Downtown Ludington

Lake Jump to benefit Sandcastles

Andy — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:23:37 +0000

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.

Downtown Businesses emerging from hibernation

Andy — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:21:54 +0000

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.

Sportsman’s Restaurant and Irish Pub

Andy — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:34:19 +0000

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!

March at the Mason County District Library

Andy — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:53:31 +0000

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.

Free Ice Cream

Andy — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:48:35 +0000

House of Flavors is offering Free Ice Cream with any meal purchase through March.

February at the Mason County District Library

Andy — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:48:42 +0000

GENEALOGY CLASSES AT MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY

Geneology at the MCDL

Mason County District Library will hold Basic Genealogy classes Tuesday, February 2, and a slightly more advanced class Tuesday, February 9, 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.

WINTER THAW OUT OPEN HOUSE AT MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY

Snowy people of all sizes are invited to Thaw Out at the Mason County District Libraries in Ludington and Scottville Friday, February 5, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday, February 6, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Puzzles, board games, and a craft activity will be available, as well as cocoa and cookies. Children under age 8 MUST be accompanied by an ADULT. ALL Mason County District Library programs are FREE.

MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY MARDI GRAS PARTY

Celebrate with enthusiasm at your Library! There will be a Mardi Gras Party at the Mason County District Library in Ludington Tuesday, February 16, at 4:00 pm. Fun activities, stories, and crafts for a joyful winter celebration. Children of all ages are invited to attend. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.

MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY VALENTINE-CREATING PARTIES

Be Creative at your Library! There will be a Valentine-Creating Party at the Mason County District Library in Ludington Thursday, February 4, at 4:00 pm, and at the Scottville Library Thursday, February 11 at 3:00 pm. Children of all ages are invited to attend. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.

CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR AT THE LIBRARY

Children of all ages are invited to celebrate Chinese New Year (a few days early) at Mason County District Library in Ludington, Thursday, February 11 at 4:00 pm. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. ALL Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.

Cole’s Antiques Villa Annual Appraisal Day – Feb. 6

Andy — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:51:59 +0000

Cole’s Antiques Villa is hosting its annual Appraisal Day on Saturday, February 6th from 10am to 5pm. People may bring one or two items per person for free evaluation. Suggested items are vintage jewelry/watches, postcards, linens, pottery, china, glassware, pictures, lighting, advertising items, trains, toys, hunting/fishing, decoys and local memorabilia. Bring plenty of patience as it will be a very busy day. Be sure to capture the experience…………

For more info see our website.

Winter Thaw Out Schedule

Andy — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:04:26 +0000

Friday, February 5, 2010
All Day Indoor Sidewalk Sales at Participating Stores (Ludington) –
Coles Antiques
February 6th Re-opening for the season: Appraisal Day

Provisions Sport Shop
50% off Columbia & Woolrich outerwear and apparel
Ski Rentals and Snowshoe Rentals
30% off when you buy entire crosscountry ski package

Hallmark
60-75% off select sale merchandise
Store Hours Friday 9:30am-8pm, Sat 9:30am-5:30pm, Sun 12-5pm.

House of Flavors
Free Ice Cream with Any Meal Purchase during the Indoor Sidewalk Sale

108 Threads & BE—–
20% off clothing, Troll Beads Buy 4 beads, get up to a $25 instore voucher to be used for troll beads , camilla–buy silver snap bracelet + 2 beads and you get a bead free.

Raven’s Mens, Women’s & Shoes
50-70% off all fall apparel, coats & boots.
Come in and enter as many times as you come in, we are giving away 4, $50.00 Gift Certificates and 1, $100.00 Gift Certificate.

Todd & Brad Reed Photography
114 W. Ludington Ave.

