Monthly Archives: September 2022

Visit Muskegon presents the 18th Annual Depot to Depot Self-Guided Fall Color Tour

This October the Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau celebrates the vibrant colors of our woods, dunes and water through a self-guided fall color tour and photo contest. Wind your way along Lake Michigan. Travel the historic West Michigan Pike Byway. Soar over a canopy of fall colors, and see the scenic roads of Muskegon County in all their autumn glory. Local shopsrestaurants and attractions will be offering discounts, deals, promotions or samples.

Depot to Depot Details

• Depot to Depot 2022 takes place October 1 – 31, 2022
• Stop in to the Muskegon Union Depot and White Lake Train Depot to pick up a map and list of offers
• Maps and offers will also be available to download
• The White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce will have pumpkins for the little ones throughout the month of October (while supplies last)
• At the end of October there will be drawing for an overnight stay at the Shoreline Inn in Downtown Muskegon (standard room, blackout dates apply based on availability) and 2 passenger passes for the 2023 Lake Express High-Speed Ferry sailing season
• Contest photo entries can be submitted through this link: https://bit.ly/SubmitD2DPhotosHere
• This event is free

Instructions to Enter the Contest

• Snap photos or selfies at your favorite scenic stops, businesses and attractions
• Share the photo with a check-in on Facebook and/or Instagram. Include the hashtag #D2D22
• Submit your favorite photos of scenic stops, businesses and attractions through this link: https://bit.ly/SubmitD2DPhotosHere
• Contest begins October 1, 2022
• Entries must be received by November 1st, 2022
• Include location of photo and photo credit preference
• Each entry should include one photo attachment. If you would like to submit multiple photos entries, please enter each separately.
• Winner will be drawn November 2, 2022
• Prize must be claimed by November 9, 2022

Historic Depot Hours and Locations

Muskegon Union Depot
Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau
610 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 am – 3 pm

White Lake Train Depot
White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
124 W Hanson, Whitehall, MI
Monday – Friday 9 am – 3 pm

Waterman Selected as Deputy Ottawa County Administrator

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After wading through a pool of 47 applicants, Ottawa County Administrator John Shay announced today that Patrick Waterman has been selected to serve as the next Deputy County Administrator. Waterman’s contract was approved at the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 27.

“We are thrilled to have Patrick join the Ottawa County Team,” said Shay. “His many years in city management, community development and municipal planning will serve the residents well.”

Waterman has been a resident and public servant of Ottawa County for over twenty years. He and his family currently reside in the City of Hudsonville where he has served as City Manager since 2010. During his time there, Waterman led the city’s efforts to revitalize their downtown and expand pedestrian connectivity. He was instrumental in the completion of several economic development and quality of life enhancement projects. Prior to Hudsonville, Waterman served as the Community Development Director for Grand Haven Charter Township for eight years. He also has over a decade of private sector experience, having worked for various municipal planning and engineering consulting firms in Michigan.

Waterman received his Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning from Michigan State University, and Master of Public Administration from Grand Valley State University. He is a certified professional planner with the American Institute of Certified Planners.

“I am very excited to begin this next chapter of my career,” said Waterman. “I have a tremendous amount of admiration and respect for Ottawa County. Their reputation as a model of efficiency, collaboration, and innovation is recognized statewide, traits that can only be attributed to the county’s exceptional leadership and capable team of dedicated employees.

It has been a tremendous honor and privilege to serve the wonderful community of Hudsonville these past twelve years. I now look forward to the opportunity to take on new challenges and serve at the county level.”

Patrick Waterman will fill the position vacated when John Shay was promoted to County Administrator in March of 2022. The Deputy County Administrator position pays $158,000 per year and Waterman will take his post on November 21.

Temporary Shoreline Drive Lane Closures Begin October 3rd

MUSKEGON, MI – The first phase of the “road diet” study by the City of Muskegon on Shoreline Drive is scheduled to roll out this fall, starting the week of Oct. 3.

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With the goal of informing potential uses along this corridor — including increased walkability, bicycling and other pedestrian amenities and recreational opportunities — the first phase of the pilot project will reduce lanes for approximately six weeks on the four-lane US-31 Business Route (Shoreline Drive) through the city’s downtown waterfront. A single lane of Shoreline Drive will be closed in each direction between Seventh Street and Terrace Street so that routine road maintenance can be conducted on Shoreline Drive.

With a “road diet,” city officials are hopeful that slower traffic speeds and fewer vehicular accidents will make this roadway safer and easier to cross from the historic downtown to the waterfront.

After City of Muskegon Department of Public Works’ crews complete half of the concrete pavement repairs, the lane closures will switch to the other two lanes the week of Oct. 17. All of the lane closures and maintenance work on Shoreline Drive through the downtown should be completed by the week of Nov. 14. Engineers will use this routine maintenance closure to collect preliminary data on the road diet and have those results to the city commission and community by the end of the year.

Phase two of the “road diet” study is tentatively planned for spring/summer of 2023 – but still needs commission approval. This timeframe will allow for higher traffic volumes that come with tourism and lakeshore events, according to Public Works Director Leo Evans. Traffic control devices such as traffic cones, pavement markings, barriers and planters will temporarily eliminate one lane in each direction. The public space created by the lane reductions will be tested for bicycle use, landscaped plantings, public art and community gathering areas.

The cost of the project is approximately $100,000 and has been partially approved by the Muskegon City Commission. With the observations and data from the two test periods, the city’s consultant Progressive AE will provide results and recommendations to city officials in the second half of 2023.

Any permanent reconfiguration of Shoreline Drive will require approval through the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and could be a lengthy process of public input, design, funding and construction. The city will conduct public forums to seek community input on any proposed changes to Shoreline Drive. A study preview event on July 25 was well attended.

