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Thursday, June 16

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Mini-Museum Explorers June (Who’s in the Forest?)
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Bring your littlest museum explorers to the museum for some fun and learning in our galleries. On the third Thursday of the month, June-August, we will be visiting one gallery in the museum for a story and craft. This is a drop-in program so you and your family can drop in at any time during the two hours. The program is open to families with children ages 3-7. Once you have participated, you can explore the rest of the museum. Admission is free for Muskegon County residents and $5 for non-residents. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mini-museum-explorers/all/

Ceramics Open Studio with Kim Funk
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Terrestrial Forming Pottery Studio, 5385 Lamos at Michillinda, Whitehall. Students ages 18+ who have completed an ACWL-Nuveen introductory pottery class are eligible to participate in Open Studio. $162 for ACWL-Nuveen Members. https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/ceramics-open-studio-with-kim-funk

Free Community Days: Muskegon Heritage Museum
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Heritage Museum, 561 W. Western Ave. Samuel Morse and Alexander Graham-Bell are two of the most famous inventors of the 19th Century. Their ideas ignited industries and allowed individuals to communicate across continents. Learn about the history of telecommunications companies in West Michigan and how analog telephone and telegraph systems work.
https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mhm-free-community-days-telecommunication-in-the-days-before-the-digital-revolution/

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. This is a great opportunity to visit the art museum and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 8:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Until September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Public Safety Youth Fishing Derby
3:30 – 6:30 pm
Fisherman’s Landing, 538 E. Western Avenue. Youth ages 8-12 years old are invited to attend the 29th Annual Youth Fishing Derby. Sign-in begins at 3:30 pm. There is no charge to attend the Fishing Derby but prior registration is required. This event is limited to the first 200 youth who sign up. https://www.muskegon-mi.gov/youth-fishing-derby/

Jazz Happy Hour
5:00 – 6:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Jazz Duo: Aedan McCauley on piano & Donovan Meeusen on bass. Drink and food specials! www.thebooknookjavashop.com

Miss Michigan Scholarship Program Preliminary Competition
6:30 – 10:00 pm
Orchard View High School Auditorium, 16 N. Quarterline Rd. Unique program for young women to earn scholarships, learn valuable life and career skills and grow their networks. Our program gives them an opportunity to give back and make a difference in their communities. $40. www.missmichigan.org

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! Free to Play! www.pub111.com

Brew 4 Ukraine
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Aldea Coffee, 794 Pine Street. Please join in an evening of reflection, art and culture, music and brew (hops and coffee) as the city of Muskegon celebrates Ukraine. Silent auction featuring 24 artists living in Ukraine. www.aldeacoffee.com

Tiger Pride – Continuing the Legacy
7:30 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 West Western Ave. Tiger Pride is the rich heritage of Muskegon Heights and the people of the community. This film brings to the forefront the success and determination of people who’ve been a part of the history and those who are part of the future. This is a free showing but limited to capacity of the Frauenthal Theater. https://shows.frauenthal.org/tiger-pride

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Get your camera ready and enjoy the afternoon breeze while cruising the lake during our sunset cruise. This is a perfect time to relax with friends and loved ones. $30. www.aquastarcruises.com

Friday, June 17

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

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! Tickets are $13 for members of the Lakeshore Museum Center and Muskegon Museum of Art. They can be purchased at the Museum Store or online at lakeshoremuseumturnofthecenturytour.eventbrite/

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Through September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturday, $3 – $5. www.muskegonlights.org

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! Tickets are $13 for members of the Lakeshore Museum Center and Muskegon Museum of Art. They can be purchased at the Museum Store or online at eventbrite.com/e/downtown-muskegon-historic-walking-tour-tickets-295310350207

High Performance Powerboat Showcase
4:00 – 8:30 pm
USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, 560 Mart Street. Come see some awesome offshore powerboats as West Michigan Offshore members display some of the most powerful and colorful boats in the Midwest. Open to the public. https://www.westmichiganoffshore.com/muskegon-powerboat-weekend-1

Parties in the Park
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 West Webster Ave. Bring the family or meet up with friends in this festive event. Each week presents live music, food trucks and beverage stations. Not only is it fun, it’s also a fundraiser sponsored by local non-profit organizations. June 17, live music from Stolen Horses, benefitting Women’s Division Chamber of Commerce. https://www.facebook.com/partiesinthepark/

Miss Michigan Scholarship Program Outstanding Teen Competition
6:30 – 10:00 pm
Orchard View High School Auditorium, 16 N. Quarterline Rd. Unique program for young women to earn scholarships, learn valuable life and career skills and grow their networks. Our program gives them an opportunity to give back and make a difference in their communities. $40. www.missmichigan.org

Celtic Music: Toby Bresnahan
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Join Toby Bresnahan for a wonderful musical evening of acoustic, Irish / Celtic covers. www.thebooknookjavashop.com

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Michigan Monarchs. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Arturo Ziraldo and Friends, Classical Chamber
7:30 – 9:30 pm
The Block, 360 West Western Avenue. West Michigan Symphony’s Principal Violist will assemble a musical cast of friends—from our community and beyond—to perform the greatest hits of the string quartet! Enjoy favorite and rarely performed movements from the last 400 years of this extraordinary musical genre. https://theblockwestmichigan.org/events/arturo-ziraldo-and-friends-classical-chamber/

Keith Sweat and Lil G: Live at the Frauenthal Center
8:00 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 West Western Ave. Get ready for an evening of pure soul! R&B legends Keith Sweat and Lil G of Silk come to Muskegon’s Frauenthal Center to perform all of their greatest hits! $59 – $150. https://frauenthal.org/event/keith-sweat-lil-g-live/

Light the Night / Pets for Vets
8:30 pm
Legends Bar, 446 West Western Ave. Goodboy Vodka’s Mystic Turbine Powerboat will be outside Legend’s Bar & Grille for the Light the Night / Every Pour Helps a Pup – Goodboy Mystic Boat Party. During this event, the general public will be invited to mingle, concluding with the Goodboy Mystic Boat turbine engines being fired. (Take advantage of the Muskegon Social District.)
https://www.westmichiganoffshore.com/muskegon-powerboat-weekend-1

Milwaukee Clipper Guess that Song
8:30 – 10:00 pm
Milwaukee Clipper, 2098 Lakeshore Drive. Join to play a “Guess that Song” event on the dance floor! We will be using the player piano, and to win, you have to guess what song we are playing on the piano. This event is $10 per person to play, and the winner gets a special gift. The music will range from the 1930s to 2010s! https://www.milwaukeeclipper.com/events/

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:30 – 10:30 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. There is nothing better than enjoying a West Michigan Sunset with live music while you cruise on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. Come enjoy music and some time out on the water. $30
www.aquastarcruises.com 

Saturday, June 18

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

43rd Annual Arts and Crafts Festival
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Goodrich Park, 100 N. Lake Street, Whitehall. Spend a day at this popular outdoor event held off the shores of beautiful White Lake and under the trees at Goodrich Park. Vendors, live music, festival food, and inflatables fill the day!
https://www.whitelake.org/event/43rd-annual-arts-crafts-festival/2022-06-18/

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Through September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org.

