Funk, Rock, Jazz & Bluegrass Vibes with Dopapod & The Motet
2024-08-03 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Warner Vineyards, 706 S Kalamazoo Street, Paw Paw, 49079-1558, United States
Dopapod
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The group’s hypnotic hybrid of funk, rock, jazz, bluegrass, and electronica bloomed brilliantly on 2009’s Radar, and it continued to blossom on the likes of Never Odd Or Even [2014] and Megagem [2017]. Along the way, fan favorites such as “Present Ghosts” reeled in 2.4 million Spotify streams and counting. 2019’s Emit Time arrived to acclaim from Guitar World, Relix, Glide, Jambase, and more. Simultaneously, they sold out headline gigs and graced the bills of Electric Forest, Summer Camp, High Sierra, and Bonnaroo where Rolling Stone named them among the festival’s “best kept secrets.” After a marathon near-decade run, they enjoyed an almost year-long hiatus to realign and reenergize before reuniting with a new fire during 2019 and partaking in something of a “soft return.”
Music resides in the fourth dimension unaffected by the constraints and restrictions of this mortal coil. Instead, it occupies the ether, affecting us emotionally, physically, and spiritually without concrete form or shape. As such, Dopapod access a heightened level of cosmic harmony in their music. The quartet—Eli Winderman [keys, vocals], Rob Compa [guitar, vocals], Chuck Jones [bass], and Neal “Fro” Evans [drums]—present albums as experiences meant to be shared out of your speakers and on stage. After generating millions of streams, packing shows coast-to-coast, and earning acclaim from Rolling Stone, Guitar World, Glide Magazine, and more, the group architect an immersive and expansive vision on their self-titled seventh full-length offering, Dopapod
The Motet
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Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet have learned to work as an interlocking unit, with each member bolstering one another towards the best creative output. This symbiosis has led to a unique style and cohesive musical chemistry, as seen in the band’s immaculate live performances and seamless blend of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. With a fervent fanbase in tow, The Motet have sold out shows across the nation, performed six headlining slots at Red Rocks and sets at festivals such as Bonnaroo, Bottlerock, Electric Forest, Bumbershoot, Summer Camp, and High Sierra.

TAUK
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Building a Growth Mindset
2024-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | 222. E Main St., Niles, Michigan, 222 E. Main St., Niles, MI, 49120, United States
Building a Growth Mindset with Sheri Munsell. Cultivate a resilient and growth-oriented mindset to overcome challenges and achieve success in your entrepreneurial journey. Learn techniques for managing setbacks, embracing feedback, and continuously learning.

Growth Beyond Your Environment
2024-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | 1804 M-139, Michigan 139, Benton Harbor, Michigan, 49022, United States
Growth Beyond Your Environment: Cultivating Intentionality and Expanding Your Reach” features the insightful Tacyana Behrmann, a Project Specialist for Corewell Health, who specializes in Mental Health, Behavioral Health, and Social Cohesion Projects.

Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #34
2024-08-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Dwellers Coworking, 175 Territorial Rd, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
**Join us for Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #34, hosted in Benton Harbor / St. Joseph, MI.**
As is our custom we’ll be meeting with other Michigan area bitcoiners, discussing the latest bitcoin-related topics and enjoying a few Michigan-made drinks (provided).
**Agenda:**
6:30 – 7:00 – Meet & Greet
7:00 – 8:30 – Socratic discussions around recent events, first principles, Q&A for new Bitcoiners, etc.
8:30+ Hang, network, trade farm goods for sats, etc
***If you are new to bitcoin don’t worry…***
***..just come learn along with us and be apart of what we’re up to:***
* Macroeconomics
* Mining (including home and off-grid mining)
* Investing in bitcoin companies
* Trading local farm goods for satoshis (yogurt, cheese, eggs etc)
* Advancing bitcoin education
* Discussing Nostr
**About Our Meetup Group:**
If you keep up with a bitcoin podcast or two and have read any of the most-recommended books you’ll be well prepared to participate.
If you work in the space, run a bitcoin business, mine or operate a node you are 100% our kind of bitcoiner.
[https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners](https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners)
For those quite new to bitcoin we often recommend the following content for prep (you’re welcome regardless):
Article: [The Bullish Case for Bitcoin (Article)](https://vijayboyapati.medium.com/the-bullish-case-for-bitcoin-6ecc8bdecc1)
Podcast episode: [The Ultimate Bitcoin 101](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMtdXB6g6HI)
Books for additional content:
-The Bullish Case for Bitcoin by Vijay Boyapati
-Layered Money by Nik Bhatia
-The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous
We’re a bitcoin-only group so we plan to keep any discussion of altcoins/crypto/blockchain minimal and directly connected to the topic at-hand: bitcoin.

