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July 2009 - Calendar of Events
SUMMER abounds with wonderful water activities on Lake Michigan and inland lakes and rivers. Fishing, swimming, nature walks, outdoor concerts are all within reach. From June to October, taste mouth-watering home grown fruits and vegetables.
Discover the treasures of Southwestern Michigan.
Enjoy yourself and come back soon.


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Event ID: 00106
Brownbag Concert Series
Opening Date: July 1, 2009
Operating Hours: 12pm-1pm
Event Description: Wednesday concerts from noon until 1pm.
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00138
St. Joe State Street Experience
Opening Date: July 2, 2009
Operating Hours: 4pm-8pm
Event Description: Come experience downtown St. Joseph the first Thursday of every month. Sales at stores and restaurants, performers, and family dances make this a can't miss event.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00119
Friday Concerts in the Park Series
Opening Date: July 3, 2009
Operating Hours: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Event Description: Concerts each Friday evening from June 5th through August 28th. Concerts start at 7:30pm and finish by 9pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Flagstar Bank


Event ID: 00038
July Fireworks
Independence Day Fireworks
Opening Date: July 3, 2009
Operating Hours: Beer Tent Opens at 6 p.m. Band performs from 7 to 10 p.m. Fireworks start at dusk (approx. 10 p.m.)
Event Description: Join us for a spectacular fireworks display in Baroda. Parking is available at the Legion Field. Refreshments and a live band will be held at the Legion Pavilion. Tailgating is permitted in the Legion Field.
Admission: Donations are accepted.
Event Location
Event held at: Baroda American Legion
9214 First St.
Baroda, MI   49101
Event Location Contact Info: Jim Brow
Phone: 269-422-2300
Toll-free: n/a
Fax: 269-422-2407
Email: barodasupv@parrett.net
Web: www.barodatownship.org
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: Parking is available off of Church Street at First, Second and Third Streets. Go to www.barodavillage.org for detailed directions.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Baroda Fire Dept.
PO Box: P.O. Box 215
9081 First St.
Baroda, MI   49101
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Jim Brow
Phone: 269-422-2300
Toll-free: n/a
Fax: 269-422-2407
Email: barodasupv@parrett.net
Web: www.barodatownship.org


Event ID: 00044
36th Annual International Cherry Pit Spitting Championship
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Additional Dates: July 4, 2009
Operating Hours: 10A.M. TO 6P.M.
Event Description: Come join the fun, all ages are welcome to compete. The 36th Annual Cherry Pit Spitting Competition begins at 10am for the qualifying rounds and the Championship rounds are at 1pm.
From ages 1 to 100. fun for all. Bring the family and enjoy a cherry waffle boat, or for lunch try a hot dog or cherry brat! Free Picnic areas are available, along with a petting goat barn and pony rides. What a SPI-TACULAR way to spend the 4th of July. Enjoying the country and fresh air!
Admission: NONE
Event Location
Event held at: Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm
9351 E. Eureka Rd
Eau Claire, MI   49111
Event Location Contact Info: Monica Teichman
Phone: 269-782-7101
Toll-free: 877-863-3276
Email: treemendus@qtm.net
Web: treemendus-fruit.com
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: I-94 to exit 29 straight through from exit to Meadowbrook rd. to M140, turn right, go 5 miles to E. Eureka rd. turn left 1 mile.


Event ID: 00192
Cycle & Fitness Firecracker Triathlon
Sprint Triathlons - Adult race and Kids race
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Additional Dates: Saturday, July 4th and Sunday July 5th
Event Description: Kids Triathlon on Saturday, July 4th at Jean Klock Park - Adult Triathlon on Sunday, July 5th at Jean Klock Park. Race information can be found at www.firecrackertri.com
Admission: See web site for entry fees - www.firecrackertri.com
Event Location
Event held at: Jean Klock Park
Jean Drive
Benton Harbor, MI   49022
Event Location Contact Info: Tom Ziebart
Phone: 269-983-2453
Toll-free: None
Fax: 269-983-5959
Email: tomziebart@aol.com
Web: www.firecrackertri.com
Handicap access info: Yes
Driving directions: Go to web site for driving directions to Jean Klock Park - www.firecrackertri.com
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Cycle & Fitness
1507 Niles Road
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Mike Jones
Phone: 269-983-2453
Toll-free: None
Fax: 269-983-5959
Email: tomziebart@aol.com
Web: www.firecrackertri.com


