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February 2019
2019 marks the 150th anniversary (or sesquicentennial) of this event and to mark the celebration, the Manistee County Historical Museum, along with other area businesses and organizations, is hosting a variety of events throughout the year that will help in honoring the past 150 years. For a list of events, visit: https://www.manisteemuseum.org/150-years
Find out more »May 2019
Tight Lines for Troops
Tight Lines for Troops provides veterans with a day of fun camaraderie, and thanks them for their outstanding service to our country. Veterans pay no charter fees, entry fees or banquet fees! Priority is given to WWII and Korean War Veterans, POW's and Purple Heart Recipients. The public is invited to bring their flags to the Manistee River walk on Saturday, May 18th at noon to be a part of the area’s biggest and best salute to these American heroes. Rolling Thunder Michigan…
Find out more »June 2019
Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival
SPIRIT OF THE WOODS FOLK FESTIVAL, 15 June 2019; Brethren, Michigan The 42nd Annual Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival will be held at Dickson Township Park, 14270 Coates Highway, Brethren, Michigan on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 12:00 noon until 10:00 p.m. ,and will feature some of the artists who helped make the festival a success over the last four decades. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. The Spirit of the Woods Music Association, a 501(c)(3) group, is the sponsor of this …
Find out more »July 2019
Manistee National Forest Festival
Celebrating its 83rd year, this is the signature festival for the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. Hosted every year over the 4th of July/Independence Day Holiday, the Manistee National Forest Festival is a beloved tradition. Visit the new event website for the event - Access current schedule, vendor information, map, directions, and much more. Drawing thousands of tourists to the area along with many residents returning with ties to the community, the festival embodies the idea of "Community" that so…
Find out more »August 2019
Onekama Days
Sponsored by the Onekama Lions and the Portage Lake Association (PLA); activities include a Pancake Breakfast at the Lions' Den, 1 Mile Fun Run, 5KDownhill Screamer and Annual 5K Run/Walk, Vaughn Doubles Tennis Tournament, church bazaars, bake sales and luncheons, Arts and Crafts Show, township-wide garage sales, Saturday night Lions’ Club dinner, dances, parade and fireworks. PLA sponsors the popular Classic Car Show, Show and Sell Your Art, “Pig Out for Education” pig roast and Craft Beer Tasting.
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