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

LEGO Building Day
12:00 – 2:00 pm
Hackley Public Library, 316 West Webster. Decorate the tops of Hackley Library’s bookshelves by building some awesome LEGO creations! We’ll bring the bricks – all you need to bring is your imagination. All ages welcome! Free.
https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/lego-building-day-4/

VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series: Country/Blues
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson, 149 Shoreline Drive. Music acts include Nate Dill, Big Daddy Fox, Chad Flores, and Steeple Hill. Free. Phone 231-855-5001.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, $3 – $5. www.muskegonlights.org

Parade of Power – Boat Parade
1:00 pm
Muskegon Channel, 1601 Beach Street. Come watch as over 50 high-performance powerboats parade through the Muskegon Channel out to Lake Michigan. https://www.westmichiganoffshore.com/muskegon-powerboat-weekend-1

June Saturdays: Father’s Day Card Craft
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Dads are terrific people in our lives. Let’s take the time to make them a handmade tie-themed card that tells them exactly that!
https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/june-saturdays-fathers-day-card-craft/

Roaring 20s Tea Event
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Avenue. Dress in your best 1920s attire and join the Hackley and Hume Historic Site for an afternoon tea event. Tea, coffee, and lemonade will be served alongside sandwiches and sweet treats! $7 – $15. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/roaring-20s-tea-event/

Electric Forest Giveaway Scavenger Hunt
1:00 – 5:00 pm
The Muskegon Event Place, 2119 Lemuel Street, Muskegon Heights. Join us for a scavenger hunt to win a VIP Electric Forest Wristband! The Hunt will start at 1:00 and will end as soon as the last clue is found. The hunt will have 15 – 20 riddles that will lead you to the golden ticket. We will also have the Grand Traverse Pie Co food truck available 1-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/muskegoneventplace

Art @ The Pointe
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Adelaide Pointe, 1204 W. Western Ave. Join us for the Lakeshore Visual Art Collective’s first show in Adelaide Pointe’s huge boat warehouse on Muskegon Lake. Come by car, bike, or boat (docks are available) and see this space transformed into a one-night, pop-up gallery filled with art by more than 50 regional artists in a wide range of media. Music by Serita’s Black Rose, food truck eats, cash bar, and lots of great regional art. Your $10 door donation plus 10% of artists’ sales benefit the great work of Read Muskegon (www.readmuskegon.org). http://www.lakeshorevac.com/events.html

Miss Michigan Scholarship Program Final Competition
6:30 – 10:00 pm
Orchard View High School Auditorium, 16 N. Quarterline Rd. Unique program for young women to earn scholarships, learn valuable life and career skills and grow their networks. Our program gives them an opportunity to give back and make a difference in their communities. $40. www.missmichigan.org

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Michigan Monarchs. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

DJ PRIM
7:00 – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. PRIM is a female DJ/Producer from West Michigan playing house music and lofi/minimal grooves in every form!www.thebooknookjavashop.com.

Aquastar Cruise – Odd Side Ales Summer Solstice
8:00 – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Odd Side Ales is bringing their special brews and the first one is included with the price of your ticket. We look forward to enjoying a beautiful sunset while cruising Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan to the sounds of A Northern Song. $38. https://aquastarcruises.com/our-cruises/odd-side-ales-cruise/

Muskegon Astronomical Society Star Party
9:30 – 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, however donations are greatly appreciated. We will be viewing the night sky with our telescopes. 
www.wmich-astro.org

Sunday, June 19

43rd Annual Arts and Crafts Festival
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Goodrich Park, 100 N. Lake Street, Whitehall. Spend a day at this popular outdoor event held off the shores of beautiful White Lake and under the trees at Goodrich Park. Vendors, live music, festival food, and inflatables fill the day!
https://www.whitelake.org/event/43rd-annual-arts-crafts-festival/2022-06-18/

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Through September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Father’s Day Free Tours for Muskegon County Dads
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 West Webster. Muskegon County Dads receive free access to the Historic Sites for the afternoon. Their visit includes a tour at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site, Scolnik House of the Depression Era, and the Fire Barn Museum. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/fathers-day-free-tours-for-muskegon-county-dads/

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
5:00 – 8:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Michigan Monarchs. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Free Sunday Swing Dance Lessons
6:00 – 7:30 pm 
AKS Karate Headquarters, 5571 E. Apple Ave. Chris Sanz, a professional swing dance instructor from Buenos Aires, will teach us Lindy Hop. Such a fun dance! No matter what your level, you’ll learn something new! No experience, partner needed. Great fun dancing, awesome social time, good exercise. Donations are accepted, but not required. 231-736-3205.

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. This cruise includes dinner, live music, fun and food. This is a fundraiser. For tickets please call Coffey Penn, therapist of HealthWest at 231-288-0198. Leave a message with your name, phone number and the number of tickets you would like.

