It's time again for Diva Weekend in Downtown Bay City!
May 7, 8, 9 & 10, 2009.
April 29, 2009
By: Julie McCallum, Entertainment Editor
Join In On All The Fun!
It's time again for Diva Weekend in Downtown Bay City! May 7, 8, 9 & 10, 2009. This event has become the place to be. And taking place during Mother's Day weekend makes it even better!
Downtown Divas Weekend has been held twice a year since 2007 and has brought hundreds of ladies to Downtown Bay City - the perfect place to stroll, shop, dine and 'get away from it all!' The event has become a new tradition for moms, daughters, grand-daughters and girlfriends who love to be together and celebrate being Divas!
Schedule of Activities:
Friday, May 8, 2009:
Cocktails in the City! Divas mix it up with live music, downtown food samplings, giveaways, and a special fashion accessories show. The event takes place in the beautifully restored Pere Marquette Depot, 919 Boutell Place, from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 each or 2 for $15, cash bar. Plus, the event-themed Diva Delights cocktail will once again be served.
Saturday, May 9, 2009:
Fashion & French Toast! A bountiful breakfast buffet and special run-way show highlights spring and summer fashions from our downtown boutiques. Everyone gets the infamous goody bag filled with Downtown coupons and surprises. Plus, winners for giveaways from Downtown shops and eateries are selected throughout the event. Held at the beautiful Atrium, 1100 N. Water St., 9-11 a.m. Tickets can be purchased before the event at locations throughout Downtown or at the door, $18. Hurry - this event has become a sell-out!
All Weekend Long
My Momma Told Me . . . You Better Shop Around! Special Diva Delights all weekend long at our unique downtown shops and eateries. Complete details at www.downtownbaycity.com
Also going on during the Spring Diva Weekend:
1st Thursdays - Green Scene, May 7, 5 to 8 p.m. Featuring recycled artwork showcased at 15+ Downtown businesses. Plus, a recycled fashion show 'Full Circle' starts at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Pere Marquette Depot. For more info: www.1stthursdaysbaycity.com
Brunch & Broadway, Sunday, May 10, at noon. Brunch at the Pere Marquette Welcome Center with entertainment by past Broadway Bound winners, accompanied by members of the Bijou Orchestra. Tickets are $20 and available at the State Theatre, 989-892-2660. Reservations recommended.
For more information, contact the Bay City Downtown Management Board at 989-893-3573 or visit us on the web at www.downtownbaycity.com