Events Happening in Muskegon County – July 4 – 11, 2022

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Wednesday, July 6

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. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. museumartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. The museum is excited to host “Dressing the Abbey” until September 12, 2022. The exhibition weaves popular culture, fashion, and history through pieces borrowed from Downton Abbey’s wardrobe. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/dressing-the-abbey-336159
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. Included with museum admission.

Book Club: Good Eggs
6:00 – 7:00 pm

Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. When a home aide arrives to assist a rambunctious family at a crossroads, simmering tensions boil over in this “witty, exuberant debut” (People) that is an “absolute delight from start to finish” (Sarah Haywood, New York Times bestselling author). thebooknookjavashop.com

West Michigan Concert WINDS: Red, White and Bluegrass
7:00 – 9:00 pm

Heritage Landing, 1050 7th Street. The West Michigan Summer WINDS are partnering with the West Michigan Bluegrass Organization for the first concert of their July series. The West Michigan Concert Summer WINDS are a series of free concerts taking place at Heritage Landing. Bring your lawn chairs and come enjoy free music at Heritage Landing! wmcw.org

Music Trivia – July 2022 Edition
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company, 
255 Seminole Rd. Welcome! It’s a ’90s music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Come join us for some food, drink and music trivia! Bonus: Wear your favorite concert/band/musician/music shirt! facebook.com/events/1086254148973164

Music Trivia – July 2022 Edition
7:00 – 9:00 pm

Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Ave. Welcome! It’s a ’90s music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Come join us for some food, drink and music trivia! Bonus: Wear your favorite concert/band/musician/music shirt! facebook.com/events/334425578875664

Thursday, July 7

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market,
242 W. Western Ave. 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. muskegonfarmersmarket.com

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

Summer Art Camp: Mini Palettes for Outdoor Sketching
11:00 am – 12:30 pm 

Arts Council of White Lake, 106 E. Colby Street, Whitehall. In this two-day class, students will first learn how to create their own custom watercolor paint sets using mini tins and tube watercolor paint. Ages 16+. $36, $30 for ACWL-Nuveen Members. Register at artswhitelake.org

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 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. Special exhibitions may not be included.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. museumartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. The museum is excited to host “Dressing the Abbey” June 23 – September 12, 2022. The exhibition weaves popular culture, fashion, and history through pieces borrowed from Downton Abbey’s wardrobe. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/dressing-the-abbey-336159
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design.

Jazz Happy Hour
5:00 – 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! thebooknookjavashop.com

Egelston/Wolf Lake Festival
6:00 pm

Beals and Flickema Parks. The festival includes numerous family friendly events, featuring a 5K run, movie night, outhouse races, arts and crafts fair, food vendors, children’s activities, music and a parade! The Beer Tent (with music) will be located at Flickema Park. The Festival runs Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. For more information, call Egelston Township at 231-788-2308.

Trivia Night
7:00 – 9:00 pm

Pub One Eleven, 111 W. Colby, Whitehall. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! pub111.com

Galen Bundy Trio
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. The Galen Bundy Piano Trio is a modern jazz group heavily influenced by Scandinavian folk music and Romantic era composers. Great importance is placed on the sensitivity of interaction between the three instruments, with group musicality valued over soloistic ideals. Featuring Galen Bundy on piano, Sean Perlmutter on drums, and Eric Nachtrab on bass. westmichiganwinejazz.com

Live Music: Chris Clayton
7:00 – 10:00 pm

Burl & Sprig, 500 West Western Avenue. Don’t wait for Friday night out with LIVE Music, Food & Specialty drinks. Start your weekend a little early. https://fb.me/e/3n7fCFpBu

Friday, July 8

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. museumartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. The museum is excited to host “Dressing the Abbey” June 23 – September 12, 2022. The exhibition weaves popular culture, fashion, and history through pieces borrowed from Downton Abbey’s wardrobe. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/dressing-the-abbey-336159
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. Included with museum admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 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 Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Meet the Machines
2:00 – 5:00 pm
Renk America LLC, 76 South Getty. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to touch, climb on and explore an exciting mix of machines and unique vehicles found in and around Muskegon Township. The first hour of this event will be horn free to accommodate children with special needs and sensitive ears. All attendees must park in the SOUTH employee parking lot. ltheile@muskegontwp.org

Parties in the Park
5:00 – 9:00 pm

Hackley Park, 350 West Webster. Bring the family or meet up with friends in this festive, Friday event. Each week presents live music, food trucks and beverage stations. Not only is it fun, it’s also a fundraiser sponsored by local non-profit organizations. Live music from Brother Elsey and SIRSY, benefitting Muskegon Motorcycle Club. facebook.com/partiesinthepark/

Music at the White River Light Station: Rough and Tumble
7:00 – 8:30 pm

White River Light Station, 6199 Murray Road, Whitehall. Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket and come to the White River Light Station & Museum for this family friendly concert featuring Rough & Tumble. splka.org/whiteriver.html

Acoustic Oasis
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Phil Petersen and Glen Miller are two guys who love playing music. Inspired by the music of such artists as CSNY, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, Jack Johnson and Ray Lamontagne, we have created a playlist of covers and originals adding many instruments along the way. Our sound now includes 6 and 12 string guitars, mandolin, ukulele, banjo, clarinet and harmonica. thebooknookjavashop.com

