Sep 12, 2006 - Aug 5, 2007

• The Story of Captain Benjamin Boutell, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  A family Legacy: The Story of Caption Benjamin Boutell Exhibit. Captain Benjamin Boutell is probably best known for his maritime ability and his fine fleet of ships. Learn about his family and business savvy, which allowed him to become a prosperous businessman. View what is believed to be the largest museum collection of Howard Sprague paintings. Paintings commissioned by the Captain of his favorite ships. For more information, call. (989) 893-5733

Nov 25, 2006 - Jan 1, 2007

• River of Lights, Veteran's Memorial Park in Bay City.
  Holiday light displays along the Saginaw River 888-229-8696

Jan 4, 2007 - Jan 7, 2007

• Unknown, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Five men wake up in a locked-down warehouse with no memory of who they are. They are forced to figure out who is good and who is bad to stay alive. Plus Q & A with screenwriter Matthew Waynee after each nightly screening. (Matthew Waynee is a native of Bay City) 989-892-2660

Jan 12, 2007 - Jan 14, 2007

• Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein Friday 01/12/07 7:00 PM Sat. 1/13/07 7:00 PM Sun. 1/14/06 2:00 PM Bud Abbott Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) Rated G The world of freight handlers Wilbur Grey and Chick Young is turned upside down when the remains of Frankenstein's monster and Dracula arrive from Europe to be used in a house of horrors. Dracula awakens and escapes with the weakened monster, who he plans to re-energize with a new brain. Larry Talbot (the Wolfman) arrives from London in an attempt to thwart Dracula. Dracula's reluctant aide is the beautiful Dr. Sandra Mornay. Her reluctance is dispatched by Dracula's bite. Dracula and Sandra abduct Wilbur for his brain and recharge the monster in preparation for the operation. Chick and Talbot attempt to find and free Wilbur, but when the full moon rises all hell breaks loose with the Wolfman, Dracula, and Frankenstein all running rampant. $ 5.00 989-892-2660

Jan 19, 2007 - Jan 28, 2007

• Over The Tavern, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  Tender, touching and often outrageously funny, this award winning play offers a nostalgic look back to 1959: a time of innocence, you and discovery. If you grew up with girl-crazy brother, a self-conscious sister or a stay-at-home-mother, you’ll enjoy revisiting these loving, humor-filled bygone days. Thursday, Friday & Saturday Shows. For more information, call. (989) 893-5555

Jan 19, 2007 - Jan 28, 2007

• Over The Tavern, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  Tender, touching and often outrageously funny, this award winning play offers a nostalgic look back to 1959: a time of innocence, you and discovery. If you grew up with girl-crazy brother, a self-conscious sister or a stay-at-home-mother, you’ll enjoy revisiting these loving, humor-filled bygone days. Thursday, Friday & Saturday Shows. (989) 893-5555

Jan 20, 2007 - Jan 21, 2007

• Click, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Saturday 01/20/07 2:00 PM Sun. 01/21/07 2:00 PM Click (2006) Rated PG-13 Michael Newman is a loving father and husband, but he's got an office and a career he sees more often than his own family. To only make matters worse is a boss who takes everything for granted, including advantage of Michael by dangling a promotion in front of his face. But when one late night trip to a Bed, Bath and Beyond store for a new remote control, Michael finds himself in the possession of a new kind of remote control, developed by an eccentric inventor. A remote control so significant that it allows Michael to be able to fast forward, rewind, pause and practically control all the events in his life. So much to an extent that it becomes a luxury for the overworked man who finally gets some quality time with his family and his life. But not everything lasts forever as Michael is about to find out, when the remote control begins to malfunction, causing Michael to deal with the consequences. $ 5.00 989-892-2660

Jan 20, 2007 -

• Come Together, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  COME TOGETHER - Youth area Rock Bands Saturday 01/20/07 8:00 PM COME TOGETHER - Youth area Rock Bands The End Of An Era, The Lineup, and The Loving Lads perform to benefit Area Youth programs. $ 5.00 Students $ 10.00 Adults 989-892-2660

Jan 22, 2007 -

• Norway from the Land of the Vikings, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Norway stirs the imagination with its sheer beauty. Land of stunning fjords, rugged mountains, surreal islands, and a vibrant, dynamic people, this film covers the entire country from the capital, Oslo and the gorgeous seaport of Bergen in the south to Trondheim, Stravanger and the North Cape. Along the way we will hear of Viking history, see the unique Norwegian culture, and visit Lapplanders in this land of the midnight sun. $ 8.00 Door $18.00 Season Tickets 989-892-2660

