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Monday:
Roll On Muskegon
Mondays @ 6:30 pm
“Roll on Muskegon” is a fun, community, bicycle ride through the neighborhoods of Muskegon. Bikers meet every Monday at the downtown Muskegon Farmers’ Market. This easy 8 mph, family friendly ride begins at 6:30pm. For more information, find them on Facebook.
Marketing Mondays: Common Sense in Online Marketing
Monday, April 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Monday, April 16 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm, come to the Muskegon Innovation Hub for a “Marketing Monday!” This week’s focus is “Common Sense in Online Marketing,” presented by Tari & Jennifer Follett of Firelight. Don’t get lost in endless data and trends! Bring your feet back to the ground, keep your goals firmly in mind, and get ready for some real talk. Entrepreneurs and small businesses are passionate about the products and services they provide. Translating that passion to sales requires a strategic focus on marketing and promotion. Marketing Mondays at the Muskegon Innovation Hub will provide sound tools, techniques and knowledge that every small business owner and entrepreneur needs to know to effectively engage with customers and increase revenue from sales. RSVP by noon Friday, April 13. NO WALK-INS, NO EXCEPTIONS. For further information, please send an e-mail to the Hub at mihubinfo@gvsu.edu.
Muskegon Lumberjacks Announce First Round of Playoffs
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, April 16 @ 7:00 pm – April 18 @ 7:00 pm
The Muskegon Lumberjacks have announced dates for the first-round, best-of-three playoff series in the 2018 Clark Cup playoffs! Muskegon will host all three potential games in the first round, and they will be played from Monday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 18. All games will be held at LC Walker Arena and begin at 7:15pm.
• Game one: Monday, April 16
• Game two: Tuesday, April 17
• Game three (if necessary): Wednesday, April 18
Muskegon does not know their opponent yet, but it will be either Chicago Steel, Dubuque Fighting Saints, or Cedar Rapids Rough Riders. Playoff tickets are now on sale at the LC Walker Arena box office. Call 231-726-2400 for single-game tickets. To purchase a playoff passport (good for every home playoff game) call 231-724-5225.
Edith Maniker, Kindertransport Survivor
Monday, April 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Edith Maniker, who as a young child was a Kindertransport survivor who escaped Nazi persecution during World War II, will be the guest presenter at the 2018 Shoah Commemoration Service at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 15. The event, which takes place at Samuel Lutheran Church, at the corner of 8th Street and Muskegon Ave. in downtown Muskegon, is organized by the Center for Holocaust & Genocide Studies – Muskegon. Maniker will also speak at a community event on Monday, April 16, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Muskegon Community College’s Sturrus Technology Center, 388 W. Clay Ave., in downtown Muskegon. Both events are free and open to the public. During the day on April 16, Maniker will be participating in an outreach program for Muskegon County High Schools from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The program is sponsored by the Center for Holocaust & Genocide Studies – Muskegon. Born in Leipzig, Germany, Maniker, along with a hundred other children, was placed on a train in 1939 that transported the youngsters from Germany to England and away from the Nazi horrors. A few years ago, Maniker returned to Germany – something she vowed she would never do – for the first time since her remarkable escape. The Kindertransport (German for “children’s transport”) was an organized rescue effort that took place during the nine months prior to the outbreak of the Second World War. The United Kingdom took in nearly 10,000 predominantly Jewish children from Germany, Austria, Czechoslovakia, Poland, and the Free City of Danzig. The children were placed in British foster homes, hostels, schools and farms. Often they were the only members of their families who survived the Holocaust. For more information on the events, please contact Trynette Lottie-Harps at (231) 777-0559.
Tuesday:
Planetarium Show: Incoming!
Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 7:00 pm – 7:35 pm
Visit the Carr-Fles Planetarium at Muskegon Community College for the planetarium show, “Incoming!” Tag along with robot explorers zooming past rocky asteroids and icy comets, all the way to Pluto, and discover how asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout history, changing the course of life on Earth. Narrated by George Takei, this 2016 program gives audiences a closer look at the scientific advances that may allow us to find and track cosmic threats before they reach planet Earth. This is a 35-minute presentation. (The campus will be closed May 8-17 for break between semesters). For more information, call (231) 777-0289.
