‘A cultural exchange changed my life’: Why a music teacher is bringing a Polish choir to Michigan
In this Shore Stories column, Julia Colingsworth shares how her cultural exchange experience inspired her to bring a Polish choir to Michigan.
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‘Clarity creates connection, and connection builds support’ across Lakeshore
In her Shore Story, Shelly Millen writes about her mission to help nonprofits communicate clearly so communities can better understand their work and offer meaningful support.
Rule of law fuels American dream, Law Day reminds us
In this Shore Story, Kevin J. Bowling explains how the legal system protects rights, builds trust, and sustains opportunity and fairness across communities and institutions nationwide.
Holland Chorale presents My Companion, exploring love’s complexities in music
In this Shore Story, Holland Chorale member Dan Beerens writes about why he’s excited to perform in the Midwest premiere of My Companion and what’s special about the April 24 concert.
“Grateful for what I can do today”: Teen athlete shares story
In her Shore Story, Muskegon teen athlete Grace Offman writes about living with a rare disease, saying it taught her to be “grateful for what I can do today.”
Bubble Krave: Where innovation meets hospitality in Muskegon
Muskegon resident Gina Lorentz-Laubach is sharing a new favorite place in her community, and why she thinks it's making a difference.
Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project rallies community to support local families
Megan Stefl shares her Shore Story about the giving spirit in her Allegan County hometown of Plainwell and urges community support for the growing needs of local families this holiday season.
Generations unite in song at Holland Chorale’s Adventures in Harmony
In this Shore Story, Vincent Frank reflects on joining Holland Chorale’s intergenerational Adventures in Harmony and invites the community to the Chorale’s next concert, Welcome All People: Sing for Joy! on Dec. 5.
Bridging worlds: My journey to dual citizenship
Holland resident Charles Elwood, a longtime West Michigan volunteer and new president of the West Michigan Asian American Association, shares his journey to gaining dual citizenship with Thailand, his mother’s native country.
Becoming out loud: Reclaiming identity through pride and art
Jeffrey VanDyke shares how disability and queerness shaped their voice – and how creativity helps reclaim identity, community, and self-love.