Jan 26, 2007 - Feb 25, 2007

• Manuel Valenti, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Vibrant and bold landscape Tuscany paintings, Provence landscape paintings, Venice, Paris, French Riviera, Venezuela and North America landscapes, floral, fruits, still life, expressive and spectacular abstracts. Daily Paintings by Manuela Valenti. (989)894-2323

Jan 27, 2007 - Jan 28, 2007

• Mary Poppins, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Dollar Movies are Back Saturday 01/27/07 2:00 PM Sun. 01/28/07 2:00 PM Mary Poppins (1964) Rated G Two banker's children lose their nanny due to her frustration with them. A change in the wind blows in an assertive nanny who matches the qualifications of the children and not the father. As she helps them magically explore the world around them the father grows increasingly disapproving of her methods, and must eventually deal with his own distance from his children. $ 1.00 989-892-2660

Feb 10, 2007 -

• Marcia Z. Allen & Shared Philosophy, State Theatre, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  For Marcia Allen, jazz is the preferred form of communication. She believes more can be said through a song than spoken word is capable of conveying. Through song, Marcia can share a wide range of emotions with her audience, and allow others to live in the moment and freely feel the song’s passion. Music is a way of reminiscing, fantasizing, and dreaming, and to Marcia, that’s a good place to be. $ 15.00 at 7:30 pm. (989)892-2660

Feb 16, 2007 -

• Winter Festival, Bay City State Recreation Area, 3582 State Park Dr., Bay City.
  Its Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan! Celebrate by participating in a family ice fishing contest! Snow Sculpture Competition, Snow Snake Clinic, Winter Birding, Ice Safety, Snow Shoeing Adventures, Evening Owl Calling Hike, Snowman Building Competition, Backyard Wildlife Presentations and much more! No Charge for admission. State Park permit required. 989-667-0717

Feb 17, 2007 -

• An Evening of Love with Ryan DeHues, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Ryan DeHues, “America’s Next Great Crooner”, saw the worldwide release of his first CD in June of 2001. Featuring a 17-piece Big Band and a duet with Debby Boone, his CD debuted on more than 400 radio stations nationwide. Ryan exercises his vocal prowess on songs ranging from beautiful Ballads to Contemporary Pop to Big Band Jazz making this album a classic for many years to come; an incredible feat for the spirited newcomer that he is. Tickets $20.00 at 7:30 pm. (989) 892-2660

Feb 17, 2007 -

• An Evening of Love - With Ryan DeHues, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  An Evening of Love - with Ryan DeHues Saturday 02/17/07 7:30 PM Ryan DeHues, “America’s Next Great Crooner”, saw the worldwide release of his first CD in June of 2001. Featuring a 17-piece Big Band and a duet with Debby Boone, his CD debuted on more than 400 radio stations nationwide. All the songs for the album were carefully selected and arranged for their classic sound by David Diggs and Dave Siebels, producers of the album. They both agree Ryan is wise beyond his years and his knack for “crooning” compliments the song selections very well. Ryan exercises his vocal prowess on songs ranging from beautiful Ballads to Contemporary Pop to Big Band Jazz making this album a classic for many years to come; an incredible feat for the spirited newcomer that he is. It’s been said that, ”My Dream Come True” is timeless music, being sung by a young man who’s time has come. 989-892-2660

Feb 18, 2007 -

• Marcia Z. Allen & Shared Philosophy, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  For Marcia Allen, jazz is the preferred form of communication. She believes more can be said through a song than spoken word is capable of conveying. Through song, Marcia can share a wide range of emotions with her audience, and allow others to live in the moment and freely feel the song’s passion. Music is a way of reminiscing, fantasizing, and dreaming, and to Marcia, that’s a good place to be. $ 15.00 at 7:30 pm. (989) 892-2660

Feb 24, 2007 -

• The Emerald Diamond, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  7:30 PM "The Emerald Diamond" is a 90-minute documentary about the Irish National Baseball Team. The film's budget of $70,000 was financed on credit cards by first-time filmmaker John Fitzgerald. The film debuted to a sold out crowd in New York on February 25, 2006 and has been seen in over 20 theaters across the country since then. It has been featured by The New York Times, New York Post, Fox News and National Public Radio. Do they really play baseball in Ireland? Yes!! Baseball has been played in Ireland since the early 1990s. The Irish National Team made its debut in the 1996 European Championships in England. Today, baseball is played throughout the country - the National Team is based in Dublin and youth baseball is played in Cork, Kerry, Port Stewart and Greystones. 989-892-2660

Mar 9, 2007 - Mar 18, 2007

• I Never Saw Another Butterfly, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  A triumph of the human spirit, I Never Saw Another Butterfly shares the hopes, the fears and the beauty of the children of Terezin. More than 15,000 children passed through Terezin Concentration Camp during World War II; fewer than 100 survived. Come join Raja Enleanderova and her fellow inmates as they tell their true story, through artwork and poetry they left behind. (989) 893-5555

