Muskegon County Calendar of Events June 24 – July 1, 2019

Presented by the Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Monday June 24:

MADLOS Presents: Street Dance
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Mondays, June 3 – August 27 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm, come to downtown Muskegon’s Olthoff Stage for free Latin or Swing dance lessons from MADLOS! Start with a lesson, then try your moves on the sidewalk at these free events. No partner or experience is needed. While the cost is free, donations are appreciated. Keep an eye on the MADLOS Facebook page to see what style of dance will be offered each week.

Team Trivia Game Show
Mondays @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Come to Racquet’s Downtown Grill for the Team Trivia Game Show! Groups of any size are invited to play for free with prizes for the top three teams! Categories range from pop culture and entertainment, to sports, history, science, culture and general knowledge. Your live host will also offer many genres of music throughout the game, plus, you’ll enjoy food and drink specials each week. For more information, call (231) 726-4007.

Muskegon South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Kids Storytime: 2:00pm
Tour the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day! For more information call 1-844-MLIGHTS.Docent-led Tower Tours Admission: $2 – Kids 11 and under $3 – Military and veterans $4 – 12 and up Please note: Children must be at least 3 feet tall in order to climb. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Contact muskegonlights@gmail.com to book a private tour of the Lighthouse with one of their knowledgeable history docents. The cost is $50 a person for up to ten people for sunset or any time of day you desire.

Pigeon Hill Brewing Co: Monday Night Bike Ride
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Beginning at 6:00pm, come to Pigeon Hill Brewing Co. to join in a group bicycle ride! The goal is for everyone to start and finish together for a total ride time of 90 minutes. Please arrive early. The ride begins promptly at 6:00pm. You’ll travel from Pigeon Hill to Pere Marquette Beach via the Lakeshore Bike Trail (10-11 miles). For more information call (231) 375-5184.

Tuesday June 25:

Muskegon Farmers’ Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Farmers’ Market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, flowers, nursery stock, handicrafts and baked goods.
Farmers’ Market hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays from 8:00am – 2:00pm. For more information call 231-722-3251 or visit their website www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com.

Group Bicycle Tour
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Meet in the parking lot behind Unruly Brewing Company every Tuesday at 6:00pm for a 90 minute group bike ride! There are five different groups to fit your biking needs and abilities and helmets are strongly encouraged. Loaner helmets are always available at City Hub Cyclery (585 W. Clay Ave., Downtown Muskegon). Unruly Brewing Co. is offering $1 off your first post-ride beer! For more information call Raymond at 231-206-6182.

Summer Concert Series: Uneven Ground
7:00 pm
Add delightful music to your summer season with free outdoor concerts at the Montague Band Shell. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a lovely summer evening listening to a variety of genres of music. The rain site is Montague High School. This concert series is generously supported by the Arts Council of White Lake. For more information on the concert series, call 231-893-2524.

Wednesday June 26:

Food Truck Rally
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Once a month on Wednesdays from 5:00pm – 8:00pm, come to the Muskegon Farmers’ Market for a Food Truck Rally! June – August, get ready for summer family fun featuring great food, music and more! Food tickets are $1 with menu prices varying from vendor to vendor. Bands and vendors will be announced soon. Watch the Farmers Market Facebook page or call (231) 724-6705 for more information.

Workaholic Women’s Wednesday Cruise
7:00 pm
The last Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm, take some time out of your busy schedule to enjoy a cruise of Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan aboard the Aquastar! Join local celebrity Britta Cleveland for a mid-week adventure with music, food, adult beverages and specialty vendors. You will need a debit/credit card to purchase drinks. Tickets are $25. Stop by the visitors bureau for your $5 discount coupon. Visit www.aquastarcruises.com to book your spot or call (231) 903-0669 for more information.

