Past Programs

By The Black History Leadership Society

The members of the Black History Leadership Society have persevered in their efforts to keep black history alive by presenting themed programs each February in celebration of Black History Month. This year’s theme is “Celebrating African American Women”. The Black History Leadership Society will announce the 2025 honoree for exemplary community leadership and discuss the impact that the Youth on the Rise Scholarship has on our community. Join us to kick-off Black History Month and celebrate the amazing work that the Society does for our community.

1:00 pm Zoom Only
Request a Zoom link by email to info@scottclub.org

By Bob Myers, Director of History Programming, Historical Society of Michigan

Benjamin Franklin King Jr. of St. Joseph, Michigan entertained a national audience with his poetry. His musical and oratorical talents won him a following throughout the Midwest and his dull wit made him a beloved figure among Chicago newspaper reporters and members of the macabre, outlandish Whitechapel Club. But like so many brilliant sparks, he burned out just as he caught fire.

Bob Myers oversees many of the Society’s educational programs, including its Michiganders on the Road motorcoach tours, History Hounds lecture series, History Skills Workshops and Michigan Heritage Home awards. He holds a BA in history from Alma College and an MA in history from Western Michigan University. He has authored numerous books, and his articles have appeared in Michigan History Magazine, Chronicle, and Michigan Historical Review. He and his wife Candace live in Grand Ledge where they are restoring their 1903 Colonial Revival home.

12:00 pm at Van Buren County Senior Services, 08337 M-140. NO ZOOM.
RSVP Required. Email to info@scottclub.org

Our membership meeting will start at noon, followed by a fabulous luncheon and entertainment by these amazing students. The South Haven High School Chamber Orchestra is led by Jessica Fiedorowicz.

RSVP is required to attend. Members will receive a notification.

Scott Club’s Annual Brunch with Santa! Sunday, December 1st, 2024, 11AM and 12PM Seatings.

RESERVATION REQUIRED for Brunch with Santa At the historic Scott Club – 652 Phoenix Street, South Haven, in collaboration with The Mitten Museum. Free Event! [Donations Accepted] Space is limited. RSVP by November 27th: Call – (269) 449-0290 or email info@scottclub.org

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The South Haven Scott Club is pleased to host the Community Soup Luncheon on Saturday, November 23rd from 11AM to 2PM at their historic building at 652 Phoenix Street. All are welcome at this fun event that serves as a kick off to the holiday season in concert with local shopping events and festivities. Several of South Haven’s best restaurants are again partnering with the Scott Club to provide a delicious selection of soups. We are grateful to have the generous support of Taste, The Lodge, Clementine’s, The Depot, Cafe Julia and Phoenix Street on Broadway. There will be something for everyone with a range of options including vegan and vegetarian; come early to choose your favorite. Bread, beverage, and dessert are also included. Suggested donation is $10 and a to-go option will be available. Come out and support the Scott Club and warm up with some hot soup and festive company.

By Cecil Wilson, Historic Research Specialist

Join us as Cecil Wilson, Historic Research Specialist for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians gives a presentation on the history of the Pokagon Band in our local area and Southwest Michigan. Pokagon citizens have long sustained their culture and connection to their homeland; numerous placenames in northern Indiana and southwest Michigan continually reflect that connection. The Pokagon people have endured thanks partly to their values of Wisdom, Love, Respect, Truth, Honesty, Humility, and Bravery. Adapting these deeply rooted ideals to contemporary circumstances has made the Band an engine for economic development and a model for sustainable living in the region.

Cecil Wilson is a Pokagon Potawatomi and a member of the Turtle Clan. He is pursuing a doctorate in U.S. History through Western Michigan University. Cecil works as the Historic Research Specialist for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Center of History and Culture. His primary job is to research the vast history of the Potawatomi people and to share his findings with his community, as well as reaching out to the surrounding communities to discuss an often-forgotten history of our shared lands. Cecil also works in the Tribal Historic Preservation Office and works with NAGPRA compliance for the Pokagon Band.

By Rich Chapman and Don Goodwillie

The South Haven Steelheaders is a diverse group of citizens concerned about our community, its vitality, its deep fishing and outdoor recreation tradition. They are the largest chapter of the Michigan Steelhead & Salmon Fishermen’s Association, established to protect, promote and enhance sport fishing in the Great Lakes and connecting waterways. Join us for a presentation and discussion by current president, Rich Chapman, joined by one of the founders of the Michigan Steelheaders, Don Goodwillie as they present the historical beginnings and current events of the South Haven Steelheaders and the Michigan Steelhead and Salmon Fisherman’s Association.

By Karen Brininstool

“To educate, preserve and restore our history” is the mission of the Questers. Join us to learn more about the Questers chapter, Burnett’s Traders #567, located in St. Joseph, Michigan. Chapter president, Karen Brininstool, will present her program on their current preservation project and also showcase past and future projects.