Event Type: Works of art exhibited in retail host locations

Event Date: May 1-May 28, 2011

Location: Downtown Cadillac, Michigan

Contact Phone Number: (231-775-8282

Contact Persons Email: artwalk@downtowncadillac.com
Downtown Cadillac Association
222 Lake St., Cadillac, Michigan 49601
231-775-9776

Url: www.downtowncadillac.com/

Event Type: Women’s Expo

Event Date: November 18, 19 , 20, 2011

Location: Lansing Center, Lansing, Michigan

Contact Phone Number: (616) 466-4451

Contact Persons Email: info@ladiesweekendexpo.com

Url: www.ladiesweekendexpo.com

Event Type: Women’s Expo

Event Date: November 11, 12, 13, 2011

Location: Devos Place, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Contact Phone Number: (616) 466-4451

Contact Persons Email: info@ladiesweekendexpo.com

Url: www.ladiesweekendexpo.com

Event Type: music festival

Event Date: 6/11/11

Location: Tittabawassee Park Freeland, Michigan

Contact Phone Number: 989.708.0549

Contact Persons Email: info@freemusicfest.com

Event Type: professional development

Event Date: 3/28/2011

Location: Radisson Hotel, 111 S. Grand Ave. Lansing, Michigan

Contact Phone Number: 517-774-2020

Contact Persons Email: carol@creativelearninglinks.com

For more information- please visit http://www.makingitinmichigan.msu.edu.

I hope you help us spread the word about this wonderful day of inspiration.

Event Date: 4/30 – 5/1/2011

Location: Rod Park in Dundee, MI 48131

Contact Phone Number: 517-456-6423

Contact Persons Email: joanne@myfrontiermail.com

Lisa Marie Duford (May 17, 1966 – September 7th, 2008)

Lisa was employed as a Hostess-Trainer for Wendy’s in Monroe. A member of St. Joseph Church in Ida, she was active in Special Olympics as an athlete and as a coach. She loved working with the younger athletes and going to tournaments. Lisa participated in the World Games in New Haven, CT, in 1995. She enjoyed poly-hockey, softball, especially liked bowling and was very proud of earning her 20 year plaque from Wendy’s. Lisa was a very loving, generous, and giving individual. She passed away Sunday, September 7th, 2008.

We are hosting the first annual “Lisa Marie Duford Memorial Weekend” on 4/30 – 5/1/2011 at Rod Park in Dundee to benefit the Monroe County Special Olympics. This weekend’s schedule of events is as follows:

Sat. 4/30
1 – Car Show from 10am to 4pm
2 – Craft Show from 9am to 5pm
3 – Food Vendors from 9am to 9pm
4 – Silent Auction from 9am to 9pm
5 – Bingo 6pm to 9pm (hall to open at 4:30pm)
6 – 50/50 Raffle (throughout the day)

Sun. 5/1
1 – Craft show from 10am to 4pm
2 – 50/50 raffle (throughout the day)
3 – Silent Auction ends at 3pm
4 – Food Vendors until 4pm
5 – Car show to be rescheduled to 5/1 10am to 4pm if rained out on 4/30

Thank you for supporting our cause!!!!

Event Type: Timbertown Festival

Event Date: Aug 7-9th 2010

Location: Lewiston Michigan

Contact Phone Number: 989-786-2293

Contact Persons Email: lewistonchamber@i2k.com

The Annual Timberfest & Crafts in the Park will be August 6th, 7th & 8th 2010

Arts & Crafts In the Park
Friday, August 6th from 6:00 pm – Dusk
Saturday, August 7th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday, August 8th from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Event Type: Exhibits of Michigan-based businesses and Michigan-made products and activities.

Event Date: Friday, August 6th 2010 to Sunday, August 8th 2010

Location: Main St. Northville, Michigan

Email: info@BuyMichiganNow.com

BMN is excited to be returning to downtown Northville for our 2nd Annual Buy Michigan Now Festival! Main Street will be closed for this 3-day funfest featuring sidewalk sales, live music, children’s activities, and plenty of Michigan-based businesses and Michigan-made products.

The Main Stage in Town Square will be jumping with a variety of live performances each day. (See the event schedule).

At the other end of town, near Center Street, you’ll find a great mix of acoustic entertainers and presenters at the Tom Holzer Ford Performance Patio.

