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July 2008
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Jul 01, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents REO Speedwagon and Blue Oyster Cult
One of the most popular classic rock bands returns to grace the stage of Summer Celebration, REO Speedwagon. After appearing in 1995 to Summer Celebrations' first sold out show and them again in 2001. With 17 albums under their belt including their latest 2007 offering, Find Your Own Way Home, REO Speedwagon has charted over 25 singles as well including number ones "Keep On Loving You," and "Can't Fight This Feeling" along with other charted hits "Take It on the Run," "That Ain't Love," "Keep the Fire Burning," "In My Dreams," "One Lonely Night," and "Ridin' The Storm Out." Blue Oyster Cult makes their Summer Celebration debut as the opener for REO Speedwagon. The group went through several name changes over the years. They struggled with their first three albums, but their fourth, Agents of Fortune, eventually went platinum and produced the hit "(Don't Fear) The Reaper." Other well know hits include "Take Me Away," "Shooting Shark," "Godzilla," and "Dancin' in the Ruins." Tickets are $31, $26 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 01, 2008
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Montague Band Shell Summer Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series, sponsored by the Arts Council of White Lake, brings you music on the shores of beautiful White Lake. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday evening at 7:30 from June - August. Jazz, folk, country, swing and international musicians will be featured. Tonight's featured performer will be The Michigran Army National Guard Band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available. The Band Shell is located next to the Montague Luanch Ramp at the south end of Water St. Admission is free and performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. In case of increment weather, the concerts will be held at the Montague High School Auditorium at 4900 Stanton Blvd. For more information, please call 231-893-2787. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 01, 2008
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Sand Sculpture at Pere Marquette
Join the fun of Summer Celebration at Pere Marquette Park. Sign up and create a masterpiece with Lake Michigan's Singing sand. Singles, Doubles, Triples & Group Competition. All ages and organizations welcome! All participants 5 and under are guaranteed winners. You can begin signing up at 10:00 am at Pere Marquette Beach. Final Judging begins at 3:30 pm. For more information call 231-722-6520 www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 01, 2008
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Blodgett Recital Series
This evenigns performance will feature David Jenson on trombone and Julie Welsh Miller on piano. Selections for this evenings selections include Sonata vox Gabrieli (Stephan Sulek), Concerto (Nino Rota), Meditation from Thais (Jules Massenet, arr. Scott Hartma), Trombonology (Tommy Dorsey, arr. Bob Elkjer), and Mosquito Dance-for Trombone and Electronics (David Jensen). The concert will be at the Blodgett Recital Hall starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796 www.bluelake.org
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Jul 01, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 01, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
Hear a story and make a fun picture frame.
10:30 am - North Muskegon Walker Branch 1522 Ruddiman (N. Muskegon) 231-744-6080
1:00 pm - Muskegon Heights Branch 2808 Sanford Street (Muskegon Heights) 231-739-6075
3:00 pm - Ravenna Branch Library 12278 Stafford (Ravenna) 231-853-6975 www.madl.org
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Jul 02, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
Hear a story & make a fun picture frame.
10:30 am - Egleston Branch Library 5428 E. Apple Ave (Muskegon) 231-788-6477
1:00 pm - Fruitport Branch Library Park & Third Street (Fruitport) 231-865-3461
3:00 pm - Norton Shores Jacob O. Funkhouser Branch 705 Seminole Road (Norton Shores) 231-780-8844 www.madl.org
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Jul 02, 2008
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Blodgett Recital Series
This evenings performance will feature Dr. Danilo Mezzadri on flute and Dr. Elizabeth Moak on piano. Selections for the performance include Sonata for flute and piano -2005 (Janube Tejera), Lithograph - 2007 (Ricardo Tacuchian b. 1939), As a flower and its butterfly: Symbiosis - 2004 (Marcio Steuernagel), To journey through a full-moon lit dawn -1995 (Maurico Dottori b. 1960), Mosaic - 2004 (Paulo Dantas), Sonata for Flute and Piano - 2001 (Andre Mehmari b. 1977). The concert will be at the Blodgett Recital Hall starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 02, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
Keep Cool Festival. The fun begins at 11:00 am. Fun activities to help kids beat the July heat. Projects include inventing (and testing) your own "South Seas Soda", super cooling fan crafts, a Hula Hoop contest, the Coconut Walk game, and tropical cookie decoration. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Jul 02, 2008
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Country Fresh Senior Social
There's something for everyone at Muskegon's Summer Celebration! Can you think of a better way to spend an afternoon - fresh air, great music, dancing, good company, a fun picnic lunch, and for those of us who love our sweets - ice cream with toppings! Come out to Hackley Park and enjoy a relaxing afternoon. Everything is only $1 and just for seniors. We've got lots of picnic tables for seating, but plan to bring your own lawn chairs just to be sure to get a good seat. We'll plan to see you there! For more information, please call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 02, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents Bucky Covington and Montgomery Gentry
Country Music super duo returns to Summer Celebration to keep the party rocking. Eddi Montgomery and Troy Gentry have gained millions of fans across the country and beyond. There music includes "Lonely and Gone," "She Couldn't Change Me,", "My Town," "Hell Yeah," "If You Ever Stop Loving Me," "Something to Be Proud of," and "Lucky Man". This high energy show will surely entertain country and rock fans alike. Tickets are $33, $28 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 03, 2008
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Blue Lake Staff Band
This evening the Blue Lake Staff Band takes the stage with conductor Kent Krive. Tonights performance features Proclamations (Thom Ritter George), Varaiations on America (Charles Ives, arr. Schuman/Rhoads), American Salute (Morton Gould), Five Miniatures (Joaquin Turina, arr. John Krance), Toccata and Fugue in D Minor (Johann Sebastian Bach, arr. Eric Leidzen) Hail to the Spirit of Liberty (John Philip Sousa, ed. Donald Hunsberger), and Variations on a Mediaeval Tune (Norman Dello Joio). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 03, 2008
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Women's Auxiliary Luncheon
Cindy Easley is nationally known speaker with the Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference. The luncheon is at 12:00 pm (noon) and the cost is $15 per person. Maranatha is located at 4759 Lake Harbor Road in Muskegon. The concert begins at 7:00 pm and admission is free. For more information call 231-798-2161. www.vacationwithpurpose.org
