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June 7-10 Owosso, MI
Souvenirs are on sale year-around
Published by The Independent Newsgroup
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Page 2 Curwood Festival June 3, 2018
Skerbeck Family Carnival Presents:
Quality family fun!
Providing rides, games, food, and fun!
41st Anniversary
Curwood Festival June 7-10, 2018
Thursday: $20 All Day Armband 3pm - 11pm
Friday: $20 All Day Armband 3pm - 11pm
Saturday: $23 All Day Armband noon - 11pm
Sunday: $16 Sunday Special noon - 6pm
Tickets available for $1 each
“Six generations providing a new era of fun!”
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Curwood Festival June 3, 2018 Page 3
v Welcome to Curwood Country! v
Welcome to Owosso and the 2018
Curwood Festival. I would like to
personally invite you to spend some
time taking in the sights of the city
and partaking in all the city and the
festival has to offer. This year’s fes-
tival is once again a culmination of
hundreds of hours of planning and
preparation for the many volunteers Join us!
that make up the multitude of events
and activities that we have available We’re Open for BUSINESS!
to our residents and guests. The Armory in downtown Owosso will be opening
This year we’ll have a Lego exhibit, a craft show along its doors for business during the 41st Annual Curwood
with our traditional carnival, parades, river race and enter- Festival. This 103-year-old iconic building in Owosso has
tainment tent. We have something for all interests and all been given new life with a $5 million renovation. Originally
ages. I would like to thank the City of Owosso, our Board built in 1915 and listed on the coveted National Register of
of Directors and our volunteers for putting together our 41st Historic Places, the outside of the building has been totally
festival in what has become a proud tradition that has stood preserved while its spacious 36,000-square-foot interior has
the test of time and evolved to become one of the premier been transformed into a state-of-the-art class-A office space
events in our community. and collaborative incubator.
Dave Minarik, President Current tenants, the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Com-
merce, Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership, Shia-
Published by The Independent Newsgroup • 989-723-1118 wassee Convention & Visitors’ Bureau and Michigan Small
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Editorial material submitted by The 2018 Curwood Festival Committee. to the Community Open House & Tours on Saturday, June 9
from 9 am to 1 pm.
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2018 Curwood Festival Curwood Saga Writing Contest Winners
Originally created in 1991 by Jackie Leone, the Curwood The Curwood SAGA writing contest is open to all public,
Festival was proud to announce the winners of the 2018 Cur- parochial, and home school students in Shiawassee County in
wood SAGA writing contest at their April Board meeting. grades 4 through 12. The writing contest is used to promote
The winners in the Elementary Division were first prize win- an interest in school age students in writing and to keep the
ner Aspen Mills, the daughter of Kyle and Tammie Mills, sec- memory of James Oliver Curwood alive.
ond prize winner Brynn Pangborn the daughter of Jeff and SAGA Chairman Denice Grace would
Bobbi Pangborn and third prize winner Brenna Kiesling the like to thank the following sponsors: Sena-
daughter of Brian and Kim Kiesling. tor Rick Jones, Schluckebier/Hood Wealth
The winners in the Middle School Division were Jordyn Management Group – Chris Mueller, Cordi-
Pangborn the daughter of Jeff and Bobbi Pangborn, Penelo- er Excavating, Tender Care Home Health
pe Macklin the daughter of Christopher and Janice Macklin, and the Shiawassee District Library.
and Aliyah Bentley the daughter of Steve and Sarah Bentley.
Arts & Crafts Show
Located on the banks of the Shiawassee River in Curwood
Kids Events
Castle Park, this open-air arts & crafts show opens at 12 pm Come join us for an afternoon of fun! The
on Friday, June 8 and is open until dusk. Saturday, June 9, Curwood Festival children’s events are Sunday
hours are 9 am until dusk and Sunday, June 10 from 10 am June 10 from 12 pm to 2 pm. The event will
to 5 pm. take place in the “Big White Tent” behind the
The show this year will feature over 70 artists and crafts- fire station. Once again there will be a ton of in-
people who will share their inspiring and unique hand-made teractive games and fun activities to participate
works including painting, sculpture, glass, photography, in. Children age 14 and under are able to attend.
mixed media, jewelry, ceramics and more using various me- The best part is, it’s free. This year we will have guests from
diums including glass, fiber, metal, wood and stone. Arti- Potters Park Zoo and our Monster Mural will be back! Becky
sans will begin each day with a complimentary continental Dillon will be presenting Zumba for the kids. A special thank
breakfast courtesy of Indian Trails, Midwest Bus Corpora- you to our sponsors, Big John Steak & Onion, Signature Auto
tion and Waugh’s Culligan Total Water. Group & CLH Insurance Agency.
Friends of the Library
Used Book Sale
Saturday, June 2 • 10am-2pm
at Shiawassee District Library-Owosso
502 W. Main St.
July 12, 13, 14, 2018
Front lawn, weather permitting.
