Friday, March 20, 2009

THIRDSTONE NEWS AND NOTES - EQUINOX EDITION

THIRDSTONE NEWS AND NOTES: SPECIAL EQUINOX EDITION Hello All!

Here's all the latest news from ThirdStone-Land in Funnville. New ThirdStoned adventures are in the works. Later in April and again in Mid May will be not one but two special ThirdStone exhibition events. As the former ThirdStone Gallery lifeform dissipates into the ethers of memory, the new "ThirdStone Art & Design" begins to develop its new shape(s). My new curatorial project is underway and my new ThirdStone websites are under development currently. Plus, I should have news soon as to when and where our first outings in other cities will be taking place. I have to say how refreshing and revitalizing it is for me to no longer be tied to a shop every day. While I do miss that (and the opportunity to yak incessantly at folks who visited), having this newfound flexibility is great and, will help to further the process on some important and exciting new fronts. Meanwhile, I look forward to seeing you all at our two upcoming Spring shows in West Michigan.
THIRDSTONE FRAMING SERVICE CONTINUES - NOW AVAILABLE AT ODDITIES AND ART:
Yup, the new folks moving into ThirdStone's former home want to continue to offer framing services as well so, as far as your framing needs go, it'll be biz as usual (almost) except now you can bring your framing projects to the new Oddities and Art in the same location as ThirdStone was. You can also give me a call anytime at 269-561-8149 or send an email to make a framing appointment.WATCH FOR OUR UPCOMING SPRING FRAMING SPECIALS TOO.
AND EVEN MORE FURNITURE AND STUFF FOR SALE sale....
I'm still selling off lots of cool furniture, lamps, tables, vintage, fifties stuff, various tools, supplies etc. All items can still be seen here in Fennville; just let me know when you'd like to come. As I really need to make s'more space in my home and studio, I'll be regularly adding a whole bunch more new items.See it all right here: http://www.thirdstoneartgallery.com/for-sale-stuff.html I'll be updating this page regularly so visit it any time for the latest additions.If you'd like.advance notice before the weekly ads hit Craig's list and kijiji.com, just EMAIL ME to subscribe to the weekly update list. And, anytime you see something you like on that page, just email me or call me (269-561-8149) and we'll make arrangements for ya to see it in person at your convenience... For those of you further away, I can ship stuff anywhere too and, we have online payments by Paypal as well ------------------------------

MORE FUNNVILLE NEWS:

NEW GALLERY NOW OPENS IN FUNNVILLE - in the former ThirdStone home!
Yep; my friends Kate & Jennfer opened the doors of their new gallery and shop, Oddities & Art in downtown Fennville, in the space formerly occupied by Thirdstone. Offering more than just art, they provide downtown Fennville with a gallery that is fun and interesting for everyone. Oddities & Art offers art and decorative items, affordable & elegant custom framing by ThirdStone Art & Design, vintage furniture, jewelry and a variety of other cool stuff for your home and gift giving needs. More info: www.odditiesandart.com - contactus@odditiesandart.com
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COOL ALLEGAN SHOP AND APARTMENT RENTALS NOW AVAILABLE
Cool as heck downtown Allegan Apartment on the Kazoo River. Tons of character, Two bedrooms/hardwood floors, living and dining rooms, sweet kitchen with walk out to the deck over looking the river! $500 plus utilities. What a deal! Contact Jo Carlson-Glas 269-998-4177 or jocarlsonglas@yahoo.com.

And better yet, 2 VERY COOL retail or office space downtown Allegan, right under the cool as heck apartment that is for rent! 500.00 per store front! Great display windows! Call 269-998-4177. In this same building very successful antique mall, lots of foot traffic, and also very close to the Perrigo discount drug outlet...prime location for exposure to drive-by traffic and right along the river-front walk/gazebo right off parking lot.