Lunch at Ghost Isle Brewery, walk at Galien River Park, and an exciting new idea
2024-08-24 11:45 - 14:45 | Ghost Isle Brewery, 17684 US-12, New Buffalo, MI, 49117, United States
Ghost Isle Brewery officially opens at 12 ET, but if there are people waiting at the door, they will sometimes open 10-20 minutes earlier than that. so that we are able to sit together at this popular location, i’d like to be there when they actually open the doors.
to find our group if you haven’t met me, i will be wearing a crimson hat that says “Easthampton MA” on it.
this event will be sponsored jointly with Northern Indiana Adventures https://www.meetup.com/northern-indiana-adventures/ .
this will be an all-weather event–if the weather is bad, we will just skip the hike part.
dear friends–
come join us for a Saturday lunch at Ghost Isle Brewery https://www.ghostislebrewery.com/ , followed by a short walk at Galien River County Park–that’s the one with the cool observation tower. https://www.berriencounty.org/1297/Galien-River-County-Park
to make things run more smoothly, I strongly recommend that you have enough cash to pay the bill: some restaurants don’t like splitting up credit card charges.
we try to get separate checks when possible, but if not, just figure what your order cost (don’t forget beverages, desserts, and your share of appetizers), add about 1/3 of your total for tax and tip, and contribute it to the pot.
If you have a coupon you’d like to use at this or any other meal, please check with me first. If I have a coupon for the whole group to use, and there is a limit of one per table, the group coupon will take priority. If not, feel free to use yours.
after lunch, for those who want a short hike ending in a great observation post, we drive a few miles to Galien River County Park.
directions from Ghost Isle to Galien River Park:
go east on US 12; when US 12 turns right, go straight instead onto the Red Arrow hwy; go about a mile, and turn into the Galien River Park lot on the left (opposite the township offices).
we’ve invited both the Southwest Michigan Friends, and the Northern Indiana Adventures groups to this event, to introduce the possibility that the two groups may merge in the coming months, partly due to the relatively high cost of belonging to meetup, and the fact that the two groups have considerably overlapping memberships, and overlapping venues for events.
several names have been suggested for the new combined group, but Michiana Melting Pot has been an idea at least for a working title.
if you’re only coming for the walk, i imagine we will meet at the park about 1:30 ET or so. call me a bit before that and i can give you a better start time. remember, this is not a serious hike, just a short walk after lunch ending up at an impressive observation tower..
hope to see you, and bon appetit,
Rick

Country Line Dance Lessons!
2024-09-03 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-11-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Union + Social, 216 Court St,, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Beginning line dance instruction to country and popular music.￼ Bring friends and family, no partners required, $5 cover, food and drink available.

Line Dance Lessons!
2024-09-03 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-10-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Union + Social, 216 Court St,, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Beginner line dance lessons for all ages to popular and classic country/pop songs . All ages welcome, only $5 per person. Next to Silver Harbor Brewing Company, best parking at Courthouse Square. ￼

Thursday Night Bocce at River St Joe
2024-09-05 18:00 - 20:00 | River Saint Joe, 15475 Walton Road,, Buchanan, MI, 49107, United States
Bocce ball at River Saint Joe Thursday evenings from 6-8 all summer long with Harbor Country Bocce Club. Craig will be hosting and will be there Thursday evenings if you feel like checking it out. See the link below.
Here are the details
We play every Wednesday New Buffalo Township park, usually 8 to 12 players. 6 to 8 pm, just show up, bring mosquito stuff.
We play every Thursday at River St Joe. Most people just show up and no longer sign up. We have anywhere from a dozen to 2 dozen players at RSJ. if no one is signed up, that is meaningless. Many non meetup people will be playing.
Tournament 1st Sunday in Oct. 2 on 2 16 team limit
https://www.riversaintjoe.com/event-list/tnb-wma58-xyg96-3ne3a
Follow them on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554404257011

