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September 2010
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Sep 02, 2010
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An Evening of Gospel Music in the Park
The Second Annual Gospel Music in the Park series, featuring a free night of Gospel Music, will be held in Downtown Muskegon Heights at beautiful Rowan Park from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The concert will feature well known gospel groups from the Muskegon area, and is an alcohol free family event. Attendees are encouraged to bring their blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy this early evening of gospel music. No vendors or port-a-johns will be available at the venue. For more information, contact Jessie Franklin at (231) – 747-7345. www.downtownmuskegonheights.com
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Aug 27, 2010 -
Sep 02, 2010
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Harbor Theatre: Sundance Film Fest Winner Winter's Bone
Winner of the grand jury prize at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival. An unflinching Ozark Mountain girl hacks through dangerous social terrain as she hunts down her drug-dealing father while trying to keep her family intact. Shows 7:30 p.m. nightly. Admission $4-6. The Harbor Theatre is located at 1937 Lakeshore Drive. For information, 231-457-4274. www.theharbortheater.com
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Aug 27, 2010 -
Sep 02, 2010
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Harbor Theatre: The Girl Who Played with Fire
The second book in Stieg Laarson's Millenium trilogy comes to the big screen. Following "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," computer hacker Lisbeth and journalist Mikael investigate a human trafficking ring, Lisbeth is accused of three murders, causing her to go on the run while Mikael works to clear her name. Shows 7:15 p.m. nightly. Admission $4-6. The Harbor Theatre is located at 1937 Lakeshore Drive. For information, 231-457-4274. www.theharbortheater.com
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Aug 27, 2010 -
Sep 02, 2010
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Harbor Theatre: The Last Airbender
M. Night Shyamalan's "The Last Airbender" is The Harbor Theatre's $1 family flick from Friday, August 27 to Thursday, September 2. All tickets are $1. Show times are Saturday/Sunday at 3:00 p.m. and weekdays at 5:00 p.m., with a late show on Friday, August 27 at 9:30 p.m. The Harbor Theatre is located at 1937 Lakeshore Drive. For information, 231-457-4274. www.theharbortheater.com
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Sep 03, 2010
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Music- Lou Thumser
Lou Thumser will perform from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 04, 2010
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Music Night - Earl Hyde & Terry Buist
Enjoy an evening of music with Earl Hyde and Terry Buist at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 04, 2010
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Music - Justin Wierenga
Enjoy an afternoon of music with Justin Wierenga at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 04, 2010
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Run For Sight 5th Annual 5K Run and 5K Walk
Run For Sight is a great community event - A 5K run/walk in which the community walks for sight. Run For Sight is a run to benefit the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired. 100% of the proceeds are donated to ABVI. The 5th Annual Run For Sight will take place Saturday, September 4th, and will kick off the Breakwater Festival at Pere Marquette Park. The 5K Run is a competitive event with medals being awarded for top three winners in 14 age categories. The 5K Walk is dog friendly - dogs must be on leashes. To finish the event, there is a 1 Mile Fun Run for children under 9 years old. For more information, call Jennifer Scofield at 231-737-4717 or email at jscofield@shorelinevision.com. To register for Run For Sight: http://www.goracego.com http://www.run4sight.com
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Sep 04, 2010
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Music - Eric Goodrich
Enjoy an afternoon of music with Eric Goodrich at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 04, 2010
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Shoreline Spectacular Car & Motorcycle Show
This is the 27th Annual Shoreline Spectacular Car & Motorcycle Show. Registration 8:30-11 a.m. Voting 12 Noon - 2:00 p.m. Awards at 4:00 p.m. followed by Car ParadeEvents will be held at Heritage Landing and Western Avenue. For information, call 231-755-3322. www.shorelinespectacular.com
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Sep 05, 2010
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Music - Wayne Walden
Enjoy the music of Wayne Walden at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 03, 2010 -
Sep 06, 2010
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Breakwater Festival
Come celebrate the last few days of summer at the most beautiful beach in West Michigan, Labor Day weekend, at Pere Marquette Beach & Margaret Drake Elliott Park. Miss Muskegon Breakwater and Miss Muskegon Breakwater Outstanding Teen, September 6. For more information, call 231- 737-5645.