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Jul 03, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents Finger Eleven and Seether
Seether returns to Summer Celebration Hailing from South Africa, Seether landed a spot on Ozzfest in 2002. Their songs include "Fake It," Remedy," "Broken," "The Gift," "Truth," and their latest climbing singe, "Rise Above This." Opening for them will be Finger Eleven. An alternative metal band formed in Burlington, Ontario. Their songs include "One Thing," and "Paralyzer". After recently winning a Juno award for the Best Album of the Year, Finger Eleven seems poised to reach the big time. Tickets are $31, $26 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 04, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Steve Hydonus & Kimon Kotos- percussion, harmonica, congo's, mandolin along with acoustic and vocals, original tunes. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 04, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents Staind and Hinder
Summer Celebration will debut tow of today's more popular rock acts, Staind and Hinder. Staind got together in New England in the mid-nineties, but caught their break in 1997 when they opened for Limp Bizkiet. Their songs include "It's Been a While," "Fade," "For You," "Epiphany," "So Far Away," and "Right Here". Opening for Staind is a relative new-comer, Hinder. Formed in Oklahoma City in the early 2000's, Hinder released their own independent album. Songs include "Lips of An Angel" and "Better Than Me" Following Staind and Hinder will be the spectacular July 4th fireworks over Muskegon Lake. Tickets are $37, $32 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 04, 2008
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White Lake Parade & Fireworks
Over 100 units will be involved in this family fun, annual parade. It will run from Whitehall City Hall to Montague City Hall and begin at 10:00 a.m. The fireworks will be at the north end of White Lake beginning at dusk. For more information, contact the White Lake Chamber of Commerce at 800-879-9702. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 04, 2008
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Fourth Of July Fireworks
The skies over Heritage Landing will light up with one of the best fireworks displays in West Michigan! The fireworks will begin at approximately 10:20 p.m. Guests will be admitted into Heritage Landing free of charge following the concert as capacity allows. For more information, call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 05, 2008
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Blue Lake Festival Orchestra
The Blue Lake Festival Orchestra takes the stage under the direction of Dr. James Niblock featuring Dr. Danilo Mezzadri on Flute. This performance will also be broadcasted live. The evening will feature selections from Three Cantos for Orchestra (James Niblock), Fantasie for flute and strings featuring Danilo Mezzadri on flute (Gabriel Faure), and Symphony No. 6 (Dinos Constantinides). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 05, 2008
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Suped - Up Saturday
Hot Rod's Suped up Saturday will feature music and food from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Hot Rod Harley Davidson is located at 149 Shoreline Dr. For more information call 231-722-3653 www.hotrodhd.com
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Jul 05, 2008
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Demo Derby / Off Road Scramble
Come out and enjoy the fun of racing. Gates open at 4:00 pm and Racing starts at 7:00 pm. Fireworks. Admission is $12 for adults, $25 for pit passes, $7 for seniors, kids 6-12 are $3 and kids 5 and under are free. Season passes are $175 for adults and $425 for pit passes.
For more information call 231-719-0326 www.winstonmotorspeedway.com
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Jul 05, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents Switchfoot and Sister Hazel
Formed in 1996 in San Diego, Switchfoot is actually a surfing term. Their debut album, The Legend of Chin, was followed by New Way to Be Human in 1999 with its title track winning a Dove Award for Song of the Year. Their songs include "Dare You to Move", and "Meant to Love". The album The Beautiful Letdown, was number one on Billboards' Christian Album chart and number 16 on the Top 200. Two more albums have been releases since then producing hits, "Stars," and "Oh! Gravity." Opening for Switchfoot will be acoustic pop act, Sister Hazel. Their first major album, Somewhere More Familiar, was released in 1997 and produced the mega-hit "All For You." They followed up with their 2000 effort, Fortress, which produced another smash singer, "Change Your Mind" Tickets are $31, $26 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 05, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 05, 2008
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Harbor Hospice Chronicle Regatta
The Harbor Hospice Chronicle Regatta will be held at the Muskegon Yacht Club beginning at 1:00 pm. The Muskegon Chronicle co-sponsoring this race to benefit Harbor Hospice. Notice of Race, Entry From and Soiling Instructions are available on the Muskegon Yacht Club webpage www.muskegonyachtclub.org under the racing header. Please plan to join us after the race from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm for an Awards Picnic. Everyone is welcome, cost is $7.00 per person. For more information on this event call Susan at 231-728-3442 www.harborhospicemi.org
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Jul 05, 2008
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Muskegon Astronomical Society Open House
Join the MAS in watching the night sky. The open house of the M.A.S Observatory begins at 8:00 pm. The Observatory is located in the Muskegon Wastewater Complex. (Apple Ave to Maple Island Road - tun left. Go 2.1 miles on Maple Island Road. Enter the complex and head east 2.1 miles - 1 mile past the offices of the wastewater complex. For more information call 231-788-0666. www.stargazing.net/mas
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Jul 05, 2008
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Theater for the Thirsty
The laughter continues with Theater for the Thirsty. Back By Popular Demand! Theater for the Thirsty is a two-person theater company specializing in entertaining, music-infused, funny, thought-provoking, soul stirring and imaginative theater. They have been creating and performing orgianl works professionally for over twelve years. Maranatha is located at 4759 Lake Harbor Road in Muskegon. The concert begins at 7:00 pm and admission is free. For more information call 231-798-2161. www.vacationwithpurpose.org
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Jul 05, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Anisa Hayes - folk, easy listening, original and cover. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 06, 2008
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Grand Finale Fireworks
Muskegon Summer Celebration closes the 11-day festival with a spectacular fireworks display over Heritage Landing. Guests will be admitted into Heritage Landing free of charge following the concert as capacity allows. For more information, call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 06, 2008
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Summer Celebration Presents Sammy Hagar