Event ID: 00166
Family 4th on the Sunset Coast
Fireworks over Lake Michigan
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Operating Hours: Dusk
Event Description: Fireworks Display over Lake Michigan off the St. Joseph Pier.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: Silver Beach / Berrien County Park
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Sue Patzer
Phone: 269-925-1111
Fax: 269-925-1011
Email: spatzer@wirx.com
Web: theradiostations.com
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: Below Bluff of St. Joseph, off Broad Street
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Mid-West Family Broadcasting
580 E Napier Ave
Benton Harbor, MI   49022
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Sue Patzer
Phone: 269-925-1111
Fax: 269-925-1011
Email: spatzer@wirx.com
Web: theradiostations.com


Event ID: 00083
Farmers Market
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Operating Hours: 9am-2pm
Event Description: Presented by St. Joseph Today every Saturday between June 6th and October 10th except Venetian Festival weekend. Hours of the market are from 9am until 2pm.
Event Location
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00064
Fourth of July Parade
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Operating Hours: 10 am
Event Description: A parade through the downtown of St. Joseph, free horse drawn trolley rides.
Event Location
Event held at: Downtown St. Joseph
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00021
Independence Day Concert with the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra
Celebrate the 4th of July at the beach with the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra!
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Operating Hours: 9pm
Event Description: Celebrate Independence Day with patriotic music performed by the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra, set to the fireworks display on Silver Beach!

Tickets available online at www.smso.org, by calling the Symphony office at 269-982-4030 or at the box office the night of the concert.
Event Location
Event held at: Shadowland Pavilion
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Carole Catherine
Phone: 269-982-4030
Email: carole@smso.org
Web: www.smso.org
Handicap access info: yes
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra
513 Ship St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Carole Catherine
Phone: 269-982-4030
Email: carole@smso.org
Web: www.smso.org


Event ID: 00134
Reds, Whites and BBQ Festival
Wine festival and BBQ contest.
Opening Date: July 4, 2009
Additional Dates: July 4-5
Operating Hours: 1:00-7:00pm
Event Description: While enjoying the sunshine, great music and our incredible view, one can celebrate our country's independence while indulging in Round Barn's fantastic microbrews, fine wines and DiVine vodka! One could participate in or sample from the BBQ contest. Dancing and tasting, sipping and swaying, The Reds, Whites and BBQ festival is a great way to spend the holiday. A moonbounce will be available for the kids, DiVine snowcones will entertain the adults!
Admission: $10/person ($15/couple if ordered in advance.)
Event Location
Event held at: The Round Barn winery
10983 Hills Rd
Baroda, MI   49101
Event Location Contact Info: Nicole Backus
Phone: 269.422.1617
Toll-free: 800.716.WINE
Fax: 269.422.5038
Email: nicole@ententespirits.com
Web: www.roundbarnwinery.com
Handicap access info: yes


Event ID: 00056
Antiques on the Bluff
Opening Date: July 5, 2009
Operating Hours: 10am-3pm
Event Description: Presented by St. Joseph the first Sunday of each month from May through October. Located on Lake Bluff Park, dealers and private parties sell antiques and collectibles, rain or shine.
Event Location
Event held at: Lake Bluff Park
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00107
Brownbag Concert Series
Opening Date: July 8, 2009
Operating Hours: 12 pm-1 pm
Event Description: Wednesday concerts from noon until 1 pm.
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00029
Bridgman Days
Opening Date: July 9, 2009
Additional Dates: July 9-11
Event Description: Celebrating community and businesses.
Event Location
Event Location Contact Info: James T. Stokes
Email: j_t_stokes@yahoo.com
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: City of Bridgman


Event ID: 00120
Friday Concerts in the Park Series
Opening Date: July 10, 2009
Operating Hours: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Event Description: Concerts each Friday evening from June 5th through August 28th. Concerts start at 7:30pm and finish by 9pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Flagstar Bank


Event ID: 00084
Farmers Market
Opening Date: July 11, 2009
Operating Hours: 9am-2pm
Event Description: Presented by St. Joseph Today every Saturday between June 6th and October 10th except Venetian Festival weekend. Hours of the market are from 9am until 2pm.
Event Location
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00254
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
Fine art and craft fair on the bluff.
Opening Date: July 11, 2009
Additional Dates: July 11-12, 2009
Operating Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00pm Sat. July 11 Smooth Jazz with Rick Braun on the beach at 6:30pm. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00pm Sun. July 12
Event Description: Over 200 of the best international artists offer a wide variety of two and three-dimensional fine arts and crafts including drawings/pastels, paintings, printmaking, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, metals, photography, fibers, glass and wood.
Enjoy Smooth Jazz concert Sat. evening July 11th with Rick Braun and opening act, Bryan Lubeck.
Admission: No charge for Art Fair.
$15 and up for Rick Braun concert.
Event Location
Event held at: Lake Boulevard in downtown St. Joseph
Krasl Art Center 707 Lake Blvd
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Sara Shambarger
Phone: 269-983-0271
Fax: 269-983-0275
Email: sshambarger@krasl.org
Web: www.krasl.org
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: I-94 to exit 23. Exit north to St. Joseph, travel on Red Arrow Hwy./Lakeshore Drive which becomes Main St. in St. Joseph. You will go through 8 traffic lights. One street beyond the 8th light is Pearl. Turn left onto Pearl St. and go 2 blocks. The Krasl is on the left.


