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Spring into freshness
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LAKE BLUFF GRILLE THE BUTLER
RAVINES GOLF CLUB
Words worth repeating
Welcome to the early (early) spring edition of Urban Street. Boy, what a winter that was. And sure, winter has its charms… but spring? Spring is better, amirite? Soon we’ll be shedding jackets and heading outside, but for now, let’s stay cozy indoors — preferably with a good book in hand.
March is Reading Month, and we’ve gone all in. From the ird Coast Book Festival at e Book Cellar to e Bookman’s must-read picks for 2026, there’s plenty here to feed your literary appetite. Whether you’re catching up on the classics, exploring a new author, or just looking for a story to get lost in, we’ve got you covered.
And because every good story needs a little intrigue… spoiler alert: e Butler (serving scrumptious food in Saugatuck for sixty years) Did It! You’ll have to ip through to see what we mean — let’s just say it was a mystery worth solving.
We’ve also got stories that’ll make reading this edition of Urban Street even sweeter: a Fennville student scholarship supporting future graduates, a Zeeland farm-to-frontdoor startup, the international alpaca festival in Fennville, a book festival in downtown Grand Haven, and a quiet visit to Muskegon’s Whiskers Cat Café — the “purrfect” spot for ipping pages while sipping co ee, all the while experiencing cat cuddles.
From books to cozy cafés to small-town literary adventures, this issue of Urban Street is all about celebrating stories — on the page and in our communities.
Warmly,
Lisa Enos Editor
On Our Radar
Local Talent, National Buzz
Chris Cosmos’ new novel Island of Ghosts and Dreams arrives March 3, 2026, picking up where his Once We Were Here left off. The bestselling author specializes in historical fiction rooted in the landscapes, culture, and ethos of the Greek Isles, letting readers wander sun-soaked streets and meet island residents without ever leaving home. Look for Cosmos at Book Cellar during the Third Coast Book Festival March 21.
Rome in a Glass
Step back in time at J. Petter Galleries in Douglas on Saturday, March 21, for a truly Roman-inspired wine tasting at 3 p.m. Wines from regions favored by ancient Romans illustrate time-honored techniques alongside modern interpretations. Each pour invites guests to sip, linger, and toast to history, art, and the pleasures of the vine. Seating is limited, and reservations are required for this 21+ experience— the combination of wine and culture makes this close-to-home adventure worth it.
Strawberry Moon, Anyone?
The Feast of the Strawberry Moon brings the late 1700s to life at Harbor Island in Grand Haven on June 13 and 14. Music, period demonstrations, games, and colonial shopping turn history into an immersive experience. Reenactors—full units, solo adventurers, or first-timers—can register to participate. The Feast of the Strawberry Moon Hosted by WMHA Facebook page connects you ahead of time. Frontier life has never been so hands-on.
Books, Pooh, and All the Swag
Independent Bookstore Day lands April 25, and The Bookman in Grand Haven is ready to celebrate. Expect exclusive merchandise, indie-only releases, snacks, and a touch of nostalgia, as the shop also marks Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th anniversary. It’s a day to celebrate the charm, community, and quiet magic of small bookstores—where surprises live between the shelves.
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From Farm to Front Door
Zeeland-based startup connects households to local farms with website & weekly delivery, making fresh, local groceries a convenient reality.
By Lisa Enos
In West Michigan, surrounded by orchards, dairy farms, and fields that smell of fresh soil in the spring, it can be strangely di cult to buy an apple grown down the road. Much easier, in fact, to nd one shipped thousands of miles from Chile. at disconnect — between proximity and access — is what sparked Locavana, a Zeeland-based startup quietly rethinking how local food moves from farm to fridge. Founded in late 2024 by Seth Jorde of Saugatuck and Chris Merendino of Rockford, Locavana is an online marketplace that connects households directly to more than 40 local farms and producers through a single weekly order and home delivery. e goal is deceptively simple: make buying local food as convenient as buying from a big-box grocery store.
“Local has somehow become the hardest option,” said Jorde. “When you really look at it, it doesn’t make sense that it’s easier to get food from another country than from your neighbor. If your produce needs a passport, something is wrong.”
Before launching Locavana, Jorde and Merendino worked together in private equity in downtown Grand Rapids. ey weren’t farmers, but they were problem-solvers, and the problem they kept circling back to was logistics. Farmers markets, while beloved, are designed as experiences, not e cient supply chains. Grocery stores, on the other hand, are e cient — but structured in ways that
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Founder, Seth Jorde, of Saugatuck.
squeeze producers’ margins and prioritize global scale over regional resilience.
“To truly support local agriculture, your only real options are farmers markets or farm stores. Grocery chains aren’t built to source locally, and even when you nd local goods there, the farmer takes home as little as 5 to 20 percent,” Jorde said.
Locavana attempts to bridge that gap. Customers shop online, selecting produce, meat, dairy, eggs, pasta, fermented foods, and other artisan products from multiple local vendors in a single cart. Locavana’s team then handles pickup directly from the farms, consolidates orders at its Zeeland warehouse, and delivers them in temperature-controlled trucks on set delivery days. Farmers keep roughly 70-85 percent of the sale. e key point is farmers make way more through Locavana than through the grocery store.
“We operate without the massive retail overhead and labor of a traditional grocery store,” Jorde explains. “Because we also source directly, we can charge customers signi cantly less while still ensuring our farmers take home 70 to 85 percent of the
sale — far more than the 5 to 20 percent they get elsewhere.”
at model matters, especially for small and mid-sized farms already stretched thin. A canceled farmers market due to weather can wipe out a weekend’s worth of income — and sometimes an entire harvest. By creating a steady, digital storefront that operates yearround, Locavana o ers producers a more predictable way to reach customers without adding another task to their already full days.
“Farming is already one of the hardest jobs there is. Locavana handles the sales,
The Locavana van delivers in all kinds of weather.
An array of just some of the products available from Locavana.
marketing, logistics, and customer service so farmers can focus on what they do best — growing incredible food.”
