2003 SHOWS
JANUARY
2003
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JANUARY 1ST : SHOW #1401: We start the new year with a look at some of our favorite restaurants and meals. Included in this segment will be trips to The German House Restaurant STOCKBRIDGE, Portage Point Inn of ONEKAMA, The Embers of MT PLESANT, The Big O Fish House of CALEDONIA, The Family Circle Restaurant of GRAYLING, Michigan Brand Meats in BAY CITY, Maple Valley Restaurant of PRUDENVILLE.
Plus we stop by the Garner Residents for Walleye cheeks and Deep fried Turkey as prepared by Bob Garner and Friends. On this edition we also welcome CMU’s Tom Endres into the Michigan Magazine Museum kitchen for one of his favorite recipes. Then into the home of Debbie Ladd of PERRY Michigan for her famous Potato and Tuna salad recipes. Then Wildlife cookbook author Kaye Richey shares her Caribou casserole with the Michigan Magazine crew. Lots of good eatin’ this week!
JANUARY 8TH : SHOW #1402 Show Hosts Dell Vaughan and Barry Stutesman take us on another brand new whirlwind tour of some of their favorite Michigan people and places. Scheduled stops include, Maxfields of WYMAN, Peggy’s Memory Lane of BIG RAPIDS, Fashions for Feet of FRASER, Whisper in the Woods Magazine of TRAVERSE CITY, Woodland Creek Free Form Furniture and crafts of KALKASKA, EAST JORDAN Glass, The Flour Garden restaurant of HARRISVILLE, Netta’s Bakery of POSEN, Fairview Family Restaurant FAIRVIEW, Toni’s Country Kitchen of LARIUM and Ilowski’s Sausage House of CHINA TWP.
On this edition we welcome Garneta Vaughan into the Michigan Magazine Kitchen as Dell prepares her delicious Zucchini bread. We also venture North to Canada’s Magpie river for a fresh Walleye fish fry!
JANUARY 15TH : SHOW #1403: Barry visits with master Puppeteer Martin Robinson. Marty is best known for the Sesame Street Characters SNUFFY, SLIMY, and TELLY MONSTER. We visit with Martin at the family vacation compound just north of the Michigan Magazine Museum!
Then Dell heads to the water of the Rifle River for a visit with songwriter and singer Allen Cayne. Allen has just released his new CD title “HEY! A FISH!”. Dell and Allen talk about fly fishing and music. To Contact Allen Personally : (586) 776-5964
JANUARY 22ND : SHOW #1404: Dell takes us to a Buffalo Dinner at the West Forest United Methodist Church. This is the 23rd annual old fashioned Buffalo BBQ that has raised thousands for area charities. You may contact them at: (989) 871-2374
Then Barry takes us on a tour of the lower gallery of the Michigan Magazine museum!
JANUARY 28TH: SHOW #1405: Highlights of the 2002 MICHIGAN MAGAZINE MUSEUM Michigan Country show! Michigan country legends from all corners of the state converge on the grounds for two days of music!
FEBRUARY
2003
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FEBRUARY 5TH : SHOW #1406: Dell visits with Mr. Michigan Outdoors, the late Mort Neff at his HARBOR SPRINGS home. In this segment Dell also visits with Mort’s eldest daughter Joey Arbaugh and his Son Jay Neff about growing up the children of Mr. Michigan Outdoors.
Barry returns to KALKASKA to the Shetler Dairy Farm. The small run family operation processes their own milk products utilizing organically fed cattle. It’s another step back In time as the family oversees every aspect of their operation from cattle breeding to delivering the milk to market in old fashion glass bottles. Phone:(231) 258-8216
FEBRUARY 12TH : SHOW #1407 Barry travels to CROSWELL and the stain glass studios of Gene and Cynthia Fuller. Phone: (810) 679-4457
Dell continues his exploration of SUGAR ISLAND while visiting with outdoor writer Betty Soders. Phone: (906) 635-7183
FEBRUARY 19TH : SHOW #1408: Another whirlwind tour of Michigan adventures including stops in KINGSTON, COMINS, ROCKFORD, GLADWIN, POSEN, MT. PLESANT, CLARKSTON, SHELBY, EAST PORT, FREELAND, ROGERS CITY, MEARS, ROCHESTER, BAY CITY, CALUMET, WEST BRANCH, KALAMAZOO, AND LANSING.