And as if that wasn't enough...why not buy the whole building?...you won't believe the space on the second floor...huge...great loft for something...huge, super cool space...again...contact Jo Carlson-Glas. Yes there are some open spaces right now...but this property has terrific rental history. The owner has had health problems for the past year and needs to sell. 269-998-4177/jocarlsonglas@yahoo.com ...and please spread the word. Seller is motived.
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MORE FENNVILLE NEWS: DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL BUILDING AVAILABLE
That's right. Our friend Kym has just put up for sale a large commercial building just across the street from here. Here's her info on it:
Large, single story building for sale downtown Fennville - Main Street, between Alexander's Drug Store and Ray's Automotive. Almost 3000 sq. ft. of floor space with a couple of divisions in place, including an office, utility room, and very large open spaces for your imagination to fill. Cool view of the trains hustling through town, and everyone else as well from this location. It hosts its own billboard on the east side of the building too. Priced fairly…at only $80K. Contact Kym at kymzumbrink@hotmail.com or 269-637-3555.
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SUPER-SWEET KITTY LILLY NEEDS A HOME:
From my neighbor Melissa: Lilly is an affectionate and gentle cat who needs to be in a home where she is the only animal. Because she is so sweet, she will not defend herself against her "mean" brothers who tease her too much This is causing her some distress, so she needs a loving home that is willing to play with her and cuddle her. She is almost 5-years old, a black and white tuxedo, soft fur, declawed and spayed an has a really sweet personality. All of her shots are also up-to-date. Contact Melissa, melrab5@hotmail.com
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NEWS FROM KISMET FARM IN FENNVILLE
Mari & Chris sent us an update with some exciting news for their 2009 season...
"Greetings to all,We have weathered through and are looking forward to spring !! This spring will bring many changes for Kismet Farm.
To name a few:
Vegetables - yes lovely veggies!
Chickens -for eggs!!
Piggies who can eat our farm excess and for our family to enjoy !
Farmers markets-yes we are going to market !
Farm stand on the land !!!
Increased focus on u-pick-
We will not be operating a csa in the same way as we did in 2008, but.... This allows us to make market days a priority and to have regular u-pick days .
This season we will have a sign up sheet for volume purchases. We will work our way down the list as fruit is available. Yes this means less pre picked bulk fruit.
We will soon send out a calender with more information telling you, when and where you can find us through the season. Prices wont be established until costs have been assessed, a week or 2 before each fruit crop becomes available for harvest.
Please tell us how many flats or cases (pears,tomatoes) you would like to put up.There are no deposits required- but we will limit strawberries to 1 flat per family. Pick up will be scheduled 1 week in advance –please include your telephone #.
Our crops this year will include: Strawberries, Tomatoes, Pears, Blueberries & Raspberries.
Kismet will also be having a breadmaking class on March 15th in the evening. For information on this and all the rest, contact them at kismetorganics@yahoo.com - 269-857-9998. Be sure to get on their email list for more updates soon!

Kismet Farm - 5889 124th ave. - Fennville Michigan U.S.A. - kismetorganics@yahoo.com - 269-857-9998
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GREAT HOUSE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL SOON - RIGHT NEAR LAKE MACATAWA
Our friend Sue has a wonderful house in an extremely desirable lcation that will be for rent soon at 736 Parks Ave on the far South side of Holland right near Lake Mac. The house has two upstairs bedrooms and a possible bedroom/study downstairs. It has one bathroom. The rent is $825.OO a month plus utilities.and the renters would maintain the yard. The house is walking distance to "Big Red" and very close to the Piper restaurant. It has a private, fenced backyard that has an area for a garden. The water is well water and it has a septic system for sewer. There are bike paths close by and lots of places to walk. It is a very peaceful place with lots of charm and is nicely appointed and in excellent "move-in" condition. The house will be available about June. Please contact Sblaine27@hotmail.com or (503)588-8373 if you or someone you know is interested.
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MORE NEWS

NEW RICHMOND HOUSE NOW AVAILABLE FOR DAY BOOKINGS FOR WORKSHOPS, CLASSES AND MORE
Need a place to hold your next workshop, art class, seminar or group meeting? New Richmond House is for you. New single day super-affordable rates (PLUS options to provide your out-of-town participants with a place to stay) and, a great location right on the Kalamazoo River make it the perfect place for holding a wide variety of events and activities. (ThirdStone Institute will be holding its Spring series of art classes/workshops this season too). To book your date(s) or for more information, call 269-227-3574 or email Midcoast@accn.org
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BEAT the BLUES! - Handmade, Vintage & Recycled Artists' TREASURE SALE - this Sunday March 22nd, 1 til 5pm

GLORIOUS HANDMADE jewelry, photos, art, fiber art, pottery, scarves, mermaids, dolls, collectibles, recycled stuff & more! From Artists Barbara & Liz Paxson, Betsie Withey, Marianna Maver, Jillian Mead, Janice Miles, Robin Tinholt, + ??

AFFORDABLE and BEAUTIFUL ART! - SALE Prices and Lots of Cool Recycled Goodies!

OPTIONAL: Raffle for a piece of Liz's art, $200 VALUE – proceeds to be donated to Women for Women International- helping women in war-torn areas to rebuild their lives. TICKETS $5 EACH.

Light Refreshments will be at hand. - WHEN: Sunday March 22, 1 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Liz Paxson's House- 3258 Lorrimar Lane, Saugatuck - CALL: 269-857-5496 . (directions: Blue Star Hwy.- East on Old Allegan Rd.- Right on Lorrimar Lane- 3rd on right, OR Blue Star to 63rd St. South to Old Allegan, turn left then jog right on Lorrimar.) Please Park along the road
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ARTIST OPPORTUNITY AT WASHINGTON SQUARE GALLERY

From our friend Pia: Washington Square Art Gallery has an opening for a new artist. The gallery is a cooperative, with a monthly fee and members working 12-14 hours every 4 weeks. It is located at 453 Washington Ave , Holland .
There are two options for artists:
1. $50 per month with artist receiving 70% of the income from their sales.
OR
2. $75 per month ($100 per month starting June 1) with artist receiving 90% of the income from their sales.