www.breakwaterfestival.com
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Sep 06, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 03, 2010 -
Sep 06, 2010
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Shoreline Spectacular
Shoreline Spectacular is back this year in a new location, downtown Muskegon. Car show/parade, motorcycle show, human foosball tournament, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, battle of the rock air bands, paint ball games, dog and cat petting and adoption, poker walk, beverage tent with music, children area with games, art & craft fair, food court and much more. Events will be held at Heritage Landing and Western Avenue. For information, call 231-855-0938. www.shorelinespectacular.com
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Sep 05, 2010 -
Sep 06, 2010
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6th Annual Labor Day Cars For Cancer
Muskegon's Biggest Car & Bike Show! Located at Mercy Health Partners - The Lakes just off US 31 on Harvey St. between Pontaluna Road and Sternberg Road. All proceeds will benefit the Johnson Family Center for Cancer Care. Sunday Night kick-off party with entertainment 5:00-11:00 p.m. and a cruise at 6:30 p.m. Pancake breakfast on Monday, 7:30-10:00 a.m. and hot dog/hamburger lunch will be served by the Knights of Columbus #13035. The show features 33 classes with three trophies per class. One "Best of Show," People's Choice," and "Young Guns" trophies. $10 registration the day of the show. Pre-register before August 23 for $15 to receive a T-shirt. Air conditioned eating and lounge area, goodie bags to first 100 cars, dash plaques to first 200 cars, door prizes, kids games, art fair, grocery giveaway, live music. Registration is at 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Sunday and 7:00-11:00 a.m. on Monday. e-mail tradrod51@aol.com. www.differentstrokescarclub.com
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Sep 06, 2010
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Miss Muskegon Breakwater Scholarship Pageant
This first time pageant is being held at Margaret Drake Elliott Park at Pere Marquette Beach. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 on the day of the pageant. For more information, call 231- 683-4640 or email @ missmuskegonbreakwater@mail.com. http://missmuskegon.com
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Sep 03, 2010 -
Sep 06, 2010
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Cans From Fans Food Drive
Cans From Fans, a Muskegon--based Food Drive to collect non-perishable food items from fans attending community events, will host their second food drive at the 2010 Muskegon Shoreline Spectacular.
The Cans From Fans semi--trailer will be on site all four days. There will also be donation bins located throughout the event. www.downtownmuskegon.org/calendar.shtml
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Sep 06, 2010
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Labor Day Community Walk
Does the Mackinac Bridge Labor Day Walk sound like a good idea yet it’s too far away for you to participate? The City of Muskegon will be hosting the Third Annual Labor Day Community Walk to help increase the number of active people this Labor Day weekend. The walk will begin at Fisherman’s Landing. Walkers are asked to register at the pavilion at 8:30 a.m. with the walk following at 9:00 a.m.