For every $25 spent in the gallery, receive a free Todd and Brad Reed 2010 Michigan Calendar ($20 value).
Ludington, MI 49431
231-843-0777
Visit us at: www.toddandbradreed.com

Subway
Any regular footlong for $5.00

Luciano’s
Pizza Slice $2.00 + .25 cents each item.
$2.00 Beer & $3.00 wine during the Crazy Hat Crawl

Sportsman’s
$2.00 beers and $2.00 well drinks for Crazy Hat Crawl

Sand Bar
$4.00 Jager bombs for Crazy Hat Crawl

James Street Station
$1.50 drafts until 11pm for Crazy Hat Crawl

Jamesport Brewing Company
Drink Specials, Evening Entertainment featuring Skeleton Crew for Crazy Hat Crawl

Gordy’s
BOGO 50% equal or lesser value on most items
(not limited to, but including: clothing, hats, shoes and backpacks).
9 – 6 pm Open House at the Ludington & Scottville Libraries – www.masoncounty.lib.mi.us
o Hot chocolate and cookies
o Children’s activities and a craft
o Puzzles and board games
6 – 9 pm The Taste of Mason County (Ludington) – www.ludington.org
o Contact: Ludington & Scottville Chamber 231.845.0324
o Location: Ludington Area Center for the Arts
o Local Food
o Beer tasting: Bells, Founders, Jamesport Brewing Company, Mount Pleasant Brewing Company
o Wine tasting: Krolczyk Cellars, Château Grand Traverse & St. Julian’s

Saturday, February 6, 2010
All Day Indoor Sidewalk Sales at Participating Stores (Ludington)
www.downtownludington.org
9 – 5 pm Open House at the Ludington & Scottville Libraries – www.masoncounty.lib.mi.us
o Hot chocolate and cookies
o Children’s activities and a craft
o Puzzles and board games
9 – 11:30 am Snowman Competition (Scottville) – www.scottvillemainstreet.org

o South Main Street
o Enter as a family or youth group and showcase your creativity!
o Prizes furnished by Best Western Splash Park and Hungry Howies Pizza
o Judging is at 11:30 am
11 – 4 pm Quilt Show (Scottville) – www.scottvillemainstreet.org
o At the Scottville Senior Center
11:30 – 2:30 pm Chili Cook Off (Scottville) – www.scottvillemainstreet.org
o Judging is at 12:30 pm (Following the ball drop)
o $5.00 Entry Fee
o Chili available by the bowl for only $2.00
o Pop and bottled water will also be available for $1.00
o Proceeds to benefit the Scottville Area Senior Center
10:30 am Thaw Out Urban Adventure Run (Ludington) – www.phastadventures.com
o Contact: Trailhead Bike Shop 231.845.0545
o 9:30 Pre-Race Registration
o 10:15 Pre-Race Meeting
o Registration, Start, & Finish at 108 Threads
Get registration form here

12 pm Scottville Snowball Drop (Scottville) – www.scottvillemainstreet.org
o South Main Street in front of the Scottville Senior Center
11am Snow Volleyball Tournament (Ludington) – www.downtownludington.org
o Check-in at 11 am / Play begins at 12 pm
o Gift Certificates
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes!
Get Registration Form Here

7 pm Crazy Hat Crawl (Ludington) – www.downtownludington.org
o Wear your “crazy” hat to be eligible for specials at participating locations

Sunday, February 7, 2010

All Day Indoor Sidewalk Sales at Participating Stores (Ludington) – www.downtownludington.org

7- 11 am Morning After Specials at the House of Flavors Restaurant

A night at the movies

Andy — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:47:50 +0000

Third Coast Film Society kicks off its 2010 season with “American Teen” at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan 29 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. The film society plans to screen other award-winning documentaries, foreign films and films usually seen only at film festivals, in big cities or universities throughout 2010.
You can join the film society for $60 or see individual films for $7. Membership forms can be picked up at the art center.

Here fishy, fishy, fishy

Andy — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:47:26 +0000

Try your hand at ice fishing or get to know those who are, at the North American Ice Fishing Tournament here in Ludington Jan 28-31.
A short list of events starts Thursday, Jan 28 from 5-7 p.m. with tournament kick-off party at Sportsman’s. Friday night fisherpersons will register at the launch site on Hamlin Lake at Victory Park. A seminar social takes place for contestants at Ramada Inn starting at 6 p.m.
On Saturday the real fun begins. A kids camp at Hamlin Town Hall takes place at 9:30 a.m. The kids will then be bused to Wilson Hill Park for a camp on ice with food and hot chocolate. While the kids are out on the ice at Wilson Hill, the grownup fisherpersons will be setting up shelters and cutting holes in the ice at Victory Park. Competition fishing begins at 12:30.
Fishing begins on Sunday at 8 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. Weigh-in and awards will be in downtown Ludington right after the fishing ends.
Anyone who wants more information can visit icefishludington.com