Opened in March 2008, the gallery physically expanded in October 2008. Past gallery shows and receptions were:
-Grand Opening – April 2008
-Summer Party – June 2008
-Billy Mayer Featured Artist – September 2008
-Hospice Art Donation Show – November 2008
-Valentine “For the Love of Art” – February 2009

For more information, please contact Pia Brown via piabrown@sbcglobal.net OR Chris Brown at Pereddies Restaurant at 616-394-3061. If interested, submit your artwork either electronically or in person at Pereddies by April 1.
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Allegan Arts Council presents Art in the Garden ~ Gracious Gardens - Sat., March 28, 2009 10:00am - 5:00pm
Can we take a moment of your time to tell you about our upcoming fundraiser? A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the August Children's Summer Art Camps held at the Griswold Auditorium. Our purpose in raising funds is two-fold: organizers would like to 1) expand the camps and 2) keep camp fees reasonable. Our event is simply a fun way to make this happen!
"Art in the Garden ~ Gracious Gardens", Sat., March 28, 2009 10:00am - 5:00pm, Griswold Auditorium (lower level), 401 Hubbard Street, Allegan

Area artists will have art for your garden for sale. Donated items will be raffled off all day long and lunch will be available. This is a unique first-time event not offered anywhere else in southwestern Michigan.Admission is free, and we are expecting a capacity crowd of shoppers. Following this event is:

Swamp Water Alley ~ Cocktail Reception, Sat., March 28, 2009 5:00 - 8:00pm, Griswold Auditorium (main level)
Tickets are $10 and include one free drink & complimentary hors d'oeuvres. The fun starts upstairs just as the booths on the lower level at the Griswold are closing. A Silent Auction will include donated hand-made items, including unusual terrariums for your home and artwork for your garden. Decorated as a southern garden, you will hardly recognize the Griswold!
Pianists will provide a soothing backdrop for you to browse the the auction and chat with friends.Tickets are available from any board member or can be delivered at no additional charge by calling 269.288.2993.Please join us for an event that will provide you and your garden hope for an early Spring!
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Enrollment for spring classes and workshops is now open at SmartShop in Kalamazoo
Want to make your own metal art? Think the SmartShop is the coolest place on Earth? ENROLL NOW!

Enrollment for spring classes and workshops is now open. Pound out the winter doldrums and warm up the creative juices inside SmartShop's studio!

Create metal sculptures and other treasures while learning welding or blacksmithing. Finish your projects during open studio workshops. Bring the whole family in for fun and surprises.

SmartShop brings back the popular Hand Forged One Piece Knives Workshop for two sessions this spring! Be sure not to miss visiting artist Bruce Woodward! Work with this infatuated ironworker to make beautiful flowers from steel channel and walk out inspired to continue learning. Plus, get acquainted with copper! Sign up for a two-day clinic with artist Holly Fisher to forge, form and shape this beautiful base metal into a letter opener, bowl, beautiful ginkgo leaf and more.

For more information, class times and to enroll, call 269-345-7285 or visit www.smartshopkalamazoo.com to see the current course offerings.
516 E North Street • Kalamazoo, MI 49007
special@smartshopkalamazoo.com • 269-345-7285 • www.smartshopkalamazoo.com.

On Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 3:49 PM, Smartshop Metal Arts Center <special@smartshopkalamazoo.com> wrote:
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Satya Yoga News
Just a reminder that COUPLES YOGA begins this Friday, March 20 at 6pm. The workshop was such a success that we they decided to make this a weekly event!

Past participants commented, "Better than marriage counseling!" ~ "Wonderful date night!" ~ "Nice time to connect with my spouse before the hectic weekend!" ~ "Wow, I never realized yoga poses could be done with a partner....what a nice practice!".Feel free to bring your spouse, partner, child, friend, etc. Or come alone and be open and willing to meet someone new!
See all Satya's classes and events: Use this link to visit ther complete schedule for the month:
http://satyayogacenter.net/ClassSchedule.aspx
visit the site at: www.satyayogacenter.net
3385 Blue Star Highway Saugatuck, MI 49453 - Tel (269) 857-SATYA (7289)
Cell 708-710-3202~ email - satyayogami@yahoo.com
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DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY HOLDS SPAGHETTI DINNER WITH KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP 0N MAR. 26
Discovery Elementary will hold its annual spaghetti dinner and kindergarten roundup on Thursday, March 26th. The event will be held at Discovery School located at the corner of 126th avenue and 56th street from 5:00 to 7:00 pm The cost is $3.00 for adults, $2.00 for students and $15.00 for a group of six. Pre-school children will be admitted free. During the dinner, a silent auction will take place with proceeds going to pay for filed trips for the students.