We will follow the Lakeshore Trail to the nature preserve in North Muskegon. Participants will circle around and complete their walk at Fisherman’s Landing for a total of 4.2 miles. Granola bars, water, and a raffle will be available to walkers! For questions, call 724-6705. www.michiganfitness.org
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Sep 07, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 07, 2010
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Composting
Compost is composed of organic materials derived from plant and animal matter that has been decomposed largely through aerobic decomposition. Join Advanced Master Gardener Joe Hill as he discusses how to make and use compost to benefit your yard and garden. This presentation begins at 6:00 p.m. at Hackley Public Library at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Sep 08, 2010
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Todd Rundgren at the Frauenthal
Todd Rundgren will be performing his "Todd" and "Healing" albums live in their entirety. This concert is being promoted by RundgrenRadio.com and is one of only six scheduled in the United States. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. The Frauenthal Theater is located at 425 W. Western Avenue in downtown Muskegon. Tickets are $45-$85. More information is available at www.DonsOf1984.com. Tickets are on sale at www.startickets.com or 800-585-3737 or the Frauenthal Box Office, 231-727-8001. www.frauenthal.org
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Sep 10, 2010
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Music Night - Carl Webb & Tom Hull
Enjoy an evening of music with Carl Webb & Tom Hull at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 11, 2010
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Memory Walk for Alzheimer's Association
Memory Walk is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research. All Memory Walk donations benefit the Alzheimer's Association, the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. The walk will be held at Margaret Drake Elliott Park - west side of the USS Silversides along the Muskegon River channel. Registration at 9:00 a.m. Walk begins at 10:00 a.m. Approx 1 mile with short walk being 1/2 mile. For information, West Shore Region, 231-780-1922. www.alz.org/mglc
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Sep 11, 2010
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Music Night - Dorothy Cooley
Enjoy an evening of music with Dorothy Cooley at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 11, 2010
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Annual Sportsmen for Youth Day
It is that time of year again folks for the Annual Sportsmen for Youth Day. This year the event will be held at the Muskegon County Fairgrounds and will be completely free for area youth. Don't miss out on the chance for kids to get involved in the great outdoors! This event features a trout pond, air rifle demonstrations, virtual fishing, archery range, wild animal displays and interactive displays. For more information call 231-853-6649. www.sportsmenforyouth.com
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Sep 11, 2010
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Clay Avenue Cellars Free Wine Tasting
Clay Avenue wines are made to keep the flavor of the fruit. We get our fruit from local growers and never, never strip the wine or add artificial color or flavor. We brew with the whole fruit. The wines are described as smooth and flavorful - because of the generous amounts of fruit used in each batch. Come out and samples some the great wines from 12 Noon to 6:00 p.m. at Clay Avenue Cellars, 611 West Clay in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-722-3108. www.clayavenuecellars.com
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Sep 10, 2010 -
Sep 11, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 11, 2010
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Vista Volunteers National Day of Service
Be a part of a great initiative in Muskegon! Give back to the community with your time and effort to clean and improve McLaughlin Pocket Park on the corner of Terrace & Isabella. The clean up effort is in a memorial to the nine year anniversary of September 11, 2001. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To sign up to help, call 231-672-3213 or email at riverak@trinity-health.org.
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Sep 11, 2010 -
Sep 12, 2010
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Civil War Living History Event
Co-sponsored by the Lakeshore Museum Center and Company F of the Third Michigan Infantry there will be company drill demonstrations, a tactical battle demonstration, visits to Civil War and civilian camps, live music and workshops with the Dodsworth Saxhorn Band, an Ecumenical service and more at Hilt's Landing, off Durham Road in Northern Muskegon County. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 5-18 and free admission for children under 5. A family pass is $12. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. The event will be held on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, 231-722-0278. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
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Sep 12, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 10:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 14, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 15, 2010
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Tech Wednesdays at Hackley Library: Using the Online Catalog
Each class will cover a specific topic and run from 30 – 60 minutes. No registration is required, just show up! All classes will start at 2:30 pm in the Julia Hackley Room. If you have your own laptop feel free to bring it along, otherwise these are watch and learn classes. Hackley Public Library is located at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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May 15, 2010 -
