<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1ZjWHK_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1ZjWHK_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>My Son the Hurricane puts on a lively performance during LaborFest on Aug. 31, 2024 in Manistee. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> MANISTEE — As the sun set on another Michigan summer, Manistee County came alive with vibrant celebrations, drawing residents and visitors to mark the holiday. </p><p> From a music festival in Manistee to community gatherings in Brethren and Arcadia, this year’s festivities brought a spectacular close to the season. </p><p> Here are details for some of the notable events that took place over Labor Day weekend: </p><h2><a class="chapter-anchor" id="laborfest_1725142719885" tabindex="0"></a> LaborFest </h2><p> The seventh annual LaborFest was held at First Street Beach in Manistee, organized by Salt City Rock and Blues, Inc. </p><p> The event featured a day of musical performances headlined by the band My Son the Hurricane, a 12-piece brass ensemble from Niagara, Ontario. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2YGHB8_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2YGHB8_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>BVO performs at LaborFest on Aug. 31, 2024. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> The festival began with an antique and classic car and motorcycle show on Saturday morning. </p><p> The Labor Day parade made its way from the Armory Youth Project to the entrance of the Lions Pavilion at First Street Beach. </p><p> Afternoon music included performances by Nick Veine, BVO, RPM, and Sufferin Suckatash. DJ Skin Kwan Doe played between sets. Evening performances included Taylor Makowicki and the Generation Gap, Salt City All-Stars, Salt City All-Star Review, and Red Apple Road, according to the set list. </p><p> Salt City Rock and Blues, a nonprofit organization established in 2013, uses proceeds from the annual event to benefit various local causes. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3fHBXS_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3fHBXS_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>Youths climb the anchor near Lions Pavilion during LaborFest on Aug. 31, 2024.&nbsp; (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> Past contributions include funds for the restoration of the Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse and Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, as well as a feasibility study for an amphitheater, now intended to be a band shell. Additional information is available at saltcityrb.com. </p><h2><a class="chapter-anchor" id="brethrendays_1725142723311" tabindex="0"></a> Brethren Days </h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2L1tKe_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2L1tKe_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>Crowds came out to enjoy the music, vendors and activities at Dickson Township Park for Brethren Days. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> Brethren Days, a longstanding fundraiser organized by the Brethren Boosters, is held from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 at Dickson Township Park. The event funds local enrichment projects and scholarships. </p><p> Festivities began on Friday with an outdoor nightclub featuring karaoke followed by DJ music. On Saturday, events included the High Bridge Hustle 5K run at 9 a.m., a pancake breakfast, arts and craft vendors, a dragster and classic car show, and various food and drink offerings. The Brethren Days Softball Tournament also returned after a year’s hiatus. Live music was performed throughout the day. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1wYE3Q_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1wYE3Q_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>A competitor takes aim during the horseshoe pitching contest at Brethren Days on Aug. 31, 2024. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> A community church service was scheduled for 10 a.m. on Sunday, followed by a pig roast at noon. More live music, a cornhole tournament, and a grand parade were on the schedule for Sept. 1. </p><h2><a class="chapter-anchor" id="minnehahabrewhaha_1725142728085" tabindex="0"></a> Minnehaha Brewhaha </h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=36GAdW_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=36GAdW_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>Live music fills the air at the Minnehaha Brewhaha on Aug. 31, 2024 in Arcadia. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1aHMai_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1aHMai_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>Nick Veine performs on the new second stage at the Minnehaha Brewhaha festival on Aug. 31, 2024, in Arcadia. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> The Minnehaha Brewhaha Music Festival was held at Arcadia Marine on Friday and Saturday. </p><p> The festival featured over 70 varieties of beer, wine and spirits for sampling, along with various food trucks. Approximately 10 musical acts performed, with a new second music stage added for 2024. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2hvSNu_0vH2uRdj00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2hvSNu_0vH2uRdj00" width="650" height="488" ><figcaption>Attendees enjoy craft beers and live music at the Minnehaha Brewhaha on Aug. 31, 2024 in Arcadia. (Scott Fraley/News Advocate) </figcaption></figure><p> The festival started with a Minnehaha Brewhaha Music Festival 5K and 15K run on Friday. </p><p> The event is sponsored by Music Moves Me, a nonprofit organization that supports music education and appreciation in Arcadia-area schools and communities. </p><p> For further information, attendees could visit music-moves-me.org or contact Dan Macek at musicmovesmearcadia@gmail.com. </p></div></body>

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Photos: Labor Day weekend brings vibrant close to summer in Manistee County

From LaborFest in Manistee to community gatherings in Brethren and Arcadia, this year’s celebrations brought a spectacular close to the summer season.