Mar 9, 2007 - Apr 8, 2007

• Kids Kreation, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Artwork from Bay County Elementary Students. Free admission. (989) 894-2323

Mar 9, 2007 - Mar 18, 2007

• I Never Saw Another Butterfly, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  A triumph of the human spirit, I Never Saw Another Butterfly shares the hopes, the fears and the beauty of the children of Terezin. More than 15,000 children passed through Terezin Concentration Camp during World War II; fewer than 100 survived. Come join Raja Enleanderova and her fellow inmates as they tell their true story, through artwork and poetry they left behind. (989) 893-5555

Mar 10, 2007 -

• An Evening of Folk Zinging with Christine Lavin, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  In September 2005 singer/songwriter/guitarist Christine Lavin's latest CD, folkZinger, on Appleseed Records was released. This now brings her number of solo albums to 17, joining three Four Bitchin’ Babes disks, and six compilations she produced showcasing the works of dozens of contemporary singer/songwriters whose music she loves. She sings on the latest album by Noel Paul Stookey (of Peter, Paul & Mary), Virtual Party, the closing track, Let's Go To The Stars. She has won one NAIRD award, two New York Music Awards, five ASCAP composer awards, the Kate Wolf Memorial Award, and her songs have been performed by such diverse artists as Tony Award-winning actress (star of Thoroughly Modern Millie and Little Women) Sutton Foster, the Dartmouth College Decibelles,The Accidentals, and the Washington D.C. Gay Men’s Chorus. In 2001 Backstage Magazine named her Outstanding New York Singer/Songwriter Of The Year. 989-892-2660

Mar 10, 2007 -

• A Taste of History, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  A Taste of History! The Culinary History and Wild Game Recipes from the diaries of Myra Parsons. Join Chef “Dixie Dave” Minor and Bay County Historical Society members as they greet you for this delightful evening of historical culinary recipes. The recipes are based on the diaries of the 19th Century Linwood resident Myra Seely Parsons. The unique meal will find you dining on special selections from beef, venison and “spirits” of the days long past. Many other festive surprise await you. (989) 893-5733

Mar 10, 2007 -

• A Taste of History, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  A Taste of History! The Culinary History and Wild Game Recipes from the diaries of Myra Parsons. Join Chef “Dixie Dave” Minor and Bay County Historical Society members as they greet you for this delightful evening of historical culinary recipes. The recipes are based on the diaries of the 19th Century Linwood resident Myra Seely Parsons. The unique meal will find you dining on special selections from beef, venison and “spirits” of the days long past. Many other festive surprise await you. (989) 893-5733

Mar 10, 2007 -

• An Evening of Folk Zinging with Christine Lavin, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  An Evening of Folk Zinging with Christine Lavin Saturday 03/10/07 at 8:00 PM. In September 2005 singer/songwriter/guitarist Christine Lavin's latest CD, folk zinger, on Appleseed Records was released. Her song Amoeba Hop has been turned into a children's book (Puddlejumppress.com) with delightful (and scientifically accurate) illustrations by artist Betsy Franco Feeney. Christine is currently assembling a compilation album of all food songs called One Meat Ball. The CD booklet will be a tiny cookbook. $20.00. (989) 892-2660

Mar 17, 2007 -

• Freshwater Acoustic Roots, State Theatre - 913 Washington Ave - Bay City.
  Four post-moderns playing raucus dance music, pop-inspired arrangements of folksongs, and lots of free-spirited step-dancing. Budd Greenman, Nellie Schrantz, Nic Gareiss, and Bill Wiegandt all grew up in mid-Michigan. There, nurtured by the musicians in the local old-time and Celtic music circles, they began to absorb the traditions associated with fiddle music and percussive dancing. Bill learned folksongs from his father, Budd traveled with his mother to fiddle jamborees, Nic learned his first dance steps by watching his parents in their kitchen, and Nellie attended Irish sessions and feisanna. As FRESHWATER, their mission is to use the music they love to connect with people of all ages and especially to bridge the age gap that often separates young people from traditional music. 989-892-2660

Mar 17, 2007 -

• Freshwater Acoustic Roots, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Four post-moderns playing raucus dance music, pop-inspired arrangements of folksongs, and lots of free-spirited step-dancing. Budd Greenman, Nellie Schrantz, Nic Gareiss, and Bill Wiegandt all grew up in mid-Michigan. There, nurtured by the musicians in the local old-time and Celtic music circles, they began to absorb the traditions associated with fiddle music and percussive dancing. Bill learned folksongs from his father, Budd traveled with his mother to fiddle jamborees, Nic learned his first dance steps by watching his parents in their kitchen, and Nellie attended Irish sessions and feisanna. As FRESHWATER, their mission is to use the music they love to connect with people of all ages and (989) 892-2660

