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March

March 1 - 31 2004 Gateway Lanes Doubles Bowling Tournament
 
200 Ferry Lane, St. Ignace, MI 49781  
 
March 1 - 31 2004 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear East Ice Arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times. 1-800-338-6660 
Little Bear East Ice Arena, Marquette St.  
 
March 13 2004 St. Ignace Snowmobile Poker Run
Participants collect playing cards from businesses along the snowmobile trails, prizes for the best poker hands, Cat & Dogs trail stop, and Mystery Hand prize. 
Registration at Driftwood Restaurant, 590 N. State St., from 8:30am to 11am  
 

April

April 1 - 30 2004 Gateway Lanes Doubles Bowling Tournament
 
Ferry Lane, St. Ignace, Mi 49781  
 
April 16 - 17 2004 H.O.M.E. and Garden Show
Sponsored by H.O.M.E. of Mackinac County. Friday - 5pm to 9pm. Saturday - 10am to 6pm. Everything you need for your home!! Admission $1.00.  
Little Bear East Ice Arena. Marquette Street.  
 
April 4/30 - 5/1 2004 "Pop Into Spring"
Stop into area businesses and pop a balloon to receive 10-50% discounts, prizes, or certificates. 
Retail District, St. Ignace  
 

May

May 1 - 11 2004 Gateway Lanes Doubles Bowling Tournament
 
Ferry Lane, St. Ignace, MI 49781  
 
May 28 - 30 2004 Antique and Collectible Show
St. Ignace Business Association - Featuring antique furniture, glassware, toys, and collectibles. Show Hours are Friday: 5pm-9pm, Saturday: 10am-7pm, and Sunday: 10am-4pm. 
Located at Little Bear East Ice Arena  
 

June

June 11 - 20 2004 Lilac Festival
Week long festivities commemorate these flowering shrubs. Daily events, hayrides, music and dancing, fireworks. Grand Parade on June 20.  
Mackinac Island, MI  
 
June 12 2004 8th Annual Kids Fishing Day
Bring the family down to the fishing pond for a great day of fishing! 
Castle Rock Fishing Ponds, Castle Rock Rd., St. Ignace  
 
June 18 - 19 2004 8th Annual "Antiques on the Bay" Car Show
Antique and Classic autos on display along the downtown waterfront 
Downtown St. Ignace  
http://www.auto-shows.com 
June 24 2004 Bayside Live! Rich Eddy's Rockin' Oldies Band
Grab your favorite guy or gal, dust off your blue suede shoes, and get ready to rock to vintage '50's and '60's tunes. 
First National Bank parking lot from 8:30 - 11:00 pm.  
http://www.auto-shows.com 
June 24 2004 29th Annual Auto Show - Down Memory Lane Parade
Cars, floats, bands, music & more!! Part of the Straits Area Auto Show Weekend 
Downtown St. Ignace  
http://www.auto-shows.com 
June 25 2004 Bayside Live! SoundWave Music
Come join an old fashion, small town celebration with local DJ, Neil Hill, providing music for the entire family! 
First National Bank of St. Ignace Parking Lot, from 7pm-10pm.  
 
June 26 2004 29th Annual "St. Ignace Car Show"
Antiques, hot rods and classics. Parade, cruising, automotive art & more! 
Vehicles on display along the downtown waterfront  
http://www.auto-shows.com 

July

July 1 2004 Bayside Live! Petoskey H.S. Steel Drum Band
Since 1977 a group of 25 highly-talented PHS students have been performing around the block, around the state, and around the country. With 30-40 concerts a year, when do they find time to study? Come join us for a special evening and be amazed at the wonderful sound of the steel drums! 
New Marina Dock, Arnold Dock #2, Downtown St. Ignace  
 
July 1 - 31 2004 Bayside Live!! Waterfront Entertainment Series
Every Thursday Evening Jazz bands, folksingers, storytellers, & comedians entertain and amuse the audience during free evening performances along the Lake Huron shoreline. 
Municipal Marina  
 
July 1 - 31 2004 Straits of Mackinac Vesper Cruise
Every Tuesday Evening ( 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm) - Enjoy spiritual music & peaceful meditation aboard an evening cruise through the Straits of Mackinac 
Departs Arnold Line Dock #1  
www.stignace.com 
July 3 2004 4th of July Street Dance Celebration
Rock'n Roll and Country music fill the downtown waterfront!  
Municipal Marina - Free admission  
 
July 4 2004 4th of July Celebration
Parade, community picnic, kid's games, fireworks!!! 
 