Arts & Crafts • 5K Race • Talent Show
Children’s Department in the event of rain. Parade • Midway • Horse Pull • Tractor Pull
Books, DVD’s and Books on CD 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
All items are sold on a donation basis
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2018 Curwood Postcard The original button was designed by Larry
Fronratn and was used from 1975-1984 as
& Button Design Winners a giveaway for participants in the children
events. It wasn’t until 1985 that an official sou-
The 2018 Curwood Festival Button and venir button contest was created. The contest
Postcards Contest Chairman Brandy Kenny winner that year was Mike Crawford. In 1987
announced at the May Board Meeting that the Print Design was added to the contest to be
Mackenzie Albritton, a 5th-grade student at used as a souvenir postcard and the honors that
Chesaning Middle School, is the 2018 Cur- year went to Tim Arvoy.
wood Button Contest winner. Mack- The Curwood Button & Postcard Committee
enzie is the daughter of Jamie & Jef- would like to thank Advanced Drainage Sys-
fery Albritton. tems for sponsoring this wonderful opportunity
A 2016 Curwood Princess, Addison for our local students. Both Mackenzie & Ad-
Collard, a 5th-grade student at Central dison will have an opportunity to ride in the
Elementary School has been selected as Heritage Parade on Saturday, June 9, beginning
this year’s Curwood Postcard winner. at 2 pm. The souvenir button and postcard will
Addison is the daughter of Robert & be available for sale Curwood weekend at the
Carolynn Collard. Curwood office.
Curwood Cat where he was sure to take First Place! them to bring you down to compete with
He continued to fuss, meowing that he your other feline friends and have a fan-
Contest had to be at the Woodard Paymaster tastic feline day in Owosso! This event
It’s Sunday, June 10, and my cat, Muey Building at 10:30 am to register. And, is sponsored in part by Pet Supplies Plus
Tai was strutting around in front of the to top it off, Muey Tai is challenging all and Curwood Festival. On-site registra-
mirror in the bathroom. When I asked of his feline friends to do the same! So, tion begins at 10:30 am with judging at
what he was doing, he meowed that he cats, tell your owners, if you’re unique, 11:30 am. Registration fee is $8. Muey
was going to the Curwood Cat Contest healthy, and have a great personality, get Tai hopes to see you all there!
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2018 Curwood Festival Heritage Parade Mr. Owosso Coronation
Grand Marshal In 1980, the Mr. Owosso Contest was created as a
Friends, family and Curwood officials joined at way for area non-profits to raise awareness of their
the Knights of Columbus Lounge on a Friday eve- causes and funding in an entertaining and enjoyable
ning last month to make the surprise announcement fashion. Bob Stone earned the honors in 1980 and over
to Bob Minarik that he had been chosen as this the years 38-fun-loving, dedicated men have given
year’s Grand Marshal. In attendance was George their time and talent. Joining the ranks this year, two
Watts who nominated Minarik. George stated in his area men and their committees have been working
letter to the committee that he thought it was “high non-stop for the last four weeks to raise monies for
time the festival recognize all that Mr. Minarik has their favorite organization and to win the coveted title
done for the community.” of “Mr. Owosso.” This year’s candidates are Patrick
Bob is a founding member of the festival and is still involved today Began for The ARC Shiawassee and Gary Duehring
with the Friday night’s kids parade. Bob has served many roles with for the Child Advocacy Center. They invite you to
the festival and is a past President. Bob is also active in the Knights attend the “Run for the Money” and the crowning
of Columbus and United Way. Brian Reed, Festival Vice President of Mr. Owosso 2018 on Friday, June 8, beginning at
and Grand Marshal committee chairman, said “it’s always special to 8:30 pm. in the Outpost Entertainment Tent.
be able to honor a founding member of the festival.” As an addition- Mr. Owosso Chairman John H. Smith, Mr. Owosso
al surprise Reed called on current festival President, Dave Minarik,
2000 and Co-Chairmen Joe Holden, Mr. Owosso
to make the announcement and plaque presentation to Bob. Reed
says “it’s extra special in that we have our current President Dave 2010 and Jeff Watling, Mr. Owosso 2014 along with
presenting the honor to a former President, but even more special their committee members would like to give a big
from son to father.” “THANK YOU” to this year’s sponsors of the event:
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THE MISS CURWOOD FESTIVAL FAMILY added four new mem-
bers on Saturday, Feb. 10 during the 38th Annual Miss Curwood Festi-
val Queen & Princess Pageant at D’Mar Banquet & Conference Center
in Owosso. MaryKate Wright was crowned Miss Curwood Festival 2018
and Haley Rothe is the Court Member. The 2018 Curwood Princess is
Nevaeh LeConte and Summer Walker is the Court Member.