Mar 18, 2007 -

• Saint Patrick's Day Parade, Downtown Bay City.
  St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in Bay City and its suburb in the form of a parade! It's the perfect season for another celebration ... and we love a parade! Our annual St. Patrick's Day Parades are considered another opportunity for family and friends to get together and enjoy a day outdoors. It seems as if the entire city is on the street with picnic baskets, umbrellas, and their vehicles...enjoying one of the biggest street parties of the year! The March includes bands and bagpipers, floats, marching units and much more. Hope you, too, have a Happy St. Patrick's Day! Parade starts at 2 pm. (989) 686-6834

Mar 18, 2007 -

• St. Patrick's Day Parade, Downtown Bay City.
  St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in Bay City and its suburb in the form of a parade! It's the perfect season for another celebration ... and we love a parade! Our annual St. Patrick's Day Parades are considered another opportunity for family and friends to get together and enjoy a day outdoors. It seems as if the entire city is on the street with picnic baskets, umbrellas, and their vehicles...enjoying one of the biggest street parties of the year! The March includes bands and bagpipers, floats, marching units and much more. Hope you, too, have a Happy St. Patrick's Day! Parade starts at 2 pm. (989) 686-6834

Mar 24, 2007 -

• Paul VornHagen Quartet, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  A constant fixture on the metropolitan Detroit area jazz scene for 20 years, the Paul VornHagen Quartet is equally at home in traditional concert settings. The Quartet’s repertoire includes jazz standards, a healthy dose of Latin jazz, and original compositions by VornHagen. Together—Paul VornHagen on saxophones, flute and vocals with Randy Marsh on drums and Kurt Krahnke on acoustic bass, alongside pianist Tad Weed—the Quartet sets a high performance standard wherever they perform. A spicy blend of standards and originals including the music of Ellington, Porter, Gershwin, Van Heusen, Matt Dennis and many more Makes a Date at the State a night to remember! $15.00. (989) 892-2660

Mar 24, 2007 -

• Paul VornHagen Quartet, State Theatre, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  A constant fixture on the metropolitan Detroit area jazz scene for 20 years, the Paul VornHagen Quartet is equally at home in traditional concert settings. The Quartet’s repertoire includes jazz standards, a healthy dose of Latin jazz, and original compositions by VornHagen. Together—Paul VornHagen on saxophones, flute and vocals with Randy Marsh on drums and Kurt Krahnke on acoustic bass, alongside pianist Tad Weed—the Quartet sets a high performance standard wherever they perform. A spicy blend of standards and originals including the music of Ellington, Porter, Gershwin, Van Heusen, Matt Dennis and many more Makes a Date at the State a night to remember! $15.00. (989)892-2660

Mar 31, 2007 -

• Larry McCray with special guest Three Penny Revue, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  The Bay City Blues Concert Series: Larry McCray with special guest Three Penny Revue at 8:00 pm. McCray cites the musical influence of the three blues Kings - B.B., Albert and Freddie - on his guitar playing, as well as Albert Collins, Elmore James and Magic Sam. Tickets $25.00. (989) 892-2660

Apr 14, 2007 -

• Jive at Five, State Theatre, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Since 1992, Jive at Five brought the infectious brand of swing dance and jazz music to happy dancers and concert goers across the state of Michigan and beyond. Considered Michigan's “Hot Daddy-os" on piano, organ, bass, guitar, fiddle, harmonica, trumpet, sax and vocals, Jive at Five is a must see show! A nostalgic musical trip back for audience members who remember when, and the opening of a new window for young people who experience jazz and swing for the first time. Jive at Five has a nice, laid-back style of swing that will keep you on the dance floor all night long. $15.00 at 7:30 pm. (989)892-2660

Apr 14, 2007 -

• Jive at Five, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Since 1992, Jive at Five brought the infectious brand of swing dance and jazz music to happy dancers and concert goers across the state of Michigan and beyond. Considered Michigan's “Hot Daddy-os" on piano, organ, bass, guitar, fiddle, harmonica, trumpet, sax and vocals, Jive at Five is a must see show! A nostalgic musical trip back for audience members who remember when, and the opening of a new window for young people who experience jazz and swing for the first time. Jive at Five has a nice, laid-back style of swing that will keep you on the dance floor all night long. $15.00 at 7:30 pm. (989) 892-2660

Apr 16, 2007 - Mar 31, 2008

• Made in Bay County, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  Celebrate 150 years of industry and agriculture. Made in Bay County explores the story of our community both past and present through the diversity of products contributed locally, nationally and internationally by Bay County business, industry and farms. (989) 893-5733

