Grand rising, West Michigan. Election season is over and regardless of who you voted for at least we can all come together and be thankful all the 24/7 political ads are coming to an end 🛑 👋 

In today’s Lakeshore Current:

• Shanty Creek New Features ⛷️ 

• Giant Bubbles In West MI 🫧 

• Manitou Ferry Service ⛴️ 

Let’s dive in

— Courtland Stansberry

THE DIGEST

107 Year Old Ferry Service May Come To An End

The impending multi-year infrastructure project at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is set to close North and South Manitou Islands, potentially ending the 107-year-old Manitou Island Transit ferry service. North Manitou will close in 2025, followed by South Manitou in 2026, for dock reconstruction and utility upgrades. The ferry service, already struggling, might shut down permanently as the National Park Service plans to close the islands for at least two years. The service has faced ongoing financial difficulties due to unsafe dock conditions, which have prevented it from accessing North Manitou for most of the year. Owners, Jimmy and Megan Munoz, are considering another lawsuit against the Park Service after a previous successful suit in 2021. A federal contract worth nearly $28 million for the project was awarded to Coastal Construction Group. Visitor access will be severely limited during construction, potentially increasing reliance on private boating.

Giant Bubble Show Comes To West Michigan

A fresh entertainment experience is heading to West Michigan this weekend, perfect for families. The Circus Pop! The Giant Bubble Show will be taking place at the Playhouse at White Lake on Saturday, Nov. 9. This one-man spectacle combines magic, music, and bubble artistry.

Bubble artist Logan Jimenez guarantees an “unbelievaBUBBLE” performance, showcasing his skills by transforming soap into whimsical shapes like a volcano, a tennis racket, a snowman, and even crafting a single bubble large enough for six people to fit inside. “This show is truly the only show of its type in the world today,” Jimenez said in a statement. “I can’t wait to share this magical journey with the audience. It doesn’t matter if you are 2 or 102, you love bubbles. And I guarantee you have never seen bubbles like this before.” Visit theplayhouseatwhitelake.org for more information.

Visit The Muskegon Blockhouse

Nestled within Muskegon State Park’s forested dunes, the Blockhouse is a historical replica that has graced the landscape since 1931. Perched atop the highest point in Muskegon County, it offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. This replica of Fort Dearborn, which once stood along the Chicago River, symbolizes the region’s lumber industry and its connection to Chicago's rebuilding after the Great Chicago Fire. Constructed during the Great Depression as part of FDR’s New Deal, the Blockhouse served as a make-work project, employing local workers. It was tragically burned down by arsonists in 1962 but rebuilt two years later through community efforts, including the involvement of the young offenders. Despite facing further threats over the years, the Blockhouse remains a beloved landmark today. While its interior is closed in winter, visitors can still enjoy the stunning panoramic vistas year-round.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Shanty Creek Resort New Features

Shanty Creek Resort in Michigan is introducing several new features this winter season. A highlight is the new Snow Glider, a dual-track sled that accommodates up to 11 passengers for scenic tours of the 5,500-acre property. The resort is also enhancing its Nordic skiing experience with a redesigned trail network.

Additionally, Shanty Creek offers two distinct mountains—Schuss Mountain and Summit Mountain—along with improved snowmaking systems, expanded private ski lessons including night sessions, and new MSnow surfaces at key chairlifts for better control in high-traffic areas. The resort provides skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and more, boasting 18 km of Nordic trails and a multi-lane tubing park. With over 160 inches of annual snowfall, Shanty Creek aims to provide a variety of options for all winter enthusiasts. If you need more details or want reservation information visit here.

Photography Studio Opens At Core Plaza

Lexi Fogle Photography has opened in Core Plaza at 221 W. Webster Ave. in downtown Muskegon, transitioning from My Space Office and Storage. The new studio, located on the second floor, offers greater visibility and networking opportunities, especially with the nearby Lumberman’s Vault food hall set to open soon. The food hall will host various vendors and a cocktail bar, enhancing Fogle's advertising potential. With nearly 10 years of experience, Fogle provides photography packages for weddings, events, and more

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN

MUSKEGON

Thursday - Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Wonderland Distillery - Trivia Night 7pm

Free Thursdays at Muskegon Museum of Art

Friday - Frauenthal Center - Laurie Veldheer 7pm

Trinity Health Arena - Muskegon Lumberjacks Trivia Night 7-10pm

VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center - Port City Spectacular Car Show 4-9pm

Saturday - Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Hoffmaster Turkey Trail 5K Run 10am-1pm

Dune Harbor County Park Dune Ecology Guided Hike 10:30am-12pm

Trinity Health Arena - Muskegon Lumberjacks Military Appreciation Night 7pm

VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center - Port City Spectacular Car Show 9am-9pm

Monday - Pigeon Hill - Trivia Night 7pm

GRAND HAVEN

Thursday- Central Park Place - An Evening at Tiffany’s – 2024 Annual Fashion Show Fundraiser for Mosaic Counseling 4:30-8pm

Friday- Odd Side Live Music 8-11pm

Saturday- Central Park Place - 17th Annual Holiday Craft & Artisan Market 9am-3pm

Monday - Odd side - Pub Trivia Night

HOLLAND

Thursday - Curragh Irish Pub - Trivia Night 8pm

Phelps Dining Hall Presents: A Moment in Time Dinner 5-7pm

Friday - Park Theatre - Award Winning Karaoke Night 8pm

Knickerbocker Theatre - Fall Dance Concert 7:30-9pm

Saturday - Holland Farmers Market 8-2pm

MSA Lakeshore - Holly Jolly Market 12-5pm

Knickerbocker Theatre - Fall Dance Concert 7:30-9pm

Sunday - New Holland Brewing - Trivia Night 6pm

Monday - Curragh Irish Pub - Trivia Night 8pm

WEATHER

Thursday

55 🌡️ 48 | ☀️ |

Friday

55 🌡️ 38 | ☀️ |

Saturday

54 🌡️ 47 | ⛅️ |

Sunday

60 🌡️ 51 | 🌧️ |

Monday

59🌡️ 44 | ⛅️ |

LIVE MUSIC

Grand Armory I Panda Pete I 6:30pm

Sandy Point I Michael Drost Trio I 6pm

Friday

Grand Armory I Lynn and Ian the Moonshine Runners I 6:30pm

Park Theatre I Let There Be Rock + Rocket Queen I 8pm

Itty Bitty Bar I After Party I 9pm

Hops at 84 East I Carl Webb & Tom Hull I 8pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Acoustic Shenanigans I 8pm

Saturday

Red Rooster Tavern I Velvet Mushroom Syndicate I 8pm

The Valkyrie I Dave Burel I 7pm

Grand Armory I Dylan Tolbert I 6:30pm

Hops at 84 East I Nate Holley I 8pm

Itty Bitty Bar I Pretty Rage I 9pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Simply In Time I 8pm

Sunday

Odd side Ales I Scott Pellegrom I 5pm

Sandy Point I Randy Johnson I 5pm

SPORTS

Sunday - Detroit Lions at Houston Texans 8:20pm

THANKS!

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