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Program cultivates next generation of Allegan County community leaders

The Allegan County Leadership Program is accepting applications from residents eager to make a difference in their community. The program is designed for those passionate about leadership and community development.

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HSO’s new CEO brings big orchestra experience to Holland

Michael Naess has worked for organizations such as the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Carnegie Hall, and the Grand Rapids Symphony.    

Neighborhood Connector Lori Appeldoorn pauses at one of many welcoming stops along Central Avenue. This one, in front of JJ's on the corner of Central and 16th Street, includes yard games, lighting, and picnic benches for neighborhood gatherings.
Eastcore looks to artistic future with neighborhood improvements, mural festival

The Eastcore neighborhood in Holland's central city is undergoing a major shift thanks, primarily, to the combined efforts of neighbors and the nonprofit 3Sixty. The neighborhood's second annual mural festival next month will celebrate all those successes and add to them.

Radiant Roots Doula Network serves families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum by providing high-quality and culturally responsive services.
Foundation gives grants to 4 nonprofits to promote healthier parenting

CFHZ distributes $145,000 between four nonprofits, investing in efforts to increase the consistency of a healthy and caring adult presence in local children’s lives.  

A report on the 2023 Allegan County Community Health Survey outlines residents’ health and personal needs.
Allegan Community Health Survey eyes residents’ future well-being

A report on the 2023 Allegan County Community Health Survey outlines residents’ health and personal needs, findings that will ultimately prioritize community resources.

HSO, Music Moves Us
HSO’s Music Moves Us brings 10 free events to Holland Aug. 6-10

The Holland Symphony Orchestra is bringing Music Moves Us to Holland with 10 free dance and music experiences over Aug. 6-10, culminating with a Brazilian finale concert. 

The Holland Symphony Orchestra's Music Moves Us kicks off with a sound bath and yoga at Kollen Park on Tuesday morning, Aug. 6.
August things to do: Festivals, shopping, Music Moves Us, history, movies, Wings Over Muskegon

Why stay home when you could catch the final street performers, check out dinosaur bones, see a play, discuss a book, try abstract painting, shop, and learn the polka?

Holland Museum interns Back Row (L-R): Tori Lynch, Joseph Le, Daniel Dykstra, Bobby Dotson; Front Row (L-R): Cecelia Hooper, Grace Torrence, Maiya Mashack, Brianna Conway, Lilli Bruxvoort
LEDA legacy lives on in museum exhibit curated by interns

The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance closed its doors earlier this year, but the Holland Museum wanted to make sure LEDA's legacy lived on. A summer of work will culminate in a celebration and an exhibit opening next month.

West Michigan events celebrate 34th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

The  Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice 2024 will stop in Muskegon and Kalamazoo to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Gentex is celebrating 50 years of business and 20 years of downtown Holland's street performer series with games, prizes, and more.
Gentex celebrates milestones by connecting with community

Gentex is celebrating a pair of milestones this summer with community events that include street performers, a block party, and fireworks.

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