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Wednesday December 15:
Santa at the Dalton Branch Library
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – Dalton Branch 3175 Fifth St, Twin Lake
Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to visit children of all ages. Bring the whole family and your camera for photos! This is a FREE event.
Anything But Normal Art Show
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Normal Bob specializes in pen, ink and digital portraits. He’s best known for his dress-up style fridge magnet games sold in stores across the U.S. You can view this and talk with Normal Bob at Drip Drop Drink located at 926 Second St.,
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
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Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, The Lost Photographs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The Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster presents “Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska, the Lost Photographs”.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 “Unpublished Alaska” features over 100 images along with excerpts from the personal journals of Curtis www.muskegonartmuseum.org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 December 16:
Santa at the Muskegon Township Library Branch
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – Muskegon Township Branch 1910 East Apple Ave. Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to visit children of all ages. Bring the whole family and camera for photos to this FREE event!
FREE Holiday Meal
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
AgeWell Services of West Michigan along with the DTE Energy Foundation, Senior Resources and C.A.L.L. 211 invites 60+ years of age people to a FREE holiday meal. the menu will be chicken breast, mashed potatoes, gravy, veggies, dinner roll and dessert. Reservations are needed except for Tangelwood Park. Here is a list of locations:
Tanglewood Park – Driftwood Cafe: 560 Seminole Rd.,Muskegon,
Serving Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm No reservations needed for the Driftwood Cafe. This site will be To-Go only and delivered curbside. Due to safety and space concerns within our parking lot, vehicles will be asked to not line up prior to 10:30 am.
Questions: Call 211
Egelcraft Mobile Home Park: 2129 Arrowhead Dr., Muskegon,
Serving Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Ravenna First Reformed Church: 3327 Mortimer St., Ravenna,
Serving Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
SHAWL Apartments: 225 South Hall St., Whitehall,
Serving Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Pine Grove Manor: 1764 East Apple Ave., Muskegon,
Serving Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Orchard View Community Education Center: 1765 Ada Ave., Muskegon,
Serving Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Muskegon Jefferson Towers: 1077 Jefferson St., Muskegon,
Serving Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Holton United Methodist: 9530 Holton-Duck Lake Rd., Holton,
Serving Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Bijan Taghavi Trio
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop located at 8744 Ferry St., Montague, Bijan Taghavi is a pianist, composer, and educator who is “able to adapt to any musical setting”
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
Holiday Light Tour with Pioneer Resources
December 9 – December 20
A Holiday Light Tour for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Drive around Muskegon County to view these beautiful homes and holiday lights! How it works: Gather your family in your personal vehicle to travel to participating homes and businesses with holiday light displays. Use the event link to cast votes for your favorite displays! Each vote is $1 that benefits the mission of Pioneer Resources. Winning displays will be announced on December 20th. https://www.betterunite.com/pioneerresources-2021holidaylighttour
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.
FREE TOURS: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00am – 8:0pm
This is a great opportunity to visit the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave. and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
Friday December 17:
Genna & Jesse
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St., Montague, defined by a unique alchemy born of the quirky chemistry, intricate vocal harmonies and ardent storytelling which infuse their songwriting and vibrant performances.
Ugly Sweater Party with Post Fontaine
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Brewer’s Lounge located at 895 Fourth St. Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and join us for pints and music with the Post Fontaine band! Swing by for your chance to win prizes!
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
Holiday Light Tour with Pioneer Resources
December 9 – December 20
A Holiday Light Tour for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Drive around Muskegon County to view these beautiful homes and holiday lights! How it works: Gather your family in your personal vehicle to travel to participating homes and businesses with holiday light displays. Use the event link to cast votes for your favorite displays! Each vote is $1 that benefits the mission of Pioneer Resources. Winning displays will be announced on December 20th. https://www.betterunite.com/pioneerresources-2021holidaylighttour
Karaoke Fridays at Full Moon Diner and Saloon
9:00 pm – 11:50 pm
Join Full Moon Diner and Saloon located at 3408 Whitehall Rd. for a fun evening of Karaoke with DJ Noodle! This is a free event.
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
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
Saturday December 18:
A U’Neek Christmas
8:00 pm
This is hosted by U’Neek and Unruly Brewing located at 360 W. Western Ave. You are invited to enjoy an evening of classic Christmas tunes, enhanced with the sounds of Motown and today’s R&B favorites.