The public can track the Shoreline Drive study at: https://www.muskegon-mi.gov/departments/planning/shoreline-drive-pilot-project/

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 29 – October 3, 2022

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Thursday, September 29

Recurring Thursday Events

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

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

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 30

Aquastar Sunset Cruise with Music by Trippin Back
6:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. Enjoy an evening out on the water while listening to the sounds of the 60’s and 70’s. Trippin Back will be on board bringing the music of yesteryear. $30 Stop in the visitors bureau for a $5 coupon www.aquastarcruises.com

Hackley Attic Escape Room
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Experience the Hackley House as you never have before! For many years, the Hackley Attic has been a mysterious place for visitors. $25 www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Recovery Fest
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Heritage Landing 1050 7th St. A free event celebrating recovery for all, with free food, FREE raffle and community resource booths. Includes kid activities, guest speakers, and live music! Good clean sober fun!

2022 Fall Festival
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm 
Muskegon County Fairgrounds 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport Carnival Food Trucks Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Haunted Attraction Friday & Saturday evening. Flea Market, Trick or Treating, Costume Contest, Hay Rides, and Pony rides Saturday and Sunday. For more information 231-329-3600. Prices vary for activities.

Lumberjacks Flannel Fest: Opening Home Hockey Game
4:00pm-7:00pm

Trinity Health Arena 470 W. Western Ave. Flannel Fest, our annual home-opening tradition returns! A live show from Jack Pine Lumberjack Shows. Chainsaw carving, axe throwing, log rolling, crosscut swinging, and more! Also jam-packed with face painting, yard games, and food trucks from the Muskegon area. Join the team inside for their opening hockey game. Tickets can be purchased at www.muskegonlumberjacks.com

Halloween Classics at the Getty Drive In
7:30 pm 
Getty Drive-in Theatre 920 E Summit Ave. Did you know Muskegon is home to one of only nine Drive-in movie theaters left in the state of Michigan? Watch Gostbusters!

Vincent Hayes
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. Vincent Hayes is an award-winning West Michigan guitarist and singer.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Friday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Saturday, October 1

Finger Puppets
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St. Ages 6-8 $10, $9 for ACWL-Members WHSP Eligible Registration is required. Have fun creating your own colorful stage and finger puppet! Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/finger-puppets

2022 Fall Festival
9:00 am – 7:00 pm 
Muskegon County Fairgrounds 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport Carnival Food Trucks Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Haunted Attraction Friday & Saturday evening. Flea Market, Trick or Treating, Costume Contest, Hay Rides, and Pony rides Saturday and Sunday. For more information 231-329-3600. Prices vary for activities

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Saturday Events

Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry Free Saturday Admission for Muskegon Co. Residents
11:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry 561 W Western Ave. As a ‘thank you’ to Muskegon Co. Residents for supporting the Lakeshore Museum Center’s operating millage, Saturdays in October are free of charge for all Muskegon County residents. www.lakeshoremusuem.org

Free Historic Site Tours for Muskegon County Residents
10:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Don’t miss out on Free tours every weekend in October for Muskegon County residents! www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Depot to Depot: Self Guided Fall Color Tour and Photo Contest 2022
October 1- October 31
Muskegon County. Experience Michigan’s Beautiful Autumn; and a Fun Fall Tradition.
Visit this link for complete details: https://visitmuskegon.org/event/depot-to-depot-self-guided-fall-color-tour-and-contest-2022/

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. Every Saturday through September.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Sunday, October 2

2022 Fall Festival
9:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon County Fairgrounds 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport Carnival Food Trucks Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Haunted Attraction Friday & Saturday evening. Flea Market, Trick or Treating, Costume Contest, Hay Rides, and Pony rides Saturday and Sunday. For more information 231-329-3600 Prices vary for activities.

Recurring Sunday Events

Free Historic Site Tours for Muskegon County Residents
10:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Don’t miss out on Free tours every weekend in October for Muskegon County residents! www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Depot to Depot: Self Guided Fall Color Tour and Photo Contest 2022
October 1- October 31
Muskegon County. Experience Michigan’s Beautiful Autumn; and a Fun Fall Tradition.
Visit this link for complete details: https://visitmuskegon.org/event/depot-to-depot-self-guided-fall-color-tour-and-contest-2022/

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Monday, October 3

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Monday Events

Depot to Depot: Self Guided Fall Color Tour and Photo Contest 2022
October 1- October 31
Muskegon County. Experience Michigan’s Beautiful Autumn; and a Fun Fall Tradition.
Visit this link for complete details: https://visitmuskegon.org/event/depot-to-depot-self-guided-fall-color-tour-and-contest-2022/

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 28, 2022

www.visitmuskegon.org

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Wednesday, September 28

Evergreen Cemetery Tour
6:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 Clay Ave. Join the Lakeshore Museum Center on a walking tour of the historic Evergreen Cemetery in Muskegon. Learn the symbolic meaning behind some headstones & more! www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Open Studio
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Arts Council of White Lake 
106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, FREE Middle & High School Students Registration is not required, but is appreciated! Register at artswhitelake.org

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Trivia Night
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

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Trivia Night
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

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 22-26, 2022

www.visitmuskegon.org

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Thursday, September 22

Little Learners Play and Learn: Dinosaurs
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 Clay Ave. You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center. 231-722-0278

Recurring Thursday Events

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

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

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 23

Halloween Classics at the Getty Drive In
7:30 pm 
Getty Drive-in Theatre 920 E Summit Ave. Did you know Muskegon is home to one of only nine Drive-in movie theaters left in the state of Michigan? Watch Gostbusters!

Vincent Hayes
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. Vincent Hayes is an award-winning West Michigan guitarist and singer.

