HARRIS, MI, October 17, 2010 (Press-News.org) The Island Resort & Casino in Michigan's Upper Peninsula has broken ground on a new $2 million conference center to attract more corporate golf outings and meetings.
The resort - which owns and operates award-winning Sweetgrass Golf Club - started the 8,000 square-foot expansion project this fall. Located adjacent to the Sweetgrass pro shop, it will nearly double private function space to 17,400 square feet throughout the property.
"Since opening Sweetgrass in 2008, we've seen an increased demand for private parties and golf outings," said Island Resort & Casino General Manager Tom McChesney. "Recent national rankings of our golf course have drawn groups who also need space for pairing parties, board retreats, and non-profit banquets."
Scheduled to be completed in April, 2011, the conference center addition will increase total seating capacity by 828. It can be accessed via a new private outdoor entrance and is within easy indoor walking distance from the casino's main floor, showroom, in-house restaurants and 275 hotel rooms.
The expansion is the latest of many capital improvements on the Island Resort & Casino campus, which have included the golf course, 1,700-seat Showroom, Palm Tower hotel wing with 162 additional guest rooms and luxury Presidential Suite.
Spring 2011 corporate golf outings or private events can now be scheduled by calling 906-723-2141.or visiting islandresortandcasino.com.
About Sweetgrass and the Island Resort & Casino
Owned and operated by the Hannahville Indian Community, a band of the Potawatomi Nation, Sweetgrass Golf Club and the Island Resort & Casino are located in the unspoiled beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
The Sweetgrass Golf Club was designed by Michigan-native Paul Albanese. It was named a Top 20 Courses You Can Play in Michigan by GOLF Magazine in 2010, and Best New Course by Golfweek magazine in 2009.
Boasting more than 1,400 slot machines and 24/7 Vegas-style gaming, the Island Resort & Casino offers Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, Poker and more. The Island hosts top musical acts from a variety of musical genres. Dining options include the Firekeeper's Restaurant, Beachcomber Restaurant & Bar, Coral Reef Grille and Bingo Snack Bar. Live music in the lounge, the Club Four One nightclub, a swimming pool and conference center are other popular resort offerings. The property is easily accessible via a pair of regional airports in Escanaba and Marquette.
Janeen Driscoll
Buffalo Communications
910.690.9711
jdriscoll@buffalocommunications.com
Sweetgrass Golf Club and Island Resort & Casino Break Ground on New Conference Facility
The Island Resort & Casino in Michigan's Upper Peninsula has broken ground on a new $2 million conference center to attract more corporate golf outings and meetings.
2010-10-17
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[Press-News.org] Sweetgrass Golf Club and Island Resort & Casino Break Ground on New Conference FacilityThe Island Resort & Casino in Michigan's Upper Peninsula has broken ground on a new $2 million conference center to attract more corporate golf outings and meetings.