Head over to Church Square with the family for our Kids Zone featuring arts & crafts, storytelling, some very special guests, and surprises guaranteed to delight children of all ages.

Together we will revitalize the economy, one product, one purchase, one person at a time.

FRIDAY AUGUST 6th:
Festival: 10AM – 9PM; Health Fair: 10AM – 5PM in Northville Square

SATURDAY AUGUST 7th:
Festival: 10AM – 9PM; Barter Faire: 10AM – 8PM in Northville Square

SUNDAY AUGUST 8th:
Festival: Noon – 5 PM; Style Sunday: Noon – 5PM in Northville Square

This huge celebration of freedom includes a huge parade, music and games, helicopter rides, street bowling, Simon Says competition and bed and bar stool races capped by fireworks.

Summer Celebration, Muskegon, June 24- July 4, 2010

Continue the fun that began June 24, with music, midway thrills and much more fun for all ages.

Greatest Fourth in the North, Lake City, June 30- July 4, 2010

All-American fun including free entertainment, arts & crafts, ox roast and Strawberry Festival, fun contests, Saturday parade and July 4^th fireworks.

27^th Ann Arbor Summer Festival, June 18-July 11, 2010

Part of the three-week schedule that kicked off June 18 featuring live entertainment, films, and visual arts at four downtown venues.

Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival, July 1-4, 2010

The sky fills with colorful hot air balloons with both morning and evening launches. Balloon Illume & Night Air Show, aerial feats in the Air Show Saturday and Sunday, plus monster truck rides, carnival, entertainment and July 4^th fireworks at the W.K. Kellogg Airport.

Cedar Polka Fest, July 1-4, 2010

Just try to not join in the dancing at this lively, music-filled weekend with top polka bands under the big tent, plus a parade and polka mass.

Algonac Lions Pickerel Tournament, July 1-5, 2010

It’s a fishing contest and a whole lot more, with fun-filled family activities along the St. Clair River featuring a big midway, fireworks display, parade and more.

84^th National Cherry Festival, Traverse City, July 3-10, 2010

150 events on land, air and water offer something for everyone at this festive salute to the region’s important fruit. Cherry pies are just a piece of the fun, with parades, games, and entertainment at numerous sites around Traverse City and along Grand Traverse Bay.

Elsie Dairy Festival, July 8-10, 2010

The Dairy Capital of Michigan is filled with music, family fun and, of course, an ice cream booth.

National Bluegill Festival, St. Helen, July 8-11, 2010

Annual summertime celebration since 1949 features a Bluegill fishing contest, horseshoe tournament, arts and crafts, talent show and Grand Parade.

20^th Welcome to My Garden Tour, Marshall, July 10-11, 2010

Admire six of the historic community’s very special gardens, and browse the native plants, art, and accessories at the garden market.

Alpenfest, Gaylord, July 14-18, 2010

The 46^th annual family-friendly festival features entertainment, crafts, carnival, parade, the “Burning of The Boogg,” and World’s Largest Coffee Break, all with a Swiss theme rooted in the city’s past.

Indian River SummerFest, July 13-18, 2010

This year marks the 30^th annual celebration of the season on the Inland Waterway, with LobsterFest and Pig Roast, Family Night Beach Bash, teen dance, carnival, entertainment, arts and crafts and boat tours of the Indian River.

Founders Festival, Farmington, July 17-19, 2010

Go Play in the Streets at this weekend of entertainment, art show, carnival, ice cream and pie social, and big parade.

Tall Ship Celebration, Bay City, July 15-18, 2010

Get your sea legs and enjoy the beauty of the billowing sails of Tall Ships docked on the Saginaw River or go for a sail aboard one of Bay City’s own Appledore vessels. Hear sea chanteys at the International Maritime Music Festival and learn the tricks of the pirates’ trade at performances of “The Pirate School.”

Bronson Polish Festival, July 15-18, 2010

The Sister City of Moryn, Poland opens its annual celebration with a bang—fireworks—followed by a weekend of Polish food, music, and one of the longest parades in the state.

Michigan Shakespeare Festival, Jackson, July 15-August 8, 2010

This Festival has been producing high-quality theatrical performances since 1995, on the campus of Jackson Community College.