Summer Celebration ends with a bang with Sammy Hagar. This will be his debut at the Big Party. He began his career as a member of Montrose back in 1973 and went solo ins 1976. His songs include "I Can't Drive 55," "Give to Live," "Mas Tequila," "Little White Lie," "Your Color is Driving Me Crazy," "Winner Takes All," and "Marching to Mars". Tickets are $35, $30 for 13 and up and $10 for 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free. Sappi 11-day passes will be available beginning May 16th. New seating options begin this year. Tickets can be purchased at any Star Tickets PLUS outlet 1-800-585-3737. www.summercelebration.com
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Jun 26, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Summer Celebration
Join in Muskegon 11 day party. The events for these two weeks include concerts and a carnival at Heritage Landing, beach activities, arts and craft fair, parade, and much more. New this year is happy hour, where alcoholic drinks are $1.00 off between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Also new this year are insulated, plastic 24-ounce beverage mugs for $8 apiece in which patrons can fill it with beer for $5. Finally, the first 3,000 people through the ocncert gate will receive raffle tickets to participate in the $1,000 raffle each night. Also look out for more information on the new Battle of the BBQ. For more information call 231-722-6520. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 04, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Meijer Art In The Park
Nestled in historic Hackley Park in downtown Muskegon, this event draws approximately 180,000 patrons over the three day event. Now in its 48th year, this annual event has over 160 juried artisans showcasing their unique talents. It will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 04, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Huntington Bank Bistro
Take a break from the arts or sit under the umbrellas and sample a variety of Michigan Wines and specialty beers. This event will take place during Muskegon's Summer Celebration. It will take place on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information, please call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 03, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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The Fantasticks
Opening the Howmet Playhouses' Summer Season is The Fantasticks by Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones. The Festival Players an the Muskegon Community College's Overbrook Theatre present the world's longest running musical. This light, romantic musical tells the story of two fathers who put up a wall between their houses to ensure that their children fall in love and includes wonderful songs like "Try to Remember." Directed by Sheila Kulp Wahamaki ("Sylvia", and "Escanaba in Da Moonlight"). The show is at 7:30 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 3:00 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $14 for an adult and $10 for students. The Howmet Playhouse offers season tickets for all of their summer plays - Season tickets are $140 for adults and $100 for students and include The Fantasticks, Complete Works (Abridged), As You Like It/Richard III, Star Spangled Girl, The Foreigner, and Jungle Book. The Howmet Playhouse is located at 304 South Mears Avenue in Whitehall, MI. For more information or tickets call 231-894-4048 or 231-894-2540 after 6/23. www.howmetplayhouse.org
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Jul 04, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Comerica Village Craft Market
Enjoy strolling the streets of historic downtown Muskegon for that special hand crafted item during Muskegon's Summer Celebration! Now in it's 48th year, over 180 exhibitors will join us with their original handcrafted wares. The Comerica Village Craft Market is located in downtown Muskegon around Clay Ave., 4th St., 6th St., and Western Ave. You'll find just what you're looking for! It will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call 231-722-6520 or visit the website. www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 04, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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ADAC Automotive Michigan Marketplace
Get your taste buds going! ADAC Michigan Marketplace brings you a wide variety of "homemade" foods ready for you to take home. Everything from specialty spices to the best fudge you've ever had will be featured. This event is in conjunction with the Summer Celebration. It will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on the 4th and 5th, and from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on the 6th. For more information, please visit the Summer Celebration website or call 231-722-6520. www.summercelebration.com
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Jun 26, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Show-Me Safari Swine Racers
Come to the Summer Celebration Midway and cheer on your favorite pig to the finish line. These 3 species of "ham" race around the track for a special treat. Children of all ages are entertained by this international world racing teams. Race Schedule:
June 26th 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm Main Stage
June 28th 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:00 pm Midway
June 27th, June 29th to July 6th 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:00 pm Midway
For more information call 231-722-6520 www.summercelebration.com
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Jun 26, 2008 -
Jul 06, 2008
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Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo
Love animals! Come to the Summer Celebration Midway and you can get up close and personal with a wide range of unique animals. Everything from a 150 year old Tortoise to zebras and kangaroos. The Petting Zoo opens at 5:30 pm on June 26th and 12:00 pm (noon) the rest of the days. For more information call 231-722-6520 www.summercelebration.com
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Jul 07, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
Juggle Bug Comedy Show. Entertainer Joel Tacey presents dazzling juggling, wacky stunts, and big surprises. His laugh-out-loud show includes music, magic and plenty of audience participation. Fun for all ages at 7:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Jul 08, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 08, 2008
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McGraft Park Concert
Enjoy the open-air amphitheater for a night of music. Tonight's performance is by Don Waarner Orchestra (Big Band). The concert begins at 7:00 pm at McGraft Park at Glen and Wickham Streets. The event is sponsored by the Muskegon Leisure Services Department. Incase of rain, it will more inside the park building. For more information call 231-724-6704
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Jul 08, 2008
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Montague Band Shell Summer Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series, sponsored by the Arts Council of White Lake, brings you music on the shores of beautiful White Lake. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday evening at 7:30 from June - August. Jazz, folk, country, swing and international musicians will be featured. Tonight's featured performer will be The Scottville Clown Band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available. The Band Shell is located next to the Montague Launch Ramp at the south end of Water St. Admission is free and performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. In case of increment weather, the concerts will be held at the Montague High School Auditorium at 4900 Stanton Blvd. For more information, please call 231-893-2787. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 09, 2008
