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DOUGLAS DUTCHERS VINTAGE BASE BALL Celebrating 10 years! by SW Staff ...sporting events have taken place on Beery Field as far back as 1860.

All things vintage, is fashion today. And, in the small village of Douglas, a unique club brings vintage Base Ball with wooden bats, a bird bell and a blackboard. The Douglas Dutchers Base Ball Club, Baseball spelled with two words, the vintage way, is unique in West Michigan. The team is made up of all ages, young and old. This year the club will travel to the Mackinac Island Festival, play in Lincoln Park in Chicago and will play twice in Indiana. There are 26 clubs in the entire state of Michigan. Also, this year, the Dutchers are celebrating 10 years as a club. They are able to do this because of the hard work of both those in the office and on the field. The club is supported by contributions. And because of this, the games at Beery Field are free to watch so you can use your spending money for the best hotdogs and homemade, fresh-squeezed lemonade at the end of every match (game). But be quick, the lemonade disappears quickly! Not only do the Dutchers play for the fun of vintage Base Ball, they are also involved for the good of our community.You may see this group volunteer in cleaning a part of a highway every year or involved in other community demonstrations at senior homes and schools.

A Bit of History When Base Ball was originally played, the club was made up of the local sheriff and his relatives. They played against other sheriffs and their families. Base Ball gradually evolved into what it is today. Members of the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club of New York wrote down the first rules of Base Ball in 1845. The rules included regulations governing sportsmanship as well as rules for conducting the matches. As the popularity of Base Ball grew, competition became more important. Small town Clubs traveled for weekend matches to other towns, rivalries developed, and soon good players were sometimes secretly paid to play. Alas! The first openly professional Base Ball team was the Cincinnati Red Stockings of 1869. Like so many other American traditions, Base Ball was ever changing. Over time and in different parts of the country, shocking behavior like overhand pitching, bunting, calling balls and strikes, sliding, and wearing gloves was slowly accepted. The Douglas Dutchers uniforms are fashioned after a local club, the Douglas Athletic League, who first played in 1905. In 1996, the Vintage Base Ball Association was formed to preserve the historical presentation of America’s favorite pastime and follows the Henry Chadwick 1860 Base Ball Rules.

For the Love of the Game! The Douglas Dutchers Base Ball club was formed in order to provide historic value to the Douglas and Saugatuck communities. It was established to promote historical education for the community through the participation in an 1860 vintage setting. It has promoted increased interest in - not only, sporting events of that era and the beginnings of Base Ball in America - but, a general knowledge of other aspects of that era. The field is significant in it’s own right, as sporting events have taken place on Beery Field as far back as 1860. The field received a WPA (Works Progress Administration) grant in 1935 under the Franklin D. Roosevelt Administration. The grant was obtained to rebuild the ball field as a recreational and educational site to be used for and by the community. Youth of the community benefit from the theatrical and historical value of having a vintage Base Ball team in their community. Teachers enjoy having the children watch the games and report back to the class the historical value of the matches, and how, not only the game, but the atmosphere of the events compared to the modern day. The elderly find the ‘throwback’ games therapeutic to watch, as nursing homes in the area bring patients to the matches. 7

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1860 Base Ball Rules/Customs at Dutchers games: l Matches are conducted according to the highest standards of sportsmanship, gentlemanly behavior, courtesy and respect for others. l Players do not wear gloves or other protective equipment. l There is no sliding, leading off or stealing bases. l Players crossing home plate safely must then proceed to the tallykeeperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table, place one hand on the table, raise the other hand and ask the tallykeeper to please tally his ace for his team. He is then instructed to strike the tally bell. Only then does his ace count. l The ball must be hurled underhand.

All matches(games) are free and played at Beery Field in Douglas (in the center of the village) at 2pm. June 30 July 28 August 4 August 11

Dutchers vs.Wyandotte Stars Dutchers vs. House of David Echoes Dutchers vs. South Haven Bark Peelers Dutchers vs. Paw Paw Corkers Learn more about vintage base ball at www.vbba.org.