7th Annual Halloween Harvest Weekend
September 23 – 24
Pioneer County Park 1563 N. Scenic Dr. Reserve your Campsite QUICK for the 7th Annual Halloween Harvest Weekend at Muskegon County’s Pioneer Park! Bring your Halloween bling! www.muskegoncountyparks.org

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Friday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Saturday, September 24

September Saturdays: Colorful Trees
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry 561 W Western Ave. We will be crafting your own rainbow tree. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

September Saturdays: Colorful Trees
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 Clay Ave. The season is beginning to change. We will be crafting your own rainbow tree. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Free Community Event @ Hackley Park
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Hackley Park 350 W Webster Ave. Join us for a FREE community event. We will have live music, free food for all, and much more. For more information 231-373-9583

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Serita’s Black Rose
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. A self-professed “Funkateer”, Serita Crowley of Serita’s Black Rose from Grand Rapids, Michigan brings a raucous mix of FUNK, ROCK, BLUES, NEO-SOUL, and AMERICANA. 231-894-5333

Beginner’s Chainmaille Workshop – Celtic Pattern Bracelet
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm 

McLaughlin Community Fellowship – 1198 Spring St. Come and learn the medieval art form of Chainmaille by creating a bracelet in the Celtic pattern style. $20

Beginner’s Wire Wrapping Workshop
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
McLaughlin Community Fellowship – 1198 Spring St. Students will make both a wire wrapped gemstone pendant and a wire wrapped ring in this beginner class. $15

Recurring Saturday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. Every Saturday through September.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Sunday, September 25

Bugs, Trucks and Heroes
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Greater Muskegon Woman’s Club 280 W. Webster Ave. Explore big vehicles with real life heroes and then enjoy “bug foods” that you make yourself! Tickets are $10 for one adult and one child, $5 for each additional child. 231-725-9220

Recurring Monday 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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Monday, September 26

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

Muskegon South Pierhead Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 19-21, 2022

www.visitmuskegon.org

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Monday, September 19

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Tuesday, September 20

12-string guitarist Neil Jacobs starts new concert season
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 1006 Third St. The 2022-23 Feeding the Soul of the City concert series kicks off with 12-string guitarist Neil Jacobs in performance. Neil performs folk music of the Balkans along with classical and world music. Bring a lunch!

Unruly Irish Session
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 

Unruly Brewing Company 360 W. Western Ave. 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.

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

Wonderland Distilling 1989 Lakeshore Dr. 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!

Woven Fiber Art
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 

Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St. Ages 16+ $50, $45 for ACWL-Members Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/woven-fiber-art Julia will be teaching basic weaving techniques and guiding you as you make your own woven wall hanging.

Recurring Tuesday Events

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.

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. City Journeys – November 6. Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Wednesday, September 21

Muskegon Heritage Museum Free Community Day
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Muskegon Heritage Museum 561 W. Western Ave. Today we take it for granted that light will appear at the flip of a switch. Think of all the modern conveniences in our everyday lives. FREE tours today. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Open Studio
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Arts Council of White Lake
 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, FREE Middle & High School Students Registration is not required, but is appreciated! Register at artswhitelake.org

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

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

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

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

Fruitport Board of Education Meeting Agenda – 09/19/22

Fruitport Community Schools
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
Board Room

3255 E. Pontaluna Rd, Fruitport 49415
Monday, September 19, 2022 – 7:00 p.m.

I. CALL to ORDER

II. PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE

III. ROLL CALL

IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

V. PRESENTATIONS

VI. COMMUNICATIONS
a. MDE / MiMTSS Recognition on Data Utilization: FHS and FMS

VII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a. Update on Construction Projects – John Winskas
b. Section 98b: School Goal Requirements and Continuity of Service Plan
c. Section 98c: Funding for Learning Loss
d. Review of Grade 3-8 MSTEP Data and Comprehensive District Report

VIII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

IX. CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Approval of Bill Listing (attachment IX-1)

Fund
General Fund:
Other Funds:

Early Childhood Center
Food Service
Cooperative Educ (ISD) – Tech Millage
Total Bill List:

Amount
$674,437.11

$590.01
$43,782.31
$156,837.57
$875,647.00

  1. Acceptance of Monthly Financial, Bond, and Capital Projects Report (attachment IX-2)
  2. Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report (attachment IX-3)
  3. Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report (attachment IX-4)
  4. Approval of Transfers and ACH Transactions Report (attachment IX-5)
  5. Approval of Personnel Report (includes confirmation of new hires, resignations, retirees, and transfers) (attachment IX-6)
  6. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2022 (attachment IX-7)

X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
a. Second Reading: Board / Thrun Law Firm Annual Policy Update (attachment X-1)
b. Executed Drainage Easement and Quit Claim Deed (attachment X-2)
c. Approved School Land Division Application (attachment X-3)

XI. BUSINESS & FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Elroy Buckner, Chairperson

  1. Report of Committee Meeting held September 12, 2022 (attachment XI-1)

XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Steve Kelly, Chairperson

  1. Report of Committee Meeting held September 12, 2022 (attachment XII-1)
  2. Bond and Project Construction Management Stipend (attachment XII-2)
  3. Letter of Agreement: Fruitport Bus Drivers / Food Service Association (attachment XII-3)

XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Susan Franklin, Chairperson

  1. Report of Committee Meeting held September 12, 2022 (attachment XIII-1)
  2. Resolution: Petition for Student 091922-01 Reinstatement (attachment XIII-2)
  3. Overnight Trip Request: 8th Grade Trip to Washington, DC (attachment XIII-3)

XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS

XV. AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF SPECIAL MEETINGS

  1. Business & Finance Committee Meeting: October 10, 2022 at 11:30 a.m.
  2. Personnel Committee Meeting: October 10, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
  3. Student Affairs Committee Meeting: October 10, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
  4. Board of Education Meeting: October 17, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

XVII. ADJOURNMENT

*Time is provided for members of the audience to address the Board of Education regarding any topic including items on the agenda. The Board is providing two opportunities for the public to comment during the meeting. The first is for people who wish to bring issues to the Board of Education for board consideration. At the end of the meeting, the Board will provide a brief opportunity for community members to comment on activities and/or discussion that took place during the Board meeting. Time limits may be placed if a large number of individuals would like to address the Board.

