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Grab the crew and head to Sherman Bowling Center, the Muskegon standby for wallet-friendly lanes, leagues that actually stick, and youth…

1531 W Sherman Blvd

Grab the crew and head to Sherman Bowling Center, the Muskegon standby for wallet-friendly lanes, leagues that actually stick, and youth programs that keep kiddos smiling instead of gutter-diving.

From the Muskegon newsletter, September 16, 2026

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Need a little mastodon-sized boost this week? Moxie The Mastodon Art Work is a life-sized bronze you can actually climb, plus a Mastodons…

430 W Clay Ave

Need a little mastodon-sized boost this week? Moxie The Mastodon Art Work is a life-sized bronze you can actually climb, plus a Mastodons on the Loose scavenger hunt with 20 Mini Moxies by Gillie and Marc, all celebrating Michigan’s official state fossil.

From the Muskegon newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Between classic fairways and breezy lake views, Muskegon Country Club nails the hometown golf vibe with a proper clubhouse for dining, a…

2801 Lakeshore Dr

Between classic fairways and breezy lake views, Muskegon Country Club nails the hometown golf vibe with a proper clubhouse for dining, a pool, and a deck that begs for one more round. Members get access to six West Michigan courses with a single membership, plus leagues, lessons, and simulators when the snow shows up.

From the Muskegon newsletter, September 9, 2026

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When you need a quick culture break, Muskegon Museum of Art delivers with a permanent collection from Edward Hopper and Elizabeth Catlett…

296 W Webster Ave

When you need a quick culture break, Muskegon Museum of Art delivers with a permanent collection from Edward Hopper and Elizabeth Catlett to Dale Chihuly, plus exhibitions that really do rotate. Check events for demos, films, and family activities, or drop into classes if you’re feeling crafty.

From the Muskegon newsletter, August 20, 2026

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Getty Drive-In

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Skip the couch and catch a double feature at Getty Drive-In, a Muskegon favorite with four screens, in-car FM sound, and a concession stand…

920 E Summit Ave

Skip the couch and catch a double feature at Getty Drive-In, a Muskegon favorite with four screens, in-car FM sound, and a concession stand that keeps the popcorn flowing. It’s the low-key, under-the-stars movie night your group chat can actually agree on.

From the Muskegon newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Oak Ridge Golf Club

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Built in the 1920s, Oak Ridge Golf Club is a classic, tree-lined track with rolling lies and putts that never stay straight, open to the…

513 W Pontaluna Rd (Norton Shores)

Built in the 1920s, Oak Ridge Golf Club is a classic, tree-lined track with rolling lies and putts that never stay straight, open to the public with memberships too. Back nine highlights include 14’s elevated par-3, 15’s Camel Back, and a downhill tee shot on 16, playable for varying skill levels.

From the Muskegon newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Lincoln Golf Club

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Lincoln Golf Club is a semi-private course that welcomes public play, offering a 6,200-yard classic parkland layout known for excellent…

4907 Whitehall Rd

Lincoln Golf Club is a semi-private course that welcomes public play, offering a 6,200-yard classic parkland layout known for excellent conditioning and brisk rounds.

From the Muskegon newsletter, August 26, 2026

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This week, two 18-hole adventures await at Bat'n Club Mini Golf Courses, with Jungle Adventure’s lush water features and shade and Crazy…

2544 Barclay St

This week, two 18-hole adventures await at Bat'n Club Mini Golf Courses, with Jungle Adventure’s lush water features and shade and Crazy Country’s waterfalls, lighthouses, and quirky surprises.

From the Muskegon newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Muskegon Community College Public Golf Course is an easy yes when you’ve got golf on the brain this week, with a nine that plays like 18…

2100 Marquette Ave

Muskegon Community College Public Golf Course is an easy yes when you’ve got golf on the brain this week, with a nine that plays like 18 thanks to two tee boxes plus a driving range and putting green. Designed by Bruce Matthews, it’s perfect for a quick loop that still scratches the full-round itch.

From the Muskegon newsletter, August 17, 2026

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