Wednesday:
Paint for a Cause
Wednesday, April 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Get your friends together and come to SE4SONS Banquet Center to “Paint for a Cause!” This will be a fun night of painting, great wine, and food specials. Paint an 11″ x 14″ canvas with Create.a.frame Studio. The cost is only $20 per painter and proceeds benefit Every Woman’s Place, Inc. Painting starts promptly at 6:00pm. Please call 231-755-3737 to reserve your spot and have your payment information ready over the phone or stop by SE4SONS to sign up!
Thursday:
Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Tours
Thursdays @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Every Thursday from 4:00pm – 8:00pm, you’re invited to the Muskegon Museum of Art for a free tour guided by MMA docents, compliments of Meijer! For more information, call 231-720-2570.
Planetarium Show: Incoming!
Thursdays @ 7:00 pm – 7:35 pm
Visit the Carr-Fles Planetarium at Muskegon Community College for the planetarium show, “Incoming!” Tag along with robot explorers zooming past rocky asteroids and icy comets, all the way to Pluto, and discover how asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout history, changing the course of life on Earth. Narrated by George Takei, this 2016 program gives audiences a closer look at the scientific advances that may allow us to find and track cosmic threats before they reach planet Earth. This is a 35-minute presentation. (The campus will be closed May 8-17 for break between semesters). For more information, call (231) 777-0289.
Spring In to Action: A Self-Advocacy Conference
Thursday, April 19 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
This one-day event is an opportunity at Holiday Inn Muskegon to grow in self-advocacy, and is for and about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The Arc Muskegon has long supported people with I/DD to advocate for themselves, and this conference will give you further tools, resources, education and support to do so. Registration is required by calling (231) 777-2006.
Head-Shot Happy Hour
Thursday, April 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Come to 18th Amendment Spirits in downtown Muskegon for the “Head-Shot Happy Hour!” Don’t have a professional head-shot photo or need an updated one? Here is your chance! The Greater Muskegon Jaycees have teamed up with Truly Yours Photography and 18th Amendment Spirits Co. to bring you this much anticipated event! There’ll be a mini photo shoot on-site and you’ll receive digital copies of your photos via e-mail within 2 weeks. After you’ve smiled pretty for the camera, enjoy a cocktail as you network with other attendees. Online pre-registration will be available soon. The cost is $20 for Jaycees members or $25 for non-members. For more information, call (231) 375-5064.
Art Talks Back: Awards and Readings
Thursday, April 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Visit the Muskegon Museum of Art to celebrate the winning poets from the “Art Talks Back: Regional Ekphrastic Poetry Contest” and listen to their readings of the award winning poems! The event will start at 5:30pm and the ceremony and readings will begin at 6:00pm. For more information, call 231-720-2570.
Vintage Flowers Paint Party
Thursday, April 19 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Pigeon Hill Brewing, 500 W. Western Ave.
It’s a Vintage Flowers Paint Party at Pigeon Hill Brewing! The cost is $35 for this adult (18+) event. Alcohol is not included, but Pigeon Hill has a fabulous selection of beers to choose from. Outside food is permitted. For more information, call (231) 375-5184.
Unruly Comedy Night: One Year Anniversary
Thursday, April 19 @ 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Come to Unruly Brewing Company’s “Unruly Comedy Night: One Year Anniversary!” This month marks one year of jokes at the UBC. As a special treat, they snagged some of the best and funniest comics that you’ve enjoyed the most over the past year. Cover for this month is $5, and it will be worth every penny! For more information, call (231) 288-1068.
Friday:
Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale 2018
Friday, April 20 – April 22
Friday through Saturday, April 20 – 21 from 10:00am – 5:00pm, and Sunday, April 22 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm, historic Hackley Library will hold their annual Used Book Sale! Thousands of books of all genres both hardbound and paperback, CD’s, DVD’s, audio books, and a selection of antique, rare and collectible books are available for sale. Prices range from $0.50 to $2.00 for most items; rare and special collectors items may have special pricing as marked. Sunday is the Bag Sale where you purchase an entire bag of books for only $3. For more information, call (231) 722-8000.
Lakeshore Museum Center Family Fun Night:
Friday, April 20 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Come to the Lakeshore Museum Center to learn about the fossils of Michigan and what they tell us about the past. Participants will have a chance to make a fossil mold and cast with students from Muskegon Community College and take home a real fossil. There will also be a station led by TwoOldStoners, a rock company, making Petoskey stone necklaces. Young visitors can color a picture of one of the oceans top predators of all time, Dunkleosteus. More info 231-722-0278
Main Street Dueling Pianos
Friday, April 20 @ 8:00 pm
You’re invited to Watermark 920 for the Main Street Dueling Pianos! Tickets are $15 for this 21+ only show. This is an all request party featuring amazing entertainers who have an impressive repertoire of 1,000+ songs, giving the audience an unforgettable experience. You’ll sing, clap and dance the night away! Please be advised this show may contain adult content, mature subject matter. For more information, call (231) 727-0805 Ext. 4201.