Apr 16, 2007 - Mar 31, 2008

• Made in Bay County, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  Celebrate 150 years of industry and agriculture. Made in Bay County explores the story of our community both past and present through the diversity of products contributed locally, nationally and internationally by Bay County business, industry and farms. (989) 893-5733

Apr 19, 2007 - May 16, 2007

• Teenworks, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Bay Area's 8 - 12th grade artwork that teacher submitted. Free admission. (989) 894-2323

Apr 21, 2007 -

• The Bay City Blues Concert Series: Ronnie Baker Brooks, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  The Bay City Blues Concert Series: Ronnie Baker Brooks with special guest May-Be-August at 8:00 pm. Brooks' twist involves enlivening blues-rock with deep soul and modern hip-hop vocals and funk rhythms. Working with Minneapolis producer Jellybean Johnson, a veteran collaborator of Prince and Janet Jackson, Brooks takes roots sounds and transforms them into something that spans the ages. Tickets $25.00. (989) 892-2660

Apr 26, 2007 - May 6, 2007

• Cats, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  Andrew Lloyd Webber’s adaptation of T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats” has become Broadway’s longest-running musical. The audience will be introduced to many delightful cats (jellicle cats, mischievous cats, old cats theater, magic and railway cats) and Old Deuteronomy, their leader of the Jellicle Ball. (989) 893-5555

Apr 26, 2007 - May 6, 2007

• Cats, Bay City Players, 1214 Columbus Ave in Bay City.
  Andrew Lloyd Webber’s adaptation of T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats” has become Broadway’s longest-running musical. The audience will be introduced to many delightful cats (jellicle cats, mischievous cats, old cats theater, magic and railway cats) and Old Deuteronomy, their leader of the Jellicle Ball. (989) 893-5555

Jun 2, 2007 -

• Patrick Yandall, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Patrick grew up in Bay City, Michigan where he began playing the guitar and trumpet at age 6. Sticking with the guitar, he began to play clubs at the ripe age of 14. He toured with a fusion jazz group "Clockwork" in the late 70's before returning to school to study music. After moving to San Diego in 1982 he has established himself as a session musician and live performer in L.A. and San Diego. He has performed with Carl Evans Jr. of Fattburger, J Michael Verta, Greg Vail, and a host of other top musicians and vocalists in the southern California region. His music can be heard on the radio, television, and the worldwide Muzak corporation. He has been nominated as one of San Diegos top jazz musicians. Patricks 1998 release, "A Lasting Embrace" has been heard internationally. One of the tracks off that release made it on to a 'best of' smooth jazz release in Europe entitled "The Soul of Smooth Jazz vol.2". Patricks music continues to grow and expand with this artists wide variety of musical styles and his undying love for the guitar. (989) 892-2660

Jun 2, 2007 -

• Paul Yandall, State Theatre, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Patrick grew up in Bay City, Michigan where he began playing the guitar and trumpet at age 6. Sticking with the guitar, he began to play clubs at the ripe age of 14. He toured with a fusion jazz group "Clockwork" in the late 70's before returning to school to study music. After moving to San Diego in 1982 he has established himself as a session musician and live performer in L.A. and San Diego. He has performed with Carl Evans Jr. of Fattburger, J Michael Verta, Greg Vail, and a host of other top musicians and vocalists in the southern California region. His music can be heard on the radio, television, and the worldwide Muzak corporation. He has been nominated as one of San Diegos top jazz musicians. Patricks 1998 release, "A Lasting Embrace" has been heard internationally. One of the tracks off that release made it on to a 'best of' smooth jazz release in Europe entitled "The Soul of Smooth Jazz vol.2". Patricks music continues to grow and expand with this artists wide variety of musical styles and his undying love for the guitar. (989)892-2660

Jun 8, 2007 - Jul 8, 2007

• John Douglas - Homeland Security, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Activist artist/photographer/filmmaker/animator John Douglas is at it again! Isolationism, vulnerability, cold steel, human flesh, and latent violence seethe in “Homeland Security” -- no, it isn’t a film or video, it’s the latest provocative series of photographs from the veteran Charlotte multi-media creator. (989) 894-2323

Jun 8, 2007 - Jul 8, 2007

• Mike Mosher - Digital Photographs, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Mike Mosher came to Saginaw Valley State University in 2000 from California's Silicon Valley, where he had designed application icons, screen graphics, animation and instructional interfaces for Apple Computer, IBM Almaden Research Center, Metatec, Adaptec, and Cisco Systems. He also painted or organized nearly two dozen community murals in San Francisco and the Bay area. Digital Photographs. (989) 894-2323