MaryKate is a graduate of Owosso High School and a current Saginaw
Valley State University student. She was sponsored by Birch & Elm, and
her parents are Gerry Hodges and Benjamin Wright. Haley is a gradu-
ate of Owosso High School and currently attends Grand Valley State
University. She was sponsored by Prototype Welding and Fabricating,
and her parents are Matthew and Heather Minton.
Nevaeh is a 3rd-grade student at Central Elementary in Owosso, and her
parents are Marc and Brandy LeConte. Summer is a 2nd-grade student at
Central Elementary, and her parents are Roben and Missy Walker.
The newly-crowned Curwood royalty can be seen immediately follow-
ing the Feb. 10 pageant. In the front is Princess Nevaeh LeConte (left)
and Court Member Summer Walker. Standing behind them is Queen
MaryKate Wright (left) and Court Member Haley Rothe.
(Independent Photo/Graham Sturgeon)
Lego Display And Play Area
New To Festival Activities
The Curwood Festival is proud to host the Michigan Lego Users group to this
year’s Festival. The group from Michigan will set up a Lego display on Water
Street that will feature LEGO city trains and a Star Wars display. A special
Lego play area for kids and selected Lego supplies and kits will be for sale.
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Kids in Curwood Country Parade
The Kids in Curwood Country parade has The Kids parade is judged each year
been a favorite Curwood event for many and cash prizes are awarded. This year
years. The parade was originally devel- prizes will now be given for most
oped to give our elementary school age creative, first-place walking and first-
children a chance to march but not miss the place float and second-place for each
parade on Saturday. Currently the parade as well. Special plaques are also given
generally consists of approximately 2,500 to those groups who have shown dedi-
children each year. The parade is a great cation to the parade by their continued
opportunity for our kids to strut their stuff participation.
in a parade that is all their own. The parade is made possible through
The theme of the 2018 parade is “Lights, the support of VG’s Food Center,
Camera, Action.” The parade starts promptly at 7 pm. proud sponsor of the Kids Parade for the last 29 years, and
The parade line up begins at 6 pm at the corner of Dewey The Edward Jones Investment office of Dave Minarik.
and Oliver Streets. Due to the recent road construction project The Kids parade is a genuine joy to assemble and work with
this year the route has changed. The parade route begins on the enthusiastic children and their dedicated parents. It is appar-
Dewey and King and travels west to Washington Street. South
ent by the growing number of spectators that the Kids Parade is
on Washington Street to Exchange, west on Exchange to Ball
a crowd pleasing event that continues to thrill the kid in all of
Street. The parade will turn north on Ball Street and conclude
at the corner of Ball and Williams Streets. The parade will dis- us. Please join us this year along Owosso’s historic tree lined
perse in the parking lot of the First Congregational Church. streets for some fun, smiles and family entertainment.
Pedal Pull
Michigan Pedal Pullers will again be joining the Curwood Festival on Sunday, June 10 at 2 pm. They will also
be in the “Big White Tent” behind the fire station. Children in several age groups will have a chance to compete
in an awesome event. The age groups for both boy and girl divisions are 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10. This event is
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for an awesome day of competition! Feel free to join us for the kid events prior to the pull which is also free!
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“Enter Your Skin To Win”
The 4th Annual SHOW US YOUR INK Tattoo Contest
brought to you by Metro Tattoo’s & Body Piercing and WOAP 103.1 FM.
Big or small, old or new, we want to located at 219 S. Washington St. next Owosso will join us this year to judge all
see your tattoos. It doesn’t matter if your to Capitol Bowl & Grill prior to the the amazing tattoos. Trophies awarded
tattoo is to mark a milestone in your life competition starting. Registration for to the “Best of” in each category. Their
or was done on a whim, we want to see each entry is $5 which is non-refundable. expert opinion and outlook on the art
your skin at the 4th Annual Show Us Your tattoo must be fully healed or it will of tattooing is respected industry wide.
Your Ink tattoo contest on Saturday, not be judged. For complete contest rules Also, the “Anthony E. Kukula Tattoo of
June 9. Registration begins at 1 pm and visit Metro Tattoos Facebook page at the Year Award” goes to the best tattoo
contest judging begins at 4 pm in over www.facebook.com/showusyourink2018 of the event and is presented by Paulette
13 categories. Experienced judges including Tim Kukula in honor of her son Anthony
If you didn’t get a chance to pre-register MacCowan, owner of Aardvark Tattoos Kukula.
at Metro Tattoos & Body Piercing located in St, Johns, Ovid Firefighter Nic Broc, For those of you who don’t have a
at 111 N. Ball St. in Owosso, you can Paulette Kukula of Sterling Heights, tattoo, we invite you stop in to see this
enter your tattoo in one of the many Jeanne Wagner of Owosso MI (former beautiful art form of self-expression of
competition categories by simply signing member of the Shiawassee Arts Council) communal more than traditional art that
up at the main stage in Venue@219 and Jason Wilson, tattoo artist from tells one’s story to the world.
