Monthly Archives: August 2022

Events Happening in Muskegon County – August 30–September 5, 2022

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Tuesday, August 30

Free Show at the MCC Planetarium
7:00 – 7:30 pm
Muskegon Community College,
221 S. Quarterline Road. The Carr-Fles Planetarium will be showing “We Are Stars” now through Oct 27, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm. This 25-minute family-friendly program shows the development of stars, asteroids, and life on Earth. Free. For information, or to schedule a private show for your group or school, please contact Tamera Owens, tamera.owens@muskegoncc.edu, (231) 777-0289.

Recurring Tuesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Wednesday, August 31

39th Annual White Lake Area Chamber Golf Classic
11:30 am – 7:00 pm
Old Channel Trail Golf Course,
8325 N. Old Channel Trail, Montague. With 18 holes, raffles, a catered dinner, and contest holes, you don’t want to miss this annual event! Register as a team or individual player. Call 231-894-5076 or email info@whitelake.org.

NASA’s Artemis Program
6:00 – 7:00 pm
White Lake Community Library,
3900 White Lake Drive, Whitehall. NASA Ambassador Joe Dermody will NASA’s new lunar exploration program, which includes landing the first woman and first person of color on the Moon. Through the Artemis missions, NASA will use new technology to study the Moon in new and better ways, and prepare for human missions to Mars. Register at wlclib.org/calendar. Free.

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

Eric and Chris, Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Muskegon Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Ave. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! unrulybrewing.com

Muskegon Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company,
 255 Seminole Rd. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! saltypeckerbrewing.com

Thursday, September 1

Tom Powers Memorial Tee-Up FORE Kids Golf Outing
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Stonegate Golf Club,
4100 Sweeter Road, Twin Lake. Your registration fee of $100 per person or $400 per team will benefit the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon and will get you continental breakfast, greens fees, play pass, golf cart, lunch, access to driving range, and prizes. Register today at www.childabusecouncil.org/registration.

Retro Bike Night
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson,
149 Shoreline Drive. Kick off the holiday weekend ’50s style! Get your first look at the fully restored 1950s Pals diner and enjoy burgers and fries by Hamburger Mikey. Prizes will be awarded to customers dressed in ’50s attire. Grab an adult beverage from the T-N-T Bar and rock out to live music by “The Fabulous Oldies but Goodies.” hotrodhd.com

Recurring Thursday Events

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

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. 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 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

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

Free Show at the MCC Planetarium
7:00 – 7:30 pm
Muskegon Community College, 221 S. Quarterline Road. “We Are Stars” now through Oct 27 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For information, or to schedule a private show for your group or school, contact tamera.owens@muskegoncc.edu, (231) 777-0289.

Friday, September 2

Downtown Muskegon Walking Tours: Turn of the Century
10:00 – 11:30 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Join us for a 90-minute walking tour to explore Muskegon’s rich history as well as its exciting present! $13 for members. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Muskegon Polish Festival
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park,
350 West Webster Avenue. American and Polish food and beer, plus Polka music galore. This year we are offering four well renowned polka bands that are endorsed by the Internal Polka Association. Many vendors offering t-shirts, pottery, jewelry, and other items. $10 for 21 and older. muskegonpolishfest.com

Downtown Muskegon Walking Tours: Historic Walking Tours
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Join us for a 90-minute walking tour to explore Muskegon’s rich history as well as its exciting present! $13 for members. lakeshoremuseum.org/event
After Dark Tour
9:00 – 10:00 pm
Hackley and Hume Historic Site, 484 West Webster. Experience the historic site after dark! See all five floors of the houses on this classic tour offered on the first Friday of every month, May – October. Join us to learn more about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and the Victorian Era in Muskegon. $10 for museum members, $15 for non-members. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Recurring Friday Events

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Saturday, September 3

“Hairless Joe” C-47 Airplane Rides
10:00 am – 12:00 pm 
Muskegon County Airport. Take a thrilling 20-minute ride through the air, in the standard military aircraft. The Hairless Joe C-47 operated from every continent in the world during World War II. $225. yankeeairmuseum.org/fly

Muskegon Polish Festival
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park,
350 West Webster Avenue. American and Polish food and beer, plus Polka music galore. This year we are offering four well renowned polka bands that are endorsed by the Internal Polka Association. Many vendors offering t-shirts, pottery, jewelry, and other items. $10 for 21 and older. muskegonpolishfest.com

September Saturdays: Owls
12:00 – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Learn about native Michigan owls and make a take-home owl craft. Free – $5. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Two Dudes in Flip Flops
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Docker’s Fish House, 3505 Marina View Point. Stop in and grab a cold one, some great food, and amazing view and summertime Buffett tunes! dockersmuskegon.com

