Sock Hop fun

As part of The Life Atomic programming, the Coloma-Watervliet Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored a Sock Hop at the Coloma Middle School on April 16. Visitors of all ages dressed up in period costumes and enjoyed 1950s music. The hula hoop contest was a big hit - with four contestants taking home gift ceritificates to Safarai Joe's in Watervliet.

A special thank you to all of our sponsors: AEP, Chemical Bank, John's Glass, Easy Street, T's Tap, Lane Automotive, Ron Postelli, Brookfield Dodge, Duffield's Cottages, Michigan Mold, Safari Joe's, Innovative Salon, Pizza Hut, Friendly Tavern, Lake Michigan Hills, Board of Trade, Hardings, Papa Scotts, Phillipi Grocery, Vitale's Market, Burger King, Loma Theatre, McDonalds, True Value, Big C Lumber, Wil-o-Paw Animal Hospital, Community Hospital, Coloma Motor Sports, Rick Rasmussen.

(below) Contestants take part in the hula hoop contest.




(below) Volunteers at the front table during the Sock Hop


(below) The Miss Coloma Court judges the costume contest.

Be an Atomic Volunteer

The Life Atomic Exhibit and Programs: April 1 – May 15, 2010

Opening Reception: Thursday, April 1, 5:30-7:30pm – Help out for an hour at our Opening Reception for The Life Atomic and still enjoy the music, refreshments, and 1950s celebrity appearances. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

1950s Spring Break: Wednesday, April 7, 1-3pm – Work with local kids and families on one of a variety of fun, 50s-inspired activities throughout the museum. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

Community Sock Hop: Friday, April 16, 6-9pm – Help out for an hour or more at this free family event to be held in the Alwood Gymnasium at Coloma Middle School. Jobs include decorations, set-up and clean-up, refreshments, ticket sales, costume and hula contest judges, and manning the NBHS info table. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

Gallery Greeters: Every Saturday, April 1 – May 15 – Greet visitors and track attendance for a portion of our Saturday Exhibit Hours, 10am-5pm.

Gallery Greeters: Every Friday, April 1 – May 15 – Greet visitors and track attendance for a portion of our Friday Exhibit Hours, 10am-5pm.

Exhibit Docent: Scheduling TBD, April 1 – May 15 – Help guide school and community groups through The Life Atomic exhibit. Training and study guide provided.

Please call the museum at 269-468-3330 or email nbhs2@sbcglobal.net to sign up to volunteer.