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July 2008 Calendar Last Updated 04/17/2008 |
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July 2008 Calendar Last Updated 04/17/2008 |
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Dates are subject to change without notice. Please call and confirm event dates. For additional information or events brochure call (616) 842-4910 or (800) 303-4097, or contact us at our e-mail address: events@grandhavenchamber.org. |
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Starting July 1 |
June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 Join in the fun. Stop by the museum; learn history while participating in a game or activity. Program runs from 10-11am during the summer months. Event to be held at the Tri-Cities Museum Akeley Location 200 Washington. www.tri-citiesmuseum.org , 616-842-0700. |
Tuesdays |
June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 Local musicians playing a variety of music in a beautiful outdoor setting of Downtown Grand Haven. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, box lunches, pizza. Music runs from 7-8:30pm. Performances held in Central Park on Washington Street. Sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Arts Council for details go to their web site at www.ghaac.org THIS IS A FREE EVENT, NO RAIN VENUE. |
| Starting on June 4 | June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27 BIG BAND DANCES Grand Haven Waterfront Stadium. Sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Arts Council the Big Band Dances are held every Wednesday evening from 7 - 9 pm in the summer on the Grand River! Cost is $2 per person, call the Arts Council at (616) 842-2285 or www.ghaac.org. |
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Wedenesdays & Saturdays |
June thru October (June 4 thru October 29) GRAND HAVEN FARMER’S MARKET Wednesdays and Saturdays under the blue canopy next to Chinook Pier in downtown Grand Haven. Enjoy garden fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, baked goods and so much more. Opens at 8:00 am, Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, 616 842-4910. |
Thursdays |
June thru October (June 5 thru October 9) SPRING LAKE FARM & GARDEN MARKET Enjoy this open air market featuring seasonal produce, fresh cut flowers, plants, garden items and more. Open every Thursday from 10am– 3pm, June thru mid October downtown Spring Lake on Church Street just east of the library. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, 616 842-4910. |
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Grand Haven Waterfront Stadium. An evening of Praises & Worship led by a variety of artists for all ages. Sponsored by First Reformed Church. Worship service is from 7:30 - 8:45 pm. http://www.worshiponthewaterfront.org (616) 842-6600. Schedule. |
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Friday, July 4 |
FOURTH OF JULY PARADE IN FERRYSBURG Walking parade down Ridge Avenue to Pine Street on to William Ferry Park. Refreshments will be served. Prizes to walkers. www.ferrysburg.org 616-842-5803. Parade is at 10:30am, sponsored by the beautification commission & City of Ferrysburg. |
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Friday, July 4 |
TEAM YOGURT INDEPENDENCE DAY RIDE (Canadian Century) Ride your bike along the Grand River valley, stopping for breakfast in Allendale. Maps of 60-mile route provided along with shortcuts making a 40-mile trip possible. This ride attracts riders of all abilities. Be ready at 6:45am to leave on time. Sponsored by Rock’n’Road Cycle, 300 N. Seventh Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417, www.rocknroadcycle.com or 616-846-2800, tim@rocknroadcycle.com |
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Friday, July 4 |
Waterfront Stadium after the Musical Fountain performance at dusk. Sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Jaycees. www.grandhavenjaycees.com. Contact: Chamber of Commerce 616 842-4910. |
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Wednesday |
June 11 thru August 27 (every Wednesday June, July & August) WHAT IS IT WEDNESDAY Guess the artifact in the Ekken’s store window exhibit and win a $5 gift certificate to the museums gift shop. Students 16 and under stop by the museum at the Tri-Cities Historical Museum, 200 Washington, and enter a guess on the artifact each week in the summer. 616-842-0700. |
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Thursdays |
June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28 Local musicians playing a variety of music. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch, etc. Popcorn is served by the Boy & Girl Scouts of Spring Lake for community badge work. Music runs from 7-8:30pm. Performances held at Mill Point Park in Downtown Spring Lake. Sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. THIS IS A FREE EVENT. More details found on their web site at www.ghaac.org |
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Starting July 5 |
July 5, 12 & 19 Experience the thrill of the old-west during The Great Train Robbery! Desperados on horseback, brandishing six-shooters and a total disrespect for others will stop, then rob the train! Dance hall girls swoon! Riders aboard the train are “robbed” of their Railroad Dollars and jewelry during this spirited venture into the past. Will the “good-guys” arrive in time to thwart the plan? This is an annual fundraiser for West Michigan Sheriff’s Posse member. Caution: loud, similar to fireworks, will occur adjacent to the train during the robbery. Train times are as follows: 11am, 1pm & 3pm. www.coopersvilleandmarne.org $10, Seniors $14, $25 includes Hobo Bindle Lunch. |
| Julu 10 - 12 | "THROUGH OUR GARDEN GATE" - TRI-CITIES GARDEN CLUB FLOWER SHOW Spring Lake District Library.
A Standard National Garden Clubs, Inc. Flower Show featuring
Floral Design and Horticulture Classifications, as well as, youth
and educational exhibits. Awards are given in most categories.