Storytelling is a key part of the platform. Shoppers don’t just see a ribeye; they see which farm it came from, how the animals were raised. It’s an intentional effort to close the distance — both physical and psychological — between eaters and growers.
“We’ve become so far removed from our food,” Jorde says. “We want people to know not just what they’re eating, but who they’re supporting.”
Locavana currently serves West Michigan and Chicagoland, using Michigan-grown products to help local vendors reach a much larger market. For farmers, especially those producing perishable goods, accessing Chicago directly would otherwise be nearly impossible. For customers, it means pasture-raised meats and peak-season produce without sacrificing convenience.
The company is still young — self-funded, less than a year old, and operating with a small team and four delivery drivers — but its ambitions are larger. The long-term vision is to scale locally, creating regional hubs that source from nearby farms rather than building a single, centralized supply chain. It’s a model inspired, in part, by what Whole Foods once aimed to be before national consolidation reshaped the grocery landscape.
“Local means something different to everyone — transparency, supporting your local economy, freshness. But at its core, it just makes sense. Why source food from across the country when you can get it from 20 miles away? It’s simply more efficient.”
“The traditional food system isn’t built for local farms. It demands year-round availability and massive scale — requirements that shut out most local producers. Regional food systems can replace this model, and that’s exactly what we’re building.”
For now, Locavana is focused on visibility and access — helping people who already care about their health and their community discover that local food doesn’t have to be
inconvenient or expensive. In many cases, Jorde notes, prices are competitive with premium grocery retailers, especially when compared on an apples-to-apples basis of quality and sourcing.
“At the end of the day, people care about their families’ health,” he says. “They care about their community. We’re just trying to make it easier to act on that.”
In a region defined by agriculture, Locavana’s question lingers: why should local food be the hardest choice? If the company succeeds, the answer may finally start to change.
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List of Vendors
Ridgeview Farm
Crisp Country Acres
New Growth Project
Blok Orchard
Wild Coyote Farm
Top’s Seed Mix
Net to Table Seafood
Hook Point Fishery
Vargo Brother Ferments
Sister hawk Farm
Green Pastures Farm
Shady Creek Farm
Jake’s Country Meats
Flat Water Farm
Hasselmann Family Farm
Locavana co-founders Seth Jorde and Chris Merendino discuss their farm-tofront door startup on a podcast.
ALPACAFEST2026
Get up close and personal with an alpaca at Allegan Fairgrounds.
By Kathie Sutin
The alpaca, arguably one of the most adorable creatures on earth, has a festival of its own.
It’s the Michigan Alpaca Fest (formerly Michigan International Alpaca Fest), set for April 18-19 at Allegan County Fairgrounds e annual event, the longest running alpaca show in the U. S., is in its 28th year. It gives alpaca farm and ranch owners an opportunity to show their animals in several competitions and the public a chance to get up close and personal with an alpaca — and even pet one.
e fest moved to Allegan in 2021, and o cials couldn’t be happier.
“Allegan is just a beautiful facility — it’s perfect for what we needed,” said Rebecca Fowler, festival president and owner of Oasis Acres Alpaca in Highland.
“It was all about the animals when we were looking for a facility,” she added. “ e animals come rst because they’re the ones taken out of their homes and put into a strange situation. at’s stressful enough.”
Admission to the fest is free but donations are welcome.
Fowler said the festival wants to keep admission free so no one is kept from attending but added: “Our costs keep going up and up.”
O cials would like to attract corporate sponsors. “We have smaller sponsors which we extremely appreciate,” Fowler said. But corporate sponsors could help bring kids
and their alpacas from around the country to the fest to compete. “A hundred dollars goes a long way to help those kids nd a love for animals,” she said. “And it’s completely tax deductible because we are a 501(c)(3) nonpro t.”
Fest-goers can attend two separate shows — Michigan Alpaca Fest with several classes of competition and Michigan Mitten Meltdown with classes for new breeders. e Alpaca fest features a “Walking Fleece” competition (the eece is judged while it’s still on the animal, not shorn) and a youth competition with a costume contest — with both child and alpaca wearing costumes.
Also at the show — vendors will be selling clothing and artwork focused on alpacas
An alpaca and its handler share a moment at Alpacafest.
Dryer balls, made from alpaca ber and used instead of dryer sheets in a clothes dryer, are a popular item.
“ ey dry your clothes faster, they take static out, they’ll take the pills out of your sweaters,” Fowler said. “ ey’re amazing. ey do everything a chemical dryer sheet can do but without the chemicals.” e alpaca eece structure makes it naturally moisture wicking so dryer balls pull water into itself making clothes dry faster, she said.
If your alpaca knowledge is limited, the fest is a good place to learn. “ e alpaca world is just amazing,” Fowler said. “We love the public coming in and talking to us (breeders) about the animals. We’re totally OK with answering questions a thousand times for people.”
You might even get a chance to feed an alpaca a treat.
Fest hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday.
Fowler has this tip for visitors: e youth competition Saturday can draw 2,000 to 3,000 people.
“It’s been super popular,” she said. “If you’re not into the youth program, you might want to visit on Sunday.”
For a full schedule of the fest, go to mialpacafest.com.
ACQUAINT YOURSELF WITH ALPACAS
Fun alpaca facts:
• Alpacas, members of the camelid family, are related to llamas and camels. They’re native to Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Ecuador.
• There are two types of alpaca — Huacaya with crimped fleece that’s dense but so and Suri with silky fiber gowing in long locks. About 90 percent of alpacas in the U.S. are Huacaya.
• Alpacas are social animals; they do best in herds. They are considered gentle, intelligent, curious and friendly.
• Don’t call their coat “fur” or “wool.” It’s called “fleece” or “fiber.”
• Alpaca fleece is so er and warmer than sheep’s wool and it’s hypoallergenic.
• The Incas prized alpacas, and royalty wore articles made of alpaca fleece.
• Alpacas lack upper front teeth. Instead they have a hard dental pad in their mouths.
• Ohio leads the U.S. with the largest number of alpacas.