Monday, June 20

NERF Challenge
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Smith-Ryerson Park, 550 Wood Street. Players will run, dodge, and dive as they try to outwit and outblast the competition during NERF Mobile Games. From “Capture the Flag” to “Eliminator” to “Zombies vs. Humans,” players will put their physical and mental skills to the test. Best for ages 8 and up. All NERF equipment will be provided. Free. https://www.hackleylibrary.org/event/nerf-challenge/

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, $3 – $5. www.muskegonlights.org

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

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Monday, June 13

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturday, $3 – $5. www.muskegonlights.org

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org

Tuesday, June 14

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Enjoy breakfast and your favorite espresso drink while listening to master pianist Steve Thielman. Every Tuesday morning. www.thebooknookjavashop.com

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Until September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Classical Night
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Letitia Jap, violin, and Kyle Thompson, guitar. Dinner at 6:15: Chicken parmesan, pasta, zucchini, glass of house wine, dessert $17.
https://booknook.ticketleap.com/classical-night-letitia-jap-violin-kyle-thompson-guitar/

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org

Wednesday, June 15

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

STEM Workshop
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. STEM Workshops are a half-day program that focuses on a specific topic in a STEM field each session. This half-day camp will give learners an opportunity to learn about the topic, see demonstrations, and construct their own experiments or designs. Ages 8-15. June 15: Pioneer Science. Register at Eventbrite at lakeshoremuseumstemworkshops.eventbrite.com or by calling 231-722-0278.

Eric and Chris Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Eric Michaels and Chris Kennedy are a guitar duo, performing a mix of folk, pop, country, and standards. www.thebooknookjavashop.com

Measure Twice: Sculptures of Ted Lott
11:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave. Until September 4.
Grand Rapids based artist Ted Lott creates sculptures that blend frame construction with furniture, creating complex objects that play with our sense of scale, function, and design. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Downtown Muskegon Street Performers
6:00 – 8:00 pm
West Western Avenue, Muskegon. This series of free community events showcases talented local artists in a family friendly, carnival-like atmosphere. Each year we feature more than 30 artists who perform on the sidewalks, street corners, and stages of downtown Muskegon’s beautiful Western Avenue. https://www.facebook.com/MuskegonStreetPerformersSeries

Trivia Night! Volume 12
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company, 255 Seminole Rd. Welcome to Trivia Night brought to you by Trivia Cat! Bring your friends and play as a team, or feel free to play alone. We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, most projected onto the big screen! Top teams will win gift cards!
https://www.facebook.com/events/409707364350278

Trivia Night! Volume 12
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Ave. Welcome to Trivia Night brought to you by Trivia Cat! Bring your friends and play as a team, or feel free to play alone. We will challenge your trivia knowledge over several rounds of questions, most projected onto the big screen! Top teams will win gift cards!
https://www.facebook.com/events/409707364350278

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Monday, June 6

Used Book Sale
Muskegon Area District Library, Ravenna Branch, 12278 Stafford Street, Ravenna. Used books at great prices at the Ravenna Branch Library. Call 231-853-6975 for open hours.

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20. Call 231-744-6080 for open hours.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturday, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org

Tuesday, June 7

Museum Explorers
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Bring your young museum explorer to the museum for some interactive activities in the galleries. These focused family activities are available on a drop-in basis at any time in the two hours that we will be in the gallery. June 7: The Properties of Copper. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/museum-explorers/2022-06-07/

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Enjoy breakfast and your favorite espresso drink while listening to master pianist Steve Thielman. Every Tuesday morning. www.thebooknookjaveshop.com

8 Hands on 2 Pianos
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Steve Thielman, Robert Edwards, Phyllis Miner, and Bryan Uecker. Music by Beethoven, Gurlitt, Moskowski, Schubert, Chaminade, and Holst. Dinner at 6:15pm: oven roasted salmon, sesame garlic rice, snow peas, glass of house wine, dessert, $17. https://booknook.ticketleap.com/8-hands-on-2-pianos/

Unruly Irish Session
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Avenue. One of the most time-honored musical traditions in Ireland is the “seisiún,” an informal gathering of amateur musicians, usually at the local pub, playing traditional Irish folk and dance tunes. Continuing their commitment to enriching the Irish cultural heritage of West Michigan, Unruly Brewing has graciously offered to host a series of trad session on the first and third Tuesday of every month.

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for opening day of the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org

Wednesday, June 8

Eric and Chris Acoustic Guitar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Eric Michaels and Chris Kennedy are a guitar duo, performing a mix of folk, pop, country, and standards. Longtime friends and musical partners who’ve performed in clubs and coffeehouses from Alaska to Arizona, Eric and Chris now reside in Western Michigan where they’re now sharing their music in venues along the lakeshore. While you’re enjoying a lunch at the Book Nook, savor the easy-listening, acoustic sounds of Eric and Chris as well! www.thebooknookjaveshop.com

Lunch ‘n Learn: Around the World
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
The Block, 360 W. Western Avenue, 2nd floor. West Michigan Symphony presents a brown bag lunch and conversation about Masterworks. Enjoy an hour of lively discussion with Music Director Scott Speck and a special guest. This is a FREE event. Doors open at 11:45 am to give you time to mingle and take your seats. info@westmichigansymphony.org

DNR Volunteer Stewardship Opportunities
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
White Lake Community Library, 3900 White Lake Drive. DNR natural resources steward Emily Leslie will visit the White Lake Community Library to share information about the program, how you can get involved, and how volunteers and park staff work year-round to preserve your favorite places for future generations. info@wlclib.org

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Trivia Night! June 2022 Edition
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company, 255 Seminole Rd. Welcome to Music Trivia brought to you by Trivia Cat! It’s a music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Identify and answer questions about songs and artists. All genres, all years are fair game! Top teams will win gift cards! https://www.facebook.com/events/742415933452987

Trivia Night! June 2022 Edition
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company, 360 W. Western Ave. Welcome to Music Trivia brought to you by Trivia Cat! It’s a music trivia party! Play with your friends; bring a team of people (any size team). Identify and answer questions about songs and artists. All genres, all years are fair game! Top teams will win gift cards!
https://www.facebook.com/events/337169445200656

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library, 316 W. Webster Avenue. Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. Kits are available at the library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org or askus@hackleylibrary.org

Thursday, June 9

Little Learners: STEAM Play and Learn
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4.  The theme for June is Color. RSVPs required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-learners-playgroup-winterspring-2022-tickets-222075663287

Ceramics Open Studio with Kim Funk
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Terrestrial Forming Pottery Studio, 5385 Lamos at Michillinda, Whitehall. Students ages 18+ who have completed an ACWL-Nuveen introductory pottery class are eligible to participate in Open Studio. $162 for ACWL-Nuveen Members. https://www.artswhitelake.org/events-1/ceramics-open-studio-with-kim-funk

Jazz Happy Hour
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Jazz Duo: Aedan McCauley on piano & Donovan Meeusen on bass. Drink and food specials! www.thebooknookjaveshop.com

