West Michigan News

Kickoff the Spring Season with Family Fun at the Muskegon Museum of Art

 The Muskegon Museum of Art is excited to kick off the spring season with family friendly fun! From opening our Postcard Salon show and Mo Willems & Friends Illustration Exhibition...

Two Free Public Events Planned During 5th Annual Walloon Lake Writer’s Retreat

As part of the 5th Annual Walloon Lake Writer’s Retreat in April, two events are being planned that are free and open to the public.   A screening of the 2023 movie The Marsh...

West Michigan Weekend: March Mannequins, French Flavors at The Morris Estate & the Women’s Expo

March brings plenty of exciting events across West Michigan, from the lively March Mannequins street event in St. Joseph to a month-long culinary celebration during Savor the Shoreline, plus a special dining...

Coldwater Board of Public Utilities to Sponsor ‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’ at Tibbits Opera House

  Tibbits Opera House wishes to extend its appreciation to the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities for its sponsorship of “The Marvelous Wonderettes” as a part of this year’s Summer...

Paddle Antrim Executive Director Appointed to Michigan State Waterways Commission

 Paddle Antrim is proud to announce that Executive Director Deana Jerdee has been appointed to the State Waterways Commission by Gretchen Whitmer. Jerdee will serve as a member of the general public for a...

Set Sail on History: Michigan Maritime Museum Seeks Volunteer Crew for Tall Ship

Adventure awaits on the Great Lakes! The Michigan Maritime Museum is calling on aspiring sailors and history enthusiasts to join the volunteer crew of Friends Good Will for the 2026 sailing season. This is...

Muskegon and the Interurban: An Evening Exploring the Electric Railway That Connected West Michigan

Learn how electric rail once connected West Michigan communities during “Muskegon and the Interurban,” a special evening lecture exploring the rise and decline of the interurban railway system that...

Learn About Raptors and Their Care at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

Join the W.K. Kellogg BIrd Sanctuary staff for a special glimpse into caring for the Sanctuary’s resident birds of prey. Behind the Scenes: Raptors will take place on three different Saturdays this...

Lest We Forget of Southwest Michigan Planning Annual Reenactment Weekend July 18 – 19

Lest We Forget of Southwest Michigan is planning their annual reenactment weekend scheduled for July 18 - 19, 2026 at Riverview Park in St. Joseph. Previous themes have included WWII, Korea, Vietnam, The U.S...

Grass River Natural Area Events and Programs for March