FOOD & DRINK
Brewery's beer sales will support fish habitats in Michigan
Saugatuck Brewing Company is joining forces with the Department of Natural Resources to raise awareness and money to restore wildlife habitats across Michigan. During trout fishing season from May to October, SBC will donate proceeds for every case sold of its popular Rainbow Rodeo IPA. Saugatuck Brewing’s CEO says it’s...
We tried five treats from Sprinkles Donut Shop. Here's what we thought
HOLLAND — Sprinkles Donut Shop recently opened in downtown Holland, about four doors down from The Sentinel offices, and we couldn't resist a taste test. This time, we included local editor Cassandra Lybrink, taste test extraordinaire Mitchell Boatman, and unofficial Sentinel IT assistant Austin Lybrink. Vanilla Yeast with Sprinkles...
‘You can’t buy this on Amazon.’ Holland’s Dutch Dancing costumes stay true to 19th century heritage
HOLLAND, MI -- Four months of 80-hour work weeks all culminate for 12 minutes of dancing to kick off Holland’s Tulip Time Festival. Before a single wooden clog hits the street Dutch Dance Director Jenn Ryckbost inspects every detail. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Middle schoolers to present 'Wizard of Oz' at West Ottawa
HOLLAND — For several dozen West Ottawa middle schoolers, it’s officially crunch time. After months of tryouts and rehearsals, lines and choreography, the district's production of "The Wizard of Oz" is opening this week. The show, directed by Joe Huber, includes 62 middle schoolers on cast and 39...
Urban Sketchers West Michigan continues local growth, provides outlet to local sketchers
HOLLAND — Marcia Schrotenboer’s start in sketching goes back to her time as the activity director at Freedom Village. While there, one of her residents would do sketches when they would travel. No matter where they went, that resident carved out time to sketch her memories of the trip.
Despite weather concerns, Holland tulips in full bloom just in time for festival
HOLLAND, Michigan — A warm early spring drew all eyes to Tulip Time, fearing the flowers would blossom too early for the thousands of incoming visitors to enjoy. But organizers have good news. Millions of people have gathered for the nearly two-week Dutch festival over the years, putting the...
Tulips are blooming at Windmill Island Gardens
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Tulips seem to be blooming everywhere in West Michigan right now, but no place has more tulips than Holland!. Tulip Time kicks off this weekend, so we’ve got Matt from Windmill Island Gardens here along with Gwen from Tulip Time, to talk about this year’s celebrations and how you can make your way through the construction.
Letters to the Editor: Mount Pisgah aptly named
When I was just a youngster, I lived most of my life around Lake Mac (Black Lake), fishing, swimming, hiking or just about anything my imaginative mind could cook up. I also found plenty of time to hitchhike to Ottawa Beach (Holland State Park) and hang out there for the day. Life was good and I grew up at the right time with lots of freedom, very little to be afraid of.
Holland author says you, too, can be happy in the workplace
HOLLAND — At a time when employee turnover and job dissatisfaction numbers are at an all time high, PhD level sociologist Tracy Brower has made it her mission to help people find work-life fulfillment and happiness. Born and raised in Holland, Brower attended Holland Public Schools and established her...
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