Note: Upon request to the Superintendent, the District shall make reasonable accommodation for a person with disabilities to be able to participate in this meeting.

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 13-19, 2022

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Tuesday, September 13

Music Trivia – September 2022 Edition
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wonderland Distilling 
1989 Lakeshore Dr. 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!

Woven Fiber Art
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 
Arts Council of White Lake 
106 E. Colby St. Ages 16+ $50, $45 for ACWL-Members Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/woven-fiber-art Julia will be teaching basic weaving techniques and guiding you as you make your own woven wall hanging.

Recurring Tuesday Events

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.

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Wednesday, September 14

Open Studio
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Arts Council of White Lake
 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, FREE Middle & High School Students Registration is not required, but is appreciated! Register at artswhitelake.org

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Music 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

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Music 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 15

Michigan Irish Music Festival
4:30 pm – 9:00 pm 
Heritage Landing 
1050 7th St. 3 Full Festival Days and a Thursday Pub Preview Party! Featuring live Irish entertainment, food & beverages daily under large covered stages. 231-683-2065 www.michiganirish.org for advance tickets. $10

Open Mic Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop
 8744 Ferry St. Sing a song and/or play an instrument. Bring your band, your pals, the mic is open to all varieties of music and talents. FREE

Recurring Thursday Events

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

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

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 16

Michigan Irish Music Festival
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm 
Heritage Landing 1050 7th St. 3 Full Festival Days and a Thursday Pub Preview Party! Featuring live Irish entertainment, food & beverages daily under large covered stages. 231-683-2065 www.michiganirish.org for advance tickets.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead
Light 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Hackley and Hume Go to the Movies
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Visible nearly everywhere today, movies were one of the most important inventions of the Victorian Era. Join us to learn about and see some of the earliest movies ever made. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Silverado Country Band
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop
 8744 Ferry St. Music styles range from Hank Williams, to Patsy Cline, I Love This Bar by Toby Keith to Great Balls Of Fire.

Haven LARP September 2022 Event
8:00 pm
Camp Lor-Ray
 5281 Russell Rd., Twin Lake, 18+ to play. Must be “fully vaccinated” and present card. Your first event is FREE! Join us in the land of Solaria where you can be the savior. This is a medieval fantasy themed Live Action Role Playing that takes place over the course of the weekend. Late arrivals and early departures are permitted. For additional information or questions: www.facebook.com/groups/HavenLARPMI

Recurring Friday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Saturday, September 17

Michigan Irish Music Festival
10:30am – 11:00 pm 
Heritage Landing
 1050 7th St. 3 Full Festival Days and a Thursday Pub Preview Party! Featuring live Irish entertainment, food & beverages daily under large covered stages. 231-683-2065 www.michiganirish.org for advance tickets.

Fall Festival
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Garden Shed 
7895 S 44th Ave., Montague, come out to celebrate fall with live music in the barn and talented vendors on the grounds. For more information 231-894-4085

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light
 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

September Saturdays: Scavenger Hunt
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 Clay Ave. Take a peek around the Muskegon Museum of History and Science to see if you can find some well-hidden animals throughout the galleries. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Muskegon Astronomical Society Star Party
7:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Muskegon Astronomical Society 
702 North Maple Island Rd. 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, however donations are greatly appreciated.

Recurring Saturday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. Every Saturday through September.

Special Exhibits at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art,
296 W. Webster Ave. muskegonartmuseum.org. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Sunday, September 18

Michigan Irish Music Festival: Enter 10:30-Noon Free day
10:30am – 6:00 pm 
Heritage Landing 
1050 7th St. 3 Full Festival Days and a Thursday Pub Preview Party! Featuring live Irish entertainment, food & beverages daily under large covered stages. 231-683-2065 www.michiganirish.org for advance tickets.

Grassy Knoll Summer Pop-Up Market
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm 
The Muskegon Event Place 
2119 Lemuel St., Muskegon Heights The Grassy Knoll, A family Owned Dispensary is hosting an end of summer pop-up market at The Muskegon Event Place. For more information please call 231-676-9145

Encanto – Free Family Movie Days
3:00 pm
Frauenthal Center
 425 W Western Ave. Everyone is invited to attend the family-friendly movie. This is totally free. There will be refreshments for purchase. www.frauenthal.org

Recurring Monday 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. City Journeys – November 6, Bruce McCombs documents the soaring geometries, transparent glass, and reflected colors of the cityscapes in his highly rendered watercolor paintings.

Monday, September 19

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour: Extended Season
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon South Pierhead Light
 1431 Beach St. 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. $3-$5

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

A Thought for Today

by Connie Jarka

Behind the old river bend
Where the water surrenders
to the fast-moving currents flow;
We too surrender
to life’s fast-moving forces,
some seem easy,
some turn out, out of our humble control.
we can do this…..

Sanborn’s Jewelers ‘Rock Your World’ Bridal and Wedding Event and Giveaway – September 8-10

Sanborn’s Jewelers Giving Away Two-Carat, Lab-Grown Diamond at ‘Rock Your World’ Bridal and Wedding Event

Muskegon, MI – August 31, 2022: Sanborn’s Jewelers is thrilled to announce its largest in-store event since 2020. The Rock Your World Bridal and Wedding Event will be held September 8-10, 2022, at 821 W. Broadway Ave., Muskegon. 

“Whether you’re a bride or groom, a bridesmaid or groomsmen, or a wedding guest, this event will have something for everyone,” says Sanborn’s Jewelers owner Sue Sanborn-Poulin. “Customers will be able to talk with representatives from our most popular engagement and wedding band lines. We will also be showcasing a huge selection of unique gift ideas; for the largest in-store event in over two years, we’re pulling out all the stops.”