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. The Muskegon Clippers Summer Collegiate Baseball team takes on Jet Box baseball for the 2022 Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season at historic Marsh Field! Come on down and watch some of the best baseball you will see in the area! Players from all over the country come to Muskegon each summer to be part of the awesome Clippers organization! $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Trivia Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pub One Eleven, 111 W. Colby Street, Whitehall. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to Play! Pub111.com

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm 
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Get your camera ready and enjoy the afternoon breeze while cruising the lake during our sunset cruise. This is a perfect time to relax with friends and loved ones. www.aquastarcruises.com

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Free Thursdays: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00am – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 W. Webster Ave. This is a great opportunity to visit the art museum and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Friday, June 10

MLK Unity Breakfast
7:30 am – 12:00 pm
VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, 470 W. Western. A half-day conference featuring a keynote address by Donna Brazile, political strategist and news contributor, and two breakout sessions. $30. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-unity-breakfast-tickets-209344223207

AVP Muskegon Open
11:00 am – 7:00 pm 
Pere Marquette Public Beach, 3510 Channel Drive. The Association of Volleyball Professionals is proud to announce that for the first time since 2009, they are returning to the Great Lake State. Home to the largest beach in Western Michigan, the 2022 Tour Series Muskegon Open will provide the sport’s up-and-coming athletes with plenty of opportunity to showcase their talents. https://avp.com/event/tour-series-muskegon-open/

Taste of Muskegon
4:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 W. Webster Ave. Taste of Muskegon is a celebration of the best Muskegon has to offer! Join us for a weekend of taste-size bites of the county’s best locally-owned restaurants and food trucks. We’ll have live music, great drinks, and so much more. https://www.tasteofmuskegon.org

Muskegon Paintings Opening Reception
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm 
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Ave. Muskegon Paintings is a series of five paintings by local artist Gabrielle Schaub, a recent Grand Valley State University receiving a B.F.A. in painting. Free, but RSVP by calling 231-722-0278 or register at https://muskegon_paintings_reception.eventbrite.com

All-Access Tours
7:00 am – 8:30 pm
Hackley and Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave. This extended tour reveals attics, basements, porches, and all the spaces that the classic tour does not include! Enjoy this exclusive experience while hearing about new research discoveries, restoration projects, and fun family Hackley and Hume stories. $20 for non-members, $15 for museum members. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/all-access-tours-13/2022-06-10/

Serita’s Black Rose
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook and Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. www.thethebooknookjaveshop.com

Two Dudes in Flip Flops
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Burl & Sprig, 500 West Western. https://www.facebook.com/burlandsprig/events/?ref=page_internal

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Milwaukee Clipper Film Friday: Buster Keaton
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Milwaukee Clipper, 2098 Lakeshore Drive. Join us for this Film Friday event on the historic Milwaukee Clipper. We will be showing two “Buster Keaton” films. Free for members and $10.00 for non-members. https://www.milwaukeeclipper.com/events/

West Michigan Symphony around the World
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 W. Western Ave. Our music director takes us on a journey around the world including music from Spain, Germany, Russia, China and America. https://westmichigansymphony.org/events/wms-around-the-world/

Aquastar Sunset Cruise with Joshua Charnes
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. There is nothing better than enjoying a West Michigan Sunset with live music while you cruise on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. Come enjoy music and some time out on the water. $30 www.aquastarcruises.com 

Saturday, June 11

Ride United
6:00 am – 6:00 pm
United Way of the Lakeshore Ride United 9th annual fundraiser. This year’s focus is to raise money for better accessible public transportation in the service area. $40 registration fee. See www.ridemi.org

Mona Lake Paddle Race
7:30 am – 1:00 pm
82 Randall Road, Norton Shores. The race is a part of the Midwest Paddle League and eligible for USA SUP points. $50 registration fee. See muskegonlakeshorepaddleclub.org

Muskegon CareAffairs, Run for Wings 5K and Pancake Breakfast
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskegon County Airport. Activities include “Touch the Trucks,” airplane and helicopter rides, face painting, characters to meet and greet, and more family fun events. Registration for the run is $25, pancake breakfast is $6.50. See wingsofmercy.org.

Artisan Market Village
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
8660 Water Street, Montague. Shop for artwork created by local artisans. There will be an on-site craft activity for children, sponsored by the City of Montague. Free. https://www.artswhitelake.org/artisanmarket.

Children’s Event – Sara Dippity
10:00 am – 11:00 pm
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Sara Dippity tells the story of a young girl who finds peace from difficult times through encounters with a cardinal in her back yard. See www.thebooknookjaveshop.com.

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

Taste of Muskegon
11:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley Park, 350 W. Webster Ave. Taste of Muskegon is a celebration of the best Muskegon has to offer! Join us for a weekend of taste-size bites of the county’s best locally-owned restaurants and food trucks. We’ll have live music, great drinks, and so much more. https://www.tasteofmuskegon.org/

Summer Kickoff Carnival
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of the Summer Reading Program with our free, all-ages carnival. Enjoy a bounce house, slide, foam exe throwing, carnival games and prizes. Free. Phone 231-744-6080.

VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series: Classic Rock
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson, 149 Shoreline Drive. Classic Rock music acts include Shallow Side, Crazy Babies, Rocket Queen, Big Cadillac, Group Therapy, and Extension Cord. Free. Phone 231-855-5001.

June Saturdays: Insects and Spiders
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 Clay Avenue. Let’s learn about bugs! From fliers and crawlers to the eight-legged arachnids. We’ll be looking at specimens from our collection and sharing some interesting facts. Phone 231-722-0278, or email jackie@lakeshoremuseum.org.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

The Smiths
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry Street, Montague. Montague husband and wife duo present a night of beautiful original tunes and eclectic favorites. www.thebooknookjaveshop.com.