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Clay Avenue Cellars Wine Tasting
Join the Clay Avenue Cellars for a chance to sample some of the local wines of Muskegon and Michigan. The Wine tasting is from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m and is free. Clay Avenue Cellars is located at 611 W Clay Ave in Downtown Muskegon. Dates for the wine tastings are as follows: May 10th, June 14th, July 19th, and August 9th. Open tastings are also available during Summer Celebration & Bike Time, and also by appointment for groups of 8 or more. For more information call 231-722-3108. www.clayavenuecellars.com
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Jul 10, 2008
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Sunlight in a Paintbrush " Curator's Summer Lecture"
Learn more about American Impressionism with Jane Connell, the MMA's Director of Collections and Exhibitions/Senior Curator and organizer of the museum's "Sunlight in a Paintbrush" exhibition. Ms. Connell will present "The Making of Sunlight and a Paintbrush" lectures covering the background and content of the exhibition. The tour will begin at 6:00 pm. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 269 W. Webster Ave in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2570. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 10, 2008
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Brown Bag Film Series
Join the Muskegon Museum of Art for the film "A Century of Light: The Story of the Florence Griswold Museum". Viewers will enjoy this living record of the art and history of Lyme Colony, an artists' haven founded and ran by Florence Griswold, of Old Lyme, Connecticut. After her father, a sea captain, passed away, Florence opened the family mansion to area artists and it became one of the first American Impressionists art colonies. You bring your lunch, we provide the cookies and coffee. The film begins at 12:15 pm with a running time of 15 minutes. For more information call 231-720-2570 www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 10, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
Outdoor Storytime "Boats and Books" Hear stories about boats, sailors, and mermaids. After the stories visit a real boat, the research vessel WG Jackson, at the Annis Water Resources Institute. Grownups must accompany children and provide transportation. Stories at the Library start at 2:00 pm, Jackson Tour, 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm. (The Jackson is 7 blocks from the Library at 7th St and Shoreline Drive) This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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Jul 11, 2008
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Sunlight in a Paintbrush Curator's Summer Lecture
Learn more about American Impressionism with Jane Connell, the MMA's Director of Collections and Exhibitions/Senior Curator and organizer of the museum's "Sunlight in a Paintbrush" exhibition. Ms. Connell will present "The Making of Sunlight and a Paintbrush", lectures covering the background and content of the exhibition. The lecture will be at 6:00 pm. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2574 www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 11, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Riley Hughes - pop/folk with guitar and vocals. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 11, 2008
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Parties in the Park
Come out for this annual tradition in Hackley Park. Tonight the music is Groove Solution (formerly "Delicious") and the Non-profit Sponsor's the Muskegon Civic Theater. There will be food and drinks as well as a kids area. Bring the whole family out for an evening of music. Hackley Park is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corners of 3rd and 4th Street. The event runs from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm. For more information call 231-725-6333 www.partiesinthepark.com
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Jul 11, 2008
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LST 393 Movie on Deck
Join the LST 393 for this annual tradition. The movie of the evening will be Double Indemnity. Double Indemnity (1944) is director Billy Wilder's classic film noir masterpiece - a cynical, witty, and sleazy thriller about adultery, corruption and murder. The urgently-told, highly-stylized story was Wilder's third film after The Major and the Minor (1942) and Five Graves to Cairo (1943). Wilder effectively used locales in the greater Los Angeles area: the Glendale train station, the Hollywood Bowl, 'Jerry's Market,' a night-time downtown office building, a Spanish-style house on Quebec St., the protagonist's apartment at the Chateau Marmont, etc. The movie starts at dusk. Concessions will be available on deck. Donations appreciated. The LST 393 is located at 560 Mart in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-730-1477. www.lst393.org
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Jul 11, 2008
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Blue Lake Faculty Showcase
Chamber music and solos will be presented by the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp Faculty. Their program wil be announced from the stage. Performers include Faculty Woodwind Quintet (Leonard Garrison, flute; Katherine Young, oboe; J.D. Parr, clarinet; James Jeter, basson; Allen French, horn Jonathan Sokasis, piano), Faculty Brass Quintet (Gary Mortenson, trumpet; Joe Montelione, trumpet; Brent Shires, horn; Eileen Meyer Russell, trombone, Glen Dimick, tuba), Faculty String Quartet (Anna Cromwell, violin; Krisitn Mortenson, violin, Jong-Goo Kim, viola; Mira Frisch, cello), Faculty Jazz Sextet, Kurt Gartner, percussion, Eileen Meyer Russell, euphonium; Nancy Vogt, euphonium, Barbara Witham McCargar, soprano, Amy Grinstiner, piano, and Tod Leavitt, string bass. The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 12, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Lou Thumser - original and cover, folk, pop, alternative country. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 12, 2008
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Grand Rapids Syphony Orchestra at Blue Lake
The Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra will take the stage under the direction of John Varineau (Wege Foundation Chair) in a Live Broadcast from Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. Selections for the evening include works inspired by Shakespeare, Overture to Oberon (Carl Maria von Weber), Overture to The Merry Wives of Windsor (Otto Nicolai), Incidental Music to Hamlet (Dmitri Shostakovich) and Overture to Othello (Antonin Dvorak). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 12, 2008
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Summer Starlight Gala
This event is through the Arts Council of White Lake. Information will be posted when it becomes available. ACWL 231-893-2524 www.artscouncilofwhitelake.org
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Jul 12, 2008
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Bits & Pieces Super Saturday
Explore "bits and pieces" of the MMA's permanent collection; make art with "bits and pieces", and watch a film to learn how you can use creative "bits and pieces" to inspire your art.
