Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

HerStory of Animation 5/28/2026 11:00 AM - 9/13/2026 5:00 PM

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:20:20 GMT

HerStory of Animation: Disney & Beyond is a landmark exhibition showcasing the women who shaped animation history. This groundbreaking exhibition that redefines the history of animation by shining a long-overdue spotlight on the women animators behind classic Disney films. This first-of-its kind exhibition will be premiering May 28 through September 13 at the Muskegon Museum of Art in Muskegon, Michigan.
Spanning more than a century of innovation, from pre-cinematic storytelling traditions to the digital revolution, HerStory of Animation uncovers the essential role of the women who have shaped animation. Visitors will be able to explore production artwork, studio artifacts, rare imagery, and newly uncovered research that reveal the hidden contributions of women whose artistry has long been overlooked.
Among the many women animators featured are:
• Helena Smith Dayton - The earliest known woman animator.
• Lotte Reiniger -The legendary animator/director of the earliest surviving animated feature film.
• Mary Blair - The beloved concept artist behind Disney films such as Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan.
• Lillian Schwartz – The visionary artist who brought animation into the digital age.
• Bessie Mae Kelley – The newly-discovered animator who worked for Bray, Fables and Fleischer Studios, creating the earliest-surviving hand drawn animated films directed by a woman.
The exhibition is curated by Mindy Johnson, award-winning author, historian, filmmaker, and educator. Johnson is a preeminent expert on women’s roles in animation and film history.

Live Music At The Deck With Harry Dean & The Dusty Boys! 9/1/2026 6:00 PM - 9/1/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:14 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Harry started his career as a solo artist writing some of his own songs and playing covers around central & west Michigan. After a year on his own, he started picking up band members to form his band. Giving you a country-rock sound that you'll be sure to love!

All ages are welcome at The Deck for a family friendly environment for the whole gang, including your furry friends! Please note that Pere Marquette is a public beach with paid parking. The Deck is not affiliated with the City of Muskegon, the street's parking meters, or the parking laws.

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Velvet Mushroom Syndicate! 9/2/2026 6:00 PM - 9/2/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:18 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Velvet Mushroom Syndicate formerly known as Jetts is a loose cannon party band playing an eclectic mix of your favorite jam's in an array of genres from Reggae, Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, Country, and Pop & Hip Hop. Going to a Velvet Mushroom Syndicate show is an interactive event where you can croon to your favorite sing- alongs, dance to the funkiest jams, or play air guitar with lead solos that will sting your soul.

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With DaFunk Gang! 9/3/2026 6:00 PM - 9/3/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:22 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Come get funky with DaFunk Gang. You'll be sure to be grooving all night long!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Brother Hyde! 9/4/2026 7:00 PM - 9/4/2026 10:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:25 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Brother Hyde is a multi- genre band playing hits from the 90's, 2000's, and today! You'll be sure to get up and dance!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Post Fontaine! 9/5/2026 2:00 PM - 9/5/2026 5:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:29 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Post Fontaine is a West Michigan trio that features covers from singer- songwriters of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. There will be something for everyone to enjoy, so come on down and listen to amazing acoustics of Post Fontaine.

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Killer Flamingos! 9/5/2026 7:00 PM - 9/5/2026 10:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:47:19 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Detroit's biggest & best party band giving you an unforgettable performance that's packed with high energy & outstanding musicianship! They cover Top 40 across the decades, from the 80's to current hits, with some Motown and familiar favorites sprinkled in.

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Zion Lion! 9/6/2026 12:00 Noon - 9/6/2026 3:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:34 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Zion Lion members are a combination of several bands from the Kalamazoo area that crossed each others path along the way and decided to form what they believe to be the right mix of reggae. Zion Lion have played in small clubs to large cultural festivals including The Kalamazoo Island Festival, Kalamazoo Black Arts Festival, and Grand Rapids Caribbean Festival to name a few. You can't help but get up and dance whenever you hear Zion Lion!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Sushi Roll! 9/6/2026 5:00 PM - 9/6/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:47:23 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Sushi Roll formed in early 2012 and quickly perfected their own unique blend of high-energy dance music and rock-n-roll swagger, topped with cosplay, anime, and super hero inspired costumes. The band is one part driving rock band, one part light hearted pop, and one part over-the-top theatrical verve! Welcome to the Land of Rising Fun!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With The Carl Webb Band! 9/7/2026 12:00 Noon - 9/7/2026 3:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:47:25 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! The Carl Webb Band has been together for 18 years, originally hailing from the Muskegon/Grand Haven area. They play an eclectic mix of everything ranging from The Beatles to Santana, Adele, John Mayer, Johnny Cash, and more! They play for their crowd and whatever the crowd responds to they will perform! Come join the fun!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With The Ladies Night (Taylor Swift Tribute) 9/7/2026 5:00 PM - 9/7/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:37 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! The Ladies Night plays a rocking show that pays tribute to pop divas, with an emphasis on the 90's-00's. These 5 dudes aren't afraid to wear their love for pop stars such as Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Kesha, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Miley Cyrus on their pink glittery sleeves as they rock away to these guilty pleasure singalongs, often in the original key!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Muskegon STARS! Community Orientation - September 2026 9/9/2026 3:00 PM - 9/9/2026 5:30 PM

