Past Programs

By Barb Chartier Raudonis

South Haven resident Barb Chartier Raudonis is known by her friends as the Monarch Mama and has been able to be a part of every stage of the monarch butterfly’s life, from caterpillar egg to the butterfly’s first flight. Learn about all the stages of the monarch’s life, the plants that help support them, and their biggest threats.

Luncheon program and meeting at
Senior Services of Van Buren County
8337 M-140, South Haven.
RSVP required. Contact info@scottclub.org

Listen to entertainment by David Veenstra while you enjoy your delicious lunch served at the Senior Center. The post-lunch program will feature author Jennifer Murphy, followed the Annual Meeting. This promised to be a delightful event!

David Veenstra has been a singer songwriter for decades. His band, Invisible Ink, received national airplay. In recent years, he performed in a duo, “In Harmony” with Rev. Ron VanLente. Since Ron’s passing in July of 2020, he has been performing solo at South Haven Farm Market, private parties, and events with quality originals and over 230 cover songs. Membership meeting will follow entertainment.

Jennifer Murphy, former Scott Club member, will describe her new novel Scarlet in Blue, set in South Haven in 1968 and Chicago in 2014. Narrated in three voices, Scarlet in Blue is a beautifully written psychological mystery from its shocking first sentence to its unexpected twist at the end. A starred review in Booklist states: “Murphy dazzles… This novel will leave readers questioning what is real and how mental health can affect generations in kaleidoscopic ways.” Jennifer and her husband now live in Houston where she misses Lake Michigan every day. Black River Books will have her books available at the luncheon and the author will autograph upon request. Her two novels are available online also.

Donations accepted: May 31st and June 1st between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Sale: June 2nd and 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; June 4th from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

Support South Haven Scott Club’s major fundraiser by donating items in good condition and attending the sale to take advantage of some incredible bargains. Proceeds will help us maintain our Michigan Historic site and continue to provide a rich variety of programs.

By Bess Biddle

2021-2022 marks the second year the Scott Club has partnered with the Michigan Humanities’ Great Michigan Read program. Bess Biddle who participated as a member of the Southwest Region’s selection committee will present a program titled “Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Great Michigan Read But Were Afraid to Ask.” The statewide program which “aims to connect Michigan residents by deepening readers’ understanding of our state, our society, and our humanity” will be examined.

Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Beautify your surroundings with gorgeous plants by supporting the South Haven Scott Club Annual Flower Sale. Funds raised will help us maintain our historic building and provide a rich variety of programs.

By Paula Manley

It has been 103 years since the Michigan Legislature granted women the right to vote and 101 years since the US Congress ratified the 19th Amendment. Paula Manley, a Scott Club member and longtime member of the League of Women Voters, will discuss the role Michigan women (and men) played in the long fight for women’s suffrage which did not end with the ratification of the 19th Amendment. Membership meeting will follow program.

By Julie Sheppard & SHHS History Club

Winners of state and national competitions, the South Haven High School History Club will have the Scott Club members as a live audience so they can hone their presentation skills as they prepare for this year’s competitions. Led by teacher and History Club coach, Julie Sheppard, these hard-working young people will impress us with their research, knowledge and skill.

By Joan Bonnette

Old worn-out items will be transformed with paint, polish, and imagination. Well-known local artist, Joan Bonnette shows before and after results on rummaged items. Bring an item and she’ll give ideas for your makeover project. Membership meeting will follow program.