HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — Each week, Shandra Martinez, managing editor of The Lakeshore, WHTC Reporter Peg McNichol talks with about people and organizations making a difference. Listen to the full podcast omny.fm/shows/whtcs-morning-news-podcast/good-things-on-the-lakeshore-with-shandra-marti-24 or read highlights of their conversation on Sept. 7, 2021.
Rally for the Alley transforms neighborhood, neighbors. Three years ago, some Holland neighbors got together to transform their shared alley, they didn’t realize the biggest change would be to their relationships.
Herrick District Library expands hours, adds in-person story times. After a pandemic-related hiatus, story times are returning to Herrick District Library, and both HDL locations are expanding their hours and offerings.
Holland Museum’s Cultural Lens takes an inside look at corporate DEI. Joe Matthews, Gentex Corp.’s inaugural diversity officer, has experienced many firsts in his life. He’s joining the Holland Museum on Sept. 16, 2021, for a conversation about corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at local companies.
GRCC Lakeshore Campus plans Sept. 14 community COVID vaccination clinic. The new GRCC Lakeshore Campus will host a vaccination clinic on Sept. 14, part of an effort to help students, employees and community members have access to an effective COVID-fighting tool.
“It’s never too late,” says GRCC student who turned her life around. Lakeshore Advantage’s Kelsey Sivertson credits GRCC for helping her get back on track to pursuing her professional dreams, and she believes the college’s new Lakeshore Campus will provide those same opportunities to others.
GRCC displays exhibit of works by alumnus and world-renowned artist Peter Fink. Grand Rapids Community College is offering West Michigan the opportunity to view photos by world-renowned artist Peter Fink. Provided by the Finkelstein family, the collection of photographs by the GRCC alumnus is on display in the college’s Paul Collins Art Gallery.
Boys & Girls Club gets first ‘Lift Zone’ in Muskegon. The first WiFi-connected “Lift Zone” in Muskegon is helping students stay connected online. Lift Zones provide safe spaces for students and families to access the internet for online school and digital skills building.
Good things to do
Fireworks, 6423 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck; at dusk Friday, Sept. 10, 2021. Commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, honor the first responders, and pay respects to victims. The Saugatuck/Douglas Rotary Club organized this show. Details: https://bit.ly/3t4SW8g
Sept. 10 to 18, 2021: Allegan County Fair, 150 Allegan County Fair Drive, Allegan. Details: allegancountyfair.com
Saturday, Sept. 11. Mt. Baldhead Challenge, Mt Baldhead, 769 Park St., Saugatuck. Details: tinyurl.com/2d6u342m
Sunday, Sept. 12. Holland Haven Marathon: Full marathon, half-marathon, or 8K, from Grand Haven to Holland See website for start times/locations for each run: hollandhavenmarathon.com
Check out more ideas in Sally Laukitis’ monthly column, September Things To Do Along the Lakeshore: Truck parade, Civil War Muster, Fiesta and more, about ways to explore the Lakeshore.
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