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(989) 772-4433 or 888-772-2022
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2008
May
1 Trilateral Blues Band, Matt Ruffino, Pat Cunningham and Brad Graham will be performing at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
2 Andy Spence will be performing pop/acoustic guitar and vocals at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
3 Dan Kirchner will be performing guitar at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
3 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
4 Women's City Club House Walk. Hospice House will be one of the homes being presented at this year's event. 773-6137
4 Mount Pleasant Lions Chicken Barbeque in Island Park in Mount Pleasant. $8 per meal. 11am-2pm. 772-2289
7 Art Reach of Mid Michigan announces the Alma High School Choir members to perform at Art Reach of Mid Michigan "Let's Do Lunch". Noon - 1pm. 773-3689 Website
8 Lois Hartzle and Bernie Meltsner will be performing piano/vocal JAZZduoat the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
9 Mount Pleasant ara diversity group is proud to present the second offering in the 2008 diversity film series "The Namesake". 6:30pm viewing and 8:45 panel discussion. Located at Broadway Theatre. Free
9 Gary Fuller will be performing piano jazz at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
9 & 10 Blanchard Millpond Swap Meet at the Blanchard Park. Vendors of parts for antique engines, tractors, and equipment. Event is free and open to the public. 8am-10pm. 866-2344
10 Carlos Melendez & Friends will be performing latin guitar at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
11 Jazz and more at the Library. Located at Veterans Memorial Library in Mt. Pleasant. A free musical performance by Mary Gilbert and Easy Street followed by a social hour hosted by the Friends of the Library. Jazz and more at the Library is sponsored by the Friends of the Library, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, and Art Reach of Mid Michigan. 3pm.773-3242 Website
12-June 15 Art Walk in Downtown Mount Pleasant. View art work placed in the windows in downtown Mount Pleasant. Walk thru downtown and see the artwork of Michigan artists. This is a free event. 773-3689 Website
15 Trilateral Blues Band, Matt Ruffino, Pat Cunningham and Brand Grahamr will be performing at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
16 Andy Spence will be performing pop/acoustic guitar and vocals at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
16-17 Yoder’s Quilt Auction and Flea Market at 10885 N. Leaton Rd. in Clare. Over 500 quilts and crafts auctioned off plus over 500 vendors. $1 for parking. 8-5pm. 386-2872
17 Ted Bailey & Dan Kirchner will be performing duo guitars at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
17 2nd Annual HATS off to the Arts held at the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Health Professions building at CMU. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres & desserts, listen to excellent live music, and view/purchase wonderful art. 330-1554 Website
17 Wheatland Music Dance Series at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. Instruction at beginning of dance, no experience needed. Come with or without a partner. Squares, contras, Cajun and ceili – different styles each month. $5 for those 18 and older. 7:30pm. 967-8879 Website
22 Jeff Kressler and Lois Hartzler will be performing piano/vocal JAZZduo at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
23 Ted Bailey & Dan Kirchner will be performing duo guitars at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
23-25 Traditional Arts Weekend at the Wheatland Music site in Remus. Instrument, vocal, and art workshops for children and adults with evening performances and dances. 967-8879 Website
24 Jeff Tucker of the Beach Boys will be performing at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
24 3rd Annual Mt. Pleasant Fraternal Order of Eagles #4463 Golf Outing located at Pleasant Hills Golf Course. Open to men and women - join us for a fun time and help support our building fund. The public is invited to participate. For more information about the outing, sponsor opportunities, or to donate a door prize contact John or Joan Maul at 773-7059 or a trustee at the Aerie at 772-9800. Entry fee is $50 per person and there is a 36 team limit.