be performing this year to keep the party rockin’. Tickets
Wine & Cheese Party are $15 each and can be purchased at the Curwood office
Organizers of this year’s Wine & Cheese Party being or at the gate. This great event is made possible because of
held Friday, June 8, in the Outpost entertainment tent from the work of our volunteers and great sponsors. A BIG thank
5 pm to 7 pm with doors opening at 4:30 pm are pleased to you to Main Beverage, Precision Electric, Marr’s Furniture,
announce that we have teamed back up with our great partners Jumbo’s Burger Bar, Mid-Michigan Dental, Sheridan Realty
at Main Beverage to bring you a lip-smacking wine and cheese and Auction and Jacob’s Insurance. Please plan on joining us
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H Curwood Festival Schedule of Events H
Thursday, June 7, 2018 Map on Pg. 13 3 pm Carnival Rides ‘til 11 pm 18
9 am Information Center/Curwood Office ‘til 5pm 7 4 pm Lego Tent ‘til 10 pm 13
10 am Steam Railroading Institute Tours ‘til 4 pm 6 4:30 pm Wine & Cheese Party ‘til 7 pm 5
Noon Shiawassee Arts Center open ‘til 5 pm 15 No admittance after 5:30 pm - Admission $15
1 pm Curwood Castle open ‘til 7 pm 14 Music provided by Pryorities
3 pm Carnival Rides ‘til 10 pm 18 6 pm Kids in Curwood Country Parade Line-up 3 and 4
6 pm Opening Ceremony 14 7 pm Kids in Curwood Country Parade Kick-off 3 and 4
7 pm VIP Hospitality Party ‘til 9 pm - By Invite Only 5 Theme: Lights, Camera, Action!
featuring the John Patrick Peters Band Rain Date: Sunday, June 10, 2 pm
9 pm Outpost Open to the public ‘til 1 am 5 Outpost: Open to the public ‘til 1 am 5
Admission $5 featuring SoundWavz by Jerry Davis Admission $5 featuring SoundWavz by Jerry Davis
8:30 pm Mr. Owosso Contest & Coronation 5
Friday, June 8, 2018 Admission $5
8:30 am Bingo ‘til 12:30 pm (Games start at 10 am) 5 Music provided by SoundWavz by Jerry Davis
presented by the ARC of Shiawassee County
9 am Information Center/Curwood Office ‘til 5 pm 7 Saturday, June 9, 2018
Re-Enactors Encampment ‘til dusk 14 7 am Half Marathon, 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk 7
10 am Steam Railroading Institute Tours ‘til 4pm 6 1 Mile Fun Run Late Registration
Hot (Hands on the Throttle 8am-7pm) Hosted by Shiawassee Family YMCA
Contact 989-725-9464 for more information 7:30 am Half Marathon
Noon Carpetbagger’s Row ‘til 10 pm 13 Hosted by Shiawassee Family YMCA
Shiawassee Arts Center open ‘til 5pm 14 8 am Flapjack Brunch ‘til Noon at 11
Arts & Crafts at the Castle ‘til dusk 14 Owosso Middle School
1 pm Curwood Castle open ‘til 6 pm 14 Hosted by the Owosso Rotary Club
Continued on Page 11
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H Curwood Festival Schedule of Events H
Map on Pg. 13
Saturday, June 9 ... Continued from Page 10
8 am Downtown Owosso Farmers Market ‘til 1 pm 19 10:15 am 1 Mile Fun Run 7
5K Run & Walk and 10K Run 7 Hosted by Shiawassee Family YMCA
Hosted by Shiawassee Family YMCA 11 am Curwood Castle open ‘til 7 pm 14
9 am Information Center/Curwood Office ‘til 5pm 7 Noon Carnival Rides ‘til 11 pm 18
Carpetbagger’s Row ‘til 10 pm 13 1 pm Show Us Your Ink ‘til 4 pm 7
Arts & Crafts at the Castle ‘til dusk 14 Sponsored by Metro Tattoos & Body Piercing
Curwood Dog of the Year Registration 12 2 pm Heritage Parade 1 and 2
Judging Beginning at 9:30 am Theme: “A Night at the Movies”
Hosted by Shiawassee County Dog 4 pm Outpost - ‘til 1 am - Admission $5 5
Developmental Committee featuring SoundWavz by Jerry Davis until 8 pm
Re-Enactors Encampment ‘til dusk 14 and The B Sides starting at 8 pm
Lego Tent ‘til 10 pm 13 On-site Registration River Race 8
10 am All day showing of the movie 15 Canoes/Kayaks/Rafts ‘til 5:15 pm
“The Bear” ‘til 6 pm 5:30 pm River Race Canoes/Kayaks/Rafts depart 8 and 9
Hosted by Shiawassee Arts Center McCurdy Park/Corunna
Free Family Open House until 4pm
8:30 pm Awards presentations for 5
10 am Steam Railroading Institute 21
Themed train rides out of SRI Raft, Canoe & Kayak Races
at 11 am, 1 pm, 4 pm, and 6 pm
Continued on Page 12
Contact 989-725-9464 for ticket information.