Fly Me to The Moon 2024
2024-09-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center, 1100 Yore Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
The Citadel Dance and Music Center hosts their annual fundraiser, live at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center. Come enjoy a wonderful evening of classic standards, and support the region’s most diverse cultural education organization.
“Fly Me to the Moon” will be presented at the Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor on September 7th. Featured are the Lake Effect Jazz Big Band (including a new string section), Andrew Fisher & Rebecca Selvidge, vocalists, and the Citadel Dance Company.
“The first word that comes to mind when thinking about the Citadel Dance and Music Center is excellence. After spending over ten years in both the dance program and the music program with our kids, I can easily say that the teachers in both programs are unequaled. They are highly skilled professionals and it is easy to see that they want to pass their love of dance and music on to their students. ” – Parent of a student

For more info on the Citadel Dance & Music Center, visit their page here.

Lakeshore Harvest Ride
2024-09-14 08:30 - 11:30 | Schultz Park, 301 Riverview Dr, Douglas, MI, 49406, United States
Welcome to the one Michigan bike tour that lets you see, touch, smell and taste the riches of this breathtaking region. The Lakeshore Harvest Ride glides you through the rolling countryside of Southwest Michigan. You can visit wineries, cider mills, family farms, orchards and art studios along the way. And there are individual bike routes for every rider, ranging from 15 to 62 miles in length.
I am planning on doing the 29 mile route out of South Haven. I am hoping to start the ride about 9:00. We have until 3:30 to finish. This will give us plenty of time for stops along the way.
[https://www.lhride.com/](https://www.lhride.com/)
**This route has stops at: ?**
I hope you can make it.
Kevin

Group Updates
2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Online event
* **This is not an actual event but an announcement for the upcoming changes. I wrote this for the NIA group but will share here so we have a cross over.**
*
* We are in the process of merging Northern Indiana Adventures and Southwest Michigan Friends groups into one group. We will be the same as we have been but the NIA group will dissolve. There are two reasons for this:
* firstly, Rick has been looking for someone to take the lead in the SMF group
* and secondly, I would like to make this meetup group completely free. That means no fees, no fundraiser, and no asking for money.
Rick will remain the organizer in the new group because it is typically his group but Stasia and I will be doing a majority of the organizing.
On meetup, if you pay for an organizer subscription, you can have three different groups– so Rick is letting us co-organize his 3rd group.
Anyone who is already an NIA event organizer will be made event organizers in the new group which will be called **[Michiana Adventures](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-yjezdrty)**.
You may already be a MEMBER — check or JOIN here NOW! [https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-yjezdrty](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-yjezdrty)
This process will take the next few months and we should be one Ahhh-mazing group **by Jan 6th**. We have had a lot of wonderful adventures in the NIA group, and I look forward to even more in the coming years.
**If there are any photos here that you really like and have not saved, I would save them 😊**
*If you have any ideas for an event you would be interested in hosting, please let me or Stasia know. We are always open to giving your creative ideas a stage. The adventures are open to any type of event that you enjoy, not just fitness and nature. There are just a few simple guidelines.*
We have a **[breakfast scheduled Sept 14th](https://www.meetup.com/northern-indiana-adventures/events/302473686/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link) click link to join us!** if you would like to chat about new possibilities. I’m adding a walk to that breakfast because the East Race is right there. Or if you have any questions or input, you can comment here.

Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #35
2024-09-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Dwellers Coworking, 175 Territorial Rd, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
**Join us for Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #35, hosted in Benton Harbor / St. Joseph, MI.**
As is our custom we’ll be meeting with other Michigan area bitcoiners, discussing the latest bitcoin-related topics and enjoying a few Michigan-made drinks (provided).
**Agenda:**
6:30 – 7:00 – Meet & Greet
7:00 – 8:30 – Socratic discussions around recent events, first principles, Q&A for new Bitcoiners, etc.
8:30+ Hang, network, trade farm goods for sats, etc
***If you are new to bitcoin don’t worry…***
***..just come learn along with us and be apart of what we’re up to:***
* Macroeconomics
* Mining (including home and off-grid mining)
* Investing in bitcoin companies
* Trading local farm goods for satoshis (yogurt, cheese, eggs etc)
* Advancing bitcoin education
* Discussing Nostr
**About Our Meetup Group:**
If you keep up with a bitcoin podcast or two and have read any of the most-recommended books you’ll be well prepared to participate.
If you work in the space, run a bitcoin business, mine or operate a node you are 100% our kind of bitcoiner.
[https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners](https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners)
For those quite new to bitcoin we often recommend the following content for prep (you’re welcome regardless):
Article: [The Bullish Case for Bitcoin (Article)](https://vijayboyapati.medium.com/the-bullish-case-for-bitcoin-6ecc8bdecc1)
Podcast episode: [The Ultimate Bitcoin 101](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMtdXB6g6HI)
Books for additional content:
-The Bullish Case for Bitcoin by Vijay Boyapati
-Layered Money by Nik Bhatia
-The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous
We’re a bitcoin-only group so we plan to keep any discussion of altcoins/crypto/blockchain minimal and directly connected to the topic at-hand: bitcoin.

