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A Perfect Piece of Pie

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NOVEMBER 2015VOLUME 12 | ISSUE 11

FEATURE

29 IT’S ALL ABOUT THE PIETake a page from Patty Pinner’s book—serve a homemade pastry and let new memories begin

BY PATI LaLONDE

22ALWAYS READY

The United States Coast Guard safeguards maritime interests in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond

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“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” – Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Special Olympics Oath

Upon moving back to the Great Lakes Bay Region, I had the distinct honor and privilege of serving as the chief development officer at Special Olympics Michigan. I had the opportunity to meet incredible athletes from across the state who demonstrated courage and determination through a wide array of competitions.

I’m guessing that you may not be aware that Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) has its state headquarters right here in the Great Lakes Bay Region.

In 1973, Central Michigan University hosted the State Summer Games, and a year later SOMI moved its state headquarters to campus. In 1975, the fourth International Special Olympics Summer Games took place at CMU with 3,200 athletes from 10 countries

taking part. Special Olympics founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver attended the event at CMU.

For over 40 years, SOMI has called CMU and Mount Pleasant home!

The mission of Special Olympics Michigan is to provide

year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. SOMI is a non-profit organization supported almost entirely through corporate funding and individual gifts. All SOMI programs and activities

are available at no cost to Michigan athletes or their

families.

There are currently 20,797 Special Olympians who compete in 22 sports. There are also in excess of 20,000 registered volunteers who give their time to support the mission of Special Olympics.

Other key programs include:

Healthy Athletes® Program For more than a decade, the Healthy Athletes® Program has offered free health screenings and information to athletes. In the process, the Special Olympics organization has become the largest public health service dedicated to people with intellectual disabilities in the world.

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Students across Michigan take part in Project UNIFY®, which uses sports and education programs to change school culture while nurturing respect, dignity, advocacy, and friendship between those

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Life13 THE HEAT IS ON Contemporary blacksmiths wield

flame, hammer, and welding skill in the evolution of metal-working

16 NUMBERS

18 FLORA & FAUNA Cecropia moths

20 NOVEMBER CALENDAR

A & E44 PEOPLE PICS Pictures of people partying, volunteering, and contributing to a good cause

45 SPONSORED EVENTS Local events sponsored by Great Lakes Bay magazine

45 EVENTS A comprehensive listing of regional events

Departments 5 TRAVEL

11 CONTRIBUTORS

11 EDITOR’S NOTE

52 THE BACK STORY

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35BRICK OVENS& BREAD RINGS

Taste35 BRICK OVENS AND BREAD RINGS Share a slice of homemade pizza and good

times at Midland’s Pizza Dude

37 DINING OUT GUIDE

Fabiano BrothersDistributed by:

is a freelance writer living in Bay

City. She enjoys gardening, cooking,

walking, and her four grandsons.

PATI LaLONDE

FROM THE EDITOR

Holiday dinner is all about the pie. Always has been. Always will be. And that’s good news for those of us who bake. It means we have the culinary last word in making a holiday meal memorable.

Pies and their more jumbled relation, cobblers, are downright nourishing desserts. Warm and cold. Fruity and nutty. Creamy

and crunchy. Just a slice—or a scoop—of plain goodness on a plate.

Virtuous pies and cobblers have a sweetness, tartness, and freshness that distinguish them from other desserts.

Best thing about them? They don’t pretend to be something they’re not. They’re honest. No pretentions in a pie plate. They are simple to make and aren’t too “busy,” which, if they were, would diminish their appeal in my mind. And the aroma that ribbons out from an oven baking a pie is the fragrance that makes a house a well-loved home.

Patty Pinner (“It’s All about the Pie,” page 29) knows how pies and cobblers make a home well loved. She learned that fact of life from her mother, grandmother, aunts, and great aunts. And she shared her delicious recipes—and sweet stories about her family’s generational pie-baking culture—in two national bestselling cookbooks. (Her third cookbook is to be released early next year by Agate Publishing Inc.) Patty, a former postal worker, continues to roll out tender dough and stir pots of simmering fruit into syrupy fillings from her Saginaw kitchen. She most kindly shared with us, genuine fans of hers, three of her favorite recipes: Mama’s Sweet Potato Pie, Miss Ruthie’s Old-fashioned Peach Cobbler, and Make You Slap Yo’ Mama Blueberry Pie.

Make your home especially well loved this holiday season. Bake up one of Patty’s pastries and add to—or start—family memories.

Mimi BellEditor in [email protected]

The Secret to a Well-loved Home? A Pie Baking in the Oven.

is a freelance writer, author, assistant

editor of The Lakeshore Guardian, and

owner of Stein Expressions.

JANIS STEIN

is a retired Saginaw News

reporter. He writes about local

government, politics, education,

neighborhood groups, and

non-profit social services.

MIKE THOMPSON

CONTRIBUTORS


“When selecting a career path, understand what your interests and motivations are and then research how these align to available careers in the market,” he says. “Aside from having consistent demand, the great thing about STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) careers is that they are constantly evolving. As new technology emerges, new STEM careers will follow, and experience with STEM is transferable to many different types of careers.”

And, he says, seeking out challenging opportunities early on is a key to future success.

“To help get a head start, I would recommend that students look for co-op or internship opportunities in high school and especially in college. The experience is extremely valuable and will position students well for early career opportunities,” he says. “To support personal growth and development, continuously look for opportunities to step outside of your comfort zone and take on new challenges.”

Learn about Dow Corning and Hemlock Semiconductor careers at dowcorning.com/careers.

Global Business Services (GBS) is an organization within Dow Corning that delivers business and technology solutions to support Dow Corning’s business strategy and corporate priorities. Nick Kitchen is a GBS Process Solutions Manager supporting the Sales, Marketing and Product Line Management functions. His role includes directing technology projects to solve business problems – including a current project that will enhance the way Dow Corning manages customer demand for the company’s products and improve the customer experience.

Kitchen, who leads a team of employees across the U.S. and Asia, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems with a minor in general business from Saginaw Valley State University. He says pairing the major and minor together helped him “understand how to apply technology in a business environment. The two together are a powerful combination.”

For young people considering their career options, Kitchen suggests engaging in a mix of self-reflection and market research.

As new technology

emerges, new STEM

careers will follow.

“”

Dow Corning Employee SpotlightNick Kitchen, Process Solutions Manager

Dow Corning, HSC and HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR are registered trademarks of Dow Corning Corporation. We help you invent the future is a trademark of Dow Corning Corporation. © 2015 Dow Corning Corporation. All rights reserved.

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LIFEWHO AND WHAT INSPIRES US

Profile 13 | Numbers 16 | Flora & Fauna 18 | Calendar 20

Contemporary blacksmiths wield flame, hammer, and welding skill in the evolution of metal-working

BY MIKE THOMPSON | PHOTOS BY DOUG JULIAN

The HeatIs On


“When selecting a career path, understand what your interests and motivations are and then research how these align to available careers in the market,” he says. “Aside from having consistent demand, the great thing about STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) careers is that they are constantly evolving. As new technology emerges, new STEM careers will follow, and experience with STEM is transferable to many different types of careers.”

And, he says, seeking out challenging opportunities early on is a key to future success.

“To help get a head start, I would recommend that students look for co-op or internship opportunities in high school and especially in college. The experience is extremely valuable and will position students well for early career opportunities,” he says. “To support personal growth and development, continuously look for opportunities to step outside of your comfort zone and take on new challenges.”

Learn about Dow Corning and Hemlock Semiconductor careers at dowcorning.com/careers.

Global Business Services (GBS) is an organization within Dow Corning that delivers business and technology solutions to support Dow Corning’s business strategy and corporate priorities. Nick Kitchen is a GBS Process Solutions Manager supporting the Sales, Marketing and Product Line Management functions. His role includes directing technology projects to solve business problems – including a current project that will enhance the way Dow Corning manages customer demand for the company’s products and improve the customer experience.

Kitchen, who leads a team of employees across the U.S. and Asia, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems with a minor in general business from Saginaw Valley State University. He says pairing the major and minor together helped him “understand how to apply technology in a business environment. The two together are a powerful combination.”

For young people considering their career options, Kitchen suggests engaging in a mix of self-reflection and market research.

As new technology

emerges, new STEM

careers will follow.

“”

Dow Corning Employee SpotlightNick Kitchen, Process Solutions Manager

Dow Corning, HSC and HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR are registered trademarks of Dow Corning Corporation. We help you invent the future is a trademark of Dow Corning Corporation. © 2015 Dow Corning Corporation. All rights reserved.

14311M-16 DC Nick Kitchen Advertorial.indd 1 10/1/15 8:04 AM

14 Great Lakes Bay | November 2015

Five years ago, Barney’s Welding and Fabricating replaced Barney’s Blacksmith Shop at a rustic 2,000-square-foot shed in Saginaw County’s Carrollton Township. But who needs a blacksmith? For that matter, who needs a welder?

Today’s owner of Barney’s Welding and Fabricating is Carrollton-born Ken Curnutt, and he explains just what a modern blacksmith can do with tools such as heat torches and the right welding know-how. He connects the history of Barney’s Blacksmith Shop to his ongoing business. He has maintained the name “Barney’s” in honor of the original 1920s startup proprietor, Barney Neumeyer, who purchased and converted Bethlehem Lutheran Church’s former late 19th-century, one-room schoolhouse into the blacksmith shop.

Curnutt’s enterprise specializes in attaching trailer hitches to automobiles—most often four-wheel drive pickup trucks and sports utility vehicles—but he also assists customers in salvaging a wide array of metallic household items, anything from collapsing iron

patio chairs to porch railings to broken-down lawnmower decks. Curnutt explains that he often spies objects on garbage-day curbsides, such as old lawnmowers and metal patio chairs. If only folks knew and understood that he could weld and repair those items, he says.

Curnutt notes that many purchasers of trailers fail to consider where they will go to repair their box u-hauls or their campers, for such parts as axels and bearings. Many patrons also decide after a few months or years of vehicle ownership that they suddenly desire a trailer hitch.

Then there are local sources in need of welding services. Curnett has performed work for Thomas Township, west of Carrollton, welding and fabricating steel frames in poinsettia flower shapes for Christmas decorations to adorn streets throughout the township. And when the Saginaw Fireworks Committee displayed a giant American flag on the Fourth of July, Barney’s Welding and Fabricating constructed the rod, known in the trade as the “header,” to support the heavier-than-we-may-imagine Stars & Stripes.

The welding trade takes a lot of skill and expertise. While attending Saginaw’s Arthur Hill High School, Curnutt split his prep academic schedule with half-day job training sessions at the formerly named Saginaw Career Opportunities Center (COC), now the Saginaw Career Complex. He chuckles when he recalls that he selected welding at COC because “all the other classes were full,” but he preferred working with his hands in a trade.

Curnutt emphasizes that there are good careers available in the trades—not only in welding, but in such areas as appliance repair, automotive repair, and construction. At a typical high school career day, he observes most parents raising their hands in favor of their children attending four-year colleges. That’s fine, he says, “but there are good-paying jobs in the trades.”

He envisions retiring one day with his wife, Jill, and handing down the business to his two sons, Corey and Sam Curnutt, who were taught the modern-day blacksmithing trade by their father.•

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Ken Curnutt works on a custom welding project at Barney’s Welding and Fabricating

Ken Curnutt (center), works alongside sons, Corey (left) and Sam (right), in the modern blacksmithing trade

LIFE / NUMBERS

24Bye-bye, family time? A report from

Adobe Systems states Thanksgiving is officially the best day to shop deals—even

over Black Friday—with average discounts of 24 percent.

But shoppers can still enjoy discounts without missing out

on family time by shopping on Small Business Saturday. Local shops like

Violets Blue (115 Fourth St, Bay City, 989-894-8502) offer annual Small Business Saturday savings.


11In 1954, the 83rd U.S.

Congress amended Armistice Day—

which was designated for the people of the United States to honor the end of World War I, officially November 11, 1918—

to Veterans Day. November 11 has since been recognized as a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

Looking for one way to honor living veterans? Spend time with them, possibly at Kantzler Memorial Arboretum at Veterans

Memorial Park (Bay City, www.baycitymi.org).

1Thanksgiving etiquette tips include inviting at least one non-family member to dinner to ensure all guests are on their best behavior, including pleasant background music, and skipping scented candles that compete with aromatic foods.

One last tip (a two-for-one): Purchase a Thanksgiving etiquette guide from Charlin’s Book Nook (925 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-2900), and snag early holiday gifts while you’re there!

743.8Winter squash, including acorn and butternut, are actually a warm weather crop but get their name because they can be stored through the winter. In 2011, the United States produced 743.8 million pounds of squash.

Try the fruit—yes, fruit—in butternut squash ravioli at Café Cremosi (108 N Linn St, Bay City, 989-316-9018).

96As the mornings get colder, who doesn’t love a hot cup of coffee? In fact, over 500 billion cups of coffee are drunk each year, over half of those at breakfast!

Sip pleasantly at Journey’s Coffee House (201 E Main St, Midland, 989-486-8585), or bring warmth to the office— the “Joe to Go” is 96 ounces of gourmet coffee for eight people.

683,418While men are away, women will play: November 15 officially marks opening day of firearms deer hunting in Michigan and unofficially marks “deer widows weekend.”

