COME CELEBRATE THE PROGRESS IN RESTORING THE BOBLO BOAT S. S. COLUMBIA -- Saturday, July 17, 2010
The S.S. Columbia Project will host their second festive fundraising cruise on the Detroit River on Saturday, July 17th from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm aboard the MV Friendship. The Cruise will also serve as an official reunion event for former Boblo Crew members and employees.
On this festive cruise down the Detroit River, guests are invited to bring memorabilia, share their fond memories and reminisce about America’s oldest surviving passenger steamer as they view the beloved Bob-Lo boats, Columbia and Ste. Claire.
During the cruise, guests will feast on complimentary pizza delivered by the J.W. Westcott II mailboat while toasting the slow steady progress in restoring the Columbia to its former glory.
The Friendship will depart from the dock behind the Portofino Restaurant at 3455 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte. Boarding begins at 1:00 pm. Suggested donation is $35 per person. Donate electronically at
www.sscolumbia.org or donate by check to S.S. Columbia Project, c/o Lori Feret, 1574 Westbrook, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Tickets will be held at the dock.
Additional information about the cruise and the S.S. Columbia can be found at
www.sscolumbia.org or by calling (212) 228-3182.
Contact persons:
In New York: Richard Anderson 212 228 3128 / 917 532 4300 by email:
randerson@sscolumbia.orgIn Michigan: Lori Feret; 248 546 9712 or by email:
lighthouselori49@hotmail.comThe nonprofit, S.S. Columbia Project, is committed to restoring and operating the National Historic Landmark Vessel, S.S. Columbia, to educate, enrich and revitalize our culture and communities. This event was made possible by the enormous generosity of the Detroit community.
- donation via SS Columbia Project website: www.sscolumbia.org
- by check payable to the SS Columbia Project and mailed to:
SS Columbia Project
c/o 1574 Westbrook Dr.
Madison Heights, MI 48071-3045
The non-profit SS Columbia Project (SSCP) is dedicated to restoring and operating America’s oldest surviving passenger steamer, the National Historic Landmark Vessel SS Columbia.
