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Sarah Yore-VanOosterhout, one of the attorneys who callers would speak with when they call. She is also LIA’s founder, managing attorney, and advocacy director.
New programs enhance legal services for asylum seekers and immigrants in West Michigan

Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates launches two communication programs to reduce wait times and enhance legal services for asylum seekers and immigrants in West Michigan.

Holland Ambassador Academy is a 10-week course for city residents to gain insight into the operations of various city departments.
City launches first Holland Ambassador Academy

Holland Ambassador Academy is a 10-week course for city residents to gain insight into the operations of various city departments.

Take a free Dutch Dance lesson as part of Music Moves Us

As part of HSO Presents Music Moves Us, Tulip Time is offering a free Dutch Dance lesson on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 10-10:45 a.m.   

Take a free Zumba class as part of Music Moves Us

As part of Music Moves Us, Evergreen Commons is opening up a Zumba Gold class to the public on Friday, Aug. 9, from 10:15-11:00 a.m.

Kids can take a free Hawaiian dance lesson as part of Music Moves Us

As part of Music Moves Us, the West Michigan Asian American Association is offering a free Polynesian dance lesson and story on Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Holland Farmers Market. Community Action House will teach children how to build their own tropical fruit salad.

Holland-area man swims across Lake Erie to raise money for swim lesson scholarships

Dr. Bryan Huffman, a Holland-area ophthalmologist, swam across Lake Erie on June 28 as part of a years-long effort to raise scholarship funds for Holland Aquatic Center’s swimming instruction program.

Herrick District Library is hosting its fifth annual writing challenge for kids and teens this summer.
Stories Wide Open at Herrick District Library

Kids and teens can tell their own stories with a summer writing program at Herrick District Library.

Escape Ministries is one of six nonprofits to receive grant funding in the latest round of awards from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area.
6 ways nonprofits are making a difference in the Holland/Zeeland area

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area is supporting six organizations making a difference in the area with grants ranging from $15,000 to $60,000.

Cindy Larsen, left, will retire from the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber; Rachel Gorman will take over the role.
Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber President Cindy Larsen to retire

After 25 years of leading the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, Cindy Larsen will retire in the fall. The chamber’s chief operating officer, Rachel Gorman, will take over the role.

Highland Games have youth divisions as well. the Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival and Highland Games returns this month.
Celtic Festival returns June 21-22

The third annual Celtic Festival returns June 21-22 to the Ottawa County Fairgrounds.

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