February 13th, 2010 - Saturday, Winter Carnival on South Manistique Lake.Many fun events on the ice – South Manistique Lake, Dog Sled Rides, Chili Cook-off, Curtis Fish Coop ( Ice Fishing) Music, Food Booths, Bake Sale, Children’s Games, Cake Walk, Children’s Pinata, Ice Golf, Turkey Bowling, Kid’s Mini Sled Challenge and Snow Sculptures.
February 18, 2010 - 7:00 pm Music in Erickson Center - Michelle Chenard
March 19th & 20th, 2010 - 7:00 pm at the Erickson Center - "Yooper Home Companion" - Performance by the Portage Players
April 17th, 2010 - Three Lakes Area Fireworks Council presents the 4th Annual Spring 50's/60's & 70's Dance Night! At Tony's Whitefish Inn - Downtown Curtis. 7pm to 11pm. Hoola Hoop and Dance Contest, Best Era Costume, 50/50 Raffles and More!! Music by Monique. Tickets $5 in advance and $6 at the Door. Tickets available at Tony's Whitefish Inn & Village Market.
May 13th-16th - North of 45 Retreat for Writers Featuring an all inclusive weekend workshop for writers of any style at Chamberlin’s Ole Forest Inn. Contact Kelly Chamberlin at 906-586-6000 or the Erickson Center to register.
May 15th Writer’s Read Enjoy the original works of the writers participating in the North of 45 Retreat for Writers at the Erickson Center at 7:00 p.m. $5 admission at the door.
May 21st Youth Recital Alanna Schnell’s students will perform dance numbers, tumbling routines and vocal selections at 7:00 p.m. at the Erickson Center. $5 admission at the door.
May 22nd Guitar Club Gig - This group of local idividuals will share their talents at the Erickson Center from 7pm to 9pm - Donations at the door.
May 29th & 30th - WALLEYE JAMBOREE!! Saturday and Sunday only this year - Call Watson's Marina for details 906 586 9731
May 29th Auction Fundraiser for the Fireworks Council at Tony's Whitefish Inn at 1:00 pm.June 1st At the Erickson Center - Voice Recital Jomay Bomber’s students will perform a varied program of art, folk, christian and broadway songs at 7:00 p.m. Free admission.
June24th-27th Above the Bridge Songwriter’s Weekend Featuring an all inclusive weekend workshop for songwriters, musicians and music lovers. Contact Kelly Chamberlin at 906-586-6000 or the Erickson Center to register.
June 26th Above the Bridge Songwriter’s Concert Join the participants in the Above the Bridge Songwriter’s Weekend for a public performance at 6:30 p.m. at the Erickson Center. $5 admission at the door.
June 26, 2010 - Grand Marais Garden Tour - Grand Marais
June 27, 2010 - Curtis Chamber Golf Outing, Blue Heron Golf Course details soon!
June 30th June 30th Music in the Park Stormfront begins at 6:30 p.m.
July 3rd July 3rd Follywood A variety show not (nor will ever be) ready for prime time. Ticket are $25 (adults) and $18 (children 12 and under). Ticket price includes a luncheon and will be held on the lawn at Chamberlin’s Old Forest Inn at 1:00 p.m.
July 4, 2010 (Sunday) Independence Day Celebration Parade at 12:30 and Fireworks at dusk. Lions club chicken BBQ and Chamber food and beer tent, along with Art & Craft vendors all day at the Curtis Park.
July 7th Music in the Park Derrell Syria Project begins at 6:30 p.m. and performs a variety of music.
July 11th Curtis Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble at Blue Heron Golf Course, starts at 11:00 am. Call 906 586-3700 to register. $35 per person for 18 holes, $10 for cart or bring your own! Fun, Food, Prizes!
July 14th Music in the Park Ray, Jim & Scott begin at 6:30 p.m. and perform classic rock & roll music.
July 17th Garden & Vintage Quilt Tour Tour Ronda Blank’s enchanting garden from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Vintage quilts will also be on display. Admission to be determined.
July 21st Music in the Park Juke begins at 6:30 p.m. and performs electric & Chicago style blues, rock, folk and country music.
July 24th Wine & Cheese Tasting & Auction Fundraiser An annual fundraiser held at Chamberlin’s Ole Forest Inn at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 and will be available in advance or at the door.
July 28th Music in the Park Seven Bridges begins at 6:30 p.m. and performs rock and roll and country music.
July 29th-31st The Portage Players host Tumbledown Town This musical comedy begins at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 (adult) and $8 (children 12 and under) and will be available in advance and at the door at the Erickson Center.
August Second Annual Photo Contest Sponsored by the Erickson Center. Judges will select 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in Critic’s Choice category. On September 4th, Art on the Lake attendees will select the People’s Choice award.
August 1st Golf Scramble - sponsored by the Erickson Center. Enjoy a day of golf at the Newberry Country Club beginning at 11:00 am. Annual Fundraising Event.
August 4th Curtis Sidewalk Sales! Sales throughout the stores in town, individual and group rummage/garage sales tables. All day.September 4, 2010 - Saturday Curtis Michigan's Art on the Lake
Art on the Lake is held on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. It is a one day event featuring artists such as: Gail Snively, Helga Flowers, Rachel Gibson, and many more!
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September 6th, 2010 - Monday Curtis 3 Bridge Walk, sponsored by the Three Lakes Area Fireworks Council 8:00 am till 12 Noon.
September 18th - WKLT Yooper Super Extravaganza with Omelette & Finster at Tony's Whitefish Inn from 2PM to 2AM. Pig & Turkey Roast, The Twisted Finsters Band plays from 5pm to 9pm, Fishing Contest and more!
September 24th - Midwest Sled Dog Symposium Concert - This concert featuring Jamie-Sue Seal, is open to the public, begins at 7:00 pm and kicks off the Midwest Sled Dog Symposium. Free admission
September 24th & 25th - 2nd annual Midwest Sled Dog Symposium - at the Erickson Center. Contact Natures Kennel for information 906-748-0513.
September 25, 2010 - Saturday Curtis Chamber of Commerce 3rd Annual Octoberfest. Held in downtown Curtis at the corner of Lake St & Main St. from 12:00 noon - 8:00 pm.
September 30th to Oct. 3rd - Great Midwest Irish Gathering - Erickson Center. Featuring an all inclusive weekend of workshops & performances with antionally & internationally tourng award winning musicians/songwriters.
October 2nd - Great Midwest Irish Gathering Concert. Join the participants of the Gathering for a public performance at the Erickson Center. Time to be announced. $10 admission
October 9th - Harvest Moon Ball at the Erickson Center. Details coming soon.
November 26, 2010 - Friday - Curtis Aglow, Tree Lighting and Parade at Dusk
November 27, 2010 - Saturday - Christmas Bazaar - Craft Show & Food Sales at the Erickson Center for the Arts, 10 am to 4 pm.
November 27, 2010 - Saturday - Deck the Walls Silent Auction - at Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn, 5:30 - 8:00 pm