DOWNTOWN BAY CITY...A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

City

Auto Services

       
Firestone 416 Washington Ave. (989) 893-6581      
Joe’s Radiator 404 Washington Ave. (989) 893-3804      
The Bay City
Motor Company
1120 N. Water St. (989) 891-0900  

Email:
sales@TBCMC.com

Website:
thebaycitymotorcompany.com

The Bay City Motor Company is cool cars! We buy, sell, locate and trade cards world-wide. Everyone is invited to come and browse, where it's okay to drool! Visit our website or stop in and enjoy our indoor showrooms.

Banks & Related Services

Chemical Bank 600 Washington Ave. (989) 894-9865

Drive Thru
M-Th:
8:30am-5pm
F: 8:30am-6pm; Sat:9am-noon

Website:
chemicalbankmi.com
Financial Services
Chemical Bank 213 Center Ave. (989) 895-8521 Main Office:
M-Th:
9am-4:30pm;
F: 9am-5pm
Website:
chemicalbankmi.com
Financial Services
Citizens Bank 701 Washington Ave. (989) 894-6719 M-Th:
9am-4:30pm
Fri: 9am-5pm
Website:
citizensonline.com
Bank/Financial Institution
Credit Union Plus 415 Washington Ave. (989) 893-2831 Lobby:
M-F: 9am-5pm
Drive-Up:
M-F:
7:30am-6 pm;
Sat: 9am-1 pm
Email:
cuplus@concentric.net
Credit Union Plus is a financial institution whose membership is based on family and medical personnel. We also enjoy helping small businesses establish financial accounts for themselves and their employees. For info on becoming a member, give us a call.
1st State Bank 601 N. Madison Ave. (989) 322-7500 M-F:
8:30am-5:30pm
Sat: 9am-Noon
Email:
contact@1ststatebk.com

Website:
1ststatebk.com
 
Independent Bank 623 Washington Ave. (989) 892-3511 Drive Thru—
M-Th:8am-5pm
F: 8am-6pm
Sat: 9 am-noon Lobby—
M-Th:
9am-4:30pm
F: 9 am-6 pm
Website:
ibcp.com
Banking/Financial Services.
National City Bank 300 Center Ave. (989) 893-5533 M-Th:
9am-4:30pm;
F: 9am-5pm
Website:
nationalcity.com
A premier financial institution specializing in consumer and small business, mortgage lending, wealth management and whole-sale banking.

Bridal

         

A Wedding
& Gift Boutique

108 Fourth St. (989) 894-0560
or
(989) 860-2393
Tu-F:
10am-5pm
Sat: 1pm-5pm
  A full-service wedding store with 18 years experience to create the wedding of your dreams. Wedding planning, decorating, travel, rentals and so much more. We're not just about weddings — we also have unique all-occasion gifts.
Sweet Choices
Cake Decorating
& Sugar Craft School
108 Fourth St.
(with Avenues, above)
(989) 894-0560
or
(989) 860-2393
Times vary for classes. Please call. 35 years experience as a decorator, demonstrator, instructor, and cake judge in U.S./England/Canada. Classes are ongoing—basic to advanced deocrating in all forms of sugar craft. Specializing in Gumpaste and Fondant supplies.
Sempliner’s Bridal Salon 902 N. Water St. (989) 892-2853

M & Th:
10am-8pm
T, W & F:
10am-5:30pm Sat:
10am-5pm

Email:
sbs@chartermi.net

Website:
semplinersbridal.com

Bridal & special occasion gowns and accessories. Retail business. Located in downtown Bay City for 131 years. Oldest bridal salon in the state.

Cards & Florists

       
Keit’s
Flower Shop
609 Washington Ave. (989) 894-2718      
Paperworks 922 Washington Ave. (989) 894-1000 M-F:
10am-5:30pm; Sat: 10am-4pm; (Sundays during Sundays in the
City only)
  Paperworks is a card and gift shoppe. Our card lines range from humorous to traditional. We carry "Soy Basics" candles, stationary, note cards, blank books, seasonal gifts, garden decor and much more. Stop in and browse!