FEBRUARY 26TH : SHOW #1409: Barry and the Michigan Magazine crew visit with Wayne Ader of REESE who constructs Bunk beds for pets! He is also one of the state’s most ambitious ”antique radio” collectors. Phone: (989) 868-4511
Then Dell travels to Otsego Wildlife Legacy Society headquarters in GAYLORD to visit with Floyd ”Red” Bruce. Red has been a decoy carver for the past forty years, living near Otsego Lake in Gaylord. Phone: (989) 732-8307
MARCH
2003
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MARCH 5TH : SHOW #1410: Dell travels to MILFORD where we visit with Carl R. Sams II and Jean F. Stoick, professional wildlife photographers whose pictures have appeared in national and international publications including Airone, National Geographic, Audubon, Michigan Natural Resources and many more! Phone: (800) 552-1867.
Then Barry meets magician Duane Fisher of FLINT and witnesses his Sixth Dimension of Magic. Duane is said to be the world's only known totally blind professional magician, mentalist and illusionist. Dispite this handicap he performs his magic flawlessly before an elementary school audience in CALEDONIA, Michigan.
MARCH 12TH : SHOW #1411: Barry visit's the Quilt Lady, Cindi Glinski of BEAVERTON. (989) 435-2051
Dell visit's the Otsego Wildlife Legacy Socity (OWLS) . At their home base in GAYLORD we learn of this organizations work in area conservation that benefit's the renewable natural resources and the environment of the area. Visit them on line at: http://www.community.mlive.com/cc/owls
MARCH 19TH : SHOW #1412: Dell returns to the Michigan Magazine Museum to continue his tour of the Gardens with Museum Gardner Nelson Yoder.
Then Barry takes look back at the devastating tornado that struck COMINS Michigan back on July 3rd 1999 and how the community has rebounded from total destruction to reconstruction that includes a new park dedicated in honor of local pioneer Ferd Stutesman.
MARCH 26TH : SHOW #1413: The Michigan Magazine crew heads to BRIGHTON, Michigan and the first ever Brighton International Film Festival. The festival highlights the film making of high school students from the Brighton Michigan area as well as Tokyo, New York and Berlin. Visit them on the web at: http://www.brightonfilmfest.homestead.com Or Phone: (810) 229-9581.
Then Dell travels Fritz' Family Restaurant of RICHVILLE, Michigan for delicious Perch and Catfish! Phone: (989) 868-4810.
APRIL 2003
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APRIL 2ND : SHOW #1414: Dell travels to POKAGON, in Southwestern Lower Michigan, the site of the first ever public performance of the classic hymn THE OLD RUGGED CROSS written by Michigander, the Reverend George Bennard. Since our visit back in the early 90s the old Methodist church has been taken over by a non profit, multi-denominational organization dedicated to renovating the structure and developing beautiful surrounding meditation gardens.
CONTACT: (269) 683-4540 WEB: http://www.the-oldruggedcross.com
Then Barry travels to GLADWIN and Stone Cottage Gardens. Here a husband and wife team give up the hectic city life to create acres of beautiful Day Lilies for resale. Their new lifestyle has blossomed into a virtual gardening education center.
CONTACT: (989) 426-2919
APRIL 9TH : SHOW #1415 Barry continues his visit and conversation with the puppeteer behind Sesame Street’s SNUFFLEUPAGUS, Michigander, Martin Robinson.
Then Dell visits with Lowell Miller of The Woodworker’s Shop near COMINS to learn more about the incredible beauty and workmanship their team is known for, utilizing Michigan wood!
CONTACT: (800) 818-9971 WEB: http://www.woodworkersshoppe.com
APRIL 16TH : SHOW #1416: Dell takes us back to POKAGON to learn more about the Old Rugged Cross Church restoration efforts. We take a look inside the church where the Old Rugged Cross was first performed in public!
CONTACT: (269) 683-4540 WEB: http://www.the-oldruggedcross.com
Barry visits David and Mary Bickley of HILLMAN, owners of Marble Era Prducts. Here we learn of one families determination and the sequence of events that created a unique custom cast polymer business providing one of a kind granite and marble like fixtures for bathrooms and kitchens.
CONACT: (989) 731-9866 WEB: http://www.marbleera.com
APRIL 23rd : SHOW #1417: Barry returns to Maple Valley Restaurant near PRUDENVILLE for an update on the new owners and new menu Items.
CONACT: (989) 389-7005
Then Dell visit with Kim Lucas of GROSSE POINTE, author of ”Fly-Fishing with Trout-tail..A Child’s Journey”. This wonderful new children’s book has it’s readers following a young boy as he enjoys all aspects of Fly-Fishing.
CONTACT: (313) 600-0166 WEB: http://www.trouttail.com
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APRIL 30TH : SHOW #1418: Dell travels to MILLFORD, Michigan to visit with award winning authors/photographers Carl Sams and Jean Stoick. Here we talk about the success of their recent children’s book STRANGER IN THE WOODS!