Invasive Species Festival Pre-Party
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Join Unruly Brewing Co. in downtown Muskegon for an Invasive Species Festival Pre-Party! To get you into the festival mood, join them for a classy night to benefit the Oceana Conservation District. A $10 cover will get you in for DJs, live music, and a chance to win a pair of Electric Forest Festival GA wristbands! Other prize packages will be given away, too! Get your tickets and help them to raise funds for environmental stewardship and education. All proceeds from cover charges are going to Oceana Conservation. For more information call (231) 288-1068.

Western Market Chalets
June 5
Downtown Muskegon’s Western Market Chalets, located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, feature seventeen local pop-up retailers with wonderful and unique items! Summer hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. If you have questions, feel free to contact Ann Meisch at 231-724-6705.Retailers Include: Abeshi, Bodhi Tree Market, B Unique, Dune & Sky Gallery, Gems Near the Lakeshore, Halaula, Happy Hands Woodworking, Maggie’s Gourmet Foods & Gift, Muskegon Inspired, Port City Dry Goods, Pound Buddies, Seaway Tours, Shane Rodarte Art,
Skee Tee’s, Tarrerweave and Village Baker.

Muskegon Flea Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Flea Market is where everything imaginable is sold.
The Flea Market is Wednesdays from 8:00am – 2:00pm. For more information call 231-722-3251 or visit their website www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Serene Yoga Beach Series: Muskegon State Park
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Classes will be held Wednesday mornings from 10:00am -11:00am. The drop-in rate is $10. Join Diana and enjoy the serenity of the great lakes as she guides participants through stretching and balancing poses while focusing on breath work and relaxation. Participants should bring a towel or sheet and sunglasses. Meet at the Channel Beach Pavilion. All new participants should arrive early and children under 16 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information please contact Sereneyoga10@gmail.com. Bad weather? Call 231-343-8381 for cancellation information. A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into Michigan state parks.

Thursday June 27:

West Michigan Wine and Jazz Festival
It’s the West Michigan Wine and Jazz Festival! This celebration of two of life’s greatest pleasures takes place in Montague at the Book Nook & Java Shop (unless otherwise noted). Tonight – Jazz Night with In The Blue. Individual tickets and festival passes are available at www.westmichiganwinejazz.com. For more info call 231-894-5333.

Muskegon Clippers Baseball Home Game VS Joes!
7:05 pm First Pitch
Check out Muskegon’s historic Marsh Field for the home opener for the Muskegon Clippers! Gates open at 6:00pm with the first pitch at 7:05pm as the Clippers take on the Joes! Come out for some great baseball and family fun! Grab a hot dog, some popcorn, and cold drink while you cheer on the Clippers! Kids of all ages run the bases at Marsh field after every home game! Adults $5, Seniors & Students $3, kids 5-12 $2 under 5 – FREE
www.muskegonclippers.com.

Jazz on the Patio
6:00 pm
Beginning at 6:00pm, come to Bella Maria’s Event Center at Oakridge Golf Course for “Jazz on the Patio!” Sit outside on their beautiful patio and enjoy great drink specials, a fabulous dinner menu and live jazz music as you view the sunset. Doors open at 6:00pm and the music begins at 6:30pm. Reservations are recommended for a table outside by calling 231-563-6914.

Western Market Chalets
June 6
Downtown Muskegon’s Western Market Chalets, located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, feature seventeen local pop-up retailers with wonderful and unique items! Summer hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. If you have questions, feel free to contact Ann Meisch at 231-724-6705.Retailers Include: Abeshi, Bodhi Tree Market, B Unique, Dune & Sky Gallery, Gems Near the Lakeshore, Halaula, Happy Hands Woodworking, Maggie’s Gourmet Foods & Gift, Muskegon Inspired, Port City Dry Goods, Pound Buddies, Seaway Tours, Shane Rodarte Art,
Skee Tee’s, Tarrerweave and Village Baker.