19th Century Base Ball Slang: Aces: runs Cranks: fans Daisy cutter: a well-hit ground ball Onion: base ball Sky ball: a high pop-up Willow: the bat

Donations: The Douglas Dutchers Vintage Base Ball Club is a 501c3 NonProfit Volunteer Organization Mail: P.O. Box 885, Douglas, MI, 49406 Call Helen DeGeatano at 269.857.7055 or visit www.douglasdutchers.org for more information.

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Graafschap Heritage Center and 4th of July Celebration by Linda Clark

Considered to be the most unique and complete church community heritage center in the nation...

Beyond spotting a gleaming white church steeple stretching above the trees when driving into Holland from the south, most visitors to the Lakeshore probably are unaware of the existence of Graafschap, a small community between Saugatuck and Holland. Even long-time residents may consider it mainly as a hard-to-pronounce street name. (Note to newcomers: say it as “grass cup.”) But the small village centered around the Graafschap Christian Reformed Church -GCRC- may provide just the spot to enjoy an old-fashioned, family-centered Fourth of July. The July 4 Graafschap Community Celebration kicks off with what, for many locals, has become an annual tradition, the Graafschap Fire Department’s Pancake Breakfast. After pleasantly overeating, you may travel by tractor and wagon shuttle (particularly appropriate for this rural area) to the church grounds. In 2011 approximately 500 people enjoyed games, buggy and barrel rides, a Heritage Center children’s petting zoo, antique car display, the appointment of an honorary mayor, and a picnic lunch. This year they have a vintage tractor pull and the 20th Century at War Museum. For many Americans, however, Independence Day celebrations require more than just food and fun. Also intended to help us remember our history, tours of the Historic Graafschap Church Heritage Center provide another focus for the holiday. Considered to be the the most unique and complete church community heritage center in the nation, this varied display of artifacts represents early Dutch settlers’ quest for freedoms: economic freedom, political freedom, and, of course, religious freedom. Recent Tulip Time visitors were lucky to be guided through the center by William(Bill) Sytsma, church historian and the definitive expert on Graafschap’s heritage as well as the author of Our Blessed Heritage, a volume celebrating the church’s sesquicentennial year in 1997. The center, located in a large, bright basement space directly beneath the sanctuary, was created with the approval and foresight of the church council, along with Heritage Center architects who planned the structure. During the tour, Sytsma helped guests enjoy “hands-on history,” playing the pipe organ, feeling the weight of a bearskin coat, sitting on the hard bench pews in the log church replica, touching original rough timbers (removed during construction of the current church building), and hearing stories reminiscent of what every school child learns about the difficulties faced by our country’s earliest European pilgrims in Massachusetts and Virginia. Other displays are more unique to the Holland area: a truly one-ofa-kind delft tile painting and what remains of the Graafschap Post Office, which closed, notable now because of current events, due to a lack of funds. Divided into sections representing various times and

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body of the fallen president prior to burial. As part of this honor guard detail, the men accompanied Lincoln’s funeral procession carrying the casket from the state capitol building to its interment site. According to a later Holland Sentinel article, though clearly serving in a position of great honor and distinction, the young and inexperienced Douma on that day was more concerned about potentially not stopping for a

The rooster on the steeple is a reminder of the scripture Matthew 26:4 where Peter denied Jesus three times and a reminder to always be on guard, never denying Jesus. You can see the original rooster in the Heritage Center.

Lincoln’s Honor Guard: In early 1865, when President Abraham Lincoln made his last call to American men to serve as volunteers in the Union Army, six young men from the Graafschap area answered. (In agreeing to serve, they voluntarily replaced drafted married men with families.) Enlisting in the final stages of the Civil War, these six men, John (Jan) R. Douma, Mattheus Notier, Germ W. Mokma, Gerrit J. Nyland (Nijland), Cornelius Lokker and J.P. Eppink, almost definitely saw no battle action. However, two of them served their country and its Commander in Chief in an unexpectedly tragic way.

meal than on the importance of his assignment. In time, Douma acknowledged, he grew to appreciate his duty’s true historical significance.

