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There’s a Jail Museum in This Michigan Town That Will Seriously Creep you Out
I love the weird, the strange, and all the spooky things that Michigan has to offer, ESPECIALLY when it has some historical value to it. Case and point, a Jail Museum in Allegan that the Michigan Family Destinations Guide claims will "give you goosebumps." It takes a lot to make...
Best-selling author writing under grandma’s name says West MI is one of the most beautiful places
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — He’s a best-selling author who has multiple books set in West Michigan because of his love for the area—and he’s not even from here. “It looks like a Hallmark movie, and I thought I have to be a part of this,” said Wade Rouse, who’s from the Missouri Ozarks.
Free Groove dance parties part of Music Moves Us
When she’s not traveling to lead dance retreats worldwide, Heather Winia is teaching sessions across West Michigan. During the second week of August, many of her students will travel from around the world to join her for a week-long celebration of her 55th birthday. “We will have dance parties...
7 lakeshore restaurants we've said goodbye to in 2024
HOLLAND — Although the first seven months of 2024 have been kind to new restaurant owners along the lakeshore, there have been several notable closures. Here's a (nonexhaustive) list of some of the restaurants we lost in the first half of 2024: ...
Holland Museum to Host Holland Farmers Market Kids Activities
The Holland Museum will host the Kids Activities at the Holland Farmers Market tomorrow, Wednesday, July 25, to help children learn all about Michigan’s fruit harvest! The Kids Activities are held at the Market every Wednesday from 9:30 am – 11:30 am through August 14. The Activities are free to attend and begin with Market Story Time hosted by the Herrick District Library, followed by a fun, educational, and hands-on activity led by a local community partner. The Kids Activities are proudly sponsored by Corewell Health.
The Holland Symphony Orchestra announces a new CEO
We talk to Michael Naess. The Holland Symphony Orchestra announces a new CEO, Michael Naess. His first event is a significant one. We talk to Michael about his vision, plus the 10 event, 5 day Music Moves Us festival. After a 3-year hiatus due to Russia’s invasion, music festival is...
Free Kids’ Sensory Art and Music Experience at Holland Museum
Amanda Rhines-Poehlman, executive director of Disability Network Lakeshore, understands first-hand the profound impact of music on her son, who has Down Syndrome and autism. "He adores music. It's like his love language," Rhines-Poehlman says. "It’s one of the ways he communicates more clearly. So, it motivates him, energizes him, and he engages more with us when we're singing and dancing like that. That's where we get the best connection with him."
Fury Pawfection Unveils Innovative Pet Supplies Line to Pamper Your Pets
Holland City – May 31, 2024 – Fury Pawfection is excited to introduce a game-changing collection of pet supplies designed to provide unmatched comfort and care for your beloved pets. The latest range includes apparel, toys, beds, kitty condos, health products, and snacks and treats, all crafted to meet the highest standards of quality and innovation.
Orchestra fuses music and movement with free August event series
The Holland Symphony Orchestra (HSO) is hosting a weeklong celebration of free events combining music and movement from August 6 through 10. The free Music Moves Us summer series features dance demonstrations and classes in a variety of music styles, including swing, Dutch Dance, Zumba, and more, with activities designed for all ages.
The Shelley Irwin Show Podcast for 7-25-24
The Holland Symphony Orchestra announces a new CEO, Michael Naess. His first event is a significant one. We talk to Michael about his vision, plus the 10 event, 5 day Music Moves Us festival. Is your child struggling with mental health? We discuss the best way to seek psychiatric services...
‘Million Dollar Quartet heat up at SCA
The Million Dollar Quartet — rock’n’roll legends Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins — met in Memphis Dec. 4, 1956 for an epochal 1-day gig you can see re-created starting Aug. 10 at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts. The Tony Award-winning...
Hudsonville giving away SuperScoop ice cream bars for National Ice Cream Month on July 25
As part of National Ice Cream Month, Hudsonville Ice Cream will distribute SuperScoop ice cream bars for free from 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 25 at a variety of pop-up events in the South Bend area. The locations are Central Park in Mishawaka, Kid’s Kingdom at Potawatomi Park and Howard Park in...
Great Lakes Music Camp brings Grammy Award-winning artists to Michigan, Oct. 3-6
The third annual Great Lakes Music Camp is coming to Camp Blodgett this fall, gathering Grammy Award-winning musicians and local talent for a weekend of playing together. In addition to engaging with world-class instructors, staff, and musicians, campers will get to connect with their peers of the artistic community. The camp is a chance to connect with nature and a diverse musical community, to grow as an artist, and to embrace a rich musical tradition.
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