Computers, Office Supplies, Printing

 
Bay City Democrat 309 Ninth St. (989) 893-6344 M-F:
8am-5:30pm
Email:
bcdem@sbcglobal.net
Legal newspaper, general printing, wedding or party invitations, copies and fax service.
D & S Computer Repair 514 Washington Ave. (989) 895-3871

Mon-Tue, Th-Fri: 8am-7pm
Wed:
8am-Noon
Sun: By Apptmt

Email:
darryl.douglas@talkamerica.net
Computer repair including hardware and software. Excellent service at reasonable rates. We also build custom computers.
F.P. Horak Company 401 Saginaw St. (989) 892-6505 M-F: 8am-5pm (office)

Email:
info@fphorak.com

Website:
www.fphorak.com

Commercial printer offering forms printing, digital print-on-demand, wide format printing, digital color printing, ad specialties, mailing services, warehousing, fulfillment, and electronic graphic services.

Marcan Micro Systems-The Computer Hospital 1009 N. Madison (989) 894-7101 M-F: 9am-5:30pm Email:
sales@marcanmicro.com

Website:
www.marcanmicro.com

We custom build, service and repair computers.
Summit Printing 205 Fourth St. (989) 892-2267   Email:
summitprinting@chartermi.net
 
The Thumb Print 814 Adams St. (989) 893-9550   Email:
thethumbprint@hotmail.com

Website:
thethumbprintbaycity.com

We strive to achieve our customer's printing needs with the efficiency of 16 years of print industry experience.
Services include: FREE print job estimates, design consultations, Resumé drafting and walk-in faxing and copying.

Galleries & Custom Framing

     
Object D'Aarts Studio & Gallery 810 Washington Ave. (989) 391-9935 T-F:
10am-5:m
Email:
pmanley@doallinc.org

Website:
doallinc.org
Featuring local artists' work, specfically artists with disabilities, a workign studio and local artist studio and gallery membership opportunities.
Golden Gallery & Custom Framing 113 Third St. (989) 893-7142 Tues-Fri:
10am-5pm
Sat-Sun:
10am-2pm
Email:
silvercastle@hotmail.com

Website:
goldengallerymi.com

Photography gallery featuring full exhibition rotations and an Artist Reception, 5-8pm every month during the First Thursday Gallery Walk. Plus, on display and for sale, an on-going display of photos by Avram Golden, including many Bay City images.

Nielsen Gallery
& Professional Custom Framing
912 Washington Ave. (989) 892-7561 Tue-Fri:
10am-5:30am
Sat:10am-3pm
  Art gallery. Professional custom framing. Home and office consultation. Ready made frames and photo frames. Prints, posters, original art. In business in Downtown Bay City for over 35 years.
Studio 23/
The Arts Center
901 N. Water St. (989) 894-2323 M-Sat:
11am-5pm

Email:
director@studio23baycity.org

Website:
studio23baycity.org

Art gallery plus education programs for youth and adults.
Ward Studio Gallery/
Painterly Pottery
904 N. Water St. (989) 895-1029

Email:
wardstudio@sbcglobal.net

Website:
jeffwardgallery.com

Ward Studio Gallery is the working art studio of professional artist Jeff Ward. Landscapes, portraits and Bay City Series Works are featured in the Gallery as well as examples of his private commissions. Painterly Pottery is a hands-on "you-decorate-your-own" ceramics studio.

Home Decor & Furnishings

   
The Cat's Meow Downtown 810 Washington Ave. (989) 391-9335 M-F: 9:30am-5:30pm
Sat:
10am-4pm

Email:
cmaillette@doallinc.org

Website:
doallinc.org

Resale boutique featuring retro, new and designer clothing for women and men, as well as accessories, home decor and furniture. Will take consignment jewelry, designer accessories and furniture.
Gathered Traditions
& G.T. Homestead
109 Third St. (989) 922-4871 M-Sat:
10am-5 pm;
Sun: 12pm-5pm (extended hours seasonal)

Email:
Thomasjos@excite.com

Website:gthomestead.com

A truly unique experience, offering quality home furnishings and accessories to suit various home styles. Special gifts for all occasions. Design service for home and office.
Kuhn Young Design Group 604 Saginaw St. (989) 891-9666 T-Sat:
11am-4pm
and by appointment
Email:
kuhnyoung@gmail.com
Interior design studio featuring fine furnishings, window treatments, flooring, bedding, lighting and home accents.
My Secret Garden 600 Saginaw St. (989) 891-2000

M-Sat:
10am-5:30pm
F: 10am-7pm
Sun: 12-5pm

Email:
secretgardenbc@aol.com

Website: mysecretgarden.biz
Home decor, unique gifts, garden items, boutique apparel and more!

