The Inclusive Health Care Taskforce hosted an information and resource fair on June 13.

Michigan coalition works to address health disparities for older adults

A broad coalition of Michigan organizations has come together to address health disparities that affect Michigan's rapidly growing population of older adults.

OUCARES day camps create a space where autistic kids don’t feel judged, gain some independence from parents, and interact with peers.
Summertime is “a time of possibilities” and challenges for autistic kids and adults

Summer break creates opportunities for fun and family adventures along with the challenges of changing routines.

Chef Lucas Grill reopened Public restaurant in downtown Zeeland today.
Beloved Public restaurant comes home to Zeeland

Beloved restaurant Public, which closed its doors three years ago, is back in its old home on Zeeland's Main Avenue. Some things change, some things stay the same.

Pride Fund awards $15K to support Allegan County groups

The Allegan County Community Foundation has completed its first annual Pride Fund grant cycle, distributing $15,000 to five local organizations.  

Micah 6 is repurposing Webster Elementary, vacant since 2008, into a multi-purpose community center.
Repurposing community assets strengthens communities in Pontiac and Detroit

Michigan communities are repurposing spaces to bring services, create meeting places, and meet the many needs of neighborhood residents.

How public health cares for Michigan’s infants and new parents

Michigan’s state and local public health systems make great efforts to ensure that expectant mothers and infants get the best start possible.

Zeeland leaders celebrated the grand opening of the city's first welcome center last year.
Zeeland Welcome Center finds a natural home with museum

After the Zeeland and Holland chambers of commerce combined, Zeeland leaders wanted to make sure the little town didn't get lost in the shuffle. The Zeeland Welcome Center found a natural home with the Dekker Huis Museum in downtown Zeeland.

The Brooks Media Center in the Loutit District Library in Grand Haven includes more than 3,000 vinyl albums.
Loutit opens Brooks Media Center with vinyl albums, listening stations, more

Loutit District Library's Brooks Media Center includes hundreds of vinyl record albums, spanning the decades and genres as well as CDs, public computers, and a quiet study space.

The Fourth of July is a special day, worthy of big celebrations. Communities all along the lakeshore are hosting picnics, parades, and — of course — fireworks to mark this spectacular holiday.
July things to do: Fireworks, Fiesta, Coast Guard Fest, county fairs, kids’ activities, and music

You’ll need your calendar to keep up with all of the events on tap in July. There will be fireworks on the Fourth, festivals, fairs, and much more.

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.

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