Events Happening in Muskegon County – November 9 – November 15, 2021

Please check our website for a complete listing of events
www.visitmuskegon.org/events

Tuesday November 9:

LEGO WeDo 101
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Visit Hackley Public Library 316 W. Webster Ave. Enjoy LEGO WeDo 101. This in-person program is a good opportunity to get hands on with robots, coding, and LEGOs. It works best for 2nd grade students and above This is a FREE event.

Live Music at the Library: Truck Driver Bingo
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Muskegon Area District Library-North Muskegon Branch 1522 Ruddiman Dr.
Truck Driver Bingo is a guitar/bass/drums power trio that plays raw blues and outside Jazz. This group will push out some smokin’ blues and test the edge of jazz fusion. FREE event!

Pocket Paintings
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Muskegon Area District Library – Norton Shores Branch 705 Seminole Rd., Teens, make a whole art gallery of teeny tiny paintings. Ages 11-18. Register for an event reminder. This is a free event

Artist Education: Photographing your Artwork
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, For working artists FREE, but registration is required! Register at www.artswhitelake.org Join us at the ACWL-Nuveen for an informative presentation on tips. This is a free event.

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library

Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

Wednesday November 10:

Muskegon’s Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Muskegon Area District Library-North Muskegon Branch 1522 Ruddiman Dr.
Stars & Stripes, The New York Times and over 40 other newspapers identified PFC Clarence Zylman of Muskegon as the ‘Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy’ described in the hit WWII song.

Wellness Wednesdays
5:30pm – 6:30pm

Looking for a midweek adventure? Join the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park located at 462 Scenic Dr. They offer a different outdoor activity each Wednesday. Enjoy a hike of a different highlighted trail each week with staff. www.msports.org/support This is a free event. You do need a recreation pass.

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Movie Time with Ravenna Branch Library
3:00 pm

Watch a family friendly movie every Wednesday at the MADL Ravenna Branch located at 12278 Stafford St., Ravenna. This is a FREE event for all ages and snacks are provided by the Friends of the Ravenna Library.

Open Studio
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Middle and High School students are invited to the Art Council of White Lake-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall for Open Studio sessions on Wednesdays between 2:00 and 5:00, p.m. Staff will be available to help students with both art and music projects. Art students are welcome to bring in projects. Register: https://www.artswhitelake.org/upcoming-classes

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library

Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

Thursday November 11:

Our office is closed today for Veterans Day. We will be open however during the Clydesdales Parade.

“The Clydesdales are Coming!” Veterans Day Parade and Concert
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In honor of Veterans, Military and First Responders, the United Way and Tyler Sales have partnered to bring the famous team of Budweiser Clydesdales to Muskegon for a Veterans Day celebration. The parade will begin at 4:00 from the corner of Seventh down Western Ave. to Mercy Health Arena where the Clydesdales will be viewed from 5-6 until the concert begins.

30th Annual Holiday Dazzle – Fundraiser for the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Held at the Delta Hotel by Marriott 939 3rd St. This is an annual fundraiser for the Child Abuse Council. Doors will open at 5:30pm. The schedule for this fun ladies night out features dinner, a fashion show, auction and more. For ticket information call 231-728-6410

Hike the Lights
6:30pm-10:00pm

Visit the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park where you can hike, run, or dog walk the trails. The ski trail lights will be on from sunset – 10:00pm until there’s enough snow to groom the trails for skiing. (a headlamp is suggested as a secondary light source) This is Thursday, Friday and Saturday! This is a FREE event but for those who want to donate please visit www.msports.org/support

Wrap it Up: Yarn-Wrapped Coiled Baskets
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, Ages 16+ $30, $27 for ACWL-Nuveen Members In this fun, hands-on art class, students will learn about the craft of basket making and create beautiful handwoven baskets of their own

Trivia Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 

Pub One Eleven 111 W. Colby St., Whitehall, General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. It’s a team thing, so even if your knowledge is limited to specific things, you can still help contribute! This is a free event

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

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.

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. Their new location is the Sports Complex at Folkert Hub located at 640 Seminole Rd. 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.