U.P. Hog Wild, Kingsford, July 17-18, 2010

The BBQ competition is one of just 25 stops on the Kansas City Great American BBQ Tour. Good food, music and car show in Lodal Park.

Roscommon River Festival, July 18-19, 2010

Plan a paddling trip on the AuSable River, then enjoy the river-related demonstrations including fly tying and casting and paddling, wooden canoe show, and Dock Dog competition.

36^th Michigan Brown Trout Festival, Alpena, July 17-26, 2010

The longest continuous fishing tournament on the Great Lakes focuses on Big Brownie, the elusive trout of Lake Huron.

Ann Arbor Art Fairs, July 21-24, 2010

The original Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is celebrating “51 Years of Originality.” Three additional, simultaneous art fairs create a massive display of fine arts and crafts that attract a half million fans.

Festival of the Horse, Mackinac Island, July 22-24, 2010

The 2^nd annual celebration of the horse. Tour Victorian era stables, enjoy the antique carriage and equestrian art shows, and kick up your heels at the Barn Raisin’ Dance.

54^th Baldwin Troutarama Festival, July 21-25, 2010

A tradition since 1957, the annual celebration near the Blue Ribbon fishing on the Pere Marquette River features a youth fishing derby, entertainment, ice cream social, carnival, car show and parade.

Ionia Free Fair, July 22-31, 2010

The “World’s Largest Free Fair” since 1915 entertains midway rides and games, food, grandstand events, a circus and a wide range of performers.

AuSable River Festival, Grayling, July 19-25, 2010

Celebrate the storied waterway and start of the famous AuSable River Canoe Marathon with music, arts & crafts, kiddie festivities, parade, and the Avita Water Black Bear Bicycle Tour.

Yale Bologna Festival, July 23-25, 2010

The King and Queen of Bologna reign over the Big Bologna Parade, bologna ring toss, outhouse races, fireworks, craft show, carnival, and tasty bologna galore. And yes, there is a local bologna maker.

6^th Traverse City Film Festival, July 27-August 1, 2010

Over 123 screenings of independent, classic and foreign films at multiple locations, including free outdoor screenings on an inflatable screen at the Open Space Park on Grand Traverse Bay.

The Earl Young Home Tour, Charlevoix, July 28, 2010

A one-day opportunity to see the inside eight of the fairy tale-like “Mushroom” or Stone Homes built by Earl Young.

Munger Potato Festival, July 29-August 1, 2010

A 55-year “Spud-tacular” tradition features carnival, Figure 8 Derby, live entertainment, a parade, and food (including tons of free potatoes!).

86^th US Coast Guard Festival, Grand Haven, July 30-August 8, 2010

A 10-day tribute to the Coast Guard includes public tours of a Coast Guard cutter, parade, waterfront entertainment, carnival, and dancing in the streets.

Pig Gig, Bay City, August 5-8, 2010

Go whole hog at the rib festival cook-off and enjoy live entertainment, kiddie activities, cooking demos, fun contests and pig racing.

36^th Boyne Falls Polish Festival, August 6-9, 2010

Event includes a Polka tent with great music and Polish food all weekend in salute to the heritage of the area. Grand parade, horse pull, plus Oldies Night and car cruise and Sunday Mass.

33rd Fish Sandwich Festival, Bay Port, August 6-7, 2010

“It takes two hands to hold one” of the original fish sandwiches at this bayside event. Thousands of them are served with a side of entertainment, arts & crafts, Bingo, and fireworks.

43^rd Coloma Glad-Peach Festival, August 6-8, 2010

Fruitbelt fun celebrating two local crops includes tasty peach treats, bake fest, entertainment, carnival, Peach Pit Spit and parade.

The Wine Days of Summer, Southeast Michigan, August 7-8, 2010

Enjoy this self-driving tour along the Southeast Michigan Pioneer Wine Trail featuring picnic foods and compatible wines.

Summerfest Coopersville, August 9-15, 2010

The hometown of “Runaway” Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Del Shannon hosts a 5K “Runaway,” a car cruise and show in his honor plus a quilt show, rides on the vintage C&M Railway, fun for kids and more.

Au Gres Pirate Festival, August 7, 2010

Enjoy a day of fun with a pirate theme including a homemade raft race on the Au Gres River, games, costume contests and music.