Personal & Professional Services

 
All About You
Therapeutic Massage
721 Washington Ave.
Suite 202A
(989) 225-1748 M-Sat by appointment Email:
massageallaboutyou.com
Therapeutic massage and energy work in a quiet, relaxed, and welcoming environment to allow your mind, body and spirit reap the full benefits of massage. "Life is a gift. Live it well."
Anne E. Trahan Photography 721 Washington Ave. Suite 203 (989) 894-4800 By appointment Website:
annetrahan.com

Email:
anne@annetrahan.com

Photography studio and gallery specializing in fine portraiture and art pieces. Same day passports and business portraits available. All business by appointment, please.
Avram Golden Photography & Custom Framing 113 Third St. (989) 893-7142 Tue-Fri:
10am-5pm
Sat-Sun:
10am-2pm
Email:
silvercastle@hotmail.com

Website:
avramgolden.com

Photographer Services: commercial, editorial, studio, location, portraiture.  Photography Services: prints, mounting, matting, framing. Copywork and most other photography related services.

Bamberger’s
Studio 7
Photography
317 Center Ave. (989) 894-5234   Email:
info@studio7-photography.com
Website:
studio7-photography.com
Portraits for individuals, families and children, wedding and commercial photography. Photo restoration and custom framing.
City Girl
Yoga Studio
721 Washington Ave.
Suite 303
(989) 316-2536 Class schedule available online Email:
citygirlyoga@gmail.com

Website:
www.citygirlyoga.com
Yoga studio offering a range of classes for both men and women.
Curves
Downtown
Bay City
710 Washington Ave. (989) 894-2400 M-Th:6am-7pm
Fri: 6am-6pm Sat:8am-11am
Email:
curvesebc@sbcglobal.net

Website:
www.curves.com
30-minute total body workout specifically designed for women.
Gypsies
Espresso & Fortunes
510 Third St. (989) 892-5105 Call or check website

Email:
webmaster@gypsies.biz

Website:
gypsies.biz

Ready for a treasure hunt? More than 4,500 sq ft. of curiosities await, including fine antiques, mysterious crystals, unusual books, unique jewelry and accessories-all served up with some of the finest coffee the area has to offer.
Merle Norman Cosmetics 908 Washington Ave. (989) 892-8053   Website: merlenorman.com  
Migun Health & Wellness 904 Washington Ave. (989) 893-9480 M-F:10am-5pm
Th til 7pm Sat:10am-3pm
Website:
migunbodysense.com
Korean accupressure automated
massage. "Hands-on" spa, half- or full-hour. Ion cleanse footbath, infrared sauna, and special day packages available.
Nichol Krupp Photography Studio
112 Third St. (989) 893-7700   Website:
krupp-photo.com
Nichol Krupp, award-winning photographer, specializes in the fine art of black and white portraiture of newborns, children and seniors. She is a member of WPPI, Professional Photographers of America (PPA), NILMDTS and IROCP (International Registry of Children's Photographers). Nichol serves the entire mid-Michigan area and also is available for travel work out of state.
Nielsen Gallery
& Professional Custom Framing
912 Washington Ave. (989) 892-7561 Tue-Fri:
10am-5:30am
Sat:10am-3pm
  Art gallery. Professional custom framing. Home and office consultation. Ready made frames and photo frames. Prints, posters, original art. In business in Downtown Bay City for over 35 years.
Quality Shoe Repair

818 Saginaw St. (989) 892-4280      
Roth Cleaners 412 Washington Ave. (989) 893-7360   Website:
rothcleaners.com

Roth Cleaners' number one goal has always been to be the "Best Dry Cleaner in the World" How do we accomplish this? By providing every customer with the highest quality cleaning and best possible service—every day.
Work Fitness Studio 821 Washington Ave. (989) 895-WORK
(895-9675)
Hours vary depending on current class schedule Email:
molly@workfitnessstudio.com

Website:
workfitnessstudio.com
Fitness studio for men and women of all fitness levels! Classes are available in the morning, afternoon and evening. Personal training is also available. Whether your goal is to lose weight, get healthy or develop long, lean trim muscle — Work Fitness Studio is your step in the right direction!