Aquastar Motown Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Join us for a sunset cruise and enjoy the sounds of Motown. The boat leaves the dock at 8:00 p.m. $30. aquastarcruises.com/our-cruises

Chocolate Factory Comedy Show
8:00 pm
Frauenthal Center, 425 W. Western Ave. Enjoy a night with the hilarious DeRay Davis and Donnell Rawlings. $38 – $85. https://shows.frauenthal.org/deray-davis

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Carriage Antique Mall hosts a Flea Market every other Saturday during the summer. Food and great finds! Stop by for the deals! Located at 10130 US 31 In Montague. 231-220-8696

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Sunday, June 12:

AVP Muskegon Open
11:00 am – 7:00 pm 
Pere Marquette Public Beach, 3510 Channel Drive. The Association of Volleyball Professionals is proud to announce that for the first time since 2009, they are returning to the Great Lake State. Home to the largest beach in Western Michigan, the 2022 Tour Series Muskegon Open will provide the sport’s up-and-coming athletes with plenty of opportunity to showcase their talents. https://avp.com/event/tour-series-muskegon-open/

Free Sunday Swing Dance Lessons
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 
AKS Karate Headquarters, 5571 E. Apple Ave. We are so fortunate to have Chris Sanz, a professional swing dance instructor from Buenos Aires, Argentina, teaching us Lindy Hop. Such a fun dance! Chris will teach us beginner and intermediate moves. No matter what your level, you’ll learn something new! No experience, partner needed. Great fun dancing, awesome social time, good exercise. Donations are accepted, but not required. 231-736-3205.

Muskegon Clippers Baseball
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck Street. Muskegon Clippers vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns. $2 – $5. http://muskegonclippers.com/

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises, 560 Mart St. Join us for a sunset cruise and enjoy the sounds of Motown. The boat leaves the dock at 8:00 p.m. $30. aquastarcruises.com/our-cruises

Monday June 13:

Tiny Art Show
Muskegon Area District Library, North Muskegon Branch, 1522 Ruddiman Drive. Show your love for art by participating in our tiny art show held during the Lakeshore Art Festival. Kits with a small canvas, paint and brush will be available at the North Muskegon Library while supplies last. Pick up a kit between June 1 and 17, paint your masterpiece, and return it to the library for display by June 20.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach Street. Join us for a historical tour of Muskegon’s South Pierhead Lighthouse at Pere Marquette Beach. Climb to the top and learn the history of this functioning light. Enjoy the view and take photos. Tours are Monday, Friday and Saturdays, 1 – 5 pm. Adults – $5.00 Children $3.00. www.muskegonlights.org

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

All registrations are due by June 14, 2022.

Options:

• Call 231-767-3403
• Click here to RSVP or Sponsor
• Visit our website: https://EmpKids.org/upcoming-events/
• Scan the QR code below with your phone.

June 22, 2022
Must RSVP by June 14

8:45 am arrive – 3:00 pm
Host is Love N Grace Healing Centers
Location: Dairy Barn at the Muskegon County Fair Grounds
RSVP or Sponsor

Sponsors:

• Love N Grace Healing Centers
• Love, INC
• Newaygo County 4H
• Up and Out Ministries
• Private Donors

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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

Summer Reading Program:

June 13 – August 13
Hackley Library’s Summer Reading Program is around the corner!  This year’s theme is “Oceans of Possibilities.”  The program kicks off June 13, and will run through August 13.  HPL’s Summer Reading Program is great for ALL AGES to participate in, where you can earn prizes, as well as have the chance to win additional prizes!  It’s FREE to enjoy!  For signing up, you’ll receive a bag of goodies (while supplies last)!  Find more details at hackleylibrary.org (more specifically at https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-programs/annual-events/summer-reading/).  Free.

Youth / Teen Programs:

Oceans of Possibilities Take and Make Crafts
Available beginning Monday, June 6, and through the month
Sea creatures abound this June with our Take and Make craft kits!  We’ll have Chompy Fish kits for kids and Felt Otter kits for teens.  Check Hackley Library’s Facebook page for more details coming up.  Free.

Find a Pet! Scavenger Hunt
In-person at Hackley Library
Available through June
HPL’s Youth Services has put together a scavenger hunt for everyone!  Find all the librarians’ pets and take home a prize.  Free.

LEGO Building Day
In-person at Hackley Library
Saturday, June 18 from 12:00-2:00pm
Decorate the tops of our library bookshelves by building some awesome LEGO creations! We’ll bring the bricks – all you need to bring is your imagination.  All ages welcome!  Free.

Nerf Challenge
In-person at Smith-Ryerson Park
Monday, June 20 at 1:00pm
Players will run, dodge, and dive as they try to out-wit and out-blast the competition during NERF MobileGames.  From ‘Capture the Flag’ to ‘Eliminator’ to ‘Zombies vs. Humans,’ players will put their physical and mental skills to the test.  Ages 8 and up.  Join us at Smith-Ryerson Park for this fun NERF experience!  Free.

Sea Creatures Drawing Class
In-person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, June 22 at 2:00pm
Explore different types of sea creatures with artist Corinne Roberts.  This class is paced for kids of all ages to learn how to draw or sharpen developing skills.  Free.

Adult Programs:

Zines: Telling Your Story – What’s a Zine?
In-person at Hackley Library
Tuesday, June 21 from 5:00-6:00pm
What in the world is a ZINE? If you have ever asked yourself this question, join us at the library on June 21st and learn the interesting history of zines, how to make them, and what you can do with them once you’ve created one. Writers, artists, photographers, poets, anyone can make a zine! We will supply the tools, you just need to come to the program and supply the creativity.
To register visit the online events calendar at hackleylibrary.org.  Free.

Left to Write (and Left to Write at Night!)
In-person at Hackley Library
Wednesday, May 11 from 3:30 – 4:30pm
Tuesday, May 24 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.
You’ll have two chances to enjoy Left to Write each month.  Feel free to come to one or both, whenever you’re able to!  Free.

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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The VanDyke Mortgage Summer Concert Series Will Be Free on 10 Consecutive Weekends

MUSKEGON, Michigan – The Lakeshore Legacy Project is in its first year and has been promoting Muskegon and the lakeshore as the place to be this summer.

This event is a 10-week, 11 concert series scheduled every Saturday from June through August. The concerts will feature a different musical genre each week. In addition to live music, the events will provide family friendly activities including yard games, face painters, magicians, clowns, and food trucks. All events will be held in downtown Muskegon at Hot Rod Harley-Davidson. All concerts will be free to attend and will take place every Saturday starting June 4th – August 6th, 2022.

The mission of Lakeshore Legacy Project aims to mitigate the income inequality divide in Western Michigan through immersive and community building events. We strive to offer people of all ages the chance to experience life enriching events for free.