Also, the Discovery teachers will hold a kindergarten roundup from 4:30 – 5:30 pm. There will be fun activities for the pre-schoolers, including making goo, ice cream, spaghetti pictures, noodle necklaces and food painting

All community members are welcome to come to the dinner. If you have pre-schoolers, bring them along for a great dinner and a fun evening.
More info: Jim Lytle, 269-686-6854, jlytle@fennvillenews.com
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MUSIC NEWS:

Jenna Mammina at the Livery in Benton Harbor - Saturday, March 21
Our good friend Jenna Mammina and New York's TRI-FI will be at The Livery in Downtown Benton Harbor, MI In the Heart of the Arts District... Nice menu great caraft brews and terrific music!
www.liverybrew.com, 190 5th St - Benton Harbor, MI 49022 - (269) 925-8760 for more info.
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MADCAT AND KANE with Shimmin and Schrock - Saturday, March 21 at SC4A
8:00 PM $20 Reserved Seats - Peter “Madcat” Ruth, Shari Kane, Mark Schrock and Mike Shimmin bring their “musical gumbo” of blues, jazz, and folk to the intimate Performance Studio. Their eclectic music blurs the lines between delta and Chicago blues, jump blues, folk blues, and jazz. Says the Detroit Free Press' Bob Talbert, “Madcat is the best blues harmonica player in the world --- and no one plays an audience better, either." www.madcatmusic.net
Tickets for Madcat and Kane may be purchased on-line at SC4A.org or by calling the SCA at 269-857-2399 weekdays from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. EST
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Delilah DeWylde and the Lost Boys at Bell's in Kazoo this weekend
This Saturday March 21st, Delilah DeWylde and the Lost Boys at Bells. Be a part of their live show recording!
Bells Eccentric Cafe, 355 E. Kalamazoo Ave - Kalamazoo, MI . 21+ 9pm, $5 cover. http://www.bellsbeer.com/ for more information
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MIDCOAST MEDIA RECORDING STUDIO RE-OPENS WITH NEW UPGRADES
Yup... local musician, producer and recording engineer Al Weener announced this week that his Midcoast Media Productions recording studio is now again ready to accept clients of all kinds. In addition to the studio's re-organization, overhaul, new staff and new upgrades, Midcast now offers full Pro-Tools implementation, digital editing, mastering and more and ALL AT GREAT RATES. And Midcoast can also provide comfortable lodging nearby at beautiful New Richmond House lodge. For all the details or, to book your sessions, contact Al at 269-227-3574 or Midcoast@accn.org
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JAZZ MONDAYS AT THE WHAT NOT INN
Mondays 6 TIL 10 PM, there's always good jazz at the What Not (with Wally Michaels on piano, Jeff Beavan on bass, and Jack Wilkin on the drums). You'll see and hear various guest musicians and vocalists sitting in too. Call 269-543-3341 or visit http://www.whatnotinn.com for more info. The What Not Inn is at M-89 and Blue Star Highway, just West of Fennville

MUSIC WEEKENDS AT EVERYDAY PEOPLE CAFE IN DOUGLAS
Join the nice folks at Everyday People Café every Friday and Saturday in March from 6:30-10:00 p.m. to hear some really cool jazz. You’ll see the likes of the Eddy Curtis Jazz Duo and Rick Hicks Blues Guitar. For more info visit http://everydaypeoplecafe.com or call 269-857-4240. Everyday People Cafe is located downtown Douglas on Center St.

MUSIC AT FOUNDRY HALL FEBRUARY SCHEDULE:

Saturday March 21: Wepecket Island Records' ROLLING ROOTS REVUE 7:30 pm
Be part of an historic event as Andru Bemis, "Ragtime" Jack Radcliffe, Andy Cohen, the Dillonaires and the Wepecket Island Records' gang of artists present an evening of passionate exploration into America's music. The entire Wepecket family is going on the road to bring traditional American music to as many people as possible over a month-long trek that takes them from Philadelphia down through Appalachia and into the Delta, up the Mississippi Valley to Ohio and Michigan, to the East Coast. $15 ($13 adv/members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time. 7:30 pm

Friday March 27: LEE MURDOCK 7:30 pm. With a deeper understanding of the folk process, Lee Murdock's repertoire combines historical research and contemporary insights. Making folk music for the modern era, Murdock's work is a documentary and also an anthem to the people who live, work, learn and play along the freshwater highways of North America. $10 ($8 members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time. 7:30 pm

422 Eagle St -South Haven, MI 49090-2524 - (269) 767-5453 - www.foundryhall.com
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That's it for this issue and, as always Thanks for readin'.

Bruce!

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

THIRDSTONE NEWS AND NOTES: EARLY MARCH EDITION

THIRDSTONE NEWS AND NOTES: EARLY MARCH EDITION

THIRDSTONE E - NEWS:NEW GALLERY OPENS IN THIRDSTONE'S FORMER HOME THIS WEEK

Hello All!
Here's all the latest news from ThirdStone-Land in Funnville.