10:00 am and 1:00 pm - Film "I Can Fly: Kids and Creativity", run time is 28 minutes Explore the 'bits and pieces" that make up the creative potter, and dance.
11:00 am to 2:00 pm Make & Take - Make a colorful collage with "bits and pieces" of tissue paper.
10:00 am to 1:00 pm Guided Exhibition Tour - Explore MMAsterpieces, works from the MMA's permanent collection, with MMA docent Joyce Jack-Hughes.
This event is free and open to the public.
The film is at the Muskegon Museum of Art located at 269 W. Webster Ave in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2570. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 12, 2008
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Alex Zsolt
The entertainment continues at Maranatha with Alex Zsolt. Music that ministers! Alex Zsolt has a passion to present music that is pure inspiration! With his God - given talent, Alex presents music that touches the hear of people of all ages. After eight years in music ministry and with over 400 church visit across America, many are calling Alex Zsolt 'America's New Gospel Pianist'. Maranatha is located at 4759 Lake Harbor Road in Muskegon. The concert begins at 7:00 pm and admission is free. For more information call 231-798-2161. www.vacationwithpurpose.org
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Jul 12, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 12, 2008
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Suped - Up Saturday
Hot Rod's Suped up Saturday will feature music and food from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Hot Rod Harley Davidson is located at 149 Shoreline Dr. For more information call 231-722-3653 www.hotrodhd.com
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Jul 13, 2008
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Picnic Pops Concert
Join the Arts Council of White Lake for this fun event. Bring your picnic baskets and enjoy great music on the edge of White Lake, while the kids have fun playing! The event begins at 2:00 pm at Goodrich Park in Whitehall. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 231-893-2524 www.artscouncilofwhitelake.org
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Jul 10, 2008 -
Jul 13, 2008
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
The Howmet Playhouses' season continues with this play by Adam Long, Daniel Singer & Jess Winfield. A widely funny romp through all 37 of the Bard's plays in one evening! Our most requested play returns to the playhouse stage with festival players Jeremy Meier and Brandon Zale, directed by Kevin Wurz. If you like Monty Python and love (or hate!) Shakespeare, this is the show for you. Not for the faint of heart or those with motion sickness. Can they do it all in 90 minutes? Join us and see. The show is at 7:30 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 3:00 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $14 for an adult and $10 for students. The Howmet Playhouse offers season tickets for all of their summer plays - Season tickets are $140 for adults and $100 for students and include The Fantasticks, Complete Works (Abridged), As You Like It/Richard III, Star Spangled Girl, The Foreigner, and Jungle Book. The Howmet Playhouse is located at 304 South Mears Avenue in Whitehall, MI. For more information or tickets call 231-894-4048 or 231-894-2540 after 6/23. www.howmetplayhouse.org
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Jul 13, 2008
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Blodgett Recital Series
Tonight's concert features Barbara Witham McCargar singing soprano and Amy Grinsteiner on piano. Selections for this evening include Music for Awhile from Oedipus (Henry Purcell), I am Rose (Ned Rorem), O You Whom I Often and Silently Come, Memory, Early in the Mroning, Recitatif and Air from Esther (Elisabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre), Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, No. 1-8 (Johann Sebastian Bach), Berceuse, Op. 57 (Frederic Chopin), Piano Variations 1930 (Aaron Copland), I. Aria from bachianas Brasileras No. 5 (Hector Villa-Lobos), Air Champetre From Airs Chantes (Francis Poulenc), My Sister's New Red Hat (Ricky Ian Gordon), How Could I Ever Know from Secret Garden (Lucy Simon), He's Got the Whole World in His Hands (African American Spiritual, arr. Margaret Bonds). The concert will be at the Blodgett Hall starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 13, 2008
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Blue Lake Festival Band
The Blue Lake Festival Band will take the stage under the direction of Donald Flickinger in a Live broadcast from Blue Lake. This evenings selections include Suite of Old American Dances (Robert Russell Bennett), Three Dances of Enchantment (Luigi Zaninelli), La Boutique Fantasque (Gioachino Rossini-Ottorino Respighi, arr. Dan Godfrey), Jazz Suite No.2 Lyric Waltz (Dmitri Shostakovich, arr. Johan De Meij), three Japanese Dances (Bernard Rogers). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 14, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
"The Yarnspinners" Hear stories from around the world, presented by the Yarnspinners, Muskegon's favorite storytelling troupe. This year's tales include The Enormous Turnip, My Little Sister Ate One Hare and other delights. The stories begin at 11:00 am. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibary.org
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Jul 14, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
Hear a story and make an awesome wrist band.
