2011 Events

March 1st, 2011

April 23 – Chamber Easter Egg Hunt

Starts promptly at noon – at Gallup Park!
ages 2 to 10.

April 29 – “Barefoot in the Park” at PACP

PACP’s spring show “Barefoot in the Park” opens on stage at the Port Austin Community Playhouse on April 29 and runs through May 8. Friday & Saturday performances at 8 pm, Sunday Matinee at 2 pm. For Reservations, call the Box Office 989-738-5217. Tickets are $12 & $8.

May 1, 6, 7, 8 – “Barefoot in the Park” at PACP

PACP’s spring comedy, “Barefoot in the Park” at the Port Austin Community Playhouse runs May 1, 6, 7, and 8. Friday & Saturday performances at 8 pm, Sunday Matinee at 2 pm. For Reservations, call the Box Office 989-738-5217. Tickets are $12 & $8. …

May 28-29 – TAG Spring Members’ Show

The Thumb Arts Guild holds their annual Spring Members’ Show from 10 am until 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday in the Port Austin Gym. Come and see a wide variety of wonderful artwork. Light refreshments available. …


May 28-29 Annual Lady’s Slipper Festival

The Annual Lady’s Slipper Festival takes place at the Huron County Nature Center on Loosemore Road off Oak Beach Road.

Exhibits, displays and refreshments to purchase. …

Farmers Market opens May 28

Farmers Market & More opens for the season on Saturday, May 28 – runs through October 15. Open every Saturday, from 9:00 am till 1:00 pm. Located in downtown Port Austin.
Vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, fish, smoked meats, maple syrup, honey, jams, nuts, art, crafts, antiques, & much more.
One of the largest Farmers Markets in the state – regularly features 100+ vendors.
For more information, contact John Pridnia at 989-768-0123 …

May 30 – Memorial Day Ceremony

A special Memorial Day Ceremony, led by the Port Austin American Legion, will take place at Veterans Waterfront Park. Time & details TBA. …

June 04 – CARFEST

The “all new” Port Austin CARFEST is Saturday, June 4 – beginning at 2 pm in downtown Port Austin. Main Street will be closed from 2 to 8 pm for car displays & DJ. Beer tent, 3pm; Live Music with JBS Classic Rock 7-10pm; Trophies 6pm; Much more! ..

June 05 – Pancake Breakfast

An “All You Can Eat” Pancake Breakfast is slated for Sunday, June 5 from 8 am to 1 pm – at the U & I Club (on M-53 just south of downtown Port Austin). Includes Pancakes, Sausage, Ham, Eggs, Coffee and Juice. Cost is $6; $3 for ages 4 to 12 – free for ages 3 and under. ..

June 14-15 – Chamber Bocce Ball Tournament

The Chamber’s annual Bocce Ball Tournament is scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, June 14-5, at Gallup Park – beginning at 5 pm each evening.
Championship and Consolation Rounds & trophies.
Concessions available – burgers, brats, beer, wine, pop, water.
ENTER YOUR TEAM NOW! Thursday is rain date. …

June 16-19 – Port Austin Sea Kayak Symposium

The first annual “Port Austin Sea Kayak Symposium” – sponsored by Riverside Kayak Connection, with assistance from the Port Austin Chamber of Commerce – is June 16 through 19. Details and registration information will be available online March 1 at www.riversidekayak.com

June 18 – Port Austin State Harbor Festival

Details TBA. …

June 18 – Thumb Artists Studio Tour

Thumb Artists Studio Tour is June 18 – with some studios open on Sunday also.
Visit artists at their studios and workshops – meet local artists, see them in action, ask questions -
For More Information Please Contact Laurie Conger at
989-738-5689 or go to www.thumbstudiotour.com …

June 24-26 – Festivale Italiano (Italian-themed Festival)