Bloody Mary Bar ‘til 2 pm - Free Admission 5
Armory Open House ‘til 2 pm 13
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H Curwood Festival Schedule of Events HMap on Pg. 13
Sunday, June 10, 2018 1:30 pm Zumba for Kids 5
8 am Youth Fishing Derby Registration ‘til 8:50 am 20 presented by Becky Dillon ‘til 2 pm
Raindate: June 18, 2018 Pedal Tractor Pull Registration ‘til 2 pm 5
9 am Youth Fishing Derby ‘til 11:30 am 20 2 pm Pedal Tractor Pull 5
Weigh-in promptly at 11:30 am
Raindate: June 18, 2018 1. Curwood Heritage Parade Start
MAP KEY
Re-Enactors Encampment ‘til 5 pm 14 2. Curwood Heritage Parade End/Dispersal
Talent Show ‘til 11 am 5 3. Kids in Curwood Country Parade Start
4. Kids in Curwood Country Parade End/Dispersal
10 am Information Center/Curwood Office ‘til 4 pm 7
5. The Outpost Entertainment Tent
Arts & Crafts at the Castle ‘til 5 pm 14 6. Steam Railroading Institute
Carpetbagger’s Row ‘til 6 pm 13 7. Curwood Festival Office/5K-10KCurwood River Run
Steam Railroading Institute 6 8. McCurdy Park/River Raft Race Start
HOT (Hands on the Throttle 8am-7pm) 9. River Raft Race Dispersal/Baker College Bentley Campus
Contact 989-725-9464 for ticket info 10. Heritage Footbridge
11. Owosso Middle School
10:30 am Curwood Cat Contest Registration 15 12. OMS Athletic Field/Amphitheater Stage
Judging begins at 11 am 13. Chamber of Commerce/Grandstand/Carpetbagger’s Row/
11 am Curwood Castle open ‘til 5 pm 14 Armory Parking Lot
All day showing of the movie 15 14. Curwood Castle
“The Bear” ‘til 4 pm 15. Shiawassee Arts Center/Woodard Paymaster Building/Curwood Cat Contest
Hosted by Shiawassee Arts Center 16. City Hall/Heritage Parade Review Stand
17. Historic WestTown/Heritage Parade Review Stand
Lego Tent ‘til 5 pm 13
18. Carnival Rides and Games
Noon Carnival Rides ‘til 6 pm 18 19. Farmers Market
Children’s Activities featuring 5 20. Youth Fishing Derby
“Potter Park Zoo” 21. Comstock Inn/Heritage Parade Review Stand
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8th Annual Youth Fishing Derby
Back by popular demand... the Curwood Festival is excited to announce
the 8TH ANNUAL YOUTH FISHING DERBY! We are inviting all Talent
kids between the ages of 5 to 15 to “Grab Your Pole... Bait Your Hook... Show
and Cast a Line into the Shiawassee River.”
This FREE fishing event will take place on Sunday, June 10 from The Curwood Festival is excited to an-
9 am to 11:30 am. Onsite registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends nounce the addition of an all ages talent show
at 9 a.m. (Registration is located near the school bus facility on Sunday, June 10, at 9 am. The morning will fea-
Jerome Street across from baseball fields). Children will receive ture local talent of all ages in a family-friendly en-
free live bait, hooks, weights and bobbers at the registration table. vironment prior to the kids’ games in The Outpost
Official fish weigh-in promptly ends at 11:30 am. Entertainment tent.
Directly proceeding the fishing derby, lunch will be provided Do you sing? Play an instrument? Dance? Have
for everyone in attendance thanks to our sponsors. Trophies another family-friendly talent you would like to
and prizes will also be awarded following lunch to the top place showcase? We can’t wait to see it! Applications
anglers in each category. are due by June 4, and available on the Cur-
The catch and release fishing derby is designed to give boys and girls wood Festival website. CASH PRIZES.
who live in urban areas an opportunity to enjoy a fishing experience PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
in their own neighborhood. Volunteers will be on hand to assist kids as
needed, provide proper fishing techniques and etiquette while promoting
and educating them on how to be environmental friendly. Most importantly,
showing them how to have a good time while enjoying the great sport of fishing.
For safety and liability reasons, it is important that each youth angler is accompanied
by an adult.
You won’t want to miss this fun event. The opportunity to introduce kids to the world
of fishing and sharing these memories is one of the greatest gifts... please consider
joining us for this special event!