Milwaukee Clipper Labor Day Party
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Milwaukee Clipper,
2098 Lakeshore Drive. Free for members, $10 for nonmembers. Food will be sold ($5 for G&L hot dog, bag of chips, and a soda). milwaukeeclipper.com

Recurring Saturday Events

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

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm 
Carriage Antique Mall,
10130 U.S. 31, Montague. carriageantiquemall.antiquetrail.com

Yoga at the Bandshell
9:30 am – 10:30 pm
Montague Bandshell,
8636 Water Street, Montague. $10 drop-in classes. Email berlynedwards@gmail.com with questions.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Sunday, September 4

Cars for Cancer: Labor Day Car Show & Cruise
5pm-11pm
Lakes Mall.
Located just off US-31 between Muskegon and Grand Haven at the Sternberg Rd. exit. Sunday night is kickoff party and cruise! Cruise begins at 6:30pm. All proceeds go to Mercy Health Johnson Family Cancer Center.

Grassy Knoll Summer Pop-Up Market
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Muskegon Event Place,
2119 Lemuel Street, Muskegon Heights. Family-owned dispensary is hosting local food makers, creators and artisans to sell their wares, including food items, glass art, plants, produce, vintage clothing, and pet products. grassyknollmuskegon.com

Recurring Sunday Events

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Labor Day: Monday, September 5

Visit Muskegon office is closed today

Cars for Cancer: Labor Day Car Show & Cruise
7am-12pm
Lakes Mall.
Located just off US-31 between Muskegon and Grand Haven at the Sternberg Rd. exit. Pancake Breakfast 7am-12pm. Door Prizes, Vendors, Live Auction and more! All proceeds go to Mercy Health Johnson Family Cancer Center.

Muskegon Labor Day Parade
11:00am
Downtown Muskegon.
The parade begins on the corner of Fourth and Western Ave., heads East to Jefferson St., turns right onto Clay Ave. and ends at Fourth St. Celebration in Hackley Park! Celebrate all of the workers who move our economy forward every day. First the Labor Day Parade then a picnic with food trucks at Hackley Park. For more information or participate in the parade please call Jana 231-638-2741

White Lake Area Labor Day Community Walk
10:00 – 11:00 am
White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce,
124 W. Hanson St., Whitehall. The walk begins at the Hart-Montague Bike Trail Head, where city officials and area leaders walk with the people of the community across the White River Bridge to the Chamber of Commerce located at 124 W. Hanson in Whitehall. whitelake.org/event

Ms. Cars for Cancer Pinup Pageant
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Lakes Mall
, 5600 Harvey Street. Contestants will create a pinup look inspired by first responders! Let’s celebrate police officers, fire fighters, dispatchers, EMS, and paramedics! Email Melissa.Anne.Radvansky@Gmail.com. thelakesmall.com

Recurring Monday Events

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Events Happening in Muskegon County – 8/23-8/29, 2022

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Tuesday, August 23

Left to Write – Creative Writing Group
5:30 – 6:30 pm 
Hackley Public Library,
 316 West Webster Ave. Participate in writing exercises, share your own stories, and meet other creative writers. A low-key atmosphere for writers of all experiences, and everyone is welcome! Remember to bring a pen and paper. Second Wednesday of the month. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

McGraft Park Free Concert Series – 6 Pak
7:00 – 9:00 pm
McGraft Park Bandshell,
2204 Wickham Drive. An all-girl band from Grand Rapids who started in 1967 and has reunited with a few new faces. facebook.com/allgirlband

Recurring Tuesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.
Annica Cuppetelli: Tight/Laced. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Yoga on the Ship
7:00 – 8:00 pm
USS LST 393,
560 Mart Street. Yoga on the Ship is back! We’ll find balance for the new season. $10 donation suggested. rootdown.in

Wednesday, August 24

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

Eric and Chris, Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.

Muskegon Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company,
 360 W. Western Ave. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! unrulybrewing.com

Muskegon Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company255 Seminole Rd. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! saltypeckerbrewing.com

Thursday, August 25

Little Learners: STEAM Play and Learn
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. Participants will join us for story time and free play with themed activities. All attendees must register, including caregivers and siblings. Free. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/225461931707

Mariachi Music with Gabriel Estrada
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Hackley Public Library, 316 West Webster Avenue. Enjoy an evening of traditional Mariachi music and stories! As Gabriel shares his talent in this beautiful musical tradition, he will showcase a bit of Mariachi history. Please register on the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org, by calling 231-722-8000, or by visiting the library. Free.