Sep 15, 2010
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46th Annual MCC Student Art Exhibition
Top work in varied media from art and graphic design classes with case place awards and the President's Purchase Prizes for the MCC art collection. Exhibits shown at the Overbrook Art Gallery located at the Muskegon Community College Campus, 221 W. Quarterline Road. Gallery hours 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information call 231-777-0324. www.muskegoncc.edu
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Sep 15, 2010
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Classical Music Night
Classical Music Night with Earl Hyde, guitar and Ginny Foster, violin, and Matt Bradfield, piano, at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 16, 2010
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The Diemakers at the Blue Note
The Diemakers of Chicago will be playing at the Blue Note at 9:00 p.m. as part of a series of shows being booked in support of their new album, Assault All Your Senses. The Blue Note is located at 760 W. Broadway. wwww.thediemakers.com
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Sep 16, 2010
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Moon Over Montague
The downtown merchants in Montague have banded together to liven up the streets by staying open until 8:30 p.m. on the Third Thursday of every month. Enjoy refreshments, live music, free zumba classes, and artist demonstrations in downtown Montague! Visit all participating locations to win a gift basket filled with goodies and gift certificates from each vender! www.artscouncilofwhitelake.org
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Sep 17, 2010
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Music Night - The Other Brothers & Travis Espinoza
The Other Brothers and Travis Espinoza at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 18, 2010
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Music Night - Monte Bleu
Enjoy an evening of music with Monte Bleu at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 18, 2010
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Super Hero Day at Hackley Library
Come in costume as your favorite superhero, ready to display your powers. Kids will make Kryptonite Crystals, snack on Power Cookies and compete in a Superhero Cakewalk. Event begins at 11:00 a.m. Hackley Public Library is located at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276, Ext. 230. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Sep 17, 2010 -
Sep 18, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 16, 2010 -
Sep 19, 2010
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Muskegon Civic Theatre Presents "Something's Afoot"
This murder mystery is a musical spoof of the whodunit genre, typified by Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries and the musical styles of the past. Ten people are stranded in an English country house, which is set on an island, during a raging thunderstorm. One by one they are picked off by fiendishly clever devices. While the bodies are piling up in the library, the surviving guests work frantically to uncover the identity and motivation of the cunning culprit. Performances are at the Beardsley Theater in the Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts, 425 W. Western Avenue in downtown Muskegon. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. Sunday Matinee is at 3:00 p.m. For tickets, StarTickets (800) 585-3737 or www.startickets.com or the Frauenthal Box Office (231) 727-8001. www.muskegoncivictheatre.org
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Sep 19, 2010
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Music - Jeff Bortell
Jeff Bortell will perform from 10:00 a.m. to 12 Noon at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 17, 2010 -
Sep 19, 2010
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Michigan Irish Music Festival
This festival features three days of nonstop Irish music and a FEIS, an Irish dance competition with hundreds of dancers ranging in age from 5 to 50 are expected. In addition to continuous live music, Bob and Bernie's Pub serves up authentic Irish food and beverages. Other festival activities include the Irish Marketplace, children's activities, a cultural center and an acoustic tent. Sunday morning there will be a Catholic Mass followed by a traditional Irish Breakfast. The festival takes place at Heritage Landing on Muskegon Lake in downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-739-2028. www.michiganirish.org
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Sep 20, 2010
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Family Spelling Bee
Form your own two person Spelling Team and join HPL’s Spelling Bee. Teams must have one child and one adult. Try for the Best Speller Prize. Or join the End of Bee Prize Drawing, open to all participants. Registration required. Event begins at 6:30 p.m. Hackley Public Library is located at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276, Ext. 230. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Sep 21, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 24, 2010 -
Sep 25, 2010
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White Lake Fall Festival
This event is located in beautiful Whitehall at the North Mears Parking Lot. There is an arts and crafts fair (Saturday Only), farmers market, local food vendors, waiter and waitress competition, live music, hayrides, food and beverages, and much more! For more details, please call 800-879-9702. www.whitelake.org
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Sep 25, 2010
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Music - Wayne Walden
Enjoy the music of Wayne Walden at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 24, 2010 -
Sep 25, 2010
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West Michigan Symphony "The Romantic Road: A Passionate Journey"