Goat milk soap a is wrapped in felted alpaca fiber that functions as a natural antibacterial washcloth.
Lakeshore Home Builders Association
Experiencing New Energy, Growth, and Community Impact
By Lisa Enos
It’s no secret the Lakeshore housing market is heating up — and the Lakeshore Home Builders Association is riding that momentum with renewed purpose, growth, and visibility across West Michigan.
Since Brittany Ryzenga took over leadership of the Lakeshore HBA, the organization has undergone a noticeable transformation. According to Valorie Oonk, who works alongside Ryzenga and is also her mother, the changes have been both intentional and impactful.
“She wants to shake things up,” Oonk said. “We’ve grown in membership from 311 to 500 since she took over. e Lakeshore is on re. You hear it all over.”
Founded in 1967, the Lakeshore HBA has long been a staple in the region’s building and trades community. But in recent years, the association has taken what Oonk describes as a “bull by the horns” approach — reimagining its role not just as an industry organization, but as a community connector.
One of the most visible examples of that evolution is the rebranding of its agship event. Formerly known as the Lakeshore Home Building and Remodeling Show, it is now simply the Lakeshore Home Show — a change that re ects a broader vision.
“It’s not just about building or remodeling anymore,” Oonk said. “Now it’s about how you live, work, and play along the lakeshore.”
e 2026 Lakeshore Home Show will take place March 13–14 at the Holland Civic Center, a shi from its traditional January dates in hopes of increasing community participation.
e move appears to be paying o : vendor booths were completely sold out at the time of publication, with a waiting list already forming. Attendance is free to the public.
“We’ve outgrown the space,” Oonk said. “Unfortunately, there just isn’t a bigger venue available right now.”
e show now highlights everything from indoor home enhancements to outdoor living, including grilling, kayaking, and backyard design. Saturday is designated as Family Day, with the entire upstairs of the Civic Center devoted to children’s activities aimed at introducing young people to the skilled trades.
Kids will have hands-on opportunities to hammer, build, and explore trades such as electrical work and roo ng. In one example, a builder worked with children to construct benches and cat shelters that were later donated to the Humane Society.
Workforce development has become a major focus for the Lakeshore HBA. e association recently awarded seven scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in the trades — e orts that helped earn them statewide and national recognition.
In 2025, the Lakeshore HBA received a Leadership and Advocacy Award from the
Michigan Home Builders Association, marking the rst time the organization has earned that honor. In 2024, it also received a national award for leadership retention. In addition, the Lakeshore HBA was named Outstanding Local HBA at the inaugural Leaders in Housing Advocacy Awards in Lansing.
“We are an all-woman team of four,” Oonk said, “plus two Hope College interns.”
For a traditionally male-dominated industry, that’s a signi cant milestone — one Oonk notes with pride.
e Lakeshore HBA is headquartered in downtown Holland and serves a wide region including Oceana, Lake, Mason, Muskegon,
Ottawa, and Allegan counties, stretching from Ludington to South Haven and east to Allendale. In addition to the Home Show, the organization is also known for the annual Lakeshore Parade of Homes, which takes place the weekends of June 4-6 and June 11-13, from Noon – 8 p.m. each day.
For more information, visit lakeshorehba.com, lakeshorehomeshow.com or lakeparadeofhomes.com.
Children use hammers and nails during a hands-on activity at a past Lakeshore Home Show. This year’s event is scheduled for March 13–14 at the Holland Civic Center.
Readers, authors meeting each other
Free book festival returns to Grand Haven
by Elizabeth Granger
It’s one for the books.
Or, more accurately, another one. e ird Coast Author & Book Fest – the second annual – will kick o at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, in downtown Grand Haven. e 11 a.m.-5 p.m. “Meet, Greet, and Book Signing” invites visitors to stop in more than 40 local businesses where authors will be available to sell and sign their books. Admission is free. Some businesses will host a single author, others a handful. ey’ll be along the Washington Avenue corridor with multiple authors in the public library, historical museum, and Central Park Place as well as at individual businesses.
By early January, more than 175 authors had already registered to be in attendance. Between 250 and 350 are expected. More than 20,000 visitors are anticipated.
e festival is the brainchild of Mike O’Brien, owner of e Book Cellar in Grand Haven. He worked with Grand Haven Main
Street DDA to sponsor the inaugural festival last year. e meet-and-greet was so popular that it will return this year, for an additional hour.
e plan, said O’Brien, is to make Grand Haven a literary hub that focuses on not only books but also their authors and their readers.
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Horror author W.H. (Billy) Chizmar will be at the 2026 book festival with his dad, Richard Chizmar. The duo co-authored “Widow’s Point.”
“It’s a way to express the joy of reading,” he said. “It’s all about bringing the community together. It’s all about having fun. e authors absolutely love the fact that they can visit with their readers.”
And he added, “Be sure to bring your wagons because there’s a lot of books to take home.”
Last year several authors sold out of the books they’d brought.
Authors will be from not only Michigan but also from throughout the United States and a few foreign countries.
Some authors will talk about their cra in panel discussions throughout the day.
At 5 p.m. a rock concert by Jennifer Wildwood and the Handsome Devils will close out the festival in the auditorium of Central Park Place on Columbus Avenue. Donations for a local non-pro t will be collected at the concert.
In addition, festival merchandise will be for sale throughout the day.
Additional information is at thirdcoastfest.org.
Erin Craig signs “House of Roots and Ruin” (2023), a #1 New York Times bestseller.
Author/publisher Richard Chizmar signs a copy of “Chasing the Boogeyman” during a promotional tour in October 2025.
Author Dana VanderLugt of Hudsonville participated in last year’s Book Fest, promoting her novel in verse titled “Enemies in the Orchard,” about World War II POW’s who came to Michigan to pick apples.
Pa itively Purrfect
By Mandie Ohse
My journey to enjoy a tradition of Christmas Eve eve co ee with my daughter began with a stop at Muskegon’s new — and only — cat cafe, e Whisker Room, 926 2nd St. Muskegon. Falling somewhere between casual co ee drinker and javaphile, I like to order a basic cup on my rst visit to any shop. As the barista poured my to-go cup of delicious, “pawcra ed” drip co ee, I peeked into the cat room.
