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SUMMARY:MHM Free Community Days - October: Agriculture Then & Now
DESCRIPTION:Asparagus\, Blueberries\, Celery\, oh my! Come learn all about the variety of crops produced in Muskegon County and the people who grew them in the past and still grow them today.  Our county also processes crops too… and don’t forget the plant tags! Join us for this adventure through agriculture past and present. \nThanks to our event sponsors: \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mhm-free-community-days-october-agriculture-then-now/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum\, 561 W Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Play & Learn Fall ’24 – Spring ‘25
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the second and fourth Thursday of each month\, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. \n“Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this program participants will be invited to join us for a 15-20 minute organized story time followed by free play.  \nRegistration via Zeffy is required but there is no charge for this program. All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/e4967880-0e8c-4e8c-9f98-19b74b521a7b \nThis program will run for 50-60 minutes. During this program adults and children will have fun learning through songs\, stories\, sensory stations\, motor skills stations\, art and more!  We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts.Our themes for this session will be:Sept/Oct: DinosaursNov: Mini & Little Read of the LakeshoreDec: WinterJan/Feb: FeelingsMarch/April: ReptilesMay/June: People Movers \nFunding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/little-learners-play-learn-fall-24-spring-25/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:MHM Free Community Days - Saturdays in October
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission for Muskegon County Residents to the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry. \nSaturdays in October:  11am-4pm \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mhm-free-community-days-saturdays-in-october/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum\, 561 W Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Days
DESCRIPTION:This hour and a half program will invite families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. \nWe will have time as a large group for an introduction and then families will be welcome to explore the theme stations and the museum on their own. Stations will be available until 11:30. \nSchedule:● 10:00 – 10:15 Check in and Big Group Introduction● 10:20-11:30 Theme Stations and independent exploration (There will be at least two; one for older children and one for younger. Families will be welcome to do one the other or both.)● 11:30 Program Ends. Families are welcome to stay or depart. \nThemes:● September 19: The Depression● October 15:  Dinosaurs● November 19: Immigration● December 17: Innovators● January 21:  Microscopic World● February 18:  Food Science & History of Preservation● March 11:  Art and Science Partner with the Art Museum● April 15:  WWII and the Muskegon Homefront● May 20:  Changes in Home Technology \nYou must register via Zeffy for this program. We will be releasing links to sign up two-three months at a time.  Links will be released in August\, October\, December\, & February. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/131123ec-2c0e-4df4-b84b-614323832ab3 \nFunding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/homeschool-days-15/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Uncovering the Clapp Family Mastodon
DESCRIPTION:In 2022 during a dig for a new culvert\, a nearly complete Mastodon skeleton was discovered on the Clapp families’ property in Kent County. Join us as we welcome the lead of this dig Dr. Cory Redman from the Grand Rapids Public Museum as he addresses the commonly asked questions related to the discovery\, excavation\, donation\, curation\, research\, and future plans of the Clapp Family Mastodon. \nRSVP Required. \nPlease visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/3dc765b0-37af-42bc-92d7-ef75e51fb23a or contact Pat at 231-724-5533 or e-mail pat@lakeshoremuseum.orgto rsvp. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out of county. \nFunding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/uncovering-the-clapp-family-mastodon/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241018T173000
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SUMMARY:Friday Family Fun Night: Smashing Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again! Join the museum for our annual Smashing Pumpkins event where you can launch a pumpkin at the building. There will also be pumpkin painting\, exploding pumpkins\, and scavenger hunts. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite pumpkin carved by museum staff and local organizations. Pumpkins will be available for free on a first come\, first serve basis. \nThis event is free for Muskegon County residents and $5 for non-residents. \nFunding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/friday-family-fun-night-smashing-pumpkins-6/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Play & Learn Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the third Saturday of October\, November\, January\, February\, March\, April & May. \nOctober 19November 16January 18February 15March 15April 19May 17 \nLittle Learners is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this 50-60 minute program\, participants will be invited to join us for a 15-20 minute organized storytime with songs followed by free play including sensory stations\, fine and gross motor skills stations\, art stations\, and more. \nRegistration via Zeffy is required but there is no charge for this program. All attendees must register\, including caregivers & siblings. \nRegister here:   https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/098774bf-7e54-4967-be72-8a710c2a8064 \nWe will have a free book for families to take home\, as well as special crafts and activities to do. \nOur themes for this session will be:Oct: DinosaursNov: Mini & Little Read of the LakeshoreDec: WinterJan/Feb: FeelingsMarch/April: ReptilesMay: People Movers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/little-learners-play-learn-saturdays/2024-10-19/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Program/Event,Lakeshore Museum Center
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SUMMARY:MHM Free Community Days - Saturdays in October
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission for Muskegon County Residents to the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry. \nSaturdays in October:  11am-4pm \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mhm-free-community-days-saturdays-in-october/2024-10-19/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum\, 561 W Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Play & Learn Fall ’24 – Spring ‘25
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the second and fourth Thursday of each month\, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. \n“Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this program participants will be invited to join us for a 15-20 minute organized story time followed by free play.  \nRegistration via Zeffy is required but there is no charge for this program. All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/e4967880-0e8c-4e8c-9f98-19b74b521a7b \nThis program will run for 50-60 minutes. During this program adults and children will have fun learning through songs\, stories\, sensory stations\, motor skills stations\, art and more!  We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts.Our themes for this session will be:Sept/Oct: DinosaursNov: Mini & Little Read of the LakeshoreDec: WinterJan/Feb: FeelingsMarch/April: ReptilesMay/June: People Movers \nFunding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/little-learners-play-learn-fall-24-spring-25/2024-10-24/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tots Trick-or-Treat
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a family friendly\, weather-proof trick-or-treat location for your preschool aged children? Join us for a spooktacular time on Saturday\, October 26! \nAdmission is free for Muskegon County residents and museum members. Non-resident children 12 & under are free with paid adult admission. \nCandy available while supplies last. \nFunding for this program has been provided by the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/tiny-tots-trick-or-treat-2/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum\, 561 W Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Program/Event,Muskegon Heritage Museum
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SUMMARY:MHM Free Community Days - Saturdays in October
DESCRIPTION:FREE Admission for Muskegon County Residents to the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry. \nSaturdays in October:  11am-4pm \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/mhm-free-community-days-saturdays-in-october/2024-10-26/
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