Left to Right Standing: Mokma, Nyland, Douma and Sitting: Lokker, Eppink, Notier.

On April 15, 1865, President Lincoln died in Washington, D.C. after being shot the previous evening. Lincoln’s funeral train left Washington on April 21 and arrived in Springfield, Illinois on May 3. The next day, Thursday, May 4, Douma and Notier, both 18 years of age and from Graafschap, were assigned along with other members of their company to guard the

Before his death in 1929, Notier lived in Holland at 82 W. 12th Street, and Douma, then gaining the title of Holland’s last Civil War survivor, died on January 31, 1939. Residing at 86 E. 14th Street at the time of his death, Douma was 92 years old.

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Graafschap Fire Department, built as a barn-like farmscape, fitting for Graafschap.

EVENT INFORMATION July 4 Breakfast at the Fire Station: The pancake breakfast at the Graafschap Fire Station on Graafschap Road is from 6am10am with a suggested donation of $5/plate. The line can be long at times...but worth it...itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about community. Kids can get an inside, close-up look at the fire trucks and maybe even have a chance at a fire hose. Questions: call Graafschap Fire Department 616.396.4060. JJ Terpsma tries out a fire hose and checks out a fire truck.

July 4 Summer Celebration: All are welcome to the Graafschap Heritage Center from 8:30am to 12:30pm for the July 4 Graafschap Summer Celebration! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to eat breakfast first at the fire station. Heritage Center at Graafschap Church: Open year-round. If you miss the July 4 tour of the Heritage Center you can stop in another time. They are open the last Tuesday of the month from 7pm-9pm, or the last Sunday of the month from 11am-12(noon). Groups are welcome by appointment also. The Heritage Center is located at the church at 5973 Church Street, Graafschap. (Near the intersection of 48th Street and Graafschap Road (aka 60th Street), approximately one mile southwest of Holland. Enter Church Street from either 48th or 60th.) Questions: call Graafschap Church at 616.396.5008 or 392-6287 or visit www.graafschapheritagecenter.org. SW

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School House and Pump House Museums

This venue is one of the most visited museums of the size in the country. History was not my favorite subject in school. Never able to separate the important events from the mundane, I would memorize it all and miss any significant takeaway.The takeaway is the thing that you hear or learn that matters to you because of life experiences, sense of humor, and the like.Therefore, my takeaway is different than my grandmother’s or my son’s, even when presented with the same information. When I visited the Old School House in Douglas, my first “wow” takeaway was something I read on the historical marker sign even before entering the front door. It reads, “The Douglas Union School

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opened for classes in September 1866. One male and one female teacher taught 129 pupils that year.” Wow! That is a student/teacher ratio that would make today’s parents scream. How was that possible? Jim Schmiechen, historian and my guide for the day, explained to me that the mixedage classrooms made this ratio possible since students taught each other. Likewise, this same spirit of teaching each other and communitylearning continues today at the History Museum with its scores of volunteers as the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society is almost entirely run by volunteers, over 150 of them.

Two primary locations operate as museums in Saugatuck-Douglas: The Old School House located downtown Douglas and the Museum on the shore of the Kalamazoo River by the base of Mount Baldy and a short walk from the Saugatuck Chain Ferry landing. (Note:You could take the Chain Ferry across the river.The cost is one dollar per person each time you cross.) Located on Center Street in the heart of Douglas,The Old School House opened its doors as a history center in 2010 and features two brand new permanent exhibits this year: the Back-InTime Pathway and History Garden and Rowing Them Safely Home: Shipwrecks and Lifesaving on the Great Lakes.The School, built in the classical Italianate form, was the largest building in town at the time it was built in the 1860â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The community demanded the architecture have high aesthetic standards to reflect their high academic goals. The new Back-In-Time Pathway winds through the one acre History Garden behind the Old School House. Stories along the path shed light on the link between azaleas and the Saugatuck area (yes, there is a link), as well as points out historical sights such as Mt. Baldhead that can be viewed from the garden. A small peach orchard and an interactive area for the kids provide a great mix of history, nature and art. Rowing Them Safely Home: Shipwrecks and Lifesaving on the Great Lakes is a new permanent exhibit located in a separate building behind the Old School House that features one of only two remaining Francis lifeboats in the United States. Designed by Joseph Francis, the metal lifeboat