Locally, more than 82,000 “deer-ly departed” are expected to “hunt” down bargains in excess of $22 million between November 13 and 15 at the 683,418-square-foot Birch Run

Premium Outlets (12240 S Beyer Rd, Birch Run, 989-624-6226).

IBASCIndependent Business Association of Saginaw County

KEEP DOLLARS IN SAGINAW People You Know. Businesses You Trust.

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Dave KingBarn Door [email protected]

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“Depend on us for paint, floor coverings, and window treatments. Serving the area since 1966.”

“Custom moldings and millwork as well as specialty building products for homes & commercial projects.”

Larry SmithDelta Door1-800-54-DOORS

“The experience & resource of a large CPA firm accessible on a local level.”

“70 small businesses under one roof...a unique shopping experience.”

“Celebrating 75 years of service in the Great Lakes Bay Region”

Kim Pavlik Andrew Hooper Pavlik PLC989-497-5300www.ahpplc.com

“In our fifth decade of providing clean and healthy environments for work, play, worship, and learning.”

John MarkeyAbsolute! Building Maintenance989-752-2424www.abmservice.com

Abbe AdairApple Mountain989-781-6789www.applemountain.com

“Choose Apple Mountain as the venue for your next business or social event!”

Roselyn Argyle, RNA&D Home Health Care1-800-884-3335www.a-dhomecare.com

“Having an A&D Nurse is like having a nurse in your family.”

“Celebrating our 30th Anniversary!”

John Mahar and Mike WalderzakThe Antique Warehouse989-753-5719www.theaw.net

Great Lakes Bay Region tidbits, trivia, and conversation starters BY JEN WAINWRIGHT O’DEAY

IBASCIndependent Business Association of Saginaw County

KEEP DOLLARS IN SAGINAW People You Know. Businesses You Trust.

Visit ibasag.com

Dave KingBarn Door [email protected]

Gary FahndrichWest Side Decorating989-793-6182www.westsidedecoratingcenter.com

“Depend on us for paint, floor coverings, and window treatments. Serving the area since 1966.”

“Custom moldings and millwork as well as specialty building products for homes & commercial projects.”

Larry SmithDelta Door1-800-54-DOORS

“The experience & resource of a large CPA firm accessible on a local level.”

“70 small businesses under one roof...a unique shopping experience.”

“Celebrating 75 years of service in the Great Lakes Bay Region”

Kim Pavlik Andrew Hooper Pavlik PLC989-497-5300www.ahpplc.com

“In our fifth decade of providing clean and healthy environments for work, play, worship, and learning.”

John MarkeyAbsolute! Building Maintenance989-752-2424www.abmservice.com

Abbe AdairApple Mountain989-781-6789www.applemountain.com

“Choose Apple Mountain as the venue for your next business or social event!”

Roselyn Argyle, RNA&D Home Health Care1-800-884-3335www.a-dhomecare.com

“Having an A&D Nurse is like having a nurse in your family.”

“Celebrating our 30th Anniversary!”

John Mahar and Mike WalderzakThe Antique Warehouse989-753-5719www.theaw.net

Cecropia MothsJEANNE HENDERSON, INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST

400 S Badour Rd, Midland, 989-631-0830www.chippewanaturecenter.org

What insects can you possibly find outside in November? When most leaves have fallen, I suggest searching for cocoons!

Many small moths spin their cocoons underground, hidden from sight. However, members of the giant silk moth family—Saturniidae—attach cocoons to branches above the ground. Cecropia is the largest moth species, constructing a brown pod resembling a dead leaf cluster. Pointed at both ends, the five-inch-long cocoon feels like wrinkled paper.

LIFE / FLORA & FAUNA

Second instar caterpillars feed in groups on box elder leaves


The royal treatment. The Saturniidae family was named for the Roman god Saturn because these large colorful moths seemed to be the royalty among their mostly drab moth relatives. The cecropia moth, Hyalophora cecropia, is named for King Cecrops, the first king of Athens who was half human and half snake.

In and out of hiding. Cecropia moths live throughout North America, from Canada to Florida and from the Atlantic Coast toward the Rocky Mountains. Observing this common species can be difficult because they fly only at night, although like other insects attracted to lights, you may see them flying near a porch light. The caterpillars are also challenging to find (in spite of their colorful patterns) because they hide under leaves during the day and feed mostly at night.

Facing foes. Human threats faced by the giant silk moths come from pesticide applications, loss of habitat, and urban lights. Natural predators of cocoons include squirrels, mice, and shrews. Many birds prey on the caterpillars, feeding them to their nestlings. Parasitoid wasps lay their eggs on the caterpillars, which hatch and live inside them.

Protected in silk. If you see unusual bumps on twigs or thick spots between forked branches, you may have found a cocoon. Overwintering cocoons naturally adapt to normal moisture and cold temperatures. They survive even the most severe Michigan winters, wrapped in their silk encasements.

The cocoon remains intact from autumn until the following spring in a suspended growth state called diapause.

How did the cecropia get to this stage of its life? Longer daylight in May triggered the pupa inside the cocoon to change into an adult

insect. A valve at the top of the outer layer and a second valve on the denser inner layer allowed the crumbled adult to safely exit, usually mid-morning. The moth slowly inflated its six-inch wingspan, showing the brown, beige, and orange design with four crescent-shaped spots. Orange hairs cover the body. The nocturnal adults live for about two weeks and do not feed.

Focused only on breeding, moths find each other by smell rather than sight. A female emits her pheromone of microscopic airborne scent particles, luring males from up to a mile away. A male’s feather-like antennae pick up the scent. The female can be recognized by her less-bushy antennae and well-rounded abdomen.

Females lay two to six eggs in rows on both sides of leaves. Host trees include maple, box elder, cherry, apple, birch, or dogwood. Eggs hatch within 14 days.

Young caterpillars grow through five colorful larval stages called instars over 60 summer days. First instars are black and bristly. Second instars turn orange with rows of black spots and bristles. Third instars become bright green with red, yellow, and blue tubercles and rows of black dots. Fourth instars change to bluish-green and lose the dots. Fifth instars grow to four inches long, and their droppings (frass) come out in star-shaped cylinders rather than rounded balls!

After purging its gut, the caterpillar stops eating. It begins spinning white silk from the abdomen. Days later the cocoon’s fibers darken, hiding the metamorphosis from larva to pupa. The pupa rests for eight months—wrapped in a silk blanket.•

Discover the majesty of the cecropia moth


Colorful tubercles—fleshy knobs with bris-tles—make it difficult for predators to grasp the caterpillar’s body

Strands of silk hold leaves around this cocoon attached to a tree branch, giving camouflage protection

Blue oval spiracles on the sides of each segment allow for air exchange in the caterpillar’s body

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MSO: “Smooth as Glass”Pianist Natasha Paremski performs complex concertos at MCFTA.

Cozette Phillips ExhibitionEnjoy interpretations of natural forms at SVSU’s University Art Gallery. Through 11/13.

Hoyt Public Library 125th AnniversaryCelebrate and tour Saginaw’s historic library.

Old Time Gospel Night with Silverwood Bottom BoysHear good ole music at Saginaw’s White Crow Conservatory of Music.

Sundays in the CityCarriage rides, carolers, and more in downtown Bay City. Through 12/20.

Kripalu Yoga for Health & Well-BeingRelaxation for mind, body, and spirit at Creative 360 in Midland.

50th Annual Saginaw Valley Orchid Show and SalesFind lovely orchids and helpful growing tips at Kochville Veterans Hall.

ChristkindlmarktHoliday shopping abounds at Frankenmuth’s market. Through 12/6.

Tony n’ Tina’s WeddingParticipate in this comedy at Saginaw’s Temple Theatre. Through 11/21.

SAFE PerformanceLook at bullying, live, at SVSU’s Malcom Field Theatre.

Holidays in the Heart of the CitySanta, reindeer, fireworks, and more in Saginaw’s Old Town.

For more information on these and other events, see A & E, page 43, or visit www.greatlakesbaymag.com

Explore Eight Historic Homes

and visit theCHRISTMAS MARKET

December 5–6, 2015 i 4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Tickets $17 in advance, $20 on tour days. Available at Antique Warehouse/The Loft–Saginaw, Begick Nursery & Garden Center–Bay City, G.T. Homestead–Bay City,

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The United States Coast Guard safeguards maritime interests in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond

he United States Coast Guard celebrates 100 years in 2015, but its history dates back even further to 1790. That was the year when President George

Washington signed the Tariff Act, which authorized the construction of 10 vessels to enforce trade laws and enhance security. First-named Revenue Marine and, later, Revenue Cutter Service, this agency grew in size and scope and would pair well with the United States Life-Saving Service, formed in 1848, whose mission was to save shipwrecked mariners. In 1915, an act of Congress merged the Revenue Cutter Service and the United States Life-Saving Service to form the United States Coast Guard (USCG). In addition to these two agencies, today’s Coast Guard has also absorbed predecessor agencies including the Lighthouse Service, Bureau of Navigation, and Steamboat Inspection Service.

According to the USCG’s website: “The Coast Guard’s national defense responsibilities remain one of its most important functions. … In times of peace it operates as part of the Department of Homeland Security, serving as the nation’s front-line agency for enforcing the nation’s laws at sea, protecting the marine environment and the nation’s vast coastline and ports, and saving life. In times of war, or at the direction of the President, the Coast Guard serves as part of the Navy Department.”

While the USCG has made its presence known

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Petty Officer Second Class Evan Beavers patrols waters near the United States Coast Guard’s Station Harbor Beach


worldwide, the organization is also ever-present in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Station Tawas, Station Saginaw River, and Station Harbor Beach, among others, form U.S. Coast Guard Sector Detroit. These three stations share common missions: Search and Rescue, Maritime Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, Ice Rescue, Recreational Boating Safety, Military Readiness, and Environmental Response.

Petty Officer Second Class Peter Brown and Petty Officer Second Class Evan Beavers of Station Harbor Beach have been diligent in their preparedness to uphold

the Coast Guard’s motto of Semper Paratus, Always Ready. “Guardians,” as Coast Guard officers are now called, regularly practice unprompted drills to perform tasks that ensure their readiness.

Being ready is especially important because Lake Huron is filled with inherent dangers, especially as winter draws near.

“When winter starts to set in, the lake gets pretty rough—it’s not like the ocean. When you are trying to drive a boat in seas and swells, it’s not as predictable as the ocean is. As fall comes, right before we start to get the boats out of the water, we’re near our

parameters most of the time we go out—that’s 25-knot winds and 6-foot seas for our 25-foot boat,” explains Petty Officer Beavers.

The stations flanking the Saginaw Bay share assets of equipment and officers when a situation warrants. For instance, during Bay City’s Tall Ship Celebration, neighboring stations could bring some of their boats to offer a larger officer presence if required or to have more people on the scene to effect a rescue.

Likewise, if guardians were performing an ice rescue but needed additional resources, equipment from neighboring stations would be available.

Station Harbor Beach would “have the ability to coordinate with Coast Guard Sector Detroit and to contact the Selfridge Air Force Base to get a Coast Guard helicopter if that was the appropriate asset, or contact Saginaw to get an air boat, for example, if that was the appropriate resource,” explains Petty Officer Brown.

That coordination of assets is crucial because the Coast Guard stations within Sector Detroit average about 100 ice rescues per year.

“Part of the importance of having units relatively close together is they act as a safety net. If one of our assets goes

Petty Officer Second Class Peter Brown reviews plans with Petty Officers Third Class Jeffrey Neal and Tyler Colbert

Petty Officer Second Class Brown navigates Saginaw Bay


down for maintenance, other units can pick up the slack; it’s very important because in the event of a distress, somebody is there to respond,” adds Brown.

The Coast Guard routinely works with local law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to ensure the safety of those working and playing on the Saginaw Bay. Civilians, too, play an important role in assisting the Coast Guard.

“When we initially receive a call or report of an individual in distress, I will call Coast Guard Sector Detroit and request they do a broadcast, letting boaters in the area know what the problem is, and [ask that] if they happen to see someone in distress matching that description, to help them,” says Brown.

He adds, “One of the most important things to note in this district is not who goes out and picks up the individual in distress but that somebody will do it in the most timely manner.”

“If a search is going on, public boaters are all willing to lend a hand. I think the local population here has a great respect for the lake. They understand how fast things can change,” explains Beavers.

Summertime in the Great Lakes Bay Region can be a boater’s paradise, but the Saginaw Bay can also

be dangerous, especially for inexperienced boaters. The Coast Guard places a huge emphasis on recreational boating safety.

“What we’ve noticed, especially in the last two years, is as we have increased our amount of recreational boat boardings for vessel inspections, we also have seen a decrease in our search and rescue cases,” says Brown.

Coast Guard Station Harbor Beach alone may perform up to 200 random recreational vessel inspections per boating season.

“During boardings, one of our questions to find out the general knowledge of the boating population is if there’s been a completion of a boating safety course. Most of the time, the answer is ‘no.’ A 10-minute, online refresher course before they go out would help them,” says Beavers.

Coast Guard Station Harbor Beach is one of the smaller stations, with fewer than 20 guardians, but a small station has its advantages.

“I love the fact that the station is so small. What that’s created for this crew, specifically, is a group of highly trained, well-rounded individuals,” says Brown.