Microplastics in the Great Lakes
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
White Lake Community Library,
3900 White Lake Drive, Whitehall. Microplastics in the Great Lakes is an emerging water quality issue that has a huge potential of impacting human health and the aquatic environment. The presentation will be given by Art Hirsch, a former environmental consultant with over 30 years of experience. Free. wlclib.org

Recurring Thursday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. 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 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.

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. thebooknookjavashop.com

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

Friday, August 26

Shoreline Jazz Festival
4:00 – 9:00 pm
Heritage Landing, 1050 7th Street. Alexander Zonjic and the Shoreline Jazz Festival will be in Muskegon August 26-28. For complete lineup, visit www.zonjic.com. $25 – $45.

Parties in the Park
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 W. Webster Avenue. Bring the family or meet up with friends in this festive Friday event. Live music from Flexadecibel and Aaron Benjamin, benefiting Disability Network of West Michigan. facebook.com/partiesinthepark

Serita’s Black Rose
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Serita brings a raucous mix of funk, rock, blues, neo-soul, and Americana. thebooknookjavashop.com

Milwaukee Clipper Film Friday: W. C. Fields
7:30 – 9:00 pm
Milwaukee Clipper,
2098 Lakeshore Drive. Step on board for the last Film Friday of the 2022 season, a comical W. C. Fields double feature! Free for members and $10.00 for non-members. milwaukeeclipper.com/events

Escanaba in Love
7:30 – 9:30 pm
The Playhouse at White Lake,
304 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall. In Jeff Daniels’ prequel to the hilarious Escanaba in Da Moonlight, he brings out the charm and romantic side of these wacky Yoopers. $12 – $27. theplayhouseatwhitelake.org

Recurring Friday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Saturday, August 27

Dog Days of Summer Sidewalk Sale
9:00 am – 3:00 pm 
Pine Street Mercantile,
866 Pine Street. The Mercantile is saying goodbye to summer with a one-day sidewalk sale! pinestreetmercantile.com

Jeep Deployment at the LST 393
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
USS LST 393 Veterans Museum,
560 Mart Street. Jeeps will be on display and can compete with one another to win trophies on aesthetics. Free for spectators, $10 entry fee for participating Jeeps. Proceeds go to the LST 393. https://fb.me/e/218Czcevk

Free Community Days – Machines Up Close
11:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Muskegon Heritage Museum, 561 W. Western Avenue. Take a tour behind the rails at the Muskegon Heritage Museum. Get a glimpse of the machine shop equipment of days gone by and discover what it was like to work in industry before modern safety standards came about. Free. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Shoreline Jazz Festival
1:00 – 9:00 pm
Heritage Landing, 1050 7th Street. Alexander Zonjic and the Shoreline Jazz Festival will be in Muskegon August 26-28. For complete lineup, visit www.zonjic.com. $25 – $45.

Beginner’s Chainmaille Workshop
3:00 – 4:30 pm
McLaughlin Community Fellowship,
1198 Spring Street. Learn the medieval art form of Chainmaille by creating a bracelet in the Celtic pattern style. $20. Register at https://fb.me/e/3HG6JsYFJ

Burning Foot Beer Festival
3:00 – 10:00 pm
Pere Marquette Public Beach,
3510 Channel Drive. A celebration of beer, beach, art, and music. Beach camping and barefoot entry make this unique, the Brewers’ Ring makes it extraordinary. burningfoot.beer

Beginner’s Wire Wrapping Workshop
5:00 – 6:30 pm
McLaughlin Community Fellowship, 1198 Spring Street. Students will make both a wire wrapped gemstone pendant and a wire wrapped ring in this beginner level wire wrapping class. $15 per person. Register at https://fb.me/e/1X3E1x7JG

Beyond the Swinging Door: Servants Tour
6:00 – 7:00 pm
Hackley and Hume Historic Site, 484 West Webster Ave. Experience the lives of the maids, cooks, and coachmen through this 45-minute specialty tour. Explore the site through the eyes of the paid servants that worked and lived with the Hackley and Hume families. $5 – $15. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Adrielle Goodrich, piano/vocals
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Born and raised in Western Michigan, singer-songwriter Adrielle Goodrich enjoys bringing music and encouragement to those around her. thebooknookjavashop.com

Escanaba in Love
7:30 – 9:30 pm
The Playhouse at White Lake,
304 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall. In Jeff Daniels’ prequel to the hilarious Escanaba in Da Moonlight, he brings out the charm and romantic side of these wacky Yoopers. $12 – $27. theplayhouseatwhitelake.org

Muskegon Astronomical Society Star Party
8:30 – 11:30 pm
North Muskegon State Park, 611-685 South Scenic Drive. Star Parties are scheduled events hosted by members. All visitors are welcomed, but please wear a mask and respect social distance. There is no charge, but donations are greatly appreciated. We will be viewing the night sky with our telescopes. wmich-astro.org

Recurring Saturday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Yoga at the Bandshell
9:30 am – 10:30 pm
Montague Bandshell,
8636 Water Street, Montague. $10 drop-in classes. Email berlynedwards@gmail.com with questions.

