Thru the Month of October

SCARECROWS ON MAIN

Historic Downtown Coopersville is decorated for fall with scarecrows, created by local businesses, non-profit agencies, classrooms and individuals. 2007 entries included an Astronaut, Little Boy Blue & Mary's Little Lamb and many others. Dozens of scarecrows line Main Street, the loading platform of the Coopersville & Marne Railway and surrounding streets. Vote for your favorite at the Coopersville  Farm Museum and support Coopersville Cares, a local non-profit agency serving local families in need. One vote for each $1.00 or non-perishable food or personal hygiene item. Kids activities at the Coopersville Farm Museum, Pumpkin Train Rides aboard the Coopersville & Marne Railway, Trick or Treat Main Street and other activities each year. www.coopersville.com 616-997-5164.

Wedenesdays & Saturdays thru October 29

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 thru October 9

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.

October 3

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.

October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26

October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26

THE FAMOUS PUMPKIN TRAIN

Celebrate Halloween aboard the train with the Great Pumpkin, Scarecrow and Little Crow. Eva Swietec from the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre and her wacky cast perform family friendly music, song and jokes written especially for our younger riders. One FREE pumpkin with each paid child’s ticket. No Reservations. Over 300 seats are available for each train, but to ensure a seat aboard the train of your choice, it is recommended to purchase advanced tickets. An Advanced Ticket Sales Registration Form is available at www.coopersvilleandmarne.org or at the Ticket Station, 311 Danforth Street in Historic Downtown Coopersville on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9:30am-2:30pm. It is generally recommended that riders arrive 20-30 minutes prior to departure. Adults $14.50, Children 2-12 $10, Seniors $13.50, Under 2 free. Train departure at: 11am & 1pm on Saturdays and 1 & 3pm on Sundays. 616-997-7000.

CEMETERY WALK

Spring Lake Township Cemetery & Lake Forest Cemetery. Learn about individuals that helped to mold our community into the great place it is today. The museum's youth group portrays historic residents giving factual biographies. Spring Lake Township Cemetery 6 - 6:30 pm, Lake Forest Cemetery 7 - 7:30 pm. www.tri-citiesmuseum.org (616) 842-0700

October 13 & 27

January 14 - December 22

BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES

Join us to learn more about the history of your area. Every 2^nd and 4^th 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

October 17, 18, 24, 25, 31

GRAND HAVEN JAYCEES HAUNTED HOUSE

The Grand Haven Area Jaycees is hosting the annual haunted house location will be announce at a later date.  7:00 to midnight, $7.00 admission cost or go to the Jaycees website for coupons at www.grandhavenjaycees.org .

October 19

CEMETARY WALK

Learn about individuals that helped to mold our community into the great place it is today. The museum’s youth group portrays historic residents giving factual biographies. Spring Lake Township Cemetery 6-6:30pm, Lake Forest Cemetery 7-7:30pm. www.tri-citiesmuseum.org 616-842-0700.

Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14

BEST

Every 2^nd Sunday of the month at 2:00pm Business Employees share Tales- Each month a different business is featured and employees are invited to share their experiences. Tri-Cities Historical Museum at 200 Washington Street, call 616-842-0700 for details or www.tri-citiesmuseum.org

Oct 22, Nov 26, Dec 17

CURATOR’S CHOICE MOVIE NIGHT

Tri-Cities Museum’s Curator invitees you to share an old time movie every 4^th 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

HARVEST BLESSINGS

St. John's Lutheran School. A family fun event with special children's activities. This event is for children 8 and younger. St. John's is located at 525 Taylor St., Grand Haven. (616) 842-9260.

Saturday, October 25

SCARY BUSINESS

Hay Rides, Apples/Doughnut/Pumpkin Patch/Painting. From 12-5pm we will have pumpkin painting for children and hay rides down Washington Street from Harbor to Third Street. Sponsored by the Grand Haven Main Street DDA 616-844-1188.

Friday, October 31

HALLOWEEN DOWNTOWN

Trick or Treating at the Merchant stores downtown on Friday, October 31^st from 4-6pm. Merchants will provide treats to families participating in the downtown’s annual trick or treating event.  Community trick or treating will follow. Come join in on the fun with shopping and trick or treating on Washington Avenue in Downtown Grand Haven from Harbor to Third Street.

Friday, October 31

HALLOWEEN DOWNTOWN SPRING LAKE

Trick or treating in the Village of Spring Lake at area (participating) merchants will have an orange pumpkin in their window. Treats are given away from 4-6pm. Come join the fun in the Village of Spring Lake!