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New Year’s Eve at the Inn
New Year’s Eve at the Inn
Enjoy a New Year's Eve dinner at Old Channel Inn and look forward to surf & turf, along with your favorite Inn classics. Reservations are highly recommended. Call 231-893-3805.
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Throughout the year, White Lake is proud to host a range of fun and exciting community festivals as well as chamber of commerce events. From seasonal festivals like Pumpkinfest, to arts and culture events like the Free Summer Concert Series at the Montague Band Shell, these occasions bring together visitors, community members, businesses, and more.
To see what’s coming up this month in White Lake, check out our events calendar below. Narrow your search by selecting a specific category.
Ring in the New Year with a Trivia Throwback to 2023 at Big Shotz Bar! Games start at 7pm! Stop in early to fill up on the new authentic taqueria style tacos! As we bid farewell to an incredible year, let's rewind and reminisce with a special trivia night tomorrow! Get ready to put your knowledge […]
Established in 1915, to support the 1916 building of The Playhouse at White Lake, the White Lake Dramatic Club (WLDC) returns to The Playhouse with an open invitation Community Playreading event on Wednesday, January 3, at 6:30 p.m. Any interested community member aged 18 and over is encouraged to enjoy the community connection and artistic […]
Friday and Saturday Dinners 5:30 - 8:00 pm Three Dine-In Reservation Times Available: 5:30 pm, 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm Reservations highly recommended. Each dinner includes one trip to the salad bar and a choice of baked potato, french fries, rice or vegetable, unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Salad Bar only available for $11.95.
A guitarist and songwriter for Desmond Jones, Isaac Berkowitz brings forward an eclectic mix of country, rock, jazz, and folk music. Come check him out at Sawyer's! https://www.facebook.com/IsaacBerkowitzMusic/
We are going to host our first ever karaoke night on Saturday, January 6th with the one and only Terry "Koz" Kosloski! Christine from the kitchen will be there, will you???
From our own beautiful hometown Montague, MI, Penny has combined her love of singing with her new-found talent for playing the ukulele! Her fun, lighthearted repertoire of covers include a variety of genres from Jason Mraz to Broadway musicals – Songs you’ll want to sing along with and enjoy!
Every Monday. Music bingo is fun and exciting. With songs replacing the numbers on a bingo card, this game can be played by many. After receiving a card, the host will play music, and if you have that song listed on your card, you tick it off. No fee to play just a lot of […]
The White River Rock, Gem and Mineral Club is a non-profit organization whose members share an interest in rocks, gems, minerals, and Fossils. Our club is a member of the Midwest Federation of Mineralogical & Geological Societies, as well as, the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies. Our goal is to bring Parents and Children into […]
Join us every Monday for the dumbest trivia around hosted by Steve Ogden. 1st place – $25 gift card & Mug Club Membership for the week until next weeks champ is crowned. 2nd place – $15 gift card & Respect! 3rd place – A high five and a beer from RJ, but only for 1 […]
This low to moderate intensity total body workout is designed with functional exercises to meet your physical needs. Are you looking to set exercise goals and take steps to reach them or to be motivated? Do you want to feel more flexible? You can select the weight and speed at which you work out. You […]
Cardio Drumming is a workout unlike any other! By combining a stability ball and drumsticks with upbeat music, this is an opportunity to get moving regardless of fitness level. Using your entire body, this is sure to be one of the most fun workouts you've ever had! This class is very popular and fills up […]
For Tuesday 1/9/24... definitely typed 23 before realizing it is indeed 24... Happy new year! Get ready to tune in, music maestros! Our Music Trivia Night is on the horizon, and we've got some ear-tastic categories for you! 1. Interesting Instruments: Can you pick out the peculiar from the usual? Get ready to unravel the mysteries of […]
Middle and High School students are invited to the ACWL-Nuveen for Open Studio sessions on Wednesdays between 3:00 and 5:00, p.m. ACWL-Nuveen staff will be available to help students with art projects. Students are welcome to bring in projects they are already working on or just an idea for something new. They will be able […]
Let loose in this painting class focused on exploratory methods of painting. Using a variety of materials, including brushes, textures, stamps, stencils, markers, and pastels, student will create a unique piece in their own voice. Throughout the class, we will discuss both abstract and non-objective styles of art. Final pieces will be done on a […]
The ACWL-Nuveen classroom studio will be available for you to work on creative projects starting Thursday, January 11, from 11:00 - 1:00 pm and will continue to be offered the 2nd & 4th Thursday every month thereafter. Participants are welcome to bring studio materials from home or have fun exploring the plethora of supplies on hand […]
It is time to spend time with family and friends. It's Friday Night Karaoke at Big Shotz. The best bar in town with a terrific staff. Come and sing your heart out because the selection is big. Have a cold one and dance the night away. Guaranteed to have a fun night. Thank you for supporting […]
Did you know Billie Jean by Michael Jackson is rumored to be the #1 most sung at karaoke? Think you can do it the best or do you have an even better jam in your back pocket? Come show off! We always have a great time out on the patio with a night full of […]
Kyle is a multi-instrumentalist singer songwriter from West Michigan. Learn more about Kyle's music here: (https://www.facebook.com/KyleBrownMusic)
Karaoke with DJ Nick, thousands of songs to choose from and cold drinks. Sounds like exactly what you'd want for a fun Saturday night out. Thank you for supporting Big Shotz
Learn the basics of crochet in a two-part class throughout the month. Click here to register.