Christopher Dragone, Guitar
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Sunday, August 28

Movies at the Museum: Downton Abbey
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. This is the first Downton Abbey film, released in 2019, that continues the storyline from the original television series. Free. If you wish to attend “Dressing the Abbey” before or after the free movie showing, admission to the exhibition is $15. muskegonartmuseum.org

Shoreline Jazz Festival
1:00 – 9:00 pm
Heritage Landing,
1050 7th Street. Alexander Zonjic and the Shoreline Jazz Festival will be in Muskegon August 26-28. For complete lineup, visit www.zonjic.com. $25 – $45.

Recurring Sunday Events

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with admission.

Monday, August 29

Introduction to Mindfulness and Breathwork Relaxation
10:00 – 11:00 am
White Lake Community Library,
3900 White Lake Drive, Whitehall. Diana Springstead will teach tools to combat stress and anxiety. Please bring a mat, blanket, and a small towel. Please register on the library’s calendar at wlclib.org/calendar.

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the Library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Events Happening in Muskegon County – August 17 – 22, 2022

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Wednesday, August 17

Vet to Vet Café
9:00 – 10:00 am 

Department of Veterans Affairs, 97 East Apple Avenue. Join your fellow military veterans for our first Vet-to-Vet Café. The Café gives veterans a safe place to socialize and share stories. Simply listen, share your stories, or just enjoy the coffee and doughnuts! Contact 231-728-6805 or AWallace@HarborHospiceMI.org with questions.

Muskegon 4-H Celebrate the Possibilities
12:00 – 6:30 pm 
Muskegon Luge & Adventure Sports Park,
 462 Scenic Drive, North Muskegon. Muskegon 4-H Leaders Council invites all youth ages 5-19 years old for a day full of fun and learning! Free. Register at events.anr.msu.edu/muskegoncelebrate

Crafty Afternoon – Waves!
2:00 – 3:30 pm 
Hackley Public Library,
 316 West Webster Ave. During this Crafty Afternoon at Hackley Library, we’ll be making waves in a bottle and waves on a frame! Ever wonder what makes the waves in the ocean? Great for kids, teens, and families! Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

August Food Truck Rally
5:00 – 8:00 pm 
Muskegon Farmers Market,
 242 West Western. Over 20 food trucks will gather to provide you with the best mid-week meal you’ll get all month! muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Crater Lake: The Gem of the Cascades
6:00 – 7:00 pm 
White Lake Community Library, 3900 White Lake Drive, Whitehall. Discover the natural wonder of Crater Lake National Park with author and former park ranger Rod Cranson. Free. wlclib.org/calendar

Yoga at the Lighthouse
6:30 – 7:30 pm 
White River Light Station, 6199 Murray Road, Whitehall. Come to the grounds of the White River Light Station & Museum and enjoy some yoga with Cindy Beth Davis-Dykema. Free. splka.org/whiteriver

Fresh Ghost Comedy Cruise
8:00 – 10:00 pm 
Aquastar Cruises, 
560 Mart St. Part of The Jokes On You Comedy Tour, this cruise is intended for passengers 18 and older. $30. aquastarcruises.com

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

Eric and Chris, Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Movie Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 
360 W. Western Ave. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! unrulybrewing.com

Movie Trivia
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company, 255 Seminole Rd. Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing and trivia questions! We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, projected onto the big screen! saltypeckerbrewing.com

Thursday, August 18

Mini-Museum Explorers – Body Works: Historic Food
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Bring your littlest museum explorer to the museum for some interactive activities in our galleries. This is a drop-in program so you and your family can drop in at any time during the two hours. Free for Muskegon County residents; $5 for non-residents. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Muskegon Street Performers Series
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Western Avenue, downtown Muskegon. This series of free community events showcases talented local artists in a family friendly, carnival-like atmosphere. More than 30 artists perform on the sidewalks, street corners, and stages of downtown. facebook.com/MuskegonStreetPerformersSeries

Recurring Thursday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. 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 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

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. thebooknookjavashop.com

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

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises,
 560 Mart St. For ticket prices: aquastarcruises.com

