Performances in West Michigan
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
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This sale offers great deals on the following:
Planting a tree can be very beneficial to the health of the environment. Earth Day and Arbor Day at the end of April is a great time to plant trees, being the first opportunity where the ground is usually warm enough to plant.
Pick up Days:
Friday, April 24th, 2026 from 2-6pm & Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 9am-12pm at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 10am-12pm at Wenger Pavilion behind Jones Ice Cream- 858 Michigan Ave., Baldwin
For more information or to order online, visit mason-lakeconservation.org.
This online sale typically takes place in March/April. Orders maybe placed through for Plant by Number Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Native plants are great for any landscape and are highly tolerant to year-round weather conditions in Michigan. They are also more resistant to pests, disease and drought.
Pick up Day:
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 at the U-Dig It Community Garden- 5810 Bryant Rd., Ludington
This sale typically includes Conifer seedlings, Conifer transplants, Deciduous trees & shrubs, fruit trees, berries, grapes, dune grass, planting supplies, and additional items.
Orders may be placed online or order forms printed at oceanaconservation.org. Printed order forms should be mailed to 1064 Industrial Park Dr., Shelby, MI, 49455.
Pick up Day
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart
Dune grass is commonly used for erosion control in dune stabilization or in areas with sandy, dry soils. Many homeowners appreciate dune grass for its low-maintenance qualities—it doesn’t need mowing, and once established, it requires no irrigation or fertilizer, as it is a hardy native plant.
Pick up Day:
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S State St, Hart
For more info, visit oceanaconservation.org.
Tree and Shrub Ordering Deadline is Friday, April 3rd, 2026. Native Plant Ordering Deadline is Friday, May 15th, 2026.
Oceola-Lake & Mecosta Conservation Districts Fall sale includes a variety of conifer seedlings and transplants, as well as books and other conservation products.
Visit mecostacd.org to place your order.
Pick-up Days:
Tree, Shrub, & Seed pick up is April 22nd-24th, 2026 at the Paris Park Fish Hatchery- 22090 Northland Dr., Paris
Native Wildflowers & Grasses is June 5th, 2026 at the 426 S. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids
This sale includes a variety of plants as well as hanging baskets and will be held in the circular drive next to the Corewell Health Ludington Medical Building- 7 Atkison Dr., Ludington. Proceeds benefit the Corewell Health Foundation.
Plants will be sold on a first come, first serve basis, no preorders. Plants provided by Weesies Brothers Farms. Cash, check, and card payments will be accepted. Newaygo County Fairgrounds- 815 S. Stewart Ave., Fremont.
The Friends of the Shelby Library hold this sale every year to benefit their organization. Donations of plants, garden tools, yard art, pots, birdhouses, and more can be dropped off at the Shelby Area District Library during open hours the week prior. The event is held on the lawn of the Shelby Area District Library- 189 Maple St., Shelby.
Hosted by the Mason County Garden Club, this event invites all members of the community to participate. Annuals, perennials, bulbs, corms, shrubs, trees, and houseplants will be accepted. All plants should be potted and properly labeled with any helpful growing information. If you’re unable to bring plants, please consider making a donation to the club for plants you’d like to add to your garden. Additionally, there will be a White Elephant sale. Leveaux Park- 900 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
The sale will be held at Armory Youth Project- 555 First St. in Manistee and perennial plants, packets of seeds, shrubs, trees, and gardening supplies will be available for purchase. A build a bouquet booth with cut flowers will also be available. Proceeds from this plant sale go to club projects such as civic beautification.
For more information, contact Beth Markowski at (616) 401-3387 or spiritofthewoodsgc@gmail.com.
The annual plant sale at Bell Park will offer a diverse range of plants for sale, with all proceeds supporting the Garden Club of Pentwater.
This fall plant sale is a highly anticipated event in the community. All extra perennials from our members will be available for purchase at the sale. Local greenhouses and garden centers have generously donated plants and garden tools for the White Elephant section of the sale. This year, the sale will be held at the United Methodist Church- 5810 E. Bryant Rd., Ludington.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Visit the new Value of Sports Museum located at Historic White Pine Village just a short drive from Ludington.
Winter in Manistee County includes great outdoor activities like skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, ice skating, and more.
Hop aboard the Lake Michigan S.S. Badger Carferry! Take the famous cruise across Lake Michigan and experience the Badger and all it has to do!
Michigan has a public ORV trail system for four different riding opportunities–motorcycles, ATVs, ORVs, and scramble areas.
The Manistee Riverwalk follows the Manistee River from Jones Street, under the US-31 bridge, behind downtown, and ends at First Street beach.
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.