Morning Hike Around the Riverwalk
2024-09-22 09:00 - 11:00 | The Dental Center, 112 Ironworks Avenue, Mishawaka, IN, United States
Sun morning hike around the Riverwalk. We can park near the Dental Center and meet near the trailhead.
This will be a moderately hike. Once around is 2.5 miles.
There are a few nice places to eat if you would like to go have a bite. I won’t be able to go to eat after.
This is a pet friendly hike.

Autumn Equinox Beach Wander, Art, Journal, BYOB & Picnic, sharing is optional
2024-09-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Warren Dunes State Park, 12032 Red Arrow Highway Lake charter Township, Michigan 49125, Sawyer, MI, 49125, United States
## Details
**A lovely, Autumn Equinox sacred wander of a small beach off of Lake Michigan**
**Where**: MODIFIED Warren Dunes State Park Entry Fee $11 option to comment below and Car Pool — note if you have a State Pass and don’t mind chauffering others in!
**When**: Sunday, September 22nd 4pm
**BRING:** comfy attire & barefeet/water shoes, of course… bevvies & feel good picnic, optional : vittles to share, your own oracle deck, journal etc…
This is crossposted on 3 of our groups! – you only need to RSVP to 1🌞
**What to Expect!**
🫠🐉🌏👣
We will wander Warren Dunes Lakeshore for a quiet end-of-summer exploration of all things sandy.
1. Bring a nice little picnic and whatever else will make you comfy on the beach while enjoying the water and surroundings
2. We will wander the beach searching for two handfuls of interesting bits of shell, wood, etc…, as well as any quiet chitchat that you wish to enjoy with others.
3. We will create our own little “temporary” art display on the beach in meditation of Mama Earth’s provision of beauty for us to create more beauty with. If it is warm, lake frolicing is optional.
4. We will choose from three cards each from an assortment of a “power” deck of oracle cards (I have a dozen to choose from, or you may bring your own!). The cards represent past, present, and the next 90 days in the future for guidance thru the transition of summer to autumn.
5. We will enjoy our self-created picnics and bevvies in a circle as we share whatever we wish to share about our discoveries this day or any other.
6. We will either end the experience at this point or some of us may wish to take a faster, super, healthy heart walk.
**All Events:**
**Only REAL rule – BE KIND!!** Remember everyone has their own inner & outer stuff – a kind word and smile and willingness to include goes a lonnnnngggg way. Leave the grumbly wumblies and politics at home please!!
**we are currently trying cross post everything!

Open Mic at the Acorn Theater
2024-09-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Drive (off N. Elm St.), Three Oaks, MI, 49128, United States
One of our members, Denis Ryan will be playing his guitar at the Acorn Theater Sun evening at 6pm. Denis is also a very talented song writer. This is an open mic night, admission is free, donations encouraged.
Here is the link with the info
https://www.acornlive.org/events/open-mic-9-22-24/
Enjoy an evening with live music and support one of our members.

Indigenous Art of the Americans Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
2024-10-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, Notre Dame,, Notre Dame, IN, 46556, United States
Meet the symposium’s participating artists and experience their creative process through live demonstrations. This is part of the Indigenizing Museums series. They have events happening Thursday and Friday.
We wil meet in the gallery near the entrance. Please use your google maps to get to the correct location because meetup does not recognize 100 Raclin Murphy Museum as a valid address!
We can go for a bite to eat after.
This is a free event, the museum does accept donations.

