Events

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07 / 1
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm

This special movie time is brought to you with the entire family in mind! Bring a picnic
lunch to eat and a blanket to sit on while we watch the following movies. As this is a
lunchtime activity, no popcorn will be served. Chairs will be available if you wish to sit
in them after you’ve had your “carpet picnic”. Any child ages 7 and younger needs to be
supervised by an adult. Of course, teens are welcome to attend as well and will receive two
tickets toward the gift basket drawings.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Ahoy there, Matey! Ye wee buccaneers from 5 to 10 years of age are commissioned to
join our crew. Report in your best pirate garb; all hands will enjoy an hour of pirate
games and activities. No landlubbers allowed! Registration is required for this event as
space on our ship is limited!

07 / 2
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 11:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

07 / 3
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 2:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11. Please note that while
most of the movies are shown on Thursdays, two of them are shown on other days in
conjunction with our teen book discussions.

07 / 4
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

We will open at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, July 7.

07 / 5
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

We will re-open on Monday, July 7.

07 / 6
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 7
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 8
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am

Come enjoy a laptime-style program with your child ages 18 months to 3 years of age.
Some of the activities include a bug hunt through the library and several rhymes to learn
and use again and again. Of course, one or two books and a craft will be included!

Start: 10:14 am

Tuesday, July 8: Lakeshore Rising Stars 7pm

All ten of the finalists from the Lakeshore Idol Series star in Lakeshore Rising Stars, they have taken their act on the road and it’s now - an unforgettable journey, a cabaret written, produced and directed by Cici Gramer.

Concerts Presented by Huntington Bank.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm

This special movie time is brought to you with the entire family in mind! Bring a picnic
lunch to eat and a blanket to sit on while we watch the following movies. As this is a
lunchtime activity, no popcorn will be served. Chairs will be available if you wish to sit
in them after you’ve had your “carpet picnic”. Any child ages 7 and younger needs to be
supervised by an adult. Of course, teens are welcome to attend as well and will receive two
tickets toward the gift basket drawings.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:30 pm

This program will be geared toward kids ages 7 and older. Games, crafts, and activities
will be the order of the day along with refreshments! Activities may include a
grasshopper toss, bug hunt and other fun stations! If you think your child may need extra
help with crafts, please accompany them. Other arrangements should be made for
younger siblings.

07 / 9
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 11:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Ahoy there, Matey! Ye wee buccaneers from 5 to 10 years of age are commissioned to
join our crew. Report in your best pirate garb; all hands will enjoy an hour of pirate
games and activities. No landlubbers allowed! Registration is required for this event as
space on our ship is limited!

07 / 10
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:15 am
End: 11:00 am

Join us in Vande Luyster Square by the pavilion for stories and outside fun! This
program is most appropriate for ages 3 and older. Parents need to stay with any child age
7 and younger.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11. Please note that while
most of the movies are shown on Thursdays, two of them are shown on other days in
conjunction with our teen book discussions.

07 / 11
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

Every Friday, Mrs. P. will meet kids 3 – 5 years old in the preschool storyroom for a
wonderful time of stories, games, activities and crafts. This summer, our theme will be
gardening, bugs, and the general outdoors. Adults are welcome to attend or may wait
outside the preschool storyroom area. Adults must stay in the youth area during the
program in case they are needed to help their child. Please note that there will be no
preschool storytimes on the following dates due to special programs or a holiday: June
20, July 4, and July 18.

Start: 9:00 am

Zeeland's Main Place Market

9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Heritage Square, Corner of Elm & Main Streets
Downtown Zeeland

Selling: Fresh Produce, Flowers & Crafts

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
We are excited to announce that during the city’s sidewalk sale and car show, we will be
hosting a high-energy group of teenagers and young adults from Brighton Nazarene
Church in Kalamazoo. These kids all perform high-flying skateboarding jumps, twists &
turns using very high ramps, etc. Hopefully, a couple of professional skateboarders (who
began with this team) will be able to join us, as well. After their performance, please stay
& listen to their testimonies, if you so wish. Bottled water will be provided by First

07 / 12
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 8:00 am

Rifle clinic: The Chick-Owa Sportsman’s Club, 9279 Ottagan St., is hosting a high power rifle clinic.

NRA highpower clinic
Zeeland Chick-Owa club
July 12th 2008
Highpower rifle clinic with High Power High Master D. Davis
200 yds
e-mail brouwer@tcrgc.org for details

More information is available at http://www.chickowa.org

Start: 9:00 am

* Downtown Zeeland - Main Place
* Car Show 9:00am - 2:00pm
* Registration begins a 8:00am
* Memento for first 200+ participants
* Door Prizes & AWARDS
* Great Music - Ed VerSchure, DJ
* Ice Cream Social - Noon - 3:00pm
* Variety of restaurants onsite
* Downtown Sidewalk Sales - Last day!