became the regulation lifeboat on every American ocean-going ship and was utilized at coastal lifesaving stations, including those on the Great Lakes. In 1854, the Saugatuck Francis lifeboat was delivered to the Saugatuck Lighthouse as one of 23 provided by the US government to Lake Michigan shoreline communities. Rescuers used

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through various fundraisers. One of the fundraisers taking place now is “Save the Barrel”.The Barrel is a crazy building that in its heyday in the 1950’s served as a drive-up restaurant.The Barrel is exactly that - a huge barrel. A group of volunteers, called “the Friends of the Barrel,” have dismantled the structure and are working to restore it to its former, fun-loving glory.There are many ways you can get involved in saving the Barrel as well as help out in other ways in the Society. Check out their website for all the details. Be sure to visit all the exhibits this season and discover your takeaway.

this lifeboat to row out to disabled ships to save the sailors. Unfortunately, the boat fell into disrepair and languished in the lighthouse keeper’s shed until its first restoration in 1930. After restoration, the Saugatuck boat was named the Gallinipper, the Indian name for “giant mosquito,” by the Sea Scouts who restored her. In addition to the Old School House location, the Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society also operates the Saugatuck-Douglas Museum that is approximately one mile away on the river. Housed in the historic former Village of Saugatuck Pump House on the Kalamazoo River, the Museum typically mounts one major exhibit annually. Since the exhibits change annually, you have a wonderful reason to visit every year.With over 10,000 visitors annually, this venue is one of the most visited museums of the size in the country. The beautiful garden and harbor-front walkway along the Kalamazoo River are open to the public at all times as there are no barricades or entry fees. Speaking of entry fees, there are no fees for enjoying the Museum or Old School House. With over 600 members in the Historical Society, the Museum relies on funding from members, donations, grants sand money raised

ca. 1952 - the specialty here was foot long hot dogs and frosty mug root beer - also cool car hops who were real flirts! Pump House Museum is open 12-4 pm daily through August and on weekends in September through October 28. Award winning museum’s 2012 exhibition is an updated version of “Our Village Life.” Photographs, artifacts and stories uncover the mysteries and stories of daily life in the Saugatuck area (1890-1950).The permanent interactive “super map” allows visitors to learn the history of sites throughout the local communities. Special group tours by request.The museum is in the historic Pump House at Mt. Baldhead Park, 735 Park Street, Saugatuck. Free. School House website sdhistoricalsociety.org for details or call 269.857.7900 for School House hours in Douglas. Free.

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Celebrating 25 Years! Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission by John Schultz From 419 to 6,349 of beautiful acres.That’s a big backyard to splash and play in! Living along the beautiful freshwater shoreline, we have some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States.A rich and bountiful place to live with wonderful parks and beaches and incredible recreational opportunities. This year the Parks & Recreation Commission marks an important milestone as it celebrates its first quarter century. Prior to the Commission’s establishment in 1987, the county park system was overseen by the Ottawa County Road Commission which developed the county’s first park,Tunnel Park, back in 1929. “The Road Commission did a really good job in developing the basic framework for the park system between 1929 and 1980 with the establishment of nine parks encompassing 419 acres,” said John Scholtz, Parks Director. As the county’s population grew, the Board of Commissioners recognized that the county’s rapid growth combined with a strong tourism base resulted in a need for an organization that could make parks its top priority.The Board looked at various options for reorganizing and settled on the creation of a Parks & Recreation Commission. The new Parks & Recreation Commission, with strong support from the Board of Commissioners, made renovation of the park system their top priority in its early years. The initial focus was on the lakeshore, and the newly formed Parks Commission quickly obtained grants through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for major improvements to both Tunnel and Kirk Parks. After success in upgrading its Lake Michigan beach parks, the Commission experienced continued success in securing grants to improve the other parks in the system, with an emphasis on park design that would improve accessibility for people with disabilities. The Parks Commission made a concerted effort to establish high standards for park maintenance and operations. In addition to upgrading existing