24 Memorial Day Craft Show at the Clare City Park. Outdoor craft show with over 50 vendors. 9-4pm. 386-2442
24 & 25 Alma Highland Festival and Games on the campus of Alma College. Scottish heritage festival featuring pipe band competition, highland dance competition, clan tents, athletics, Scottish cattle, 5K road run, vendors and arts and crafts. $12 adults, $10 seniors, $5 children 6-12, children 5 and under are free. 8-5pm. 463-89797 Website
26 Memorial Day Parade. The parade will begin at Broadway and Arnold and move west on Broadway into Riverwide Cemetery with stops at the WWI, WWII, and Korean Memorials along the way. 10am. Contact VFW #3033 for further information 773-3396
29 Lois Hartzler and Randy Groves will be performing guitar/vocal JAZZduo at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
29-31 Special Olympics State Summer Games on the campus of CMU. Special Olympics Michigan Athletics competing to earn medals with smiles on their faces! This is a free event. 774-3911 Website
30 Braun Khan Jazz Trio will be performing bass, saxophone, and keyboard at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
31 Randy Groves and Gene Harris will be performing guitar/sax JAZZduo at the Brass Cafe and Saloon in Downtown Mt. Pleasant from 6-10pm. Website
31 Beaded Moccasins Collection Showing at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. Guest Curator – Mike Slasinski. 775-4750 Website
31-June 1 Mid-Michigan Llama Show at the Isabella County Fairgrounds. 9-5pm. 517-645-2719 or 773-9070 Website
June
3-28 Art Exhibit by Burt Dickerson at the Art Reach on Broadway in Downtown Mount Pleasant. A free event. 773-8860 Website
5 Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation & Mt. Pleasant Parks & Recreation proudly present Access Adventure Trails ground breaking ceremony at Chipp-A-Waters park. 4pm. Contact Kathy Beebe for futher information 953-7992
5 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
6-7 6th Annual Cruise'n Car Show at the Soaring Eagla Casino. June 6th from 7am-6:30pm and June 7th from 7am-5pm. Pre-registration is $20 Day of Registration is $25. 888-7-Eagle-E ext. 55404 Website
7 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
7 & 8 Mt. Pleasant Kennel Club Dog Shows at the Isabella County Fairgrounds. 7th 9-7pm, 8th 8-5pm. 352-5203 Website
12 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
13-15 Co-Expo Pro Rodeo at the Isabella County Fairgrounds. 7:30pm nightly. $10 advanced, $6 kids, Day of $15, $9 kids. 429-6778 Website
14 Optimist Club Bike Fair in Island Park in Mt. Pleasant. Bike safety instruction/obstacle course. 506-8677
18-22 Mt. Pleasant Summer Festival in Island Park in Mt. Pleasant. Event features bingo, children’s parade on Wednesday, Texas hold’em, Bark in the Park, fireworks, craft show, live music, carnival, children’s activities, and a food and beverage pavilion. 773-3378
19 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
20 Summer Solstice Feast at the Sanilac Petroglyps at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
21 6th Annual Citywide Garage Sales in Mt. Pleasant and surrounding areas. 773-3713 Website
21 Papa’s Strawberry Festival at Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Mt. Pleasant. Event features strawberries, hayrides to the strawberry patch, children’s activities and lots of fresh strawberry treats. 11-6pm. 773-7750 Website
21 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
22 Jaycees Annual Duck Race in Island Park in Mt. Pleasant. Ticket prices: 1 for $3, 2 for $5, 5 for $10 and 12 for $20. 2pm. 773-8339 Website
22 Mt. Pleasant Summer Festival Rods in the Park Car Show in Downtown Mt. Pleasant. Classic Car show in Island Park. 773-3378
26 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
26-29 Mountain Country Fest at the Music Festival grounds in Farwell. A four day music festival featuring all-star entertainment. Up to four of your favorite nationally know country acts each day. Price list available online. 800-515-7220 Website POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
28 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
28 Mt. Pleasant Evening Bloomers annual Garden Walk. 1-5 pm. 773-5728 Website
July
1-August 2 Art Exhibit by Julie Paveglio at the Art Reach on Broadway in Downtown Mount Pleasant. A free event. 773-8860 Website
3 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
3-6 Junior Olympic Girls Youth Softball Tournament. $5 per person per day. 779-5331 Website
4-6 Rosebush's July Fourth Celebration. Events include a car show, tractor pull, parade, children's activities, softball tournament, barbeque, live music and much more. Contact Greg Buchner at 989-6214-7782.