10:30 am - Dalton Branch Library 3175 Fifth Street (Twin Lake) 231-828-4188
1:00 pm - Holton Branch Library 8776 Holton Duck Lake Road (Holton) 231-821-0268
3:00 pm - Montague Branch Library 8778 Ferry Street (Montague) 231-893-2675 www.madl.org
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Jul 15, 2008
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McGraft Park Concert
Enjoy the open-air amphitheater for a night of music. Tonight's performance is by the West Michigan Concert Winds - Sailing into Summer (concert band, classics, pops). The concert begins at 7:00 pm at McGraft Park at Glen and Wickham Streets. The event is sponsored by the Muskegon Leisure Services Department. Incase of rain, it will more inside the park building. For more information call 231-724-6704
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Jul 15, 2008
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Blodgett Recital Series
The series continues with Dr. Michael Lippard on clarinet and Ramon Catalan on piano. Tonights selections inlcude Five Bagatelles (Gerald Finzi 1901-1956), Habenera (Maurice Ravel 1875-1937), Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 ( Heitor Villa - Lobos 1887-1959), Clarinet Sonata in E-Flat Major, op. 120 no. 2 (Johannes Brahms 1833-1897). The concert will be at the Blodgett Hall starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 15, 2008
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Montague Band Shell Summer Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series, sponsored by the Arts Council of White Lake, brings you music on the shores of beautiful White Lake. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday evening at 7:30 from June - August. Jazz, folk, country, swing and international musicians will be featured. Tonight's featured performer will be Voices Of Freedom. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available. The Band Shell is located next to the Montague Luanch Ramp at the south end of Water St. Admission is free and performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. In case of increment weather, the concerts will be held at the Montague High School Auditorium at 4900 Stanton Blvd. For more information, please call 231-893-2787. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 15, 2008
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International Choir
This is the Homecoming Concert for the International Choir under the direction of Mark Webb and will be broadcast live. Program to be selected from the following: Praise His Holy Name (Keith Hampton), Steal Away (Joseph Jennings), Esto Les Digo (Kinley Lange), Go Where I Send Thee (Caldwell/Ivory), Swingin With the Saints (Mark Hayes), Let There Be Rest (Frank Ticheli), O Nata Lux (Morten Lauridsen), Voice Dance (Greg Jasperse), Worthy To Be Praised (Byron J. Smith), You Raise Me Up (Josh Groban/Ed Lojeski), Loch Lomond (Jonathan Quick), O Schone Nact (Johannes Brahms), The Gift to Be Simple (Bob Chilcott), Take Five (Dave & Iola Brubeck/Kirby Shaw), Fly Me To The Moon (Howard/Shaw), Hold On! (Eugene Thamon Simpson), Oh, Shenandoah (arr. Alf Houkom), The Lord Bless You and Keep You (Peter C. Lutkin), Hand In Hand (Dawn Rodgers & Tricia Walker, arr, Kirby Shaw), Michigan Morn (H. Owen Reed), Down To The River To Pray ( arr. Mark Webb), I Can See Clearly (arr. Mark Webb), Mayberry Rascal Flatts (arr. Mark Webb), Every Time We Say Goodbye (arr. Mark Webb), When I Fall In Love (arr. Mark Webb). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Admission is Free. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 15, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
Hear a story & make an awesome writst band.
10:30 am - North Muskegon Walker Branch 1522 Ruddiman (N. Muskegon) 231-744-6080
1:00 pm - Muskegon Heights Branch 2808 Sanford Street (Muskegon Heights) 231-739-6075
3:00 pm - Ravenna Branch Library 12278 Stafford (Ravenna) 231-853-6975 www.madl.org
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Jul 15, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 16, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
Hear a story and make an awesome wrist band.
10:30 am - Egleston Branch Library 5428 E. Apple Ave (Muskegon) 231-788-6477
1:00 pm - Fruitport Branch Library Park & Third Street (Fruitport) 231-865-3461
3:00 pm - Norton Shores Jacob O. Funkhouser Branch 705 Seminole Road (Norton Shores) 231-780-8844 www.madl.org
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Jul 16, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackle Library
Z's Kids Club Traveling Animal Show. John Ball Zoo's Mobile Zoo brings live animals to the Library. To match our Reading Bug theme, critters will include a scorpion, tarantula, or other many-legged wonder. Zoo docents lead the program and let kids see the animals close up. The fun begins at 2:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibary.org
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Jul 14, 2008 -
Jul 16, 2008
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White-line Woodcut
Learn how to create a colorful white-line wool block print. Inspired by a group of artists from the early 1900's, the unique invention became know as the "Provincetown Print" Create your own design, transfer it onto a single block, carve it into the block to separate the shapes, paint the block with vibrant water based colors, and then transfer the design to paper to create a luminous white-line wood block print. The class will be from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. The fee is $75 ($25 materials, $50 instructional fee). Register by July 7. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2574 www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 17, 2008
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Walker Park Concert
Join the fun in a free outdoor concert at Walker Park. The Concert is from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The park is located off Ruddiman Avenue in North Muskegon. Tonight's concert featuresNightfall. For more information call 231-744-1621
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Jul 17, 2008
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International Jazz Ensemble
Join in the Homecoming Concert for the International Jazz Ensemble under the direction of James Olcott for the 26th Annual Blue Lake Jazz Festival. This will be a live broadcast. Program to be selected from the following: A Little Reverb (Bob Lowdon), Alright, Okay, You Win (Sammy Nestico), Bye, Bye Blackbird (arr. Tom Kubis), Doodle Ooodle (Bill Byers), Fun Time (Sammy Nestico), Get Up and Go (Sammy Nestico), In The Mood (Glenn Miller), Jazz Police (Gordon Goodwin), Makin Whoopie (arr. Vaughn Wiester), Rhythm 'n News (Andy Classen), Say What? (Lennie Niehaus), Sousa Sings (Bob Lowdon), Splanky (arr. Dave Barduhn), That's All Right! (John Fedchock), Vax Attack (Lennie Niehaus), Where or When (arr. Vaughn Wiester). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Admission is Free. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 17, 2008
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Domkantorei St. Martin
The Domkantorei St. Martin was found in January 1987 as a mixed choir. The 90 members, youths and adults, sing in the Cathedral services on Sundays once a month and on holidays. In the summer of 2007, the Domkantorei St. Martin combined with the Blue Lake International Orchestra to present the Festival Mass in E-flat by Ludolph Arens in the Mainzerdom (or Mainz Cathedral). The a cappella repertory includes masses and motets of the 16th to the 20th century. The Domkantorei was founded by its conductor, Prof. Mathias Breitschaft. Programs will be announced from the stage. The concert will be at the Gershwin Theater starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 18, 2008
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Blue Lake Staff Band