Spacious and cleverly decorated, the area was inviting, with multiple nooks for relaxing alone or visiting in small groups. Board games were available for patrons, while a large screen played sh videos for the cats’ enjoyment. As if on cue, a friendly feline rubbed its cheek against a guest, con rming this was the right choice for my upcoming daughter date.
What happened next was most surprising. When I visited thewhiskerroom. org to reserve our cat time, I found what may be the best website I have ever used. It was visually appealing, easy to navigate and paired with a scheduling system that worked awlessly. Visitors are limited to 10, so I made a reservation rather than risk a walk-in. Later, I needed to change our time slot. With just a few clicks, the update was complete, and the availability immediately re ected the change. It was impressive to see a website work so seamlessly.
Two to ee nut “Catte Lattes” later, on Dec. 23, I watched the “purr-therapy” promised on the cafe’s website happen in real time. e stress from earlier Christmas shopping melted away as the cats worked their magic simply by being cats. In exchange for constant attention, the cafe’s feline residents provided endless entertainment.
Extra pawsitive vibes came from supporting a small business that is also an extension of e Arc of the Lakeshore, in partnership with Big Lake Humane Society.
The Whisker Room 926 2nd st., Muskegon 231-216-3682 thewhiskerroom.org
The Whisker Room Cat Café
THE BUTLER DID IT
Passion passed on from veteran chef to ‘new kids’
By Debby Buck DeJonge
Saugatuck, Michigan should be on the list to be named in the top ten wonders of the world. I really don’t have a dog in the fight. Even so, each and every time I visit, my breath slows, as does the velocity of my steps, because she is just that kind of town. Sometimes I make a few other stops while strolling the artsy shops. This time, I was drawn to the water’s edge of the grand old staple called The Butler, quietly wondering what to expect as rumor had it, some new blood had arrived in the kitchen.
Nestled right on the waterfront in downtown Saugatuck, The Butler has been a beloved casual American restaurant and bar for more than 60 years, known for its classic fare, fresh seafood, and spectacular views of Lake Kalamazoo harbor.
Humdrum, it is not! Harken back to the times you personally visited while you take inventory of how great you feel as you walk through the doors. You will not be hit with “new car smell” as all the wooden structures, beams, and bars hold the tales of over half a century of land lovers and sea goers who have tied up dockside to get a taste of their famous mushroom caps, as I did. You just have to. Sorry about my gushing, but before I lose my point: bring the family, go alone—but whatever you do, go ‘back in time’ and get yourself to The Butler.
This isn’t fine dining, per se — it’s more casual waterfront dining with a long history and a hearty menu that’s made to satisfy. Think seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, and the restaurant’s signature Butler Burger — a half pound classic that’s become a local favorite. Prices for main courses range from around $16 for classic burgers to near $29 for premium seafood, and creative dishes like a Lobster & Shrimp Roll ($22) or Lake Perch ($26) attract seafood lovers.
Others were enjoying the world-famous Butler Burger, but I, alas, went for the Oktoberfest offering of schnitzel, as I actually had the real thing to compare it to, having experienced that delightful dish in Düsseldorf. I love to try specials, and the chef was mighty proud to serve them up, having been at the helm for 16 years. Luckily for us, he stayed on long enough to pass along the recipes, standards, and rhythms of the kitchen to the new kids, who kept the ambience, history, and flavors intact.
God bless all chefs who share their secrets with newcomers. Not all restaurants manage a transition like that. No mystery why I’ll be returning again and again. The Butler did it.
40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453 (269) 857-3501
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URBAN ST. READS
New & anticipated books of 2026
is month, our friends at e Bookman, located at 715 Washington Avenue in Grand Haven, share their list of must-read titles for 2026. A longtime Lakeshore bookstore, e Bookman pairs a curated selection with regular author events and reader-focused programming. Additional details on Bookman events can be found in the calendar and On Our Radar sections of this issue.
MIDDLE GRADE SERIES
The Hybrid Prince — Tui T. Sutherland (March 3)
e New York Times #1 series Wings of Fire is back for its sixteenth installment. rilling battle scenes, fast paced action, and political dragon intrigue provide the perfect concoction for middle grade fantasy lovers to sink their teeth into.
ADULT FICTION
Judge Stone — James Patterson / Viola Davis (March
9)
Internationally acclaimed and award-winning actress Davis teams up with arguably the most popular author living in Patterson to deliver a rst class courtroom drama. Judge Mary Stone carries many responsibilities on her capable shoulders. But the two she holds most dear to her heart are running her family farm, and presiding over her courtroom in Union Springs, Alabama. One day, the most controversial case in the history of the south approaches her bench. It should be open and shut, but there’s a moral dilemma involved that Judge Stone just can’t ignore.
CHILDREN (AGES 3–5)
It’s My Bird-Day! — Mo Willems (March 31)
Bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Mo Willems’ rst book Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus has been inducted into the Picture Book Hall of Fame. Now the pigeon is back for his highly anticipated annual event, his “Bird-Day.” e Pigeon thinks he is prepared. He’s got his hat, and his cake. But there might just be a BIG bird day surprise. Will the Pigeon be able to handle it?
ADULT FICTION
Hope
Rises — David Baldacci (April 14)
Baldacci’s books have been published in over forty- ve languages and in more than eighty countries, with over 200 million copies sold worldwide. His works have been adapted for both lm and television. In the sequel to bestselling Nash Falls, Walter Nash (living under an alias) must take a journey down a dark path in order to exact revenge on the woman who destroyed his entire life. But as the plot thickens, and Nash becomes more ensnared in his own darkness, he may need to make an unfathomable decision.
