Events Happening in Muskegon County – November 29 – December 6, 2021

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

Monday November 29:

Art Exhibit: Evie Carrier – Encaustic Photography
October 8 @ 8:30 am – December 6 @ 5:00 pm
Frauenthal Center 425 W Western Ave.
“The mission of my Encaustic Presentation: To capture a fascinating scene with my camera, then treat it in a unique Encaustic fashion, and finally unveil it in the most interesting way possible.” This is a free event located on the upper level.

Big Band Swing Dancing
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Celebration Community Church 1260 W. Sherman Blvd. Have a good time at this free swing era dance! Participants are encouraged to dress in attire from the 1920s-50s. Donations are always appreciated.

Youth Take and Make Crafts
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

Tuesday November 30:

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St., Montague. Enjoy breakfast and your favorite espresso drink while listening to master pianist Steve Thielman. Every Tuesday morning. This is free and open to the public

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs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The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”.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 “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org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 December 1:

Mona Shores High School Choir Presents “America’s Tallest Singing Christmas Tree”
7:00 pm
Frauenthal Center 425 W Western Ave., Celebrating its 36th annual season, “America’s Tallest Singing Christmas Tree”, presented by the Mona Shores High School Choir and Orchestra, is the premier way to kick off your holiday season.

Festival of Wreaths Downtown Muskegon Wreath Walk
November 24 – December 5
The Muskegon Museum of Art’s outdoor holiday event, Festival of Wreaths, spreads the holiday spirit throughout downtown Muskegon. Designer wreaths in downtown businesses and decor items at the Muskegon Museum of Art will be available to bid on during Festival of Wreaths in an online auction. Proceeds from wreath sponsorships and auction purchases will contribute important funds toward MMA programs. QR codes will be available to download map.

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.

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

Thursday December 2:

The Night I Died at the Palace Theatre: Murder Mystery Play
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Playhouse at White Lake 304 South Mears Ave., Whitehall A murder mystery play by White Lake Youth Theatre! Join White Lake Youth Theatre for their autumn play! Tickets just $12

Third Coast Swing
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St.,Montague Third Coast Swing is heavily influenced by the music of the late Belgium born Romani Gypsy, Django Reinhardt & His band, The Hot Club Of Paris 1930’-1940’s.

Every Christmas Story Ever Told…(and then some!)
December 2-5
Beardsley Theater 425 W. Western Ave., Join us from 7:30pm to 9:30pm! Instead of performing Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told.

Friday December 3:

Kevin Johnson
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St., Montague, After growing up in the Ann Arbor area singer/songwriter Kevin Johnson now resides in beautiful northern Michigan and simply continues to grow as a writer and performer.

Museums Gone Wild
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Lakeshore Museum Center 430 W. Clay Ave., For those looking for a different museum experience. As we take you through the galleries this program will combine hilarious party games and more. Tickets are just $10 www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Craft Clutch
1:00 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – Muskegon Township Branch 1910 East Apple Ave., Muskegon, Bring your own craft supplies and chat with other crafters while working on your project. All crafts, skill levels, and newcomers welcome

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.

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!

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 December 4:

Second Chances Band
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop located at 8744 Ferry St.,Montague, SECOND CHANCES came together with the common goal to play songs that people generally do not hear other bands perform, by performers such as Billy Joel, Traffic, The Doors and more!

Joyful Strides Christmas Fundraiser
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Santa will arrive and there will pony rides, hot chocolate and mini donkey grooming. This is a FREE event (all donations will go to their nonprofit) by Joyful Strides located at 2100 E. Riley Thompson Rd., Muskegon

Hanukkah History & Traditions
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Lakeshore Museum Center 430 W. Clay Ave., Join us in celebrating the Jewish holiday of Hanukah as part of our L’Dor V’Dor exhibit. This event will include traditional Hanukkah activities, such as playing dreidel and more. $5 per person.

White Lake Area Christmas Parade
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Downtown Montague & Whitehall 124 W Hanson St., Santa’s comin’ to town! Join us for the Annual Christmas Parade in downtown Montague and Whitehall. The American Legion and VFW will lead the event.

First Annual Weihnachtsmarkt at the Farm
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Their first Christmas Market right here on the Farview Acres farm located at 466 E. Mt. Garfield Rd., Norton Shores! Join them for some holiday cheer & fun times.

Mona Lake Boat Club Holiday Shopping Frenzy
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Mona Lake Boat Club open to the public for this event, located at 372 Randall Rd., Norton Shores. Many vendors from Tupperware, Partylite, Tastefully Simple to many others. Taco lunch available also. There will be raffles every half hour starting at noon. You must be present to win.

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. Call 231-828-4188 to register.

Holidays in Lakeside
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Enjoy a fun foray into the Holidays in the Lakeside District. Shop, send a letter to Santa, enjoy our tree lighting, go for a carriage ride and more!

Oak Crest Christmas Bazaar
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Get your Christmas spirit flowing at Oak Crest Christmas Bazaar located at 1540 Leonard Ave., There will also be a bake sale and silent auction fundraiser for Sister’s of Strength Ministry.

Muskegon Voyagers Pro Hockey Home Game: Warhawks
Puck drops 8:30pm
Check out Muskegon’s Semi-Pro hard- hitting action hockey team at Lakeshore Sports Centre located at 4470 Airline Rd. Puck drops at 8:30pm. Tickets are just $10 and $7 for youth 5-11 years of age. www.muskegonvoyagersprohockey.com

Hackley & Hume Holiday Tour
2:00pm-7:00pm
Experience the Houses this holiday season! Join the staff for your tour of the houses decorated for the season. $15 per person, $12 ages 65+ and $5 ages 3-12
Additional dates are walk-through tours where visitors can experience the houses decorated for the Holidays: December 4 from 2-7, December 11 from 2-7, December 18 from 2-7, December 28 from 2-7, December 29 from 2-7 www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Open Mic Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sing a song and/or play an instrument during Open Mic Night at the Book Nook & Java Shop located at 8744 Ferry St., Montague

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.

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 December 5:

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster. 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

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