Bookman Book Club
2019-02-27 18:00 (America/Detroit) | The Bookman, 715 Washington, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Join the Bookman Book Club this month for a fascinating discussion on “The Woman Who Smashed Codes” by Jason Fagone. Pick up your copy of the book here!

Loutit District Library’s Featured Artist Barbara Spring
2019-03-01 - 2019-04-15 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library’s Featured Artist Barbara Spring
March 1 through April 15
Lower Level Hallway, during normal library hours.

The Bookman: Dr. Seuss' Birthday Party!
2019-03-01 18:00 | The Bookman, 715 Washington, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
We are celebrating Dr. Seuss’ birthday, and we want you to join! Bring the kiddos for story time, and themed crafts, snacks and games. As a special offer, we will have 10% off coupons for parents!

First Friday Dance at D&W with Silverado
2019-03-01 19:00 - 22:00 | The Grand Haven D&W Fresh Market, 1116 Robbins Road, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Dancers again will have a chance to dance the first Friday of the month at Grand Haven’s D&W Fresh Market, Friday, February 1, 2019, from 7-10 p.m.
The band Silverado, is a long-time local favorite, whose members play music ranging from County standards to early Rock’n’Roll, along with polkas, waltzes, and line dances. Three musicians comprise Silverado: Woody Woodrum, steel guitar and lead guitar, Cheryl Cook, rhythm guitar and vocals, and Tom Bourne, bass guitar, drums, and vocals.
The dance is an outreach of The Salvation Army in the Tri Cities area.
Last month’s dance brought in $496.50.
The dance will be held in the store’s café area with spillover dancing in the aisles. In addition to dancing, patrons are welcome to sit and enjoy the music and maybe buy a cup of coffee, a soft drink, and something to eat.
The Grand Haven D&W Fresh Market is at 1116 Robbins Road.
The Salvation Army has been active in Grand Haven since 1922 and works to help people with both the necessities of life and to enhance the quality of their lives. The Salvation Army facility is at 310 North DeSpelder. The phone number is 616.842.3380.

Coffee and Coloring
2019-03-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Are you daunted by your coloring book? Paralyzed by color choices or complicated designs? Don’t know where to start? Coffee and Coloring is for you!
Join local artist and colorist Kerry FitzGerald the first Tuesday of each month for tips and inspiration during this free drop-in session. Learn how to see, break down, and create realistic color with advanced shading techniques using colored pencils provided, or bring your own. Coloring pages will be available, or bring in your own coloring book or project. Kerry will demonstrate techniques as she works on her projects.
She’ll talk about the differences in colored pencil and paper quality, as well as what to look for in buying a coloring book and tools. Rediscover the fun you had coloring as a child…then, discover a talent you never knew you had! No experience necessary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

The Bookman: Saturday Story Time and Craft: Julie Marcus
2019-03-09 10:00 - 11:00 | The Bookman, 715 Washington, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Our March Saturday story time event is scheduled for March 9th from 10-11am. Julie Marcus, a 3rd grade teacher at Jeffers Elementary, will be reading “The Leprechaun Under the Bed” by Teresa Bateman. As always, we will also have some awesome craft activities for the kiddos as well! Let us entertain while you find your next read!

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series - Grand Haven High School Fiddle Group GOTAK
2019-03-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Get your Irish on with the Grand Haven High School fiddle group, GOTAK, as they perform popular Irish/Celtic fiddle music. GOTAK is an after-school alternative string ensemble founded in 2005 by current GOTAK director and Grand Haven High School Orchestra director Melissa Meyers.
Funding for this concert series provided by Carol Alexander and Kevin Carbary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

The Bookman: Poetry Lives!
2019-03-12 18:00 | The Bookman, 715 Washington, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Poetry Lives at The Bookman! All are invited to bring an original or favorite poem and share with a group of gentle folks. You are also welcome to just sit and listen, or participate in the always lively discussion.

Traditional Irish Music Session
2019-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | MI
Whether a beginner or an advanced session player, bring your Irish musical instrument and participate in LDL’s merry band of Irish session players. Even if you don’t play an instrument, come and listen. This program is in partnership with the Celtic band Uneven Ground. Music provided upon request by emailing Larry Halverson lhalverson@loutitlibrary.org.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

The Bookman: Local Author, Wally Ewing
2019-03-23 10:00 - 11:00 | The Bookman, 715 Washington, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Please join us on Saturday, March 23rd at 10am as Wally Ewing discusses his book “Women of the Grand: Their Legacy”. This book is a wonderful ode to some iconic women who impacted our home’s history and community. He sketches sixty-two women’s stories, highlighting their courage, ingenuity, creativity, and tenacity in meeting their personal goals and helping others meet theirs.