For additional information call 616/688-5852 or 616/772-2494

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

July 12, Noon to 3:00 p.m. - Zeeland Historical Society Ice Cream Social. The Ice Cream Social will be held on the back lawn of the Dekker Huis Museum in conjunction with Zeeland's Annual Show & Shine Car Show. Meyer's Scouting Museum will also be on display on the museum's back lawn.

07 / 13
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Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 14
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 15
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:30 am

We will be exploring the world through a bug’s eyes during this educational and fun
morning of activities. We will be making paper bugs jump without touching them,
participating in a cocoon challenge, trying out our knowledge of bug identification and
other fascinating stations. This program is geared toward early to middle elementary
school-aged kids, but everyone is welcome to attend. Adults need to stay with any child
age 7 and younger.

Start: 10:16 am

Tuesday, July 15: The Moses Mares Project 7pm

The Moses Mares Project is the brainchild of Moses Mares, a Holland native that has traveled the world with Latin Grammy Nominees bands as a pianist and keyboard artist. This self taught virtuoso pianist, guitarist, bass and percussionist is currently the director of the Music Ministry at RidgePoint Community Church. The Moses Mares Project concentrates on Latin Funk and Latin Jazz along with many Motown favorites and a variety of current dance tunes with the Mares flare.

Concerts Presented by Huntington Bank.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm

This special movie time is brought to you with the entire family in mind! Bring a picnic
lunch to eat and a blanket to sit on while we watch the following movies. As this is a
lunchtime activity, no popcorn will be served. Chairs will be available if you wish to sit
in them after you’ve had your “carpet picnic”. Any child ages 7 and younger needs to be
supervised by an adult. Of course, teens are welcome to attend as well and will receive two
tickets toward the gift basket drawings.

07 / 16
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 11:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:00 pm

Join Mrs. P. as we discuss the The Thief Lord by Cornelia Funke. Vitale’s will be
donating pizza for our lunch! On this particular day, follow up this discussion with a
showing of The Thief Lord on the big screen (from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.). This promises to
be a great day, so register as soon as you can! There is a limit of 12 teens for the
discussion. Also, remember this -- by reading this book, you have earned minutes toward
your goal AND by participating in the book discussion you have earned two tickets
toward the basket drawings!

Start: 2:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11.

07 / 17
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am

Join us for another great time of music and movement with Ms. Darcy! This
Kindermusik will be most appropriate for children in Preschool and younger. Children
must be accompanied by an adult.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11. Please note that while
most of the movies are shown on Thursdays, two of them are shown on other days in
conjunction with our teen book discussions.

07 / 18
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 9:00 am

Zeeland's Main Place Market

9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Heritage Square, Corner of Elm & Main Streets
Downtown Zeeland

Selling: Fresh Produce, Flowers & Crafts

Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:30 am

Do you know a bug that does a back flip? Have you seen a bug take a bubble bath? Join
Professor Anson Pantz (aka Pete Strobie) of the Kalamazoo Nature Center in
investigating the strange things insects do. Children 7 years and younger must be
accompanied by an adult.

07 / 19
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 8:29 am

Marksmanship program: The Chick-Owa Sportsman’s Club is hosting a Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) clinic at its facility, 9279 Ottagan St., south of Zeeland. More information is available at www.chickowa.org.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

Zeeland Cub Scout Pack 3048 is holding a car wash on Saturday July 19 from 9-1. It will be held in the parking lot of Second Reformed Church. 225 N. Church Street Zeeland.

07 / 20
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 21
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am

Join Don and Mrs. P. as they present a program all about bees! We will compare the
honeybee to bald-faced hornets by looking at their hives and nests (including an
observation hive). Also, honeystix will be available for each child and a demonstration
on how to make beeswax candles will be in the offering. Don will put on his beekeeper’s
outfit and explain the different functions of the clothing. Finally, there will be several
crafts available for the kids to make and take home (possibly even your own beeswax
candle)! Children 7 years & younger must be accompanied by an adult.

07 / 22
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am

John Ball Zoo will be coming into our library with several creepy, crawly and marvelous
animals. They will be telling us about these fascinating creatures and allowing the kids
an up close and personal glimpse of the animal kingdom.