The Blue Lake Staff Band under the direction of Dr. Wesley Broadnax will performe a Live Broadcast. The program for the evening includes Smetana Fanfare (Karel Husa), Lincolnshire Posey (Percy Grainger/Fenell), Traeursinfonie (Richard Wagner/Leidzen), Morning Star (David Maslanka), and Florentiner March (Julius Fucik). The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 18, 2008
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Blodgett Recital Series
The series continues with Chris Hornung on double bass and Dr. Wan-Chin Chang on piano. The evenings selections include the following works Sonata in C Major (George Frederic Handel), Vocalise (Sergei Rachmaninoff), Widmung - Dedication (Robert Schumann, trans. Franz Lizst), Sonata for solo Double Bass (Otto Luening), Carnival (Robert Schumann), and Variations on a Theme by Rossini (Niccolo Paganini). The concert will be at the Blodgett Hall starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 18, 2008
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Parties in the Park
Come out for this annual tradition in Hackley Park. Tonight the music is 23 Degrees North and the Non-profit Sponsor's the West Shore Symphony Orchestra. There will be food and drinks as well as a kids area. Bring the whole family out for an evening of music. Hackley Park is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corners of 3rd and 4th Street. The event runs from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm. For more information call 231-725-6333 www.partiesinthepark.com
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Jul 18, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Caylana - alternative, progressive and folk, original and cover. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 19, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 19, 2008
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Celebrate White Lake
This is a family festival with an antique boat show, historical displays, and tours. It will take place at Goodrich Park on White Lake. This event is sponsored by the White Lake Historical Society. For more information, please call 231-893-0382. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Robert & Pam Adams and Paul Satre
Maranatha continues the summer of entertainment with Robert & Pam Adams and Paul Satre. Thrill to the artistry of Robert & Pam Adams with keyboardist Paul Satre. Enjoy an evening of great music from classical to gospel featuring flute, piano, organ, guitar and voice. Maranatha is located at 4759 Lake Harbor Road in Muskegon. The concert begins at 7:00 pm and admission is free. For more information call 231-798-2161. www.vacationwithpurpose.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Book Binding
Learn how to make multiple signature four - and six- needle Coptic books using a variation of the traditional Coptic sewing technique. The four-needle book used four separate needles to sew the pages and includes a unique cover attachment using the surprisingly simple technique of a folded flap. The six-needle variation employs different thread colors to ad to the artistic design. Paint a Tyvek cover for one of your books with acrylics in your own design. The class is from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm with a one hour lunch break. There is a fee of $125 ($75 materials, $59 instructional fee). Register by July 12. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2574 www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Motorcross Racing
Come out to the Muskegon County Fairgrounds to watch Motorcross Racing. Sign up starts at 3:00 pm, practice at 5:00 pm and the races begin at 7:00 pm. The fairgrounds are at 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd. For more information contact 231-924-5778. www.sjoproductions.com
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Jul 17, 2008 -
Jul 19, 2008
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Encore
The Howmet Playhouses' season continues with this play by Adam Long, Daniel Singer & Jess Winfield. A widely funny romp through all 37 of the Bard's plays in one evening! Our most requested play returns to the playhouse stage with festival players Jeremy Meier and Brandon Zale, directed by Kevin Wurz. If you like Monty Python and love (or hate!) Shakespeare, this is the show for you. Not for the faint of heart or those with motion sickness. Can they do it all in 90 minutes? Join us and see. The show is at 7:30 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $14 for an adult and $10 for students. The Howmet Playhouse offers season tickets for all of their summer plays - Season tickets are $140 for adults and $100 for students and include The Fantasticks, Complete Works (Abridged), As You Like It/Richard III, Star Spangled Girl, The Foreigner, and Jungle Book. The Howmet Playhouse is located at 304 South Mears Avenue in Whitehall, MI. For more information or tickets call 231-894-4048 or 231-894-2540 after 6/23. www.howmetplayhouse.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Blue Lake Festival Orchestra & Chorus with the Domkantorei St. Martin
Join the Blue Lake Festival Orchestra & Chorus with the Domkantorei St. Martin for a live broadcast from Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. The groups will be under the direction of Professor Mathias Breitschaft and Mark Webb, BLFAC Director of Choral Programs. Selections for this evening include Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 with Final Chorus on Schiller's Ode "To Joy" (Ludwig van Beethoven). Conducted by Professor Mathias Breitschaft - Susan Ruggiero, soprano, Patricia Roach, alto, Jeffrey Kitto, tenor and William Bokhout, baritone. The Chorus will include Domkantorei St. Martin (Prof. Mathias Breitschaft), Blue Lake Student Chamber Choir (Mark Webb), Blue Lake Staff Choir (Douglas Rose), Member of the Blue Lake Voice Faculty. The concert will be at the Stewart Shell (outdoor theater) starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Blue Lake is located at 300 E. Crystal Lake Road in Twin Lake. For more information call 231-894-1966 or 1-800-221-3796. www.bluelake.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Suped - Up Saturday
Hot Rod's Suped up Saturday will feature music and food from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Hot Rod Harley Davidson is located at 149 Shoreline Dr. For more information call 231-722-3653 www.hotrodhd.com
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Jul 19, 2008
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Cookoff on the LST 393
The LST-393 Preservation Association is looking for teams of cooks to participate in a chili cookoff to raise funds for the groups efforts at keeping the history of the ship docked downtown alive. The first LST 393 Chili Cooking Contest during "Bike Time". Registration is from 8:00 am - 10:00 am on cookoff day with food preparation to follow, 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Fires under the chili will be lit at 11:)1 am with judges starting their sampling at 2:00 pm. The winners will be announced at 3:30 pm. Volunteer Ron Fuller is looking for about 20 teams to participate. First place is $200 award with $100 going to the second place cooks and $50 to the third. Trophies will also be give. For more information or to enter a team call 231-719-9343. www.lst393.org
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Jul 19, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join this unique coffee house setting for some music. The evening performance will be Earl Hyde - original and cover, Big Band with a Jazzy Style. The music is form 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. in Montague. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 18, 2008 -
Jul 20, 2008
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Muskegon Bike Time
Come see Downtown Muskegon transformed into a bikers paradise. Events include concerts at Heritage Landing, food vendors, rides, hill climbs and much more. For more information call 231-727-8463. www.muskegonbiketime.com
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Jul 21, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
T-Shirt Painting - bring a clean white t-shirt (new or old) with you today.
