Events Happening in Muskegon County – Tuesday April 6, – Sunday April 11, 2021

*Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events*
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org

Museums open to the public:
Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org
USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org

Tuesday April 6:

Spring Break Art Camp: Friendly Crochet
April 6-8 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Ages 8-12 $10 for non-members $9 for ACWL-Nuveen members. Join Ro at Art Council of White Lake located at 106 E. Colby St. for this class to make your own crocheted bracelets! Over the course of three classes, students will learn basic crochet terminology and multiple crochet stitches. All supplies will be provided and students will leave with at least two, unique bracelets. Crochet is creative and fun! Keeping up with the trends is easy once you know the basic techniques. This class is designed for people who have little-to-no crochet experience. Ambitious beginners are Welcome! 231-893-2524 Register at www.artswhitelake.org

Spring Break Art Camp: Paper Mache Animal Sculptures
April 6-8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Ages 6-12 $10 for non-members $9 for ACWL-Nuveen members Spend three sessions at the ACWL-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. engaging in creative art play making fantasy animal sculptures out of Paper Mâché. Students will be working with cardboard, glue, paper, yarn, felt, feathers, paint and more! This is a chance to let your imagination run wild and transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Registration is required at www.artswhitelake.org 231-893-2524

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
Quilts are made from an endless combination of patterns, colors, fabrics, and techniques. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Wednesday April 7:

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Thursday April 8:

Lumberjacks Hockey Home Game -vs- Dubuque Fighting Saints
Puck Drops @ 7:00 pm
The Muskegon Lumberjacks are a U.S. Junior A hockey team based at the Mercy Health Arena! Going to a game you’ll hear things like “Great price for family fun” and “Always a fun atmosphere, people are great and the games are always fun”. This year social distancing and other precautions will be in effect so please bring your mask. Tonight’s game will be against Dubuque Fighting Saints. The puck drops at 7:00pm. #GOJACKS! For tickets call 231-726-2400 Mercy Health Arena is located at 470 W. Western Ave. https://www.muskegonlumberjacks.com/tickets

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Open Studio Session: Climate Art
April 1 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Community members are invited to drop-in to the ACWL-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. to create climate-related art! If you don’t have any ideas for inspiration, White Lake Area Climate Action Council volunteers will be on hand to share information about climate changes affecting our area. You will also have the opportunity to have your artwork displayed at area businesses as part of the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition. Prizes will be awarded! To be included in the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition, artists must submit either a 12″x12″ repurposed canvas or 12″x12″ cardboard square to the ACWL-Nuveen by April 19. ACWL-Nuveen will have both on hand, although repurposed canvases are limited. Registration is required: www.artswhitelake.org/open-studio-session. Questions: 231-893-2524

Reservation for City Center Arts Show Reception
Sign up now. Limited Availability
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Center Arts Gallery and Artisan Shop located at 356 W. Western Ave. is a new upcoming gallery that has rotating theme exhibits featuring all local artists. It is a gallery of all styles, mediums and price points. Reserving a ticket for a reception is a chance to come out and see the exhibit shows with exclusive hours outside of our normal hours. It’s a great chance to meet with friends and family and other art lovers. Some receptions will offer a chance to speak with artists and hear about their work. It’s also a great way to shop for art and artisan hand crafted merchandise at a different pace and environment than when we are open for normal business hours. Staff on hand can help answer questions about purchasing art pieces too. With safety guidelines in place, our receptions are more of a docent feel, but our grand event receptions with food and beverages will return soon if we all do our part; so grab a mask and come join us for some of the best art in town! Also contact us to request a reception or for more details on our Eventbrite or at CityCenterArts.com 231-571-9101

Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1 Lakeshore Sports Arena 4470 Airline Rd. Muskegon, MI 49444 The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday. Social distance is required.

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Thursdays
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Free museum admission all day every Thursdays at the Muskegon Art museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave., compliments of The Meijer Foundation. Please remember your mask.

