HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — Each week, Shandra Martinez, The Lakeshore’s managing editor, talks with WHTC morning news host Peg McNichol about people and organizations making a positive difference along the Lakeshore. Listen to the full podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/whtcs-morning-news-podcast/good-things-on-the-lakeshore-with-shandra-marti-34
Here are some highlights from their conversation for the week starting Jan. 19, 2022:
- Screen printing, innovating, and community building: Q&A with Kylen Blom. He’s is no stranger to starting a new project. The serial entrepreneur has been building businesses since his days as a business student at Hope College.
- Make Waves on the Lakeshore: Let kindness fight the wintertime blues. There are plenty of ways to fight the good fight this season. Here are some ideas for making a difference this winter along the Lakeshore.
- Lakeshore agencies welcome Afghan refugees with open arms. Bethany Christian Services is working in concert with Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates to help Afghan individuals and families who are seeking asylum following the U.S. armed forces withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Gentex partners with eSight to focus on advanced digital eyewear. The Zeeland-based company is partnering with eSight to develop and manufacture the next generation of mobile electronic eyewear designed to help people living with visual impairments. - Lakeshore Advantage builds on 2021 successes as it sets course for 2022. The economic development organization supported 21 expansion projects totaling $259 million, which created 694 new jobs in 2021. Leaders expect 2022 to offer more opportunities for business growth and expansion.
- GRCC offering job training for municipal positions. GRCC partners with local municipalities — including road commissions in Muskegon and Kent counties — for Public Works Academy, providing skills for jobs serving communities.
Michigan Makers Market coming to downtown Muskegon in March. This inaugural winter market will take place on March 12 at the new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, in the heart of Downtown Muskegon.
Good things to do in January
Grand Haven Winterfest
When: Jan. 27-30
Where: Downtown Grand Haven
Cost: Admission is free
This longtime winter tradition features a variety of events, including Glowbowl, Sleepwalker Run, Bonfire Bash, Cardboard Sled Races, Family Dog Pull, Freeze 4 All ( Snow Volleyball), and a Ski & Snowboard Competition.
Details: https://visitgrandhaven.com/event/winterfest-2022/
Hempy Keyboard Series
When: 2 p.m. Jan. 30
Where: Saugatuck Center for the Arts
Cost: Tickets are $22, free for students
Performance by pianist May Phang, whose debut CD, “Travels through Time,” features works centered around Mark Twain’s satirical “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court.”
Details: https://saugatuck.com/events-listings/hempy-keyboard-series-concert-feat-may-phang/
Jewelry Box exhibit
When: Through Feb. 20
Where: Muskegon Museum of Art
Cost: Adult $10, Seniors (65+) $8, Students (17+ with school I.D) $6
Children and Museum members: Free
Detroit multimedia artist and metalsmith Tiff Massey creates art and jewelry pieces inspired by 1980s hip-hop fashion. The MMA’s Olthoff Gallery has been transformed into a shiny and jaw-dropping display of massive hip-hop jewelry, gold, and mirrors.
Details: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/tiff-massey-jewelry-box/
Check out more ideas in Sally Laukitis’ monthly column, Things to do in January: Winter sports, exhibits, downtown fun and celebrating MLK’s legacy, about ways to explore the Lakeshore.
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