After Hours Tours at Hackley Public Library
June 6 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dive into history and learn details about Hackley Public Library during an ‘After-Hours’ guided tour! Tours will be held on Thursdays in June. Visitors are asked to arrive at 4:45pm to gather in HPL’s lower level meeting rooms. Call (231) 722-8000 with any questions, or for more information. These tours are free to the public and recommended for all ages.

Dancing into Sunset Free Weekly Dance Party
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Season 3 of the “Dancing into Sunset“ free outdoor concert series. Tonight The Silverado Band (Celebrating the Lions Club 102nd Birthday) New this season, enjoy vendors on site each week including Aloha Hawaiian Shaved Ice and Pizza Parliament. These free weekly concerts happen every Thursday, May 30 – August 22 in beautiful Pomona Park overlooking Spring Lake. For more information e-mail dancingintosunset@aol.com or visit their Facebook page below.

Friday June 28:

B-17 Flying Fortress Rides
June 28 – June 29
Be the envy of eagles! Take a ride on a B-17 Flying Fortress at the Muskegon County Airport June 28 and 29 to benefit the USS LST 393 Veterans Museum! Rides are $450. Book yours at www.YankeeAirMuseum.org/Fly.

Salsa Party Aboard the Aquastar
8:30 pm – 9:45 pm
Board the Aquastar for some time out on the water with a little spice! Tim Twining and Florencia Manon Colella of the Muskegon Area Dance Lovers will bring Caribbean rhythms and Salsa to the Aquastar. No experience or partner are needed, just a willingness to have a great time. The cost is $25. Stop by Visit Muskegon and pick up a $5.00 coupon. Beverages and light snacks are available on-board for purchase with a debit/credit card. Visit www.aquastarcruises.com to book your spot! For more information call 231-903-0669.

Muskegon Food Hall Pop Up
4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Come to Kitchen 242 inside the Muskegon Farmers’ Market for the Muskegon Food Hall Pop Up! Try tempting new food items from an eclectic variety of inspirations, innovations and cuisines. Tickets are $50 per person for a chance to try unique, small plates from the Culinary Institute of Michigan’s advanced student chefs, as well as a special cocktail created for the occasion! A cash bar for local craft beers and regional wines, plus a special juice and coffee from the Coffee Factory will also be available. Also participating in the event are NOVA Super.Natural.Bakery and Nafasi, a new collaborative to bring a diversity of chefs and food options downtown. For more information call (231) 724-3180 or visit the website below.

Pig Roast at SE4SONS
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Join them for a great night on the deck! Chef Tim & Team will be roasting a pig, and there will be plenty of other options on the buffet as well! Please call 231-755-3737 and make your reservations in advance so they can plan accordingly. The deadline to reserve your space is Tuesday, June 25. The cost is $26 per person.

Muskegon South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tour the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day! For more information call 1-844-MLIGHTS.Docent-led Tower Tours Admission: $2 – Kids 11 and under $3 – Military and veterans $4 – 12 and up Please note: Children must be at least 3 feet tall in order to climb. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Contact muskegonlights@gmail.com to book a private tour of the Lighthouse with one of their knowledgeable history docents. The cost is $50 a person for up to ten people for sunset or any time of day you desire.

Coaster Campout at Michigan’s Adventure
8:00 pm
At Coaster Campout on you can spend the night in the heart of the park under a canopy of your favorite roller coasters. Plus, when you attend Coaster Campout, you’re supporting the Boys & Girls Club of America.Your donation is your ticket to a camping trip like no other. You can enter the park, pitch your tent (not included) within their family-friendly “campground” and get the fun started. Enjoy exclusive ride time, a hearty evening meal and tasty snacks. The next morning you’ll be treated to a scrumptious breakfast before heading home (Park admission is not included for June 29). At least one camper at each site must be at least 18 years of age. For more information call 231-766-3377.