Join us for live music from Larry Pischel at Sawyers Brewing!
Witchcraft Lemonade is a hard/modern rock band performing a mixture of their originals and rock covers from the 70's-present. Their quick riffs, universal lyrics & dynamic backbone make them the premier rock band. They've opened for national acts Saliva & Trapt in 2019 and have been performing throughout the Midwest at venues such as "The […]
Rock, pop and blues from a multi-generational perspective. We play the music YOU love. Our mission is to bring back good memories and bring on new ones. We play songs that you can sing along too and our music is very danceable.
Lerone Martin is an associate professor of religious studies at Stanford University and an award-winning author. He will highlight his book, The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover, and discuss the historical and legal context of government surveillance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., its implications for the Civil Rights Movement, and lessons learned to be […]
A new year means new changes. Dannyz has an assortment of events coming. Therefore, we will be moving euchre from Wednesday night to Monday night. This will start January 15th at 6:00 PM. We welcome beginners, couples and anyone interested in the game. Feel free to come alone or bring a friend. We would love […]
Dan Tepfer is a pianist-composer who’s recorded, performed, and composed around the world. He will share how his performances incorporates musical improvisation and computer programming accompaniment. He’ll also discuss how composers as far back as Bach used algorithms and logical systems in famous works. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library 12-30-1:30pm. Hot […]
Join MJ Ernst for a unique approach to portrait sketching - we will make it a party of sorts! Students will learn basic face proportions and some strategies to sketch a face in 10 minutes. After instruction and demos, we will sit in a circle and sketch each other. By the end of the class […]
Robert George is a McCormick professor of jurisprudence and the director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University. He’ll pull on his knowledge in law and theology to present how governments are obligated to respect and protect religious freedom for the sake of the basic human right of religion […]
What To Expect: Presentation on the basics of budgeting 1 on 1 help to create your own personalized budget Free Gift Swag for the first 10 people! What To Bring: Billing Statements for Debts Utilities Monthly subscriptions
New Year brings New Locations. We are happy to welcome Dannyz Rothbury Tavern into the DJ Trivia family! The FUN starts at Danny Z’s on Wednesday January 17th! Thank you for supporting Dannyz Rothbury Tavern.
Caroline Randall Williams is an award-winning poet, young adult novelist, and cookbook author as well as an activist, public intellectual, performance artist, and scholar. Through her discussion on Soul Food and the Collective Cultural Memory she’ll reclaim the reclaim the narrative of health and body preservation through Black cuisine and dispel the myths about “soul […]
White Lake VFW Post 3256 Thursday Night Euchre Cost: $10.00 Please join us in a Euchre Tournament. It is fun and exciting. Come alone or bring a friend. The more the merrier. This event is opened to the public. Thank you for supporting the Veterans.
Karaoke with DJ Nick, thousands of songs to choose from and cold drinks. Sounds like exactly what you'd want for a fun Friday night out. The kitchen is opened. Come and try some amazing food. Thank you for supporting Big Shotz.
Matthew Desmond is a sociologist, MacArthur Fellowship recipient, and the founder and principal investigator of the Eviction Lab at Princeton University. In his latest book, Poverty, By America, draws on history, research, and original reporting to show how poverty in the U.S. persists because the rest of us benefit from it. Watch the livestream […]
SNOW TUBING HILL at Double JJ Resorts Fly down a 660-ft run and let the tow rope pull you back to the top. Warm up around the bonfire or inside at the snack shack where you’ll find hot cocoa, beer specials, and treats. $19 per session Must be 38″ or taller “and be able to […]
White Lake VFW Post 3256 Friday Night Dinner Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Phone: 231-894-6064 Menu: Steak is grilled to order, baked potato, baked beans, green beans, salad, garlic bread. Cost: $15.00 per person. $8.00-Salad bar. We are dine-in and carry-out. This event is opened to the public. Thank you for supporting the Veterans.