Start: 10:20 am

Tuesday, July 22: Soulz of Rhythm 7pm

The Soulz of Rhythm is another local group that brings a healthy mix of Soul, R&B, Funk, Swing, and Rock ‘n Roll to Michigan’s music scene. The Soulz’ songs include many classic R&B/Soul hits, but also 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, Rock ‘n Roll, Funk, and Swing. It’s what they like to call Funky, Swingin’ Soup for the Music Lovin’ Soul.

Concerts Presented by Huntington Bank.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm

This special movie time is brought to you with the entire family in mind! Bring a picnic
lunch to eat and a blanket to sit on while we watch the following movies. As this is a
lunchtime activity, no popcorn will be served. Chairs will be available if you wish to sit
in them after you’ve had your “carpet picnic”. Any child ages 7 and younger needs to be
supervised by an adult. Of course, teens are welcome to attend as well and will receive two
tickets toward the gift basket drawings.

07 / 23
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 11:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

We will be making two crafts: a stepping stone and a flower pot bug. These crafts will
be much more intensive and time-consuming than the traditional creation stations that we
are used to! Therefore, only Entomologists and adults may participate. Due to the nature
of the crafts, registration is required.

07 / 24
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am

After a day of more intensive crafting, we will once again present a creation station that
younger children can enjoy as well. Come into the library to make some great-looking
crafts. Remember, children 7 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11. Please note that while
most of the movies are shown on Thursdays, two of them are shown on other days in
conjunction with our teen book discussions.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Every Thursday evening during the months of May through October The Chick-Owa Sportsman's Club hosts Open Trap Shooting from 6:00pm until 9:00pm excluding Holidays.

If you enjoy shotgun shooting or you need to polish your shooting skills before small game season, get out to the club and shoot a couple of rounds of Trap.

If you would like to learn more about Trap Shooting, go to www.chickowa.org or e-mail Tom at wmfe@acninc.net

 

07 / 25
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 9:00 am
Start: Jul 25 2008 - 9:00am
End: Jul 26 2008 - 4:00pm

Zeeland Cub Scout Pack 3048 is holding a rummage sale. It will be Friday July 25 from 9-5 and Saturday July 26 from 8-4. All proceeds from this sale will benefit Pack 3048. It will be held at 543 East Central St. in Zeeland

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

Every Friday, Mrs. P. will meet kids 3 – 5 years old in the preschool storyroom for a
wonderful time of stories, games, activities and crafts. This summer, our theme will be
gardening, bugs, and the general outdoors. Adults are welcome to attend or may wait
outside the preschool storyroom area. Adults must stay in the youth area during the
program in case they are needed to help their child. Please note that there will be no
preschool storytimes on the following dates due to special programs or a holiday: June
20, July 4, and July 18.

Start: 9:00 am

Zeeland's Main Place Market

9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Heritage Square, Corner of Elm & Main Streets,
Downtown Zeeland

Selling: Fresh Produce, Flowers & Crafts

07 / 26
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

End: 4:00 pm
Start: Jul 25 2008 - 9:00am
End: Jul 26 2008 - 4:00pm

Zeeland Cub Scout Pack 3048 is holding a rummage sale. It will be Friday July 25 from 9-5 and Saturday July 26 from 8-4. All proceeds from this sale will benefit Pack 3048. It will be held at 543 East Central St. in Zeeland

Start: 9:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

The Chick-Owa Sportsman's Club is hosting their first Muzzle Loading Shotgun Shoot. This event is for those who have and those who haven't. If you've never experienced a Muzzle Loading Shotgun Shoot, stop out at the club and watch between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm. If you feel so inclined, step up to the line. Mike will have the equipment there for newcomers to give it a try. All you will need to do is pay for the materials to shoot. Mike will provide you with the gun and the instruction.

07 / 27
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

07 / 28
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Every Monday afternoon/ evening, The Chick-Owa Sportsman's Club holds Open Rifle/ Pistol Ranges for the public and its members. There are Range Safety Officers on duty to give you a hand and ensure everyone's safety.

The cost for a non-member of the club to shoot is $2.00 plus a $5.00 Daily Non-member Fee. This makes the total $7.00 and you can shoot as lond as you like during the open hours. If you become a member, you can shoot for only $2.00 on Mondays and you can become qualified to use the range at your liesure.

07 / 29
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:15 am
End: 11:00 am

Join us in Vande Luyster Square by the pavilion for stories and outside fun! This
program is most appropriate for ages 3 and older. Parents need to stay with any child age
7 and younger. Please note that this program will be entirely different from the one
presented on July 10!

