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Experience a traditional Dutch Christmas Market without ever leaving the country.

December Along the Lakeshore: Sparkle, Sinterklaas, and shopping

The Lakeshore is packed with many December activities, including parades, Sparkle, and Sinterklaas. There’s even a hip-hop-inspired art exhibit. There are lots of ways to enjoy the month with family and friends in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties.

The Holland Zeeland Labor Day Truck Parade returns on Sept. 6.
September Things To Do Along the Lakeshore: Truck parade, Civil War Muster, Fiesta and more

From parades to fireworks shows, fairs, fiesta, and a Civil War Muster, there are plenty of things to do this month in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties.  

Proponants for social districts say a drink in hand makes the wait more bearable for restaurant patrons who are up to an hour away from being seated, and it benefits nearby shops.
Lakeshore communities welcome the benefits social districts offer businesses

Social districts allow businesses to sell alcoholic beverages that can be consumed in publicly owned common areas. Proponents say this makes the wait more bearable for restaurant patrons who are up to an hour away from being seated, and it benefits nearby shops.

A collaborative project would bring a nature play park to Holland's Window on the Waterfront park with the help of crowdfunding and a state grant.
Parks looking to crowdfunding, state grants to create spaces for all

Partnerships among municipal, business, and nonprofit partners and the public could make new playspaces a reality in Douglas and downtown Holland.

Pigeon Creek Lodge is open during satisfactory snow conditions, offering ski and snowshoe rentals, ski lessons, and other activities.
Things to do in February: Giving back, creativity, and fresh air on Lakeshore calendar

February is the shortest month of the year — with only 28 days — but it isn’t short on things to do along the Lakeshore. Our list includes options for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or interest.

Spring Lake Sparkle offers more than 120,000 multi-colored lights along that community's main street.
Sparkling displays spread joy in Lakeshore downtowns

In communities throughout the Lakeshore, downtowns are dressed up for the holidays. Shining brighter than the others this year is Spring Lake, where “a lot of love” went into the hands-on decorating for its inaugural Sparkle Festival.

Holiday gift guide: Online ordering and in-store shopping along the Lakeshore

Lakeshore small businesses are bursting with interesting and thoughtful gifts that are available in store and online. This list offers ideas for the beer drinkers, pickleball players, jewelry lovers, and anyone else on your list.

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