Karaoke with DJ Nick, thousands of songs to choose from and cold drinks. Sounds like exactly what you'd want for a fun Saturday night out. Kitchen is open until 10pm. Thank you for supporting Big Shotz.
The Mobile Food Pantry provides a variety of wholesome foods to anyone in need. Coming to White Lake on Saturday January 20th 10:00-11:30am at White Lake Congregational United Church of Christ.
Student ages 5-14 will break into smaller age groups to explore the magic of movement in our enchanting musical theater dance workshop for kids! Creativity will be unleashed through rhythmic expression, as we learn fundamental dance techniques, and set the stage for a dazzling performance. Join us for a toe-tapping, twirl-filled adventure where young performers […]
Kendall Vanderslice is a baker, writer, and the founder of the Edible Theology Project, an educational nonprofit connecting the Communion table to the kitchen table. Through her work in food studies and theology, she explores the ways God uses the table to restore communities and creation. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library […]
Dr. Lydia Dugdale is an internal medicine primary care doctor and a medical ethicist. She’s also a Columbia University professor and director of the Center for Clinical Medical Ethics. In her new book, The Lost Art of Dying, Dugdale offers insight and thoughtful guidance on how to die well. She guides readers to recover their […]
Niala Boodhoo ’96 is an Axios journalist and podcast host, as well as guest host for 1A on NPR. She’ll discuss the importance of living outside of an echo chamber and the ways the human voice can help us change our perspectives. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library 12-30-1:30pm. Hot beverages will […]
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help of all kinds, right in your community. Need help with food, housing, or paying bills? Need support in a family crisis or community disaster? We’re here for you. Any time. All the time. Just call, text, or search online and we’ll get you connected. The Viking […]
Tommy Caldwell is a talented rock climber, with numerous accomplishments in sport, traditional, and free climbing, big wall first ascents, and speed records. He’ll share the ways he’s found the route for success with stories of his nationally-recognized climbs—including a hostage situation in Kyrgyzstan—and life struggles. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library […]
Sample at variety of chili's and enjoy a bowl of your favorite. While you're here, take a tour of The Oaks with April and receive a prize for touring. Don't forget to take a bowl of chili to go! RSVP at (231)672-2796 by 1/20/24
Chris Rogers will be sharing her knowledge and love for making jewelry with found stones! Wire will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own tumbled or rough stone to wrap. If you don't have one, we will have some on hand for you to choose from, or we encourage you to swing […]
Felicia Wu Song is a cultural sociologist who studies the place of digital technologies in contemporary life. She’ll share information on the rapidly evolving digital technology industry and how the adoption of social media and digital devices alters the landscapes of family, community, and organizational life. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library […]
Join us for live music from David Martin and Shawn Watkins at Sawyers Brewing!
Enjoy this mid-winter musical comfort meal of Mozart and Beethoven. Pianist Terrance Wilson is widely-known for his interpretations of Mozart. Scott Speck conductor Terrence Wilson piano Jessie Montgomery: Strum Mozart: Piano Concerto no. 21 Beethoven: Symphony no. 6 (Pastoral) Enjoy this night of classical piano when Terrance Wilson joins your West Michigan […]
Come join me in a paint & sip class at Danny’Z RT. This is for people with no art background whatsoever or who consider themselves an artist! I will guide you through an acrylic painting on a 9x12 inch canvas. At this particular session, we are going to be working on a flower piece, to […]
Eric Hilliard Nelson (May 8, 1940 – December 31, 1985) was an American musician and actor. From age eight he starred alongside his family in the radio and television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1957, he began a long and successful career as a popular recording artist. Join Ferrel Cordle, musician and […]
On the heels of his performance with Scott Speck and West Michigan Symphony, pianist Terrence Wilson will put The Block’s Steinway through its paces in an inspiring solo recital. Terrence Wilson will perform on January 27th at 7:30 pm, with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
Social Media Mondays: What you’ll get: • Dedicated time to knock a tedious task off your to-do list • A community of other small business owners and marketing people to bounce ideas off of • National day calendar for the upcoming month • Access to photography lights & backdrops • A change of scenery for […]
Jacob Goldstein is an NPR correspondent and podcast host. His interest in technology and the changing nature of work has led him to stories on UPS, the Luddites, and the history of light. His current work looks at the big picture of new technologies such as AI and the future of work. Goldstein looks at […]
Daniel Bowman Jr. is a novelist, poet, and professor, who received an autism diagnosis at age 35. He will offer insights on autism, relationships, faith, and the gift of neurodiversity through stories of his heartbreaks and triumphs. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library 12-30-1:30pm. Hot beverages will be available, and you're welcome […]