At long last, I've wrapped up my move which is now finally allowing me to get to some of the other intriguing new ThirdStoned adventures that are in the works. I'll have some very interesting news reagrding all of that in upcoming issues of thsi newsletter - stay tuned n'pruned!

THIRDSTONE FRAMING SERVICE CONTINUES - NOW AVAILABLE AT ODDITIES AND ART:
Yup, the new folks moving into ThirdStone's former home want to continue to offer framing services as well so, as far as your framing needs go, it'll be biz as usual (almost) except now you can bring your framing projects to the new Oddities and Art in the same location as ThirdStone was. You can also give me a call anytime at 269-561-8149 or send an email to make a framing appointment.WATCH FOR OUR UPCOMING SPRING FRAMING SPECIALS TOO.

AND EVEN MORE FURNITURE AND STUFF FOR SALE sale.... I'm still selling offlots of cool furniture, lamps, tables, vintage, fifties stuff, various tools, supplies etc. All items can still be seen here in Fennville; just let me know when you'd like to come. As I've decided to make s'more space in my home and studio, I'll be regularly adding a whole bunch more new items.See it all right here: http://www.thirdstoneartgallery.com/for-sale-stuff.html I'll be updating this page regularly so visit it any time for the latest additions.If you'd like.advance notice before the weekly ads hit Craig's list and kijiji.com, just EMAIL ME to subscribe to the weekly update list. And, anytime you see something you like on that page, just email me or call me (269-561-8149) and we'll make arrangements for ya to see it in person at your convenience...
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MORE FUNNVILLE NEWS:

NEW GALLERY OPENS THIS WEEK - in the former ThirdStone home!
Yep; our friends Kate & Jennfer are putting the finishing touches on their opening event of their new gallery and shop, Oddities & Art. They're new to Fennville and are anxious to meet folks from the area and, are having a special "meet and Greet" opening event this Friday evening. So, rather than me blather on further, I'll just pass along Kate and Jennifer's invite to you all:

Greetings to all,
For those who know us we wanted to invite you to come and see what we're up to these days; for those we haven't met yet we look forward to getting to know you. Feel free to bring a friend or two and to pass this e-mail on to others you think might be interested. We look forward to meeting you all on Friday! And Thanks for your support,

Jennifer Bonesteel & Kate Clark

HERE'S THEIR INVITE:
Sneak peek preview party! This Friday evening, 6 til 10PM
Oddities & Art is now open in downtown Fennville, in the space formerly occupied by Thirdstone Gallery. We invite everyone to join us on Friday, March 6, 2009 from 6 PM – 10 PM for our Sneak Peek Preview Party. We’re featuring live music by Don Morey. Snacks & beverages will be provided.

Offering more than just art, we provide downtown Fennville with a gallery that is fun and interesting for everyone. Oddities & Art offers art and decorative items, vintage furniture, jewelry and a variety of other products for your home and gift giving needs. More info: www.odditiesandart.com - contactus@odditiesandart.com
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MORE FENNVILLE NEWS: DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL BUILDING IS NOW AVAILABLE!
That's right. Our friend Kym has just put up for sale a large commercial building just across the street from here. Here's her info on it:
Large, single story building for sale downtown Fennville - Main Street, between Alexander's Drug Store and Ray's Automotive. Almost 3000 sq. ft. of floor space with a couple of divisions in place, including an office, utility room, and very large open spaces for your imagination to fill. Cool view of the trains hustling through town, and everyone else as well from this location. It hosts its own billboard on the east side of the building too. Priced VERY fairly…at only $80K. Contact Kym at kymzumbrink@hotmail.com or 269-637-3555.
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SUPER-SWEET KITTY LILLY NEEDS A HOME:
From my neighbor Melissa: Lilly is an affectionate and gentle cat who needs to be in a home where she is the only animal. Because she is so sweet, she will not defend herself against her "mean" brothers who tease her too much This is causing her some distress, so she needs a loving home that is willing to play with her and cuddle her. She is almost 5-years old, a black and white tuxedo, soft fur, declawed and spayed an has a really sweet personality. All of her shots are also up-to-date. Contact Melissa, melrab5@hotmail.com
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NEWS FROM KISMET FARM IN FENNVILLE
Mari & Chris sent us an update with some exciting news for their 2009 season...
"Greetings to all,We have weathered through and are looking forward to spring !! This spring will bring many changes for Kismet Farm.
To name a few:
Vegetables - yes lovely veggies!
Chickens -for eggs!!
Piggies who can eat our farm excess and for our family to enjoy !
Farmers markets-yes we are going to market !
Farm stand on the land !!!
Increased focus on u-pick-
We will not be operating a csa in the same way as we did in 2008, but.... This allows us to make market days a priority and to have regular u-pick days .
This season we will have a sign up sheet for volume purchases. We will work our way down the list as fruit is available. Yes this means less pre picked bulk fruit.
We will soon send out a calender with more information telling you, when and where you can find us through the season. Prices wont be established until costs have been assessed, a week or 2 before each fruit crop becomes available for harvest.
Please tell us how many flats or cases (pears,tomatoes) you would like to put up.There are no deposits required- but we will limit strawberries to 1 flat per family. Pick up will be scheduled 1 week in advance –please include your telephone #.
Our crops this year will include: Strawberries, Tomatoes, Pears, Blueberries & Raspberries.
Kismet will also be having a breadmaking class on March 15th in the evening. For information on this and all the rest, contact them at kismetorganics@yahoo.com - 269-857-9998. Be sure to get on their email list for more updates soon!