Tacky Sweaters and Tinsel
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Put on your worst sweater and join Wonderland Distilling Company located at 1989 Lakeshore Dr., for a rockin’ good time! They will have ugly sweaters, live music and festive cocktails.
The Nutcracker – West Michigan Youth Ballet
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Frauenthal Center 425 W Western Ave. The West Michigan Youth Ballet proudly presents The Nutcracker, a timeless ballet first performed in 1892 set to Tchaikovsky’s now-famous score. www.frauenthal.org
S’mores with Santa FREE
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
There’s a visit from Santa at Smith-Ryerson Park located at 650 Wood St. for photos plus there are fire pits and s’mores kits for a sweet treat. Bring your camera
Santa at the Muskegon Heights Library Branch
11:00 am – 11:30 am
Muskegon Area District Library – Muskegon Heights Branch 2808 Sanford St.,
Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to visit children of all ages. Bring the whole family and your camera to take lots of pictures.
Santa’s Secret Service Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
You can bring your gifts in to Heaven Can Wait Resale Store located at 1639 W. Sherman Blvd. and have them wrapped by Santa’s Secret Service Wrappers. Donations will go Heaven Can Wait.
December Saturdays: Do You Want to Build a Snowman?
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Lakeshore Museum Center 430 W. Clay Ave. Come visit the Museum to create a clothespin snowman. This snowman is perfect to decorate your house or tree with for the winter. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Acoustic Oasis
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Visit The Book Nook & Java Shop located at 8744 Ferry St., Montague for a morning with Live acoustic music by Acoustic Oasis duo.
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
Holiday Light Tour with Pioneer Resources
December 9 – December 20
A Holiday Light Tour for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Drive around Muskegon County to view these beautiful homes and holiday lights! How it works: Gather your family in your personal vehicle to travel to participating homes and businesses with holiday light displays. Use the event link to cast votes for your favorite displays! Each vote is $1 that benefits the mission of Pioneer Resources. Winning displays will be announced on December 20th. https://www.betterunite.com/pioneerresources-2021holidaylighttour
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.
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 December 19:
Free Family Movie Days – It’s a Wonderful Life
3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
The Frauenthal Center located at 425 W. Western Ave. invites everyone to attend this family-friendly movie. This is a FREE event for everyone!
Festive Holiday on Ice
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hosted by the Lakeshore Skating Academy. Please join in watching their talented ice skaters of all ages perform routines to various music. Lakeshore Sports Centre is located at 4470 Airline Rd. This is a free event and they do accept free will donations for the USS Silversides and the Wesley School. Masks are required for all attendees.
Fellowship Family Christmas Party
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Join Fellowship Church located at 4200 E. Apple for a joyful celebration of The Promise! There will be donuts and stars to decorate with your family and friends. This is a free event. www.fellowshipmuskegon.org
Santa’s Secret Service Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
You can bring your gifts in to Heaven Can Wait Resale Store located at 1639 W. Sherman Blvd. and have them wrapped by Santa’s Secret Service Wrappers. Donations will go Heaven Can Wait.
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
Holiday Light Tour with Pioneer Resources
December 9 – December 20
A Holiday Light Tour for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Drive around Muskegon County to view these beautiful homes and holiday lights! How it works: Gather your family in your personal vehicle to travel to participating homes and businesses with holiday light displays. Use the event link to cast votes for your favorite displays! Each vote is $1 that benefits the mission of Pioneer Resources. Winning displays will be announced on December 20th. https://www.betterunite.com/pioneerresources-2021holidaylighttour
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
Monday December 20 :
Holiday Trail Fenner Road
5:30pm-10:00pm
The annual Fenner Road Holiday Trail is open each night unless high winds. Enjoy the holiday lights and displays. For all ages looking for holiday cheer. Walk through the trail. There is a donation box if you are interested in donating.
Holiday Light Tour with Pioneer Resources
December 9 – December 20
A Holiday Light Tour for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. Drive around Muskegon County to view these beautiful homes and holiday lights! How it works: Gather your family in your personal vehicle to travel to participating homes and businesses with holiday light displays. Use the event link to cast votes for your favorite displays! Each vote is $1 that benefits the mission of Pioneer Resources. Winning displays will be announced on December 20th. https://www.betterunite.com/pioneerresources-2021holidaylighttour