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Kathleen Schenck

Kathleen Schenck writes about arts and culture, equity, healthy communities and more. With a B.A. and M.F.A. in creative writing and an M.A. in TESOL and applied linguistics, she moved to the Lakeshore following a postgraduate fellowship from the Helen Zell Writers' Program at the University of Michigan. Write to Kathleen about nonprofit volunteer and fundraising opportunities or anything else at contact@thelakeshorewm.com.

 

Kathleen Schenck's Latest Articles

Resilience in Holland is looking for a number of volunteers, including light maintenence work.
Make Waves: Adopt a highway, help kids, support trees

Spring is the perfect time to get out and help others. This month's list of volunteer opportunities includes a wide range of work — from helping kids and domestic violence victims to preparing for the Ottawa Conservation District's annual seedling sale and adopting a highway.

Madam Sylvia reads the stars.
Sylvia Reads the Stars: It’s the season of love for four-legged Aries

Our prescient pooch will tell you your fortune with a flair for doggy dramatics. 

Madam Sylvia reads the stars.
Sylvia Reads the Stars

Sylvia may be a dog, but she keeps the key to your star chart right next to her favorite squeaky toy.

Beauty Beyond Drag Productions will raise awareness for the Grand Rapids Red Project.
Make Waves on the Lakeshore: Turn on your heartlight

Warm your heart and the hearts of others by giving your time, talent, or cold hard cash. 

Madam Sylvia reads the stars.
Canine astrologer Sylvia reads the stars

We have a new offering this week to warm up those long Lakeshore nights: Sylvia reads the stars. This is a lighthearted horoscope as written by one of the Lakeshore's many beloved dogs, Madam Sylvia, as told to Kathleen Schenck. 

Volunteer opportunities along the Lakeshore don't stop when the snow falls.
Make Waves on the Lakeshore: Let kindness fight the wintertime blues

There are plenty of ways to fight the good fight this season. Here are some ideas for making a difference this winter along the Lakeshore.

Fennville District Library librarian Teresa Kline is the 2021 Michigan Librarian of the Year.
Return to rural roots puts Michigan’s Librarian of the Year right where she belongs

As the recipient of Michigan's 2021 Public Librarian of the Year, Fennville Library Director Teresa Kline has been recognized for her innovative approach to providing services to a rural community.

Agewell Services of West Michigan will help the city of Muskegon feed those in need during two drive-thru events.
Make Waves on the Lakeshore: Donate your time, resources during season of giving

Beat the holiday blues by giving back with these opportunities along the lakeshore.

Poetry can be an alternative to a divisive political conversation around the Thanksgiving table. (Photo taken by Kathleen Schenck)
Try poetry instead of politics at your Thanksgiving gathering

Want an alternative to a divisive political conversation around the Thanksgiving table? Try reading aloud these poems about gratitude.

Community Action House is seeking volunteers to help power its newly opened Food Club store in Holland.
Make Waves on the Lakeshore: Your Guide to Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities

With so many ways to make a difference in our community, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin. Kathleen Schenck highlights volunteer and fundraising opportunities available along the Lakeshore.

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