Pets

       
Wings & Things
(Bird Specialist)
822 Washington Ave. (989) 895-8348 M-F: 11am-6pm;
Sat: 11am-5pm
Email:
wingsandthings@gmail.com

Website:
wingsandthings.net

Specialty pet store selling exotic birds, food, and supplies.

Salons & Spas

       
All About You
Therapeutic Massage
721 Washington Ave.
Suite 202A
(989) 225-1748 M-Sat by appointment Email:
massageallaboutyou.com
Therapeutic massage and energy work in a quiet, relaxed, and welcoming environment to allow your mind, body and spirit reap the full benefits of massage. "Life is a gift. Live it well."
Bayshire Beauty Academy 917 Saginaw St. (989) 894-4923

M&F:
9am-4:45pm;
Tue&Thur:
9 m-9:30pm;
W: 9am-7:45pm; Sat: 9am-1pm

Email:
bayshire@speednetllc.com
Classes in cosmetology and massage therapy education. Established in educational services since 1936. Nationally accredited and approved by the U.S. Department of Education.
Come & Glow Day Spa & Specialty Boutique 115 Third St. (989) 895-2772 Tues-F:
10am-6pm:
Sat: 10am-4pm; Sun: Noon-4 pm
Email:
njoelledallas@yahoo.com

Website:
comeandglowdayspa.com
Our day spa features exciting services such as: facials, therapeutic massage, relaxing body treatments, airbrush tanning, lash perming & tinting and make up artistry. Our boutique features the most trendy jewelry, including bridal and costume jewelry. Also the best selection of Spanx!
Migun Health & Wellness 904 Washington Ave. (989) 893-9480 M-F:10am-6pm
Tue&Thu til 7pm Sat:10am-3pm
Website:
migunbodysense.com
Korean accupressure automated
massage. "Hands-on" spa, half- or full-hour. Ion cleanse footbath, infrared sauna, and special day packages available.
Saginaw St.
Salon & Total Image Day Spa
811 Saginaw St. (989) 894-7972

 

Website:
saginawstreetsalon-dayspa.com
Full service salon and day spa, includes-massage-facials-pedicures-manicures and complete hair care service.
Salon Nuveau 818 Washington Ave. (989) 895-8142 Tu-Th:
10am-9pm
F: 10am-5pm
Sat: 9am-2pm
Email:
shelbyreinbold@hotmail.com
ttaberski@chartermi.net
Full-service salon, massage, manicures and pedicures.
Running With Scissors 1005 Washington Ave. (989) 893-4981      
The Next Wave 1017 Washington Ave. (989) 892-1313 Stylists are independent so hours may vary.   Specializing in color, highlights, cuts, perms, pedicures, manicures, and waxing. We have been in business for 15 years.

Theatres, Entertainment,
Museums & Libraries

1st Thursdays Gallery Walk Office 113 Third St. (989) 893-7142 Tues-F:
10am-5pm
Sat-Sun:
10am-2pm
Websites:
1stthursdaysbaycity.com
gallerywalkbc.com
Office in gallery setting that organizes Downtown Bay CIty's First Thursday Gallery Walk & Film Showings. Contact us for information on what's happening and how you can participate.
Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library 500 Center Ave. (989) 894-2837 M-Th:
10am-8pm
F-Sat:
9am-5pm
Sun: Closed
Websites:
baycountylibrary.org
The Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library is the main library of the Bay County Library System. The library is inviting and comfortable with wonderful resouces for adults, teens and children. This facility will be able to serve the residents of Bay County for many years to come!
Bay Arts Council 915 Washington Ave. (989) 893-0343   Email:
mailmgs@bayartscouncil.org

Website:

bayartscouncil.org
Bay Arts Council is proud to have the support of members, countless volunteers and many business sponsors to continue to develop and offer arts opportunities to the community.