The White Lake Chamber Music Society will present the 2024 Winter Lecture Series, featuring engaging and stimulating presentations! From January through March, a wide variety of expertise and talent will be showcased. This is sponsored by MADL – the Muskegon Area District Library. On January 30, retired American and World History teacher Erin Walling will […]
Joanne Diaz and Abram Van Engen are podcast co-hosts Poetry for All, where they read a poem, discuss it, see what makes it tick, learn how it works, grow from it, and then read it again. During the January Series, they’ll do a live recording of their show with guest Marilyn Nelson, a three-time finalist […]
Back by popular demand we are kicking off the New Year with a series of craft nights and the guys of Stolan Acres are back with some beautiful new pieces for you to create! Attendees will be able to choose from a selection of Valentines door hangers and a lovable Valentines Gnome. We'll also have […]
This 6-week course will cover the basics of throwing on the wheel. We will go over everything from wedging, centering, creating cylinder and bowl shapes, finishing, and glazing techniques. This is a hands-on class that will allow beginners to get a feel for this art form and improve their skills in clay! Class fee […]
Timothy Dalrymple is a former national champion gymnast who turned to academia following an accident in college where he broke his neck. He helped launch patheos.com and Polymath, and he currently serves as Christianity Today’s President and CEO. Watch the livestream at White Lake Community Library 12-30-1:30pm. Hot beverages will be available, and you're […]
Prerequisite: Beginner Wire Wrapping or previous knowledge of basic wrapping techniques. Students will be given a cabochon and led through the techniques used to create a beautiful pendant. Once they have the basics of this wrap, they will then be able to adapt it to other shapes such as hearts, teardrops or freeforms. Participants are […]
Pearl Shangkuan is a highly sought-after conductor, lecturer, and clinician. She’s led performances, seminars, and workshops on six continents, and she is a beloved professor and the director of choral activities at Calvin University. She will reflect on her musical endeavors that have taken her around the world and, most importantly, the ways God’s grace […]
A weekend of great events that encourage you to celebrate winter while wandering the unique little cities of Montague and Whitehall that make up the White Lake Area. Remember to post photos of your Wanderland experiences on your page using the hashtag #whitelakewanderland24 and be sure your post is public so we can see it! […]
White Lake VFW Post 3256 Friday Night Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Cost: $15.00 Call: 231-894-6064 Menu: Fish Fry, Cole Slaw, Dinner, Baked Potato, or French Fries. We have dine-in or carry-out available. This event is opened to the public. Thank you for supporting the Veterans.
This free event is for all ages! Join the community at the Whitehall social district at the top of the sledding hill for winter fun, social sips, food vendors, and music. The White Lake Snowfarmers will be serving free hot cocoa. There's a big firepit lit. This also serves as a kick-off for the 2024 […]
Cost: $15.00 Call: 231-894-6064 Menu: Fish Fry, Cole Slaw, Dinner, Baked Potato, or French Fries. We have dine-in or carry-out available. This event is opened to the public. Thank you for supporting the Veterans.
Ruth & Max Bloomquist FIRST FRIDAYS MICHIGAN MUSIC SERIES WINTER KCKOFF FEBRUARY 2, 6:30 PM The Playhouse at White Lake Tickets $20 advance/$25 day of show West Michigan musical icons Ruth and Max celebrate 45 years of performing their style of Acoustic Americana, with roots in Folk, Bluegrass, and traditional Country music. Ruth is well […]
Learn the fundamental techniques of creating pottery on a pottery wheel. In this class, participants will learn how to center clay on the wheel, shape it into various forms such as bowls, cups, and vases, and trim and finish their pieces. The class is designed for individuals with little to no experience in pottery, as […]
Design and build a person powered, corrugated cardboard sled capable of withstanding up to 3 people for a slide down the Town Sledding Hill! How creative can you be using only corrugated cardboard as a building material? Awards given for fastest, best looking, and most team spirit along with a Solo Cup Division!
Join us for a Pub Crawl benefitting families in need in the White Lake Community! Snowy Sips White Lake Pub Crawl — Let's crawl through the local community while raising money for families in need in our area. For more information, find us on Facebook! We are so thankful for our generous sponsors. Registration includes […]
Students ages 6-10 will paint a colorful night sky full of stars amidst a city and/or forest skyline silhouette. Each student will create their own piece using acrylic paints, painters tape, and pens and markers on a heavy-weighted mixed-media paper that will be available to take home the same day. We will be learning the […]
Hosted by Sawyers Brewing Company Bring your snowshoes or borrow some at the location and solve the puzzle with a fun walk in the woods in your snowshoes. Maybe you'll win one of the prizes! This event is part of the 2024 Winter Wanderland event put on by the White Lake Wanderland group. Remember to post […]