Western Market Chalets
June 7
Downtown Muskegon’s Western Market Chalets, located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, feature seventeen local pop-up retailers with wonderful and unique items! Summer hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. If you have questions, feel free to contact Ann Meisch at 231-724-6705.Retailers Include: Abeshi, Bodhi Tree Market, B Unique, Dune & Sky Gallery, Gems Near the Lakeshore, Halaula, Happy Hands Woodworking, Maggie’s Gourmet Foods & Gift, Muskegon Inspired, Port City Dry Goods, Pound Buddies, Seaway Tours, Shane Rodarte Art,
Skee Tee’s, Tarrerweave and Village Baker.

Parties in the Park: Orquesta Tradicio’ n: Salsa Band!
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free admission, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy your summer evening with us downtown in Hackley Park. They feature great food and adult beverage vendors! For more information e-mail info@partiesinthepark.com. Tonight benefits: Age Well Services.

Open Mic Night at The Red Lotus
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Come to the Red Lotus Gallery for Muskegon’s longest running open mic event! Any kind of talent is welcome; songs, poems, readings, comedy, plays, dancing or whatever other skill you want to show off. Observers are welcome, too. They only ask that everyone remain mostly clothed and that you don’t burn the place down! Other than those simple rules, it’s truly an OPEN mic event. For that reason, they encourage parents to use their discretion as to whether to bring children, as there most likely will be adult language and subject matter. Feel free to bring in your own food and drinks too. Donations are encouraged, but not required.
They’re in the lower level of the Century Club building, so use the main front entrance of the building and head downstairs. There is an elevator for those who need it. Just call 231-981-8525 and they will let you in the back door.

Pre-Party at the Museum
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Headed to Parties in the Park with the family? Stop by the Lakeshore Museum Center beforehand for a fun, hands-on activity, and beat the crowds for a prime parking spot too! The cost is $5 for ages 3 and older. Muskegon residents and museum members are free. For more information call 231) 722-0278.

Saturday June 29:

Mona Lake Community Paddle
8:00 am – 10:30 am
This event is free and open to anyone with a paddle craft; kayak, canoe, paddleboard or rowboat. Meet at Mona Lake Park on Lake Shore Blvd. in Muskegon Heights at 8:00am. Paddle around a portion of the lake from 8:30am – 10:30am. Anyone without a paddle craft can rent a kayak from Guy’s Kayaks for only $5 by calling 231-740-0227. Register at www.eventbrite.com. Happy paddling!

Port City Criterium: Twilight Series
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Downtown Muskegon will host the Port City Criterium: Twilight Series. The .8 mile, closed-circuit course is starting and finishing on Western Ave. in the heart of downtown. The races are shorter than traditional road races. A CRIT offers higher-than-average speeds and much more intensity, making it a fan favorite to watch. The counter-clockwise course has a short kicker and fast finishing stretch. Races are timed for 30, 45 or 60 minutes depending on the category. For more information or volunteer details, visit www.portcitycrit.com.

Star Party
9:00 pm – 11:30 pm
The Muskegon Astronomical Society invites you to a Star Party at Muskegon State Park! All visitors are welcome to come and learn about amateur astronomy and view the night sky through the society’s telescopes. You may also bring your own telescope. They will help you get started and show you how to make adjustments. If weather conditions are questionable, contact Dennis Allen at 231-777-1013 to find out the status of the event. It will have to be cancelled if it’s cloudy. There is no charge, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Sensory Friendly Movies: Where “Shhhhh!” isn’t allowed!
10:30 am
Family Hope Foundation and Cinema Carousel present a unique movie experience for individuals with special needs and their families. Select Saturdays, enjoy a disability-friendly environment where everyone is welcome to be who they are! For more information, call Family Hope Foundation at 616-729-8833. With an audience of your peers, special families can enjoy something fun together that you might not typically be able to do. Brighter lights, lower sound, limited previews and a group of people who understand your child’s disability will make this family outing enjoyable for everyone! These special event films feature: Toy Story 4

Scenic Muskegon Run
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join Muskegon County Community Run for a fun scenic “Run” throughout Muskegon County. Participants will travel to various checkpoints, via motorcycles or other means of transportation, drawing a playing card at each stop. The object is to have the best poker hand when the group returns to the Folkert Community Hub and Banquet Center at the end of the run. This is followed by a family friendly event at The Folkert Community Hub featuring a car and motorcycle show, dunk tank, live music, bounce house, demonstrations by local towing companies and much more!
All money raised will go to help No More Sidelines in their mission to support special needs children and the Muskegon County Sheriff Department’s Motor Division, helping to maintain their motorcycles throughout the year. For more information e-mail muskegonccr@gmail.com.