Kismet Farm - 5889 124th ave. - Fennville Michigan U.S.A. - kismetorganics@yahoo.com - 269-857-9998
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GREAT HOUSE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL SOON - RIGHT NEAR LAKE MACATAWA
Our friend Sue has a wonderful house in an extremely desirable lcation that will be for rent soon at 736 Parks Ave on the far South side of Holland right near Lake Mac. The house has two upstairs bedrooms and a possible bedroom/study downstairs. It has one bathroom. The rent is $825.OO a month plus utilities.and the renters would maintain the yard. The house is walking distance to "Big Red" and very close to the Piper restaurant. It has a private, fenced backyard that has an area for a garden. The water is well water and it has a septic system for sewer. There are bike paths close by and lots of places to walk. It is a very peaceful place with lots of charm and is nicely appointed and in excellent "move-in" condition. The house will be available about June. Please contact Sblaine27@hotmail.com or (503)588-8373 if you or someone you know is interested.
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MORE NEWS

NEW RICHMOND HOUSE NOW AVAILABLE FOR DAY BOOKINGS FOR WORKSHOPS, CLASSES AND MORE
Need a place to hold your next workshop, art class, seminar or group meeting? New Richmond House is for you. New single day super-affordable rates (PLUS options to provide your out-of-town participants with a place to stay) and, a great location right on the Kalamazoo River make it the perfect place for holding a wide variety of events and activities. (ThirdStone Institute will be holding its Spring series of art classes/workshops this season too). To book your date(s) or for more information, call 269-227-3574 or email Midcoast@accn.org
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BEAT the BLUES! - Handmade, Vintage & Recycled Artists' TREASURE SALE - Sunday March 22nd, 1 til 5pm

GLORIOUS HANDMADE jewelry, photos, art, fiber art, pottery, scarves, mermaids, dolls, collectibles, recycled stuff & more! From Artists Barbara & Liz Paxson, Betsie Withey, Marianna Maver, Jillian Mead, Janice Miles, Robin Tinholt, + ??

AFFORDABLE and BEAUTIFUL ART! - SALE Prices and Lots of Cool Recycled Goodies!

OPTIONAL: Raffle for a piece of Liz's art, $200 VALUE – proceeds to be donated to Women for Women International- helping women in war-torn areas to rebuild their lives. TICKETS $5 EACH.

Light Refreshments will be at hand. - WHEN: Sunday March 22, 1 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Liz Paxson's House- 3258 Lorrimar Lane, Saugatuck - CALL: 269-857-5496 . (directions: Blue Star Hwy.- East on Old Allegan Rd.- Right on Lorrimar Lane- 3rd on right, OR Blue Star to 63rd St. South to Old Allegan, turn left then jog right on Lorrimar.) Please Park along the road
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ARTIST OPPORTUNITY AT WASHINGTON SQUARE GALLERY

From our friend Pia: Washington Square Art Gallery has an opening for a new artist. The gallery is a cooperative, with a monthly fee and members working 12-14 hours every 4 weeks. It is located at 453 Washington Ave , Holland .
There are two options for artists:
1. $50 per month with artist receiving 70% of the income from their sales.
OR
2. $75 per month ($100 per month starting June 1) with artist receiving 90% of the income from their sales.

Opened in March 2008, the gallery physically expanded in October 2008. Past gallery shows and receptions were:
-Grand Opening – April 2008
-Summer Party – June 2008
-Billy Mayer Featured Artist – September 2008
-Hospice Art Donation Show – November 2008
-Valentine “For the Love of Art” – February 2009

For more information, please contact Pia Brown via piabrown@sbcglobal.net OR Chris Brown at Pereddies Restaurant at 616-394-3061. If interested, submit your artwork either electronically or in person at Pereddies by April 1.
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Allegan Arts Council presents Art in the Garden ~ Gracious Gardens - Sat., March 28, 2009 10:00am - 5:00pm
Can we take a moment of your time to tell you about our upcoming fundraiser? A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the August Children's Summer Art Camps held at the Griswold Auditorium. Our purpose in raising funds is two-fold: organizers would like to 1) expand the camps and 2) keep camp fees reasonable. Our event is simply a fun way to make this happen!
"Art in the Garden ~ Gracious Gardens", Sat., March 28, 2009 10:00am - 5:00pm, Griswold Auditorium (lower level), 401 Hubbard Street, Allegan