The Coast Guard has played a significant role in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the last century, and they will continue to be Always Ready. •

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In 2011, New York pilot Michael Trapp, 42, was flying his two-seat Cessna over Lake Huron en route to Wisconsin when he experienced mechanical problems. Trapp issued a mayday call before losing contact with aviation officials at 5 p.m.

Trapp was going down but had the wherewithal to open the driver’s side door before crashing. The impact caused the plane to flip over, and Trapp escaped the aircraft seconds before it sank. And so began Trapp’s 17-hour ordeal in the water without a life jacket—17 miles off the shore of Michigan’s Thumb.

Coast Guard Station Harbor Beach launched a search and rescue mission in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies. Civilian assets also aided the search.

Night came. Darkness descended.Throughout the night, Trapp intermittently treaded water

and attempted the long swim to shore. Crossing the shipping lane, a freighter almost ran him over. While he escaped injury, sadly the ship’s crew did not spot him. Undefeated, Trapp continued to swim for shore.

Meanwhile, search crews persisted looking for the proverbial needle in a haystack.

The following morning, Dean and Diane Petitpren were out in their fishing boat two miles off shore in 45 feet of water when Diane spotted something—or rather, someone—extraordinary. Trapp had taken his socks off and was waving them over his head in an attempt to heighten his visibility.

The Petitprens rescued Trapp from the water around 10:30 a.m., about 17 and a half hours after his plane crashed. The Coast Guard rushed to the scene to find Trapp hypothermic, fatigued, and struggling but in good spirits.

Trapp later stated he planned to drive back to New York.

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Take a page from Patty Pinner’s book—serve a homemade pastry and let new memories begin

pieBY PATI LaLONDE

Photo by Sheri Giblin, courtesy of Ten Speed Press November 2015 | Great Lakes Bay 29

3 large sweet potatoes1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter,

melted½ cup dark corn syrup1 ½ cups granulated sugar2 eggs, beaten½ cup buttermilk½ teaspoon ground nutmeg½ teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch of saltWhipped cream, for garnish

Wash the whole sweet potatoes; drain. Place in a large pot with cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat, and cook until the potatoes are tender, 30 to 40 minutes. (A fork should pierce the potatoes easily but they should not fall apart.) When the potatoes are done, drain and cool them.

Preheat the oven to 375°. Prepare the pastry for a 9-inch single-crust pie. Set it aside.

When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and mash them in the large bowl of an electric mixer. Add the melted butter, corn syrup, and sugar. Beat on medium speed. Discard the long, stringy fibers that collect around the electric beaters as you beat the filling. In the end, you want a smooth, string-free filling. Add the eggs one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Pour in the buttermilk. Add the nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until the filling is smooth. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Garnish with whipped cream.

Makes one 9-inch pie.

ince she was 7 or 8 years old, Patty Pinner has known how much family life is intertwined with food—especially during the

holidays. “My cousins and I remember pies from the past,” she says. “I think pies bring people together. All food does really. But there is something about a good, tender, flaky piecrust encasing a colorful, wonderful filling. I just love pies. I honestly do.”

When you get down to it, it’s not just the pies, but the memories that go along with them, from the first bite to the last.

While many cooks and bakers have notebooks full of recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation, this former Saginaw postal worker took it one step further, turning her memories and recipes into two best-selling cookbooks.

It all started when Pinner decided to make a present of family recipes for her Aunt Margie Moore. “I was thinking it was something big,” says the Saginaw resident, “putting down a collection of recipes from my mom, grandma, aunt, and great aunts. Something told me to publish it, and I sent it off.”

After sending it off, Pinner wasn’t sure she had done the right thing. “I was thinking, how stupid,” she says, laughing. “Who is going to be enthused about a book of country desserts? Lo and behold, an agent wrote to tell me they loved the cookbook and the stories.”

That first cookbook, Sweets: Soul Food Desserts and Memories, was an instant hit across the country, and Pinner was back at it, working on her next release. Sweety Pies: An Uncommon Collection of Womanish Observations with Pie was a success as well. Both are still available online for purchase.

Pinner is now at work on a brand-new cookbook filled with sweet recipes for breakfast and brunch. The tentative release day is early 2016 from Agate Publishing Inc.

In the meantime, here are three of her favorites.

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Mama’s Sweet Potato Pie

(photo on page 29)

Photo by Doug Julian


1 unbaked double pie crust8 cups peeled and sliced fresh

peaches2 cups granulated sugar¼ cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon ground nutmeg teaspoon ground allspice½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter,

melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat the oven to 475°.

Lightly butter an 8-inch square glass dish. Set it aside.

Prepare the pastry for a double-crust pie. Set it aside.

Combine the peaches, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a 4-quart Dutch oven. Allow the mixture to sit until the dry ingredients are dissolved and a syrup forms, about 15 minutes. Bring the peach mixture to a boil over medium heat. Decrease the heat to low and cook until the peaches are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and add the butter and vanilla extract.

Roll out half of the pie pastry, then cut it into an 8-inch square. Spoon half of the peach mixture into the prepared dish. Cover the mixture with the pastry square. Bake 12 to 14 minutes, or until lightly browned. Take the dish out of the oven and spoon the remaining peach mixture over the baked pastry. Roll out the remaining pastry, then cut it into strips about an inch wide. Arrange the strips in a loose lattice pattern over the peach mixture. Bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until browned. Remove from the oven. Serve warm.

Makes one 8-inch cobbler.

Mama’s Sweet Potato Pie

Miss Ruthie’s Old-Fashioned

Peach Cobbler

Photo by Sheri Giblin, courtesy of Ten Speed Press

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Reprinted from SWEET © 2003, 2006 by Patty Pinner. Food photography copyright © 2003, 2006 by Sheri Giblin. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC.

1 unbaked double pie crust4 cups fresh blueberries2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 ½ cups granulated sugar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest¼ cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Preheat the oven to 450°.

Prepare the pastry for a double-crust pie. Line the bottom and the sides of a 9-inch pie pan with the bottom crust. Set it aside.

Place the blueberries in a large bowl. Sprinkle them with the lemon juice. In another bowl, combine the sugar, lemon zest, flour, and cinnamon. Sprinkle the sugar mixture on the blueberries. Toss the berries gently, until the flour mixture has been evenly distributed. Pour the blueberry mixture into the crust. Dot with the butter. Place the second crust on top of the filling, trim and fold the edges of the top crust under the edges of the bottom crust, then flute the edges and cut slits in several places on top of crust. Or, if you prefer, cut the remaining pie crust into 10 ½-inch-wide strips and arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the pie filling. Bake for about 10 minutes. Decrease the heat to 350° and bake until the crust is light golden brown, about 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Note from Patty: Blueberries have such a gorgeous deep-blue color that I think it’s much nicer to display them under a pretty lattice top than to hide them under a dome of crust.

Makes one 9-inch pie. •

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W hen it comes to owning a restaurant specializing in pizza, Pizza Dude owner Luke Russell says, “It’s the best industry to be in. There is nothing life or death with pizza. It’s just about good times with friends and family. That’s why I love this business.”

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and recently opened their second location in the former Brick Oven restaurant in Midland.

“I had actually worked at the Pizza Dude in Pinconning when it opened back in 1994,” says Russell. “And when the owner unexpectedly passed away, I couldn’t stand to see all of our hard work disappear and all of the other employees out of a job, so I purchased it.”

Similarly, when family health issues made it impossible to keep the Brick Oven’s doors open, the Russells once again stepped in—happy to keep another establishment open and to have a location in their hometown.

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“Our mainstay is our traditional, hand-tossed round pizza,” says Russell. “But we also offer a square deep dish pizza, grinders, chicken wings, and more. Everything we make is prepared fresh to order with the highest quality ingredients, a difference that you can taste in the finished products.”

One of Pizza Dude’s claims to fame is the Bread Ring, a carryover from the restaurant’s days as the Brick Oven. It’s a ring of pizza dough that has been left to rise overnight and then coated in butter and Parmesan cheese as it bakes, resulting in a treat with an amazingly crusty outside and soft doughy inside that is perfect for dipping into the homemade pizza sauce.

“One of my favorite stories is when a family recently came in for the first time, and after eating, the father announced that this was ‘their new pizza place.’ That’s the highest praise we could hope for,” says Russell. “We love being a part of the community.”

Pizza Dude, 4328 N Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-486-9670, and 326 S Kaiser St, Pinconning, 989-879-3774, www.thepizzadude.net. Hours: Sunday – Thursday (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) and Friday – Saturday (11 a.m. – 11 p.m.). •

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AsianAsian Noodle: 200 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-316-2380. Filipino and Far East fare. Noodle soup, lumpia spring rolls, sautéed noodles, and pan-fried fish.

Basil Thai Bistro: 225 W Wackerly St, Midland, 989-486-9390. Curry, noodles, fried rice, stir-fry dishes, and fresh fruit tapioca drinks.

Blossoms Asian Bistro: 4124 Wilder Rd, Bay City, 989-778-1155. Asian fusion flavors, made-to-order dishes, and fresh ingredients. Malaysian fried noodles, sushi, coconut shrimp tacos, and hibachi meals.

Chan’s Garden: 215 Third St, Bay City, 989-892-8861. Variety of Asian and Chinese dishes. Weekly specials. Takeout available.

Chan’s Garden Restaurant: 1951 N Center Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-790-9188. Affordable Chinese fare. Favorites include orange chicken, Mongolian beef, rice noodles, and egg rolls. Takeout and delivery available.

Forbidden City Chinese Restaurant: 4024 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-792-0303. Authentic cuisine, including Forbidden City Chicken and moo shu pork. Family-sized dinners and takeout available.

Fuji Sushi: 1512 Joe Mann Blvd Midland, 989-839-6868. Noodles, rolls and sushi, sashimi, and hibachi entrées.

Fusion 1 Café: 813 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-891-0551. Fresh, contemporary international cuisine. Thursday night is Sushi Extravaganza. Demonstrations and cooking classes offered.

Genji Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar: Two locations: 2929 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-495-6000, and 3870 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-497-9900. Chefs prepare meals directly in front of patrons for tables of up to eight. Large selection of wines and imported beers.

Ghengis Khan Mongolian BBQ: 5010 Bay City Rd, Midland, 989-496-

2288. Buffet-style dining and create-your-own stir-fry using many types of meats, vegetables, and sauces. Full bar.

Golden Buffet: 979 S Saginaw Rd (in Eastlawn Food Court), Midland, 989-633-9888. Lunch and dinner buffets with meat and seafood dishes, soups, and desserts.

Hello Sushi: 2575 Tittabawassee Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-790-0022. Sushi, sashimi, rolls, traditional bento box meals, noodle dishes, and Japanese specialties. Daily specials and carryout.

Hokkaido Japanese Steak & Sushi: 1818 Lawndale Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-791-1688. Open for lunch and dinner. Hibachi, sushi and sashimi, noodles and fried rice, and bento options from the wok. Mochi and tempura ice cream, cheesecake, and banana desserts.

Hunan Restaurant: 3109 Bay Plaza Dr, Saginaw Township, 989-792-0303. Favorites include general chicken, Mongolian beef, and crabmeat with corn soup. Takeout available.

Jade Garden: 3211 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-793-6997. Made-to-order Chinese dishes, appetizers, and soups, including the popular egg drop.

The Mandarin House Chinese Restaurant: 3000 Center Ave, Essexville, 989-893-9499. Full menu of chicken, beef, pork, vegetarian, and seafood cuisine, soups, appetizers, and hot buffet.

Midori Sushi and Martini Lounge: 105 E Broadway, Mt Pleasant, 989-775-7723. High-end martinis, sushi, and Asian-fusion fare.

Panda House Chinese Restaurant: 1010 N Niagara St, Saginaw, 989-755-5394. Fine dining. Takeout available. Specialty entrées include string bean chicken. Live piano music Friday and Saturday evenings.

Pasong’s Cafe: 114 N Michigan Ave, Saginaw, 989-791-5008. Fresh, made-to-order authentic cuisine

without MSG. Famous Chinese chicken salad and a variety of chicken, beef, shrimp, and vegetarian entrées.

Pi’s Asian Express: 5015 Eastman Ave, Midland, 989-832-8000 Chinese, Korean, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese appetizers and entrées. Carryout.

Pi’s Chinese Restaurant: 1815 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-832-5848. Affordable authentic fare like the favorite Hunan sesame chicken. Daily lunch and dinner buffet.

Sushi ‘N’: 7395 Gratiot Rd, Thomas Township, 989-401-7557. Sushi, sashimi, cooked and vegetarian selections, and rolls, including the Golden California.

IndianKabob N Curry House: 4070 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-497-4400. Homemade Indian cuisine includes vegetable curry, samosa, paneer, and spicy favorites.

Shahi Indian Cuisine: 4624 State St, Saginaw Township, 989-401-8310. Fresh, authentic Indian cuisine. Lamb, chicken, and goat dishes.

ItalianB&C Pizza: Three locations: 476 N Tuscola Rd, Bay City, 989-892-1519; 4787 Fashion Square Mall, Saginaw Township, 989-791-2777; and 608 State St, Bay City, 989-686-4600. Chicago-style pizzas cut into squares.

Brooklyn Boyz Pizzeria & Italian Eatery: 612 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-894-5560. New York-style pizzeria. Lunch and dinner.

