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Monday, June 6
Used Book Sale
Muskegon Area District Library, Ravenna Branch, 12278 Stafford Street, Ravenna. Used books at great prices at the Ravenna Branch Library. Call 231-853-6975 for open hours.
Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.
South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturday, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org
Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org
Tuesday, June 7
Museum Explorers
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Bring your young museum explorer to the museum for some interactive activities in the galleries. These focused family activities are available on a drop-in basis at any time in the two hours that we will be in the gallery. June 7: The Properties of Copper. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/museum-explorers/2022-06-07/
Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Enjoy breakfast and your favorite espresso drink while listening to master pianist Steve Thielman. Every Tuesday morning. www.thebooknookjaveshop.com
8 Hands on 2 Pianos
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Steve Thielman, Robert Edwards, Phyllis Miner, and Bryan Uecker. Music by Beethoven, Gurlitt, Moskowski, Schubert, Chaminade, and Holst. Dinner at 6:15pm: oven roasted salmon, sesame garlic rice, snow peas, glass of house wine, dessert, $17. https://booknook.ticketleap.com/8-hands-on-2-pianos/
Unruly Irish Session
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Avenue. One of the most time-honored musical traditions in Ireland is the “seisiún,” an informal gathering of amateur musicians, usually at the local pub, playing traditional Irish folk and dance tunes. Continuing their commitment to enriching the Irish cultural heritage of West Michigan, Unruly Brewing has graciously offered to host a series of trad session on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for opening day of the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com
Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org
Wednesday, June 8
Eric and Chris Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Eric Michaels and Chris Kennedy are a guitar duo, performing a mix of folk, pop, country, and standards. Longtime friends and musical partners who’ve performed in clubs and coffeehouses from Alaska to Arizona, Eric and Chris now reside in Western Michigan where they’re now sharing their music in venues along the lakeshore. While you’re enjoying a lunch at the Book Nook, savor the easy-listening, acoustic sounds of Eric and Chris as well! www.thebooknookjaveshop.com
Lunch ‘n Learn: Around the World
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
The Block, 360 W. Western Avenue, 2nd floor. West Michigan Symphony presents a brown bag lunch and conversation about Masterworks. Enjoy an hour of lively discussion with Music Director Scott Speck and a special guest. This is a FREE event. Doors open at 11:45 am to give you time to mingle and take your seats. info@westmichigansymphony.org
DNR Volunteer Stewardship Opportunities
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
White Lake Community Library, 3900 White Lake Drive. DNR natural resources steward Emily Leslie will visit the White Lake Community Library to share information about the program, how you can get involved, and how volunteers and park staff work year-round to preserve your favorite places for future generations. info@wlclib.org
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
Trivia Night! June 2022 Edition
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company, 255 Seminole Rd. Welcome to Music Trivia brought to you by Trivia Cat! It’s a music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Identify and answer questions about songs and artists. All genres, all years are fair game! Top teams will win gift cards! https://www.facebook.com/events/742415933452987
Trivia Night! June 2022 Edition
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Ave. Welcome to Music Trivia brought to you by Trivia Cat! It’s a music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Identify and answer questions about songs and artists. All genres, all years are fair game! Top teams will win gift cards!
https://www.facebook.com/events/337169445200656
Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org
Thursday, June 9
Little Learners: STEAM Play and Learn
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. The theme for June is Color. RSVPs required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-learners-playgroup-winterspring-2022-tickets-222075663287
Ceramics Open Studio with Kim Funk
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Terrestrial Forming Pottery Studio, 5385 Lamos at Michillinda, Whitehall. Students ages 18+ who have completed an ACWL-Nuveen introductory pottery class are eligible to participate in Open Studio. $162 for ACWL-Nuveen Members. https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/ceramics-open-studio-with-kim-funk
Jazz Happy Hour
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Jazz Duo: Aedan McCauley on piano & Donovan Meeusen on bass. Drink and food specials! www.thebooknookjaveshop.com
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
Trivia Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pub One Eleven, 111 W. Colby Street, Whitehall. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to Play! Pub111.com
Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Get your camera ready and enjoy the afternoon breeze while cruising the lake during our sunset cruise. This is a perfect time to relax with friends and loved ones. www.aquastarcruises.com
Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com
Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. This is a great opportunity to visit the art museum and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
Friday, June 10
MLK Unity Breakfast
7:30 am – 12:00 pm
VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, 470 W. Western. A half-day conference featuring a keynote address by Donna Brazile, political strategist and news contributor, and two breakout sessions. $30. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-unity-breakfast-tickets-209344223207
AVP Muskegon Open
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Pere Marquette Public Beach, 3510 Channel Drive. The Association of Volleyball Professionals is proud to announce that for the first time since 2009, they are returning to the Great Lake State. Home to the largest beach in Western Michigan, the 2022 Tour Series Muskegon Open will provide the sport’s up-and-coming athletes with plenty of opportunity to showcase their talents. https://avp.com/event/tour-series-muskegon-open/
Taste of Muskegon
4:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 W. Webster Ave. Taste of Muskegon is a celebration of the best Muskegon has to offer! Join us for a weekend of taste-size bites of the county’s best locally-owned restaurants and food trucks. We’ll have live music, great drinks, and so much more. https://www.tasteofmuskegon.org
Muskegon Paintings Opening Reception