4th annual event – activities & details TBA …

June 25 – “Autism Speaks” Walk

Walk to benefit Autism – awareness & support. The second annual “AUTISM SPEAKS Walking Tour” is on Saturday to raise funds and raise awareness for Autism. Registration Sat. at 9 am at the Gallup Park Pavilion. The walk will begin at 10 AM at Gallup Park and wind through the Farmers Market. Visit www.autimspeaks.org to register a team to walk. You may also walk with sponsors. Call Rose at 989.550.8361 or e-mail at rose_coo38@yahoo.com for information. …

June 25-26 – “A Night of Song” at PACP

Join PACP for this special concert, “A Night of Song,” featuring a variety of popular songs. Two shows at the Port Austin Community Playhouse will take place at 7:30 pm on Saturday and at 2:00 pm on Sunday. PACP favorites – Dennis Hafeli, Gary E. Sturm, Jerry Bowron, Bob Brown and Kris Kuziel are featured.
Tickets are $10 each and will be available at PACP and at local businesses in June. General seating. …

June 26 – Tour di lago

The 4th annual “Tour di lago” bike tour along the shoreline is on Sunday morning, June 26.
Watch for details! …


July 04th – Independence Day Parade & Fireworks

Don’t miss the annual Fourth of July Parade beginning at 1 pm at the old middle school parking area and moving down M-53 through the downtown and on to Gallup Park. Then, catch the Fireworks Display – Harbor area at dusk!!! …

July 09th YFC Race/Walk

July 9th the YFC Race/Walk held at Gallup Park
For more information, contact Charlotte Thuemmel at 989-738-8772 …

July 22-24 Port Austin School Reunion

The 6th Port Austin School Reunion takes place this summer, July 22-24. Check out activity details on Facebook – the Port Austin Alumni page – or the PAHS Alumni group. …

August 26-27 – Pirates Of The Great Lakes

Activities TBA …
August 28 – “The Great Event XXV” Raffle & Party

Annual event on the last Sunday of August at the Port Austin Community Playhouse – 989-738-5217
Raffle, Dinner and Live Entertainment. Call for more information after June 1.
989-738-5217. …

Art in the Park – Preview Party & Silent Auction

This year’s Silent Art Auction and Preview Party is Friday, Sept. 2 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm at the Port Austin Gym. Mediums include watercolor, jewelry, hand blown glass, acry6lic, oil iron work, ceramics, stained glass and photography. Proceeds go to Thumb Arts Guild (TAG) activities. …

Art in the Park – Labor Day Weekend

“Art in the Park” is scheduled for Sat. and Sun. – Sept. 3 & 4 – from 10 am to 5 pm – at Gallup Park. Over 50 artists with original creations will have their art on display and for sale. Kids tent both days. S&D Puppetry, show at noon. Artist demonstrations and live music. Sponsored by Thumb Arts Guild. Call Patty Finan at 989 738-8736 for more information. …
Sept. 16 – Kinde Golf Outing

Be part of the fun! Chamber-sponsored Golf Outing at Bird Creek Golf Course.
Watch for details! …

September – Annual PA Historical Society Raffle

“300 Cllub Rafflel” – tickets are $30 each & give you a chance to win from $100 to $1000 over a period of 4 weeks. First drawing is Sept. 24 at 11 am at the Farmers Market – Five $100 prizes. Second & third drawings on Oct. 1 & Oct. 8 – Five $100 prizes each week. Last drawing Oct. 15 – Fourteen tickets drawn for prizes ranging from $100 to the $1000 Grand Prize. Proceeds to the Building Fund. ..

September 17-18 – Annual Kinde Polka Fest

Lots of Entertainment, downtown Kinde. Live Polka Music! Beer Tent. Kids activities. Wooden Dance Floor. Details TBA. Polka Mass 10 am Sunday.
Admission: $15 adults; $10, 16-20 yrs; under 16 free. …

September 17-18 – Art at the Polka Fest

While enjoying the Polka Fest, stop by and see an exhibit of the Thumb Arts Guild. Details tba. …

September 24 – Michaelmas Fest

St. Michael’s Catholic Church hosts their annual festival, on Saturday, Sept. 24. Dinner, drawings, games and other activities. Details TBA. …

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October 15 – Farmers Market Closes For The Season

October 31st – Halloween – Annual Parade and “Trunk & Treat”

Annual Parade of Costumes begins at the Port Austin State Bank and continues west on State Street to Lake Street, then down the main street, then to the Port Austin gym. “Trunk & Treat” at United Protestant Church.