Friday November 12

Destress Before the Holidays at The Pidge Inn with Our Yoga Weekend Retreat!
November 12 to November 14

Ready for a retreat? Time to connect to yourself and build a healthy foundation of how to best take care of yourself BEFORE the holiday season? The retreat weekend at The Pidge Inn located at 3425 Fulton Ave. promises to be kind to you. If you have comfy clothes, a reusable water bottle and a yoga mat, you’re all set! Come by yourself or grab a few friends to join you! Arrive the evening of Friday, November 12th and stay through the morning of Sunday, November 14th Fees: Room fee when booked and an additional $40 per person which includes
– Approximately 6 classes, group discussions, morning smoothies, Saturday lunch
– You will also have time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Muskegon Lake, Lake Michigan and Muskegon Channel
– Dinners not included on Friday and Saturday nights Call or email for more details! 231-766-7385 or stay@thepidgeinn.com or book your weekend at www.ThePidgeInn.com

Live Music @ Pub 111
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 

Join Pub One Eleven 111 W. Colby St., Whitehall, Live Music on Fridays & Saturdays 7pm-10pm. Check our website and fb events for schedule.

Perfect Presents Preview Party 2021
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Visit Art Cats Gallery 1845 Lakeshore Dr. We are exciting to bring you fabulous new handmade work for the Holidays 2021. Join us for giveaways, gifts, goodies and great shopping.

Hike the Lights
6:30pm-10:00pm

Visit the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park where you can hike, run, or dog walk the trails. The ski trail lights will be on from sunset – 10:00pm until there’s enough snow to groom the trails for skiing. (a headlamp is suggested as a secondary light source) This is Thursday, Friday and Saturday! This is a FREE event but for those who want to donate please visit www.msports.org/support

Preschool Story Time with Hackley Library
10:30 am – 11:00 am

Join Hackley Library located at 316 W. Webster for stories, songs, and movement activities as we teach early literacy skills! When the weather permits, we will meet outside on the lawn of the Torrent House. Otherwise, we will meet inside, with masks preferred. Free for everyone!

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Live Music at Smash Wine Bar Bistro
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Live Music Fridays & Saturdays located at 415 W. Western Ave. 8pm-10pm. Check their website www.smashwinebar.com or FB page for the schedule.

Saturday November 13:

Crowder “The Milk and Honey Tour” featuring Sean Curran
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Don’t miss out on an evening of fun with Crowder and Special Guest, Sean Curran, put on by Unity Christian Events at Mercy Health Arena located at 470 W. Western Ave. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://unitychristianevents.com/event/crowder-the-milk-and-honey-tour-featuring-sean-curran-2/. To view our other concerts, visit https://unitychristianevents.com/.

Acrylic Paint Pouring: Dirty Flip Cup
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

McLaughlin Community Fellowship – 1198 Spring St. Acrylic Paint Pouring is fun, a bit messy, and a little unpredictable too. Come spend a couple of hours with Sabryna and learn how to make your own serendipitous work. $20 per person

November Saturdays: Pioneer Living
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Lakeshore Museum Center 430 W. Clay Ave. Visit the museum to learn more about the lives of Michigan settlers in the 1800s. Try their chores, games, and build a mini-cabin. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Board Game Saturday
11:00 am – 1:30 pm 

Muskegon Area District Library – Dalton Branch 3175 Fifth St, Twin Lake,
Do you love games? We do, too. Challenge your family and friends and maybe you’ll walk out with a prize. Ages 5-13. Call 231-828-4188 to register.

Turkey Trail 5K Run
10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Turkey Trail Run located at Hoffmaster State Park, 6585 Lake Harbor Rd. *There will be no Little Trot this year* Please arrive 45 minutes prior to 5K start time

Live Music @ Pub 111
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 

Join Pub One Eleven 111 W. Colby St., Whitehall, Live Music on Fridays & Saturdays 7pm-10pm. Check our website and fb events for schedule.

Perfect Presents Preview Party 2021
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Visit Art Cats Gallery 1845 Lakeshore Dr. We are exciting to bring you fabulous new handmade work for the Holidays 2021. Join us for giveaways, gifts, goodies and great shopping.

Hike the Lights
6:30pm-10:00pm

Visit the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park where you can hike, run, or dog walk the trails. The ski trail lights will be on from sunset – 10:00pm until there’s enough snow to groom the trails for skiing. (a headlamp is suggested as a secondary light source) This is Thursday, Friday and Saturday! This is a FREE event but for those who want to donate please visit www.msports.org/support

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Muskegon Farmers Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open indoors throughout the winter months. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Boomtown Market located at 351 W. Western Ave. 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! 

Live Music at Smash Wine Bar Bistro
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Live Music Fridays & Saturdays located at 415 W. Western Ave. 8pm-10pm. Check their website www.smashwinebar.com or FB page for the schedule.

Sweetwater Local Foods Market
10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sweetwater Local Foods Market located at 6401 Harvey St. will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. 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!

Sunday November 14:

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”. This first-time public showing features images made from recently discovered forgotten original negatives by Edward Sherriff Curtis. “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Monday November 15:

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. Their location is the Sports Complex at Folkert Hub located at 640 Seminole Rd. 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.