The Land and Its People — David Sedaris
(May 26)
David Sedaris was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. He is the recipient of the urber Prize for American Humor, the Jonathan Swi Prize for Satire and Humor, and the Terry Southern Prize for Humor. To read Sedaris is to be constantly surprised. In one essay he might be on a long walk, or maybe on a safari in Kenya, or on a horse in Guatemala. He is a brother, a friend, a caretaker, and above all, an observer of the world. His essays are lled with humor, wit, tenderness, anger, and profundity. He shows us there is a lot to see in this world, as long as you look.
PAPERBACK FICTION SERIES
Unrivaled — Rachel Reid (September 29)
Rachel Reid is the New York Times Bestselling author of the Game Changers series, which has been adapted into the smash hit television series, Heated Rivalry. Everyone’s favorite hockey players are back! Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander continue the romance in the highly anticipated seventh book in the series. For the rst time in their professional hockey careers, Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander have nothing to hide. For more than a decade, they kept their love a secret, but now they’re out, married, and even playing on the same team. But some people in the hockey world are still reeling from their relationship reveal, and the backlash is getting louder. Now they might be facing their biggest challenge yet.
e Bookman is open Monday -Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. bookmanbookstore.indielite.org
Whitefish Parmigiana with Angel Hair Pasta
For anyone looking to mix up their Lenten choices beyond fried perch—surprisingly good as it may be at Embassy Bar and Grill in West Olive—this dish is a welcome change. Shared by Homecooked magazine, this recipe by Fruit Ridge resident Heather Zinn offers a more refined take on fish Friday.
Feeds 4
Ingredients
2 pounds whitefish fillets
2 medium lemons
Kosher salt
Black pepper
3 cups finely shredded Parmigiano Reggiano (only the real stuff, in a block)
¾ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup crème fraîche
1 pound angel hair pasta
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Note: If you are unable to find whitefish, this recipe also works well with orange roughy, tilapia, flounder, or pollock.
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Rinse the whitefish in cold water and dry with a paper towel. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the fillets skin side down. (If fillets don’t have skin, place the side that formerly had skin down.) Squeeze juice from ½ of a lemon over the fillets and sprinkle moderately with salt and pepper.
2. In a small bowl, mix 1¼ cups of Parmigiano with the mayonnaise, crème fraîche, and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice. Set aside.
3. Bake the fish for 15–20 minutes, or until it flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. While the fish is baking, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
4. When the fish is done, remove it from the oven and set the oven to broil. Spread the cheese and mayonnaise mixture over the tops of the fish. Once the pot of water is boiling, add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
Photo by Azuree Holloway
5. When the broiler is hot, slide the fish back in. Broil for about 2 minutes, or until the tops of the creamy mixture brown and bubble slightly (watch closely). Remove from the oven.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and mix with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, ½ cup olive oil, 1 cup Parmigiano, and salt and pepper to taste.
7. Plate portions of pasta with about 8–10 ounces of whitefish (usually ½ of a fillet). Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley, and serve with the remaining Parmigiano.
Are you a local chef? Email Urban Kitchen via lenos@hour-media.com to submit a recipe.
Odd Side banks on Fruitport
by Jeremy Gonsior
The new Odd Side Social Brews in Fruitport proves that it’s possible for the sequel to surpass the original.
I have enjoyed the Odd Side Ales flagship location in downtown Grand Haven for years because it offered incredible craft beers and, more recently, coffee, in a renovated historic piano factory.
But during a recent conversation at their coffee shop, I learned that Odd Side had just opened a second location in Fruitport with a special focus on cocktails, food, and coffee. I was in. It may have been 8 in the morning but I made plans to visit Odd Side Brews for a cocktail ASAP.
Odd Side Brews is located in an old bank and they fully embrace it. My lovely guest and I looked around at all the historic touches such as a dining room in the old vault, the original safety deposit boxes, and painted vacuum tubes.
There were large wooden tables, all types of modern lighting, and, perhaps best of all, no TVs.
We grabbed a spot at the huge bar, reviewed the menus, and realized so many items jumped off the page.
The Smoked Whitefish Dip with toasted naan bread was the obvious choice for an appetizer. It was so fresh and delightful.
“Oh my god, that’s amazing,” my date exclaimed after her first bite.
After debating between whiskey-infused cocktails, I settled on the Rye Hipster Old Fashioned, which was excellent with a spicy maple taste, while my counterpart selected the Painkiller, a tropical rum drink served in a large fish bowl. Its presentation was simply amazing.
Finally, it was entree time. We ordered the BBQ Pork Flatbread and the Pesto Chicken Flatbread. They both arrived hot and packed flavor, keeping us interested until the last bite.
The bartenders were entertaining, sharing jokes and talking to us all evening. We stayed for hours. Families gathered at large tables around us and the vibes kept getting better.
So if you’re looking for a cocktail and culinary adventure, all under one roof, Odd Side Social Brews in downtown Fruitport is your place in 2026.
The Painkiller, served in a fish bowl.
Smoked Whitefish Dip.
Giving Back
2.2
MILLION ESTATE GIFT
from long-time Fennville educators will provide life-changing scholarships ‘indefinitely’
by Kathie Sutin
Students in Fennville Elementary and Middle Schools probably don’t know it yet but they will have an opportunity to receive a life-changing award years from now when they approach high school graduation.
e award — actually, awards, that will bene t several students — are thanks to two former Fennville High School educators who le a $2.2 million estate gi that is being administered through the Allegan County Community Foundation, a nonpro t that connects Allegan County students with scholarships they qualify for.
Funds from the gi will enable Fennville graduating seniors to pursue college or training in the skilled trades with awards that “will cover the total cost of attendance,” said Amanda Chappell, ACCF Youth Services Manager.
e gi will also provide resources for Fennville teachers to purchase learning materials and develop creative classroom projects.
FHS seniors are already applying for the James and Grace Walz Scholarship, Chappell said.
e program is funded through an endowment from James (Jim) and Grace Walz, longtime beloved Fennville educators. Jim Walz, who died in 2019, was the high school librarian who could help students research anything, and Grace Walz, who died early last year, was a popular history teacher who made the subject come alive in her classroom.
“Designed to last inde nitely, the funds will ensure their generosity continues to empower students and inspire educators in the community for generations,” ACCF o cials said.