TRICK OR TREAT hour for the Village of Port Austin are from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. …
PACP’s fall musical “Two by Two”

“Two by Two” – PACP’s fall musical opens October 28 and continues Oct 29 & 30, and November 4, 5, 6. Friday and Saturday performances at 8 pm. Sunday matinees at 2 pm. …

“Two by Two” – Nov. 4-6

The last weekend for PACP’s musical “Two by Two,” is November 4, 5 & 6. Friday & Saturday at 8 pm; Sunday matinee at 2 pm.

For reservations call the Box Office 989-738-5217 …

November 265 – “A Christmas with Friends” Concert

A special concert featuring holiday music is slated for 7 pm on Friday, November 25, at the Port Austin Community Playhouse.
“A Christmas with Friends” concert is sponsored by Friends Promoting Port Austin. Check their website for details: www.friendspromotingportaustin.com

November 26th – Thanksgiving Dinner & Raffle

Sponsored by the Port Austin Conservation Club.

December 03rd – “Silver Bells Stroll through Port Austin”

Saturday, December 3rd – Many acitivities are planned!
* Shopping specials at shops and eateries around town
*Meet SANTA at Gallup Park at 12:30 – free horse & wagon ride to U&I Club. Annual “Cookies and Crafts with Santa,” sponsored by FPPA from 1 to 3 pm at the U&I Club. SANTA will be there! Also, crafts & goodie bags.
*Christmas Bazaar – 9 to 3 at the United Protestant Church – lunch served 11-1 (chili, sloppy joes & hot dogs).

Dec 9-11 & 16-18- PACP – “A Christmas Story”

PACP’s annual Christmas Show features “A Christmas Story” – and it will be presented live on stage, December 9-18: Friday & Saturday shows are at 8 pm, and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm.

For information or reservations, Call the Box Office at 989-738-5217. …




2010 Events

March 25th, 2010

May Events

May 1-2 “Steel Magnolias” at the PACP
-contact them at 989-738-5217

May 29-30 Annual Lady’s Slipper Festival
-The Annual Lady’s Slipper Festival takes place at the Huron County Nature Center on Loosemore Road off Oak Beach Road.

May 29  Port Austin Farmers’ Market opens
-runs every Saturday into October 9am-1pm

May 31 – Memorial Day Ceremony
-A special Memorial Day Ceremony, led by the Port Austin American Legion,     will take place at Veterans Waterfront Park. Time & details TBA. ..

June Events

June 05 – CARFEST
-The “all new” Port Austin CARFEST is Saturday, June 5 – beginning at 2 pm in     downtown Port Austin. Main Street will be closed from 2 to 8 pm for car displays     & DJ. Beer tent, 3pm; Live Music with JBS Classic Rock 7-10pm; Trophies 6pm;     Much more!

Chamber Bocce Ball Tournament June 15-16
-The Chamber’s annual Bocce Ball Tournament is scheduled for Tuesday and     Wednesday, June 15-6, at Gallup Park – beginning at 5 pm each evening.
Championship and Consolation Rounds & trophies.
Concessions available – burgers, brats, beer, wine, pop, water.
ENTER YOUR TEAM NOW! Thursday is rain date. …

June 17-20 – Port Austin Sea Kayak Symposium
-The first annual “Port Austin Sea Kayak Symposium” – sponsored by Riverside     Kayak Connection, with assistance from the Port Austin Chamber of Commerce     is June 17 through 20. Details and registration information will be available     online March 1 at
www.riversidekayak.com
June 19 – Port Austin Harbor Festival
-Many activities all day down at the Port Austin State Dock and harbor area.
Free Kayak Trials & much more!