Jun 9, 2007 - Jun 10, 2007

• Riverside Art Festival, Wenonah Park in Bay City.
  Juried art show on the riverfront at Wenonah Park. With over 100 artists offer original paintings, drawings, sculpture, pottery, photography, blow & leaded glass and more. This family-friendly event has face painting, kids crafts and much more for the whole family! Free. (989) 684-8311

Jun 9, 2007 -

• Free Fishing Festival, Bay City State Recreation Area, 3582 State Park Dr., Bay City.
  Free Fishing Festival at Bay City State Recreation Area. Anyone can fish Michigan waters without a license. The day's activities include a kids' fishing demonstration, several how-to workshops, fishing arts and crafts and more! Designed to get your family hooked on fishing. FREE - State Park permit required 989-667-0717

Jun 9, 2007 - Jun 10, 2007

• Riverside Art Festival, On the riverfront at Wenonah Park in Bay City.
  Juried art show. With over 100 artists offer original paintings, drawings, sculpture, pottery, photography, blow & leaded glass and more. This family-friendly event has face painting, kids crafts and much more for the whole family! Free. (989) 684-8311

Jun 9, 2007 -

• Try Sailing Day, Wenonah Park in Bay City.
  The public is invited to come down to the Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Association dock at the foot of 5th St. (near the schooner Appledore) in downtown Bay City to see the Community Sailing Association's facilities and boats and to go for a ride on the Saginaw River. Information will be available about the sailing lessons that SBCSA will offer for both children and adults this summer. 989-922-7245

Jun 9, 2007 -

• Try Sailing Day, SBCSA dock at the foot of 5th St. (near the schooner Appledore) in Wenonah Park, downtown Bay City.
  The Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Assn. (SBCSA) is having their Annual Try Sailing Day on Sat., June 9, from 1-4 pm. The public is invited to come down to see the SBCSA's facilities and boats and to go for a ride on the Saginaw River. (989) 922-7245

Jun 14, 2007 - Jun 17, 2007

• Graff Bike Bash, Veterans Memorial Park in Bay City.
  The Graff Bike Bash brings thousands of motorcycle riders and fans to Bay City. Camping Charity Rides, National Musical Entertainment, Giant Beer Tent, Poker Runs, Food and Leather Vendors, Stunt Teams, Bike Builders, Bikini Contest, Bike Parade and much more. 989-684-8410

Jun 21, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007

• Saint Stanislaus Polish Festival, Bay City.
  Mid Michigan’s largest Polish Festival featuring live Polka Banks, rides games American and Polish foods and fun family orientated atmosphere. (989)893-1222

Jun 21, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007

• Saint Stanislaus Polish Festival, St. Stanislaus Field - Lincoln & 22nd in Bay City.
  Mid Michigan’s largest Polish Festival featuring live Polka Banks, rides games American and Polish foods and fun family orientated atmosphere. 989-892-0671

Jun 22, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007

• Labadie River Roar, Bay City.
  Join thousands of race fans for this world-class powerboat tunnel boat racing competition. The race is held over a one-mile course between the city's Veterans Memorial and Liberty Bridges and drivers consider the Bay City course one of the most difficult and potentially dangerous in their cross-country series. Live entertainment, food & refreshment vendors, VIP seating & more! (866) 287-7

Jun 22, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007

• Labadie River Roar, Saginaw River between Veterans and Liberty Bridges.
  Friday – Open to the public at no cost. Boats arrive and test on the Saginaw River, Downtown Bay City throughout the day. Saturday – Race time is approximate 9am – 5pm Sunday – Ceremonies at Noon 1-866-287-7627

Jun 28, 2007 -

• Gallagher, State Theatre - Bay City, 913 Washington Ave in Bay City.
  Comedy Legend Gallagher, tickets $25.00. Flash photography is allowed. (989) 892-2660

Jul 1, 2007 - Jul 3, 2007

• Fireworks Festival, Over the Saginaw River - Veteran's and Wenonah Parks in Bay City.
  Annual community three day celebration. Carnival, musical concerts and food. One of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest! Big show on the 3rd. 989-892-BANG

Jul 1, 2007 - Jul 3, 2007

• Bay City Fireworks Festival, Wenonah and Veteran's Park in Bay City.
  Annual three-day community celebration including carnival rides, a craft show, musical concerts, food and one of the largest fireworks displays in this part of the Midwest with fireworks being shot out over the Saginaw River from both Wenonah and Vets Park each evening of the festival! (989) 892-BANG

Jul 19, 2007 - Jul 21, 2007

• Rock 'N Wheels, Auburn Community Park.
  Rock n' Roll and classic cars. Live concerts, car show and cruise, and antique tractor pull. 989-686-7714