Cocktails, Lipstick & Floofy Hair First Fridays Monthly Gathering
2024-10-04 18:30 - 21:30 | East Bank Emporium, 121 South Niles Ave., South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **Lipstick, Floofy Hair & Cute Outfits and Cocktails!** (all optional) – but you get the drift. 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃
**We are going out on the town the first friday of each month**.
This will be a repeating event (if people are in to it!).
The event is primarily for those who identify as female who want a bit more fancy in their lives —
**BUT** we won’t object to a coupla-few male identifiers wanting to get a bit snazzy (bow-tie optional) and join us! (as always, all-inclusive!)
**Friday October 4th 6:30p:**
**Begin at Perry Vine for Wine Tasting**
**head over to Howard Pub for more tasting and listen to outdoor live music (Los Hermanos Buenos).**
**Depending on the time and flow, we may head over to the Cellar or Ironhand.**
I have noticed as we modernize, that “dressing-up” has gone by the wayside. When I look at photos of my mom in the 1950s and 60s, it was such a LOVELY time!! Pretty dresses, pumps & lotsa hairspray and happy smiles all around, hahahah.
**Anyways, if this sounds fun, RSVP** and start sorting thru your closet or find a good thrift store with some fun clothes!!
*This will be primarily a drinkies and enjoying good music event, so eat a hearty alcohol-soaking-up meal beforehand!*
PS this is not about getting “alcohol-messy”, just a a bit tipsy, having some glam-fun and being safe – so all three places are within “higher heels” walking distance. **CARPOOL if you can!!**
ONLY RULE: BE kind and get to know EVERYONE!!

Evening Hike St Pats Park
2024-10-08 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Patrick’s Park, 50651 Laurel Road, South Bend, IN, 46637, United States
We will meet down by the boat launch in the parking lot. When you enter the park, turn right and stay on that road until you see the canoe rental building and the parking lot. You can only enter the park off of Auten Rd. Be aware if your gps takes you into Michigan, you are going the wrong way. The parking lot is next to the river.
There is typically no charge to enter the park.
We will start with a hike through Madeline Bertrand then St Pats. The hike will be moderate around 4 to 5 miles.
Please update your rsvp if you are not able to make it.
Remember to be patient and kind in any group, thank you.

Harold Zisla: Artistic Explorations
2024-10-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, 3203 Shalom Way, South Bend, in, 46615, United States
Zisla was a wonderful artist and teacher. We can meet at the gallery to explore the show, then go to lunch afterwards.
This exhibition showcases a selection of Harold Zisla’s paintings from the permanent collections of the South Bend Museum of Art, Indiana University South Bend’s Raclin School of the Arts, Temple Beth-El in South Bend, and several private collectors. The exhibit spans Zisla’s prolific career from the 1950s until shortly before his passing in 2016 at the age of 90, offering a comprehensive look at his artistic evolution from realistic portraiture to abstract imagery.
Visitors will have the opportunity to engage with Zisla’s work, which is renowned for its creativity, intensity, complexity, and emotional depth. The exhibit provides a unique glimpse into the artist’s development and invites viewers to experience the essence of Harold Zisla through his art.
“The South Bend Jewish community was an essential part of my parents’ lives, beginning when Harold and Doreen moved to the area in 1951 until my mother died in 2021,” says Paul Zisla, Harold’s son. “The Jewish Federation’s sponsorship of this exhibition, honoring Harold’s contributions to the artistic life of the community, holds deep significance. Much the same can be said about the participation and support of the South Bend Museum of Art and Indiana University South Bend.”
The exhibition will be open to the public from September 16 through December 13, 2024, Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM, at the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, located at 3202 Shalom Way in South Bend. The opening celebration will take place on Sunday, September 15, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, and will feature remarks by Harold’s son, Paul Zisla.
For more information about the exhibit, please visit the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley’s website at TheJewishFed.org/Zisla. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating Harold Zisla’s extraordinary artistic legacy. Whether you knew Harold personally or are discovering his work for the first time, this exhibit offers a profound opportunity to connect with his art and his enduring impact on the community.

Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #36
2024-10-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Dwellers Coworking, 175 Territorial Rd, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
**Join us for Michigan Bitcoin Meetup #36, hosted in Benton Harbor / St. Joseph, MI.**
As is our custom we’ll be meeting with other Michigan area bitcoiners, discussing the latest bitcoin-related topics.
**Agenda:**
6:30 – 7:00 – Meet & Greet
7:00 – 8:30 – Socratic discussions around recent events, first principles, Q&A for new Bitcoiners, etc.
8:30+ Hang, network, trade farm goods for sats, etc
***If you are new to bitcoin don’t worry…***
***..just come learn along with us and be apart of what we’re up to:***
* Macroeconomics
* Mining (including home and off-grid mining)
* Investing in bitcoin companies
* Trading local farm goods for satoshis (yogurt, cheese, eggs etc)
* Advancing bitcoin education
* Discussing Nostr
**About Our Meetup Group:**
If you keep up with a bitcoin podcast or two and have read any of the most-recommended books you’ll be well prepared to participate.
If you work in the space, run a bitcoin business, mine or operate a node you are 100% our kind of bitcoiner.
[https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners](https://twitter.com/swmibitcoiners)
For those quite new to bitcoin we often recommend the following content for prep (you’re welcome regardless):
Article: [The Bullish Case for Bitcoin (Article)](https://vijayboyapati.medium.com/the-bullish-case-for-bitcoin-6ecc8bdecc1)
Podcast episode: [The Ultimate Bitcoin 101](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMtdXB6g6HI)
Books for additional content:
-The Bullish Case for Bitcoin by Vijay Boyapati
-Layered Money by Nik Bhatia
-The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous
We’re a bitcoin-only group so we plan to keep any discussion of altcoins/crypto/blockchain minimal and directly connected to the topic at-hand: bitcoin.

Monthly Water & Sandy Wander Third Saturdays - Lunch AFTER Option
2024-10-19 10:00 - 13:00 | IN
🩴☀️😎⛵👣🐕‍🦺This is a repeating Monthly wander along the lake and sandy dunes/beach
The focus will be on the SW Michigan Beaches!
**1) October Wander** will be in **South Haven** —those familiar, please comment on BEST 1-2 hour walk/hike AND/OR good post-hike group dining (right now I have us starting at Pilgrim Haven)!! IDEAL lake & dune views/experiences
**2) November** will be all the way up to **Ludington** (will update map closer to time)
**3) December** is good ol’ **Warren Dunes, or Weko or Silver Beach TBD and updated closer to the date**
I will update parking & hike directions in the next couple few weeks.
**🌞🌡️☁️🍃⛈️🌧️🌈❄️☃️We are going to try for “any weather” – hahaha, i am still a Florida/California/Hawaii weenie, but WE WILL TRY!🌞🌡️☁️🍃⛈️🌧️🌈❄️☃️**
**Only Rule:** Be Kind and Get to Know Everyone
**🐕‍🦺🐶🐕Please check Dog rules for location, if it is friendly, so are we!!**

Warren Dunes Hike
2024-10-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Warren Dunes State Park, 12032 Red Arrow Highway Lake charter Township, Michigan 49125, Sawyer, MI, 49125, United States
We will go for an afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan.
This is about a 5 mile hike. It is a bit more difficult with the dunes but the pace will be moderate. We can start with the trail entrance off the beach, take that to trail 4, then take trail 13 down to the beach. There we can take a walk along the beach back towards the parking lot at whatever pace you prefer. I usually like to spend sometime on the beach.
We can go for a bit to eat after.
We can meet in or near the northernmost parking lot. They may have the north parking lots closed, so we wil meet in the available open parking lot. There is usually a $11 entrance fee.
We will be meeting at Sawyer Garden Center 15 minutes earlier and carpool in. We have a couple people with park passes so you have the option to meet earlier and carpool in or meet at the park. Either is fine. Understand that the garden center is wonderful! If you think you might like to look around before we head over, plan for that and give yourself plenty of time.

Evening Hike Around the Lakes at Notre Dame
2024-10-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Notre Dame, Dorr Rd,, South Bend, IN, 46556, United States
We will go for a quick hike around the lakes at Notre Dame and maybe a bit on campus. This is an easy hike, with clear lighted paths.
This will be a pet friendly hike.
Please update your RSVP.
Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU Station. Turn and go to the last open parking in the south lot. We can meet by the campus gate on Dorr Rd.

4th Annual Launch Pitch Fest
2024-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Ghostlight Theatre, 101 Hinkley Street, Benton Harbor, 49022, United States
Emerge Innovation Hub 4th Annual Pitch Night, in partnership with the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, sponsored by Whirlpool.

At this “shark-tank” styled pitch competition, we will be awarding Micro Grants to three (3) Emerging Businesses AND three (3) Accelerating Businesses (see below for eligibility criteria).
Emerging Business Awards:

1st Place – $7,500
2nd Place – $3,000
Crowd Favorite – $2,000

Accelerating Business Awards:

1st Place – $20,000
2nd Place – $10,000
Crowd Favorite – $5,000

By investing in our amazing local small-business community, we look forward to growing entrepreneurship in Berrien County!

