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Acorn Swing for the Arts

Tuesday, Sep. 01 | 11:00am ET (10:00am CT)

Community Event

Join us for our 3rd Annual Acorn Swing for the Arts – a golf outing to raise money for The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts community programs. New this year at The Woodlands Course at Whittaker! 

  • “Early Registration Price” April 10 - 17, 2026
  • “Regular Price” starts April 18, 2026

Location:
The Woodlands Course at Whittaker
12578 Wilson Road
New Buffalo, MI 49117

Opened in 1996 by Dan and Mary O’Brien, the Woodlands Course at Whittaker remains a must-visit stop for visitors to Harbor Country, featuring a mix of challenging and rewarding holes through woods, water and sloping fairways. The Woodlands Course is sure to captivate golfers of all skill levels.

Registration includes bag drop, cart, swag bag, 2 drink tickets, lunch, post-outing cash bar with appetizers, putting green, driving range, contests and raffle drawing.

"FORE SALE"

Optional bundle of game helps you can purchase now or in person at the event:

  • Mulligan – Miss one swing it does not count
  • Ball Toss – Pick up your ball and throw it
  • Wheel of Fortune – Spin at the tee of the course's longest hole and take a chance on where to place your ball from the tee without a drive – up to 400 yds!
  • One Raffle Ticket

Limit of one bundle per golfer.

Raffle

Our Acorn Loft reserved overnight for 4 (based on availability) and balcony tickets for a show that evening. One free round of drinks with a dedicated server included.

Raffle tickets - $25 each or 5 for $100

Price includes a $77 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn.

The Acorn is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donations help us to continue to operate and offer wonderful programming to the community.

Sponsorships Available! For information on sponsorship opportunities for this event, please contact Belle Schmidt.

  • “Early Registration Price” April 10 - 17, 2026
  • “Regular Price” starts April 18, 2026
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10:00 am ET – Registration; 11:00 am ET – Shotgun start
Starts 11:00am, doors open 10:00am

Artistry, Up Close

The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.

About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts

The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan.  Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan …  just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.

The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.

The Acorn’s Mission

To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.


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