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The Easter Egg Scramble, set for April 5 at Roosevelt Park Community Center in Muskegon, is just one of several egg-related activities in the April calendar for West Michigan.

April things to do: A student art exhibition, Easter events, theater, and spring break activities

It’s April, time for spring flings, spring breaks, Arbor Day, Earth Day, and several egg-stra special events this Easter. And don’t forget art, music, theater, and crafts.

Individuals of all abilities can experience adaptive ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and luge at Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park on Jan. 4.
February things to do: Theater productions, festivals, music, movies, chili contests, documentaries

This month, you can make candles, learn about Michigan mushrooms, see a play, participate in an indoor triathlon, get out some energy by dancing, and celebrate Black History Month, the Lunar New Year, and Valentine’s Day.

From vintage ornaments and trains to holiday Barbies and a forest of bottlebrush trees, the MMA Festival of Trees is sure to spark your joy.
December things to do: Tours, shopping, ballet, parades and a lot of lights

Buckle up. A majority of events this month include the word “holiday.” There are theater productions, exhibits, movies, crafts, music, a live nativity, Santa sightings, and more light displays than you can shake a stick at.

If you’re looking for unique and delightful gifts to give this holiday season, look no further than the Kerstmarket (Christmas market) in Holland.
November things to do: Theater, shopping, music, food drives, crafts, Thanksgiving, and turkey trots

There’s no reason to stay home this month. From Día de los Muertos celebrations to Thanksgiving gatherings, there are concerts, plays, nature, art, comedy, tree-lightings, and so much more on our November calendar.

Communities across the Lakeshore are getting ready for Halloween, including many opportunities for trick-or-treating. A list of events — slated from Friday, Oct. 25, to Thursday, Oct. 31 — planned across West Michigan is at the bottom of thi
October things to do: Goose Fest, music, history, theater, pumpkins, Day of the Dead, and Halloween

Exhibitions, musical programs, comedy, a film festival, fall-themed events, a hike, and a couple of cemetery tours top this month’s jam-packed list of things to do along the Lakeshore.

The  DeVos Institute of Arts Management fosters collaboration among local arts and culture organizations.
How a capacity-building program is transforming arts organizations on the Lakeshore

A dozen Lakeshore arts and cultural organizations from South Haven to Grand Haven are celebrating achievements after participating in a two-year comprehensive capacity-building program.

The Holland Symphony Orchestra's Music Moves Us kicks off with a sound bath and yoga at Kollen Park on Tuesday morning, Aug. 6.
August things to do: Festivals, shopping, Music Moves Us, history, movies, Wings Over Muskegon

Why stay home when you could catch the final street performers, check out dinosaur bones, see a play, discuss a book, try abstract painting, shop, and learn the polka?

The Fourth of July is a special day, worthy of big celebrations. Communities all along the lakeshore are hosting picnics, parades, and — of course — fireworks to mark this spectacular holiday.
July things to do: Fireworks, Fiesta, Coast Guard Fest, county fairs, kids’ activities, and music

You’ll need your calendar to keep up with all of the events on tap in July. There will be fireworks on the Fourth, festivals, fairs, and much more.

Life EMS Ambulance is expanding its coverage area in West Michigan.
Life EMS Ambulance expands Allegan County services

Life EMS Ambulance adds northern Saugatuck Township, the city of Saugatuck, and the city of the Village of Douglas to its growing Southwest Michigan 911 paramedic response area.

Lakeshore Home Builders Association presents its annual Parade of Homes on June 6-8 and June 13-15. Your ticket lets you see homes in Fennville, Grand Haven, Holland, Muskegon, Norton Shores, Nunica, Saugatuck, Spring Lake, and Zeeland. 
June things to do: Celtic fest, Juneteenth, Father’s Day, Parade of Homes, food, music, movies, art

There’s something for everyone coming up: summer reading challenges, a sand sculpture contest, chalk art, a heritage festival, the Lakeshore HBA Parade of Homes, Pride events, and a quilt exhibit.

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