Experience the sights and sounds of Civil War battles during the popular Van Raalte Farm Civil War Muster, taking place Sept. 21-22 on the farm property in Holland.

September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster

Highlights for this month include an Irish music festival, an international festival, tree-climbing championships, run/walks, and a symphony performance. There’s also art, movies, history, and craft shows.

At Atlas Headrest, Andrew Foley continues the legacy of innovation of his late father, Dennis Foley
Carrying the torch: Son expands his father’s legacy of Innovation

At Atlas Headrest, Andrew Foley continues the legacy of innovation of his late father, Dennis Foley, building on a foundation of design excellence to create ergonomic accessories in West Michigan.

Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College was a user experience intern at Gentex this summer.of Art and Design of Ferris State University,
Classrooms to Careers: Gentex interns shape company

Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, channeled her classroom experience into her role as a user experience intern this summer.   

The once-bustling Pine Trail campsite, which has been closed since 2021, might soon be repurposed as Saugatuck Township's first public waterfront park.
Historic summer camp could become Saugatuck Township’s first public waterfront park

Saugatuck Township has a $3.6 million bond on the November ballot for the purchase of the historic Pine Trail Camp property, which would become the community's first  waterfront park.  

Students formed five-person teams, each tasked with identifying a “wicked problem”—a complex issue with no easy solution.
West Michigan teens tackle ‘wicked’ problems at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio

West Michigan high school students tackle complex global issues at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio. The two-week program showcases the power of youth-driven sustainable design.

How one rural Michigan brewery created community

When Jeremy Grossenbacher decided to open his own craft brewery in his hometown of Coopersville, he knew he wanted to create something more than a place to grab a cold brew. He wanted to create community. 

Victoria Bernhardt, owner of “Little Miss Green Thumb,” and her family have renovated a historic Muskegon church to become "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space.
Family revitalizes historic church in downtown Muskegon into ‘The Corner’

A historic church in downtown Muskegon is revitalized by the Bernhardt family, who are transforming it into "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space.  

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.

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.    

Lakeshore Advantage launches survey in effort to keep young talent in the region

By targeting this key demographic, the Lakeshore Emerging Worker Survey seeks to understand both the attractions and obstacles of life in the region. 

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