigeon and Thumb National Banks in Caseville and Pigeon.
Around Town
PORT HOPE - The Port Hope Hoe Down Planning Group is meeting on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7 p .m. at the Port Hope Village Hall.
SEBEWAING - The Village of Sebewaing and the Sebewaing Chamber of Commerce invite everyone to downtown Sebewaing for the Midnight Madness event on Thursday, Oct. 2. Local merchants are offering services at reduced prices and fun activities throughout the downtown area.
SEBEWAING - On Thursday, Oct. 23, John Horny is having an informational meeting regarding his new Web site about renewable energy. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in Unionville Sebewaing Area High School Auditorium and includes SVSU’s Chris Schilling as a guest speaker.
CASEVILLE - Due to the construction of the tennis courts, the small parking lot behind the school will be closed until October 31. Employees and students can park in the school's large parking lot.
SEBEWAING - The Sebewaing Harbor Commission has agreed to support the Small Harbor Coalition (SHC). The goal of the SHC is to contact the federal government and push for legislation to pass to make dredging of these small harbors easier and to have money set aside for the projects.
SEBEWAING - The Village of Sebewaing and the Sebewaing Chamber of Commerce invite everyone to downtown Sebewaing for the Midnight Madness event on Thursday, Oct. 2. Local merchants are offering services at reduced prices and fun activities throughout the downtown area.
SEBEWAING - On Thursday, Oct. 23, John Horny is having an informational meeting regarding his new Web site about renewable energy. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in Unionville Sebewaing Area High School Auditorium and includes SVSU’s Chris Schilling as a guest speaker.
CASEVILLE - Due to the construction of the tennis courts, the small parking lot behind the school will be closed until October 31. Employees and students can park in the school's large parking lot.
SEBEWAING - The Sebewaing Harbor Commission has agreed to support the Small Harbor Coalition (SHC). The goal of the SHC is to contact the federal government and push for legislation to pass to make dredging of these small harbors easier and to have money set aside for the projects.
Customer Service...It's the Little Stuff!
BAD AXE - This is the number one most requested seminar by both customers and business owners! Learn how to consistently deliver excellent customer service. Tips, techniques, and examples from those who increase their bottom line by making the customer feel appreciated, thereby building repeat business.
The Customer Service seminar will be held Thursday, October 16th from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Huron Area Technical (Skill) Center, 2260 S Van Dyke in Bad Axe. Cost to attend is free, pre-registration is required online www.misbtdc.com click 'Training' or call (989) 686-9597.
Free training seminars and no-cost confidential small business counseling is made possible in the Thumb Area, thanks in part to funding provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor - WIRED initiative.
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development CenterTM (MI-SBTDCTM) enhances Michigan's economic well-being by providing no-cost confidential counseling, training, research, and advocacy for new ventures, existing small businesses and innovative technology companies.
The MI-SBTDCTM is a partner program of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
The Customer Service seminar will be held Thursday, October 16th from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Huron Area Technical (Skill) Center, 2260 S Van Dyke in Bad Axe. Cost to attend is free, pre-registration is required online www.misbtdc.com click 'Training' or call (989) 686-9597.
Free training seminars and no-cost confidential small business counseling is made possible in the Thumb Area, thanks in part to funding provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor - WIRED initiative.
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development CenterTM (MI-SBTDCTM) enhances Michigan's economic well-being by providing no-cost confidential counseling, training, research, and advocacy for new ventures, existing small businesses and innovative technology companies.
The MI-SBTDCTM is a partner program of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
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