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Bar Hoping to bring back the fun and excitement of Curwood
Festival’s oldest event, the Curwood River Race committee is
You might say this cocktail looks like a excited to get this tradition floating again! There is $1,000 in
salad in a glass. We definitely wouldn’t prize money to split between the fastest kayak, fastest canoe,
disagree. A loaded Bloody Mary is a fastest raft and to the “neatest decorated” water craft. The
dream. Snacking on all of the extra committee also has some neat door prizes that each registered
trimmings is almost lunch. If you racer can have a chance to win! Come line the banks of the
didn’t have an opportunity to eat Shiawassee River or jump in a boat on Saturday, June 9,
breakfast and you’re hungry then at 5:30 p.m. Race will start at McCurdy Park in Corunna
stop into the festival’s Bloody and racers will paddle their way to the walk bridge near the
Mary Bar located in the Outpost Curwood Castle. If you haven’t signed up yet, open registration
will be at the start line from 4 to 5 pm on race day. If floating
Entertainment Tent on Saturday,
is not your thing, I’m sure you can find a few laughs watching
June 9 from 10 am to 2 pm. the racers take the plunge over the dam near the finish line!
The great thing about a Bloody Thank you to all of our great sponsors and supporters for
Mary is that it’s totally acceptable making this happen including: Not “the paperstreet soap
to sip one or two before noon and company”, Slingerlandcars.com, Auto Crafters, Graff
just think of the powerhouse of vitamins you’re getting Chevrolet Durand, O-Town Cafe,
in each fortified sip. Featuring Dr. Strangelove Original Val’s Pizza, Rowell Plumbing,
and Hot Bloody Mary mixes made with Owosso’s own Theodore’s Coffee Roasters,
Mandingo Pickles brine. There is no admission fee Murtle’s Handmade Chocolates,
to enter the tent. $5 drink includes a shot of vodka, Brooks Innovative Graphics,
Dr. Strangelove Bloody Mary mix and a wide variety of Shiawassee Lawn & Snow,
garnishes from which to choose. Come in and enjoy a drink Angela Poag at the Nail
or two while listening to music provided by Ben Nolan. Boutique, Korner Pub,
Sponsored by Jumbo’s Burger Bar, LaBella Salon & Spa, Retriever Solutions, King’s
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Entertainment 8 pm to 1 am
All Weekend
Local DJ, Jerry Davis, of SOUND WAVZ will be
alternating with featured bands Friday and Saturday in the
OutPost Entertainment tent.
Sound Wavz has been providing the Shiawassee County area
with professional DJ services since 1988. They specialize
in wedding receptions but also offer DJ entertainment for
private parties, birthdays, high school dances and reunions,
proms and corporate events.
They play the music you want! No matter how The B-Sides
The B-Sides fell together in the fall of 2013 to play
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a cancer benefit and went on to play other benefit
we plan every detail to make sure shows in partnership with the Korner Pub, Jumbo’s
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envisioned. They can read a headlined for 4 years for the Shiawassee Humane Society
crowd and play the right music “Woofstock” benefit, and had the opportunity to play inside
at the right time and keep your the Curwood Castle for an unplugged benefit, which was a
guests dancing and having fun unique and memorable gig.
all night long or you can choose Local businessman Tim Alderman has been a top notch
every song for your event. percussionist since high school. He is a member of the United
With their affordable rates and Methodist Praise Band and was even a marching Chippewa!
personalized service, Sound Wavz is Bringing the “cool” to the band is Jeff Deason. The talented
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with other musicians as well as with the B-Sides. Jeff came
to the group from the Dirt Surfers, but has been in many
bands over the years.
Bringing energy to the B-Side with his tenacious rock and
roll style is Mike Walz. Mike has been a lead singer in rock
bands for over 20 years. Playing in Wisconsin and Chicago
for many years, he has settled here in Owosso where he likes
to rock and roll.
Lastly, the remaining two B-Sides band members are a husband
and wife duo, who have been making music together for more
than 25 years. Jim Wiseman (Guitar Slim) plays one mean
harmonica and takes the lead with his guitar. Terry Bush adds a
smooth style with vocals and percussion.
The B-sides are an eclectic high energy group playing a great THE 2018 CURWOOD BEAUTIFUL BABY CON-
mix of tunes of rock and roll with an upbeat party attitude! They TEST was held Saturday, May 12. A record number of 60
all trade-off singing lead vocals and join in with backing vocals, children participated in the annual contest culminating in
giving them a very diverse sound, and allowing them to play a the grand-prize winners riding in the Curwood Heritage
wide variety of genres. Parade on Saturday, June 9.
They play rock, blues, funk, reggae, and alternative music from The grand-prize winners of the 2018 Curwood Beautiful
many popular artists from classic to modern, but they try to Baby Contest were Kenzie Braid, daughter of Danielle and
mix in some of their “b sides” to keep it interesting. The set list Tom Braid, and Hudson Fowler, son of Rashell VanLuven
features a huge variety to accommodate any crowd. From AC/ and Tiras Fowler.
