The Suggestion Box- Weekend Happenings in the Near North

The Suggestion Box- Weekend Happenings in the Near North
By N3 Entertainment Team

This Is It!

Yes indeed, the extended weekend that celebrates summer like no other cluster of days can hope to compare with has arrived And with its arrival comes the influx of visitors, from regulars and semi-regulars to newcomers and those that wandered in by chance who will all join the residents of our fine area in an activity-laden toast to the wonder of Michigan’s grand entrance into its treasured seventh month.
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There is an absolute boatload of fun to be had in our fair climes in the near future and...

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​...while we at N3 World Headquarters and Hornet Haven are offering up but a few, but they are certainly a favored few.

Thursday

Ok, maybe it’s a bit early to start talking weekend action but we have yet to mention the concerts held at Veteran’s Park each Thursday at 7pm. 

This week they’re bringing in just the ticket for some pre-weekend attitude adjustment with an appearance by James Reeser and the Backseat Drivers.

Like the Blues? Well you are going to love these guys particularly if you are an aficionado of some downright nasty blues harp riffs Mr. Reeser is known to toss out for consideration.

It’s Chicago-style blues that will seem like an outdoor version of Kingston Mines  except there’s no bar and no wall-to-wall people, there’s no cover charge and it’s not in Chicago and…ok,nothing like Kingston Mines perhaps but the music is solid and will find listeners seeking out rather than trying to cure the summertime blues.

Friday

Go find your fun folks. Hit the Farmer’s Market at Brooks Park, grab a cone at one of the many ice cream emporiums our area offers, dine al fresco either in the comfort of your home area or at one of our enticing eateries. Don’t want to go out but not wanting to cook? Grab a pizza and eat it outside under the wonder of a Michigan evening.
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Current favorite at N3 World Headquarters is the Supreme at River City Pizza which has made an unprecedented run of consecutive appearances during weekly Pizza Night(s), but there are several area offerings in the pizza/sub category including The Hilltop , Sally’s Wha’Ta’Pizza. Spanky’s, Andrea’s and more, depending on your geographic proximity and/or to what degree you might be presently enamored with a particular selection. ​

Saturday

If you have never been to one of the Farm To Table Ridge Dinners held on the impressive grounds of Camp Newaygo you will be enamored by any of  these truly extraordinary epicurean events.

Held on the outdoor Ridge Patio these memorable meals showcase not only the
talents of Executive Chef Chris Gribble and his staff but the natural beauty of the camp, producing an exceptional lakeside dining experience not to be missed. And while they do not serve adult beverages, glasses and ice are available for those who might require them.

The first of these delightful dining adventures will arrive this Saturday with braised short ribs and trout almondine co-starring with three other courses in supporting roles. It sounds marvelous.​

(Saturday Continued...) - Oh, and from prior experience a quick call to secure reservations might be in order so check out the ad on our home page for details.

As an added attraction local minstrel Don Benson will be providing a musical accompaniment to the feast that awaits Saturday’s guests.

Fireworks

Saturday July 2nd, Croton. Parade starts at noon and being it’s an election year look for a few politicians walking the route looking to press a little flesh and garnish some votes. Fireworks will be shot from the island again and will commence at dusk since dusk is when dark starts and all.

Sunday July 3rd, Fremont. The fireworks will be going off over Fremont Lake commencing at, yep, dusk so set your timers for a quarter to dusk and slide out for some over-the-lake explosions of light and color.

Sunday July 3rd, Hess Lake. I’m not well acquainted with the activities on our other lakes since my holidays are generally spent on the one that houses N3 world headquarters but at dusk (again) there is a ring of fire with flares surrounding the lake and occasional boats with loud speakers cruising by playing the associated  Johnny Cash tune. No official fireworks but always a banner performance by lakeside residents. And whoever is responsible for the Brooks Lake performance absolutely nails the concept of a grand finale.

Monday July 4th, Hesperia. Yes the only official area display on Independence Day itself will be in our northwestern hub where the light show begins at, you guessed it, dusk.

So three separate chances to compare and contrast firework performances, some bountiful weather coming in our direction and ample opportunities to enjoy the food fun, and festivities our area will be serving up.

Rock on Near Northians.

This is your time.

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