The VanDyke Mortgage Summer Concert Series activities will be begin at noon each Saturday and run until 10:15pm at Hot Rod Harley Davidson property in downtown Muskegon. Activities include:

MUSIC – VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series 2022
All concerts are free and presented by VanDyk Mortgage, West Michigan K-9, Terry Puffer- Five star Real Estate, Rad Dad’s, Forrest Tax & Accounting, The Leonard Building, Journey Construction, and Rake Beer Project on the main stage located at Hot Rod Harley-Davidson.

Saturday, June 4, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Reggae
Saturday, June 11, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Classic Rock
Saturday, June 18, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Country/Blues
Saturday, June 25, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Motown/Jazz/R&B
Friday, July 1, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – EDM
Saturday, July 2, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – EDM
Saturday, July 9, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm- Funk Jam Bands
Saturday, July 16, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Acoustic/Indie
Saturday, July 23, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – 80-90’s Pop
Saturday, July 30, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Rock/Rap Rock
Saturday, August 6, 2022, 12pm-10:15pm – Urban Arts – Artists, Spoken Word, DJs

ACTIVITIES
During the event enjoy, a variety of food options, giant beer pong, large jenga, and corn hole all while enjoying adult beverages, craft brews of all kinds and craft cocktails.

The Muskegon area also provides a variety of other must see sites that appeal to everyone, including expansive beaches, WWII ships, military museums, historic homes, beautiful parks and museums of all kinds – right in the center of all the action.

LODGING
A variety of lodging options are available in the area including, hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, Airbnb, camping, beach cottages and boutique hotels.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES
A variety of food options will be available from several food trucks. Enjoy ice cold Budweiser products, local craft brews and craft cocktails.

For more information on Lakeshore Legacy Project, please follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LakeshoreLegacyProject

The mission of Lakeshore Legacy Project aims to mitigate the income inequality divide in Western Michigan through immersive and community building events. This event is a 10-week 11 concert series every Saturday in June through August featuring different genres weekly downtown Muskegon at Hot Rod Harley-Davidson. All concerts will be free to attend and will take place every Saturday starting June 4th -August 6th, 2022.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park announces the Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens 2022 lineup, featuring 33 unique shows. This lineup reflects our continued commitment to bringing an eclectic group of artists to Meijer Gardens. Meijer Gardens intentionally curates the lineup of artists to provide a wide range of meaningful experiences each summer.

With beautiful, terraced lawn seating and spectacular views of gardens and sculpture, the 1,900-seat Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater is Michigan’s most intimate and unique outdoor concert venue.

Meijer Gardens is also pleased to announce Concerts for the Community, a new initiative sponsored by The Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation in partnership with the Kent District Library. This program will provide concert tickets, food and transportation to guests that may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend a summer concert. It is designed exclusively for those facing economic hardship and is meant to diversify community exposure to world-class live music. “Concerts at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park are a favorite summer activity for our family,” said Amy Van Andel. “We are thrilled to be a part of the Concerts for the Community program and excited to help others make memories and experience the joy an evening of outdoor live music can bring.”

“We are deeply grateful to Steve and Amy Van Andel, Fifth Third Bank, Harvey Lexus of Grand Rapids, Spectrum Health and all our sponsors for helping make this series possible and allowing us to welcome more people to experience live music at Meijer Gardens.” said David Hooker, President & CEO of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

SEE THE FULL LINEUP AND TICKET PRICES HERE!

To help members and guests prepare for buying tickets and getting the best entertainment value possible, Meijer Gardens has created an Insider’s Guide to Buying Tickets to help make the ticket purchasing experience easy and hassle-free. The Insider’s Guide is available at MeijerGardens.org/concerts

Public Ticket Sale
There is a limit of 8 tickets per show, per transaction. The preferred method to purchase tickets is online, but multiple options are available.

• Online at eTix.com (preferred method): handling fee of $5 per order (not per ticket) and convenience fee of $5.25 per ticket applies to all sales.
• By phone at 800-514-etix (3849): handling fee of $5 per order (not per ticket) and convenience fee of $5.25 per ticket applies to all sales.

The Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens concert series is sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, Harvey Lexus of Grand Rapids, Spectrum Health, Life EMS and US Golf Cars. Media sponsors are Star 105.7 and FOX17.

Join our team! Meijer Gardens has a variety of career openings, both full and part time. Please visit MeijerGardens.org/careers for a full listing of opportunities.

About Frederik Meijer Gardens Ampitheater
The 1,900-seat amphitheater is general admission and features tiered lawn seating. Concertgoers are welcome to bring a blanket or low-rise chair to sit on. Low-rise chairs are defined as 12” maximum from ground to front of seat bottom, and 32” maximum to top of chair back in highest position. These rules are strictly enforced. No other chairs will be permitted in the venue. A limited number of standard-height chairs will be available to rent for $10 on a first-come, first-served basis; these chairs are located in designated area and may not be moved. All concerts take place rain or shine, with weather delays possible. A selection of sandwiches, snacks, water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available at the Eileen DeVries Concessions Building. All beverages purchased must be consumed inside the amphitheater gates. Concertgoers are also welcome to bring their own food, sealed bottled water and nonalcoholic beverages in their original sealed containers.

About Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, one of the world’s most significant botanic and sculpture experiences, was recently listed in the top 100 most visited museums in the world and the 30 most visited museums in the United States by The Art Newspaper, the leading global art news publication. Education programs welcome 80,000 students and guests each year. Culinary Arts & Events offerings include weddings, corporate meetings and award-winning catering. The 158-acre main campus features Michigan’s largest tropical conservatory; one of the country’s largest interactive children’s gardens; arid and Victorian gardens with bronze sculptures by Edgar Degas and Auguste Rodin; a carnivorous plant house; outdoor gardens, including a replica 1930s-era farm garden; an eight-acre Japanese garden featuring contemporary sculpture; and a 1,900-seat outdoor Amphitheater Garden, showcasing an eclectic mix of world-renowned touring musicians each summer. The permanent collection highlights hundreds of sculptures from internationally acclaimed artists Magdalena Abakanowicz, El Anatsui, Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Mark di Suvero, Marshall Fredericks, Henry Moore, Michele Oka Donor, Beverly Pepper, Jaume Plensa, Auguste Rodin, Richard Serra, Yinka Shonibare CBE and Ai Weiwei, among others. Indoor galleries with changing sculpture exhibitions have hosted shows by Jonathan Borofsky, Edgar Degas, Jim Dine, Laura Ford, Richard Hunt, Rebecca Louise Law, Pablo Picasso, George Segal and others.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park promotes the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts.