Maranatha Summer Concert Series
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Maranatha Bible & Missionary Conference offers free concerts every Saturday night during the summer! Doors open at 6:45pm to the public, or you can receive preferred concert seating by purchasing tickets to their Saturday evening pre-concert dinner buffet in the dining room. Dinner begins at 5:00pm. All dinner guests receive early entry into the concert venue beginning at 6:30pm. Visit the website below for more information or call (231) 798-2161.
Tonight: Gary Matthews with the Christ Memorial Church Choir & Brass Ensemble.

Sweet Saturdays at the Lakeside Emporium
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join the Lakeside Emporium on Saturday afternoons from 12:00pm – 4:00pm, May through October, to enjoy food, entertainment, and “Treasure Alley” – a collection of vendors ranging from artists and authors to crafters, collectors, and even pottery demonstrations, all conveniently located on-site at the Lakeside Emporium. It’s family fun and enjoyment for all ages, and an opportunity to find just the perfect treat or gift for yourself or someone else. Enjoy the experience, delicious products, and great customer service at the Lakeside Emporium, and check out all the other wonderful businesses in Lakeside. For more information call 231-755-9933.

Western Market Chalets
June 8
Downtown Muskegon’s Western Market Chalets, located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, feature seventeen local pop-up retailers with wonderful and unique items! Summer hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. If you have questions, feel free to contact Ann Meisch at 231-724-6705.Retailers Include: Abeshi, Bodhi Tree Market, B Unique, Dune & Sky Gallery, Gems Near the Lakeshore, Halaula, Happy Hands Woodworking, Maggie’s Gourmet Foods & Gift, Muskegon Inspired, Port City Dry Goods, Pound Buddies, Seaway Tours, Shane Rodarte Art,
Skee Tee’s, Tarrerweave and Village Baker.

Montague Farmers’ Market
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Montague Farmers’ Market opens the first Saturday in June and runs every Saturday through October. Any farmer or baker who is interested in selling goods at the Market should contact Farmers’ Market Manager, Jeff Auch at City Hall at 893-1155 ext. 1757

Sweetwater Local Foods Market
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust! They are open year-round Summer markets are held in the parking lot; winter markets are inside the lobby. For more information visit the website www.sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org

Sunday June 30:

Rootdown’s Yoga on Deck
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Every Sunday of the summer from 7:00pm – 8:00pm, join Rootdown Yoga aboard Muskegon’s World War II landing ship tank, the USS LST 393, for their popular donation based yoga class! This class is designed for all levels. Rent a mat for $2. For more info call (231) 722-9642.

Baby Animal Days at Lewis Farms & Petting Zoo
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Visit Lewis Farms & Petting Zoo for Baby Animal Days! They will be showcasing their farm babies including chicks, bunnies, fawns, goat kids and ducklings along with their other friendly and cute farm animals. You’ll never forget petting a goat or holding a fluffy chick. They’ll have baby animals for you to snuggle and nuzzle. For more information call 231-861-5730.

Western Market Chalets
June 9
Downtown Muskegon’s Western Market Chalets, located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, feature seventeen local pop-up retailers with wonderful and unique items! Summer hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. For questions call Ann Meisch at 231-724-6705.

Monday July 1:

Fruitport Area News Online

The Hometown Paper Reaching Fruitport and Sullivan Townships

Muskegon County Calendar of Events June 24 – July 1, 2019