DC to Tom Petty, the Doors to Stone Temple Pilots, the Beatles The winners were joined by Curwood Princess Nevaeh
to Judas Priest, Johnny Cash to the Clash. LeConte and court member, Summer Walker.
They Rock n’ Roll!
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c c Downtown Merchant Window Decorating Contest c c
In conjunction with the downtown Curwood! Businesses are encouraged to Last year’s overall winner of the
businesses, the annual Curwood Win- display this year’s theme, “Rolling out Curwood Window Decorating Dis-
dow Decorating Display welcomes the Red Carpet” in any way they chose play was Apple Tree Lane. Sunny-
visitors to our community for the annual fit! The winner of the Curwood Window side Florist earned the spot of Best
Curwood Festival and spreads Curwood Decorating Display will proudly take over Use of Red & White, while Elite Pet
Styling and Owosso Floral received
cheer to our community! possession of the traveling trophy and win
Honorable Mention.
Local business owners are invited to two months of services from ShipShape Check out this year’s entries starting
join in the excitement in decorating their Cleaning - who are based out of Corunna June 7 thru 10. This year’s winners will
storefront windows with the colors of and offer a variety of cleaning services. be announced Curwood Weekend!
Come Play Bingo in 1956 in Shiawassee County,
and we proudly offer advocacy,
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Guardianship, and housing services
to individuals and their families.
The Arc Shiawassee will be holding
Our Mission is to empower people
an all paper bingo at the Outpost
with developmental disabilities in
during the Curwood Festival on
Shiawassee County to participate in
Friday, June 8 at 10 am. Presales will start at 9, with
and be fully included in the community. We will have daubers
only a $1 admission fee! The Arc has been holding
for sale for $1, and all paper supplies will be available for
Bingo in Shiawassee County for more than 25 years to
support our programs for individuals with developmental purchase at the Outpost. First time players welcome. We
disabilities. Our non-profit organization was established hope you join us! LET’s PLAY BINGO!
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2018 Curwood Festival Partners
Generous area businesses along with individual supporters make it possible for Curwood Festival to produce Shiawassee County’s largest community event.
We would like to extend our thanks to the following and ask you to do the same by patronizing the businesses we are proud to call our 2018 Partners.
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Reeves Wheel Alignment Sound Wavz by Jerry Davis Cordier Excavating Sheila’s Styling Salon Jennifer Schutt
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Transfleet Service, LLC WALK OF FAME PARTNERS Daystarr Communications Shiawassee Lawn & Snow Kolache Kitchen
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Shiawassee Arts Center Offering A Free Showing Of The Movie “The Bear”
Based On James Oliver Curwood’s Book “The Grizzly King”
On Saturday and Sunday, Noon to 4 pm, the 1989 movie, almost complete lack of dialogue and its minimal score, the
“The Bear,” which was based on Curwood’s 1916 book “The film was nominated for and won numerous international film
Grizzly King,” will be showing all awards. There is no charge to view the movie. Popcorn will be
day inside the Arts Center’s River offered for a small donation.
Gallery. Set in late 19th-century The Shiawassee Arts Center, which is located near Curwood
British Columbia, Canada, the film Castle, is open year-round Monday through Friday, Noon to
tells the story of an orphaned bear cub 5 pm and weekends Noon to 4 pm. The Arts Center features
who befriends an adult male grizzly as the artwork of local and statewide artists in nine galleries
hunters pursue them through the wild. including the Frieseke Gallery and a specialty Gift Shop. The
The movie was filmed almost entirely public is welcome and there is no admission charge. SAC,
in the Italian and Austrian areas of the which is celebrating its 46th anniversary in 2018, is a non-
Dolomites with live animals, including profit organization whose mission is to encourage participation
Bart the Bear, a trained 9-foot Kodiak, and appreciation of the arts. For more information call the Arts
present on location. Notable for its Center at 989-723-8354 or visit shiawasseearts.org.
es to provide for you and your pet a Competition” and “Obstacle Course.”
Curwood Dog “howling good time.” The profit from So MARK YOUR CALENDARS for
Of The Year this event go directly back to the dog Saturday, June 8 at 9 am and come and
program and the improvements to fin- join the fun at the Mitchell Amphithe-
Come and join the fun with your fa- ish the interior of the new dog barn. ater lawn area for another “tail wag-
vorite 4-legged friend during the Cur- Each club will be hosting an event or ging” good time. Registration will be
wood Dog of the Year contest. game such as “Best Trick Contest,” at site location beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Members from the Shiawassee 4-H “Best Costume” (look alike or not), Event will be outside. Bring along your
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Re-Enactors Encampment
Take a trip back in time with re-enactors from the French Fur Traders through the
Civil War. They are excited to demonstrate the way of living in the 1700s to the
1800s and answer your questions about the times. The encampment will be located
along the river, near Curwood Castle. Get ready to smell cooking over the open fires,
watch the blacksmith’s hammer pounding out hot metal, surveyors laying out the land
marks, a Colonial Doctor, the many tent lodges and tee pee setups, with participants
living under the stars, also guns and much more. The re-enactors are looking for-
ward to seeing the many visitors at the Curwood Festival. Camps are open Saturday,
June 9, from 9 am to 6 pm and Sunday, June 10, from 9 am to 4 pm. Come join the fun!