Café Cremosi: 108 N Linn St, Bay City, 989-316-9018. Italian cuisine at reasonable prices. Featuring pasta with Cremosi sauce, a white wine, lemon-butter crème sauce, pizza, and fresh ingredients. Full bar, outside deck, and live music.

G’s Pizzeria: 1005 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-891-9400, and 3823 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-401-4774.

Dine in, takeout, delivery, and catering. Soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and popular chicken fajita pizza.

Grampa Tony’s: Two locations: 1108 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-893-4795, and 4330 E Wilder Rd, Bay City, 989-684-7314. Family dining. Homemade pizza, steak sandwiches, and baked pasta specialties. Late-night dining, takeout, and spirits.

Isabella’s at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort: 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant, 989-775-5399. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts. Create your own pasta masterpiece.

MaMa Mia’s Pizzeria: 16535 Gratiot Rd, Hemlock, 989-642-6420. Pizzas topped with special four-cheese blend and baked in a brick oven.

Nino’s Family Restaurant: 1705 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-893-0691. Authentic Italian fare, including custom pastas, pizzas, and tiramisu. Strolling musicians on the weekend. Takeout, delivery, catering, and full bar.

Nino’s Neighbor: 1623 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-460-2792. Open during warm weather months. Healthy Italian cuisine; gluten-free and vegan options. Grilled margherita pizza, antipasto salad, garlic knots, tomato bisque, and pesto-topped salmon. Outdoor seating available.

Pizza Dude: 4328 N Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-486-9670. Italian eatery. Old-style, brick oven pizza, calzones, and bread rings stuffed with pasta or meatballs.

Pizza Sam’s: 102 W Main St, Midland, 989-631-1934. Soups, sandwiches, gyros, Coney Island hot dogs, specialty pizzas, nachos, and desserts. Takeout available.

Spencer’s Route 46: 5530 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-793-4500. Escargot, portobella mushrooms, calamari, seafood ravioli, poached salmon, and pan-fried walleye. Extensive wine list. Live jazz music.

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Villa D’Alessandro: 801 E Wackerly St, Midland, 989-631-3821. Fare prepared from family recipes. Extensive list of wines to pair with entrées. Authentic desserts. Outdoor dining in summer.

MediterraneanTaboon: 5212 Bay Rd, Kochville Township, 989-401-7745. Middle Eastern cuisine, including falafel, kebabs, and shawarma.

Yasmeen’s Mediterranean Foods: 3545 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-791-3082. Specialty store offers baklava, couscous, beans, spices, olives, olive oil, cheeses, and vegetarian foods. Tabouli, hummus, baba ghanoush, meat pies, and grape leaves available.

MexicanCarmona’s Cocina: 1406 N Henry St, Bay City, 989-684-7207. Authentic fare including deep-fried super tacos and wet burritos with homemade nacho chips with cheese.

Coco Loco Mexican Grill & Bar: Two locations: 3593 Center Ave, Essexville, 989-891-9917, and 4002 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-791-1111. Authentic lunch and dinner entrées and combinations. Fresh chips and salsa.

Cuatro Amigos: 310 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-686-8630. Original recipe combination dinners and lunch specials.

El Paso Grill: 4880 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-401-6599. Puffy tacos and shredded beef burrito with potatoes are favorites. Primarily takeout.

El Patron: 1900 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-633-9800. Authentic Mexican cuisine, including a buffet.

Entre Amigos: 2600 N Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-832-6348. Authentic choices include lunch specialties, combination dinners, fajitas, vegetarian combinations, steak, chicken, and desserts.

Fiesta Charra: 9143 Birch Run Rd, Birch Run, 989-244-6334. Huevos con chorizo, seafood “chimi,” burrito loco, tacos, and fried ice cream. Margaritas and beer.

Los Cabos: 7467 Gratiot Rd, Thomas Township, 989-781-2255. Mexican staples, along with a full

American and Mexican breakfast menu. Weekend breakfast buffet. Daily lunch buffet.

Los Cuatro Amigos: 4570 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-799-1700. Original recipe combination dinners and lunch specials.

Maria’s Mexican Restaurant: 6090 State St, Saginaw Township, 989-799-6300. Lunch and dinner. Quesadillas, tacos, enchiladas, tostadas, burritos, homemade tamales, chimichangas, and taco salad. Breakfast served.

Tex-Mex Grille: 4101 Wilder Rd (in the Bay City Mall Food Court), Bay City, 989-686-8396. Homemade “Tex-Mex” food, enchiladas, tacos, tostadas, burritos, rice, beans, and tamales. Catering available.

Breakfast & Lunch

Mornin’ at Maggie’s Omelette Shoppe: 819 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-892-3142. Breakfast and lunch creations, including frittatas, French toast, waffles, egg-white omelets, homemade soups, sandwiches, and vegetarian specials.

Rudy’s Red Lion Diner: 201 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-893-2266. Omelets, burgers, comfort food, and milkshakes.

Stacker Grill: 4312 N Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-631-8646. Breakfast and lunch fare, including pancakes, omelets, salads, and steak sandwiches.

Coffee HousesBancroft Coffee & Tea Café: 101 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, 989-776-0011. Coffee and tea house with a historical 1920s ambiance. Bancroft Blend coffee, espresso, steamers, and chai. Breakfast and lunch.

Brewtopia: 810 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-893-0872. Fresh coffees, teas, lattes, cappuccinos, frappes, smoothies, muffins, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. Light lunch menu. Wi-Fi. Entertainment Thursday through Saturday.

Coffee Chaos: 6201 Jefferson Ave, Midland, 989-835-6401. Hot, chilled over ice, and frozen coffee drinks. Freshly baked, preservative-free muffins and cookies. Drive-up, Wi-Fi, and TVs.

Common Grind: 2903 Pierce Rd, Ste 110, Kochville Township.

Specialty coffee shop with organic espresso beans roasted fresh daily. Bagel sandwiches, fresh-squeezed juice, and smoothies.

Dawn of a New Day Coffeehouse & Café: 210 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, 989-284-3549. Fair trade organic coffee, specialty drinks, soups, and sandwiches. Music Friday nights. Wi-Fi.

Espresso Express Coffee House: 916 N Water St, Bay City, 989-893-8898. Seattle-style brewed espresso beverages at their finest. Hot and cool drinks.

Espresso Milano: 137 Ashman St, Midland, 989-832-3222. Coffees, smoothies, espresso, tea, muffins, cookies, scones, and peanut butter bars. Locals love the mudslide, a frozen coffee milkshake. Wi-Fi.

The Fix: 5 E Main St, Bay City, 989-439-1250. Specializing in craft coffee and vegan options. Doughnuts, pastries, and organic fair trade coffee and tea sourced independently out of Chicago.

Frankenmuth Kaffee Haus: 500 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-5252. Gourmet coffee, teas, espresso treats, pastries, sandwiches, and wraps. Flavor-of-the-month coffee.

Grounds for a Better World: 4951 Eastman Rd, Midland, 989-839-1024, and 2020 Dow Center (Dow employees only), 1116 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-633-3300. Espresso-based and gourmet-brewed coffees, teas, frappes, smoothies, chocolates, and homemade baked goods.

Harless & Hugh Coffee: 1003 Washington Ave, Bay City, 989-327-4007. Specialty coffees made to order, tea made using authentic tea-steeping methods, and mochas.

The Harvest Coffeehouse & Beanery: 626 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-2203. Fresh-roasted flavored blends and origin coffees, specialty drinks, cakes, pies, and cheesecake. Books, live music, local art, and Wi-Fi.

Journeys Coffee House: Two locations: 201 E Main St, Midland, 989-486-8585, and 1550 S Poseyville Rd (Messiah Lutheran Church), Midland, 989-835-7143. Coffee, smoothies, baked goods, and gelato.

Kaya Coffee House: 1029 S University Ave, Mt Pleasant, 989-772-9016. Fair trade, organic coffee, tea, and espresso drinks, and freshly

made sandwiches, salads, soups, and Thai-style red curry.

Morning Emporium Coffee House: 2125 N Center, Saginaw Township, 989-790-5888. More than 40 Torani flavors, espresso, cappuccino, latte, hot/cold chai tea, and smoothies. Bulk coffees for purchase.

The Mug@Wirt: 500 Center Ave (Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library), Bay City, 989-460-3596. Flavored coffees and teas, homemade treats, and lunch menu.

Red Eye Caffé: 205 N Hamilton St, Saginaw, 989-793-1411. Freshly brewed coffees, white chocolate mochas, cookies, and muffins. Live-music entertainment, local poetry, and artwork.

Casual DiningAmerican Kitchen Restaurant: 207 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-402-1366. Meatloaf, chicken and dumplings, and gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Burgers, brunch, and bloody mary bar.

Anschutz Café: 212 E Saginaw St, Breckenridge, 989-842-9924. Pancakes, prime rib, wet burritos, nachos, and grilled beef medallions (weekend special).

Atrium: 1100 Water St, Bay City, 989-891-1600. Extensive beer and wine list, provided by the adjacent Stein Haus, emphasizes European brews. Full menu includes German specialties like schnitzels and rouladen.

Bare Bones BarBQ & Pizza: 807 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-892-6830. Charcoal-grilled barbecue. Lunch, dinner, and family meals. Takeout, delivery, and catering available.

Bavarian Inn: 713 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 800-228-2742. The No. 1 choice of most visitors remains the all-you-can-eat chicken dinners. German specialties and other entrées available.

Bergers Family Restaurant: 6387 Westside Saginaw Rd, Bay City, 989-686-0224. Family owned since 1928. Serves specialty of fresh seafood, hot German potato salad, burgers, and fruit and cream pies.

Big Drew’s Family Grill: 265 W Saginaw St, Hemlock, 989-301-0255. Mexican meals, pizza, burgers, wings, steak sandwiches, Coney dogs, and breakfast served anytime.

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Big John Steak & Onion: 3300 Holland Ave, Saginaw, 989-754-5012. Serving the original 100 percent rib-eye steak sandwich since 1972. Subs, salads, and Big John “Red Sauce.”

The Bringer Inn: 516 W Genesee Ave, Saginaw, 989-753-1462. Homemade breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Daily specials include barbecue chicken and freshly roasted turkey dinners. Create your own omelets.

Café American Restaurant/Coffee Bar: 1525 Washington St, Midland, 989-633-9665. (A second location inside the Midland Mall Food Court.) Gourmet salads, burgers, soups, and sandwiches.

Café Zinc: 111 W Main St, Midland (inside The H Hotel), 989-839-0500. French bistro offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. European-style breads and tartlets, tortes, and dessert specialties. Terrace dining in summer.

Camille’s on the River: 506 W Broadway St, Mt Pleasant, 989-773-0259. Comfort food classics with an upscale twist that use regional and seasonal flavors. Martini lounge.

Castaways: 3940 Boy Scout Rd, Bay City, 989-686-3558. Dock your boat on the Kawkawlin River and enjoy food and spirits inside or dockside. Lunch and dinner.

Court Street Grill: 100 S Michigan Ave, Saginaw, 989-401-4004. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Crêpes et Amis (Crêpes and Friends): 130 Townsend St, Midland, 989-486-3120. Urban café, locally roasted coffee, savory and sweet crêpes: Good Morning Paris (ham and brown sugar); Strawberry Cheesecrêpe.

daVinci’s Restaurant: 524 N Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-2629. Italian and American fare. Daily specials. Strombolis, pasta dishes, Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, salads, and sandwiches.

The Dogg Houze: 2903 Pierce Rd, Kochville Township, 989-401-7477. Coney dogs, subs, wraps, and stuffed pitas called Hanis. Specials include the Saginaw Coney with marinara and meat, and the Flintstone Coney with nacho meat, mustard, and onion.

Duece’s Char House: 432 Tuscola Rd, Bay City, 989-893-5881. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Salad bar with famous cheese spread and liver pâté.

Garden Restaurant in the Midland Resort and Convention Center: 1500 W Wackerly St, Midland, 989-698-0662. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Sunday brunch.

Gimmicks Grill & Bar: 5021 Bay City Rd, Midland, 989-496-3940. Classic American cuisine. Full bar, extensive beer selection, wine, and martinis. Enjoy a game of bowling or miniature golf.

Heather’s: 205 3rd St, Bay City, 989-402-1116. Vegan, vegetarian, and meat-based dishes for breakfast and lunch.

Huron Fish Co: 505 Gratiot Ave, Saginaw, 989-792-2224. Fish and seafood takeout dinners, including famous whitefish.

Jack’s Deli & Stretch’s Curve: 618 S Henry, Bay City, 989-893-6931. Home of the health nut salad with raspberry yogurt dressing. Soups, sandwiches, and burgers.

J.J. Jamokes: 1354 Mertz Rd, Caro, 989-673-3333. House specials include prime rib, stuffed sole, and famous deep-fried pickles. Dine viewing gardens and a waterfall frequented by local wildlife.

Kathleen’s: 4519 N River Rd (at Apple Mountain), Freeland, 989-781-6789. Salads, sandwiches, and house favorites like Cajun chicken, penne, and fish and chips.

Krzysiak’s House Restaurant: 1605 Michigan Ave, Bay City, 989-894-5531. Authentic Polish food in a fun, ethnic atmosphere. Lunch and dinner buffets. Takeout menu.

La Crêpe du Jour: 925 S Main St (inside The River Place), Frankenmuth, 989-652-2925. Twenty-five varieties of fresh sweet and savory crepes.