5 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
5 American Indian Dances at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center (Every Saturday in July) 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. 775-4750 Website
10 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
11 Amy Otteman Memorial Classic at Riverwood Golf Course in Mt. Pleasant. Golf event in memory of Amy Otteman benefiting CMCH Nurse Education and Scholarships at MPHS. $70 per person. 9:00am shot gun start. 621-2238 or 772-5536
12 American Indian Dances at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center (Every Saturday in July) 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. 775-4750 Website
12 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
17 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
17-20 Mountain Rock Fest at the Music Festival grounds in Farwell. A four day music festival featuring all-star entertainment. Up to four of your favorite nationally know classic and modern rock stars each day. Price list available online. 800-515-1780 Website POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
19 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
19 American Indian Dances at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center (Every Saturday in July) 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. 775-4750 Website
19 Crafts in the Park at the Clare City Park. Craft show with over 50 vendors. 9-4pm. 386-2442 Website
24 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
24-26 30th Annual Salt River Bluegrass Festival at the Salt River Acres in Shepherd. Festival highlighting the best of bluegrass bands in Michigan and surrounding states. Concessions, flush toilets, and camping. $45 in advance and daily rates available. Festival begins Thursday, July 24th at 8am and closes at midnight, Saturday, July 26th. 631-0817 or 631-7659 Website
26 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
26 American Indian Dances at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center (Every Saturday in July) 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. 775-4750 Website
30 & 31 NativeFest at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. The 30th will be Car Bingo at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 31st will be a music and comedy night at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
31 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
August
1 Naub-cow-zo-win Disks Collection Showing at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. Guest Curator Richard Clute from the Jesse Besser Museum. 775-4750 Website
1-3 Annual Saginaw Chippewa National Pow-Wow at the Saginaw Chippewa Campgrounds. American Indian competition with dancers, drummers, foods and crafts. 775-4071 Website
2 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
2 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
3-9 Isabella County Youth and Farm Fair at the Isabella County Fairgrounds. 4-H and open class exhibits, mid-way, vendors, food, and more. 773-9070 Website
5-30 Art Exhibit by Linda Louiselle at the Art Reach on Broadway in Downtown Mount Pleasant. A free event. 773-8860 Website
7 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
9 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
14 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
16 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
21 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
22-24 Blanchard Steam & Gas Engine Show at the Blanchard Park. Demonstrations of antique gas and steam engines, gas and oil tractors and tools. $5 for the weekend. 8am-10pm daily. 866-2344
23 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
28 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
28 CMU Home Football Game vs. Eastern Illinois. Game time TBD. Call 1-888-FIRE-UP2. Website
29-30 Yoder’s Quilt Auction and Flea Market at 10885 N. Leaton Rd. in Clare. Over 500 quilts and crafts auctioned off plus over 500 vendors. $1 for parking. 8-5pm. 386-2872
30 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
September
4 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
5-7 Wheatland Music Festival at the Wheatland Music site in Remus. Traditional music and dance. Performances, workshops, dances, juried art fair, and children’s activities. 967-8879 Website
6 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
11 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
13 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
18 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
20-21 Civil War Muster at Deerfield Nature Park. Come enjoy three battle reenactments, Period federal, confederate and civilian camps, Drills, Ladies events, Candlelight camp tours, a Night fire and much more. 400-3904 Website
20 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
22 Autumn Equinox at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
25 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
27 CMU Home Football Game vs. Buffalo. Game time TBD. Call 1-888-FIRE-UP2. Website
27 Farmer’s Market in Town Center. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
October
2 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
3-5 Indigenous People’s Art Market presented by Ziibiwing and held at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort Entertainment Hall. 775-4750 Website
4 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.
4 Zonta Applefest at McIntosh Orchards in Mt. Pleasant. Over 80 arts and craft artisans sell wares, all displayed throughout the orchards. Also on sale hot and cold fresh apple cider, home baked apple desserts, live music and children’s games. The event is free. 772-0114, 644-3321, or 773-3028
4 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
4 & 5 Papa’s Pumpkin Festival at Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Mt. Pleasant. Event features Michigan fruits and vegetables, 15 varieties of pumpkins, pumpkin sculptures, painters and carvers, hayrides, mazes, and children’s activities. 11-6pm. 773-7750 Website
7-November 1 Art Exhibit by Al Wildey at the Art Reach on Broadway in Downtown Mount Pleasant. A free event. 773-8860 Website
9 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
11 CMU Homecoming Football Game vs. Temple. Game time TBD. Call 1-888-FIRE-UP2. Website
11 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.
16 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
18 St. Henry’s Annual Bazaar, Cookie Walk and Luncheon at St. Henry Parish Center in Rosebush. Many outside crafter's selling jewelry, hand knit crochet items, paper crafts, baked goods, hand sewn articles, and wood items. A free event. 9-3pm. 433-5469 or 433-5673
18 Wheatland Music Dance Series at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. Instruction at beginning of dance, no experience needed. Come with or without a partner. Squares, contras, Cajun and ceili – different styles each month. $5 for those 18 and older. 7:30pm.967-8879 Website
18 CMU Home Football Game vs. Western Michigan. Game time TBD. Call 1-888-FIRE-UP2. Website
18 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.