Flapjack Brunch YMCA 42nd Annual
Now in its 95th year, the Owosso Rotary Club is the oldest service club Curwood Festival of Races
in Greater Shiawassee County. This will be the 40th year of the Flap Jack Half Marathon, 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk and Fun Run
Brunch on Saturday, June 9 from 8 am to Noon, at the Owosso Middle Start your day with a competitive run or walk along
School cafeteria. Club members will be serving up all the pancakes you the beautiful Shiawassee River or come cheer on your
can eat along with 3 sausage links, butter, syrup, juice, milk and cof- favorites. The races will start on Saturday, June 9, with
fee during their annual FLAPJACK BRUNCH. Cost of the brunch is the half marathon kickoff at 7:30 am; both 5K events
$6 per adult and $3 for children under 13. Proceeds from the event are and 10K run start at 8:30 am (new time) and the Fun
earmarked for the organizations service club projects including a part- Run will begin at 10:15 am. Onsite registration prices
nership with the Shiawassee Family YMCA to assist with maintaining for the half marathon, 5K walk, 5K run and 10K run are
their soccer fields and supports the following projects; Rotary YMCA $45 w/shirt and $35 without shirt. The Fun Run onsite
youth soccer, Clean Water for the World, Rotary youth leadership camp, registration fee is $15 w/shirt and $5 without shirt. Shirts
college scholarships, The Goodfellows of Shiawassee County, and the are not guaranteed with onsite registration. If you have
Salvation Army. The club also maintains the pavilion they built at Har- questions, please call the Shiawassee Family YMCA at
mon Partridge Park where they also planted 100 trees. One of the 2018 (989) 725-8136 or stop by 515 W. Main St., or visit our
Rotary International initiatives is to plant a tree for every Rotarian, in website at www.shiawasseeymca.org.
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James Oliver Curwood:
At the Movies Curwood Film Festival at the Castle
Helping to Roll Out the Red Carpet, the Owosso Historical Com-
mission will present a mini Curwood Film Festival at the Castle,
featuring the films and film memorabilia of James Oliver Curwood.
Many don’t know that as well as a world famous author and con-
servationist, Curwood was an American Movie Pioneer, with over
236 movies based on his novels, short stories, serializations and
movie scripts. The following movies will be shown in the low-
er level of Curwood Castle continuously on Friday, Saturday and
Sunday during the Curwood Festival.
1919 “Back to God’s Country,” produced by Curwood and Shipman – from Curwood’s short story “Wapi the Walrus”
1920 “Nomads of the North,” starring Lon Chaney – from Curwood’s novel of the same name
1934 “The Trail Beyond,” starring John Wayne – based on Curwood’s novel “The Wolf Hunters”
1935 “Skull & Crown,” starring Rin Tin Tin – based on a scenario by Curwood
1945 “Northwest Trail,” based a short story by Curwood
1988 “The Bear,” from Curwood’s novel “The Grizzly King”
There will also be a collection of Curwood movie memorabilia shown
along with the movies. This will include original movie posters, movie
scripts, photo and photo stills, lobby cards and correspondence between
Curwood and the movie stars from the golden age of silent cinema.
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During the Curwood Festival, Curwood Castle will be open
The Curwood Collection: to the public on Thursday, June 7 from 1 to 7 pm, Friday,
Paintings at the Castle June 8 from 1 to 6 pm, Saturday, June 9 from 11 am to 7 pm
(closed from 2 to 4 pm for the parade) and Sunday, June 10
Two years ago, the Owosso Historical Commission, in part- from Noon to 5 pm. The Comstock Pioneer Cabin will also
nership with the city of Owosso, began the restoration of be open to the public during these hours.
14 oil paintings owned by James Oliver Curwood depicting For more information about Curwood Castle, The Owosso
scenes from his novels and short stories. As this restoration Historical Commission, or the Curwood Collection please call
process nears completion, nine of the restored 14 paintings at 989-723-2155, or look us up at www.owossohistory.org.
are currently on exhibition at the Castle, along with new light- Curwood Castle is open to the public, February through
ing to showcase the paintings. The lighting, generously do- December, Tuesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 pm.
nated by Marti and Rick Lameti and Diane Cutler and Dan
Williams, was installed by Ludington Electric.
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delicate pastry cookies, known as palmiers, found in French
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