MCC Events to Celebrate 2018 Earth Week
From Friday, April 13, through Friday, April 20, a Used Book Giveaway will be held in the MCC Science Center hallway. The public is encouraged to stop by and pick up the books. MCC faculty and staff may donate used books by no later than Friday, April 6, to Jennifer Darling in Room 1134.
From Wednesday, April 18, through Friday, April 20, a recycling display with information about the various types of recyclable items will be located in the MCC main entrance lobby. Visitors can register for drawings for refillable water bottle prizes.
From Monday, April 16, through Friday, April 20, Earth Day-inspired paintings by students in MCC Instructor Tim Norris’ Painting I class will be displayed around campus.
“In connection to this year’s Earth Week theme of ‘End Plastic Pollution,’” the students are creating compositions contrasting either one plastic object against several natural ones or vice versa,” explained Norris. “They’re also embedding additive textural materials into the painting surfaces, developing it in relief with actual texture and three-dimensional projections. The idea here is to subtly suggest the contrast between nature and the human-made world without hitting the viewer over the head with a sledgehammer to convey a visual message.”
For more information about the Earth Week events, contact MCC Joint Sustainability Council Chair Tamera Owens at (231) 777-0289.
Saturday:
Sweetwater Local Foods Market
Saturdays @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market is open year-round, every Saturday from 9:00am-Noon! Healthy! Humane! Homegrown is their pledge to use NO synthetic fertilizers, NO synthetic chemical pesticides or herbicides, no growth promoting antibiotics and NO GMO’s! You can find them in the lobby and parking lot of Mercy Health Lakes Village. For more information, visit www.sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org.
Indoor Farmers’ Market
Saturday, April 21 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave.
The Muskegon Farmers’ Market invites you to come inside their warm barn and shop this winter! They’re open every Saturday from 9:00am – 2:00pm, November – April. They will be closed Saturday, December 30. For more information, call (231) 722-3251.
Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale 2018
Saturday, April 21 @ 10:00-5:00pm
Friday through Saturday, April 20 – 21 from 10:00am – 5:00pm, and Sunday, April 22 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm, historic Hackley Library will hold their annual Used Book Sale! Thousands of books of all genres both hardbound and paperback, CD’s, DVD’s, audio books, and a selection of antique, rare and collectible books are available for sale. Prices range from $0.50 to $2.00 for most items; rare and special collectors items may have special pricing as marked. Sunday is the Bag Sale where you purchase an entire bag of books for only $3. For more information, call (231) 722-8000.
Matting and Framing Workshop
Saturday, April 21 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Join the Muskegon Museum of Art for a Matting and Framing Workshop with instructor Keith Downie! There are no rules in art and no firm rules in framing. However, there are picture framing materials, techniques, and design principles that will provide a contemporary museum-style presentation while being safe for your artwork and easy on your budget. The class is limited to 12 participants. To register, call 231-720-2571 at least one week before the session. The cost is $20 or $15 for museum members.
1st Annual White Lake Princess Tea Party
Saturday, April 21 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, April 21 from 11:00am – 1:00pm, you’re invited to the White Lake Senior Center for the 1st Annual White Lake Princess Tea Party, a children’s tea with light refreshments where you can meet Disney princesses, make princess wands and unicorn dream catchers, meet Prince Charming and win prizes! The minimum age is 3 for princesses with one adult guest required per princess. The cost is $30 for 1 princess and 1 adult and must be purchased in advance by calling 231-893-0515.
Pigeon & Pints Yoga with Muskegon Yoga Center
Saturday, April 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday, April 21 from 11:00am – 12:00pm, come to Pigeon Hill Brewing for Pigeon & Pints Yoga with Muskegon Yoga Center! This is the best yoga class possible because it’s followed with pints! The fun begins with a one hour vinyasa yoga session (all levels welcome). Afterward, cool down and join them in the taproom with a pint of Pigeon Hill beer. Registration includes a Tier I or Tier II beer and the cost is only $10! Please bring your own yoga mat if you can. They’ll have a few extras to borrow if you forget. Register early to guarantee a spot. For more information, call (231) 375-5184.