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:45:15 GMT

The Muskegon Lakeshore is a stunning area filled with fantastic community resources and

exciting activities!

Whether you're new to the area or simply want to stay informed about your community,

you'll enjoy exploring Muskegon County's rich history, vibrant present, and future plans.

Time is set aside for networking, giving you the opportunity to connect with both

newcomers to Muskegon and long-time residents.

Even those who have lived here for years often discover something new!

Those who complete the session will receive a Muskegon STAR! pin and an Experience Pass good for free admission into 10+ Muskegon museums!

Learn About:

Beloved favorites and hidden gems cherished by locals

The best spots for hiking, kayaking, live music, rock climbing, and camping

Unique festivals

Muskegon County history

Muskegon celebrities and professional athletes

What's made in Muskegon County and the top employers

And so much more!

Employers: This is a great way to help orient new hires to the community!

This event contributes to the "Attract", "Retain", and "Teach" goals of the 2026 Annual Theme: The ART of business.

Live Music At The Deck With JP & The Energy! 9/10/2026 5:00 PM - 9/10/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:41 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Playing premier post 2000's modern pop, JP & the Energy really do bring the energy to all of their shows! Hailing from Mid Michigan, they'll get you up and moving all night long!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Funkle Jesse! 9/11/2026 6:00 PM - 9/11/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:45 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Playing music that spans generations, Funkle Jesse is a party band that will keep the dance floor jumping all night. Their always- expanding song selection pulls from a variety of genres: pop, rock, oldies and Motown, classic rock, and current top 40 hits. They feature a blend of voices, guitars, drums, keyboards, and saxophone, all in a high-energy performance!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Union Guns! 9/12/2026 6:00 PM - 9/12/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:47 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Union Guns brings high energy Country to the stage to get you dancing all night long! Union Guns formed in 2008 and are based out of Grand Rapids, MI. They started out as three guys hanging out at a bar with too much beer and not enough music in their lives. They consider themselves to have deep musical roots. Whether you enjoy country or southern rock, they've got it all!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Rick Deez! 9/13/2026 4:00 PM - 9/13/2026 7:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:52 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! West Michigan’s dance party heavyweight cover band rocking the best top 40’s pop, hip-hop, and rock from the 90’s until now! Rocking covers from Snoop Dogg, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Blink-182, Salt N Pepa, Tag Team, Coolio, Katy Perry, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Blink 182, and so many more!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Rusty & The Razorblades! 9/17/2026 5:00 PM - 9/17/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:55 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Rusty and the Razorblades bring you razor sharp rock and roll you'll be sure to rock out to!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With Jedi Mind Trip! 9/18/2026 6:00 PM - 9/18/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:46:59 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Jedi Mind Trip was founded in 1996, and since then, they've been rockin' everywhere from Michigan, all the way to Florida, and everywhere in between! They're a rock band that plays everything from '70s to '80s, to dance rock. Come on down and rock with us!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

September Business for Breakfast 2026 9/18/2026 7:30 AM - 9/18/2026 9:00 AM

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:47:47 GMT

This event contributes to the "Attract", "Retain", and "Teach" goals of the 2026 Annual Theme: The ART of business.

Live Music At The Deck With Global Village! 9/19/2026 6:00 PM - 9/19/2026 9:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:47:02 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! Global Village has been packing the dance floors and keeping those hips shakin' in Mid Michigan for almost 25 years! They boast a three- piece horn section, powerful vocals, a driving rhythm section, and a song list that is sure to make the crowd dance. They have been the premiere party band of the Lansing area and other music scenes.

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!

Live Music At The Deck With The Soul Syndicate! 9/20/2026 4:00 PM - 9/20/2026 7:00 PM

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:47:06 GMT

Come on down to The Deck and enjoy live music on the beach! The Soul Syndicate is an Award winning R&B, funk, and soul dance band from Grand Rapids, MI! They pay tribute to the most influential funk, soul, and R&B artists of our time. This group will deliver an experience that will keep the audience dancing all night long!

For The Deck's full band schedule, menu, hours of operation & info about our location please visit us at www.TheDeckMKG.com!