Area artists will have art for your garden for sale. Donated items will be raffled off all day long and lunch will be available. This is a unique first-time event not offered anywhere else in southwestern Michigan.Admission is free, and we are expecting a capacity crowd of shoppers. Following this event is:

Swamp Water Alley ~ Cocktail Reception, Sat., March 28, 2009 5:00 - 8:00pm, Griswold Auditorium (main level)
Tickets are $10 and include one free drink & complimentary hors d'oeuvres. The fun starts upstairs just as the booths on the lower level at the Griswold are closing. A Silent Auction will include donated hand-made items, including unusual terrariums for your home and artwork for your garden. Decorated as a southern garden, you will hardly recognize the Griswold!
Pianists will provide a soothing backdrop for you to browse the the auction and chat with friends.Tickets are available from any board member or can be delivered at no additional charge by calling 269.288.2993.Please join us for an event that will provide you and your garden hope for an early Spring!
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FOR SALE:
* Linkpoint F10 Charge Cards System (Top of the line - used seasonally, 4 yrs.
* Two units: One takes charge cards and one, debit cards (never used). Immediate "approval" and money goes immediately into your account.
* $1,500 new, (in 2005, NOW would cost EVEN more) selling for $800.00.
* Includes all cords, plug in and paperwork.
* Ready to install with a phone call
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Satya Yoga News
Just a reminder for Satya's workshop this weekend based on the best selling book Sacred Contracts by Caroline Myss
Satya is so excited to welcome Kim Richardson, a 10 year student of Ms. Myss, who just returned from training with her in Oak Park, IL (where Ms. Myss resides). It will be fresh, real, and to the point. You will learn how to identify how you project yourself in certain relationships and situations - and how to turn them into productive interactions, utilizing your best skills and projecting yourself with confidence and security knowing "this is who I am, and this is where I am supposed to be." From there, Kim takes us to the "....now what?"Kim is a powerful leader.......and a thorough presenter. This is the real deal. Not someone reading from a book and drawing on a board.
PLEASE consider attending - so important for US as individuals, as well as US - the community - as well as US - globally! The event is Saturday, March 7th - 2 to 4pm - $30.. To confirm, please email back CONFIRM MYSS, and you may pay the day of. If you have any questions at all - please email me, or phone anytime.

See all our classes and events: Use this link to visit our complete schedule for the month:
http://satyayogacenter.net/ClassSchedule.aspx
www.satyayogacenter.net
3385 Blue Star Highway Saugatuck, MI 49453 - Tel (269) 857-SATYA (7289)
Cell 708-710-3202~ email - satyayogami@yahoo.com
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MUSIC NEWS:

Michigan Mark DePree and Aardvark Stew at One Trick Pony March 5
Thursday, March 5 - Michigan Mark and The Aardvark Stew at the Acoustic Stew at One Trick Pony (you all know how to get there) - 8-11pm. FREE. Mark says: "The Aardvark Stew will feature: Kevin DePree-drums, Matt Fouts-bass, Rolly Smith-sax and flute, and a very special addition to the lineup will be Bob VanStee on keyboards. Bob has been playing keys around town for many years and has been a long time friend of the local jazz, blues and folk music scene. I haven't performed with a keyboard player for about 20 years so this should be a lot of fun. So come on down and enjoy the Good food, good jams, good drinks, and good folks at The Pony."
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BRIAN CUTEAN IN CONCERT SATURDAY MARCH 7 - TEAPOTS CAFE, BEECHER, IL
My crazy brother who resides in Oregon must miss the snow and cold as he's decided on a midwinter visit to the midwest. Anyway, for all of you Chicago area folks, there's a nice opportuity to hear him this weekend in a new and interesting venue:: Teapots is an intimate room and a unique venue (a combination coffeehouse and antique store) in the far south suburbs of Chi-town. The sound is good and tea and coffee are hot and abundant and the folks are friendly. Come out and bring yer friends and requests.
Teapots Café and Antiques, 610 Gould St. - Beecher, IL 60401, 708.946.9920
www.QTNRG.org - myspace.com/brianQTN - myspace.com/QTNstrumentals
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MADCAT AND KANE with Shimmin and Schrock - Saturday, March 21 at SC4A
8:00 PM $20 Reserved Seats - Peter “Madcat” Ruth, Shari Kane, Mark Schrock and Mike Shimmin bring their “musical gumbo” of blues, jazz, and folk to the intimate Performance Studio. Their eclectic music blurs the lines between delta and Chicago blues, jump blues, folk blues, and jazz. Says the Detroit Free Press' Bob Talbert, “Madcat is the best blues harmonica player in the world --- and no one plays an audience better, either." www.madcatmusic.net
Tickets for Madcat and Kane may be purchased on-line at SC4A.org or by calling the SCA at 269-857-2399 weekdays from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. EST
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Jenna Mammina at the Livery in Benton Harbor - Saturday, March 21
Our good friend Jenna Mammina and New York's TRI-FI will be at The Livery in Downtown Benton Harbor, MI In the Heart of the Arts District... Nice menu great caraft brews and terrific music!
www.liverybrew.com, 190 5th St - Benton Harbor, MI 49022 - (269) 925-8760 for more info.
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MIDCOAST MEDIA RECORDING STUDIO RE-OPENS WITH NEW UPGRADES
Yup... local musician, producer and recording engineer Al Weener announced this week that his Midcoast Media Productions recording studio is now again ready to accept clients of all kinds. In addition to the studio's re-organization, overhaul, new staff and new upgrades, Midcast now offers full Pro-Tools implementation, digital editing, mastering and more and ALL AT GREAT RATES. And Midcoast can also provide comfortable lodging nearby at beautiful New Richmond House lodge. For all the details or, to book your sessions, contact Al at 269-227-3574 or Midcoast@accn.org
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JAZZ MONDAYS AT THE WHAT NOT INN
Mondays 6 TIL 10 PM, there's always good jazz at the What Not (with Wally Michaels on piano, Jeff Beavan on bass, and Jack Wilkin on the drums). You'll see and hear various guest musicians and vocalists sitting in too. Call 269-543-3341 or visit http://www.whatnotinn.com for more info. The What Not Inn is at M-89 and Blue Star Highway, just West of Fennville