Legends Diner: 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant, 888-732-4537. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Burgers, dogs, sandwiches, malts, floats, and banana splits.

Levi’s Food and Spirits: 5800 Brockway, Saginaw Township, 989-793-6670. Grandma Rita’s chili, Reuben sandwiches, and fish dinners. Breakfast served all day.

Linwood Corner Restaurant: 44 N Huron Rd, Linwood, 989-697-5141. Daily specials include prime rib, cod, and chicken livers.

Little Bambinos: 120 W Saginaw St, Merrill, 989-643-5414. Home-

cooked American and Italian fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Lumber Barons: 804 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-891-0100. Pub plates, salads, pizza, and light plates. Dinner features fish and chips, filet mignon, New York strip, sirloin, and pretzel-crusted pork tenderloin. Children’s menu.

The Malt Shop: 228 W Broad St, Chesaning, 989-845-6696. Broasted chicken dinners, Coney dogs, burgers, malts, and ice cream.

The Maple Grille: 13105 Gratiot Rd, Hemlock, 989-233-2895. Farm-to-table restaurant serves produce, meats, and fish from local sources.

The Mean Rooster Diner: 1411 S Wenona St (in Meats & Mooore), Bay City, 989-893-5413. Homemade soups, sandwiches, pasta, gourmet pizzas, burgers, and hot dogs.

Memory Lane Café: 1122 Tittabawassee Rd (inside Antique Warehouse), Kochville Township, 989-755-4343. Sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts.

Mountain Town Station: 506 W Broadway St, Mt Pleasant, 866-381-5022. Steakhouse, brewery, and wine shop. Fine micro-brews and a selection of over 300 wines. Wi-Fi.

Mussel Beach: 3540 State Park Dr, Bay City, 989-686-0575. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including original stuffed burgers. Ice cream and desserts. Takeout available.

Nbakade Family Restaurant: 5665 E Pickard Rd (inside Soaring Eagle Waterpark & Hotel), 989-817-4806. Quiche, salads, sandwiches, burgers, mahi mahi, and New York strip.

Nikki’s: 104 W Johnson St, Zilwaukee, 989-754-3737. Specializes in barbecued pulled pork and deli sandwiches.

Old Town Drive-In: 807 S Granger (at Gratiot), Saginaw, 989-799-4162. Burgers, Coney dogs, fries, shakes, and root beer. Eat in your car or on ’50s-style diner stools. Takeout and catering.

Oscar & Joey’s Road House: 12027 Dixie Hwy, Birch Run, 989-624-9349. Prime rib, char-grilled rib-eyes, burgers, and pan-seared walleye New Orleans. Wild game available upon request. Lunch specials.

Perry’s Schuch Hotel & Restaurant: 301 N Hamilton St, Saginaw, 989-799-2539. Veal tortellini,

prime rib, and all-you-can-eat fish on Fridays.

The Pit at BARTS: 804 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-891-0100. Open pit Southern-style barbecue.

Quarry Grill at Bucks Run: 1559 S Chippewa Rd, Mt Pleasant, 989-779-9973. Champagne chicken, steak, gourmet burgers, and crowd favorite, venison chili. All-you-can-eat lake perch (Thursdays).

Riverside Family Restaurant: 8295 Midland Rd, Freeland, 989-695-5563. Homemade entrées, sandwiches, soups, desserts, and award-winning pies, including coconut cream.

Shirlene’s Cuisine: 1716 Wackerly St, Midland, 989-631-8750. Fifty-plus item soup and salad bar includes peas & peanuts, creamy cucumber salad, Waldorf salad, Mandarin salad, homemade chutney, and daily soups.

Showboat Restaurant: 242 W Broad St, Chesaning, 989-845-2830. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Soups, sandwiches, fresh lake perch, liver and onions, signature prime rib, and orange ginger chicken. Full bar.

Siniikaung Steak & Chop House: 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant, 989-775-5106. Aged prime beef, chops, and seafood entrées.

Slo’ Bones BBQ Smokehaus: 175 E Jefferson St, Frankenmuth, 989-262-8681. Ribs, wings, and slider sandwiches. Southern flavors with local touches. Live bands on weekends.

State Street: 715 E Main St, Midland, 989-837-6174. Coffee bar and restaurant with sophisticated comfort food, craft beer, and wine. Free Wi-Fi.

Stock Pot Diner and Catering: 1007 Washington Ave, Bay City, 989-893-9332. Breakfast menu, Greek fare, and turkey jerky sandwich.

SugarHigh Café: 525 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-502-5009. Bubble teas, paninis, grilled cheese, Kern’s brats, hot dogs, ice cream, sorbet, and SugarHigh Bakery gourmet cupcakes.

Sullivan’s Black Forest Brew Haus & Grill: 281 Heinlein, Frankenmuth, 800-890-6877. Fish and chips, steaks, seafood, burgers, and deep-dish pizza. One dozen handcrafted beers. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings.


Sure Shot BBQ: 1135 S Mission St, Mt Pleasant, 989-400-4488. Pulled-pork nachos and “gut buster” sandwich.

T. Dubs: 565 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-3809, Upscale pizzas use infused dough and hand-cut vegetables. Specialty sandwiches. Unusual combinations make up 11 variations of omelets.

Tony’s Restaurant: 1029 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw, 989-792-1113; 112 S Saginaw, St Charles, 989-865-6950; 2612 State St, Saginaw, 989-793-1801; 2525 E Genesee, Saginaw, 989-753-4321; 7340 Gratiot Rd, Shields, 989-781-2111; 2111 S Saginaw, Midland, 989-839-8560; 234 N Center Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-793-1631; 4880 Fashion Square Blvd, Saginaw Township, 989-249-8669. Steak sandwiches loaded with your favorite toppings and boat-sized banana splits.

Tony’s Take-Out: 2331 S Michigan, Saginaw, 989-793-6250. Chicken strip baskets, pizza, steak sandwiches, catfish, smelt, perch, and cod fish dinners, and soups to go.

Turkey Roost: 2273 S Huron Rd, Kawkawlin, 989-684-5200. Homemade “Thanksgiving every day” since 1955, complete with stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy. Breakfast options, lunch and dinner turkey plates, hot turkey sandwiches, pie by the slice, and other desserts.

Uptown Grille: 3 E Main St, Bay City, 989-439-1557. Upscale bistro serving breakfast and lunch. Sweet potato pancakes, banana bread French toast, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and soups.

Wise Guys: 405 E Main St, Midland, 989-486-9588. Soups, sandwiches, burgers, fish tacos, and gluten-free fare.

Z-Chef’s Café: 730 S Main St (inside Zehnder’s Restaurant), Frankenmuth, 800-863-7999. Gourmet pastas, rotisserie chicken, meat-carving station, hand-tossed pizzas, and salads.

Zef’s Coney Island: 201 Third St, Bay City, 989-402-1220. Specializing in authentic Coney Island-style hot dogs. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.

Zehnder’s: 730 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 800-863-7999. Worldwide attraction, 10-dining room German restaurant serves famous all-you-can-eat family-style chicken dinners, along with seafood, steaks, baked goods, and European desserts.

DeliArtigiano: 815 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-391-4200. Locally owned artisan cheese shop. Small-batch, handmade, and imported cheeses. Gourmet jellies, dried fruits, and cured meats.

Amazing Deli: 134 E Main St, Midland, Midland, 989-837-7278. Sandwiches, subs, salads, and soups await you at a place true to its name. Carryout and delivery available.

The Bagel Café and Deli: 7395 Gratiot Rd, Thomas Township, 989-401-1108. Bagels, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, salads, and lunch classics.

Brown Bag Surpize: 124 Ashman St, Midland, 989-751-0235. Monday only, brown bag lunch delivery. Locally sourced, market-fresh ingredients and alternative takes on classic flavors: “Sour Monkey PB&J” sandwich, “Stop! Cherry Thyme” pork.

Cortland Cooler Café: 5395 Midland Rd (located at Bayne’s Apple Valley Farm), Freeland, 989-695-9139. Wraps, sandwiches, chili in a bread bowl, and signature cider slushes. August through January.

Crossroads Deli: 2205 Jefferson Ave (inside the Midland Community Center), Midland, 989-832-8580. Homemade gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads, smoothies, and desserts. Delivery, carry out, curb-side pick-up, and catering.

Fralia’s: 422 Hancock St, Saginaw, 989-799-0111. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods using all-natural ingredients. Specialties include gourmet flank steak sandwich, grilled goat cheese salad, and carrot cake. Local delivery.

Intermission Deli: 111 3rd St, Bay City, 989-893-5010. Sandwiches and subs. Freshly made, homemade soups available daily and may be served in a warm bread bowl.

Light House Bakery & Deli: 285 S Outer Dr, Saginaw, 989-754-7088. Lunch specials. One soup and sandwich offered daily. Cakes, pies, cookies, and doughnuts.

Pannini’s Deli: 3585 Bay Rd, 989-799-6038, Saginaw (located inside Discount Health Foods). Sandwiches, smoothies, and baked goods. Gluten-free foods and soy milk always available.

Souper Café: Two locations: 4093 N Euclid, Bay City, 989-671-1900; 5789 State St, Saginaw Township, 989-791-6600. Chicken noodle, broccoli cheddar, chili, and potato and bacon chowder soups. Salads and sandwiches.

Third Street Deli and Coffee House: 305 S Mable (M-13), Pinconning, 989-879-1236. Gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, coffees, and hot and cold specialty beverages. Wine and beer available.

Wanigan Eatery: 1905 S Wenona St, Bay City, 989-892-8303. Housed in a historic Bay City building and decorated with lumbering artifacts and photos. Sandwiches, salads, homemade soups, and sweet treats.

Water Front Market: 925 N Water St, Bay City, 989-891-1330. Sandwiches made from fresh-baked artisan breads and with prime Dietz & Watson deli meats. Soups and Coney dogs. River view.

Desserts

Crème de la Crème Cupcakes: 201 ½ E Broadway St, Mt Pleasant, 989-444-2928. Flavors of the day change daily.

Cops and Doughnuts ClareCity Bakery: 421 McEwan St, Clare, 989-386-2241. Old police department-themed bakery. Cakeand glazed doughnuts, long johns, and specialties like the Bacon Squealer and Felony Fritter.

The Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe: 915 Washington Ave, Bay City, 989-402-1700; 1908 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-631-4103; 4370 Bay Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-401-4012. Cupcakes made with natural ingredients; more than 15 flavors daily.

Kaleidoscope Kandy: 801 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-992-5596. Candy store and bakery. Flutter-Nutter cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels, and rock candy.

KenRee Lighthouse Chocolate Shoppe: 130 Townsend St, Midland, 989-631-4010. Hand-dipped gourmet chocolates include creams, barks, clusters, specialty candies, and luscious truffles.

Mary’s Creative Cakery: 7494 Gratiot Rd, Shields, 989-781-7747. Design the perfect cake for your occasion. Decorated cookies and a full line of cake and candy-making supplies.

Pâtisserie: 2715 Bay Rd, Saginaw, 989-921-2253. European-style

desserts, fresh-baked breakfast pastries, 18 specialty cakes, nine varieties of cheesecake, custom-baked celebration cakes, gourmet coffee, dips, and spreads.

Petit 4 Pastry: 1600 Woodside Ave, Essexville, 989-891-0735. Cookies, doughnuts, breads, tortes, tarts, and cheesecakes. Special order cakes and catering available.

SugarHigh Bakery: 925 S Main St, Ste G1, Frankenmuth, 989-652-2400. Forty flavors of gourmet cupcakes, Italian gelato, cookies, cake pops, and specialty cakes.

SugarRush Candy Shop: 925 S Main St, Ste G3, Frankenmuth, 989-652-2578. Forty flavors of Ashby’s Michigan-made ice cream, candied almonds, fudge, and candies.

St. Laurent Bros: 1101 N Water St, Bay City, 989-893-7522. One-hundred percent natural peanut butter, hand-dipped chocolates, candies, dried fruits, and chocolates.

Sweet Boutique: 816 Washington Ave, Bay City, 989-895-5000. Pastries, homemade chocolates and confections, and retail specialty candies.

Sweet Creations: www.sweetcreationsmi.com. Specialty and wedding cakes, gourmet cupcakes and cookies, custom cake pops, and cut-out sugar cookies.

Sweet Sandy B’s Bake Shop: 801 Columbus Ave, Bay City, 989-598-0603. Homemade cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and sweets.

Tummy Ache Candy Store: 1116 N Johnson St, Bay City, 989-891-7669. Homemade and nostalgic candy. Homemade “puppy chow,” popcorn balls, snow cones, and ice cream treats.

VanillaBean Bake Shop: 318 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-633-9540. Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, chocolates, cake pops, and other sweets.

Fine DiningBradley’s Bistro: 216 Federal Ave, Saginaw. Farm-to-table restaurant with seasonal and locally sourced foods. Lunch and dinner. Salads, house-made dressings, Bulgogi steak sandwich, and soba noodles with Swiss chard pesto. Vegetarian and gluten-free dishes available.

Fireside Grille: 8400 S Genuine Rd, Shepherd, 989-828-6315. Signature

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Cass River Yacht Club: 6154 Dixie Hwy, Bridgeport, 989-777-6460. Locally famous “broaster” chicken, homemade soups, pizza, and daily specials. Catering and free hall rental.

