Pentwater's Brews & Beats Festival returns to the Village Green this Saturday, May 3. Featuring varieties of music, food and craft beverages from all over the state, it's a lively way to get into spring and move towards summer!

Live music. Great food. Craft beer, wine and cider. Tickets are available at the pre-sale price of $35 and tend to sell out, so gather friends and get yours today. Each ticket comes with a tasting glass, 6 sampling tokens, and the opportunity to purchase more. Ages 21+ obviously!

Full details and tickets available at the link below. See you in Pentwater!

BREWS & BEATS

For those wishing to sponsor or be a vendor, email events@pentwater.org.

The West Michigan Rural Small Business Resource Fair will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the MSU Research Station in Hart, Michigan. The event is hosted by Oceana County Economic Alliance in partnership with business and economic development organizations throughout West Michigan. This exciting event brings together entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring business professionals for a half-day of networking, learning, and resource sharing with a focus on businesses in rural communities.

This one-day event is open to anyone with an interest in starting, growing, or enhancing their business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a current business owner looking to expand, or someone with a great idea seeking guidance, the West Michigan Rural Small Business Resource Fair has something for everyone.

The West Michigan Rural Small Business Resource Fair is free to attend, and registration is required.

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Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Connect with local experts: Meet representatives from business development organizations, financial institutions, and community resources.
• Learn through workshops: Participate in informative sessions covering topics such as business planning, marketing strategies, financial management, and more.
• Network with peers: Build relationships with other local business owners and entrepreneurs.
• Access valuable resources: Discover tools, programs, and services to help you succeed in your business endeavors.

Shelby State Bank has partnered with Community Bankers of Michigan to sponsor and host the Folds of Honor golf outing in support of the families of fallen U.S. military service members. The event will be held at American Dunes Golf Club on Monday, June 9, where the property itself has several memorials to service men and women across the years. 

Teams are going fast! Click below for registration information or to learn more about Folds of Honor.

GOLF OUTING

FOLDS OF HONOR