In addition to having representatives from popular lines like Kim International and Benchmark in attendance, the event will also feature wedding inspiration ideas, full bridal lines, wedding bands, curated gifts, and a candy bar station. Attendees will be eligible to enter a giveaway for a two-carat lab-grown diamond. Those who preregister for the event at sanbornswillrockyou.com will receive an additional entry. More information, including giveaway rules, are available on the event website. The winner of the diamond will be announced on Monday, September 12. 

The Rock Your World Bridal and Wedding Event will occur during Sanborn’s regular hours of operation: Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

On the evening of September 10, from 6-8:30 p.m., Sanborn’s Jewelers will participate in the Waterfront Wedding Expo at Lynn Sherwood Waterfront Stadium, 1 N. Harbor Place, in Grand Haven, Mich. This free event will feature live music, a bridal show walkway, games, trivia, giveaways, and representatives from local businesses promoting services and products for weddings in the lakeshore area. 

Sanborn’s is the Muskegon area’s oldest jeweler. Sue Sanborn-Poulin is the third-generation owner, following her father, Don Sanborn, and her grandfather, Dean Sanborn, Sr., who established the business in 1954. For more information about Sanborn’s and its product offerings, visit sanbornsjewelers.com.

About Sanborn’s Jewelers
Sanborn’s Jewelers has deep Muskegon community ties and rich family tradition, established as a business in Muskegon in 1954. We offer diamond engagement rings, wedding bands, and custom-designed pieces, along with watches, bracelets, necklaces, and other fine jewelry. For more information about Sanborn’s Jewelers, visit sanbornsjewelers.com.

Sportsmen for Youth – Youth Day – September 10th

submitted by John Cramblet, Board Member

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Sportsmen for Youth – Youth Day, which is always held on the first Saturday after Labor Day, is September 10, 2022 this year. Youth Day is held at Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 2261 Heights Ravenna Road, Fruitport, Michigan. This will be our 28th year. The gates open at 9am and close at 3pm. This is a free family friendly event to introduce our youth to the many activities available to them in the great outdoors, however only youth under 17 years of age can participate in the activities. Persons over 17 are welcome to sit in on all the seminars. Each youth participating will receive a t-shirt and a ticket for lunch (while supplies last) and a raffle ticket.

This year we have received commitments from approximately 60 exhibitors including the following: a rock climbing wall, the Coast Guard Axillary and a vessel from Coast Guard Station, Muskegon, the Critter Barn, Muskegon Conservation Club, Grand Haven Steelheaders, with their fishing simulator, Friends of Ottawa County Parks, Jumpn’ Jupiter Skate Center, Coopersville Sportsman’s Club, Michigan United Conservation Club, a reptile and a birds of prey display and the West Michigan Walleye Club, to name a few. Once again there will be the trout pond, put on by Michigan Anglers Assoc., with 1000 trout to be caught. The Hawg Trough, a 50 foot long aquarium mounted on a semi-trailer, will be here again this year and will be stocked with native fish for viewing. It is also used as the stage for seminars with Mark Martin and some of his fishing staff. There are also mentored shooting of firearms, however you need to present a Hunter Safety Certificate in order to shoot. Attendees will also be able to experience various safety exhibits, demonstrations and tours of fire trucks, EMT vehicles and law enforcement displays. There will also be a 9/11 tribute at noon. More information on this Youth Day can be found on our website (www.sportsmenforyouth.com) and Facebook page.

Please plan to spend Sportsmen for Youth – Youth Day with us on September 10, 2022. I’m sure you will have a great time.

United Way of the Lakeshore’s Day of Caring is Back with 17 Sites of Service

LAUNCHING OUR 104TH ANNUAL CAMPAIGN OF CARING  — Friday, September 9th 

MUSKEGON, MI – United Way of the Lakeshore is pleased to announce that the 29-year tradition of Day of Caring will serve as the kick-off of our 104th Annual Campaign of Caring.  Each fall we celebrate community by giving back time and treasure to the communities we call home.  As in past years, the Day of Caring brings hundreds of volunteers from throughout our local region to work on service projects to assist local veterans and to build thriving communities.  We will gather in downtown Muskegon at United Way of the Lakeshore, 31 East Clay Avenue on Friday, September 9th, 2022 at 8am for a brief program, registration and pancake breakfast served by the Muskegon Lions Club. 

This year United Way is again honoring our Veterans with over 10 homes on the list for support. School supplies collected from our partner companies and organizations are being sorted and taken to our schools to support the teachers with children’s needs.  In addition, trees will be planted to support the environment by our youth, and two area park projects will be worked on as well.   There are also two projects to support our adult foster care programs.  Volunteers will be paying tribute to the greatest heroes in our community, our veterans, by hosting work projects at area veteran homes.    

Another project called “Veteran’s History Project” will be taking place with the community’s senior volunteers & AmeriCorps Seniors. Volunteers will be recording Veteran Stories via video and helping veterans fill out the paperwork for their stories to be submitted to the Library of Congress. This will be the first of a series of opportunities to interview our veterans. Our next large interviewing day will take place on Veterans Day in November.  

“I believe our time, talent, and treasure are a worthwhile investment for our community.  As a longtime United Way volunteer, I’ve seen the positive changes in the community through the work of United Way working to meet the needs of vulnerable families in our region,” shared Jack Russell, President of Rolar Products and 2022-23 Campaign Chair.  “No matter the crisis, United Way has always remained steadfast to LIVE UNITED and take care of our community.  Please join us.”  We also would like to thank Cannon Muskegon for their gracious support as our lead sponsor and Consumers Energy. Without them, we would not be able to have the materials needed to make this possible.” 

