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*Spring Events of 2012*
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MARCH 2012
Oceana Center Grange Annual St. Patrick' Day Parade March 17th For more details call: 231-873-4459 April 2012 Opening Day of Silver Lake Park ORV Area April 1st at 9am dunes are open The only place in Michigan that you can drive, ride, or walk in the Sand Dunes For more detail call: 231-873-3083
4th Annual Oceana Jazz Festival April 13th at 7pm Location: Shelby HS Auditorium Featuring the Hart, Shelby and Pentwater High School Jazz Bands and the Truth in Jazz Orchestra. Come see the homegrown talent of our student musicians playing alongside the professionals of the Truth in Jazz Orchestra. It will be a night to remember and enjoy for a great cause. All funds raised are a charitable contribution and will be used for student scholarships and community projects. Tickets: Adults: $8.00 Students (K-12): $6.00 Seniors over 59: $6.00 Immediate Family Rate: $20.00 Band Parents: $4.00 (half price) Tickets at the door or at any Shelby State Bank Branch.
Hosted and sponsored by the Shelby Rotary Club Assisted by the Shelby HS Learn and Serve Club
Would you like to be a sponsor for this event? Sponsorships opportunities available until 4/17/2012. Platinum - $250 Includes 6 reserved prime seat tickets Front-page business card program advertising Gold - $125 Includes 4 reserved prime seat tickets Back page business card program advertising Silver - $50 Includes 2 reserved prime seat tickets Program sponsor listing The goal of sponsorships is to cover the costs of the concert before we sell tickets. Our budget is $2200 including the band cost, advertising costs and printing costs. For more information contact Steven Lessen at 231-861-5150.
Gull Landing Women's Expo April 20th 4pm to 7pm Our Expo offers an opportunity for local businesses owned by and/or for women to display their products and services. Participants include: Make-up demonstrations, local artists, great deals on clothing and accessories, local crafts, and more. 100% Wine & Beer Tasting sales and 15% of booth sales benefits the new Women's Imaging Center at Memorial Medical Center in Ludington.
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29th Annual Oceana County Folk Fest
April 26th 9am to 3pm Location: Oceana County Fair Grounds in Hart Michigan
Open to everyone and is free of charge.
Provides the opportunity to stay in touch with the local heritage and learn about and share in Oceana County's diverse cultures. This is an excellent field trip opportunity and many schools should take advantage of this.
The festival is run by volenteers and includes activities such as:
Fly Fishing and Tying
Authentic Indian Teepee
Woodcarving
Petting Zoo
Road Kit Stew and much more
For more details contact the Oceana MSU Extension office at 231-873-2129 or
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Mask Project Ball: "A Magical Night" April 28th 6pm to Midnight Location: AM Gallery in Ludington Proceeds Benefit Hospice Music, dinner, dancing, beer/wine and silent auction will be included in the ticket price of $30 per person. The ball will feature a silent auction of items donated by area businesses and individuals. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Mask Project committee member Lexi at 231-480-4679 or by via This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Tickets are limited and for the past two years have sold out prior to the event, so early purchase is recommended. New this year: a bidding auction of an Amish Handcrafted quilt donated by Paula Estle of Ludington, valued at more than $800. The quilt can be viewed at the Ludington Public Library for the month of March and bids are accepted at the Library or by contacting Lexi. Reserve bid must be met, bids will be accepted until Friday April 27th at noon.
Semi-formal attire is suggested.
Proceeds benefit patient care needs in the local service area of Lake, Manistee, Mason, Oceana, and Benzie counties. Contact Person: Jean Taylor 231-845-3422
May 2012 Wine and Art Scholarship Benefit Sunday, May 20, 2012 | 2pm-5pm Tickets: $20 in advance or $25 day of Wine & Art lovers are invited to our Pentwater Women’s Club 6th Annual Wine & Art Scholarship Benefit. Enjoy 30 fine wines, over 50 delectable hors d’oeuvres, and a plethora of beautiful artworks and gifts from local businesses which will be on display for a Silent Auction. All proceeds support college scholarships for graduating seniors. Tickets are $20 and available in April 2012 from Durand Wine Company in Pentwater, Snyder Shoes in Ludington, and from Beverly Kelly at 231-869-2471. Tickets will be $25 at the door. Benefit sponsored by Shelby State Bank Presented by Pentwater Women’s Club.
4th-Friday-of-the-Month Gallery Stroll
Starts for the summer on May 25 at 6pm-9pm
Garden Club of Pentwater Annual Plant Sale May 26 at 9am-noon At Bell Park Bring the beautiful colors and fragrances of spring flowers home with you at Pentwater Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale. Stop by at Bell Park to select your favorites. Bell Park is located next to the Pentwater Village office. Contact Elaine Curtis at (231)869-8221 for more info.
28th Annual Memorial Weekend Amateur Salmon & Trout Fishing Derby May 26-28th Awards Ceremony: Monday at 2pm Calling all Fishermen! Men, Women, young and old. Come take part in the Pentwater Sportfishing Association 28th Annual Memorial Weekend Amateur Salmon & Trout Fishing Derby Over $3,500.00 in prizes. Categories included: Salmon ~ Lake Trout ~ Brown Trout ~ Steelhead. Registration: Friday, May 25th at 4:00pm till 8:00pm at Pentwater Municipal Marina (Early registration at Charlie’s Marina). Cost: $40. Join Pentwater Sportfishing Association for another $10 per individual or $15 for family. Contact Capt. Dave German at 616-889-4300 for more info. Sponsored by the Pentwater Sportfishing Association
Marine Corps League Pancake Breakfast May 27 at 8am-Noon At VFW Hall, all you can eat. Proceeds go to Marines helping Marines. We'll be serving panackes, sausage, eggs, bacon, fruit and coffee. It is all you can eat. Cost: Adults- $7, Children (5-12)- $3, Children under 5yrs eat for FREE
Memorial Day Parade May 28 at 10am Join us to pay tribute to our Veterans. Our Memorial Parade starts at First Street with line-up at 9:30am across the street from the Baptist Church. All Veterans, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts are encouraged to participate. The Pentwater Band marches in the parade and play in Services. Our first Service will be held at Municipal Marina, second at the Village Green and third at Pentwater Cemetery. The Pentwater Cemetery is located ½ mile north of downtown. Contact Nick Fekken at (231)869-5649 for more info. .