Friday, August 19

Downtown Muskegon Walking Tours: Turn of the Century
10:00 – 11:30 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science,
430 Clay Avenue. Join us for a 90-minute walking tour to explore Muskegon’s rich history as well as its exciting present! $13 for members of the Lakeshore Museum Center and Muskegon Museum of Art. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Downtown Muskegon Walking Tours: Historic Walking Tours
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Join us for a 90-minute walking tour to explore Muskegon’s rich history as well as its exciting present! $13 for members of the Lakeshore Museum Center and Muskegon Museum of Art. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Scandal Tour
5:00 – 6:30 pm OR 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site,
484 West Webster Ave. Participate in this illuminating interactive event as a juror in a Hackley and Hume-related scandal case! This 90-minute experience will reveal untold stories and truth about each family and their past. Due to adult themes and topics, this program is not suitable for children. $15 – $20. lakeshoremuseum.org/event

Parties in the Park
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Hackley Park,
350 W. Webster Avenue. Bring the family or meet up with friends in this festive, Friday event. Live music from Distracted, benefiting Muskegon Jaycees. facebook.com/partiesinthepark

Roger Brown Guitar
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Roger Brown brings his finger style guitar playing to Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com

Recurring Friday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 
560 Mart St. For ticket prices: aquastarcruises.com

Saturday, August 20

Arts and Dash 5K
8:00 – 9:30 am
Ross Park,
82 Randall Road, Norton Shores. Come out to have some fun and run to support Mona Shores Schools’ cross country team and Lincoln Park Elementary PTO. $25 – $30. runsignup.com/Race/MI/Muskegon/NortonShoresArtsandDash5K

Arts and Drafts Festival
9:00 am – 5:00 pm 
82 Randall Road, Norton Shores. Arts and crafts fair, Arts and Wheels Car Show, music tents featuring country entertainer Kari Holmes, West Michigan Soul Surfers, and direct from Chicago headliners 28 Days will close out the music. nortonshoresparksandrecreation.com

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

McLaughlin Community Fellowship, 1198 Spring Street. Each participant will create their own 11” x 14” painting. $20. Tools will be provided. Register at https://slbenmark.wixsite.com/naturalcreations/store

Acrylic Paint Pouring: Blown Flowers
5:30 – 7:00 pm

McLaughlin Community Fellowship, 1198 Spring Street. Each participant will create their own 8” x 10” painting. $15. Tools will be provided. Register at https://slbenmark.wixsite.com/naturalcreations/store

B-Side Growlers
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop,
8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Acoustic trio from Grand Rapids. thebooknookjavashop.com

Recurring Saturday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

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

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm 
Carriage Antique Mall,
10130 U.S. 31, Montague. carriageantiquemall.antiquetrail.com

Yoga at the Bandshell
9:30 am – 10:30 pm

Montague Bandshell, 8636 Water Street, Montague. $10 drop-in classes. Email berlynedwards@gmail.com with questions.

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

Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. thebooknookjavashop.com.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light,
1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 
560 Mart St. For ticket prices: aquastarcruises.com

Sunday, August 21

Grassy Knoll Summer Pop-Up Market
1:00 – 6:00 pm

The Muskegon Event Place, 2119 Lemuel Street. Family-owned dispensary is hosting an end of summer bazaar. Food makers, creators and artisans. grassyknollmuskegon.com

Really Really Free Market
3:00 – 6:00 pm
1198 Spring Street.
If you need any items available at the Really Really Free Market – you are welcome to them! Absolutely NO strings attached! Donations welcome — bring items and clothing you no longer use to the Really Really Free Market.

Eat-It-Up Trio
7:00 – 9:00 pm

The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Traditional jazz to modern R&B, funk to folk country, classic rock to bebop. thebooknookjavashop.com

Recurring Sunday Events

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

Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org
Dressing the Abbey. Until September 12. $15 non-member, $10 member, $5 17 and younger. Reserve your ticket at muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/dressing-the-abbey/
Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott. Until September 4. Included with museum admission.

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 
560 Mart St. For ticket prices: aquastarcruises.com

Monday, August 22

Author Event: Sharon Smithem
4:00 – 5:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Illustrator of Mushroom House Man: The Story of Earl Young and His Cottages of Stone. thebooknookjavashop.com

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make: Big Blue Whale and Ocean Magnets
Hackley Public Library,
316 W. Webster Avenue. Craft kits will be available to pick up from the Library while supplies last. Free. hackleylibrary.org/events

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm

Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. $3 – $5. muskegonlights.org

Lighthouse Story Time
3:00 – 3:30 pm

Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org/events-calendar/