United Way of the Lakeshore is looking for more organizations to get involved in making a difference throughout the year.  If you are interested in volunteering or looking for more information about the different volunteer sites please visit https://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/day-caring or contact Dominique Bunker at dominique@unitedwaylakeshore.org or call 231-332-4006. 

United Way of the Lakeshore is uniting to inspire change and build thriving communities. Our Bold Goal – 10,000 more working families meet their basic needs by 2025. For more information, contact United Way of the Lakeshore at 231-332-4047 or visit www.unitedwaylakeshore.org

Events Happening in Muskegon County – September 6-12, 2022

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Tuesday, September 6

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

Wonderland Distilling 1989 Lakeshore Dr. 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!

Unruly Irish Session
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 

Unruly Brewing Company 360 W. Western Ave. 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.

Recurring Tuesday Events

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.

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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/

Wednesday, September 7

Open Studio
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
Arts Council of White Lake
 106 E. Colby St., Whitehall, FREE Middle & High School Students Registration is not required, but is appreciated! Register at artswhitelake.org

Recurring Wednesday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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/

Music 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

Music 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 8

Aquastar Blues Cruise
7:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 
560 Mart St. Enjoy a sunset cruise while listening to the sounds of the blues DJ Willie Smith of STL Entertainment www.aquastarcruises.com $30

Kumihimo Braided Bracelet
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St.,Whitehall, Ages 16+ $30, $27 for ACWL Members Registration is required. Register at: www.artswhitelake.org/…/kumihimo-braided-bracelet In this class, students will learn the basics of kumihimo braiding.

Recurring Thursday Events

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

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

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

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 9

All-Access Tours
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site
 484 W. Webster Ave. This 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 & more. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Open Mic Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop
 8744 Ferry St. Sing a song and/or play an instrument. Bring your band, your pals, the mic is open to all varieties of music and talents. FREE

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/

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Saturday, September 10

Muskegon County Latino Festival
2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park 
350 W Webster Ave. Come join us for a celebration of Latino people, culture, and heritage. This family-friendly event will be filled with food, drink, entertainment, and fun.

The Penguin Project of Muskegon Civic Theatre Presents: Seussical, Jr.
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm 
Frauenthal Center; Civic Theater 
425 W Western Ave. A partnership between Muskegon Civic Theatre and No More Sidelines. $13 www.muskegoncivictheatre.org

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church – Pilaf Dinner
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Anunciation Greek Orthodox Church
 185 E. Pontaluna Dr. Please join us for authentic Greek food along with traditional Greek folk dancing and music from Noon – 7pm.

September Saturdays at Muskegon Museum of History and Science: Snail Friend
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science
 430 Clay Ave. Using clay and marbles, craft your own snail friend to decorate your garden. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Dino Dig
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Western Market Chalets
 307 Western Ave. Bring your family down for a FREE fun adventure! Dig through the sand to find dinosaur toys and eggs. Find one of the golden eggs and win a prize bag. For more information 231-724-6705

Super Saturday at the Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art
 296 West Webster Ave. Join us for free general admission all day! Come see the exhibitions and pick up supplies for an exciting craft. FREE!

Roosevelt Park Day
10:00 am – 11:00 pm
Roosevelt Park
 900 Oak Ridge Rd. Parade 10 am Arts and Craft Show, Beer Tent, Live Music, Kids Games and Face Painting, 12 Food Trucks & more!

Horses for Harbor Hospice
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Muskegon County Trail Riders Association
 7395 Hall Rd. A horse trail riding event and more to benefit our grief healing center. More information, registration and sponsor opportunities, visit https://harborhospicemi.org/ways-to-give/horses-for-harbor/

Bluegrass Festival: Calabogie Road
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop
 8744 Ferry St. www.thebooknookjavashop.com

Sportsmen for Youth – Youth Day
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Muskegon County Fairgrounds 
6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport. Youth Day is designed to introduce youth to the great joy of everything outdoors. Educational and fun for the whole family. Activities offered include: trout pond, archery shooting, firearm shooting and more. This is a FREE event. www.sportsmenforyouth.com

Brent Wilkins: Guitarist
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. www.booknookjavashop.com

Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm 
McLaughlin Community Fellowship
– 1198 Spring St. Acrylic Paint Pouring is fun and a bit messy, Come spend a couple of hours with Sabryna and learn how to make your own serendipitous work $20. Must register by Friday before: https://fb.me/e/2yVItbBzr

Two Dudes in Flip Flops
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm 
No Name Saloon
 609 W Western Ave. Come join the Two Dudes in Flip Flops on the rooftop bar at the No Name Saloon!

Recurring Saturday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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. Every Saturday through September.

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/

Sunday, September 11

The Penguin Project of Muskegon Civic Theatre Presents: Seussical, Jr.
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm 
Frauenthal Center; Civic Theater
 425 W Western Ave. A partnership between Muskegon Civic Theatre and No More Sidelines. www.muskegoncivictheatre.org

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/

Monday, September 12

Recurring Monday Events

Youth and Teen Take and Make Crafts
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

Whitecaps Turn Away Cubs in 2-1 Win

Comstock Park, Mich. – The West Michigan Whitecaps stepped up in the biggest moments, as a play at the plate in the ninth inning served as the key moment in a 2-1 win over the South Bend Cubs on Wednesday night in front of 6,986 fans at LMCU Ballpark.

Leading 2-1 in the ninth, a ground ball from South Bend’s Luis Verdugo nearly changed the entire complexion of Wednesday’s game, but a slick play from shortstop Trei Cruz perfect throw to catcher Josh Crouch cut down baserunner Brennan Davis attempting to score the tying run as West Michigan preserved the lead on the way to breaking a three-game losing streak.

