FOOD & DRINK
Holland's Good Earth Café will reopen in the coming weeks
HOLLAND — The Good Earth Café is nearing an opening date at its new location. An earlier chapter of the business ended December 30, when owners Dave and Cheryl Koeman closed the business on E. Seventh Street. At the time, the future was unclear. But a new chapter...
Tulip Time Volksparade takes over downtown Holland
HOLLAND, Mich. — The Tulip Time festivities aren't over yet!. The parade route started at 8th from Columbia and traveled to Van Raalte and 24th. There were dozens of West Michigan middle and high school bands in the parade showcasing their musical talents. There were also community floats, organizations...
The tulips came early, but are still blooming in one specific place thanks to inventive thinking
HOLLAND, Mich. — It was a gorgeous weekend out at the lakeshore to wrap up the final weekend of Tulip Time. The sunset on the 95th annual festival was on Sunday. FOX 17 took a look at the last blooms left around town. It's time to say goodbye to...
See drone video of ‘Friends Good Will’ tall ship at Tulip Time Festival
HOLLAND, MI - The “Friends Good Will” tall ship is inviting visitors to the 95th annual Tulip Time Festival to “step aboard history and explore.”. Daily tours of the tall ship, a replica of a top sail merchant sloop that plied the waters of the Great Lakes in the early 19th century, kicked of with the start of the festival May 4 and end Saturday, May 11.
Food Truck Tuesdays will return to Midtown Center this summer
HOLLAND — Jubilee Ministry’s Food Truck Tuesdays are coming back for a second year at Midtown Center, starting with a kickoff event June 11. Midtown Center Director Nic Keyzer said this year’s series is set to be even bigger. “The Midtown Center is kicking it up a notch in 2024 and is excited to...
Grand Haven Jeep Fest returns this May
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — The Grand Haven Jeep Fest is making its return this May, coming with a promise of "family fun and a celebration of all things Jeep." The festivities begin at 9 a.m. on May 18, kicking off on Washington Street with hundreds of Jeeps lined up for viewing. Jeeps new and old will be in attendance, along with some newly released Jeep concept vehicles directly from Jeep.
It's time to refresh! Celebrate spring at the Farmgirl Flea Market in Hudsonville
HUDSONVILLE, Mich. — You can celebrate spring this month at the Hudsonville Fairgrounds! The Farmgirl Flea Market Pickers & Makers is returning for the 9th year on May 17 and 18. Organizers say Flea Market Style Magazine has named the event one of the Top 100 Markets to attend....
What's On Your Mind
Emily Humphreys has been the working at Long Road Distillers for the past year, starting off as a bartender. She has been the tasting room manager for the past six months. Humphreys has been thinking about the summer months and preparing for the hectic pace that comes with it. “The...
Historic Commission approves extra elements for Village Square Park
SAUGATUCK — The drama wasn't quite over for Saugatuck's Village Square Park; but now, the issue may finally be laid to rest. The playground in the park was again discussed during a special meeting of the Saugatuck Historic District Commission on Tuesday. The meeting came after Saugatuck City Council and Maplewood Hotel owner Catherine Simon reached a settlement agreement. ...
Patio Paradise: Dining Outdoors Around West Michigan
With the arrival of summer, many Michigan restaurants suddenly see their seating capacity double. That’s because it’s a special time of the year: Patio season. There are all kinds of outdoor eating situations, from a few tables set outside on the sidewalk to sprawling patios with picnic benches, umbrellas and yard games—each has its place.
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