Melon Festival

Schedule of Events

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08/18/2011
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.		 The 2nd Annual Melon Ball - the Official Kick-off to the Howell Melon Festival (McPherson Mansion)

Advance $45 ticket - day of $50/ticket includes 1 drink ticket, commemorative 8 oz. pilsner glass, drink ticket, and catered food by Jonna's. Just when you get hungry again at about 9:30, Jonna's will deliver pizzas for all!  Dueling Pianos-Aces Wild Entertainment, Summer Cocktail Attire, Crowning of the Melon King & Queen Sponsored by Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Ballard Benefit Group, and the Gronows and Myers.

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08/17/2011
8-10:30 p.m.		 Summer Concert at the Beach

Enjoy a great summer concert at the City Beach, featuring Jeff Pianki, and two opening acts.  Advance ticket price is $6, and $8 gate price.  Go online now to purchase tickets at www.howellmelonfestival.com, www.fusionshows.com.  Go to the DDA to purchase tickets, too, at 122 State Street.  Concessions will be open at the beach.

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08/19/2011
10am to 6:30pm		 Used Book Sale (Howell Carnegie District Library)

Sponsored by the Friends of the Howell Carnegie District Library

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08/19/2011
12 p.m. - 9 p.m.		 FREE Melon Wine Tasting-Howell's Main Street Winery

Stop by the Winery at 201 W. Grand River for FREE melon wine tasting during Melon Festival weekend, and to purchase your very own bottle. Limited quantity!

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Information Booth, Picnic Area & Merchandise

Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Memory Lane - Peanut Row Alley

Take a walk down Memory Lane in Peanut Row Alley, between State Street and N. Michigan Ave.  Enjoy historic photographs of Howell and the Melon Festival, many of which are submitted by the Howell Community.

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-6 p.m.		 Tours of the Historic Howell Depot Museum

North of Clinton on N. Walnut at the train station

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Melon Ice Cream

Enjoy authentic Howell Melon Ice Cream, served up by the Howell Rotary Club.  Made possible by the following business sponsors:  Carr's Finishing Touch, Dr. Samuel Daniels, DDS, Livingstontalk.com, and Paulson's Construction.  Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Howell Melon Carts Selling Howell Melons

located in Downtown Howell
Sponsored by Meijer

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-10 p.m.		 Childrens' Inflatables

Located north of Grand River on N. Walnut St.

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08/19/2011
3 p.m.-9 p.m.		 BBQ on State Street

Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn
Sponsored by Medilodge.

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08/19/2011
5 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Fine Art Show & Tours at the Opera House

Sponsored by the Livingston Arts Council

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08/19/2011
5 p.m.-10 p.m.		 Festival Tent with Michigan Micro-brews, live music, and BBQ

Made possible by Lake Trust Credit Union, in partnership with the Livingston Arts Council, sample Michigan micro-brews, enjoy live entertainment and feast on a barbecue, in the Festival Tent.  Try a fine selection of beers from Frog Island Brewing Company, Liberty Street Brewing Company, Shorts Brewing Company, Michigan Brewing Company, Arcadia, Blue Tractor BBQ & Brewery, Norther United Brewing, and B'Nectar Meadery.  Enjoy acoustic music from Lance Sherwood and Jim Fugit on Friday night, and three acoustic acts all day Saturday: Meg and Tony, Sinjoun Smith, and Bugs Beddow Band.  Admission packages for all budgets, includes admission only price is $5, admission + 3 (3 oz.) beer tastings for $10, or admission + commemorative pint glass + 6 (3 oz.) beer tastings for $20.  Individual beer tastings, pints of beer, and food tickets may be purchased in the tent.  Barbecue provided by Hickory BBQ and Grill.  Avoid the lines, and purchase your tickets right here online today!

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08/19/2011
6 p.m.-9 p.m.		 34th Annual Howell Melon Run

Start/Finish Line at Clinton and State Streets.
Sponsored by the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority.

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08/19/2011
6 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Box that Rocks! WHMI 93.5 FM

Located on the corner of Grand River and State Street.

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08/19/2011
7 p.m.-9 p.m.		 The Rhythm Society Orchestra, Concerts at the Courthouse

Sponsored by the Livingston Arts Council.

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08/19/2011
12 Noon-11p.m.		 River Boat Melon Cruises

Located at the Boat Launch at Thompson Lake. 