The public may exhibit if requirements are met. Thur: 3-8pm,
Fri: 9:30-5pm, Sat: 9:30-3pm. Spring Lake District Library is
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July 11 thru 13
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The World’s largest Beach Pole Vault Competition. Competitors from 8-75 years old. Including High School, College & Elite. Spectators FREE! Entry Forms & information can be found at www.grandhavenbeachvault.com or by calling 616-560-7204. Friday 10am - 7pm, and Saturday 9am -7pm. Rain date is Sunday. Event is located at the City Beach south of the Bil-Mar Restaurant. |
July 11 |
Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug 1, Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5 FIRST FRIDAY AT THE GALLERY The gallery opens a new exhibit the first Friday of every month with a reception to meet the featured artist. Gallery Uptown is located at 201 Washington Ave., Downtown Grand Haven. Reception is held from 5:30-8:30pm; call the Gallery Uptown at (616) 846-5460. |
Saturday, July 12 |
Start of race is located at Prospect St and Harbor Drive . www.5milehillclimb.org |
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Saturday, July 12
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ST. MARY'S PARISH & SCHOOL FESTIVAL St. Mary's Catholic Church, Spring Lake. Fun-filled day for the entire family! Carnical games without carnival prizes. Pig Roast dinners, hot dogs, beverages. Entertainment under the big tent. White elephant sale & Bingo. Raffle for BIG cash prizes. Festival runs from noon - 9 pm. (616) 842-1282. |
Saturday, July 12 |
SPREAD THE MUSIC FOUNDATION FAMILY FUN DAY & FESTIVAL Grand Haven Memorial Airpark. Ping-pong ball drop at 3 p.m. |
Sunday July 13 |
GRAND HAVEN "Y" TRIATHlON AND DUATHLON (IN HONOR OF TONY THOMPSON) This multi-sport event has something for everyone. A sprint distance triathlon consisting of a 500 meter swim, 20k bike and 5k run. An olympic distance triathlon of 1.5k swim, 40k bike and 10k run and a sprint distance duathlon of a 5k run, 20k bike and 5k run. The swim takes place in Lake Michigan along the clean sandy beach by Grand Haven State Park. The transition area is set up at the Mulligan's Hollow Park, adjacent to the Tri-Cities Family YMCA. Start time for all events is 7:45 am. Pre race expo on Saturday, July 12 at Mulligan's Hollow Park from 1 pm until 7 pm. For more information contact www.grandhaventri.com or call (616) 566-7870. |
Sunday July 13
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15TH ANNUAL WHEELS OF GRAND HAVEN CAR SHOW Fourteenth Annual Wheels of Grand Haven Car Show sponsored by the Grand Haven Area Jaycees. Featuring 30 open-entry classes ranging from 1900-present. www.grandhavenjaycess.org Registration 9am-Noon, Viewing Noon-1:30pm, Entertainment 1:30pm-3pm, Awards 3pm, Parade 4pm. Contact the Jaycees Clubhouse, 616 842-2880 or Chamber of Commerce, 616 842-4910. |
July 14 & 28 |
January 14 - December 22 Join us to learn more about the history of your area. Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month come to the Akeley building at 200 Washington Street to see speakers, films, fashion shows and lectures. Brought to you by the Tri-Cities Historical Museum all programs topics TBA call 616-842-0700 or visit www.tri-citiesmuseum.org |
| Saturdays June 7, July 19, August 16 | COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET At County Parking log on Franklin Street. Tri-Cities Historical Museum and vendors, sell items from booths (parking spots) items are new and used. Market runs from 8 am - 3 pm on the three Saturdays. Call Museum for more information at 616-842-0700. |
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Saturday, July 19
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Skim Board Competition sponsored by Chapter 11 Sports. Competition is held at the Grand Haven City Beach with registration beginning at 8am till 11am. Event will start at 11am; registration fee is $15 which includes lunch,T-shirt, trophies. There will be 3 age divisions, everyone will receive a prize. Call for pre-registration at Chapter 11 Sports, or download a form at www.chapter11sports.com 616- 842-9244. There will be free beginning lessons offered. Fun for everyone to watch and participate in! |
| Wednesday, July 23 | Jul 23, Aug 27, Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 26, Dec 17 Tri-Cities Museum’s Curator invitees you to share an old time movie every 4th Wednesday of the month. Call for the name of the featured movie. Movie takes place in the Akeley Building, 200 Washington downstairs in activity room. 7pm show time. Call the museum at 616-842-0700, www.tri-citiesmuseum.org |
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July 25 thru August 3 |
This annual event is celebrating its 84th year and salutes the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard. The series of events ranges from a 5K and 10 K Road Race through town, free Street Dance, Band concerts, nightly entertainment shows, Water Ski Show, Grand Parade and a magnificent Fireworks display! A GRAND Time in “Coast Guard City, USA”. www.ghcgfest.org or call 1-888-207-2434! |
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July 26 |
TRI-CITIES FAMILY YMCA COAST GUARD RUN Events include activities designed for all skill levels and ages. 5K run, 1 mile Family Fun Run/Walk, Tot Trot (ages 3 - 6), 10K run. Awards ceremony and entertainment to follow. Saturday 8 a.m. www.classicrace.com 616-842-7051 |