parks, the Commission recognized the importance of the county’s Lake Michigan shoreline and dunes and the need to maximize access to this tremendous resource. In its first long-range parks plan in 1989, the Commission identified the Rosy Mound property as a top priority for acquisition and began the process to secure grant assistance, which was ultimately successful in assisting with its purchase. This spectacular property located south of Grand Haven offers both high-quality natural features and the largest stretch of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline in Ottawa County. By the mid 1990s, with Ottawa County facing rapid population growth and suburban sprawl, the Parks Commission decided to push for expansion of the park system while opportunities still existed to buy prime lands. Surveys of residents identified strong support for preserving high-quality natural and recreational lands. In its 1995 long-range parks and open space plan, the Parks Commission proposed a focus on greenways along the county’s river corridors as a key strategy to expand the park system. The Commission has made it a priority to leverage property tax dollars with outside funding sources, and this strategy has been successful as over $16 million dollars in grant funds has been committed from a wide range of sources to expand and improve the park system. The single most important grant source has been the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund. This Trust Fund, administered through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, obtains funds from oil and gas leases on state lands and uses the interest on those funds to award grants to local park systems for land acquisition and park improvements.The Trust Fund has been a strong partner in building the Ottawa County Park system, providing major grants for many county park projects including the Rosy Mound Natural Area, North Ottawa Dunes, Olive Shores, and Grand River Ravines. The Parks Commission exceeded its goal of acquiring 3,000 additional acres of park land. Currently, the Commission is on track to reach its goal of adding 1,800 acres.The total acreage of the county park system currently is 6,349 acres, up significantly from the 419 acres that existed 25 years ago when the Parks Commission was first established. Much more important than acreage totals are the incredible recreational opportunities made available to county residents and visitors as a result of the expansion of the park system. With the opening of the new Olive Shores County Parks in May, the county park system will offer six parks on

SW OTTAWA COUNTY Lake Michigan, providing opportunities to go to the beach and explore the unique shoreline and dune environment along the lakeshore. The park system now features over 70 miles of trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding and other uses. Trails are consistently the top-ranked activity in park user surveys, and the Parks Commission has made trails a top priority. The total miles of trails in the park system is expected to exceed 100 miles in a few years. The opening of the new Ottawa County Parks Nature Education Center at Hemlock Crossing in 2010 allowed the Parks Commission to greatly expand its efforts to provide nature education opportunities in Ottawa County including a focus on reaching school groups. As a park system that focuses on natural resource-based lands and facilities, the Parks Commission recognizes the importance of educating its citizens on how to enjoy and respect these special natural lands. The Nature Education Center serves not only as the home base for nature education activities but also as a visitor center focused on the entire county park system.

the Parks Commission engages businesses and organizations in “adopt-a-park” programs and a growing number of individual citizens step forward to tackle a wide variety of volunteer jobs. “The ultimate goal of the county park system is to enrich the quality of life of county residents,” says Bobbi Jones Sabine, a 22-year resident of the county and a licensed landscape architect who currently serves as president of the Parks Commission. “By providing outstanding close-to-home opportunities to explore and enjoy our natural environment, we are connecting people to nature and promoting active and healthy lifestyles.” Positive impacts go beyond quality of life to economic impacts in the communities that make up Ottawa County. A strong park system is important to businesses in attracting and retaining quality employees. The county’s tourism industry is significant, and the parks play a huge role in providing opportunities needed for tourists to enjoy the natural resources available in Ottawa County.