Lunch, dinner, and moonlight cruises to benefit the Humane Society of Livingston County. 

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08/20/2011
11 a.m.		 Kids Bubble Gum Blowing Contest

Sponsored by VG's

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08/20/2011
12 Noon		 Kids Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest

Sponsored by VG's

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08/20/2011
2 p.m.		 Watermelon Eating Contest

Sponsored by VG's

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Fine Art Show & Tours at the Opera House

Sponsored by the Livingston Arts Council

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.- 12 Noon		 Scribble the Sidewalks

Sponsored by the Livingston Arts Council

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08/20/2011
10 a.m. -9 p.m.		 Main Entertainment Stage

Enjoy a variety of performers on our main stage, including Lamp Lighter Barbershop Quartet at 10 a.m., Livingston County Concert Band at 1 p.m., The Sundowners (previous Livingston Sensation winners!) at 5:30 p.m., and Annabelle Road from 7 to 9:00 p.m.  Located on N. Michigan at Clinton Street.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.-7 p.m.		 Demonstration Area

Located on N. Michigan at Grand River Ave., enjoy a variety of acts, including Karen's Dance, High Flyers Gymnastics, Jump Rope Team, and My Adventure Theater.

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.-4 p.m.		 Train Rides from Howell to Byron Station

Meet at the Historic Howell Train Depot Museum on N. Walnut St.
Departures at 10 a.m., 12 Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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08/20/2011
11 a.m.-3 p.m.		 Children's Activities

Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn.
Sponsored by VG's

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08/20/2011
2 p.m.-11 p.m.		 Festival Tent with Michigan Micro-brews, live music, and BBQ

Expanded hours! Made possible by Lake Trust Credit Union, in partnership with the Livingston Arts Council, sample Michigan micro-brews, enjoy live entertainment and feast on a barbecue, in the Festival Tent.  Try a fine selection of beers from Frog Island Brewing Company, Liberty Street Brewing Company, Shorts Brewing Company, Michigan Brewing Company, Arcadia, Blue Tractor BBQ and Brewery, Northern United Brewing, and B'Nectar Meadery.  Enjoy acoustic music from Lance Sherwood and  Jim Fugit on Friday night, and three acoustic acts all day Saturday: Meg and Tony, Sinjoun Smith, and Bugs Beddow Band.  Admission packages for all budgets, includes admission only price is $5, admission + 3 (3 oz.) beer tastings for $10, or admission + commemorative pint glass + 6 (3 oz.) beer tastings for $20.  Individual beer tastings, pints of beer, and food tickets may be purchased in the tent.  Barbecue provided by Hickory BBQ and Grill.  Avoid the lines, and purchase your tickets right here online today!

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.-10 p.m.		 Childrens' Inflatables

Located on Walnut St.

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08/20/2011
12 Noon-9 p.m.		 Box that Rocks! WHMI 93.5 FM

Located on the corner of Grand River & State St.

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.-4 p.m.		 Classic Car Show by the Train Depot

Hosted by the Howell Area Historical Society, with business sponsors Roy's Autoworks and Backhuus Auto.

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08/20/2011
9:15 p.m.-11 p.m.		 FREE Disney Movie, "Tangled"

Located on State Street

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08/20/2011
12 Noon-11p.m.		 River Boat Melon Cruises

Located at the boat launch at Thompson Lake.  Lunch Dinner and Moonlight Cruises to benefit the Humane Society of Livingston County.

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.-3 p.m.		 Kiwanis Club Dunk Tank

Sponsored by the Howell Kiwanis Club

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 MetroParks Education Trailer

Located on N. Michigan Ave.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Information Booth, Picnic Area & Merchandise

Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Memory Lane - Peanut Row Alley

Located North of Grand River between State and N. Michigan Avenue.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 11 a.m.		 Doc May's 3rd Annual Commemorative Melon Ride

Meet on the Historic Courthouse Lawn.
Sponsored by the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Tours of the Historic Howell Depot Museum

Located north of Clinton on N. Walnut at the train station.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Howell Melon Carts Selling Howell Melons

Located in Downtown Howell
Sponsored by Meijer

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Food Vendors & Eating Area

Located on Clinton Street west of N. Michigan Ave.