We are also undergoing positive changes and growth as an organization, and are focusing our efforts on serving as a collaborator for area arts and cultural arts organizations.
Bay City Boat Lines, LLC 1020 N. Water St. (Business office) (989) 891-2628
(989-891-BOAT)
  Website:
baycityboatlines.com
Friday evening sunset cruises, scenic cruises with live narration of historic riverfront sites, special events cruises and private charters for parties available seven days a week on the vessels Princess Wenonah and Islander. Information and current schedule available on website.

Bay County
Historical Society/ Historical Museum
of Bay County

321 Washington Ave. (989) 893-5733 Business Hours:
M-F: 8am-5pm Guest Tours:
M-F: 10am-5pm; Sat&Sun:
Noon-4 pm

Email:
bchsco@mindspring.com

Website:
bchsmuseum.org

The Bay County Historical Society offers a variety of community activities including “River of Time” and the annual “Tour of Homes” each fall. In addition the Society offers historic trolley tours every Saturday at 2 pm and operates the Historical Museum of Bay County located at 321 Washington Ave., as well as the historic Trombley/Centre House located in Veterans Memorial Park. Admission to the museum is FREE. The Trombley/Centre House is open on a limited basis. A new comprehensive history of Bay County gallery is now open.
BaySail-
Schooner Appledore

107 Fifth St.
(2nd Floor)

(989) 895-5913 Office Hours:
9am-5pm

Email:
info@baysailbaycity.org

Website:
baysailbaycity.org

BaySail operates the Tall Ships Appledore IV and Appledore V offering public sails, private charters, 1/2 day school programs, and youth overnight sail training voyages. The vessels sail Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay, departing from Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City.
Delta College Planetarium & Learning Center 100 Center Ave. (989) 667-2260 Sept-April:
M-Th: 8am-8pm; F: 8am-4pm;
Sat & Sun:
noon-4pm;
May-Aug:
M-F: 8am-3pm; Sat:1-3 pm
Email:
susanmontesi@delta.edu

Website:
delta.edu/planet

The Delta College Planetarium & Learning Center is a modernistic structure representing a metaphor of space and space travel. Public and private shows are held weekly in the 50 foot domed screen planetarium, providing audience members with a unique blend of education and entertainment. A gift shop is also available.
Pinsetters Dance & Banquet Room 1205 Washington Ave. (989) 893-1000      
Prime Event Center 1201 Washington Ave. (989) 684-1799   Website:
primeeventcenter.com
The Prime Event Center is a new venue in downtown Bay City, capable of hosting a variety of special events including: private gatherings, weddings, birthday parties, music concerts, boxing matches, business meetings, trade shows and more. Catering is available through Lumber Barons' Charcoal Grill and Brew Pub, also in Bay City.
State Theatre 913 Washington Ave. (989) 892-2660 M-F: 9am-Noon;
2 pm-5 pm

Email:
programming@statetheatrebc.org

Website:
statetheartrbc.org

The tri-city's premiere performing arts center, is a fully renovated Mayan Temple Theatre designed by renowed architect C. Howard Crane, and provides quality, diverse programming in performing arts and film for Bay City and surrounding areas.
The Bay City
Motor Company
1120 N. Water St. (989) 891-0900

Tue-Sat:
10am-5pm
Other hours, please call to make an appointment

Email:
sales@tbcmc.com

Website:
thebaycitymotorcompany.com

Take a walk back in time as you view our collection of antique, specialty, muscle and classic cars. Nearly everything is for sale, including die cast models, refurbished pedal cars, artwork, radio consoles, memorabilia, toys, books, hats, t-shirts and more.
The Bijou Orhestra 917 Washington Ave. (989) 892-4200 T-F:
10am-5:30pm
Email:
contact@bijouorchestra.org

Website:
bijouorchestra.org

Performing arts- We present a series of concerts each year at the State Theatre. We also present a series of Off Broadway musicals with professional artists and musicians.
Washington Lanes & Entertainment Center 1205 Washington Ave. (989) 893-1000