 
July 4 2004 4th of July Fireworks Cruise
View fireworks from St. Ignace and surrounding communities from a Straits of Mackinac cruise.  
Departs Arnold Line Dock #1  
 
July 8 2004 Bayside Live! Thistle Dew
This seasoned group will take you along on a great musical ride, so join them for a fun-filled, interactive program. They perform old-time fiddle and dance tunes, featuring hammered dulcimer, autoharp, mandolin and banjo. 
New Marina Dock, Dock # 2  
 
July 15 2004 Bayside Live! Tangerine Trousers
Transcending musical boundaries by combining elements of folk, blues, country, jazz, rock, gospel and African music, Tangerine Trousers describe their "eclectic and sublime" acoustic Americana sound as "FolkRockoustic". 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
www.tangerinetrousers.com 
July 17 - 18 2004 Port Huron to Mackinac Island Yacht Race--Bayview
Yacht Race 
Mackinac Island  
 
July 22 2004 Bayside Live! Wanda Degen & Kitty Donohoe
This multi-talented duo combine dulcimers, autoharp, guitar, harmonica, and vocal harmonies to present contemporary and traditional acoustic music. Engaging for all ages, their music comes from the heart. 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
 
July 24 2004 Red Hacker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Outdoor tourney along the downtown waterfront. Team and individual competitions for all ages and skill levels. 
New Municipal Marina  
 
July 24 - 26 2004 Chicago to Mackinac Island Yacht Race
Yacht Race 
Mackinac Island  
 
July 27 - 28 2004 Sidewalk Sale Days
Great selection & prices! 
Shop the historic downtown shopping district  
 
July 29 2004 Bayside Live! Dusty Fiddles
Dusty Fiddles is Angie Watt and Carrie Reitz, a folk duo sharing a love of "grand old music". Their harmonious ballads are accompanied by various instruments, emphasizing hammered dulcimer and guitar. 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
 

August

August 1 - 31 2004 Bayside Live! Waterfront Entertainment Series
Every Thursday Evening Jazz bands, folksingers, storytellers, and commedians entertain and amuse the audience during free evening performances along the Lake Huron shoreline. 
Municpal Marina  
 
August 1 - 31 2004 Straits of Mackinac Vesper Cruise
Every Tuesday Evening ( 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm) - Enjoy spiritual music & peaceful meditation aboard an evening cruise through the Straits of Mackinac 
Departs Arnold Line Dock #1  
www.stignace.com 
August 5 2004 Bayside Live! The William Wyatt Band
Michigan based William Wyatt Band presents their original Rock/Americana style reminiscent of Bob Dylan and Tom Petty. Call it what you like, they call it their own. 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
 
August 12 2004 Bayside Live! Missing Lynx
The Missing Lynx is no pussycat when it comes to entertaining crowds. Their shows feature an energetic and humorous blend of string band diversity and vocal harmony. This duo is equally at home with traditional tunes from American and the British Isles as it is with pop classics or songs about Michigan. 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
 
August 13 2004 Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show
Over 150 wooden boats on display at the Hessel Marina, artisans, entertainers, and Island cruises 
Les Cheneaux Islands  
 
August 14 - 15 2004 Straits of Mackinac Treasure Hunt
Dive for tokens and turn in for great prizes! Registration at 9:30 am, Hunt at 10:30 am, Picnic at noon, Prizes at 1:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00. 1-800-338-6660 
American Legion Memorial Park - Next to Star Line Railroad Dock  
www.stignace.com 
August 19 2004 Bayside Live! Chasin' Steel
Chasin' Steel is a high energy band with a driving bluegrass banjo lead mixed with hot guitar breaks and outstanding three-part harmony. They have acquired many local angler and bluegrass fans throughout the Upper Peninsula. 
New Marina Dock, Dock #2  
www.chasinsteel.com 
August 21 2004 St. Ignace Fitness Expo - 5K/10K Run & Walk
New Start/Finish location-Course runs through wooded nature area and Lake Michigan shoreline 
Race begins at the new "Bridge Park"  
 
August 21 2004 GWRRA - Chapter MI-G "Midnight Ride"
The world's largest Gold Wing Riders Association sanctioned event of its kind. It attracts over 2,500 motorcycles and is a major fundraiser for Juvenile Diabetes 
 
http://www.mi-gmidnightriders.org 
August 22 2004 St. Ignace Fitness Expo - Scenic Bike Tour
Sunrise ride one-way trip across the Mackinac Bridge, then 25-, 40-, & 50-mile scenic shoreline routes 
St. Ignace and surrounding area  
 
August 27 - 29 2004 St. Ignace Salmon Derby
Cash and prizes to fishermen weighing in the 30 heaviest salmon. Individual and boat division payoffs offer plenty of opportunity! 
St. Ignace Boat Launch and Moran Bay  
 