Friday April 9:

Lumberjacks Hockey Home Game -vs- Dubuque Fighting Saints
Puck Drops @ 7:00 pm
The Muskegon Lumberjacks are a U.S. Junior A hockey team based at the Mercy Health Arena! Going to a game you’ll hear things like “Great price for family fun” and “Always a fun atmosphere, people are great and the games are always fun”. This year social distancing and other precautions will be in effect so please bring your mask. Tonight’s game will be against Dubuque Fighting Saints. The puck drops at 7:00pm. #GOJACKS! For tickets call 231-726-2400 Mercy Health Arena is located at 470 W. Western Ave. https://www.muskegonlumberjacks.com/tickets

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

Friday Night Cornhole
April 2 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sherman Bowling Center located at 1531 W. Sherman Blvd. invites everyone who is looking for something to do! The bar and restaurant will be open. Mask is required when not eating or drinking. Doors open at 6:00 to come in and practice, Blind draw (Random Partner) tournament starts at 6:30. THIS IS A VERY SOCIAL EVENT Meet new friends, bring your group, and just plan on having a great time. You do not have to be a serious player to come out and play. Cornhole is for everyone! Bring your own bags or use provided bags. $15 / player ($5 cover charge – $10 blind draw entry) Cash prizes to the top teams. 616-710-2318

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Saturday April 10:

Downtown Muskegon Shop Hop
April 10
Adventure through Downtown Muskegon! Stop by any one of the shops below to pick up your passport! Get a stamp from all of the participating businesses, and turn in your completed passport at your last stop for a chance at winning a Gift Basket! Anything Sews!, City Center Arts, The Cheese Lady, The Front Porch, Harris & Willow, The Lemon Blossom, McDonald’s Candies, Minty Vintage, Morat’s Bakery, Nipote’s Italian Kitchen, The Pine Street Mercantile, Polka Dot Paisley, Vintage Redefined, Y-Knot Embroidery, Aldea Coffee and East of Eden Wellness Spa Center *Other businesses may also participate, but may not be on the printed passport.

Clean Comedy Time Show
7:30 pm – 9:00pm
Do you want to laugh without the risk of offensive language or topics? If so, join this diverse group of Clean Comedy Time comedians as we laugh together again, safely in person at The Playhouse at White Lake located at 304 S. Mears! Hosted by Aaron Sorrels, this will be a fun filled night of clean comedy intended for an adult audience. $15 Tickets. Automatic Social Distance seating buffers will be in effect when buying tickets, so be sure to BUY YOUR TICKETS TOGETHER with anyone who may be planning to join you for the show. 231-894-0119 www.theplayhouseatwhitelake.org

Second Saturdays: FREE
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join Lakeshore Museum Center located at 430 W. Clay as they open their doors for guests to enjoy all the museum has to offer! Newest exhibit Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins: Piecing Together Her History is on display now. The STEM Center will be open by registration for 30-minute time slots, and the hands-on Science Center will be open throughout the afternoon. Scavenger hunt sheets will be available and kids will receive a take-and-make activity related to one of the exhibits to complete at home. Mask are required to enter the museum. Be sure to check back the day of your visit for any last minute safety updates or changes. 231-722-0278

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

Lumberjacks Hockey Home Game -vs- Dubuque Fighting Saints
Puck Drops @ 7:00 pm
The Muskegon Lumberjacks are a U.S. Junior A hockey team based at the Mercy Health Arena! Going to a game you’ll hear things like “Great price for family fun” and “Always a fun atmosphere, people are great and the games are always fun”. This year social distancing and other precautions will be in effect so please bring your mask. Tonight’s game will be against Dubuque Fighting Saints. The puck drops at 7:00pm. #GOJACKS! For tickets call 231-726-2400 Mercy Health Arena is located at 470 W. Western Ave. https://www.muskegonlumberjacks.com/tickets

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Open Studio Session: Climate Art
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Community members are invited to drop-in to the ACWL-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St., to create climate-related art! If you don’t have any ideas for inspiration, White Lake Area Climate Action Council volunteers will be on hand to share information about climate changes affecting our area. You will also have the opportunity to have your artwork displayed at area businesses as part of the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition. Prizes will be awarded! To be included in the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition, artists must submit either a 12″x12″ repurposed canvas or 12″x12″ cardboard square to the ACWL-Nuveen by April 19. ACWL-Nuveen will have both on hand, although repurposed canvases are limited. Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/…/open-studio-session…

