
Songwriter Showcase
The Port Austin Artist in Residence program is proud to present the 2nd annual Songwriter Showcase at the Port Austin Community Playhouse! Featuring performances by local favorite Nicholas James Thomasma, along with Nashville, TN based Rachael Davis and featuring the guests of the Port Austin Artist in Residence Songwriter Retreat weekend. Admission is $15. Doors at 6:30, show at 7pm.

The Bay Concert Band at Gallup Park
Join us Saturday, August 17 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM in Gallup Park at an outdoor concert featuring the Bay Concert Band, directed by Nathan Snyder. This orchestral/big band features 60 musicians from the Bay City area. Performing since 1977, the Bay Concert Band promotes music education for students in Bay City and opportunities for musicians to continue performing music throughout their lives. There is no cost for this concert. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair or a blanket!

Max Dobens Art Exhibition
Join us Friday, August 9th at 6:00PM at the Bee Barn for an amazing evening of art, friendship, and libations and refreshments.
"My photographic journey in Port Austin has led me to meet some incredible people and experience the stunning nature and wildlife at the tip of the Thumb. Attendees of my exhibition are in for a treat with a two-for-one special. My "Farm to Table" exhibit visually narrates the journey of bread, showcasing the process and the people involved. Meanwhile, my "Beautiful Port Austin" exhibit highlights the local beauty I've encountered during my stay".....Max Dobens

Photo Workshop with Max Dobens
Port Austin Artist in Residence Welcomes Photographer
Max Dobens.
Photography Workshops
One of several events, this introductory photography workshop aims to familiarize participants with the basics of photography using a mobile phone or camera.
Exploring and learning in a real world, no pressure environment. Please arrive on time and give yourself time to park the car and get ready. Bring a smile, some water and make sure your device battery is fully charged.
FIND TICKETS HERE!
IMPORTANT: Please register individually as each workshop has a capacity of 10.'
MEET AT: Art in the Public Realm: Rural Edition
52 Stoddard Rd, Port Austin, MI 48467

Photo Workshop with Max Dobens
Port Austin Artist in Residence Welcomes Photographer
Max Dobens.
Photography Workshops
One of several events, this introductory photography workshop aims to familiarize participants with the basics of photography using a mobile phone or camera.
Exploring and learning in a real world, no pressure environment. Please arrive on time and give yourself time to park the car and get ready. Bring a smile, some water and make sure your device battery is fully charged.
FIND TICKETS HERE!
IMPORTANT: Please register individually as each workshop has a capacity of 10.'
MEET AT: PAK’s Garage
186 E Spring St, Port Austin, MI 48467

Photo Workshop with Max Dobens
Port Austin Artist in Residence Welcomes Photographer
Max Dobens.
Photography Workshops
One of several events, this introductory photography workshop aims to familiarize participants with the basics of photography using a mobile phone or camera.
Exploring and learning in a real world, no pressure environment. Please arrive on time and give yourself time to park the car and get ready. Bring a smile, some water and make sure your device battery is fully charged.
FIND TICKETS HERE!
IMPORTANT: Please register individually as each workshop has a capacity of 10.'
MEET AT: Art in the Public Realm: Rural Edition
52 Stoddard Rd, Port Austin, MI 48467

Free Rock Concert ft. Jedi Mind Trip
Port Austin Artist in Residence brings Port Austin a free rock concert to Gallup Park featuring Jedi Mind Trip!
Founded in 1996 Jedi Mind Trip has been rockin’ from Michigan to Florida and everywhere in between. Spot on vocals coupled with some of the areas greatest musicians makes Jedi’s shows like nothing you’ve ever seen.
Jedi Mind Trip has been one of Michigan’s best and longest lasting cover bands.