The scoring was limited Wednesday, as both starting pitchers found a way to post quality starts in the contest. The Whitecaps posted their only runs in the opening inning on an RBI-single by Jace Jung before Cruz lifted a sacrifice fly to score Jake Holton. West Michigan starting pitcher Carlos Guzman tossed a brilliant six innings to tie for the longest start by a ‘Caps pitcher this season, allowing three hits without walking a batter and striking out four. Cubs right Porter Hodge threw six frames of his own, allowing just two runs while striking out six. After two scoreless innings from the West Michigan bullpen, lefty closer Andrew Magno preserved the victory by collecting his tenth save of the season.

Guzman (8-6) is now tied for third in the Midwest League with eight wins, while Hodge (2-2) takes his second loss. The ‘Caps improve to 61-55 and 30-20 in the second half, while the Cubs fall to 65-51 and 31-19 in the second half. The Whitecaps sit two games back of the Lake County Captains for first place in the Midwest League East second-half standings. Holton and infielder Carlos Irigoyen each collected a pair of his in the victory, while Irigoyen’s multi-hit game marked his first for the ‘Caps this season.

Hackley Public Library – 2022 September Programs

hackleylibrary.org  |  facebook.com/HackleyPL/  |  231-722-8000
askus@hackleylibrary.org  |  316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI, 49440

Hackley Public Library Hours

Main Hackley Library Building
Mon-Tues: 9-7 pm
Wed-Sat: 9-5 pm

Torrent House (HPL’s Local History/Genealogy Department)
Tues-Sat: 10-5 pm

Youth / Teen Programs:

Youth Take and Make – Fall Trees
Available beginning September 6, and through the month
The leaves will start to turn and our paper Fall Trees will do the same!  This simple but delightful tissue paper tree will look great on your refrigerator.  Kits will be available from Hackley Library beginning September 6.  Free.

Teen Take and Make – Fall Coasters
Available beginning September 6, and through the month
Grab a cool coaster project which includes a coaster tile, mod podge, and a foam brush. The leaves are your choice!  Kits will be available from Hackley Library beginning September 6.  Free.

Preschool Story Time 
In-person at Hackley Library
Fridays, September 9, 16, 23, & 30 at 10:30am
Intended for ages 0-5, HPL’s in-person Story Time is designed to teach early literacy skills to parents and caregivers while children enjoy a fun, interactive atmosphere.  Join us at Hackley Library for stories, songs, and movement activities!  Free.

LEGO WeDo 101
In-person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, September 13 from 4:30-5:30pm
This in-person program is a good opportunity to get hands on with robots, coding, and LEGOs!  It works best for 2nd grade students and up, and younger children will need adult assistance.  LEGO WeDo 101 is open to six families – each family will share a kit.  Registration Required.  Call 231-722-8014 or visit HPL to register.  Free.

Teen Craft – Yarn Mandala
In-person at Hackley Library
Monday, September 19 from 3:30-4:30pm
This in-person program will teach you how to make a large mandala with dowels and yarn.  Everything will be provided for this programRegistration is required.  Please check the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org or HPL’s Facebook page for further information.  Free.

Crafty Afternoon Fall Reboot
In-person at Hackley Library
Saturday, September 24 from 2-3:30pm
At Hackley Library, we will be busting open the art cabinets for an afternoon of crafting craziness.  Drop by for this program and come check out the incredible crafts for kids and teens from months past that will be available!  All ages welcome.  Free. 

Adult Programs:

Knife Skills Presentation
Virtual via Zoom & Limited In-Person at CIM
Thursday, September 8 from 11:00am-12:00pm
Prepping in the kitchen can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be!
Discover tips and tricks on knife skills and safety during a presentation led by Chef Justin Kinziger with the Culinary Institute of Michigan (CIM).  Registration is required.  For more details on the program, and to register, visit the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org, or stop by the library.  Free.

Play Readings from Irish Theater
with Les Rorick and Muskegon Civic Theatre
In-person at Hackley Library
Thursday, September 15 from 5:30-6:30pm
Experience a night of performance and pedagogy as local theater artist, Les Rorick, shares the history of Irish theater.  Additionally, Les will be accompanied by an actor from the Muskegon Civic Theatre to perform scenes and monologues that best exemplify this special genre of art.  Registration is preferred.  Please register at the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org, or stop by the library.  Free.

How to Make a Zine!
In-person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, September 20 from 5:30-6:30pm
Whether you are creative or not, you can make zines!  Zines are basically booklets, where you can express yourself, embrace your creativity, tell your family history, show your art, talk about what makes you most excited with life, display photography, showcase your poetry, or a myriad of other things!
Join us at Hackley Library to learn how to make a zine.  All supplies will be provided!  Just bring yourself, your ideas, and an open mind to explore the possibilities!  Registration is preferred.  Please register at the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org, or stop by the library.  Free.

Tolkien Program with Michael Johnson
In-person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, September 21 from 5:30-6:30pm
Not all who wander are lost!  Come learn about the mythical world of Middle Earth and the imagination of best-selling author J.R.R. Tolkien, through a presentation of The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings!  This presentation will explore the themes and characters that make Middle Earth the most popular literary fantasy realm of all-time, and get a chance to win a special edition copy of The Hobbit!  Registration is preferred. Please register at the online event calendar at hackleylibrary.org, or stop by the library.  Free.

Left to Write (and Left to Write at Night!)
In-person at Hackley Library
LTW: Wednesday, September 14 from 3:30 – 4:30pm
LTW @ Night: Tuesday, September 27 from 5:30 – 6:30pm
If you enjoy creative writing, you’ll love Left to Write, HPL’s own creative writing group.  Here you can participate in writing exercises, share your own stories, and meet other creative writers.  This group provides a low-key atmosphere for writers of all experiences, everyone is welcome!  Remember to bring a pen and paper.  Free.