Creekside Bar & Grille: 9387 Gratiot Rd, Thomas Township, 989-781-0050. Signature grilled pizza, Creek Crust (cheese bread sticks), burgers and sliders, special family recipe chicken burger, and more.

Coonan’s Irish Hub: 1004 N Johnson, Bay City, 989-402-1177. Guinness stew, Irish fries, Reuben sandwiches, burgers, specialty hot dogs, and full bar.

Diamond Jim’s: 101 E Main St, Midland, 989-486-3343. Soup, salad, and sandwich bar during lunch features four soups. Happy hour. Dinner menu.

Farmers Home Tavern: 215 W Saginaw St, Hemlock, 989-642-2546. Famous burgers, other menu items, cold beer, and beverages served in a friendly, family-owned tavern.

Flannigan’s Pub & Grill: 7734 Gratiot Rd, Shields, 989-781-2320. Irish dishes and American fare like Irish egg rolls, loaded burgers, and Irish nachos. TVs. Dine on the deck.

Frankenmuth Brewery Co: 425 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-262-8300. Microbrewery and restaurant offering appetizers, sandwiches, and dinner entrées with pretzel bread. Freshly brewed beers on tap.

Gabby’s Pub and Grill: 3002 S Graham Rd, Thomas Township, 989-781-0101. Haddock, Gabby burger, smothered chicken, and microbrews.

Gatsby’s Saloon & Eatery: 203 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-922-5556. Pizza, steak, salmon, pastas, and sandwiches served in a ’20s-themed atmosphere. Premium liquors, beers, and wines.

The Governor’s Quarters: 1304 S Wenona St, Bay City, 989-893-6111. Large selection of craft brews (bottled and on tap), hard ciders, and spirits. Burger baskets: “Judicial Indiscretion”(half-pound, homemade Coney sauce, onion, pickled jalapeños, cheddar cheese).

Harvey’s Grill and Bar: Two locations: 3055 Tittabawassee Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-401-4424, and 4000 E Wilder Rd, Bay City, 989-686-3304. Traditional food with a twist and the coldest drafts found in Michigan.

Hamilton Street Pub: 308 S Hamilton St, Saginaw, 989-790-8119. Food, drinks, and entertainment. Dine in or order takeout.

John’s Bar: 1476 S Tuscola Rd, Munger, 989-659-2951. Diner offers burgers, soups, and famous steak sandwiches.

Latitude 43 Grill & Bar: 1013 N Henry St, Bay City, 989-391-9868. Appetizers, salads, burgers, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, steaks, chops, seafood, and side dishes. High-definition TVs.

Mac’s Bar: 118 N Michigan Ave, Saginaw, 989-772-0864. A 1930s Art deco-style bar and restaurant. Innovative cuisine from local farms, including organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. Live jazz musicians.

Merl’s Tavern: 304 Shattuck Rd, Saginaw, 989-751-5140. Sports, trivia, music. Daily food specials: subs, soups, salads, French dip, Coney dogs, and brats.

Michigan on Main: Inside Bavarian Inn, 713 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-9941. Michigan-inspired menu and craft beers. Whitefish from Lake Superior and pork produced in Frankentrost. Menu changes to accommodate local, seasonal availability.

Midland Street Jacks Grill & Lounge: 605 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-892-5741. Snacks, appetizers, kids’ meals, desserts, Tex-Mex entrées, salads, subs, and burgers. Lunch specials. Full bar.

Mulligan’s Pub: 109 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-893-4555. Salads, daily soups, gourmet sandwiches, Mexican dishes, and steaks. Lunch and dinner specials. Premium liquors and beers. Takeout.

O’Kelly’s Sports Bar & Grille: 2000 S Mission St, Mt Pleasant, 989-775-3751. Pub food includes wings and burgers topped with onion rings. Drink specials. Large projector screens.

Oscar’s Restaurant and Entertainment: 140 E Main St, Midland, 989-837-8680. Deli and chicken sandwiches, burgers, entrée salads, daily soups, and desserts. Variety of beer, wine, and cocktails.

Prost! Wine Bar & Charcuterie: 576 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-6981. Rustic chic atmosphere and full bar. Charcuterie with artisanal cheeses as shared plates, pre-built or design-your-own, paninis, and farm-to-table dishes.

international dishes, pasta, chicken, fish, and steak.

Golden Glow Ballroom Restaurant: 2950 S Graham Rd, Thomas Township, 989-781-2120. Chicago-style individual pizza, seafood, chicken, pork, steak, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and pasta.

Heatherfields Chop House (Bay Valley Hotel and Resort): 2470 Old Bridge Rd, Bay City, 989-686-3500. Entrées include char-grilled steaks, blackened salmon, and chicken fettuccine. Sunday brunch.

Jake’s Old City Grill: 100 S Hamilton at Court, Saginaw, 989-797-8325. Steaks, chops, seafood, poultry, pasta, and vegetarian entrées. Comprehensive martini and wine bar.

Montague Inn: 1581 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, 989-752-3939. Housed in a historic mansion, entrées include salmon turban, pecan pork tenderloin, and Indian specialties. Open Thursday –Saturday for dinner.

Old City Hall: 814 Saginaw St, Bay City, 989-892-4140. Historic dining room offers appetizers like Thai lettuce wrap and elegant entrées. Extensive wine list. Imported and domestic beer.

Real Seafood Co.: 199 Uptown Dr, Bay City, 989-456-3463. Contemporary seafood restaurant; locally sourced ingredients. Lunch and dinner; sautéed Lake Superior whitefish, pasta, steak, sandwiches, and gluten-free options.

The Riverfront Grille: One Wenonah Park Place, Bay City (inside the DoubleTree Hotel), 989-891-6000. Breakfast, lunch, and specialty dinner entrées daily. Full bar and wine list.

Shari’s at the Willard-Hillton: 1506 W Beaver Rd, Auburn, 989-662-6621. Louis Mason’s 1800 hotel thrives today as a gourmet restaurant. Extensive wine list and specialty cocktails complement artfully presented food.

Table: 111 W Main St, Midland (inside H Hotel), 989-633-6099. Exquisitely prepared entrées like duck breast, scallops, and veal. Wines and dinner cocktails. European-style breads tartlets, tortes, and Napoleons.

Uptown Grill: 3 E Main St, Bay City. Upscale venue serving breakfast and lunch. Grilled banana bread French toast with caramel rum sauce, sweet potato pancakes, garden

quiche, salmon BLT, butternut squash bisque, and build-your-own-burgers. Enclosed outdoor patio seating.

Willow Tree Restaurant of Saginaw: 4787 Fashion Square Mall, Saginaw Township, 989-790-9400. Casual atmosphere. Fresh appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches and wraps, pastas, entrées, and desserts.

Saloon & Eatery2nd Street Sports Pub: 274 Meyers St, Freeland, 989-695-6501. Appetizers, soups, sandwiches, burritos, burgers, steak, and pasta for lunch and dinner. Outdoor patio seating.

Aurora Buffet: 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant (inside Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort), 888-732-4537. Lunch and dinner buffet, soup and salad bar, carving station, and dessert bar. Every Tuesday is “BOGO Buffet”: buy one lunch or dinner buffet at regular price and get one free.

Bancroft Wine & Martini Bar: 101 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, 989-776-0011. A 1920s-style lounge. Wine, martinis, Prohibition-era cocktails, craft beers, small plates, salads, and cheese boards.

Bar Oxygen: 111 Main St (located inside H Hotel), Midland, 989-839-0500. Wine, beer, martini, and specialty cocktail menu, with 150+ liquors. Bar menu. Happy hour. Live music Friday nights.

Bier Garten: 8 State Park Dr, Bay City, 989-684-1331. Daily themed-specials. Quarter-off happy hour daily.

Big E’s Sports Grill: 810 Cinema Dr, Midland, 989-794-8585. Nachos served on a 22-inch pizza tray. Weekend breakfast menu and bloody mary bar.

The Boulevard Lounge: 316 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, 989-832-5387. Breakfast seven days a week. Complete lunch and dinner menus, including appetizers, available.

Brady’s Sports Bar & Diner: 512 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-894-2207. Full menu. Homemade chips, hot sauce, barbecue sauce, and salsa. Breakfast buffet Saturday and Sunday.

Brass Café and Saloon: 128 S Main St, Mt Pleasant, 989-772-0864. New American cuisine in a dining room housed in two turn-of-the-century shopfronts.


Rainmakers: 3325 Davenport (inside Ramada Inn), Saginaw, 989-793-7900. Small plate items, Rainmaker martini, nacho nights, happy hour events, and weekend entertainment.

The Rathskeller: 600 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-892-0621. Full menu, daily specials, and drinks. Catch the game on one of 24 TVs.

Rustic Inn Steak House & Saloon: 133 N Saginaw St, St Charles, 989-865-6466. Lodge-style atmosphere features more than 50 North American big game mounts. Entrées, sandwiches, and homemade soups.

Rusty Saw Smokehouse BBQ: 804 E Midland St, Bay City, 989-332-2948. Located inside Lumber Barons Brewery. Slow-smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, and burgers. Made-from-scratch side dishes include dirty rice, cornbread, and Carolina slaw.

The Savoy Grill: 127 S Franklin St, Saginaw, 989-755-5171. Upscale American diner fare including turkey pesto ciabatta, steak chicken pesto pasta, and Val’s hot beef sandwich. Breakfast available.

Sporty’s Wing Shack and Smokehouse: 4502 N Huron Rd, Pinconning, 989-879-6050, and 9620 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw, 989-401-6973. Wings (try the smokin’ cherry sauce favorite!) and burgers piled high. Draft beers.

The Stables Martini & Cigar Bar: 805 E John St, Bay City, 989-891-0100. Cozy seating areas for small groups. Live entertainment.

Walk-in humidor offers more than 80 varieties of cigars.

Stadium Sports Pub and Grill: 7255 S Three Mile Rd (located inside Bay City Country Club), Bay City, 989-684-1618. Open to the public. Big screen TVs.

Stein Haus: 1108 N Water St, Bay City, 989-891-2337. Imported beers and microbrews on draft. Choose bottles or glasses of wine from the extensive wine (and reserve) list.

Sullivan’s Food & Spirits: 5235 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw Township, 989-799-1940. Famous for its fish and chips. Full menu. Signature corned beef and cabbage served occasionally throughout the year.

Tavern 101 Restaurant: 101 Center Ave, Bay City, 989-778-1431. Italian- and Mediterranean-influenced cuisine. Signature flatbreads, pastas, wine, spirits, and selection of 50 beers on tap.

Tiffany’s Food & Spirits: 56 S Main St, Frankenmuth, 989-652-6881. Pizzas, seafood, pastas, and PastaPitzas. Keep your specialty drink glass as a souvenir. Patio dining in summer.

Timbers Bar & Grill: 6415 State St, Saginaw Township, 989-790-2345. Rustic cabin-type setting. Steaks, pastas, nachos, salads, soup in a bread bowl, and sandwiches. Weekly specials. Full bar.

VNO New Age Restaurant & Wine Warehouse and Bay City Grill & Bar: 510 Midland St, Bay City, 989-460-0117. Serves small plates, including smoked salmon dip, calamari, escargot, and more than 25

wine selections by the glass or bottle; retail space includes more than 200 wine selections and a wine tasting bar.

Washington Street Irish Pub and Grill: 112 Washington Ave, Bay City, 989-895-8221. Burgers, sandwiches, fish, steak, hand-dipped onion rings, pizza, and homemade lunch specials every day.

Water Lily Lounge: 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt Pleasant (inside Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort), 888-732-4537. Appetizers, sandwiches, and thin crust pizzas. Live entertainment Fridays and Saturdays. Food available until 11 p.m., Sunday – Thursday, and until 1 a.m., Friday and Saturday.

Whichcraft Taproom: 124 Ashman St, Midland, 989-832-3395. Dips, spreads, cheese plates, paninis, Greek hot dogs, and Mediterranean platters.

Whine: 337 E Wackerly St, Midland, 989-835-5222. Wine bar with wines from across the world, craft beers, cocktails, and specialty liquors paired with small plates.

Winston’s Pub in the Midland Resort and Convention Center: 1500 W Wackerly St, Midland, 989-698-0663. Variety of foods and large selection of beer and cocktails. Weekday happy-hour specials. Live entertainment, games, and TVs.

Zorba’s Greek and American Cuisine: 617 S Harrison St, Saginaw, 989-792-1959. Saganaki (flaming cheese), gyros, dolmades, baklava, and chicken Avgolemeno (egg lemon) soup. Wings and burgers. Beer, liquor, and wine. •

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Sponsored Events Delta College Foundation: A Chocolate AffairEnjoy fine cuisine, wine, delectable chocolate desserts, and live music while supporting Delta College’s Possible Dream Program.

Patron ticket holders ($125 per person) attend an hour early, from 6 – 7 p.m., and will savor a chocolate martini bar, rack of lamb, and other premium menu selections. General admission ticket holders ($65 per person) gain entry at 7 p.m. and will enjoy exquisite dinner and dessert selections. Festivities conclude at 9:30 p.m.