Event ID: 00165
Smooth Jazz at Sunset Concert
Smooth Jazz Concert on the Beach Front
Opening Date: July 11, 2009
Operating Hours: 7:30pm- 11pm
Event Description: Smooth Jazz at Sunset - concert featuring Smooth Jazz artists with the backdrop of Lake Michigan and beautiful Silver Beach. Sailboats, wine and smooth jazz music- Michigan's Great Southwest Premiere Event!
Admission: $20 Reserved, $25 Day of
$15 Lawn, $20 Day of
Event Location
Event held at: Shadowland Pavilion at Silver Beach
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Sue Patzer
Phone: 269-925-1111
Fax: 269-925-1011
Email: spatzer@wirx.com
Web: smoothjazzatsunset.com
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: Below St. Joseph Bluff off of Broad Street.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: 98.3 the Coast/Mid-West Family Broadcasting
580 E Napier
Benton Harbor, MI   49022
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Sue Patzer
Phone: 269-925-1111
Fax: 269-925-1011
Email: spatzer@wirx.com
Web: smoothjazzatsunset.com


Event ID: 00158
Summerfest
Summerfest Soccer Tournaments & Dance
Opening Date: July 11, 2009
Operating Hours: 9:00am soccer tournaments begin until 5:00pm. Doors open in the evening at 6:00pm until midnight. Music begins at 7:30pm.
Event Description: Come spend the day at the St. Joe Kickers Sport Club in Berrien Springs to watch soccer at it's best and then return in the evening to dance the night away to live music. Soccer tournaments begin at 9:00am and continue all day long until the championship game at 4:00pm. Home cooked food available for purchase all day long including german bratwurst, sauerkraut, warm potato salad and much more. A cash bar is available with drink specials. Return in the evening for dinner and dancing to the Al Nowak/Edelweiss Band from Ohio. Dinner served at 6:30pm and cash bar available all night long.
Admission: $8.00 per person or $15.00 per couple
Event Location
Event held at: St. Joe Kickers Sport Club
2601 Hetler Drive
Berrien Springs, MI   49103
Event Location Contact Info: Christopher Behrle
Phone: (269) 429-1057
Fax: (269) 684-7813
Email: SJKrental@comcast.net
Web: www.stjoekickers.com
Handicap access info: Yes
Driving directions: On US 31 between Berrien Springs and St. Joseph in Arden. One mile north of the bypass and one block north of Linco Road.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joe Kickers Sport Club, Inc.
2601 Hetler Drive
Berrien Springs, MI   49103
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Christopher Behrle
Phone: (269) 429-1057
Fax: (269) 684-7813
Email: SJKrental@comcast.net
Web: www.stjoekickers.com


Event ID: 00205
Free Concert at Weko Beach
Everyday People
Opening Date: July 12, 2009
Additional Dates: July 26, August 9 & 23, & September 5
Operating Hours: 7pm-?
Event Description: Country Folk and Country Rock.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: Weko Beach
5301 Lake Street
Bridgman, MI   49106
Event Location Contact Info: Phone: 269-465-5144
Email: wekobeach@comcast.net
Web: www.bridgman.org
Handicap access info: Yes
Driving directions: I-94 exit 16, north 1 mile on Red Arrow Hwy, then left to Weko Beach.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Area Businesses


Event ID: 00108
Brownbag Concert Series
Opening Date: July 15, 2009
Operating Hours: 12pm-1pm
Event Description: Wednesday concert series from 12pm until 1pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00287
Morton House Museum Speaker Series
Stuart Boekeloo presents "Aviation Firsts from Southwest Michigan"
Opening Date: July 15, 2009
Additional Dates: July 15, 2009
Operating Hours: Event begins at 7:00 p.m.
Event Description: The speaker series at the Morton House Museum will feature dentist and local historian, Stuart Boekeloo. Dr. Boekeloo will speak about southwest Michigan's part in history regarding aviation.
Admission: $5.00
Event Location
Event held at: Morton House Museum
501 Territorial Road
Benton Harbor, MI   49022
Event Location Contact Info: Gisela Holtz
Phone: 269-925-7011
Email: mortonhousemuseum@yahoo.com
Web: www.mortonhousemuseum.com
Handicap access info: No
Driving directions: Due to construction on Main Street, detours will need to be taken for east bound traffic. From St. Joseph, take M-63 to Klock Road, turn right on North Shore Drive, turn left on Territorial. The Morton House it at the top of the hill.
West bound traffic can take Main Street, turn right on Hull, the house is one block on the left.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Morton House Museum
PO Box: 173
501 Territorial Road
Benton Harbor, MI   49023
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Gisela Holtz
Phone: 269-925-7011
Email: mortonhousemuseum@yahoo.com
Web: www.mortonhousemuseum.com