Coffee and Coloring
2019-04-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven, MI
Are you daunted by your coloring book? Paralyzed by color choices or complicated designs? Don’t know where to start? Coffee and Coloring is for you!
Join local artist and colorist Kerry FitzGerald the first Tuesday of each month for tips and inspiration during this free drop-in session. Learn how to see, break down, and create realistic color with advanced shading techniques using colored pencils provided, or bring your own. Coloring pages will be available or bring in your own coloring book or project. Kerry will demonstrate techniques as she works on her projects.

She’ll talk about the differences in colored pencil and paper quality, as well as what to look for in buying a coloring book and tools. Rediscover the fun you had coloring as a child…then, discover a talent you never knew you had! No experience necessary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

"Click and Brush"
2019-04-03 - 2019-04-29 | Gallery Uptown, 201 Washington St., Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
“Click & Brush”, with artists Geoffrey Eroe, Richard Johnson, Summer Osborn, and Leslie Victor. Join us and see new photography and paintings.
Opening reception will take place Friday, April 5 from 5:30 to 8 pm

In Concert - Soprano Viviana Klooster and Mezzo Soprano Rebecca Russcher
2019-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven, MI
Two Baroque Girls to perform Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s masterwork Stabat Mater. Soprano Viviana Klooster and Mezzo Soprano Rebecca Russcher will share the history and significance of the composition in a listener-friendly format. Accompanied by pianist Todd Wilkie.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series - Robin Connell Jazz Trio
2019-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 | MI
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven
How many songs can you name with the word ‘spring’ in the title? Come join singer-pianist, Robin Connell, and her jazz trio, for a jaunt through songs of spring from the Great American Songbook written by songwriters such as Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hart, Duke Ellington, and Ann Hampton Callaway.
Funding for this concert series provided by Carol Alexander and Kevin Carbary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Traditional Irish Music Session
2019-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven
Whether a beginner or an advanced session player, bring your Irish musical instrument and participate in LDL’s merry band of Irish session players. Even if you don’t play an instrument, come and listen. This program is in partnership with the Celtic band Uneven Ground. Music provided upon request by emailing Larry Halverson lhalverson@loutitlibrary.org.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Shakespeare Birthday Celebration with Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company
2019-04-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven
The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company returns to the Loutit District Library to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday on April 23. Join us for a selection of scenes from Shakespeare’s plays, including scenes from Richard III, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Merchant of Venice, Macbeth, and more! There will also be a Shakespearean insult contest, and a chance to try your hand at some Shakespearean trivia. Happy birthday, Master Shakespeare!
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

In Concert - Sounds of Spring with the Boardwalk Brass
2019-04-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven
April is a month filled with celebrations for the arrival of spring – green grass, warmer temperatures, and beautiful music. Join the Boardwalk Brass of Grand Haven as they celebrate the arrival of spring with our annual spring concert – “A Springtime Celebration of Brass.” Works will include traditional and contemporary arrangements of brass classics, along with some new works we have added for your enjoyment.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Loutit District Library’s Featured Local Artist Jeff Hansen
2019-05-01 - 2019-06-15 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
May 1 Through June 15
Lower-Level Hallway during normal library hours.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Se7en 4 May19
2019-05-03 - 2019-06-03 | Gallery Uptown, 201 Washington St., Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
The Opening Reception for SE7EN 4 MAY19 is on Friday, May 3, 2019 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm at the Gallery Uptown Walberg Gallery, 201 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417
An exhibit of Artwork from seven Artists:
MICHAEL PFLEGHAAR, an award-winning MFA painter from Grand Rapids, will be showing abstract paintings inspired by the streets of Detroit
HOLLY STURGES, a distinguished painter of sublime interiors and plein air landscapes from Grand Rapids, offers a new series derived from landscaped yards
JUDITH TOMMINO, a celebrated painter trained extensively in Italy and who lives in Lowell, will present recent landscapes
DEBORAH BOWEN, an award-winning abstract painter from Spring Lake, proffers new, engaging work
KRISTI VISSER, an emerging abstract painter from Fremont, will be debuting abstracts of sensitive texture and riotous color
COLLEEN ROCKEY, an abstract colorist from Grand Haven, brings new work that explores disquieting figures
JACQUELYN HELDER, a jeweler of bold vision and scale who lives in Zeeland, has exotic new necklaces to show.
This exhibit will be on display until June 2 in the Walberg Gallery.

