Juneteenth returns with fun and a renewed purpose
Holland's Juneteenth celebration will be a day of fun, learning, and healing. Alongside the festival fun will also be a COVID-19 clinic and voter registration drive.
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Tai chi as a way of life
Andrew Dell'Olio shares how his love of Asian culture led him to study and teach Asian philosophies for decades, and learn the harmony or balance that comes with practicing the slow-moving meditation of tai chi.
Groundworks, HDL’s ‘incubator for creativity,’ reopens
Coordinator Dan Zuberbier says Herrick District Library’s Groundworks is “a place for ideas.” HDL cardholders may sign up for one-on-one sessions with Zuberbier or open hours to create, learn, or work on a project using library equipment.
New music business program lets GRCC students enter Ferris as seniors to complete BA
Under the agreement, students could earn an associate degree in pre-music and entertainment in three years at Grand Rapids Community College, then transfer to Ferris State University for one year to complete a bachelor’s degree in music and entertainment business.
Hip-hop legend to discuss his life, craft at diversity lecture series
Rakim is set to take the virtual stage for the April 6 installment of the GRCC Diversity Lecture Series. The celebrated hip-hop MC will discuss his life, work, and book, which offers his insights on writing and rhyming, as well as a glimpse into his private life.
Holland Museum exhibit to celebrate legacy of artist Mathias Alten
The exhibition includes rarely seen sketches and watercolors by the German-born artist well-known for his oil paintings. The pieces, which will be on display from March 12 through July 25, are from the Grand Valley State University Art Gallery Collection.
Downtown Zeeland looks for hope at the corner of Strength and Main
Zeeland's new Strength and Main ad campaign asks customers to pull together for their downtown storefronts and restaurants. Those who participate in the 10-day social media portion have a chance to win prizes.
Gift of saxophone invigorates spirit of Hope student
The instrument was donated by the widow of a religion professor. Hope College sophomore Houston Patton plans to express his gratitude by playing his very best on the horn.
Michigan offers 3 grants for businesses, employees, venues hurt by pandemic
State funds have been set aside for those whose livelihoods have been damaged by the pandemic. However, there’s a brief window of time to submit applications.
Sparkling displays spread joy in Lakeshore downtowns
In communities throughout the Lakeshore, downtowns are dressed up for the holidays. Shining brighter than the others this year is Spring Lake, where “a lot of love” went into the hands-on decorating for its inaugural Sparkle Festival.
Tai chi as a way of life
Andrew Dell'Olio shares how his love of Asian culture led him to study and teach Asian philosophies for decades, and learn the harmony or balance that comes with practicing the slow-moving meditation of tai chi.
Groundworks, HDL’s ‘incubator for creativity,’ reopens
Coordinator Dan Zuberbier says Herrick District Library’s Groundworks is “a place for ideas.” HDL cardholders may sign up for one-on-one sessions with Zuberbier or open hours to create, learn, or work on a project using library equipment.
New music business program lets GRCC students enter Ferris as seniors to complete BA
Under the agreement, students could earn an associate degree in pre-music and entertainment in three years at Grand Rapids Community College, then transfer to Ferris State University for one year to complete a bachelor’s degree in music and entertainment business.
Hip-hop legend to discuss his life, craft at diversity lecture series
Rakim is set to take the virtual stage for the April 6 installment of the GRCC Diversity Lecture Series. The celebrated hip-hop MC will discuss his life, work, and book, which offers his insights on writing and rhyming, as well as a glimpse into his private life.
Holland Museum exhibit to celebrate legacy of artist Mathias Alten
The exhibition includes rarely seen sketches and watercolors by the German-born artist well-known for his oil paintings. The pieces, which will be on display from March 12 through July 25, are from the Grand Valley State University Art Gallery Collection.
Downtown Zeeland looks for hope at the corner of Strength and Main
Zeeland's new Strength and Main ad campaign asks customers to pull together for their downtown storefronts and restaurants. Those who participate in the 10-day social media portion have a chance to win prizes.
Gift of saxophone invigorates spirit of Hope student
The instrument was donated by the widow of a religion professor. Hope College sophomore Houston Patton plans to express his gratitude by playing his very best on the horn.
Michigan offers 3 grants for businesses, employees, venues hurt by pandemic
State funds have been set aside for those whose livelihoods have been damaged by the pandemic. However, there’s a brief window of time to submit applications.
Sparkling displays spread joy in Lakeshore downtowns
In communities throughout the Lakeshore, downtowns are dressed up for the holidays. Shining brighter than the others this year is Spring Lake, where “a lot of love” went into the hands-on decorating for its inaugural Sparkle Festival.