10:30 am - Dalton Branch Library 3175 Fifth Street (Twin Lake) 231-828-4188
1:00 pm - Holton Branch Library 8776 Holton Duck Lake Road (Holton) 231-821-0268
3:00 pm - Montague Branch Library 8778 Ferry Street (Montague) 231-893-2675 www.madl.org
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Jul 21, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
Bug Catcher Workshop. Kids can catch, study and release outdoor bugs with these "scientific tools" they'll make at the workshop. Projects will include butterfly nets, an amazing Bug vacuum, and a nighttime Moth Lantern. Kids will be able to take all three projects home. The fun begins at 2:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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May 01, 2008 -
Jul 21, 2008
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MMAsterpieces
While the Impressionism exhibition "Sunlight in a Paintbrush" is installed in the Cannon, Operhall, and Cooper Galleries, many of the MMA's great masterpieces will be on display together in the Wiener Gallery. This selection includes: John Steuart Curry's "Tornado Over Kansas", Henry Ossawa Tanner's "Holy Family", Joos van Cleve's "Saint Jerome in Penitence", and Lucas Cranach's portraits, "Martin Luther as Knight of George" and "Katharina von Bora". Watch for the new, revised installation of works from the permanent collection coming to the Cannon, Operhall, and Cooper galleries I the fall, following the conclusion of the "Sunlight in a Paintbrush" exhibition. The Muskegon Museum of Art is located at 296 W. Webster Ave in Downtown Muskegon. For more information call 231-720-2574. www.muskegonartmuseum.org
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Jul 22, 2008
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Montague Band Shell Summer Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series, sponsored by the Arts Council of White Lake, brings you music on the shores of beautiful White Lake. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday evening at 7:30 from June - August. Jazz, folk, country, swing and international musicians will be featured. Tonight's featured performer will be Fat Cats. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available. The Band Shell is located next to the Montague Luanch Ramp at the south end of Water St. Admission is free and performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. In case of increment weather, the concerts will be held at the Montague High School Auditorium at 4900 Stanton Blvd. For more information, please call 231-893-2787. www.whitelake.org
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Jul 22, 2008
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Muskegon Area District Library "Catch the Reading Bug!"
T-shirt Painting - bring a clean white t-shirt (old or new) with you today.
10:30 am - North Muskegon Walker Branch 1522 Ruddiman (N. Muskegon) 231-744-6080
1:00 pm - Muskegon Heights Branch 2808 Sanford Street (Muskegon Heights) 231-739-6075
3:00 pm - Ravenna Branch Library 12278 Stafford (Ravenna) 231-853-6975 www.madl.org
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Jul 22, 2008
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McGraft Park Concert
Enjoy the open-air amphitheater for a night of music. Tonight's performance is by Rick Hicks Quintet (Jazz and blues). The concert begins at 7:00 pm at McGraft Park at Glen and Wickham Streets. The event is sponsored by the Muskegon Leisure Services Department. Incase of rain, it will more inside the park building. For more information call 231-724-6704
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Jul 22, 2008
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Book Nook & Java Shop Music
Join Richard Ballard, originally from the Lansing area, lives in our White Lake area for more than twenty years. Richard is full of enthusiasm and vocals! He is definitely one of the Book Nook & Java Shop favorites. His style is somewhat Caribbean and upbeat. You can hear Richard from 9 am to Noon. The Book Nook & Java Shop is located at 8726 Ferry St. Montague, MI. For more information call 231-894-5333. www.thebooknookjavashop.com
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Jul 23, 2008
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Summer Reading at Hackley Library
Pippin Puppets. Michigan's funniest puppet company presents "Welcome to Camp Living Room!" Spiders, bats, bears and other outdoor critters decide to hold summer camp right in the living room. Puppeteer Robert Papineau brings wacky fun and laughs for the whole family. The tale begins at 11:00 am. This event is free and open to the public. Hackley Public Library is located in Downtown Muskegon at the corner of Third and Webster. For more information call 231-722-7276. www.hackleylibrary.org
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