ACCF celebrated its 60th anniversary last year. e organization was born through the e orts of civic-minded residents with foresight in 1965 and received its rst endowed gi from Allegan attorney Ethol Stone in 1969.
ACCF has grown “into a lasting legacy of impact, ensuring Allegan County thrives today and for generations to come,” foundation o cials said.
Deadline for applications for scholarships from the Walz gi is March 10. Teachers will be able to apply for grants next school year, Chappell said.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed in April with winners announced at each school’s senior award night in May.
Two students have already completed their applications for the Walz Scholarship and two more have started applications, Chappell said “ ere’s probably more still working on their general application. Students tend to wait until the last minute,” she added.
Some scholarships are one-time awards while others, like the Walz scholarship, are renewable if the student maintains a certain grade point, Chappell said. “We are encouraging new scholarships that come to us to be renewable,” she added. “We think it’s important for us to support students throughout their whole journey.”
e number of annual awards from the Walz fund depends on the amount requested and the number of quality applicants, Chappell said.
Scholarship donors James (Jim) and Grace Walz relax at their home after retiring from Fennville High School.
Some $70,000 will be available for the Walz Scholarship each year.
She anticipates two or three awards will be made annually.
Students seeking aid from ACCF file one application no matter how many scholarships they apply for, Chappell said. Software tells students the scholarships they are eligible for and if they need to complete any additional information. Some scholarships, like those from the Walz fund, require applicants to write essays.
“That makes it real easy on them and for us to manage because this year we have between 65 and 70 scholarship opportunities,” she said.
The Walz Scholarship is going to be a pretty great scholarship that will last forever,” Chappell said. “That’s the really powerful part of it. It’s not just for a couple of years. It can really provide a few students with key financial support they can count on for four years.
“It was great to be able to work with Grace‘s team to make sure we could support Fennville the way she wanted to,” Chappell said.
Chappel, a 2017 graduate of Fennville High, says she’s looking forward to personally making the award at the school’s award ceremony in May.
To see all the scholarships offered through ACCF, go to alleganfoundation.org/scholarships.
Arturo’s Tacos: Authentic Mexican
Family. Friends. Food.
It’s a winning trio when it comes to a good time. Something Arturo Orduno learned when he was a child, growing up in Chicago. Seems there were always big family gatherings, including friends who felt like family. And always, there was his mother’s cooking.
“ at’s how I got into liking the kitchen,” Orduno said.
He began his food business with catering in Chicago. In 2001 he and his wife, who had decided they wanted a small-town atmosphere rather than the large city, moved to Michigan. Orduno had an uncle in Grand Rapids, “so I came to try my luck,” and they moved to Grand Haven.
Orduno found work in a factory. But Grand Haven had no Mexican restaurants, “and the light bulb went on.” A er some time Orduno believed it was a good time to open one.
Established in 2011, his small restaurant on Beacon Boulevard (US 31) soon had a big following. “We’re blessed to be part of this community,” Orduno said.
It’s a simple, cozy place with just ve tables as well as four seats at the counter. e welcome is big, as are the servings. Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas, a few other items. No liquor. Take-out is a big part of the business.
Customers’ top choice? Tacos. Mexican style or American style, with steak, chicken, ground beef, pork, sausage. Or veggies.
On ursdays, from 4 to 8 p.m., Orduno serves his menu items at the American Legion in Grand Haven. e restaurant also does catering.
Orduno’s youngest son branched out last year with a food trailer, expanding the family’s business beyond its Beacon Blvd. location.
“We consider everyone who comes in here family,” Orduno says. “We’re cooking to feed our family. And you always serve your family the best.”
Since 2016, Arturo’s has garnered honors in the Grand Haven Tribune’s People’s Choice awards, for Best Tacos and Best Mexican Food.
Last year Arturo’s also took top honors for Best Food Truck. In its inaugural year.
e food truck is Orduno’s youngest son’s brainchild. “He was pretty much raised in the restaurant,” said his proud dad.
Arturo’s Tacos
305 N. Beacon Blvd. Grand Haven, MI 49417 (616) 844-4100 arturostacosgh.com
Story and photos by Elizabeth Granger
Cousin from Killarney’s Stout-Soaked Brisket
With St. Patrick’s Day on the horizon, this
Ingredients
4 pounds corned beef brisket
1 cup brown sugar
1 (12-fluid-ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (the recipe calls for Guinness, but try your favorite locally brewed stout)
Directions
1. Heat oven to 300 degrees.
2. Rinse brisket thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels and place on a rack in a roasting pan or Dutch oven. Rub brown sugar evenly over the brisket, pressing gently to adhere. Discard the seasoning packet, if included.
3. Pour stout around the brisket and lightly over the top to moisten the sugar. Cover and roast until very tender, about 2½ hours. An instantread thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 190 degrees.
4. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Always slice brisket against the grain. Serve with vegetables or as a sandwich on marbled rye with Swiss and provolone, accompanied by horseradish aioli.
With vegetables
During the final hour of cooking, add vegetables to the roasting pan. Cabbage wedges, new potatoes, onions and carrots all work well.
Note: Add another half-can-or-bottle of stout once vegetables are added to prevent dryness.
Are you a local chef or home cook? Email lenos@hour-media.com to submit a recipe.
FAB FINDS
Windermere House
Grand Haven & Spring Lake
304 W Savidge St, Spring Lake 1920’s 6 pc. Czech Hand Painted Pitcher and Cups $89 $82, &
Lee & Birch
128 Washington Ave, Grand Haven
Enzo Necklace $40, Suede Belt $108, Whitney Button Down $64, Mckay Cardigan $82, Java Justine Skirt $44.
121 Washington Ave, Grand Haven
Let the Sunshine in with Our New Flower Power Print.