It took Brahms more than 40 years before he dared to compose a symphony, and his final word on the subject is one of the greatest pieces of music ever written. It’s majestic, lyrical, deep, rousing and transporting. Steeped in the traditions of Bach and Beethoven, Brahms nevertheless created a completely novel style, full of passion and longing. Wagner’s Tannhäuser expresses the tension between pure spiritual love and carnal, erotic love, in an overture that is both lyrical (some would say catchy) and triumphant. The Bruch violin concerto is the essence of Romanticism, and a worthy complement to the other two pieces on the program. Virtuosic, expressive, and full of jaw-dropping pyrotechnics, it’s the perfect showcase for a young superstar-in-the-making. The concert is at 7:30 p.m. at the Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts (corner of Third and Western in Downtown Muskegon). Tickets available at the www.westmichigansymphony.org, the Frauenthal Box Office Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Startickets 800-585-3737. www.westmichigansymphony.org
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Sep 25, 2010
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Open Mic Night
Open Mic for musicians, vocalists, poets, etc. at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 24, 2010 -
Sep 25, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 26, 2010
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Music - Jeff Worman
Jeff Worman will perform from 10:00 a.m. to 12 Noon at the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 26, 2010
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Fall Railroad Show
Presented by the Muskegon Railroad Historical Society featuring models, collectibles, toys, railroadiana. Held at the L.C. Walker Arena Annex, between Shoreline Drive and W. Western Avenue along Fourth Street in downtown Muskegon. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Show admissions $4 for adults; $2 for students; under 10 free. Also visit the MRHS at 561 W. Western from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (free admission) and the Historic Union Depot at 610 W. Western Avenue. www.mrhs-online.org
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Sep 23, 2010 -
Sep 26, 2010
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Muskegon Civic Theatre Presents "Something's Afoot"
This murder mystery is a musical spoof of the whodunit genre, typified by Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries and the musical styles of the past. Ten people are stranded in an English country house, which is set on an island, during a raging thunderstorm. One by one they are picked off by fiendishly clever devices. While the bodies are piling up in the library, the surviving guests work frantically to uncover the identity and motivation of the cunning culprit. Performances are at the Beardsley Theater in the Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts, 425 W. Western Avenue in downtown Muskegon. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. Sunday Matinee is at 3:00 p.m. For tickets, StarTickets (800) 585-3737 or www.startickets.com or the Frauenthal Box Office (231) 727-8001. www.muskegoncivictheatre.org
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Sep 28, 2010
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Cheese 101
Everyone’s favorite Cheese Lady will be at the library with sampler plates of cheese. This event is limited to 15 people. Please sign up in advance, starting on September 1st. No walk-ins unless there are no-shows, then it will be on a first come/first served basis. Event begins at 6:00 p.m. Hackley Public Library is located at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276, Ext. 230. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Sep 28, 2010
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Music - Dick Ballard
Enjoy the music of Dick Ballard, a cup of coffee, a snack and some good friends from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon the Book Nook & Java Shop, 8726 Ferry Street. Montague. For more information, call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Sep 29, 2010
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Tech Wednesdays at Hackley Library: Searching with MeL
Each class will cover a specific topic and run from 30 – 60 minutes. No registration is required, just show up! All classes will start at 2:30 pm in the Julia Hackley Room. If you have your own laptop feel free to bring it along, otherwise these are watch and learn classes. Hackley Public Library is located at 316 W. Webster Avenue. For more information, 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Jul 07, 2010 -
Sep 30, 2010
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Mysteries, Memories and Mayhem Exhibit
"Mysteries, Memories and Mayhem” tells the story of August Bell who arrived in Muskegon in 1855 and went to work in the lumbering visit. The display in the document case at the Lakeshore Museum Center recalls the disappearance of Bell’s partner with Bell’s money and his efforts to locate them. His story will give museum visitors an idea of what struggles Muskegon’s early pioneers faced. The Museum is located at 430 W. Clay Avenue at Fourth Street. Always free admission. Museum hours are weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends from Noon to 4:00 p.m. For more information, 231-722-0278. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
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Jun 01, 2010 -
Oct 01, 2010
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Park & Read Program