CONTACT: (800) 552-1867 WEB: http://www.strangerinthewoods.com
Then Barry continues his visit at Marble Era Products of Hillman to tour their new expanded facilities in GAYLORD.
CONTACT: (989) 731-9866 WEB: http://www.marbleera.com
MAY 2003
MAY 7TH: SHOW #1419: Barry ventures to the SANFORD LAKE area of northern Michigan to visit with Christian recording artis/computer consultant and now Cross Maker, John Harnick. John Shares with us his unique testimony of a hectic lifestyle, Then being drawn into making simple crosses that are being circulated throughout the country. To contact John Harnick Call: (989) 687-5088
Then Dell travels to SHELBY to visit the Gemstone Factory. We visit with owners Larry and Jo Kelly who tell us of the evolution of their business which creates simulated versions of priceless gems. To Contact the folks at the factory Call: (231) 861-2165. Fax: (231) 861-6458 Email: Lkelley@goruby.com
MAY 14TH: SHOW #1420: Dell Visits Luke Altomare of NOVI, creator of Titanic Tackle! Titanic is exactly what they are. Huge renditions of popular fishing lures hand crafted by Luke into pieces of art! To Contact Luke Call: (248) 347-4340.
Barry returns to COMINS to continue his story on the restoration of the Oscoda County Community following the devastating Tornado of 1999! We follow the process of creating the bronze bust of local pioneer Ferdinand Stutesman that will be the focal point of a new township historical park being constructed in the downtown area near the Caboose Historical Museum.
MAY 21ST: SHOW #1421: Barry travels to Amish country near BLANCHARD. Here Steve and Lynette Henson purchased and renovated an old Amish farm into a Maple Syrup producing enterprise. They not only produce fresh Maple Syrup but also candy, maple sugar, maple cream, maple butter, maple jelly and winter spiced maple drink! To contact the Hansens of Doodles Sugar Bush Call: (989) 866-6177.
Then Dell and the Michigan Magazine crew head to CLIO and the dedication of their new Veteran’s Memorial Park! The segment is highlighted by the singing of The Veteran’s Song by Darrel Tbault. For more information on obtaining Darrell Tbault’s release contact us at: info@michiganmagazine.com
MAY 28TH: SHOW #1422: Dell travels to The Sausage House and German Restaurant in STOCKBRIDGE for an update on their new menu! We visit with new owners Ron and Lori Neucomb. For more information on this authentic German Restaurant Call: (517) 851-7785 They are located at 114 N. Center Street in downtown Stockbridge.
Then Barry visits with Author Barbara Yoder of CHASE near Reed City. Barbara and her husband left the life of strict Amish tradition over ten years ago. Barbara has authored the book Finding the Way. The wonderful piece of fiction tells of hardships in growing up in a large Amish family and how it created a bond between best friends. Barbara tells how her writing was drawn from first hand experience, living in the Amish community most of her life, the youngest of a large family. You may find out more about Barbara’s life and her new book by visiting her web site at: http://www.barbarayoder.com
JUNE 2003
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JUNE 4TH: SHOW #1423: Barry visit’s the family run operations of G’s Pizzeria of Northern Michigan. We visit with the Galea family to learn how this Northern Michigan Pizza empire began over 20 years ago out of a necessity and deep commitment to family involvement. To Contact the Galea’s Phone: (989) 345-3008
Then Dell shares some family recipes for summer time Potato and Tuna salads as he visits with niece Debbie Ladd in the kitchen. For more information on the recipes mentioned contact us at info@michiganmagazine.com
JUNE 11TH: SHOW #1424: Join Dell and Barry for Part one of their preview of Expo 2003! You’ll see who will be there for the June 28th and June 29th Arts and Crafts Expo! For a closer look at the participants check out the link to EXPO 2003 at: http://www.michiganmagazine.com
JUNE 18TH: SHOW #1425: Barry and Dell continue our Expo 2003 preview with more on the upcoming event including a run down of our big musical presentation Saturday night June 28th.
JUNE 25TH: SHOW #1426: Dell and the Michigan Magazine Crew experience close encounters with Michigan Birds of Prey as we visit with Wildlife Recovery Association Biologist Joe Rogers. We watch Joe in action as he introduces live Raptors to an elementary school audience at FAIRVIEW Area Schools. To contact Joe Rogers personally Call: (989) 772-1538 or visit the Wildlife Recovery Association on line at: http://www.wildliferecovery.org
Then Barry and the crew heads to MT PLEASANT for a visit with Glass and Metal artist Sue Smith. Utilizing combinations of stain glass and copper Sue has created a line of garden art and window hangers that is gaining a popular following of collectors. Contact Sue at: (989) 773-1314.
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