MUSIC WEEKENDS AT EVERYDAY PEOPLE CAFE IN DOUGLAS
Join the nice folks at Everyday People Café every Friday and Saturday in March from 6:30-10:00 p.m. to hear some really cool jazz. You’ll see the likes of the Eddy Curtis Jazz Duo and Rick Hicks Blues Guitar. For more info visit http://everydaypeoplecafe.com or call 269-857-4240. Everyday People Cafe is located downtown Douglas on Center St.

MUSIC AT FOUNDRY HALL FEBRUARY SCHEDULE:
Thursday March 5: - THE BITTERSWEETS 7:30 pm
The Bittersweets - recently moved to Nashville from San Francisco - are Chris Meyers on guitar, keyboards, and vocals; vocalist/guitarist Hannah Prater; and Steve Bowman (Counting Crows, Third Eye Blind) on drums. To put it simply, they live up to their name. They join together yellows and blues, sunniness and melancholy with evocative song lyrics and lush arrangements, and lift it all to epic heights with transcendent melodies and Prater's gilded voice. $7 ($5 members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time.

Friday March 13:
Pop Punk Show feat. EXIT 49, HOPELESS HEROES, KALINE 7:30 pm
Details TBA. $7 ($5 members/advance). TIckets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time. 7:30 pm ]

Saturday March 14: SWING INTO SPRING Social Dance - guest instructor, Jack Hunt 7:30 pm
Hope blooms eternal in the promise of Spring! Come and dance away your winter doldrums to upbeat tempos! A variety of music including Tango, Swing, Salsa, Foxtrot and Waltz will stimulate and encourage you as you enjoy the fantastic, smoke free environment and large dance floor. The Foundry will be magically turned into a Swinger's mecca by interior designer Sue Frazier and there will be a Swing Dance lesson offered at 8:00 p.m. by Guest Instructor Jack Hunt. $10 ($8 adv/members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before the dance. 7:30 pm

Saturday March 21: Wepecket Island Records' ROLLING ROOTS REVUE 7:30 pm
Be part of an historic event as Andru Bemis, "Ragtime" Jack Radcliffe, Andy Cohen, the Dillonaires and the Wepecket Island Records' gang of artists present an evening of passionate exploration into America's music. The entire Wepecket family is going on the road to bring traditional American music to as many people as possible over a month-long trek that takes them from Philadelphia down through Appalachia and into the Delta, up the Mississippi Valley to Ohio and Michigan, to the East Coast. $15 ($13 adv/members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time. 7:30 pm

Friday March 27: LEE MURDOCK 7:30 pm. With a deeper understanding of the folk process, Lee Murdock's repertoire combines historical research and contemporary insights. Making folk music for the modern era, Murdock's work is a documentary and also an anthem to the people who live, work, learn and play along the freshwater highways of North America. $10 ($8 members). Tickets available at www.foundryhall.com, 800.838.3006, Wolverine Hardware, and at the door 30 minutes before show time. 7:30 pm

422 Eagle St -South Haven, MI 49090-2524 - (269) 767-5453 - www.foundryhall.com
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MISSISSIPPI GABE CARTER PERFORMANCE - AT THE MUTINY, CHICAGO IL, THIS THURSDAY
Our pal Gabe will be performing in Chicago Thursday evening at a cool little place called "The Mutiny". It will start right at 9:00pm. Gabe's set will open the show followed by two other bands. 2428 N Western Ave. Chicago, (773) 486-7774
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That's it for now folks. Thanks for readin'. More interesting stuff comin' atcha soon in upcoming issues. And as always, thanks for readin'!!

Bruce!