Back for a second summer, the DNRE and the Library of Michigan are again offering Park & Read at more than 400 libraries across Michigan. Park & Read allows library card-holders the ability to "check-out" a one-day pass into any Michigan state park or recreation area in lieu of the resident daily motor vehicle permit. This $6 savings also provides free access to the more than 500 events taking place in state parks throughout the summer. Passes are valid for seven days from check-out and can be used for one day at any one of Michigan's 98 state parks. Passes are valid for day-use only. Check here for a list of participating libraries. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/ParticipatingLibraries_280609_7.pdf www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10365_36576-215611--,00.html
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Sep 30, 2010 -
Oct 03, 2010
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Muskegon Civic Theatre Presents "Something's Afoot"
This murder mystery is a musical spoof of the whodunit genre, typified by Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries and the musical styles of the past. Ten people are stranded in an English country house, which is set on an island, during a raging thunderstorm. One by one they are picked off by fiendishly clever devices. While the bodies are piling up in the library, the surviving guests work frantically to uncover the identity and motivation of the cunning culprit. Performances are at the Beardsley Theater in the Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts, 425 W. Western Avenue in downtown Muskegon. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. Sunday Matinee is at 3:00 p.m. For tickets, StarTickets (800) 585-3737 or www.startickets.com or the Frauenthal Box Office (231) 727-8001. www.muskegoncivictheatre.org
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Apr 08, 2010 -
Oct 14, 2010
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Braveheart Raptor Rehabilitation Center Public Tours
The Braveheart Raptor Rehabilitation Center will reopen for its bi-monthly Open Houses from April through October. Public tours are on the second Thursday and second Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.. In April our Open Houses will be on Thursday, April 8 and Sunday, April 11, 2010. (We will be closed Thursday, May 13). There is no admission fee. The public is invited to see our permanent, non-releasable birds. Currently we have 8 different species including an adult bald eagle, owls, a red-tailed hawk, falcons, and a turkey vulture. We are located in Muskegon County, northeast of the city of Muskegon. The Braveheart Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to rehabilitate sick, injured and/or orphaned birds of prey and return them to the wild. Educating the public, particularly school age children, is a primary goal. The Center is located at 6221 Sweeter Road, Twin Lake. For information, call Susan Stamy at 231-821-9125.
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Aug 12, 2010 -
Oct 31, 2010
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Remembering Newaygo County: The Symbolist Painting of Annabel Livermore
A seminal exhibition of paintings by El Paso, Texas-based artist Annabel Livermore, who spent her formative years in West Michigan. Comprised of 20 works whose visionary subjects arise from the artist’s “embellished
memories” of the western region of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and the reverence she feels for the places and people surrounding Pickerel Lake, located between the cities of Fremont and Newaygo. Annabel Livermore is the alter ego of artist Jim Magee. Annabel, conceived as a retired librarian from Newaygo County who took up painting later in life. The exhibit is at the Muskegon Museum of Art located at 296 W. Webster Ave in Downtown Muskegon. Summer Hours: Tuesday/Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday/Friday/Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12 Noon to 4:30 p.m.; Closed on Mondays. Admission is $5.00 (Free on Thursdays) Free admission for MMA members and students 17 years and under with Student ID. For more information call 231-720-2570. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 07, 2010 -
Oct 31, 2010
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Beached in Muskegon County Exhibit
"Beached in Muskegon" is a display of historic photographs from the Lakeshore Museum Center’s Archives. The photos, dating from the late 1890s to the 1970s, feature people enjoying a day at the beach on Lake Michigan, Lake Harbor, Twin Lake, Sylvan Beach and other Muskegon County locations.The Museum is located at 430 W. Clay Avenue at Fourth Street. Always free admission. Museum hours are weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends from Noon to 4:00 p.m. For more information, 231-722-0278. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
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Sep 27, 2010 -
Oct 31, 2010
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Overbrook Art Gallery: Valerie Mann, Self Awareness
Reception will be held October 20, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., with Lecture at 7:00 p.m. Gallery Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Overbrook Art Gallery is located at Muskegon Community College, 221 S. Quarterline Road. For more information, 231-777-0324. www.muskegoncc.edu/pages/420.asp
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Sep 16, 2010 -
Nov 04, 2010
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Spanish for Tots Classes
Catalina Escudero, a certified Montessori Teacher and native of Peru will offer free classes in Spanish to children age 3 to 6 years old. The class will meet one day a week for an hour at 3:30 p.m. at the Norton Shores Library. This is an eight week course, each week covering a new topic: My Family, My House, The Zoo, My Body, Food, etc. with a final week Fiesta. Parents are welcome to attend with their children. Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling or visiting the library. The Library is located at 705 Seminole Road. For information, 231-780-8844. www.madl.org
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Sep 02, 2010 -
Nov 07, 2010
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Shout Freedom!