Event ID: 00156
Venetian Festival on the St. Joseph River
SW Michigan's Premiere Family Event
Opening Date: July 16, 2009
Additional Dates: July 16-19
Event Description: Nationally-recognized musical artists, great food, and a wide variety of events for the whole family.
Admission: Many events are free of charge. Certain events require a ticket for admission. Ticket prices vary.
Event Location
Event held at: Downtown St. Joseph, from Lake Bluff Park to Silver Beach
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Phone: 269-983-7917
Web: www.venetian.org
Handicap access info: yes
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Venetian Festival on the St. Joseph River, Inc.
PO Box: 51
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Phone: 269-983-7917
Web: venetian.org


Event ID: 00144
Christmas in July
Decorate your site for Christmas
Opening Date: July 17, 2009
Additional Dates: July 17th-19th, 2009
Operating Hours: Our office hours are 9:00 am til 10:00pm on the weekends.
Event Description: We will celebrate Christman in July. Decorate your site contest. Winner wins a free weekend of camping.
Admission: Admission is the price of your site for the nights you stay
Event Location
Event held at: Sunny Brook RV Resort
68300 CR 388
South Haven, MI   49090
Event Location Contact Info: Beth Horan
Phone: 269-639-1415
Toll-free: 1-888-499-5253
Fax: 1-269-639-1213
Email: info@sunnybrookrvresort.com
Web: sunnybrookrvresort.com
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: East of South Haven 2.2 miles from I-196 on Phoenix Rd.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Sunny Brook Rv Resort


Event ID: 00275
Fernwood Friday
Fernwood and WVPE radio "Friendraiser"
Opening Date: July 17, 2009
Operating Hours: 5:30 to 9:00 pm
Event Description: Fernwood and WVPE radio invite you to an evening of fun in the garden. Entertainment provided by the Chris Green Jazz Quartet from Chicago. Food prepared by Chef Tim Carrigan and beverages from Round Barn Winery will be available for purchase. Fernwood and WVPE members admitted free, all others free with general admission.
Admission: Adults 19-64 $7
Seniors 65+ $5
Fernwood Members and WVPE Members Free
Event Location
Event held at: Fernwood Botanical Garden
13988 Range Line Road
Niles, MI   49120
Event Location Contact Info: Visitor Services
Phone: 269.695.6491
Fax: 269.695.6688
Email: info@fernwoodbotanical.org
Web: www.fernwoodbotanical.org
Handicap access info: Yes
Driving directions: Take U.S. 31 to Walton Road (Exit 7). Go west on Walton Road to Range Line Road, then north to the Fernwood entrance.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Fernwood Botanical Garden
13988 Range Line Road
Niles, MI   49120
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Visitor Services
Phone: 269.695.6491
Fax: 269.695.6688
Email: info@fernwoodbotanical.org
Web: www.fernwoodbotanical.org


Event ID: 00278
Shipwrecked!
Speaker to talk on Lake Michigan Shipwrecks
Opening Date: July 21, 2009
Operating Hours: 7pm
Event Description: Valerie Van Heest will speak about the fascinating history of shipwrecks off of the coast of southwest Michigan. Valerie will specifically discuss the wreck of the Hennepin located off the coast of South Haven.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: North Berrien Historical Museum
300 Coloma Ave
Coloma, MI   49038
Event Location Contact Info: Alex Gates
Phone: 269-468-3330
Fax: 269-468-4083
Email: agates@northberrienhistory.org
Web: www.northberrienhistory.org
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: The museum is located on Red Arrow Highway across from Coloma High School. Take I-94 to exit 39. Take a right after at the top of the ramp, then a left at the second stop light (W. St. Joseph St/Red Arrow Highway).
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: North Berrien Historical Society
PO Box: 207
300 Coloma Ave
Coloma, MI   49038
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Alex Gates
Phone: 269-468-3330
Fax: 269-468-4083
Email: agates@northberrienhistory.org
Web: www.northberrienhistory.org