When: Thursday, November 19Where: Horizons Conference Center, Saginaw Township For information: Call Mary Harding, 989-686-9226, or visit www.delta.edu/chocolateaffair

St. Mary’s of Michigan Foundation: 21st Annual Cornette BallThe annual event will honor the recipient of the 2015 Spirit of St. Vincent Award. The award is presented to a physician who has rendered long and noteworthy service to the Saginaw community and surrounding counties. The festive black-tie gala features a cocktail hour, five-course gourmet meal, and live music by Detroit’s Intrigue. Guests also have the opportunity to win a luxury raffle prize.

Event proceeds will provide essential funding for St. Mary’s of Michigan’s new Interventional Radiology Special Procedure Suite, providing patients with the most advanced care with less invasive treatment options, less radiation exposure, and quicker recovery time.

When: Saturday, November 21, 6 p.m. Where: Horizons Conference Center, Saginaw TownshipFor information: Call 989-907-8300, or visit www.stmarysofmichigan.org/foundation

Art and MuseumsSecond Saturday Speaker Series. Held the second Saturday of each month, 1 p.m. Free admission. Presentation by local historian. Light refreshments provided. Historical Museum of Bay County, Bay City; 989-893-5733, www.bchsmuseum.org

Exhibit: Mark Piotrowski, Matt Lewis, and Jason Graham. Through December 18. Free admission. Paintings by Piotrowski and Lewis; sculptures by Jason Graham. Studio 23/The Art Center, Bay City; 989-894-2323, www.studio23baycity.org

Exhibit: Motown in Black and White. Through December 31. Admission $1/50¢ children. Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, 1 – 4:30 p.m. Castle Museum of Saginaw County History, Saginaw; www.castlemuseum.org

Exhibit: Fragmenta. Through January 26. Free admission. Sculptures and reliefs by Jay Holland and Sergio DeGiusti, Detroit artists who have been making art for more than 90 years collectively. Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center; 989-964-7154, www.marshallfredericks.org

Exhibit: Cozette Phillips. Through November 13. Free admission. Interpretation of natural forms combining materials such as steel, aluminum, pewter, and plastics to evoke the influence of industry and development. University Art Gallery, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center; 989-964-4159, www.svsu.edu/artgallery

Exhibit: Ansel Adams: Masterworks. November 7 – January 7. Admission. Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw; 989-754-2491, www.saginawartmuseum.org

Exhibit: War on Form, Harmony in Color: Ilya Bolotowski & Karel Appel. November 11 – January 30. Admission. Graphic arts gallery. Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw; 989-754-2491, www.saginawartmuseum.org

Flint Artist Market. November 24 – February 27. Admission. Artisan wing. Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw; 989-754-2491, www.saginawartmuseum.org Exhibit: Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition. November 30 – December 18. Free admission. Opening reception: December 3, 4:30 – 7 p.m. Featuring works from graduating bachelor of fine

arts majors. University Art Gallery, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center; 989-964-4159, www.svsu.edu/artgallery

AttractionsAlden B. Dow Home & Studio Architectural and Historical Tours. Through December 31. Friday tours, 2 p.m., and Saturday tours, 10 a.m. Admission $15/$12 seniors/$7 students. Tour this home, built in 1933 and referred to as “one of the most important structures in 20th-century American design.” Reservations required. Alden B. Dow Home & Studio, Midland; 989-839-2744, www.abdow.org

Wine and Chocolate Tasting Offered by Frankenmuth FunShips and Wolcott Winery. Through December 31. Cost $5. Pair gourmet chocolate morsels with Michigan wines. Frankenmuth; 989-652-3400

Daily Pretzel Rolling. Every day, 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. (not available on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day). Cost $4.99. Learn proper pretzel-rolling methods, and eat your fresh-out-of-the-oven finished product.

Two-hour advanced notice and prepayment required. Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Frankenmuth; 989-652-9941, www.bavarianinn.com

Uncorked Series. Every first and third Thursday, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Free event. New kind of “Happy Hour” in the Saints & Sinners Lounge. Complimentary snack, cash bar, and a variety of themes to think and drink creatively about. Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-5930, www.mcfta.org

Music in the Café Second Thursdays. Every second Thursday, 7 – 9 p.m. $5. The café night brings fabulous performance, casual spontaneity, and an evening of music. The White Crow Conservatory of Music, Saginaw Township; 989-790-2118, whitecrowconservatory.blogspot.com/

Mid-Michigan Young Onset Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting. Meets the third Tuesday of each month. Held inside the United Way office, 909 Washington Ave, Bay City

City Hall Tour. Second Friday of each month, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission $1. Bay County


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Historical Museum, Bay City; 989-893-5733, www.bchsmuseum.org

Midland County Historical Society: Hands-on History Days. Friday and Saturday of the third weekend each month, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Family-focused, interactive, and informational drop-in programs for the community to discover and preserve local heritage. Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-5930, www.mcfta.org

Kids Fly Free! Second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Children, 8 – 17, fly free and learn about aviation. Jack Barstow Airport, Midland; 989-835-3231, www.eaa1093.org

Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony. Second Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. Admission $8. Authentic formal Japanese Tea Ceremony in the Saginaw-Tokushima Friendship Garden, hosted by persons in kimono. Reservations encouraged. Japanese Cultural Center & Tea House, Saginaw; 989-759-1648, www.japaneseculturalcenter.org

Humane Society of Bay County Feline Adoption Events. Last Saturday of each month. For more information, call 989-893-0451, or visit www.humanesocietybc.org

Tai Chi with Jim Bush. Every Saturday, 10 a.m. Fee $5. The White Crow Conservatory of Music, Saginaw Township; 989-790-2118, whitecrowconservatory.blogspot.com/

Second Sundays: Old Time Gospel Night with Silverwood Bottom Boys. Every second Sunday, 7 p.m. Fee $5. The White Crow Conservatory of Music, Saginaw Township; 989-790-2118, whitecrowconservatory.blogspot.com/

Ballroom Dance & Lesson. Thursdays through December 17, 7 – 10 p.m. Admission $10 per person. Singles and couples welcome for snacks, refreshments, dancing, and instruction by Angela Markle, professional dance instructor. Freeland Sports Zone, Freeland; 989-921-0262

Riverside Writers: Writing & Telling Your Story. Tuesdays through December 22, 3 – 4 p.m. Free. Facilitated writing and/or telling of stories by participants; relaxed group atmosphere. Riverside Apartments, Midland; 989-837-1885, www.becreative360.org

Hoyt Public Library 125th Anniversary. November 1, 1 – 4 p.m. Free admission. Celebration of Hoyt Library’s 125th anniversary. Special presentation, tours of the historic library, cake, punch, and music. Public Libraries of Saginaw, Hoyt Library, Saginaw; 989-755-9832, www.saginawlibrary.org

Kripalu Yoga for Health & Well-Being: PM Session II. November 3, 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 8, 15, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Admission $54/$10 drop-in. Certified yoga instructor Ann Butzler guides conscious practice of physical yoga postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques for integrating mind, body, and spirit. Creative 360, Midland; 989-837-1885, www.becreative360.org

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority: Power Play Saturday! November 7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission $5. Learn how to keep your heart and body healthy in fun ways. Children 10 and under receive a free gift. Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum, Saginaw; 989-399-6626, www.michildrensmuseum.com

Family Discovery Days: Amazing Magic Workshop. November 7, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets $15/$13 ABDM members/$3 accompanying adult. Ages 6 and up only. Comedy magician Jeff Wawrzaszek shares secrets of how to WOW any audience; each child receives a take-home kit. Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art, Midland; 989-631-5930, www.mcfta.org

Saginaw Spirit vs. Oshawa Generals. November 7, 7:11 p.m. For a complete schedule, visit website. Dow Event Center, Saginaw; 989-497-7747, www.saginawspirit.com

Deer Widows Weekend. November 13 – 15. In-store

promotions and check-in locations with special activities for bargain “hunters.” Birch Run Premium Outlets, Birch Run; 989-624-6226, www.premiumoutlets.com

Sundays in the City Holiday Movies. November 15 – December 20, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets $5. Check website for movie listings. State Theatre, Bay City; 989-892-2660, www.statetheatrebaycity.com

Sundays in the City. November 15, 22, 29, and December 6, 13, 20. Holiday decorations, free horse-drawn carriage rides, strolling carolers, and holiday movies at the historic State Theatre. Downtown Bay City; 989-893-3573, www.downtownbaycity.com

Holidays in the Heart of the City. November 20, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Free event. Tree lighting ceremony, free trolley and horse-drawn wagon rides, cookie competition, hot chocolate, entertainment, pony rides, Santa and Mrs. Claus at the gazebo, and fireworks. Multiple locations throughout Old Town Saginaw; 989-753-9168, www.prideinsaginaw.org

Fontanini Italian Nativities Signing. November 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4 – 7 p.m. Free admission. A family member of Fontanini Nativities, a fourth-generation-operated business that originated in 1908 in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, will be available to sign Fontanini Nativities. Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, Frankenmuth; 989-652-9931, www.bronners.com

Annual Midland Santa Parade. November 21, 10 a.m. Free. Starts at Midland High School, travels down Ashman Street to Main Street, and ends near Cronkright. Midland; 989-496-2787, www.midlandsantaparade.org

PRIDE’s Christmas Parade. November 21, 11 a.m. Free event. Local marching bands, floats, and candy and goodies passed out. Saginaw; 989-753-9168, www.prideinsaginaw.org

Saginaw Spirit vs. Erie Otters. November 21, 7:11 p.m. For a

complete schedule, visit website. Dow Event Center, Saginaw; 989-497-7747, www.saginawspirit.com

Christkindlmarkt. November 27, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., November 28, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., November 29, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., December 4, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., December 5, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and December 6, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Special baked goods, Christmas decorations, gifts, and more. Downtown Frankenmuth; 989-295-9766, www.frankenmuthfarmersmarket.org

Holiday Celebration and Candle Walk. November 27, 6 p.m. Hot chocolate, cookies, and a special ceremony. Frankenmuth River Place, Frankenmuth; 989-652-6016, www.frankenmuth.org

Santa’s Arrival. November 27, 7 p.m. Free. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive, give a special performance, and go to the Delta College Planetarium to talk with good little boys and girls. Wenonah Park, Bay City; www.downtownbaycity.com

Chesaning Christmas Candlelight Walk. November 27 – 28, 5 – 9 p.m. Annual holiday celebrations with free horse-drawn carriage rides, the Festival of Trees, Nativity Challenge, Gingerbread House Walk, arts and crafts, free hot cocoa, and Santa Claus. Downtown Chesaning; 800-255-3055, www.chesaningchamber.org

Visit Santa at Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. November 27 – December 24. Monday – Thursday, 10 – 11:30 a.m., 1 – 4 p.m., and 5:30 – 7 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday, 12 – 5:30 p.m. Closes December 24 at 3 p.m. Free for ages 10 and under. Cameras welcomed; no photos offered. Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, Frankenmuth; 989-652-9935, ext. 423, www.bronners.com

50th Annual Saginaw Valley Orchid Show and Sales. November 28, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., and November 29, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission. Many types of orchids on display and for sale with training classes on how to grow and take care of orchids in


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one’s home. Kochville Veterans Hall, Saginaw; 989-837-0947, www.sagvalleyorchids.org

Santa’s Village at the North Pole. November 28 – 29 and December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20. Admission $10/ages 5 and under free. Indoor winter wonderland. Children’s rides, refreshments, arts and crafts, Christmas lights, inflatables, and gingerbread house competition. Saginaw County Fairgrounds, Chesaning; 989-845-2143, www.santa.saginawcountyfair.org

CharityYWCA Great Lakes Bay Region: 8th Annual Women’s Empowerment Symposium. November 5, 5 – 8:30 p.m. Tickets $50/$25 ages 30 and under. Silent auction, strolling appetizers, and keynote speakers. Proceeds benefit women and their families in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Great Hall Banquet and Convention Center, Midland; 989-894-9055, www.ywcaglbr.org

Delta College Foundation: A Chocolate Affair. November 19, 7 p.m. Patron tickets $125/$65 general admission. Fine cuisine, wine, delectable chocolate desserts, and live music. Proceeds support Delta College’s Possible Dream Program. Horizons Conference Center, Saginaw Township; 989-686-9226, www.delta.edu/chocolateaffair

Holiday Art Fair. November 21, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and November 22, 12 – 4 p.m. Single-day admission $5/$8 two-day. Ages 17 and under free. Approximately 100 artists’ booths, sweet shop, and local entertainment. Proceeds benefit museum art and science exhibitions, art and science classes, and other educational programs of the Alden B. Dow Museum. Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art, Midland; 989-631-5930, www.mcfta.org

Junior Achievement of Northeast Michigan, Inc.: Junior Achievement Bowl-A-Thon. Date TBA. For more information, visit www.janortheastmi.org

ExposShipshewana on the Road. November 1, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission $4/ages 12 and under free. Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run; 989-624-4665, www.birchrunexpos.com

Scrapbooking and Stamping Show 2015. November 6, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and November 7, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission $7. Free parking. Two days of shopping and sales. Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run; 989-624-4665, www.birchrunexpos.com

Mid-Michigan Super Mom2Mom Sale. November 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Admission $3. Strollers welcomed. Gently used baby and children’s clothing, toys, baby gear, furniture, and maternity clothing at garage sale-style prices. For info, contact [email protected]. Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run; 989-624-4665, www.birchrunexpos.com

Tack Swap. November 15, 12 – 4 p.m. Admission $3/ages 10 and under free. Email [email protected] for more information. Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run; 989-624-4665, www.birchrunexpos.com

Mid-Michigan Gun & Knife Show. November 27, 12 – 5 p.m., November 28, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and November 29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission $7. Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run; 989-624-4665, www.birchrunexpos.com

FestivalsRiverside Saginaw Film Festival. November 12 – 15, admission TBA. Independent films, foreign films, documentaries, and Michigan-made films. See website for times and film selection. Around Saginaw; www.riversidesaginawfilmfestival.org

Junior League of Saginaw Valley Festival of Trees 2015. November 13, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Premiere Night Party, 6 – 10 p.m.), November 14, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Santa’s Breakfast, 9 – 11 a.m.), November 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

(raffle starts at 4 p.m.). General admission $4/children 5 and under free. Raffle tickets $1 each or $5 for six. Over 100 designers contribute fabulously decorated trees and wreaths to be raffled off throughout the festival. Plus, 20 local vendors sell specialty items. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Saginaw Valley.