Great Lakes Folk Festival, East Lansing, August 13-15, 2010

It’s a small world after all at this blend of multi-cultural music and dance performances, Folk Arts Marketplace, kiddie programs and Taste of Traditions food court.

International Ironworkers Festival, Mackinaw City, August 13-15, 2010

See ironworkers from across North America compete in skilled events and the World Championship Column Climb.

Ship & Shore, New Buffalo, August 13-15, 2010

See “the past in motion” with hundreds of antique gas, steam and oil engines on display, plus working blacksmiths and foundry, old time crafts demos, and flea markets.

St. Johns Mint Festival, August 13-15, 2010

Meet Minty, mascot of the festival that celebrates Michigan’s mint-growing history with a parade, games, car show, music and food at the downtown train depot. Don’t miss the mint chocolate chip ice cream.

12^th Cheeseburger in Caseville, August 13-22, 2010

Huge crowds of Parrotheads turn out for Jimmy Buffett tribute bands, Parade of Tropical Fools, nautical parade, street dance, and a world of food including, of course, cheeseburgers.

Antique Wooden Boat Show, Hessel, August 7-8, 2010

Classic wooden boats typical of the Les Cheneaux Islands are on display in the water, accompanied by the fine Festival of Arts, live entertainment and local food favorites.

9^th River Raisin Jazz Festival, Monroe, August 14-15, 2010

Big names in jazz perform in two days of free music outdoors, preceded by Thursday’s River Raisin Jazz Series and Jazz in the Square on Friday.

Buckley Old Engine Show, Cadillac, August 19-22, 2010

“Come see the past in motion” with hundreds of antique gas, steam and oil engines on display, plus working blacksmiths and foundry, old time crafts demos, flea market, and arts and crafts.

46^th Annual Danish Festival, Greenville, August 19-22, 2010

This Scandinavian heritage celebration features hot aebleskivers and Danish cookies, Viking sword fights, music, hot air balloon flights and Grand Dansk Parade.

Mackinac Island Fudge Festival, August 21-22, 2010

A good reason to sample the sweet treat made fresh daily at 17 shops on the island. Highlights include performances by the Children’s Ballet Theatre of Michigan and a “golden ticket” vacation contest.

16^th Woodward Dream Cruise, North Detroit Metro, August 21, 2010

The official cruise day is Saturday but more than 40,000 vintage vehicles and a million-plus car lovers arrive early in the week for informal events leading up to the world’s largest one-day gathering of classic cars and enthusiasts.

Michigan Fiber Festival, Allegan, August 21-22, 2010

Fun with fiber! Take classes, browse the marketplace featuring natural fiber products, books, dyes, spinning wheels and looms at the Allegan County Fairgrounds.

Corvette Crossroads Auto Show, Mackinaw City, August 28-29, 2010

Cool cars on display all day – and roll across the Mackinac Bridge in the Corvette Parade at 7 p.m. Saturday!

6^th Porcupine Mountains Music Festival, Ontonagon, August 27-29, 2010

The sounds of folk, jazz and bluegrass music fill the wild and wonderful old-growth forest of the western Upper Peninsula in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park on the Lake Superior shoreline.

Riverdays Festival, Big Rapids, September 2-6, 2010

Fun along the Muskegon River includes the car show, music, and annual Labor Day car show and arts, crafts & antiques Show.

Elkton Autumn Fest, September 3-5, 2010

Lawnmower races, tractor pulls, demolition derby, Bingo, parade, entertainment tent and midway games make this a family-friendly event.

79^th Michigan Peach Festival, Romeo, September 2-6, 2010

Celebration of the local fruit includes a packed schedule of events, from fun run to talent competition, bed race, car show, night parade and floral parade, plus peach pie.

31^st Detroit International Jazz Festival, September 3-6, 2010

This year’s premiere free musical celebration pays tribute to 7 modern jazz geniuses, and features more than 100 acts on 6 stages at the Detroit Riverfront.

Thumbfest, Lexington, September 4, 2010

The Bluewater Folk Society hosts this traditional music festival with multiple stages, workshops, dance hall, and crafts along Lake Huron.

Mackinac Bridge Walk, September 6, 2010

Join tens of thousands of folks in the unofficial end of summer walk across “Mighty Mac” Bridge. The five-mile-long engineering marvel links Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas high above the waters of the Straits of Mackinac, where the Great Lakes Huron and Michigan meet.