Event ID: 00109
Brownbag Concert Series
Opening Date: July 22, 2009
Operating Hours: 12pm-1pm
Event Description: Wednesday concert series from noon until 1 pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00179
National DeSoto Club 2009 Convention
Opening Date: July 22, 2009
Additional Dates: July 22 -26, 2009
Operating Hours: Saturday, July 25,2009 9am to 4pm
Event Description: DeSotos on the Sunset Coast
Annual gathering of lovers of the DeSoto Automoblies car show.
Admission: none
Event Location
Event held at: Lake Bluff Park
Lake Blvd
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Joe Youngblood
Phone: (269) 461-6573
Email: DeSotoworksnorth@aol.com
Web: www.desoto.org
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: Downtown St. Joseph
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: National DeSoto Club 2009 Convention
4606 Bailey Road
Eau Claire, MI   49111
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Joe Youngblood
Phone: (269) 461-6573
Email: DeSotoworksnorth@aol.com
Web: www.desoto.org


Event ID: 00121
Friday Concerts in the Park Series
Opening Date: July 24, 2009
Operating Hours: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Event Description: Concerts each Friday evening from June 5th through August 28th. Concerts start at 7:30pm and finish by 9pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Flagstar Bank


Event ID: 00099
Vintage Blues Bash
2nd Annual Vintage Blues Bash
Opening Date: July 25, 2009
Operating Hours: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Event Description: The second annual Blues Bash will be held on the lawns of Lemon Creek Winery. Three back to back bands will perform throughout the day and will close with our headlining show. Wine tasting will be available along with special discounted wine by the glass, bottle and case prices. Band information TBA. The event runs from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs and coolers! Food will be available for puchase but no alcohol other than Lemon Creek wines are permitted on the premises.
Admission: Entrance fee for adults 21 or over.
Event Location
Event held at: Lemon Creek Winery
533 E Lemon Creek Rd
Berrien Springs, MI   49103
Event Location Contact Info: Phone: 269-471-1321
Email: winery@lemoncreekwinery.com
Web: www.lemoncreekwinery.com


Event ID: 00206
Free Concert at Weko Beach
Six O'Clock Charlie
Opening Date: July 26, 2009
Additional Dates: August 9 & 23, September 5
Operating Hours: 7pm - ?
Event Description: Classic Acoustical Rock
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: Weko Beach
5301 Lake Street
Bridgman, MI   49106
Event Location Contact Info: Phone: 269-465-5144
Email: wekobeach@comcast.net
Web: www.bridgman.org
Handicap access info: Yes
Driving directions: I-94 exit 16, north 1 mile on Red Arrow Hwy, then left to Weko Beach.
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Area Businesses


Event ID: 00036
Music in the Park
Music in the Park
Opening Date: July 26, 2009
Operating Hours: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Event Description: Join us at the Baroda Village Park (8938 Fourth St.) for a relaxing afternoon of jazz music and refreshments. The Ed Bagatini Jazz Quartet will be performing for you. Refreshments are available at the Park or bring your own picnic lunch. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: Baroda Village Park
8938 Fourth St
Baroda, MI   49101
Event Location Contact Info: Diane Mensinger
Phone: 269-422-1779
Fax: 269-422-2990
Email: clerk@barodavillage.org
Web: www.barodavillage.org
Handicap access info: yes
Driving directions: Parking is available from either park entrance at 8938 Fourth St. or 1500 Lemon Creek Rd. Go to our website for detailed directions - www.barodavillag.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Baroda Village
PO Box: P.O. Box 54
9091 First St.
Baroda, MI   49101
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Diane Mensinger
Phone: 269-422-1779
Toll-free: n/a
Fax: 269-422-2990
Email: clerk@barodavillage.org
Web: www.barodavillage.org


Event ID: 00110
Brownbag Concert Series
Opening Date: July 29, 2009
Operating Hours: 12pm-1pm
Event Description: Wednesday concert series from noon until 1pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: St. Joseph Today
120 State Street
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Sponsor Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org


Event ID: 00122
Friday Concerts in the Park Series
Opening Date: July 31, 2009
Operating Hours: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Event Description: Concerts each Friday evening from June 5th through August 28th. Concerts start at 7:30pm and finish by 9pm.
Admission: Free
Event Location
Event held at: John E.N. Howard Bandshell
500 Port St.
St. Joseph, MI   49085
Event Location Contact Info: Tyanna Weller
Phone: 269-985-1111
Fax: 269-985-0171
Email: ty@sjtoday.org
Web: www.sjtoday.org
Event Promoter/Sponsoring Organization
Event sponsored by: Flagstar Bank


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