Start of Summer Weekend June 1-3
Chalk it Up in Pentwater
Our 2nd Annual Chalk-it-up in Pentwater on Hancock Street’s sidewalks is on Saturday at 8am to 3pm. Sunday at 5pm-8pm is our Start of Summer Party on Sunday in front of Village Hall. Hot dogs, beverages and tableware provided - Bring a dish to pass. Open to the public. Our theme: Maritime Magic June 2 at 9am-12 noon June 3 at 9am-12 noon (Rain Date) Start your summer off right with our 2nd Annual Chalk it up in Pentwater. Chalk artist draw on the sidewalks along Hancock Street between 1st and 5th Street. Join the chalk art contest or chalk it up for just fun! All ages and all skills may join in. Visit us and enjoy Pentwater, the arts, and atmosphere. Contest Winners: 1st Place is $200, 2nd Place is $125 and 3rd Place is $75 2011 Sponsors were: Grand Rental Station of Ludington, Art for Guys (Marilyn's Style), and Shoreline Properties of West Michigan – Roberta Williams Youth/Fun Winners: 1st Place for each age group is a certificate to Storybook Village Register for the contest for $20 a person or register for fun for $5 per youth. Check-in: 8am-9am. Register before June 1, 2011. Day of event registration is available, if we have room - Space is limited. Youth age groups are: 0-7, 8-11, and 12-15.
1st Annual West Coast Lighthouse Festival June 2 and 3, 2012 Live entertainment at all lights throughout the weekend, Maritime Magic theme artisan craft fair at the Ludington Arts Center, Workshops- photography, storytelling, children’s magic, yoga, etc.,“Start of Summer” Festival in Pentwater- June 2, 2012. CHALK IT UP- Maritime Magic theme for City Chalk Contest Continues Chalk Contest to the LSP Lighthouse Pathway!
Start of Summer Party
Sunday, June 3 at 5pm-8pm
Say "Hello" to Summer with your neighbors and friends at the Pentwater's "Start of Summer Party!" We shut down main street and set up picnic tables & grills and the fun begins. Hot dogs and beverages and
tableware provided. Bring a dish to pass. Everyone is Welcome!
Boating Safety Course June 14 & 15 8am to Noon All classes are located at the Pentwater Yacht Club To register or need more information call Dan VanZile at 231-869-4539 or Deputy Tim Simmon at 231-873-6771
National Asparagus Festival June 8-10 Come celebrate! Several activities daily in Hart and Shelby, Michigan. Parade in downtown Hart on Saturday. For more information call 231-873-2247
Pentwater Community Garage Sale
June 9, 2012 at 8am - 5pm Garage Sales throughout Pentwater area! This annual event creates summer deals and fun for all! Several home owners sell their items that may just turn into your treasures! The maps to all the garage sales will be available at the Pentwater Chamber on June 7th, Stop by and pick up your treasure map. Register your garage sale at Pentwater Chamber of Commerce by June 4th. The cost is $10 to be on the map.
Outdoor Safety Day June 16 at 1pm Sponsored by Pentwater Police Department. There will be 40 bike helmets and life jackets given away as part of the event. It will be held on the 100 block on 5th street.
Free Fishing Weekend
June 9 & 10 Come enjoy one of Michigan’s premiere outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for Free. All fishing license fees will be waived for two days! Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes’ waters for all species of fish. All fishing regulations will still apply. For details, contact Michigan DNR. So grab a pole, start a family tradition and fish in Pentwater Area Rivers, Pentwater Lake, and Lake Michigan.
Oceana County Historical Post Card Show June 16 at10am-2pm Downtown Mears at Old Town Hall Buy and sell post cards at Historical Park Transportation Museum. There are almost 3,000 Oceana County post cards available to look at. Reprints will be available for you to purchase. Meet at the Old Town Hall on Fox Road in downtown Mears for this event. Call for more info: 231-873-2600
Spring Fest Arts & Crafts Fair
June 16 & 17, 2012 Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 10am-3pm Location: Village Green, 321 S. Hancock Street, Pentwater, MI Experience the beauty of Spring and Summer at our annual Arts and Craft Festival. Over 130 vendors provide hand-made crafts, a special skill or art, a skilled trade or antiques on the Village Green. We’ll have live music on the Green. This is a weekend not to miss. To register as a vendor for the Arts & Craft Festival, contact Pentwater Chamber of Commerce at 231-869-4150. Spots available so contact us soon!
Summer Weekly Repeats
4th-Friday-of-the-Month Gallery Stroll May-Sept | 6pm-9pm
Pickin’ in Pentwater June – Aug Tuesdays | 7pm On the Village Green
Pentwater Farmer’s Market June 4th – September 6th Mondays and Thursdays At 10am-2pm On the Village Green
Civic Band Concerts – 65 Year Tradition June 21 – August 30 Thursdays at 8pm
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