18 & 19, 24-26, 29-30 Corn Maze at Papa’s Pumpkin Patch sponsored by Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation. Come and try to find all check points at the corn maze and win a t-shirt! 18th 12-10pm, 19th 12-6pm, 24th 6-10pm, 25th 12-5pm and 6-10pm Teen only, 26th 12-pm, 29th and 30th 6-10pm Haunted. 779-5331 Website
23 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
24 & 25 Michigan Story Festival on the campus of CMU and the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. Performances by storytellers, magicians, dancers, and musicians. This is a free event. 774-2694 Website
25 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.
30 Farmer’s Market in Island Park. 7:30-3pm. 779-5331 Website
November
1 Optimist Dinner/Raffle at the Comfort Inn and Conference Center. 6pm-Midnight. $125 per couple. Contact Jim Binder at 989-779-6381 for more information.
1 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
7 & 8 The Mushy Pumpkin Massacre at Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Mt. Pleasant. Event is a fun way to dispose of your Halloween pumpkins. Drop you pumpkin from the tower, throw it over Mount Pleasant, Bowl it down the hill, or shoot it 200 feet in the trebuchet. Friday 4:30-6pm and Saturday 11-3pm. 773-7750 Website
7 Spirit Feast at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 6-8pm. 775-4750 Website
8 & 9 Shipshewana on the Road at the Soaring Eagle Casino. Over 100 dealers selling their wares at discounted prices. $3 per person and children under 12 are free. Saturday 9-6pm and Sunday 10-5pm. 269-979-8888 Website
14 & 15 An Old Fashioned Christmas at Loafers Glory in Blanchard. Enjoy Christmas carolers, a live nativity, dulcimer players, carriage rides, and shopping at Loafers Glory. 6-9pm. 561-2020
15 Wheatland Music Dance Series at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. Instruction at beginning of dance, no experience needed. Come with or without a partner. Squares, contras, Cajun and ceili – different styles each month. $5 for those 18 and older. 7:30pm. 967-8879 Website
15 Bazaar, Bake Sale, and Lunch at 1906 Lynnwood Dr. in Mt. Pleasant. Crafts, lunch, bake goods, noodles, and pastries, etc. 773-9720
15 25th Annual Keepsake Holiday Art and Crafts Show at West Intermediate School. Over 70 exhibitors from around the state. $2 per person. 681-4023
15 Collection Showing at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
19 CMU Home Football Game vs. Ball State. Game time 7pm. Call 1-888-FIRE-UP2. Website
December
4 Annual Holiday Tea and Silent Auction at Immanuel Lutheran Church. 4-6pm. 773-4204
4 Eagle Feather Cleansing at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 1-6pm. 775-4750 Website
5 Eagle Feather Honoring at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 1-6pm. 775-4750 Website
5 & 6 A Dicken's Christmas in Downtown Mt. Pleasant. Step back in time and enjoy the holidays the old-fashioned way at Mt. Pleasant's Dickens Christmas Celebration. Come and wander the streets of downtown as the glow of holiday lights settles upon the city, with the scent of pine boughs, roasted almonds and kettle-corn floating in the air, the sound of carolers, and holiday merry-makers accompanying your stroll. Friday night: In-store entertainment and specials, live entertainment at town center, live performance at the Broadway Theatre, carriage rides trolley rides, hay rides, and carolers. Saturday: Pancake breakfast, live entertainment at Town Center, Live performances at the Broadway Theatre, Make and take crafts, storytelling, carriage rides, trolley rides, hay rides, carolers, and a lighted Christmas parade Saturday at 6pm. 779-5348 Website
6 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.
6 Eagle Feather Honoring at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 1-6pm. 775-4750 Website
6 Wheatland Music Jamboree at the Wheatland Music Site in Remus. An informal gathering of acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners. All ages and abilities welcome. This is a free event. 2-5pm. 967-8879 Website
6 Eagle Feather Feast at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 6-8pm. 775-4750 Website
13 Anishinabe Santa at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
20 Anishinabe Santa at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
21 Winter Solstice Feast at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. 775-4750 Website
31 Experience true elegance aboard the Mountain Town Limited Dinner Train. Board the authentic railroad dining car for a leisurely ride along the Central Michigan countryside while served an elegant four course meal. Reservations required, $74.15 and includes tax. 989-775-2337 or 888-772-2014 for hotel and dinner train packages.