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Sunsets at Stonecliffe – Nelson Olstrom – June 19, 2012

This evening features Northern Michigan singer/songwriter Nelson Olstrom live from the Inn at Stonecliffe Portico. Olstrom has worked tirelessly to craft a heartfelt folk rock sound that has earned the respect of his peers and critics alike.

Amazing views of the bridge and straits, excellent food and cocktails on the portico outside!

Music starts at 6pm and ends at 9pm….

Nelson is a native of North Western Lower Michigan, born and raised in “Boyne Country”. As a life long musician, playing music has allowed him the opportunity to travel the US and Europe; performing from Mackinaw City, Michigan to Madeira Beach, Florida and from Stockholm, Sweden to St Moritz, Switzerland. These Days “Boyne Country” is home again. Performing a variety of musical styles ranging from acoustic, pop, rock, country and blues, has made Nelson a favorite on the Northern Michigan music scene. (http://nelsonolstrom.com)

Admission is free.

Sunsets at Stonecliffe features music and art in the beautiful setting of the Inn at Stonecliffe, once Mackinac Island’s largest summer home, now a beautiful resort.

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Sunsets at Stonecliffe – Pete Kehoe – June 12, 2012

On June 12, the Sunsets at Stonecliffe Concert Series features the music of Pete Kehoe and artwork of Pam Finkel live from the Inn at Stonecliffe Portico!

Amazing views of the bridge and straits, excellent food and cocktails on the portico outside!

Music starts at 6pm and ends at 9pm….

Pete’s been performing professionally for over 25 years, in groups of all kinds and as a solo artist. He’s played venues of all sizes all over the U.S. and Canada, and has opened up for artists such as The Romantics, Foghat, Humble Pie, Jonathan Edwards, Matt “Guitar” Murphy, Mitch Ryder, Rick Derringer, and most recently, Hootie & The Blowfish. http://www.petemusic.com.

Admission is free.

Sunsets at Stonecliffe features music and art in the beautiful setting of the Inn at Stonecliffe, once Mackinac Island’s largest summer home, now a beautiful resort.

Visit The Inn at Stonecliffe Website >>>>

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Memorial Day Observance at Fort Mackinac and the Post Cemetery – May 28, 2012

Monday, May 28, 2012 – 8:30 a.m.

A brief and informal Memorial Day observance to pay tribute to the soldiers who served at Fort Mackinac.

Soldiers will assemble at 8:30 a.m. at Fort Mackinac, march to the cemetery, perform a short ceremony and salute, and return to the fort.

No admission is charged for this event.

Below is a video clip of parts of the Memorial Day Service from 2008.

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Grand Hotel – 125th Anniversary Special – May 8, 9 and 10 – $125 per person

$125. Per person, per night*
Includes full breakfast, Grand Luncheon Buffet, evening cocktail reception, 5-course dinner, and free golf greens fees (cart fee required).

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, May 8, 9, and 10, 2012 *.

Included in the nightly rate of $125* per person are the Grand Luncheon Buffet, accommodations, full breakfast and 5-course dinner daily, a cocktail reception each evening, and free golf greens fees (cart fee required). Join us this year with this sensational rate and Celebrate Michigan!

Beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 29th phone lines will be open for this special offer at
1-800-33 GRAND (334-7263).

*Dates are subject to availability. Available for new reservations only. Limit 2 rooms per guest. Rate subject to 19.5% added hotel charge, 6% Michigan sales tax, 2% Mackinac Island Assessment Fee and one time baggage handling charge of $7.50 per person.

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Mackinac Island Ferry Schedule – Fall & Winter – 2012 – 13

Arnold Transit Co. – February 3, 2013
Due to the current ice conditions, there will be no departures until further notice. Thank you for riding with us and we will see you when the ice melts!

Arnold Transit Co. Website Information

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You can reach Mackinac Island by air during the winter suspension of boat ferry service.

Air service is provided from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island by Great Lakes Air:

Great Lakes Air
906-643-7165
1220 N. State Street
Saint Ignace, Michigan 49781

 
 

Mission Point Resort – Cookbook Series

Mission Point Cookbook Series
New to Mission Point and a Mackinac Island exclusive, the Mission Point Cookbook Series is a special weeklong dinner menu of quintessential dishes curated from classic cookbooks.

The third week of the month, May through October

May
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking by Marcella Hazan

June
The Silver Palate by Julee Rosso and Sheila Lukins

July
The Gramercy Tavern by Dorothy Kalins and Michael Anthony

August
Recipes from an Italian Summer

September
The Silver Spoon

October
Molto Gusto by Mario Batali

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Mission Point Resort On Facebook

Below are the latest postings from the Mission Point Resort Page On Facebook.

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