September

September 4 - 5 2004 Michinemackinong PowWow
A traditional Native American gathering. Call 906-643-1144 for more information.  
Held at the mouth of the Carp River - 12 miles north of St. Ignace  
 
September 4 - 5 2004 Arts & Crafts Dockside
Over 100 exhibits of original crafts on display at the new St. Ignace Marina, along the downtown waterfront 
 
 
September 6 2004 Labor Day-Mackinac Bridge Walk
Join the thousands who make the annual trek on the only day open to walkers 
 
 
September 9 2004 "The Jewel at Mackinac" Golf Tournament
The Jewel at Mackinac is a scramble golf tournament held on Mackinac Island. Foursomes will play 9 holes on the Grand Nine and 9 holes on the Woods Nine, the two courses that comprise Grand Hotel's Jewel. Proceeds from the event will support the new Mackinac Island Medical Center and the Moses Dialysis Unit. For more information call Shannon Doran at 1-906-643-0456. 
Mackinac Island Golf Courses  
http://www.mshosp.org/golf.html 
September 11 2004 Mackinac Island Road Race
This popular event attracts thousands of runner each year. Early morning ferries provide transportation to the Island for the race 
Mackinac Island  
 
September 18 - 19 2004 9th Annual Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show
Customized semis line the downtown waterfront. "Parade of Lights" across the Mackinac Bridge and through St. Ignace on Saturday evening. 
 
http://www.auto-shows.com 
September 18 - 19 2004 14th Annual "On the Waterfront" Show and Swap meet
All-make, all-model car & truck show / Swap Meet & Toy Show 
 
http://www.auto-shows.com 
September 25 2004 Culturama
Celebrating Our Creativity - Artisans from the area demonstrate with hands on activities. Musician, dance, food & storytelling enhance the awareness of our area. 
Little Bear East  
 

October

October 1 - 31 2004 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear east Ice Arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times, 1-800-338-6660. 
Little Bear East Ice Arena  
 
October 2 2004 Autumn Apple Days and the Great Pumpkin Roll
Downtown shopping specials, hayrides and activities 
 
 

November

November 1 - 30 2004 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear East Ice Arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times, 1-800-338-6660. 
Little Bear East Ice Arena  
 

December

December 1 - 31 2004 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear East Ice arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times, 1-800-338-6660. 
Little Bear East Ice Arena, Marquette St.  
 
December 4 2004 Holiday Open House
Christmas tree lighting, Santa parade, Santa land, Christmas caroling, and special holiday treats and discounts throughout the retail businesses 
Downtown St.Ignace  
 
December 14 2004 Christmas Tour of Homes
Sponsored by H.O.M.E. of Mackinac County. More information to follow. 
 
 

January

January 1 - 31 2005 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear East Ice Arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times. 1-800-338-6660 
Little Bear East Ice Arena, Marquette Street  
 
January 17 2005 St. Ignace Snowmobile Poker Run
Collect playing cards at stops along the trail - Prizes awarded to the best "poker hands" - New Registration Location - Cat'n Dogs Trail Stop - $100 Mystery Hand Prize - Entertainment following the prize awards. 
Registration at Driftwood Restaurant, 590 N. State St., from 8:30am to 11am.  
 

February

February 1 - 28 2005 Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey
St. Ignace is home to the Northern Michigan Blackbear Jr. A Hockey team. Games are played at Little Bear East Ice Arena from September through March. Call for game dates and times. 1-800-338-6660  
Little Bear East Ice Arena, Marquette Street  
 
February 7 2005 I-500 snowmobile race
 
Sault Ste Marie, MI  
 
February 14 2005 St. Ignace Snowmobile Poker Run
Participants collect playing cards from businesses along the snowmobile trails, prizes for the best poker hands, Cat & Dogs Trail Stop, and Mystery Hand prize. Registration is $10 which includes a Spaghetti Dinner afterwards at the VFW Hall on North State Street. 
Registration at Driftwood Restaurant, 590 N. State St., from 8:30am to 11am.  
 
February 21 - 22 2005 Kewadin Casino/St. Ignace Snow X Race
Participants compete on a closed, arena style course with plenty of jumps and turns to add to the excitement. This event has been cancelled on January 11 and rescheduled for February 22, 2003. 
Located at Kewadin Casino, St. Ignace  
 
February 28 2005 St. Ignace Ice Chip Golf Scramble
Come join us for a fun time playing 18 holes on frozen Moran Bay. More information to follow. 
Moran Bay, downtown St. Ignace