11th Annual Lake Jump. March 20. Benefits Children’s Museum
WMOM Lake Jump
(Ludington, MI–2/8/10)–It’s become the rite of spring in Western Michigan. This year’s Ludington Lake Jump promises not to disappoint. The new Ludington Lake Jump Committee announces the 11th annual event will be held at Stearn’s Park Beach on Saturday, March 20, 2010. Jumpers will take the icy plunge at 11 a.m. This year’s beneficiary is The Sandcastles Children’s Museum at the corner of Ludington Avenue and Robert Street.
The Lake Jump began as a joke 10 years ago between two WMOM personalities.
In 2001 the event was first used as a fund raiser. Since then it has generated nearly $250,000 for community projects. Last year, WMOM entrusted future events in the hands of a committee. This year’s Ludington Lake Jump is chaired by Patrick Lopeman, president of Bay View Broadcasting/WMOM.
Sandcastles Children’s Museum Board President Kristin Korendyke said that the Sandcastles Board wants to express its gratitude to the Lake Jump committee for choosing the Museum this year. “After overwhelming attendance of 13,000 people in 2009 and receiving terrific support from our community and the surrounding area, Sandcastles Children’s Museum is anxious to secure a permanent home and continue to provide an environment that encourages and inspires children to create, explore, and discover. Sandcastles is committed to providing the children of our community opportunities to learn and grow in positive ways. We are asking the community to work together to “Build a Stronger Sandcastle” and help us with our vision and donate to The Sandcastles Building Fund.
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Several downtown businesses that close for a few months are opening soon, Lindsay’s Furniture opens on the 3rd, Chef Johns is now open, Le Serving Spoon opens on the 8th, and Old Hamlin will re-open on the 26th. In other news check out Leo’s remodeling at Luciano’s.
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Trivia Thursdays Continue all through March
St Patricks Day March 17th. Music by our special band, the Shillelaghs and Tangle Eye. Live Broadcasts all day by WMOM Green beer, Corned Beef and Prizes, Beads, hats and more!
Boiled Shrimp Special Every Saturday Night!
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BALLOON ANIMALS AT MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
Children old enough to tie shoes are invited to Mason County District Library in Scottville Thursday, March 4, 2:00-6:00 pm to learn to make balloon animals. Call 757-2588 for information. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. All Mason County District Library programs are free.
DR. SEUSS BIRTHDAY PARTY AT THE LIBRARY
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Children of all ages are invited to attend a Birthday Party for the beloved children’s author on Thursday, March 4, 4:00 pm at the Mason County District Library in Ludington. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Library programs are free of charge.
MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY MARCH IS READING MONTH BOOKMARK CONTEST
To celebrate March is Reading Month, the Mason County District Libraries in Ludington and Scottville are sponsoring a children’s bookmark contest. Artists may pick up an entry form at either the Ludington or the Scottville building. Entries must be returned to the library by 6 pm, Friday, March 19, 2010. Winning entries will be reproduced and distributed at the Mason County District Libraries in Ludington and Scottville.
GENEALOGY CLASSES AT MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
Mason County District Library will hold Basic Genealogy classes Tuesday, March 9, and a slightly more advanced class Tuesday, March 16, 6:00 pm at the Ludington Library. Beginning family researchers will learn how to get started, what resources are available at the library and on the web. They will learn how to locate and use other local resources for their research. Students will have the opportunity to begin their search on the internet with the instructor’s assistance. Space is limited. Registration is REQUIRED. Please call 843-8465 to register. All Mason County District Library programs are free.
EASTER EGG DECORATING CONTEST AT THE LIBRARY
Mason County District Library will host an Easter egg decorating contest Thursday, March 11, 1:00 to 6:00 pm at the Ludington and Scottville Libraries. Anyone interested is invited to help build the new children’s room by creating a decorated cardboard cutout Easter egg. Participants may drop by either Library any time between 1:00 and 6:00 pm to create their egg. All supplies and materials for the “eggs” will be provided by the library. Completed Easter eggs will be displayed at the Ludington Library from March 16 until April 6. Easter eggs will be judged by the $1 per vote method. The decorated “egg” with the most votes wins the contest. Vote money will be contributed to the Ludington Library Just Imagine Expansion Campaign. Call 231-843-8465 for information. Children under age 8 MUST be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library events are free of charge.
SPRING CELEBRATION AT THE LIBRARY
There will be a Spring Celebration at the Mason County District Library in Ludington, 217 East Ludington Avenue, Thursday, March 25, 4:00 pm. Children who are old enough to use scissors and other tools of creation on their own are invited to attend. Call 843-8465 for information. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are FREE.
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House of Flavors is offering Free Ice Cream with any meal purchase through March.
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