March 13th, 2007
If you're in Muskegon for St. Patrick's day, you can experience three floors of "Irish" fun. The event, sponsored by Mercy General Health Partners, will be held in the Hilt Building & Frauenthal Theater on Western Avenue in downtown Muskegon. Entertainment will include Kennedy's Kitchen, the Muskegon Police Pipe & Drum Band, and the Heinzman dancers. McGovern's catering will provide the Irish delectables including corned beef sandwiches and potato soup. There will also ...
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March 8th, 2007
Well I do. Monday is my birthday - yeh! Here are some great places to celebrate your birthday in Muskegon, well and also places to get a free meal, or at least a free dessert.
Johnny Carino's near Lakes Mall. Complimentary sundae for the birthday girl/boy.
City Cafe (one of my top 3 favorite restaurants in Muskegon). Option of free bread pudding or a free sundae with ...
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March 2nd, 2007
Well, we are all (especially my husband and I) sorry that Muskegon's attempt at having a semi-professional basketball team (the Mayhem) failed only after 2 seasons. Nevertheless, we are hopeful that the new arena football will have great success in our community.
The Muskegon Thunder will host a Kick Off Party on Saturday, March 17 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at ...
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February 27th, 2007
I don't know about you but about this time in the year I get a little tired of the snow and the cold. Perhaps that's the reason/purpose for Spring Break/Spring Recess. Anyway, in planning for my Spring Break, I learned about a great deal through Mid-West Airlines. With a 21-day advanced booking, you can fly from Muskegon to Atlanta, (or HotLanta as we call it) GA for $216 round ...
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February 23rd, 2007

1. 10 bands will compete in the battle of the (teen) bands on Saturday at noon. The event will be held at Mick's Dance Hall on Mill Iron & Broadway. The winner will perform this year at Summer Celebration and proceeds benefit Webster House Youth Services. Admission is only $3.
2. Vin Vendue - Wine Tasting & Auction, Sat. Feb. 24, ...
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February 20th, 2007
Great wine, food, truffles & items to bid on in a charity auction. All of this & more is to be had at Vin Vendue 2007 hosted by Volunteer Muskegon. My husband and I enjoy the fun every year. Although we are not wine connoisseurs, we enjoy sampling food from local restaurants (especially the desserts and chocolates) and bidding on great items. Last year my ...
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February 15th, 2007
For Adults -
Last weekend to see "The Star Spangled Girl" at the Double JJ Dinner Theater in Rothbury. Tickets are $32.95 per person. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. This show is not appropriate for children.
Mardi Gras Muskegon - The Muskegon Woman's Club is hosting a Mardi Gras party at their headquarters on Webster Avenue in downtown Muskegon. A buffet featuring good ole' cajun/New ...
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February 13th, 2007
Valentine's Day is tomorrow and top on many couples list is to go out to dinner. Here are my top ten choices for "romantic" dining in the Muskegon area.
10. Hobo's in North Muskegon. Sounds strange for a romantic meal but it is nice for a more casual yet romantic night out. They specialize in soups, stews and burgers. Hefty portions and good desserts. Very economical as ...
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February 7th, 2007
The Miss Shoreline Scholarship Pageant and the Miss Shoreline's Outstanding Teen Pageant will be held in Muskegon this Saturday at Muskegon Heights High School. The teen pageant will be held at noon, and the Miss Shoreline Pageant at 6:30 p.m. For more information contact Stephanie Marion at (231) 736-7940, or Heather Lee at (231) 780-4298. The Miss Shoreline pageant is affiliated with the Miss Michigan/Miss American Scholarship Programs. You can visit ...
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February 4th, 2007
Muskegon, Michigan has been placed on the "football map" because of Muskegon High School's wide receiver/defensive back Ronald Johnson. Ronald Johnson (affectionately known as "RoJo̶
helped to lead his team to victory in the state championships held at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Johnson is ranked #8 in the nation among high school football players, and was recently named to the Parade All-America High School Football Team. He is also ...
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