Navy/White on Peri ¾ Slub Sleeve Tee $39, Navy/White on Gray Classic Sweatshirt $32
SilverFire Gallery & Gifts
124 Washington Ave, Grand Haven
Embellished Wine Bottle with Rechargeable Fairy Lights. Local Artist Kathy Niergarth. $20-$30
Marushka
136 Washington Ave, Grand Haven Goodr
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Genius Square Board Game. Roll the Dice & Race Your Opponent to Complete the Square. Two Board Sizes $29.99-$44.99
MACkite
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Scala Astoria Hat $38 and Scala Tatijana Hat $38
Buffalo Bob’s
Sunglasses $25-$35
FAB FINDS
Holland & Zeeland
Fustini’s Oils & Vinegars
24 E 8th St, Holland
Borr’s Shoes & Accessories
51 E 8th St, Holland
Handwoven All Leather Bags By Milo. Variety of Sizes, Styles and Prices.
New! Fustini’s Style Herbed Pizza Oil with Convenient Pop-Up Pour Spout $18.95, Pizza Dough Mix $9.95, Bench Scraper $6.95
Glik’s Mens Shop
28 E 8th St, Holland
Jack Black- Men’s Premium Selfcare Products $15- $37
Clovier By Glik’s
8 W 8th St, Holland
Necklace $15, Ultra Soft Yellow Twist Front Sweater from Cozy Co. $49, Risen Wide Leg Crop Jeans $59
FAB FINDS
Saugatuck & Douglas
Lakeshore Pet Boutique
10 W Center St, Douglas
Foraging Mats for Dogs $24.99
PARIS VINTAGE FASHION. Experts at Navigating the Vintage European Fashion Scene, You Will Love the Lulu Cadieux Special Finds Meant to Work Into Your Existing Wardrobe.
Santa Fe Trading Co.
325 Butler St, Saugatuck Raku Handcrafted Coasters $9.95 Each
The Owl House
303 Butler St, Saugatuck
John Beasley Wall Tile $135
Lucia’s World Emporium
142 Butler St, Saugatuck
Landsharks
Sustainable, Cozy Socks That Give Back to Causes You Care About $18
306 Butler St, Saugatuck
Deejo Wooden Handle Pocket Knives $80-$90
308 Butler St, Saugatuck
Best Seller Lemon Curd $12.95, Paloma Juice Mix $21.95
Calendar of Events
FARMERS MARKETS
Holland Farmers Market
Indoor Market Hours (through April)
Saturdaays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Held at the Eighth Street Market Place – 150 W. 8th St., Holland
The Holland Farmers Market’s popular Indoor Market will continue most Saturdays through April 2026. The Market is held inside the Holland Civic Center Place, located at 150 West Eighth Street in downtown Holland. It will be closed Saturday, Feb. 28, and Saturday, March 14, due to scheduling conflicts. Visitors can find more information at hollandfarmersmarket.com
ONGOING
Muskegon: POW! The Art of Comics — Exhibition celebrating comic book art and the artists behind superheroes and villains. On view at the Muskegon Museum of Art through Sunday, May 17, 2026. Visitors can explore how characters evolve from sketches to comics to Hollywood adaptations. muskegonmuseumofart.org
EVENTS BY DATE
FEBRUARY
February 27
Muskegon: Gershwin’s Piano Concerto — Friday evening performance by pianist Michelle Cann with conductor Kellen Gray. Program includes Michael Ellis Ingram’s Overture to Jubilee, Gershwin’s Concerto in F, and Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony. 7:30 p.m., Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts, 425 W Western Ave STE 200.westmichigansymphony.org
Muskegon Farmers Market Winter Market Hours (through April)
Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Located at “The Barn” – 242 W. Western Ave, Muskegon
Winter Market Saturdays through April, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., featuring local meats, vegetables, baked goods, and hot meals. The Flea Market offers unique items on Wednesdays starting in May. Market resumes Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. muskegonfarmersmarket.com
Saturdays through February 28
Muskegon: Learn to Luge Like an Olympian — Guided luge sessions at Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park. Friday sessions 6:30 p.m.–9 p.m., Saturday sessions 9 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sunday sessions 9 a.m.–7 p.m. michigan.org
February 28
Muskegon: Michelle Cann — Classical Piano. The night a er her appearance with WMS at the Frauenthal, pianist Michelle Cann brings a solo performance to The Block. Cann has been described as “technically fearless” and is one of the most sought-a er artists of her generation. The show starts at 7:30 at The Block, 360 W Western Ave 2nd floor. westmichigansymphony.org
MARCH
March 6–8
Holland: Girlfriends Weekend — Downtown Holland hosts its annual three-day shopping and social event. Includes fashion shows, themed parties, dining, and retail promotions. Friday through Sunday, various locations in Downtown Holland. girlfriendsweekend.org
March 7
Muskegon: Muskegon Polar Plunge — Saturday fundraiser plunge for Special Olympics Michigan at Fricano’s Muskegon Lake. Participants jump into icy water to support athletes and community programs. 12 p.m., Fricano’s Muskegon Lake, 1050 W. Western Ave, Muskegon.classy.org
Event details may change. Be sure to call ahead before you go. Have an event to share? Email lenos@hour-media.com. Please write “EVENT” in the subject line, and include event name, location, date, time, description, price, contact info and website.
Shop in downtown Holland on Girlfriends Weekend.