Work at Michigan’s Adventure!
Saturday, April 21 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Michigan’s premiere amusement and water-park, Michigan’s Adventure, is looking for summer help! Saturday, April 21 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm, managers will be onsite at the MA Training Center for interviews. They are hiring 16 year olds starting at $10 per hour, while associates 18 years of age and older will start at a minimum of $11.00 per hour. Perks include bonus potential, free admission and great food prices at the Cornerstone Café during your lunch. For more information, call (231) 766-3377.
White Lake College Artist Solo Performance
Saturday, April 21 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
You’re invited to hear the top 10 of some of the best college age musicians from schools across the state of Michigan at Ferry Memorial Church at the White Lake College Artist Solo Performance! The White Lake College Artist Solo Performance will feature these young adults performing live with an accompanist. Awards totaling $1000 will be given to the top three winners based on the ruling of professional judges. The audience will also be able to vote and an additional $125 will be given to the audience favorite. A free-will donation will be appreciated. For more information contact http://www.whitelakemusic.org/
Acrylic Paint Pouring
April 21 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
You’re invited to the Red Lotus Gallery for “Acrylic Paint Pouring!” Sabryna Benmark of Sabryna’s Natural Creations will show you how to turn puddles of paint into gorgeous flowers. Each student will learn the techniques and tools used to create their own 8″x 10″ canvas masterpiece. This class is for ages 8+ (8-14 with adult supervision) and materials and tools will be provided. Seating is limited to eight people, so please register ahead of time so they can plan for the proper amount of materials for the class. Red Lotus members will receive a discounted class fee of $20.00. For more information, call 231-981-8525.
Polish Palooza
Saturday, April 21 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Polish Palooza is a Polish dinner and polka dance to benefit the Muskegon Polish Festival, happening Saturday, April 21 at the Polish Falcon Club! Dinner, catered by Stevie Tejchma, will be from 5:00pm – 6:30pm, followed by music by Box on Polka Band from 6:00pm – 10:00pm. Doors open at 4:30pm. The cost is $20 per person and includes late night snacks. Purchase advance tickets online at Brown Paper Tickets or call Joane at 231-780-3162 or Tom at 231-780-5406.
Heels for Meals
Saturday, April 21 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday, April 21 from 6:00pm – 11:00pm, Bella Maria’s Ristorante & Event Center presents “Heels for Meals!” This event to benefit Meals on Wheels will be a great way for people to bring out their fun shoes and kick off Spring 2018! The night features a delicious dinner, dessert bar, signature cocktails, hand painted wine and martini glasses, a live band, auctions and prizes in seven shoes categories. Tickets are $45 each. Get yours by calling (231) 733-8636 or email heather@agewellservices.org.
Sunday:
Buzzed Bard: Happy Birthday, Master Shakespeare
Sunday, April 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Come to 18th Amendment Spirits Co. in downtown Muskegon for “Buzzed Bard: Happy Birthday, Master Shakespeare!” This will be the second performance in their Buzzed Bard series, presenting famous drinking scenes from such plays as The Tempest,” “Henry IV” (Part 1), and “Twelfth Night,” along with music, improvisation and audience games. There may even be a surprise appearance by Master Shakespeare himself! Celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday in style. The cost is $55 per person or $100 per couple and includes a 4 course dinner! Please call or e-mail the General Manager, Jo, at jo@18th-amendment.com to reserve your spot. Payment is due at time of reservation and space is limited. For more information, call (231) 375-5064.
Hackley Public Library Used Book Sale 2018
Sunday, April 22 @ 12-3:00pm
Friday through Saturday, April 20 – 21 from 10:00am – 5:00pm, and Sunday, April 22 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm, historic Hackley Library will hold their annual Used Book Sale! Thousands of books of all genres both hardbound and paperback, CD’s, DVD’s, audio books, and a selection of antique, rare and collectible books are available for sale. Prices range from $0.50 to $2.00 for most items; rare and special collectors items may have special pricing as marked. Sunday is the Bag Sale where you purchase an entire bag of books for only $3. For more information, call (231) 722-8000.
Monday:
Roll On Muskegon
Mondays @ 6:30 pm
“Roll on Muskegon” is a fun, community, bicycle ride through the neighborhoods of Muskegon. Bikers meet every Monday at the downtown Muskegon Farmers’ Market. This easy 8 mph, family friendly ride begins at 6:30pm. For more information, find them on Facebook.