4th Annual Launch Pitch Fest {Online Tickets}
2024-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | IN

Murder Mystery at the Studebaker Mansion with Dinner at Tippecanoe Place
2024-10-26 17:45 - 21:30 | Tippecanoe Place Restaurant, 620 West Washington Street, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
MODIFIED ARRIVAL TIME, we need to be there by 6pm! So we are meeting at Tippecanoe at 5:45pm instead of 6:15. I must have misread the original post.
**🎭🗡️EACH of you should have received a Meetup Message, Facebook Messenger or Phone Text with your character name and a description of who you are by 6:30p Sunday October 20th. Please let me know if you did not see it or receive it!!**
**Do not share the character with anyone!! Except Sharon, you will need to send the name and link to your guest. But you won’t know the description unless you PEEK!!**
This meetup should be good fun!
**[Dinner and Murder Mystery](https://www.tippe.com/event/murder-mystery-dinner-houdinis-great-escape-circa-1935-friday-october-28-2022-copy-2/),** (click for more info!)
Each of us will be one of the “characters” with a clue, while enjoying dinner and drinks
This is a rare PAID event I need to **reserve and pay for each person at the time of reservation**
Please send the $75 fee to Zelle or Paypal soon after you RSVP here. I will make the reservation for the whole table. I also need your choice of an Entree too. I hear it is all quite enjoyable and farily yummy. (drinks/gratuity extra during the meal)
**Dress as you feel best OR dress for the 1935 part!**
**THE INFO:**
# Murder Mystery Dinner – Houdini’s Great Escape – circa 1935 Saturday, October 26 2024
**October 26, 2024 06:30 PM until October 26, 2024 09:30 PM**
620 W Washington St, South Bend, IN 46601
**Houdini’s Great Escape – Circa 1935**
**Bess Houdini invites you to attend a séance to contact her dear departed husband, Harry Houdini. Harry Houdini died under mysterious circumstances on October 31st, 1926. This will be the 9th anniversary of his death. Bess has vowed to keep her husband’s vigil and honor her contract with him by attempting to contact him upon the anniversary of his death to prove that there is life after death.**
**But, everything is not as it seems.**
**RSVP with the $75 fee by October 5th**, note which entree you want:
Prime Rib, North Atlantic Salmon, Pasta Primavera or Chicken Marsala.
*I will get a table for up to 10 people depending on PAID RSVPs to this meetup! — it will depend on number of chairs avail when I make the reservation. IF there are less than 10 chairs available, I will fill the available chairs with those who paid for their RSVP first. BUT, I will also call and see if they can squish in all the PAID RSVPs!! Ya never know!! If we can’t expand the table or we might be able to get 2 tables.
IF RESERVATIONS ARE FULL ON OCTOBER 5TH, I WILL REFUND THE MONEY IMMEDIATELY! NO WORRIES. They do fill up quickly sometimes.
Please choose Zelle if you have it. OR *if Paypal is best for you choose GIFT to Friend/Family, so there is no fee charged to either of us. Sorry, I don’t have Venmo setup anymore.*
Both Zelle & Paypal email: ***AnnastasiaStewart@gmail.com or phone 5743409502***

Warren Dunes Hike
2024-11-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Sawyer Garden Center, 5865 Sawyer Rd,, Sawyer, MI, 49125, United States
We will do this hike again since it’s a favorite. ✌️ afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan.
This is about a 5 mile hike. It is a bit more difficult with the dunes but the pace will be moderate. We can start with the trail entrance off the beach, take that to trail 4, then take trail 8 down to the beach. There we can take a walk along the beach back towards the parking lot at whatever pace you prefer. I usually like to spend sometime on the beach.
We will be meeting at Sawyer Garden Center 15 minutes earlier and carpool in. Understand that the garden center is wonderful! If you think you might like to look around before we head over, plan for that and give yourself plenty of time. If you are meeting us at the park, understand that we may be a few minutes after 12 so you may have to wait for us. We can meet you near the pavilion at the northernmost parking lot that is open. They typically have only one parking lot open this time of year. My phone goes into sos mode, so I won’t be able to receive any comments when we are at the lake.
Please update your RSVP and remember to be kind and patient.
We can go out to eat after but anymore, restaurants are so loud it takes away from the experience for me. So I’ll probably bow out of that.