March 7
Calendar of Events
Holland: Hot Winter Nights March Fundraiser, Holland Chorale — Saturday evening of songs by American composers performed by Holland Chorale singers. Food and non-alcoholic beverages provided. Doors open 7 p.m., concert 7:30 p.m., Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E. 8th St., Suite 200. Only 50 tickets available. hollandchorale.org
March 13
Muskegon: House of Hamill – Celtic Fusion — Friday evening performance featuring traditional Celtic fiddling fused with contemporary folk energy, including jigs, reels, and original compositions. 7:30 p.m., The Block, 360 W Western Ave 2nd floor. westmichigansymphony.org
March 13–14
Holland: Lakeshore Home Show — Expo for how you live, work, and play on the Lakeshore. Friday, 1–8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.– 6 p.m., Holland Civic Center, 150 W 8th St, Holland. lakeshorehomeshow.com
March 14
Holland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade — Saturday community parade celebrating Irish heritage. Begins at 12 p.m. from the Eighth Street Market Place and travels east on 8th Street toward Columbia Avenue, Downtown Holland. downtownholland.comC
March 18
Grand Haven: “A Good Animal” — Wednesday evening presentation of Sara Maurer’s debut novel. 6:30 p.m., The Bookman, 715 Washington Ave, Grand Haven. bookmanbookstore.indielite.org
March 20
Muskegon: Fiesta Sinfónica — Friday evening musical celebration of Latin music with conductor Scott Speck, vocalist Camille Zamora, and The Mambo Kings. 7:30 p.m., Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts, 425 W Western Ave STE 200. westmichigansymphony.org
March 21
Grand Haven: Third Coast Book Festival — Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Authors meet and greet
Calendar of Events
with book signings at over 40 downtown businesses, including public library, historical museum, and Central Park Place. Free admission.thirdcoastfest.org
March 21
Muskegon: Camille Zamora – Love in Song — Saturday evening performance of love songs spanning five centuries and five continents. 7:30 p.m. at The Block, 360 W Western Ave 2nd floor. westmichigansymphony.org
APRIL
April 4–11
Holland: Spring Fling — Week-long Spring Break celebration featuring giveaways, shopping and dining discounts, in-store promotions, yard games, and more. Downtown Holland, April 4–11. hollandspringfling.com
April 11
Grand Haven: “Through Their Eyes: Reflections on Joy, Loss, and Learning” — Saturday morning presentation of Nancy Collander’s memoir. 11 a.m., The Bookman, 715 Washington Ave, Grand Haven. bookmanbookstore.indielite.org
April 13
Holland: Windmill Island Gardens Opening Day Monday marks the start of the 2026 season. Open 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Windmill Island Gardens, 1 Lincoln Ave, Holland. cityofholland.com
April 17
Muskegon: Guitar Romance — Friday evening performance by guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas with conductor Scott Speck. Program includes Falla’s Suite No.1 from The Three-Cornered Hat, Piazzolla’s Tangazo, Rodrigo’s Soleriana, Suite for Orchestra, Falla’s Ritual Fire Dance from El Amor Brujo, and Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez. 7:30 p.m., Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts, 425 W Western Ave Ste 200. westmichigansymphony.org
Calendar of Events
April 25
Grand Haven: Independent Bookstore Day — Saturday, national celebration of local bookstores with specialty products, swag, and snacks. All day, The Bookman, 715 Washington Ave, Grand Haven. bookmanbookstore.indielite.org
April 18
Muskegon: Varo String Quartet — Saturday evening classical chamber concert showcasing innovative works by living composers alongside classical masterpieces. 7:30 p.m., The Block, 360 W Western Ave 2nd floor. westmichigansymphony.org
April 18
Holland: Run of the Mill 5K — Saturday fun run at Windmill Island Gardens. Begins 9:30 a.m., Windmill Island Gardens, 1 Lincoln Ave, Holland. downtownholland.com
April 24
Holland: Holland Chorale presents My Companion Friday evening Midwest premiere of This is How You Love by Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach. Pre-concert discussion 6:45 p.m., concert 7:30 p.m., Harderwyk Ministries, 1627 W. Lakewood Blvd. Suggested ticket $20. hollandchorale.org
April 26
Holland: WMCC Spring Concert — Sunday performance by West Michigan Children’s Choir. 4 p.m., Second Reformed Church of Zeeland, 225 E. Central Ave. Free admission. hollandchorale.org
MAY
May 1
Muskegon: Stephane Wrembel Quartet Friday evening Gypsy Jazz performance incorporating jazz, blues, classical, swing, flamenco, and rock. 7:30 p.m., The Block, 360 W Western Ave 2nd floor. westmichigansymphony.org
May 7
Grand Haven: “Don’t Look in the Freezer: The Very Strange Life of a Veterinarian’s Wife” — Thursday evening presentation of Patti Eddington’s second book. 7 p.m., The Bookman, 715 Washington Ave, Grand Haven. bookmanbookstore.indielite.org
Spring author events at The Bookman.
DOWNTOWN ZEELAND
2026 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Tues., August 4 National Night Out* ELM STREET
Thurs., August 6 Music on Main* Thurs., August 6 Ice Cream Social DEKKER HUIS MUSEUM
Sat., March 28 Easter Egg Hunt Sat., May 23 Spring Peddlers’ Market* An Artfully & Tastefully Curious Faire
Mon., May 25 Memorial Day Parade*
Wed., August 12 Sweet Summer Night* Outdoor Movie & Treats
Thurs., August 20 Music on Main* Mon., September 7 Labor Day Truck Parade* Sat., September 12 Fall Peddlers’ Market* An Artfully & Tastefully Curious Faire
October 1-3 Pumpkinfest*
Fri., October 30 Downtown Trick or Treat* Thurs., November 26 Zeeland’s Turkey Trot 8k* Mon., November 30 Magical Christmas Parade* and City Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 4-5 Feel the Zeel of Christmas
Sat., December 5 Sinterklaas DEKKER HUIS MUSEUM
Sat., December 12 Wreaths of Honor Laying Ceremony ZEELAND CEMETARY Sat., Feb. 20, 2027 Plaiderday Chili Crawl
Thurs., June 4 Music on Main* June 10–July 29 PopUp in the Park every Wednesday with Howard Miller Library
Thurs., June 11 Zeeland’s Chalk Fest*
Thurs., June 11 Music on Main*
Thurs., June 18 Music on Main*
Tues., June 23 Zeeland Zoom 5K*
Thurs., June 25 Music on Main*
July 6-27 Zeelmania* every Monday evening July 7-28 Soundz of Summer Concert Series every Tuesday evening LAWRENCE STREET PARK
Thurs., July 9 Music on Main*
July 10-11 Show & Shine Car Show & Cruise*
Wed., July 15 Community Waterslide ZEELAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Thurs., July 16 Zeeland Fire & Rescue Pig Out LAWRENCE STREET PARK
Thurs., July 23 Music on Main* FOR