West Michigan Voices: Zine Collection
Hackley Library’s West Michigan Voices: Zine Collection is a way for you get to your voice heard!  This interactive, community collection aims to be a creative outlet for adults 18 and older living in West Michigan (this includes outside of Muskegon County as well), and also aims to be an amplifier for marginalized voices in our communities.
This special collection will consist of submitted zines from adults, and will be available for patrons to read while in Hackley Library.
What is a zine you ask?  Zines are very easy to make, and are often in the form of a simple booklet.  They can be as easy as taking regular copy/printer paper, folding it, and stapling or taping it together.  The content of a zine can be almost anything!  A zine can share your stories, showcase your art, display your photography, show your poetry, share a family history, exhibit your comics, etc. Really anything that the creator wants to say!
Thanks to a grant from the American Rescue Plan, HPL was able to purchase a scanner, which means we will be able to scan each accepted submission and store them digitally in our local history collection, so they can be read anywhere in the world. This means that, even when the physical copy wears out, there will always be a digital copy of their work available. The digital copies will act as a time capsule, reflecting the lives of people in West Michigan – their thoughts, feelings, and creativity. 
We are currently in the phase of accepting zine submissions (we will officially launch the collection in October 2022). The more people who choose to submit zines, the more diverse and healthier our collection will be to unveil in October.
For more details on our zine collection, and to find the submission guidelines/form, visit our Zines page at hackleylibrary.org (hover over the Local History & Genealogy tab).
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/local-history-genealogy/zines/

Visit hackleylibrary.org for more information and see what you can discover today!Don’t forget! Using your Hackley Library card, you can have access to eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music and more, all for FREE.
Link to HPL’s Digital Library: https://www.hackleylibrary.org/books-more/digital-library/
Website: hackleylibrary.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackleyPL/
Instagram: @hackleypubliclibrary
HPL Teens Instagram: @hackleylibraryteens
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Last Chance to Visit the Koalas at John Ball Zoo

Grand Rapids, Mich. – Join us for 3 days of Wild and Wonderful at Koalapalooza this Labor Day Weekend. John Ball Zoo will host Koalapalooza, a three-day celebration of all thing’s koalas – raising awareness for their conservation and saying “farewell” to Noorundi and Iluka, two male koalas that have been visiting John Ball Zoo since May.

Koalapalooza runs Saturday, September 3rd through Monday, September 5th from 9:00a.m.-6:00p.m. each day. Daily events include a steel drum band, live music lineup, face painting, strolling animal experiences and daily cookouts that include turkey legs, BBQ Brisket sandwich, polish sausages and more. Guests attending Koalapalooza can watch Zookeepers interact with the koalas at 10:30a.m. with an additional feeding at 3:00p.m. each day.

Koalapalooza is included in the cost of daily admission and is free to members. To speed up your entry to the event, purchase your tickets in advance at https://shop.jbzoo.org/all/tickets.

Noorundi (4 yrs), and Iluka (2 yrs), are visiting John Ball Zoo on-loan as part of the San Diego Zoo’s Koala Education and Conservation Program. After Labor Day, the koalas will be heading back to the San Diego Zoo.

Koalas were recently raised from the status of Vulnerable, to Endangered in Queensland, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC). Threats to koalas include habitat destruction, domestic dog attacks, bushfires, and road accidents.

The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance maintains the largest koala population outside Australia. This program generates funding to support research and conservation initiatives ranging from habitat mapping to studying koala biology in collaboration with partners. There is a strong element of conservation education and outreach to the program, which has been in place for more than 30 years. Koalas have recently been listed as Endangered due to rising threats to their native populations in Australia.

John Ball Zoo does not have plans to bring koalas under our care permanently, but we are happy to have partnered with the San Diego Zoo to host Noorundi and Iluka for the past several months and to help continue spreading awareness of this adorable species.

Below is the full itinerary for the event!

Saturday, September 3rd

*   9:00am-10:30am
         *   Pangea Steeldrum Band
*   10:30am-11:30am
         *   Koala habitat cleaning & Koala weighing
*   12:00pm-2:00pm
         *   Brandon Ward, keyboards & vocals
*   3:00pm
         *   Koala feeding
*   3:30pm-5:30pm
         *   Live Music

Sunday, September 4th

*   9:00am-10:30am
        *   Pangea Steeldrum Band
*   10:30am-11:30am
        *   Koala habitat cleaning & Koala weighing
*   12:00pm-2:00pm
        *   Live Music
*   3:00pm
        *   Koala feeding
*   3:30pm-5:30pm
        *   Project 90 Band

Monday, September 5th

*   9:00am-10:30am
         *   Moonshot Duo
*   10:30am-11:30am
         *   Koala habitat cleaning & Koala weighing
*   12:00pm-2:00pm
         *   Whiskey Bound Band
*   3:00pm
         *   Koala feeding
*   3:30pm-5:30pm
         *   Pangea Steeldrum Band

Pal’s Diner Grand Opening – September 1, 2022

MUSKEGON, Mich. – Kick off the holiday weekend – 50’s style – with a retro Bike Night at Hot Rod Harley Davidson in downtown Muskegon on Thursday September 1, 2022 from 5:00pm – 9:00pm. Everyone is invited.

Get your first look at the fully restored 1950’s PALS Diner and enjoy burgers and fries by Hamburger Mikey. Attendees are encouraged to dress in 50’s or 60”s attire. Prizes will be awarded.

Adult beverages will be served from the T-N-T Bar inside Hot Rod Harley Davidson. Live music featuring music of the 50’s & 60’s performed by “The Fabulous Oldies But Goodies Band” will keep you rockin’ all night long.

The diner originally opened in 1954 in New Jersey, before being moved to the Grand Rapids area in the 90’s. The diner closed its doors in 2020. In 2021 the diner was purchased by the owners of Hot Rod Davidson, Mark & Scott Campbell, and transported in spectacular fashion to Muskegon. They reattachedthe entrance and restored the 67-year-old landmark to its previous Pal’s Diner name and glory, fixing neon signs, lighting, décor and rotting wood.