Jul 20, 2007 - Aug 24, 2007

• All Area Show, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  A juried exhibit of mixed media works by artists from around Michigan. Free admission. (989) 894-2323

Jul 21, 2007 - Jul 22, 2007

• City By The Water Powwow, Bay City.
  A celebration of our local Native American heritage featuring traditional dress and dances. Gates open at 10 am both days. Saturday will have two (2) Grand Entrances 1pm and 7pm and Sunday Grand Entrance will be at Noon. Children’s Cultural program to include arts and craft is available throughout the event. Cost is $2.00 open to the public. (989) 684-8311

Jul 21, 2007 - Jul 22, 2007

• City By The Water Powwow, Bay County Fairgrounds - 700 Livingston Ave - Bay City.
  A celebration of our local Native American heritage featuring traditional dress and dances. Gates open at 10 am both days. Saturday will have two (2) Grand Entrances 1pm and 7pm and Sunday Grand Entrance will be at Noon. Children’s Cultural program to include arts and craft is available throughout the event. Cost is $2.00 open to the public 989-684-8311

Jul 26, 2007 - Jul 29, 2007

• Munger Potato Festival, Munger Community Park - 50 E. Munger Road - Munger.
  A community festival complete with carnival, demolition derby, live entertainment, parade and food. Tons of free potatoes! Parade is Sunday at 1 pm and starts at Knight & Munger Roads and ends at the village. 989-659-3471

Aug 2, 2007 - Aug 5, 2007

• Pig Gig, Bay City.
  National rib competition, national nightly concerts, pig racing, circus shows, family activities, fun contest, children’s crafts, casino tent, family stage and much more. (989) 684-0452

Aug 2, 2007 - Aug 5, 2007

• Labadie Pig Gig, Veteran's Park in Bay City.
  National Rib Competition, National Nightly Concerts, Pig Racing, Circus Shows, Family Activities, Fun Contest, Children’s Crafts, Casino Tent, Family Stage and much more. 989-684-0452

Aug 4, 2007 - Aug 5, 2007

• Saginaw Bay Waterfowl Clinic, Saginaw Bay Visitor Center, 3582 State Park Dr., Bay City.
  Michigan State Championship Duck & Goose Calling Tournament, MDHA 2007 Waterfowl Stamp Competition, wildlife Arts & Craft Show, Duck Hunter & Outdoor Outfitter’s Expo, Waterfowl Calling Clinic, Waterfowl Carving Contest, Parent-Youth Cano Race, Live Animal Programs, Dog Retrieving Fun Trail, and a whole lot more. No Charge for Admission. Does require state park sticker. 989-667-0717

Aug 7, 2007 - Aug 11, 2007

• Bay County Fair and Youth Expo, Bay City Fairgrounds, 800 Livingston Avenue in Bay City.
  Come on out to the fairgrounds on August 7-11, 2007 for our annual County Fair. We will have lumberjack shows, chain-saw carvings, axe throwing, a world of animal show, exhibits, carnival rides and games. (989) 895-3744

Aug 10, 2007 - Aug 12, 2007

• Bay City Air Show, James Clements Airport, 614 South River Road in Bay City.
  performances,warbirds, Kid zone, Yankee air force and air plane rides for extra fee.Fee: No Charge for Friday (Demo and Media Day), Saturday and Sunday $12 AD, $8 3-12 and 2 and under free. Advance ticket: $10 AD, $6 for children 3-12. Gates open at 8am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airshow Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. (989)895-8991

Aug 10, 2007 - Aug 12, 2007

• Bay City Air Show, James Clements Airport, 614 South River Road in Bay City.
  An exciting Show in the Sky! 3-Day Air Festival presenting the best in aerobatic performances,warbirds, Kid zone, Yankee air force and air plane rides for extra fee.Fee: No Charge for Friday (Demo and Media Day), Saturday and Sunday $12 AD, $8 3-12 and 2 and under free. Advance ticket: $10 AD, $6 for children 3-12. Gates open at 8am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airshow Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. (989)895-8991

Aug 11, 2007 - Aug 11, 2007

• 2nd Annual Bangor Firefighters Car Show for MDA, Kmart parking lot,Euclid Avenue, Bay City, Michigan .
  This years show will include different classes with 1st & 2nd place awards. Best of show. Farthest distance award. Dash plaques to first 50 entries. Entertainment provided by Hearts-A-Fire. Food available and provided by Mussell Beach Drive-In. 9:00am-3:00pm with awards presented at 2:30pm. All day Prize giveaways to entrants. For Information or Pre-registration forms mail request to Bangor Car Show, 4697 Rose Ct., Bay City, MI 48706 or Phone Jon(989)450-4879 989-450-4879

Aug 25, 2007 -

• Fun in the Sun Day, Veteran’s Memorial Park in Bay City.
  FREE EVENT · First Responder vehicles….ALL ON SITE! · State Police Car, Sheriff Car, City Police Car · Fire Truck, Bay Med. Ambulance · U.S. Coast Guard Boat, Life Flight Helicopter · Moonwalk inflatables · Huge sandbox · Obstacle course · Water Balloon toss · Football Toss · Rosco the Clown · Child ID center · Monster Slip & Slide track · And much more!

