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Muskegon welcomes Coast West Festival July 1st

Submitted by Andy O'Riley on Monday, June 3rd, 2:52 pm
Muskegon welcomes Coast West Festival July 1st

MUSKEGON, Mich.-- It's kind of hard to believe that July 1 is less than a month away. 

Sure it's been unseasonably cold and rainy and road construction season is upon us, but the start of summer brings renewal to Muskegon!

The Coast West Music Festival will be happening at Heritage Landing beginning July 1st and wrapping up July 6th.  "Why Andy-- what's new about that?" You ask.  Well, it's kind of like this: If you remember back to the Seaway Festival, or maybe Summer Celebration which concluded a great run two years ago, you probably remember the very picturesque setting, the cool breeze coming off Muskegon Lake and the good time had by all with the rides, carnival, music and so on.  New this year, Coast West is all about the music. 

There will be a total of 38 bands over the course of six days.  There will be three stages alternating back and forth with live music.  Miller Lite headliners like Cheap Trick,

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Rockford Farm Market opens June 1

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, May 27th, 2013, 3:51pm
Rockford Farm Market opens June 1

ROCKFORD, Mich.—Voted one of America’s best small-town farmers markets, the Rockford Farm Market is getting ready to open for the season.

The open-air farm market’s opening day is June 1, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Visitors to Rogue Valley Towers parking lot can sift through a variety of Michigan grown produce.  The Rockford Farm Market runs through the last Saturday in October.

Rogue Valley Towers is located at 59 S. Main St. in Rockford.

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'BONA-WHO?' returns to Rockford May 18

Submitted by tom scott (photography), Community Content Provider
Monday, May 13th, 2013, 9:00am
'BONA-WHO?' returns to Rockford May 18

ROCKFORD, Mich.-- May 18th will mark the 4th event that we have hosted to provide a platform for young musicians.

This will be the third titled "BONA-WHO?" which drew its name from a Joe Bonamassa concert I took a number of teenagers to a few years ago. The idea is to provide the chance for young musicians to perform before friends and family in the same event with more developed musicians, allowing them to interact and learn, and to have fun.

We have been gifted again this year with many very talented adult musicians that have agreed to team with these new talents to share music! The amazing thing is, the adults seem to take as much or more from the day than the kids.

Please join us, the event is free, it starts at noon and includes a pig roast! The attached poster lists the bands, location and event limitations. Pray for a sunny day!

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Grand Rapids Beer City USA 2013 - the time to vote is now!

Submitted by dvanderkooi on Thursday, May 9th, 9:00 am
Grand Rapids Beer City USA 2013 - the time to vote is now!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-- There is no question 2012 was great year for Grand Rapids and beer.

A record number of breweries opened, including Eastown’s Harmony, Mitten Brewing, and Grand Rapids Brewing Company as well as both Pike 51 and White Flame in Hudsonville, Perrin in Comstock Park and Rockford Brewing Company. Additionally, Grand Rapid’s most successful brewery, Founders, celebrated their 15 year anniversary in style which included the release of their 15% Bolt Cutter Barleywine. But perhaps the defining moment in 2012 was the nomination and securing of the title Beer City USA in a tied vote along with previous year victors Asheville, North Carolina.

Read Article: http://www.imabeerhound.com/michigan-brewery-news/grand-rapids-beer-city-usa-2013-the-time-to-vote-is-now.html

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Enjoy art from Alpacas at Michigan Fiber Fiesta May 11

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 2:41pm
Enjoy art from Alpacas at Michigan Fiber Fiesta May 11

GREENVILLE, Mich.—Visitors are encouraged to enjoy food, fun and fiber as the Michigan Fiber Fiesta returns to Greenville May 11.

The event will feature the latest yarns, wools and textiles, as well as a spinning cirle, demonstrations and live animals. More than 30 vendors will attend the Michigan Fiber Fiesta, including:

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Rockford Arts Spring Concert

Submitted by tom scott (photography), Community Content Provider
Sunday, April 21st, 2013, 3:49pm
Rockford Arts Spring Concert

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with performances from Rockford’s extremely talented community musicians! Our Community Band, Community Orchestra, Community Choir and Community Children’s Choir will fill the Rockford High School auditorium with warmth and sunshine. Admission is FREE! Save the date – Sunday, April 28th at 3pm.

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Win a makeover for your school from the Detroit Pistons

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Sunday, April 21st, 2013, 9:00am
Win a makeover for your school from the Detroit Pistons

(Detroit Pistons) – Does your library or gym need a new look?

Here’s your chance to win a makeover in the School Makeover contest from the Detroit Pistons and NBA Live, Learn or Play, presented by Farm Bureau Insurance.

The School Makeover, presented by Farm Bureau Insurance and the Detroit Pistons, is accepting submissions from elementary and middle schools in the state of Michigan, through June 1. Submissions at www.nba.com/pistons/farm-bureau-school-makeover should include at least four images of the school’s library or gymnasium to be considered in the selection process.

“Farm Bureau Insurance agents are involved in their local communities all across the state. Michigan isn’t just a market for us, it is our home,” said Vic Verchereau, Farm Bureau Insurance vice president of Marketing. “We firmly believe in supporting safe and clean learning environments for our youth.

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