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- Advertisement flier for the 2nd Annual Invitational Volleyball Tournament at The Dunes resort in Douglas, Michigan, which took place on June 12-13, 1982. The flier includes information about tournament registration as well as booking rooms for the weekend.
- Date Created:
- 1982-06-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Publication from Douglas Dunes resort titled "Michigan's Escape" dated May 7, 1982 and labeled Volume 1, Issue Number 6. It features the front and back cover pages which include advertising for the first annual beach party, Mr. Legs contest, and a photo of the Douglas Dunes co-owners, Larry Gammons and Carl Jennings.
- Date Created:
- 1982-05-07T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Informational flier for potential guests of the Douglas Dunes resort located just minutes from Lake Michigan in Douglas, Michigan. The letter describes the different amenities offered at Douglas Dunes including an outdoor heated swimming pool, poolside sandwich and bar service, boat rentals, and dining at Sir Douglas. It also describes the area activities for guests and the 1981-1982 Fall and Winter rates.
- Date Created:
- 1981-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Two interior pages of Cruise entertainment publication featuring a "Cruisin' the Bookstore" book review and advertisements for historic LGBTQ bar and nightclubs. The publication features black, white, and bright yellow lettering. The left side of the pamphlet features a horizontal ad which reads: "December is Party Month. Backstreet, 15606 Joy Road, Detroit, 272-8959. 'After Hours' Every Saturday 'Til 5 A.M." The right side features an article entitled "Cruisin' the Bookstore" and a review of the book "Springwood" by Larry Parr. At the bottom of the page is an ad for a dance club called The Parsonage in Detroit.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Black and white interior pages of Cruise entertainment publication featuring horoscopes entitled "Cruisin' the Stars" as well as an advertisement for the First Annual Christmas party at Douglas Dunes Resort. The party has a listing for a benefit show and a Miss Gay USA pageant. The date of the party is December 12th and the bottom line reads: "Make reservations now for a wild New Year's Eve Party."
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Black and white interior pages of Cruise entertainment publication featuring an article entitled, "Cruisin' Around: On the Road with Michael Ivan." The article highlights a new gay resort near Saugatuck, known as Douglas Dunes, and describes the food served, atmosphere, and the men who served drinks near the pool. Under the brief article is an advertisement for the video tape special of the week and the prices for The Irving Theatre. The right side of the publication includes classifieds, advertisements for services, personals, stuff for sale, and resorts. There is an advertisement for a Detroit night club called The Outlaws on the bottom right of the page.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Black and white interior page of Cruise entertainment publication featuring a photograph of recording artist Eartha Kitt at Douglas Dunes Resort in Douglas, Michigan. She is seen holding a bouquet of flowers and shaking hands with fans. The page also includes advertisements for The Body Works, The Health & Social Club for Gay Men in Indianapolis, and Keys Cocktails and Company in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Advertisement flier for Douglas Dunes resort located off Blue Star Highway in Douglas, Michigan. The flier reads: "Douglas Dunes *Honors All* Bartenders, Waiters, & Bar Owners. Oct. 11, 12 & 13 1982." The flier also includes the prices of rooms and amenities included.
- Date Created:
- 1982-10-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Newspaper page from what appears to be a publication for the gay community, highlighting the Douglas Dunes Resort and celebrates the first year of the resort being open. The top photo features the Douglas Dunes staff photo of men wearing white suits, on the bottom left is a picture of a DJ at the Dunes, and on the bottom right is a picture of men at Sunday brunch in Detroit. The document has the word "Flashback" written as a heading and Issue 73 is noted at the bottom of the page.
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)
- Notes:
- Advertisement flier for a singing group called "The Weather Girls" performing at Douglas Dunes Resort on Saturday, May 21. The year of the event is unknown, but they were promoted as singing their hit "It's Raining Men" and other songs for the Saugatuck-Douglas community. Circa 1983.
- Date Created:
- 1983-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Grand Valley State University. University Libraries
- Collection:
- Stories of Summer (project)