What’s Going On: Abe, Art, Hippies & Hot Tunes

Lynn Thompson Thursday at the Riverstop Cafe, Saturday at Dunneback & Girls.

DC True Ready to Rock The Pond this weekend

Wheatland shirt circa 1976ish

Great setting, creative offerings.

Ever notice that no current politician has a nickname that starts with "Honest"?

Here's what's happening nearby and not so nearby.

Abraham Lincoln makes an appearance in Fremont on Thursday and just in time  given his experience with a country divided. On Thursday, September 7th, at 7:00 p.m the Fremont Area District Library will host a special Live @ the Library Event titled “Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom”. This immersive experience, ideal for ages 6 through adults, will feature an Abraham Lincoln impersonator who will transport attendees back to a crucial era in American history. Prepare to be captivated by this engaging and educational journey.

Wheatland Fri-Sun all day all night and all in between
If you know Wheatland there is nothing left to be said. If you don’t know Wheatland it’s…it’s… hard to explain. At any rate, all the weekend tickets are gone…long gone…but you can cruise to Remus Sunday and spend the day taking it all in for $45. Directions are simple. Head for Remus then watch for the signs directing you to this annual gathering of humanity. 

Rockford Art in the Park Saturday 9am- 5pm  Garden Club Park
This is one of the coolest art shows around and it takes place near  the Rockford Brewery, always a plus. This show features juried Michigan artists and Rogue River Artists Association members showing a variety of art for sale including jewelry, pottery, paintings, photography, pastels, woodwork, home décor, baskets, fiber arts, leather purses, wearables, sculpture, fused glass and papercraft. Free admission to the public.

Hippie Fair Ionia County Fairgrounds Thursday- Sunday
I’ve not been to one of the Hippie Fairs that have sprung up in recent years but have wondered if these doings capture the era they seek to represent. I’m also curious as to who attends these gatherings? Are they fellow boomers looking to see what they either missed back then or simply miss right now? Or are they popular with younger folks who are a bit captivated by the late 60’s early 70’s scene. At any rate I bet the music is good.
Here's the skinny: https://hippielivingfairllc.ticketspice.com/hippie-living-fair-travelers-vintage-retro-artisan-market

And  Speaking Of Music…

 Lynn Thompson brings his guitar mastery to the Riverstop Cafe on Thursday from 6-9pm and while the ‘Stop’s music series has been hitting on all cylinders, this is one of those ‘don’t miss’ sessions for aficionados of really fine tunesmanship.  
If you don't catch him in Newaygo he’s at one of our favorite short drive spots, the Ed Dunneback & Girls Farm Market from 1-4pm Saturday.

The Driftwood continues to rock The Pond featuring The Faulkners on Friday 6-9pm then following up with a weekend of DC True a band that brings a seriously good time to any venue they visit. Saturday 4-8pm and Sunday 3-7pm. Gotta enjoy that deck as long as possible.

Have an event coming up? Send us an email at info@nearnorthnow and perhaps we’ll give it a shout.

“I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, 'Where's the self-help section?' She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.”-George Carlin

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