Music, Theater & FilmDean Martin and Jerry Lewis Tribute. November 6, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 – $22/$12 for under 18. State Theatre, Bay City; 989-892-2660, www.statetheatrebaycity.com

Clifford the Big Red Dog— LIVE! November 7, 3 p.m. Tickets $25– $60/$5 off for ages 2 – 13. Laughter, songs, and dancing; musical for the whole family. Temple Theatre, Saginaw; 877-754-7469, www.templetheatre.com

MSO: “Smooth as Glass.” November 7, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $34 – $43/$15 students. Featuring Natasha Paremski. Pop and classical come together, and Paremski will perform Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concert No. 3, one of the most complex piano concertos ever written. Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-8250, www.mcfta.org

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood. November 8, 7:30 p.m. Admission $25 – 70. Live, improv show with two of America’s most popular comedic personalities. Temple Theatre, Saginaw; 877-754-7469, www.templetheatre.com

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding. November 12 – 14, 19 – 21, 7 p.m. Admission $60/$500 for table of 10. Theatrical experience. Off-Broadway comedy staged as a festive celebration in which the audience participates directly. Temple Theatre, Saginaw; 877-754-7469, www.templetheatre.com

Quixote. November 13 – 14, 7:30 p.m., and November 14 – 15, 3 p.m. Tickets $12/$8 students. Performed by 6th, 7th, and 8th

graders. Cervantes’ masterpiece gets an extreme makeover in this musical comedy that takes a closer look at teen angst. Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-8250, www.mcfta.org

The Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra with Edye Evan Hyde. November 14, 7 p.m. Tickets $17/$12 students. State Theatre, Bay City; 989-892-2660, www.statetheatrebaycity.com

Center Stage Choirs: “The American Spirit.” November 15, 3 p.m. Tickets $16/$11 students. Poignant and inspiring celebration of men and women in uniform. Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-8250, www.mcfta.org

Tunes for Tots: Nutcracker Suite. November 18, 10 a.m. Free cookies and juice provided. Recommended for ages 5 and under. Twirl along as the MSO string quartet and ballerinas bring the classic to life! Midland Center for the Arts, Midland; 989-631-8250, www.mcfta.org

Holidays in the City Movies Series. Showings at 3 p.m. Tickets $5. November 27 and 29, White Christmas (1954); December 6, It’s a Wonderful Life (1946); December 13, Holiday Inn (1942); December 18 and 20, Sound of Music (1965). Temple Theatre, Saginaw; 989-754-7469, www.templetheatre.com

Grimstone’s Glory. November 27 – 29, 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets $8. The Christmas fable of a lonely, bitter man’s awakening and redemption. Performed by 8 to 14-year-olds. Bradley House at Heritage Park, Midland; 989-631-8250, www.mcfta.org

Friends of Celtic Culture Presents: “A Celtic Christmas Featuring Tallymoore.” November 28, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20. State Theatre, Bay City; 989-892-2660, www.statetheatrebaycity.com

NatureBirds & Bagels Hike. November 7, 8 – 10 a.m. Free. Ages 9 and up; adult accompaniment


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required for those younger than 18. Casual birding hike followed by refreshments in the Visitor Center. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

Snakes Alive! Discovering the Wonders of Snakes. November 7, 1 – 2 p.m. Free. All ages; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. Live snake program. See how fascinating and beneficial reptiles can be. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

An Afternoon with Bela Hubbard in 1837. November 10, 7 – 8 p.m. Free. Ages 12 and up; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. A costumed, first-person presentation based on the life of Bela Hubbard—geologist, naturalist, surveyor, and explorer—as he describes an autumn journey where there were no highways but streams. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

Night Lighting for Wildlife. November 12, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Free. Ages 9 and up; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. Bring your flashlights, and hike to look for nocturnal creatures. Meet at the Ridge Area Property parking lot on Grey Road. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

Families in Nature: Searching for Seeds. November 14, 1

– 2 p.m. Free. All ages; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. Walk through the fields and woods searching for seeds, exploring how they travel to new locations. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

An Environmental History of Midland County. November 19, 7 – 8 p.m. Ages 15 and up; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. A look at Midland history through the lens of the natural world. Explore how the land has shaped the lives of Native Americans to fur traders to farmers through time. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

Introduction to Map and Compass. November 21, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Free. Ages 15 and up; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. Learn the basics of using a compass, and practice skills on an orienteering course through the woods. Compasses provided, or bring your own. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

Fall Exploration Days. November 27 – 28, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and November 29, 12 – 5 p.m. Free. All ages; adult accompaniment required for those younger than 18. Indoor program with a variety of seasonally based, self-guided, hands-on exploration stations designed for children and their families. Experiments, fun facts, crafts, scavenger hunts, and

more. Chippewa Nature Center, Midland; 989-631-0830, www.chippewanaturecenter.org

NetworkingBay Area Chamber of Commerce: Eye Opener Breakfast. November 3. Held at Bay Valley Resort & Conference Center, Bay City; 989-893-4567, www.baycityarea.com

Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce: Percolator Breakfast. November 5, 7:30 a.m. Horizons Conference Center, Saginaw Township; 989-757-2112, www.saginawchamber.org

Community Leadership Awards Luncheon. November 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cost $45/$340 for table of eight. Recognizing and honoring individuals who have invested themselves in the people, businesses, and future of Saginaw County. Horizons Conference Center, Saginaw Township; 989-757-2115, www.saginawchamber.org

Midland Area Chamber of Commerce: WakeUp! Midland. November 6, 7:30 a.m. Held at Great Hall Banquet and Convention Center, Midland; to register, call 989-839-9522, or visit www.macc.org

Bay Area Chamber of Commerce: Business After Hours. November 12, 5 – 7 p.m. Members only. Chemical Bank, 21 E Main St, Bay City; 989-893-4567, www.baycityarea.com

Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce: Business After Hours. November 12, 5 – 7 p.m. Free networking event. Hidden Harvest, Saginaw; 989-757-2112, www.saginawchamber.org

INFORUM Women in Leadership Lunch: “Brave Conversations: Terminal Illness & Loss.” November 13, 12 – 1:30 p.m. Members $15/$25 non-members. Saginaw Club, Saginaw; 989-272-2934, www.saginawchamber.org

Midland Area Chamber of Commerce: Chamber Connection. November 18, 5 – 7 p.m. United Way of Midland County, Midland; 989-839-2114, www.macc.org

Great Lakes Bay Regional Hispanic Business Association. Meets second Monday of every month. Saginaw; 989-753-1999, www.mmhba.org

Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce: Business After Hours. TBD, 5 – 7 p.m. Mt Pleasant; 989-772-2396, www.mt-pleasant.net

Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce: Business Over Breakfast. TBD. Mt Pleasant; 989-772-2396, www.mt-pleasant.net

Want your event featured here in Great Lakes Bay? Email arts, entertainment, and community events to [email protected]. Send date, time, cost, and contact information for your event by the first day of the month, three months prior to the event date. •

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Jingle Jingle Little ReindeerJingle Jingle Little Reindeer is the perfect puppet board book to entertain all of your little readers.

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Smoobee No Cry BrushSmoobee Magic No Cry Brush is uniquely designed to effectively brush through wet or dry hair without snagging or catching. The best part: Smoobee can be bedazzled to match your unique style.

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Mud Pie Glitter Santa Pajamas2-piece set. Santa pajamas feature cotton interlock top with glitter-printed belt and glitter cotton spandex bottoms.

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Michigan Awesome Long SleeveMichigan Awesome is a celebration of state pride. These tees all have a unique saying and come in all sizes.

$28

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Annie & Oliver’s is a trendy and unique children’s boutique offering toys, books,

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Naughty or Nice FairyMark Roberts is renowned for his opulently designed fairy creations, and this festively festooned Naughty or Nice Fairy totally lives up to the reputation. This ageless gift is perfect for starting or adding to a collection. Fun and fully posable. Over 25 new styles from which to choose in small, medium, and large sizes. Limited quantities of extra-large. Small size shown.

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Snow VillageThe Snow Village collection of lighted houses continues to be a perfect go-to gift. One village building can be all that it takes to brighten the corner of an end table or other arrangement. This brightly decorated “Christmas Lane” house includes an outdoor tree complete with ornaments to add special value. Dickens Village, Christmas in the City, and North Pole Village collections are also available.

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5-bottle Wine Rack by Karen DidionDesigner Karen Didion made her name designing elegant custom Santas and now has added her attention to detail to this 5-bottle wine rack complete with cork saver and beautifully clothed turn-of-the-century figure. The size and scale make it a tasteful, easy addition to a bar, countertop, or wall table space for year-round enjoyment.

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Gift BasketsGift baskets from Begick’s will include goodies that are rare finds. Include blueberry or cranberry jams, candies, and syrups from our exclusive Saginaw Bay Gourmet line as well as Traverse City’s own Great Lakes Chip Company’s brand of tasty products. Yummy selections of coffees, salsas, mustards, gourmet soups, dips, and delights make it easy to order or custom make one of your own.

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Rosy-cheeked SnowmanThis adorable, plaster-cast, rosy-cheeked snowman sits 24” tall and is clothed in cuddly fleece and faux fur. A fast, easy, and cheerful decorating accent that can stay out for more than the holiday season. Nestle it among small trees or other backgrounds for a great display that takes only moments!

$79.99

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For 65 years the Begick Nursery and Garden Center has been famous in

the mid-Michigan area for distinctive, beautiful plants, garden accents and

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Stroll the beautifully decorated sidewalks in Frankenmuth River Place

Shops while humming to Christmas carols playing in the air. Styled in

Frankenmuth’s European village theme, the River Place Shops include a

variety of unique shops and boutiques for great holiday shopping. Find

something for everyone on your list in a fun shopping environment.

Enchanted Forest: Miniature Garden Starter KitA perfect gift for a beginner miniature gardener. Get creative and craft different scenes for winter, spring, and to take outdoors in the summer!

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Amy’s Accessories: Anuschka HandbagUnique doesn’t even begin to describe the beauty in this Anuschka handbag. Each hand-painted leather purse comes with a story to tell! There are no two alike; the brand prides itself on talented skilled artisans and quality detail in leather craftsmanship.

$316.00

The Your Name Here Store: Personalized Laser Engraved Custom Cutting Board This beautiful bamboo cutting board makes a simple and colorful statement. Made for everyday use in the kitchen, or it can be displayed proudly. Make it personal by engraving a treasured family recipe, initial of last name, kitchen rules, or home layout. Perfect for a housewarming or Christmas gift.

$24.99

Hello Cats and Dogs: “Barkery” TreatsSpoil your four-legged friends this Christmas with tasty treats from Hello Cats and Dogs expanded “Barkery”!

Range from $2.75 to $4.50

Funky Skunk: Irish SweaterGet cozy this winter with this authentic chucky collar sweater, imported from Ireland exclusively for the Funky Skunk. Made from 100% merino wool.

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THE BACK STORY

Central Michigan University football players and Coach Roy Kramer celebrate the team’s 54-14 victory over the University of Delaware on December 14, 1974, in the Camellia Bowl, Division II national championship game, played in Sacramento.

In 1974, all athletic programs at CMU held Division I status except for the football team, which still played at the Division II level. That year, CMU’s football team had an outstanding season and amassed a 9-1 regular season record. The team’s success carried into the Division II playoffs. With victories in the quarterfinals and semifinals, Central Michigan’s team earned a spot in the Camellia Bowl—and won. Four days after the CMU Chippewas walked away with the victory and championship, CMU petitioned the NCAA to have the football program elevated

to Division I status. The NCAA immediately obliged.Since 1974, the CMU football team has won seven conference championships. This year, the team will be led by John

Bonamego, the 28th head football coach in CMU history. Bonamego, who played football at CMU in the 1980s, has 27 years of college and professional experience, including 16 years in the NFL, the past two seasons (2013-2014) as special teams coordinator of the Detroit Lions.

A February 2015 Central Michigan Athletic Communications article quotes Bonamego: “Since I left CMU in 1987, my dream job was to be the head coach of the Central Michigan football program. … We will work every day to achieve the championship level. Our team will compete with a strong passion and work ethic in everything we do, from on the field, to in the classroom and in the community.”

Photo and history contributed by Clarke Historical Library, Mount Pleasant. •

Central Michigan University’s 1974 Gridiron Victors BY NANCY SAJDAK MANNING


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