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Wednesday June 1:

Trivia Night! Volume 11
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Salty Pecker Brewing Company 255 Seminole Rd. Welcome! You and your friends are invited to Trivia Night brought to you by Trivia Cat! Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing, and trivia questions (about anything)!

Trivia Night! Volume 11
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Unruly Brewing Company 360 W. Western Ave. Welcome! You and your friends are invited to Trivia Night brought to you by Trivia Cat! Join us for a night of drinking, eating, socializing, and trivia questions (about anything)!

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

Thursday June 2:

Aquastar Sunset Cruise
8:00 pm 
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. Get your camera ready and enjoy the afternoon breeze while cruising the lake during our sunset cruise. This is a perfect time to relax with friends and loved ones. www.aquastarcruises.com

VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series Kick-Off party!!
6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Wonderland Distilling 1989 Lakeshore Dr. Please join us at Wonderland Distilling Co., for a fun filled evening of food, cash bar, live music by the wonderful duo Emily and Mark. $45 per person

Trivia Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pub One Eleven 111 W. Colby St. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to Play!

Live Music at The Deck with Project 90 !
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music!

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

FREE TOURS: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00am – 8:0pm
This is a great opportunity to visit the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave. and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Friday June 3:

After Dark Tour
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site AFTER DARK! See all five floors of the houses on this classic tour. Tickets are $10 for museum members and $15 for non-members and can be purchased online at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/after-dark-tour-tickets-221952535007

Hackley and Hume and the Game of Life
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm 
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Come play with us! This game of Life simulates Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume as they travel through life from, education, marriage, business decisions, children, retirement, and adversity. Registration is required. Tickets can be purchased online at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hackley-hume-game-of-life-tickets-222004801337

Parties in the Park: Magic Bus
Hackley Park 350 W. Webster Ave. Parties in the Park is a weekly outdoor concert hosted in Downtown Muskegon at historic and beautiful Hackley Park. Bring the family or meet up with friends! Free entrance.

South Pierhead Lighthouse Tour
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

Vintage Redefined’s 5th Birthday Bash
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Vintage Redefined 471 W. Western Ave. is a women’s boutique featuring new women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories as well as gifts and decor for the home. We are celebrating our 5th birthday. We will be offering 25% off storewide, samples and hair tinsel!

Saturday June 4:

Aquastar Blues Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. There is nothing better than enjoying a West Michigan Sunset with live music while you cruise on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan. Feed your love of the blues. $35 www.aquastarcruises.com 

Two Dudes in Flip Flops at No Name Saloon
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! We like to say it’s a “Slice of Key West in Downtown Muskegon!”

John Gorka in Summer Concert
7:30 pm
The Playhouse at White Lake 304 South Mears Ave. An Evening with John Gorka Tickets $20 in Advance/$25 at the Door NOTE: This artist requires masking and proof of vaccination. 

VanDyk Mortgage Summer Concert Series: Reggae
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hot Rod Harley Davidson 149 Shoreline Dr. The Lakeshore Legacy Project has been established to offer FREE events in downtown Muskegon. Our vision is to offer these ongoing events for free for everyone in our community

Pet Adoption Awareness Day!
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Hackley Park 350 W. Webster Ave. Hackley Library is teaming up with area shelters to bring you Pet Adoption Awareness Day in Hackley Park! During the event, you can meet pets that are up for adoption

D-Day Plus
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mart Dock 560 Mart Dock, Day long WWII Living History event featuring Reenactors/historians, encampment, displays, military vehicles, Mock Battles an Air Raid over the Warship USS LST 393, A 1940’s style Pin-up contest and so much more. Please visit www.lst393.org for all details

Vintage Redefined’s 5th Birthday Bash
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Vintage Redefined 471 W. Western Ave. is a women’s boutique featuring new women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories as well as gifts and decor for the home. We are celebrating our 5th birthday. We will be offering 25% off storewide, samples and hair tinsel!

Northside Lions Club All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
As part of the “D Day” Celebrations taking place at the USS LST 393, the Northside Lions Club presents an “All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast” on Saturday beginning at 9:00am

Christopher Dragone, guitar
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. guitar player – from Muskegon

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Carriage Antique Mall hosts a Flea Market every other Saturday during the summer. Food and great finds! Stop by for the deals! Located at 10130 US 31 In Montague. 231-220-8696

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Sunday, June 5:

Feet on the Street
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Mylan’s Waterfront Grille 115 N. Mears Ave. Join us for Feet on the Street—A party on the promenade to kick off summer in the White Lake Area!

Free Sunday Swing Dance Lessons
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
AKS Karate Headquarters 5571 E Apple Ave. We are so fortunate to have Chris Sanz, a professional swing dance instructor from Buenos Aires, Argentina, teaching us Lindy Hop. Such a fun dance! This is a free event.

Monday June 6:

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

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Monday May 23:

Live Trivia Mondays at Red Rooster Tavern
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Red Rooster Tavern 2998 Scenic Dr. Every Monday, Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to Play!

Tuesday May 24:

Live Trivia Tuesdays at No Name Saloon
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
No Name Saloon 609 W Western Ave. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to play!

Live Music at The Deck with Jetts!
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Enjoy live music on the beach! Jetts is a loose cannon party band playing an eclectic mix of your favorite jam’s

“Women’s Lives” featuring mezzo-soprano Denise Newell and pianist Caron Farmer
12:15 pm – 12:45 pm
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 1006 Third St. Mezzo-soprano Denise Newell and pianist Caron Farmer have created a program which features songs by Aaron Copland, Jerome Kern, and other composers. This concert is part of the Feeding the Soul of the City. Light refreshments will be served and attendees may also bring a bag lunch or covered drink to enjoy before or during the free concert.