May's First-Friday Dance at D&W
2019-05-03 19:00 - 22:00 | The Grand Haven D&W Fresh Market, 1116 Robbins Road, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
The next First-Friday Dance at Grand Haven’s D&W Fresh Market will run from 7-10 p.m. May 3, 2019. The dance is an outreach of The Salvation Army in the Tri Cities area.
The dance will be held in the store’s café area with spillover dancing in the aisles. In addition to dancing, patrons are welcome to sit and enjoy the music and maybe buy a cup of coffee, a soft drink, and something to eat.
The band Silverado, is a long-time local favorite, whose members play music ranging from County standards to early Rock’n’Roll, along with polkas, waltzes, and line dances. Three musicians comprise Silverado: Woody Woodrum, steel guitar and lead guitar, Cheryl Cook, rhythm guitar and vocals, and Tom Bourne, bass guitar, drums, and vocals.
Last month’s dance brought in $534.05.
The Grand Haven D&W Fresh Market is at 1116 Robbins Road.
The Salvation Army has been active in Grand Haven since 1922 and works to help people with both the necessities of life and to enhance the quality of their lives. The Salvation Army facility is at 310 North DeSpelder. The phone number is 616.842.3380.

Coffee and Coloring
2019-05-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Are you daunted by your coloring book? Paralyzed by color choices or complicated designs? Don’t know where to start? Coffee and Coloring is for you!
Join local artist and colorist Kerry FitzGerald the first Tuesday of each month for tips and inspiration during this free drop-in session. Learn how to see, break down, and create realistic color with advanced shading techniques using colored pencils provided, or bring your own. Coloring pages will be available or bring in your own coloring book or project. Kerry will demonstrate techniques as she works on her projects.
She’ll talk about the differences in colored pencil and paper quality, as well as what to look for in buying a coloring book and tools. Rediscover the fun you had coloring as a child…then, discover a talent you never knew you had! No experience necessary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

One for the Foxes wsg Uneven Ground
2019-05-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
One for the Foxes is an exciting and dynamic trans-Atlantic trio. Hailing from Ireland and the US, the trio present a rousing blend of Irish and American folk music that will have you singing along and your feet stomping. The group is made up of Dublin’s Tadhg Ó Meachair (Goitse), Galway’s Dave Curley (SLIDE) and Denver’s Joanna Hyde (The Hydes). Come join them at Loutit District Library for a thrilling evening of music.
Opening for One for the Foxes will be local traditional Celtic band Uneven Ground. This concert provided by the Michigan Irish Music Festival, Reliant Professional Cleaning, and Loutit District Library with special support from Celtic Seasons, Carol Alexander, and Kevin Carbary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Traditional Irish Music Session
2019-05-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-06-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series - Trio Abelia
2019-05-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Loutit District Library, Grand Haven, 49417, United States
Trio Abelia performs original works for oboe, horn and piano. Abelia is a Hebrew name meaning “breath”— breathe through instruments and the breath of life through music together. Geralyn Giovannetti is Professor of Oboe at Brigham Young University in Utah and Denise Root Pierce is Professor of Horn at Eastern Michigan University. Pianist David Palmer is Professor Emeritus University of Windsor.
Funding for this concert series provided by Carol Alexander and Kevin Carbary.
For more information, contact Larry Halverson at (616) 850-6922

Fresh From the Studio
2019-06-05 - 2019-07-01 | Gallery Uptown, 201 Washington St., Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
June 2019: “Fresh From The Studio” presenting work from Margaret Benefiel, Nancy Clouse, Jackie Helder, Jan McLaughlin, Sandy Meyer and Marilyn Ryan.
Opening Reception June 7, 5:30 to 8 pm

Dancing On The Grand features The Spring Lake High School Dance Band
2019-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven, Grand Haven
Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven
$3 admission; bring lawn chairs; check weather on Facebook page

Dancing On The Grand features Entourage
2019-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven, Grand Haven

Liz Longley in Concert
2019-06-24 19:30 - 22:30 | Seven Steps Up, 116 S Jackson Street, Spring Lake, MI, 49456, United States
Songstress Liz Longley returns to Spring Lake. Save the weekend for summer, save Monday 6/24 for Liz! Tickets start at $25.
