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Communities in Mason, Oceana, and Manistee counties sponsor many Easter events and egg hunts for kids in the spring.
Dune Rides in your ATV or ORV are popular at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Michigan, but many rules and regulations apply.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
To assist with your spring cleaning, areas of Mason County offer a Spring Cleanup day, so you and your family can tidy up!
Each April, area residents and businesses take pledges and try to raise as much money as possible for the Ludington Lake Jump.
Each April, AFFEW (A Few Friends for the Environment of the World) hosts an annual Earth Day event in Ludington.
The Petersens in concert
Presented by the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in partnership with the West Shore Community College Performing Arts Series. Ramsdell Theatre- 101 Maple St., Manistee. For tickets, visit westshore.edu.
West Shore Community College Wind Symphony & Drum Line performance
Manistee High School Auditorium- 525 12th St., Manistee. For tickets, visit westshore.edu.
West Shore Community College Concert Choir performance
West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville. For tickets, visit westshore.edu.
West Shore Community College Jazz Ensemble I & II performance
West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville. For tickets, visit westshore.edu.
Lenten Fish Frys
Drive-thru fish frys at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. Cost is $13 and includes choice of fried or baked fish, vegetable, potatoes, cole slaw, dinner roll, and choice of dessert. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Lenten Fish Frys in Baldwin
Fish frys at St. Ann’s Senior Center- 690 9th St., Baldwin. Cost is $10 for Adults, $5 for kids ages 5-12, and Kids under 4 are free. Dinners include Cod and Pollock baked or fried, dinner roll with butter, french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, mac and cheese and a dessert.
Opening Day of the Silver Lake State Park ORV Area
Silver Lake State Park.
Victory Early Childhood Center Great Start Readiness Preschool Program Registration
Families with children who turn 4 on or before September 1st, 2022, are invited to register for the Great Start Readiness Preschool Program at the Mason County Central High School Cafeteria- 300 W. Broadway St., Scottville. Parents should bring the child’s birth certificate and a copy of their 2021 income tax W2 form or other current income verification. Families with children turning 4 between September 2nd-December 1st, 2022, and those interested in the Center’s tuition-based program, should call Victory Early Childhood Center at (231) 843-2410.
GSRP/Preschool Round-Up at Small Wonders
Families with children who will be 4 by September 1st, 2022 are invited to register for the Great Start Readiness Program or Preschool. Enrollment requires the child’s birth certificate and proof of family income. Small Wonders Child Development Center- 5757 W. Johnson Rd., Ludington. For more information, e-mail smallwondersludington@gmail.com.
Ludington Preschool Round-Up
Families with children who will be 3 or 4 by September 1st, 2022 are invited to learn about preschool programs and the enrollment process, and meet the staff. Enrollment requires a driver’s license, and the child’s birth certificate and proof of immunizations. Ludington Elementary School- 5771 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
The Accidentals Performance
A collaboration between West Shore Community College and the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts- 101 Maple St., Manistee. Purchase tickets by visiting ci.ovationtix.com.
Kindergarten Round-Up at Spitler Elementary School
Families with children turning 5 on or before September 1st, 2022 are invited to register from the 2022-2023 school year. Registration forms will be available at the Spitler Elementary School office or the Central Business Office beginning on Monday, April 4th or register online at hartschools.net/spitler. In order to register, parents should bring the child’s birth certificate, up-to-date immunization records, proof of residency, hearing/vision screening, and the parent or guardian’s photo ID. Contact Principal Andrea Degen at adegen@hart.k12.mi.us or (231) 873-6340 for more information.
Hart Hills Bike Race
Race starts and finishes in downtown Hart with a 5, 10, 25, and 50 mile option offered. Refreshments will be available at the finish line. Overall and age group winners will be recognized with a unique medal. For more information or to register, visit harthills.com.
Colleen Plummer’s Easter on the Green
Easter Bunny, egg hunt, bonnet parade and contest, musical chairs, face painting and games. Pentwater Village Green, Pentwater
Muskegon Lakeshore Home, Garden, & Boat Show
70+ distributors, outdoor displays, seminars, DIY sessions. For tickets or more information, visit muskegonhgs.org. VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center- 460 W. Western Ave., Downtown Muskegon.
Indoor Yard Sale
Proceeds benefit Ukraine relief efforts. Mason County Reformed Church- 45 S. Amber Rd., Scottville.
Mom 2 Mom Sale
Sale of gently used baby and kids’ items, spring and summer clothing, toys, books, and more. $2 entry fee (under age 12 free). Cornerstone Baptist Church- 121 Nelson Rd., Ludington.
Ludington Lake Jump
Participants raise money for a new organization each year and jump into the frigid waters of Lake Michigan. Registration at 10:30am, jump at 11am. Stearns Park, Ludington.
AFFEW Earth Day Events
Presentations, informational booths, kids activities, and more. Free and open to the public. United Methodist Church of Ludington- 5810 W. Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Mason County Eastern Athletic Boosters Auction
Admission is $10 per person or $5 per person who already donated to the auction. Tickets include a taco bar, coffee, and water, and attendees are welcome to BYOB. The event includes a silent auction, live auction, 50/50 drawing, mystery prize (valued at $200), and more. Some auction items of note include a fishing charter, paddle board, handmade wooden American firefighter flag, and several quilts. Sherman Township Hall- 3854 E. Main St., Fountain.
Benefit for Elizabeth Rice
Jones Homemade Ice Cream- 858 Michigan Ave., Baldwin, is hosting a fundraiser for Elizabeth Rice, a child who was diagnosed with cancer in December. 5% of all proceeds during this event will help Elizabeth’s family with expenses.
State of the State Park Virtual Presentation
Ludington State Park Manager, Jim Gallie, reviews the past year at the park and discusses upcoming improvements for the 2022–2023 season. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ludington State Park. Register by visiting friendsofludingtonstatepark.org.
Infant & Maternal Health Fair at Baker College
Experts in child passenger safety, safe sleep, infant health, and pregnancy support will be on hand to help families stay safe and healthy. Those planning to attend should complete the survey attached to the registration link for a chance to win prizes. Register at docs.google.com. Baker College- 1903 Marquette Ave., Muskegon.
Annual Spring Tree Sale Pickup
Sponsored by the Mason-Lake Conservation District. Pickup hours are Friday from 2pm-6pm and Saturday from 9am-12pm at the Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington, AND Saturday from 10am-12pm behind Jones’ Ice Cream- 858 Michigan Ave., Baldwin.
Mom 2 Mom Sale
Sale of gently used children’s clothing, toys, maternity-wear, etc. $1 suggested donation for entry. Faith Covenant Church- 475 8th St., Manistee.
Wellston Boosters Craft Sale/Seniors Bake Sale
Wellston Community Center- 1273 S. Seaman Rd., Wellston.
Manistee Michigan’s Victorian Sleighbell Parade and Old Christmas Weekend is held the first full weekend of December.
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in West Michigan have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Pentwater’s Christmas in the Village, held throughout the month of December, has carriage rides, shopping, craft fair, and more.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
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