Start: 10:23 am

Tuesday, July 29: Gemini 7pm

GEMINI celebrates with their audiences the fun, warmth, and humor of family life. Kids and adults love to sing with them! From start to finish, a family concert with the twin brothers abounds with rousing sing-alongs, hand motion tunes, folk tales, and music from around the world. The highlights of their shows are Gemini's original, sparkling songs about the everyday experiences of childhood and growing up.

Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm

This special movie time is brought to you with the entire family in mind! Bring a picnic
lunch to eat and a blanket to sit on while we watch the following movies. As this is a
lunchtime activity, no popcorn will be served. Chairs will be available if you wish to sit
in them after you’ve had your “carpet picnic”. Any child ages 7 and younger needs to be
supervised by an adult. Of course, teens are welcome to attend as well and will receive two
tickets toward the gift basket drawings.

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:30 pm

If you enjoyed the Backyard Safari, you’ll have a blast at this program as well! Many
games, activities and refreshments will be ready for your enjoyment. If you think your
child may need extra help with crafts, please accompany them. Other arrangements
should be made for younger siblings.

Start: 7:00 pm

Join Dolphin Vacations on Tuesday, July 29 at 7 pm to plan your once in a lifetime trip to Alaska, the great land. Meet the Princess Cruises Representative and have your questions answered by the people who have been there! Special incentives to all who attend! Hurry, space is limited to this fun, free informative event. RSVP by July 28 by calling 616-772-9660.

Dolphin Vacations is located at 509 E. Washington Avenue, across from the Zeeland Bowling Lanes.

07 / 30
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:00 am

It’s back! We’re looking for the cutest, smartest, most talented pets in Zeeland! Preregistration
is required if you would like to bring your pet. Registration will begin
Mon., July 7 in the Youth Dept and will end Mon., July 28. Rain date for the Pet Show
is July 31. Even if you don’t have a pet, be sure to come down to cheer them all on!
Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 11:30 am

This program is geared especially for our young patrons (18 months to 3 years) and their
caregivers. Each week, we will enjoy a book, craft and various age-appropriate activities,
all involving a central theme. Registration is required as each class is limited to 10
children and their caregivers. There will be a registration fee of $9.00 that will be
reimbursed in $1.00 increments contingent upon attendance.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

The Chick-Owa Sportsman's Club will be hosting an Action Pistol Shoot from 6:00pm until 8:00pm this evening.

Action Pistol Shoots are for those who would like to have a little fun and learn some things as well. Most of the participants will be individuals who are looking for some way to practice defensive shooting in a safe environment, but you don't have to be. You think that kids these days have fun with airrsoft and paintball guns? You should give this type of shooting a try. This is for adults only; you must be 18yrs of age to possess a handgun in the State of Michigan.

07 / 31
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:45 am

Come enjoy a laptime-style program with your child ages 18 months to 3 years of age.
Many age appropriate activities will be waiting for you and your little one to enjoy,
including several rhymes to learn and use again and again. Of course, one or two books
and a craft will be included!

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Each week, we will be showing a movie geared toward our teen patrons (Entomologists).
Free popcorn will be on hand. Soda may be bought at $1.00 a can or you can bring your
own beverage. The movies will begin at 2:00, and adults are welcome to attend. Other
arrangements should be made for any child under the age of 11. Please note that while
most of the movies are shown on Thursdays, two of them are shown on other days in
conjunction with our teen book discussions.

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Every Thusday night during the months of May through October, The Chick-Owa Sportsman's Club hosts Open Trap Shooting from 6:00pm until 9:00pm, excluding Holidays.

If you would like to know more about The Shooting Sports and local opportunities, go to www.chickowa.org or contact Tom at wmfe@acninc.net

 

08 / 1
(all day)
Start: Jun 9 2008 - 12:00am
End: Aug 7 2008 - 3:45pm

The Zee Bus will run from June 9 to August 7 this year. This will be the fifth summer of the bus, which serves as a rolling library for all children living within our 94-square-mile Zeeland school district. The bus and its volunteers travel through the district Mondays through Thursdays, making stops at a total of 16 locations. All children are invited to an end-of-the-year party hosted by Roosevelt Elementary on Friday, August 8, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

For details, call Mary Beth Timmer at 616-748-4503.

Start: 12:01 am
End: 11:59 am

Today is the last day to apply for your Fall Wild Turkey Hunting License

If you have not applied, make sure that you get down to a license dealer and get that application in. A convenient place to go is Borculo Bait & Tackle in Borculo. The address is 9648 Port Sheldon Rd. On your way to all good fishing. And a great place to get your licenses as well.