Steve Thielman, Piano
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. Enjoy breakfast and your favorite espresso drink while listening to master pianist Steve Thielman. Every Tuesday

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

Wednesday May 25:

Dance Theatre of Harlem
7:30 pm
Frauenthal Center 425 W Western Ave. Now a singular presence in the ballet world, tours nationally and internationally, presenting a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. $25-$45 www.frauenthal.org

Yonder Mountain Live at The Deck!
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Join Yonder Mountain String Band at The Deck. Enjoy BBQ & bluegrass while dancing. This is a ticketed event. No refunds. Tickets are general admission. Food & beverage sold separately. No outside food or beverage allowed on the premise. 21+ older to drink adult beverages with a valid ID. This is an all ages event. Parking is ticketed. Seating and standing zones are first come first serve. Guests are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on. No umbrellas during the show. All bags and purses are subject to inspection. 231-755-5022

Bow WOW Readers
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – Visually & Physically Disabled Branch 4845 Airline Rd. Bow WOW Readers is a once-a-month read-aloud program that pairs kids ages 6 and up with trained therapy dogs and handlers from the Muskegon Lakeshore Obedience Training Club. Register at www.madl.org/calendar

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Youth Take and Make Craft
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org

Thursday May 26:

Trivia Night
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pub One Eleven 111 W. Colby St. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! Free to Play!

Make it Montague: Dinosaur Suncatcher
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Muskegon Area District Library – Montague Branch 8778 Ferry St. Join Kristina as she shows you how to make a scary (or cute) dinosaur. www.madl.org/calendar

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Beginning Wire-Wrapping
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Arts Council of White Lake 106 E. Colby St. Ages 16+ $20, $18 for ACWL-Nuveen Members Chris Rogers will be sharing her knowledge and love for making jewelry with found stones! Wire will be provided, register: www.artswhitelake.org

Live Music at The Deck with Project 90 !
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music!

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

FREE TOURS: Muskegon Museum of Art
11:00am – 8:0pm
This is a great opportunity to visit the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave. and bring the kiddos! This FREE tour time is compliments of the Meijer Foundation. www.muskegonartmuseum.org

Friday May 27:

Pigeon Hill Home Town Cruise
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. Cruise with Pigeon Hill Enjoy some time out on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan with a beautiful sunset and fun with friends. We will feature Pigeon Hill Brewing craft beers. www.aquastarcruises.com $35

Trippin’ Back: 60s and 70s Rock
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. A time machine of a cover band with the best songs from the best bands.

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. Now it is up to you and your friends. Registration is required, and you can do so here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hackley-attic-escape-room-tickets-58016510946

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Live Music at The Deck with Radio Tokoyo !
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Come to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach!

Saturday May 28:

Milwaukee Clipper Memorial Day Party
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Milwaukee Clipper 2098 Lakeshore Dr. Step aboard the SS Milwaukee Clipper, for an on-the-water open-house Memorial Day Party! Take this “Maritime Step Back in Time” and be awed by the history and beauty. G&L chili dogs will be on board with food sales: $5 gets you a hot dog, a bag of chips, and a soda. This event will run from 7:30 to 10:00 with a lot of fun in store! $10 per person

Christopher Dragone, guitar
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. guitar player – from Muskegon

Crossroads Resurrection Blues Band
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. Montague

Flea Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Carriage Antique Mall hosts a Flea Market every other Saturday during the summer. Food and great finds! Stop by for the deals! Located at 10130 US 31 In Montague. 231-220-8696

Pine Street Market
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
West Pine Street in Downtown Muskegon. Pine Street will be filled with 38 vendors. This is a great day outing for lovers of all things antique and vintage, artisan goods…and food!

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Live Music at The Deck with Post Fontaine !
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! They play hits from yesterday and today! www.thedeckmkg.com

Muskegon Farmers Market Summer Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm 
242 W. Western Ave. Join us at one of Michigan’s largest Farmers Markets. Family friendly environment with loads of variety and unique finds in food, fashion, and indoor/outdoor décor. The market, owned and operated by the City of Muskegon, is dedicated to showcasing the best in locally-grown foods, nursery stock, handicrafts, baked goods and more. www.muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Sunday, May 29:

Swing Dancing Aboard the Aquastar
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. Enjoy a beautiful sunset and spend some time out on the water with friends. Muskegon Area Dance Lovers will bring the music and experts to get you moving! $30 www.aquastarcruises.com

Free Sunday Swing Dance Lessons
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
AKS Karate Headquarters 5571 E Apple Ave. We are so fortunate to have Chris Sanz, a professional swing dance instructor from Buenos Aires, Argentina, teaching us Lindy Hop. Such a fun dance! This is a free event.

Blessing of the Boats Aboard the Aquastar
12:00 pm
Aquastar Cruises 560 Mart St. Muskegon Lake Tradition Come aboard and enjoy a Muskegon Lake tradition. The Annual Blessing of the boats. We’ll follow the marshal boats up the Muskegon Channel toward Lake Michigan to the South Breakwater Cove. We will enjoy the ceremonial lighthouse washing representing the start of the boating season. Boaters will then cruise by the Aquastar for the official blessing. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase on board

Lost Boat Ceremony at U.S.S. Silversides
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
USS Silversides Museum 1346 Bluff St. The Lost Boat Ceremony honors and remembers the sailors and submarines that were lost during WWII. It is a family friendly event, open to the public, and the museum and both vessels are free all day. It begins with a fly-over and ends with starting two of the main engines of U.S.S. Silversides. Our guest speaker for the ceremony Rear Admiral Thomas Meek USN(Ret.) www.silversides.org 231-755-1230

Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom and Candle Light Vigil
8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Candle Light Vigil for POW/MIA Prisoners of War – Missing in Action that never returned Home and Chair dedication by Rolling Thunder Michigan Chapter 4 beginning at Hot Rod Harley Davidson Muskegon

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Monday May 30:
In honor of Memorial Day our office is Closed today

Greater Muskegon Memorial Day Parade and Music Ceremony
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Come to Downtown Muskegon for the parade begins on Morris Ave. The marchers will proceed east on Morris Ave., south on Terrace St, west on Clay Ave. and end at historic Hackley Park. Immediately following the conclusion of the parade, a Musical Memorial Day Ceremony will be held in the beautiful Frauenthal Center, featuring the Mona Shores High School Marching Band. This event is free and open to the public. 231-855-4959

Fruitport Old Fashioned Days
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
A week-long family fun festival and Midway Carnival held in Fruitport. For a complete schedule of events: https://fruitportlionsclub.com/events/ofd-schedule or stop in our office and pick a schedule of events.

Youth Take and Make Crafts
Hackley Public Library
Check out what Take and Make Craft Hackley Public Library has planned. They are located at 316 W. Webster Ave. Kits are available at Hackley Library while supplies last. Free. www.hackleylibrary.org and askus@hackleylibrary.org