CMU: Summer – A Theatre Cabaret!
7:30

The Playhouse at White Lake, 304 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall. Using a combination of song, scene, poetry and dance, CMU’s Company presents Summer: A Theatre Cabaret as we track a group of students emerging from a year of quarantine into a warm summer’s evening. $27. Season flex passes and individual tickets apply to this Opening Night of our 2022 Summer Theatre Festival! theplayhouseatwhitelake.ludus.com/17228

Two Dudes in Flip Flops
7:30 – 10:00 pm

No Name Saloon, 609 West Western Avenue. Come join the Two Dudes in Flip Flops on the rooftop bar at the No Name Saloon! We like to say it’s a “Slice of Key West in Downtown Muskegon!” facebook.com/nonamesaloonmuskegon/events/?ref=page_internal

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:30 – 10:00 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. $30. aquastarcruises.com

Movies on Deck: Ironman
10:00 – 11:30 am

USS LST 393, 560 Mart Street. Watch this superhero classic starring Robert Downey Jr. under the stars, on the deck of a WW2 Landing Ship! Sponsored by Muskegon Area District Library. Free. lst393.org

Saturday, July 9

Standup for the Cure Norton Shores
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Ross Park, 82 Randall Road. More than just a paddling event, we are a movement. Since 2012 we’ve been uniting paddlers, fitness enthusiasts, yoga practitioners and the breast cancer community from California to Florida and Michigan to Washington in an effort to save lives! Proceeds from this event will benefit local breast cancer screening and related services. $35. suftc.org/standup-muskegon

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

Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. 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. muskegonfarmersmarket.com

ACWL – Nuveen Artisan Market
9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Artisan Market Village, 8660 Water Street, Montague. Shop for artwork created by local artisans! Work will include pottery, original paintings, macrame, skincare items, soaps, jewelry, and more! There will also be an on-site craft activity for children, sponsored by the City of Montague. artswhitelake.org/artisanmarket

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Carriage Antique Mall, 10130 US 31, Montague. The Carriage Antique Mall hosts a Flea Market every other Saturday during the summer. Food and great finds! Stop by for the deals. To be a vendor at the event, call Karen Reilly 231-220-8696. Spaces will fill up fast!

Muskegon County Community Run
10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Folkert Community Hub, 640 Seminole Road, Norton Shores. Family Friendly Scenic Fun “Poker” Run welcomes all cars, trucks and motorcycles. Our poker run cruises through scenic areas of our beautiful county and stops for ice cream! Back at the Andy Blair Sports Center, 640 Seminole, we will have music, a car show, silent auction and more. Benefitting No More Sidelines and MCSD Motor Unit. MuskegonCCR.org

Christopher Dragone, Guitar
11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Guitar player extraordinaire from Muskegon. thebooknookjavashop.com.

Super Saturday at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. Join us the second Saturday of every month for free general admission at the MMA all day! Come see the exhibitions and pick up supplies for an exciting art and exhibitions related STEAM activity to do at home following your visit. July 9: Build It. muskegonartmuseum.org

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. museumartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. The museum is excited to host “Dressing the Abbey” June 23 – September 12, 2022. The exhibition weaves popular culture, fashion, and history through pieces borrowed from Downton Abbey’s wardrobe. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/dressing-the-abbey-336159
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. Included with museum admission.

VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series: Funk Jam Bands
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson,
149 Shoreline Drive. Music acts include Desmond Jones, The Last Straw Motel, Common Molly, and more. Free. Phone 231-722-0000.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 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 Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
3:00 – 5:00 pm

McLaughlin Community Fellowship, 1198 Spring Street. Come spend a couple of hours with Sabryna and learn how to make your own serendipitous work of art. 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. $20. Ages 8+. https://fb.me/e/2yVItbBzr

The Rough and Tumble
7:00 – 9:00 pm

The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. The dumpster-folk, thrift store-Americana duo, consisting of Mallory Graham & Scott Tyler and their menagerie of classic folk and homemade instruments, have been hobbling around the country since 2015, taking their songs to the far corners of the US and to the weird little towns they pass along the way. thebooknookjavashop.com

CMU: Summer – The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
7:30

The Playhouse at White Lake, 304 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall. How on earth can three actors do the impossible: act through Shakespeare’s entire canon – 37 plays – in 97 minutes? The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) hilariously summarizes all of Shakespeare’s plays, using reduced re-enactments and audience participation. One show only! $27. theplayhouseatwhitelake.ludus.com/17275

Aquastar Luau Cruise
8:30 – 10:00 pm

Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Listen to the sounds of the Hawaiian Islands, enjoy some time out on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan and maybe mother nature will treat us to a West Michigan sunset. The Pacific Island Dancers will be on hand to show off the beautiful Hawaiian dancing. $38. aquastarcruises.com

Sunday, July 10

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. museumartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. The museum is excited to host “Dressing the Abbey” June 23 – September 12, 2022. The exhibition weaves popular culture, fashion, and history through pieces borrowed from Downton Abbey’s wardrobe. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/dressing-the-abbey-336159
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. Included with museum admission.

Paul Keller Jazz Quintet
7:00 – 9:00 pm

The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Jazz string bassist Paul Keller brings his popular quintet to Montague for a spirited and entertaining evening of music that will feed your soul, lift your spirits and massage your ears! westmichiganwinejazz.com

Monday, July 11

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 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 Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

The History Guys Lecture Series – Detroit Part I
6:30 – 9:00 pm

The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Kurt Troutman and George Maniates present Detroit Part I: America’s City on the Hill. thebooknookjavashop.com