June 19-20 – Thumb Artists Studio Tour
-Thumb Artists Studio Tour is June 19 & 20
Visit artists at their studios and workshops – meet local artists, see them in action,     ask questions -
For More Information Please Contact Laurie Conger at
989-738-5689 ..

June 19-20- Fishing Tournament -CANCELLED
-The Thumb Area Offshore Challenge Fishing Tournament has been     CANCELLED for 2010 – due to extensive construction taking place at the Port     Austin State Harbor and very limited dockage availability at Grindstone Harbor     this summer. The Tournament WILL take place in 2011 – the dates are June 18     and 19 – look for details later this year. Thank you for your patience and     understanding on this issue this year!
Port Austin and Grindstone Harbors – 100% of entry fees paid out in prizes

June 25-27 – Festivale Italiano (Italian-themed Festival)
-3rd annual event – activities & details TBA …

June 26 – “Una Serata Di Cantrare” at PACP
-”Una Serata Di Cantrare” (A Night of Singing) at the Port Austin Community     Playhouse. Featuring songs made famous by singers such as Frank Sinatra, Dean     Martin, Tony Bennett, Connie Francis & more. 7 pm. Details TBA. .

June 27 – Tour di lago
-The 3rd annual “Tour di lago” bike tour along the shoreline is on Sunday morning, June 27. Details can be found at
http://www.friendspromotingportaustin.com

June Events

April 12th, 2009

June

June 12-14: Port Austin Kayak Rendezvous

June 13: Harbor Festival

June 16-17: Chamber Bocce Ball Tournament at Gallup Park

June 19-21: Thumb Area Off-Shore Challenge Fishing Tournament

June 20: Kids’ Day at Farmers Market, 9 am to 1 pm

June 20: Bards Poetry Reading, at Bird Creek Park

June 20-21: Artist Studio Tour, 10 am – 5 pm

June 22: Afternoon Tea at The Garfield Inn for Friends of the Port Austin Township Library

June 26-28 – “Festivale Italiano” Port Austin’s Festival of Lights, sponsored by Friends Promoting Port Austin

May Events

April 12th, 2009

May

May 1, 2, 3: “Play On!” at PACP

May 9 – June 7: Thumb Arts Guild (TAG) – art exhibit at the Burns Gallery in Sebewaing

May 9 & 10: Special Concert – Bill Denbrock’s Big Band – at the Port Austin Community Playhouse (Sat. 7 pm & Sun. 2 pm), to benefit Fourth of July Fireworks.

May 15-17: May Fest & Spring Breakout Car Show – Downtown Street Fest with live music & dancing; car cruise; poker run; Car Show on Sunday at Gallup Park

May 16: Spaghetti Dinner at the United Protestant Church; Jr. Priscilla Club Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show; Bards Poetry Reading at Bird Creek Park

May 17: Pancake Breakfast at U&I Club

May 23: Farmers Market & More – Opens for the season in downtown Port Austin; every Saturday, 9 am to 1 pm

May 23-24: Lady’s Slipper Festival at Huron County Nature Center; TAG Spring Art Show at Maccabee Hall, Caseville


May 25: Memorial Day Service at Veterans Waterfront Park

May 30: Kids’ Fishing Clinic, Thumb Area Charter Captains Association, Grindstone City Harbor

Make Port Austin #1

April 1st, 2009

Make sure to vote for Port Austin as the coolest small town in the country!

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April Events

March 18th, 2009

April 11: The Port Austin Chamber Easter Egg Hunt at Gallup Park

April 24,25,26: “Play On!” at the Port Austin Community Play House(PACP)

April 28: The Bards of Bird Creek Poetry Reading at the Port Austin Twp Library

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March 9th, 2009

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Lighthouse Grand Re-opening

March 1st, 2009

Spring has sprung and Carol has come out of hibernation to re-open The Lighthouse Cafe! The Lighthouse Cafe will be open on March 20th 2009.