Posts From: January 2024

A Lakeside Chat with Author Valerie Hemingway

By Kaylie Pomper on Jan. 31, 2024

Very few people who knew Ernest Hemingway are still around to share their stories of this charismatic and complicated author — who spent his summers traipsing through the woods and waters around…

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Jeep the Mac YOOP! 2024

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 30, 2024

The 9 th Annual Jeep the Mac event will look a little bit different this year. Due to Mackinac Bridge construction, we will not be able to parade across the bridge as usual. Instead, we are working on…

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Popular Holland On Ice Event Returns to Downtown Holland This Friday And Saturday

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

The coolest event on the Lakeshore returns to Downtown Holland this Friday, February 2 and Saturday, February 3! As part LG Energy Solution’s Holland on Ice, visitors are invited to head to Downtown…

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Blandford Nature Center Offers Free Admission for the Month of February; Offering New Opportunities In A New Season

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

Blandford Nature Center is offering free admission for the entire month of February after the overwhelmingly positive response received from the community during the two admission free months last…

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Gilmore Car Museum Announces 2024 Car Show Season & Winter Events Schedule

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

Enjoy Everything From Snowmobiles and Motorcars, to Muscle Cars and Motorcycles The Gilmore Car Museum released its annual car show and event season schedule today, providing dates for events…

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MUSKEGON’S ARTS & CULTURAL SECTOR SIGNIFICANTLY IMPACT LOCAL ECONOMY

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

Arts and cultural organizations and festivals in Muskegon County made a significant impact on the area’s economy and quality of life in 2022, contributing an estimated $67.6 million in revenues and…

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FREDERIK MEIJER GARDENS & SCULPTURE PARK FUELS $138 MILLION IN ECONOMIC IMPACT, SUPPORTS OVER 1,150 JOBS IN KENT COUNTY, STRENGHENING LOCAL, REGIONAL, AND GLOBAL SIGNIFICANCE

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, acclaimed as one of the world’s premier botanic and sculpture experiences, is not only a cultural and educational treasure but also a powerhouse driving…

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West Michigan Native Returns To Speak On US-China Business Relationship

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 29, 2024

The City of Holland International Relations Commission (IRC), the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan, and Haworth, Inc., are pleased to host Grand Rapids native Kyle Sullivan to speak on…

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Mark your calendar! Events to kick off your February in West Michigan- Fox 17 1/27/2024

By Kaylie Pomper on Jan. 29, 2024

Wine School at Cork Wine & Grille; Various dates now thru December 2024 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Who doesn’t want to learn and have fun at the same time? Embark on a wine-tasting adventure at Cork Wine &…

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John Ball Zoo trains resident physicians on treating venomous bites

By Kathleen Schiefler on Jan. 26, 2024

Local resident physicians gained hands-on experience treating venomous snake and reptile bites from John Ball Zoo experts. “Venom Day” offered the opportunity for resident physicians at Corewell…

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