Acrylic Paint Pouring: Dirty Flip Cup
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Create with Sabryna at the McLaughlin Community Fellowship (1198 Spring Street, Muskegon, Michigan). 25% of the proceeds from this workshop will go to the McLaughlin Community Center, where it is hosted. Acrylic Paint Pouring is fun, a bit messy, and a little unpredictable too. Students will learn about the materials, tools and techniques needed in this form of paint pouring and each participant will create their own 11″ x 14″ painting. Registration is $20 per person. Tools and materials provided. Seating is limited, so please register ahead of time.
https://slbenmark.wixsite.com/naturalcreations/store?fbclid=IwAR30bPk43tzks1sWcDDG5v2eeUL5lV2KhV7r-7YYLXx_kG-pvj9voBxH6zY
This class is for ages 8+ (8-14 with adult supervision) and materials and tools will be provided. Class size is limited, so please register ahead of time.

Beginner’s Wire Wrapping
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Students can choose to make either a wire wrapped gemstone pendant or a wire wrapped ring in this beginner level wire wrapping class. Learn the common tools, skills, and tips to wire wrapping a pre-drilled stone.$10 per person. Materials included. Tools will be available for use for all workshops, however you may bring your own if you have them. All workshops are ages 10+. Students 10-12 must be accompanied by an adult. 1198 Spring St. is the location. https://slbenmark.wixsite.com/naturalcreations/store?fbclid=IwAR30bPk43tzks1sWcDDG5v2eeUL5lV2KhV7r-7YYLXx_kG-pvj9voBxH6zY

Beginner’s Chainmaille – Celtic Pattern Bracelet
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Learn the medieval art form of Chainmaille by creating a bracelet in the Celtic pattern style at 1198 Spring St. $20 Registration includes all of the materials used to create one bracelet as well as written instructions that you will be able to keep and two hours of instruction. Tools will be provided. Seating is limited, so please register ahead of time. To register go to this link: https://slbenmark.wixsite.com/naturalcreations/store?fbclid=IwAR30bPk43tzks1sWcDDG5v2eeUL5lV2KhV7r-7YYLXx_kG-pvj9voBxH6zY

Disability Awareness Art Show
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Muskegon Farmers Indoor Winter Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open indoors Saturdays until May. For COVID19 safety measures, the market will have a different look and feel this year: Please wear your mask and walk within the direction arrows. Thank you

Sweetwater Local Foods Market Sweetwater Local Foods Market – OFFERING PREORDERS FOR PICKUP
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market, 6401 Harvey St.
Sweetwater Local Foods Market will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Sign up for the newsletter to get your order in here: https://tinyletter.com/SweetwaterLocalFoodsMkt or get the list from the website here: sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust! They are open year-round.

Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
BoomTown Market, 351 W. Western Ave
Boomtown Market in Downtown Muskegon invites you to free Draft, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Sample unique Craft Beers on Tap from all around Michigan! If you like it, we’ll can a 32 ounce-er for you right then and there!

Sunday April 11:

Animal Encounters at Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo
April 2 – April 11
Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo located at 4180 W M-20 may be closed for general visitation, but you can still get your fill of Animal Adventure with one of their Spring Break Animal Encounters! Select times available April 2 – 11. See website for details and reservations: www.visitlewisfarms.com. 231-861-5730

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Latin Dance Lesson and Open Dance – Bachata
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Are you ready for partner dancing again? Located at 5571 E. Apple Ave. ,weekly Latin dance events every Sunday in March. The events will be a beginner’s lesson and open dancing. Take the lesson or just come and dance. Your choice. No partner or experience needed. We will not be switching partners. Bring a partner, meet a partner there or come dance solo. It’s all fun. We will accept gift donations to cover our costs, but that is not required. This is open to the community and we want your bodies there! Invite your friends and let’s make it a party! If you would like to extend your social network, get some very fun exercise, learn some new dance moves, or just want to dance, this is for you! Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages. Casual attire and comfortable shoes (or dance in your socks). No street shoes on the dance floor. Get details on all of our dance events on our Facebook group page MADLOS. 231-736-3205

Disability Awareness Art Show
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event.Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570