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Fine Arts & Wares Show

Art Information Booth at 118 W. Clinton

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08/20/2011
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.		 Melon Ice Cream

Enjoy authentic Howell Melon Ice Cream, served up by the Howell Rotary Club.  Made possible by the following business sponsors:  Carr's Finishing Touch, Dr. Samuel Daniels, DDS, Livingstontalk.com, and Paulson's Construction.  Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn.

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08/20/2011
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.		 Trolley Tours of Historic Howell

Located north of Clinton on N. Walnut at the train station.  Departs every house from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m.  The last trip will depart at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by the Howell Area Historical Society

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08/20/2011
12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.		 FREE Melon Wine Tasting-Howell's Main Street Winery

Stop by the Winery at 201 W. Grand River for FREE melon wine tasting during Melon Festival weekend, and to purchase your very own bottle. Limited quantity!

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08/21/2011
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.		 Sand Melon Ball (Volleyball) Tournament

Sponsored by the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Information Booth, Picnic Area & Merchandise

Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Memory Lane - Peanut Row Alley

North of Grand River between State St. and N. Michigan Ave.

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Tours of the Historic Howell Depot Museum

Located north of Clinton on N. Walnut at the train station.

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08/21/2011
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.		 Trolley Tours of Historic Howell

Located north of Clinton on N. Walnut st. at the train station.  Departs every hour from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m.  Last trip at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by the Howell Area Historical Society

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Melon Ice Cream

Enjoy authentic Howell Melon Ice Cream, served up by the Howell Rotary Club.  Made possible by the following business sponsors:  Carr's Finishing Touch, Dr. Samuel Daniels, DDS, Livingstontalk.com, and Paulson's Construction.  Located on the Historic Courthouse Lawn.

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Howell Melon Carts Selling Howell Melons

Sponsored by Meijer

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Food Vendors & Eating Area

Located on Clinton Street west of N. Michigan

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Fine Arts & Wares Show

Located on N. Walnut and W. Clinton.  Art Information Booth at 118 W. Clinton.

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 Fine Art Show & Tours at the Opera House

Sponsored by the Livingston Arts Council

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08/21/2011
10 a.m.-3 p.m.		 Main Entertainment Stage

Come see the Premier Big Band at 10 a.m., and shows by Animal Magic at 12:00 p.m and 2 p.m.  Located on N. Michigan at Clinton St.

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.-3 p.m.		 Demonstration Area

Located on N. Michigan at Grand River Ave., enjoy My Adventure Theater and Pedal Puller Competition on Sunday.

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08/21/2011
10 a.m.-4 p.m.		 Train Rides from Howell to Byron Station

Meet at the Historic Howell Train Depot Museum on N. Walnut.  Departures are at 10 a.m., 12 Noon, 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.

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08/21/2011
11 a.m.-5p.m.		 Childrens' Inflatables

Located on N. Walnut.

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08/21/2011
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.		 Box that Rocks! WHMI 93.5 FM

Located on the corner of Grand River Ave and State St.

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08/21/2011
12 Noon-1:30 p.m.		 Thompson Lake Boat Cruises

Lunch cruise only to benefit the Humane Society of Livingston County.  Located at the Roosevelt St. public boat launch at Thompson Lake.

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08/21/2011
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.		 MetroParks Education Trailer

Located on N. Michigan Ave.

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08/18/2011
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.		 Thompson Lake Dinner Cruise

No additional information for this event

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08/20/2011
1p.m.		 Biggest Howell Melon Weigh-In

Rules and Eligibility: Bring your Howell Melon to the Historic Courthouse Lawn VG Contest Area at this time to see if your Howell Melon is the biggest in the area!  Size and weight will be taken by VG's judges for determination of the winner. 

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08/21/2011
2p.m.-5p.m.		 Livingston Sensations Finals

Located in the Courthouse Ampitheater.  Sponsored by the Livingston County Press & Argus.  In case of inclement weather, the event will move to the Freshman Campus.

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08/19/2011
5 p.m.-9 p.m.		 Bungee Jump

No additional information for this event

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08/20/2011
10 a.m.-3 p.m.		 Guided Tours of DIA Inside/Out Exhibit

Tours begin hourly at the DIA Booth.

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08/21/2011
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.		 FREE Melon Wine Tasting-Howell's Main Street Winery

Stop by the Winery at 201 W. Grand River for FREE melon wine tasting during Melon Festival weekend, and to purchase your very own bottle. Limited quantity!

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