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 Downtown Development Authority
Village of Port Sanilac
PO Box 107
56 N. Ridge St.
Port Sanilac, MI 48469
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Port Sanilac Portal
All the Good News about Port Sanilac |
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| Greetings! | | The air is beginning to warm and the crocuses are blooming. Soon the daffodils will be showing their sunny heads and boats will be heading into the water. It's spring in Port Sanilac! Plans are being laid for summer so watch this newsletter for information so that you can plan to spend your time relaxing and playing with us here in our beautiful town. We look forward to seeing you. |
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Fantastic Fishing In Port Sanilac
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There is already some fantastic fishing going on off the shores of Port Sanilac this spring. The fishers are making some spectacular catches both off the docks and from their boats. Above you can see a 24 inch, 5 pound steelhead that was caught off the gas dock. That's an option that's open to anyone who's willing to spend some time out in the sunshine with a rod and reel.
Out in the boats they are catching king and coho salmon and lake, brown, and steelhead trout. Occasionally the lucky fisher is also snagging a walleye. As the water begins to warm the walleye should be entering the harbor, too, so that beginner fishermen can have a chance at them.
If you're just a beginner, Mike at Port Sanilac Bait and Sporting Goods, will be happy to outfit you with what you need and teach you the basics of fishing so that you can go out and fish well enough to put some good fillets on the table.
For you expert fishers, Mike has all the latest information on what's biting, where it's at, and what you need to bring in a maximum haul.
Whoever you are, fishing in Port Sanilac is sure to satisfy.
Boaters: The docks at the boat launch have not been put into the water yet so launching boats over 20 feet is not recommended. The docks are usually in the water by mid-April. Watch the Port Sanilac Bait and Sporting Goods Facebook page for regular updates on the status of the docks.
Keep up to date on the latest fishing information by going to Port Sanilac Bait and Sporting Goods Facebook page. |
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Port Sanilac Marina
Annual Openhouse | |
The Port Sanilac Marina is hosting their annual openhouse on
Saturday, April 13, 2013,
from 10 am to 5 pm
join your friends and fellow boaters while you take advantage of discounted launch supplies, win fantastic raffle prizes, and tour multiple 2013 models. The Marina staff will be on hand to answer all of your boating questions and get you ready for this great year.
Remember, in this year of shallow waters, Port Sanilac is a deep water port and is ready to accept all types of boats. We hope you'll dock with us.
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CadillacPhoenix Blues Band Plays the Museum | |
Bring the family out for a rocking good time on
April 14 at 3:00 pm.
The CadillacPhoenix Blues Band, featuring local artists, will be playing their unique mix of Chicago and Texas blues, with a little rock and roll thrown in at the Museum Church. Tickets can be purchased at the door, $10 for adults, $5 for students. All proceeds benefit the museum.
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| Casino Royale Fun-raiser | |
Join in the fun and merry making on April 6 and support the Port Sanilac Annual Antique Boat Show and Vintage Festival.
Do you have a tuxedo or an evening gown? Would you like an excuse to wear them? Dress up for the Casino Royale Night at the Blue Water Sports Bar and Grill on Saturday, April 6, and you will receive $20 in bonus chips to play with. The "casino" will feature poker, craps, blackjack, and more. Prizes will be awarded in lieu of cash. All proceeds for the night will go to support the 2013 Antique Boat and Vintage Show. For those of us that may not be dressing to impress on the 6th, fear not, there is plenty of room in the "casino" for us to. All are welcome!
The "casino" will open at 6 pm in the upper deck of the Blue Water Sports Bar, tickets are $40 per person and include two free drink tickets, appetizers, $100 in playing chips (redeemable for party favors), and one ticket toward a door prize. The gambling floor will be open until 10 pm when door prizes will be awarded.
Starting at 4 pm on the main floor of the Blue Water there will be displays of model and remote control boats and a display of the Pinafore. The Pinafore is a 54 foot, steel hulled brig that was built here in Port Sanilac by Mr. George Gruber and launched in May 1972. Stop in to see the history of the the Pinafore and meet some of the people involved in her building and maiden voyage down the intercoastal waterway.
Call Rita Dahmen at 386-316-4052 or the Blue Water Sports Bar at 810-622-0176 for tickets and reservations. |
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Farmers' Market News |
 The Port Sanilac Farmers' Market is preparing for a new season and we are all excited about the changes that the new year will bring.
The biggest change this year is our new operating dates and times. The market will open this year:
Fridays 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm May 10 to November 1
Saturdays 12 noon to 4:00 pm June 15 to September 14
We hope that these extended dates and times will accommodate more of our customers. Last year it seemed that people arrived earlier and earlier each week. Vendors are prohibited from selling before opening time, but we hate to turn customers away, hopefully this will alleviate some of those problems.
As in the past, the market will feature items that are grown or produced exclusively in Huron, Sanilac, or Tuscola counties. This guarantees that our consumers are getting a truly local product.
Again this year the market will provide access to our customers who use the Bridge Card or Project Fresh coupons. Please visit the information booth for information on how to use your benefits at the market. We strive to provide everyone in our community the opportunity to eat fresh and healthy, locally produced foods.
If you are a vendor interested in participating in this year's market please feel free to attend our vendor meeting on Saturday, April 13, at 4:30 pm in the Bark Shanty Auditorium. If you have question prior to the meeting or are unable to attend please contact Erin McDaid at 810-404-3746 for more information. |
| Upcoming Events in April and May | |
Saturday, April 6, 4-11pm: Casino Royale Fun-raiser at Blue Water Sports Bar call 810-622-0176 for tickets and reservations.
Saturday, April 13, 10am-5pm: Port Sanilac Marina Openhouse. Call 810-622-9651 for information.
Saturday, April 13, 4:30pm: Farmers' Market Vendor Meeting at the Bark Shanty Community Center. Call Erin McDaid at 810-404-3746 for information
Sunday, April 14, 3pm: CadillacPhoenix Blues Band at the Museum Church. Call 810-622-9946 for information and tickets.
Saturday, April 20, 6pm: "Favorites of Famous People" Dinner - Grace Kelly Theme fundraiser for the Museum. Reservations required. Call Nancy Passfield at 810-622-9633 or Jolyne Fisher at 810-359-7701
Saturday, May 18, 6pm: "Favorites of Famous People" Dinner - the Hoffmanns Theme fundraiser for the Museum. Reservations required. Call Nancy Passfield at 810-622-9633 or Jolyne Fisher at 810-359-7701
Sunday, May 19, 3 pm: Blaire and Tess DeWilde Kohler on violin and piano at the Museum church. Call 810-622-9946 for information and tickets.
Monday, May 27, 12 noon: Blessing of the Fleet featuring the Sanilac County Symphonic Band at Harbor Park in Port Sanilac. |
| Join Our Facebook Family |  Are you looking for more current information on Port Sanilac? Join our Facebook family! We're always happy to hear from you on our Facebook page. There you will get regular updates about what's going on in Port Sanilac. You'll see the latest fishing triumphs, you'll see our neighborhood kids at play, you'll hear about special sales happening in our stores, and all types of other news that's fit to know. Just look for us at www.facebook.com/pages/Village-of-Port-Sanilac. |
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We are always looking to improve our town and our services, your input is welcome. Please forward any comments or questions to info@portsanilac.net. Sincerely,
The Port Sanilac Downtown Development Authority
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