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Ave. Muskegon Paintings is a series of five paintings by local artist Gabrielle Schaub, a recent Grand Valley State University receiving a B.F.A. in painting. Free, but RSVP by calling 231-722-0278 or register at https://muskegon_paintings_reception.eventbrite.com
All-Access Tours
7:00 am – 8:30 pm
Hackley and Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave. This extended tour reveals attics, basements, porches, and all the spaces that the classic tour does not include! Enjoy this exclusive experience while hearing about new research discoveries, restoration projects, and fun family Hackley and Hume stories. $20 for non-members, $15 for museum members. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/all-access-tours-13/2022-06-10/
Serita’s Black Rose
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook and Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. www.thethebooknookjaveshop.com
Two Dudes in Flip Flops
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Burl & Sprig, 500 West Western. https://www.facebook.com/burlandsprig/events/?ref=page_internal
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
Milwaukee Clipper Film Friday: Buster Keaton
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Milwaukee Clipper, 2098 Lakeshore Drive. Join us for this Film Friday event on the historic Milwaukee Clipper. We will be showing two “Buster Keaton” films. Free for members and $10.00 for non-members. https://www.milwaukeeclipper.com/events/
West Michigan Symphony around the World
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 W. Western Ave. Our music director takes us on a journey around the world including music from Spain, Germany, Russia, China and America. https://westmichigansymphony.org/events/wms-around-the-world/
Aquastar Sunset Cruise with Joshua Charnes
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. There is nothing better than enjoying a West Michigan Sunset with live music while you cruise on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. Come enjoy music and some time out on the water. $30 www.aquastarcruises.com
Saturday, June 11
Ride United
6:00 am – 6:00 pm
United Way of the Lakeshore Ride United 9th annual fundraiser. This year’s focus is to raise money for better accessible public transportation in the service area. $40 registration fee. See www.ridemi.org
Mona Lake Paddle Race
7:30 am – 1:00 pm
82 Randall Road, Norton Shores. The race is a part of the Midwest Paddle League and eligible for USA SUP points. $50 registration fee. See muskegonlakeshorepaddleclub.org
Muskegon CareAffairs, Run for Wings 5K and Pancake Breakfast
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon County Airport. Activities include “Touch the Trucks,” airplane and helicopter rides, face painting, characters to meet and greet, and more family fun events. Registration for the run is $25, pancake breakfast is $6.50. See wingsofmercy.org.
Artisan Market Village
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
8660 Water Street, Montague. Shop for artwork created by local artisans. There will be an on-site craft activity for children, sponsored by the City of Montague. Free. https://www.artswhitelake.org/artisanmarket.
Children’s Event – Sara Dippity
10:00 am – 11:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Sara Dippity tells the story of a young girl who finds peace from difficult times through encounters with a cardinal in her back yard. See www.thebooknookjaveshop.com.
Christopher Dragone, Guitar
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague, See www.thebooknookjaveshop.com.
Taste of Muskegon
11:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 W. Webster Ave. Taste of Muskegon is a celebration of the best Muskegon has to offer! Join us for a weekend of taste-size bites of the county’s best locally-owned restaurants and food trucks. We’ll have live music, great drinks, and so much more. https://www.tasteofmuskegon.org/
Summer Kickoff Carnival
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of the Summer Reading Program with our free, all-ages carnival. Enjoy a bounce house, slide, foam exe throwing, carnival games and prizes. Free. Phone 231-744-6080.
VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series: Classic Rock
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson, 149 Shoreline Drive. Classic Rock music acts include Shallow Side, Crazy Babies, Rocket Queen, Big Cadillac, Group Therapy, and Extension Cord. Free. Phone 231-855-5001.
June Saturdays: Insects and Spiders
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Let’s learn about bugs! From fliers and crawlers to the eight-legged arachnids. We’ll be looking at specimens from our collection and sharing some interesting facts. Phone 231-722-0278, or email jackie@lakeshoremuseum.org.
South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
The Smiths
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Montague husband and wife duo present a night of beautiful original tunes and eclectic favorites. www.thebooknookjaveshop.com.
Aquastar Motown Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Join us for a sunset cruise and enjoy the sounds of Motown. The boat leaves the dock at 8:00 p.m. $30. aquastarcruises.com/our-cruises
Chocolate Factory Comedy Show
8:00 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 W. Western Ave. Enjoy a night with the hilarious DeRay Davis and Donnell Rawlings. $38 – $85. https://shows.frauenthal.org/deray-davis
Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Carriage Antique Mall hosts a Flea Market every other Saturday during the summer. Food and great finds! Stop by for the deals! Located at 10130 US 31 In Montague. 231-220-8696
Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com
Sunday, June 12:
AVP Muskegon Open
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Pere Marquette Public Beach, 3510 Channel Drive. The Association of Volleyball Professionals is proud to announce that for the first time since 2009, they are returning to the Great Lake State. Home to the largest beach in Western Michigan, the 2022 Tour Series Muskegon Open will provide the sport’s up-and-coming athletes with plenty of opportunity to showcase their talents. https://avp.com/event/tour-series-muskegon-open/
Free Sunday Swing Dance Lessons
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
AKS Karate Headquarters, 5571 E. Apple Ave. We are so fortunate to have Chris Sanz, a professional swing dance instructor from Buenos Aires, Argentina, teaching us Lindy Hop. Such a fun dance! Chris will teach us beginner and intermediate moves. No matter what your level, you’ll learn something new! No experience, partner needed. Great fun dancing, awesome social time, good exercise. Donations are accepted, but not required. 231-736-3205.
Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/
Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Join us for a sunset cruise and enjoy the sounds of Motown. The boat leaves the dock at 8:00 p.m. $30. aquastarcruises.com/our-cruises
Monday June 13:
Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20.
South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org
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