Aug 25, 2007 - Aug 26, 2007

• Farm Days, Warmbier Farms - 5300 Garfield Road - Auburn.
  Bring the whole family and learn about farm life. The farming operation is quite a sight to see. Farm animals, tractors, combines mazes, wagon rides and more! 989-662-7002

Sep 15, 2007 -

• USA Figure 8 Championship, Merritt Township Park - 50 E. Munger Rd - Munger.
  Come see the top figure 8 drivers competing for $10,000 purse in this season finale! Tickets are $15 adults, $5 children 12 and under. 989-659-3471

Sep 15, 2007 - Oct 15, 2007

• Al Maciag and Katherine Matt, Studio 23, 901 North Water Street in Bay City.
  Acrylics from Al Maciag and Bronze Castings from Katherine Matt. (989) 894-2323

Sep 20, 2007 -

• Wine Walk in Bay City, Downtown Bay City.
  establishments in downtown Bay City where part of the allure is the social atmosphere as attendees stroll from place to place. Come and taste up to two varieties of wine at each establishment. (989) 893-3573

Sep 20, 2007 -

• Wine Walk in Bay City, Downtown Bay City.
  Downtown Bay City’s finest restaurants and pubs come together to offer an evening of fine wines, delicious food and good friends. A sampling of wine and hors d’oeurves served at each participating establishment. 989-893-3573

Sep 29, 2007 - Sep 30, 2007

• River of Time historical Reenactment, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  Canons, canoes, camps and historical characters fill the grounds of Veterans Memorial Park for this two-day adventure into the history of our country. A candlelight tour on Saturday evening, cooking by campfires and military drills are all a part of the historical event. Join us for music, marching and so much more! (989) 893-5733

Sep 29, 2007 - Sep 30, 2007

• River of Time Historical Reenactment, Veteran's Memorial Park in Bay City.
  Canons, canoes, camps and historical characters fill the grounds of Veterans Memorial Park for this two-day adventure into the history of our country. A candlelight tour on Saturday evening, cooking by campfires and military drills are all a part of the historical event. Join us for music, marching and so much more! 989-983-5733

Oct 4, 2007 - Oct 6, 2007

• Bay City's Arts in Autumn, Downtown Bay City.
  Downtown Bay City celebrates the arrival of the fall, by showcasing the arts during the Sixth Annual Arts in Autumn. This event highlights artwork created by local student artists. Art panels, sidewalk chalk and placemat art will be displayed thru the event. 989-893-3573

Oct 4, 2007 - Oct 6, 2007

• Bay City's Arts in Autumn, Downtown Bay City.
  Downtown Bay City celebrates the arrival of the fall, by showcasing the arts during the Sixth Annual Arts in Autumn. This event highlights artwork created by local student artists. Art panels, sidewalk chalk and placemat art will be displayed thru the event. (989) 893-35

Oct 14, 2007 -

• Tour of Homes, Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Avenue in Bay City.
  You need only a brief stretch of the imagination to travel back in time to the mid-1800s when Bay City's lumber barons and shipping magnates built stately mansions in Bay City's historic districts. The Tour of Homes allows admirers of wonderful architecture to take a sneak peak inside a few of these magnificent mansions. (989) 893-5733

Nov 3, 2007 - Nov 4, 2007

• Holiday Open House, Warmbier Farms, 5300 Garfield Road, Auburn.
  Enjoy the colors, scents and fun of Christmas as you step into our Holiday Wonderland. Many treasures await you on this great beginning og the season. Music, refreshments and drawings. 989-662-7002

Nov 18, 2007 - Dec 23, 2007

• Sundays in the City, Downtown Bay City.
  Downtown Bay City invites you to share in the holiday season with the annual holiday tradition of “Sundays in the City”. Enjoy free carriage rides, strolling carolers and musicians each Sunday. Enter to win the Sleigh of Gifts. 989-893-3573

May 17, 2008 -

• Run by the Bay, Bay City.
  Run by the Bay on Saturday, May 17 is a 5K, 10K walk/run along the shores of the Saginaw Bay and is followed by a one-mile children's Fun Run. (989) 684-3020