Photo League Selections from the Columbus Museum of Art Gritty, documentary images of urban life photographed by members of the New York Photo League, a group formed in 1938 whose membership was comprised of early pioneers in the documentary photography field. Novice and professional photographers alike used their camera lens to artistically capture a defining moment in our nation’s history as well as make statements on the social and economic climate of the era. The Photo League was one of the most influential photography movements of the 20th century but was surrounded in controversy and conjecture. It is also paradoxically one of the least known contributors in the history of photography. This exhibition will act as an educational piece for students and community members who are not familiar with its historical significance and the role it plays in contemporary documentary photography. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2570. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Sep 16, 2010 -
Nov 07, 2010
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Detour Art
Outsider, Folk Art, and Visionary Environments Coast to Coast Over 90 works by visionaries, untrained artists, and folk creators found along the back roads of America, from the collection of Kelly Ludwig. The exhibition honors the creative spirit of artists working outside of the mainstream art world and sometimes well off the beaten paths, and is an informative introduction to contemporary American folk art. includes the art of Thornton Dial, Mose Tolliver, Howard Finster, Minnie Adkins, and James Harold Jennings. Also showcased are photographs of folk art environments such as S.P. Dinsmoor’s “The Garden of Eden,” Leonard Knight’s “Salvation Mountain,” and Simon Rodia’s “Watts Tower” in Los Angeles. Museum admission is $5 (free admission on Thursday.) The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2570. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 07, 2010 -
Nov 30, 2010
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Collector's Corner: Model Steam Engines
"Model Steam Engines" Model Steam Engines are on display in the Collector’s Corner at the Lakeshore Museum Center. Allan Dake is sharing a variety of model steam engines with Museum visitors including a Corliss Valve Steam Engine. A working Corliss Steam Engine can be seen at the Muskegon Heritage Museum where Allan is the Director. The Museum is located at 430 W. Clay Avenue at Fourth Street. Always free admission. Museum hours are weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends from Noon to 4:00 p.m. For more information, 231-722-0278. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
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Jan 28, 2010 -
Dec 31, 2010
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You Should See This Exhibit
Join the Lakeshore Museum Center to see over 30 unique items from their collection on display in this new exhibit. Community members and staff chose their favorites and this eclectic exhibit is full of Muskegon County history. Over 30 unique artifacts were selected from our extensive collection by museum friends and staff members. Find out what's on display, why the artifacts caught the participant's eyes and the history of the items included in the exhibit. Julia Hackley's dress from 1890 is on display along with a 1938 Sleigh, Frauenthal Theatre spot light, the Occidental Hotel switchboard and much more. The exhibit will be on display through 2010. The Museum is located at 430 W. Clay Avenue at Fourth Street. Always free admission. Museum hours are weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends from Noon to 4:00 p.m. For more information, 231-722-0278. www.lakeshoremuseum.org
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