“Most importantly,” says Sabine,“the county park system helps provide the balance needed between growth and development in the county and preserving natural lands to protect the ecological health of our area, and provides current and future residents an opportunity The major emphasis on to enjoy and appreciate greenways and access ca. 1929, building Tunnel Park, Holland MI the wonderful natural to the county’s river corridors has resulted in public access to nearly 20 resources we have in Ottawa County.” miles of riverfront land, providing opportunities for FREE NEWSLETTER: Outdoors Ottawa fishing, hunting, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewCounty, is a free colorful quarterly newsletter. It ing, hiking, and a range of other activities. Recent includes all sorts of information including parks establishment of the Grand River Heritage Water programs like nature photography, field trips, Trail helps focus attention on the outstanding padastronomy and sky viewing, birding, kayaking etc., dling opportunities available on the Grand River. also you’ll learn about updates on current park projects. Voter approval of the parks millage is one indication of public support for the parks program; another is the growth in volunteer efforts to support Call 616.738.4810 or email ocparks@miottawa. org to receive the newletter by mail or email. the park system. The Friends of Ottawa County To learn more about Ottawa County Parks, visit Parks has grown into a strong support organizathe Nature Education Center, check out the Parks tion for the parks program since its formation website at www.miottawa.org/parks, or see Parks in 2005. In addition to the work of the Friends, Facebook page. SW 22

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thistle gallery Thistle Gallery, located at 26 E. 8th St. in the heart of downtown Holland, features the original work of over one-hundred artists, and prides itself on offering unique creations in many different mediums. About thirty percent of the artists represented in Thistle Gallery reside in Michigan. Thistle Gallery just celebrated its second anniversary at its 8th St. location. However, Thistle Gallery originally opened its doors seven years ago in Douglas, where it still operates on a seasonal basis. The major product groupings at Thistle Gallery are glass, including many fused glass creations, pottery, watercolors, oil paintings, wood carvings and bowls, textiles, and photography. For example, the acrylic paintings of Mary Van Kampen, a Holland artist, are permanently featured at Thistle Gallery. Likewise, you will find watercolors by Cindy Bender, and decorative wall collages by Lori Daniels. Additionally, Mary Glinski, the owner of Thistle Gallery, displays her many fused dichroic glass pieces, such as earrings, pendants, and bracelets. The photography at Thistle Gallery is an exclusive. Tim Glinskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work is only shown at Thistle Gallery, and features many local scenes, as well as those taken on his travels across the country. One of his favorite subjects is Chicago and its many remarkable architectural features. But, you will also find Windmill Island and western Michigan sunsets well represented at Thistle Gallery. Thistle Gallery is located at 26 E. 8th St. in downtown Holland. They can be reached at 616.393.6088 or at info@thistlegallery.biz.

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NEW OLIVE SHORES PARK by Ottawa County Staff A prime example of what the Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Department does today.

The mostly wooded 20-acre site of the brand new Olive Shores Park includes mature beechmaple-hemlock forest, a steep barrier dune, and 738 feet of unspoiled Lake Michigan shoreline. The park has a paved parking area, modern restrooms, a barrier-free trail loop, and an extensive series of stairs and boardwalks traversing the dune and providing access to the sandy beach. Decks provide seating and views of Lake Michigan. Interpretive signs along the trail focus on Mt. Olive, the large dune in the park, as well as the filming at the site of a scene from the Tom Hanks movie, Road to Perdition. The $730,000 park project, as well as the $3.8 million land purchases in 2009, was funded by two Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grants and the Ottawa County Parks millage. The park is located in Port Sheldon Township on the Olive Shores Drive about 0.5 miles from Lakeshore Avenue (just north of the power plant and Croswell St.). This park requires a County Parks Sticker ($6.00-daily) which can be purchased at the park.You can also purchase an annual sticker ($12.00 for county residents, $24.00 for non-county residents and $7.00 for seniors-over 60) at the Hemlock Nature Education Center or call the county. Note also that no lifeguards are on duty at the beach. Call 616.738.4810 or email ocparks@miottawa.org. SW

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Disc Golf in West Michigan by Skip Nagelvoort If you can throw a Frisbee, you can play disc golf. The vividly colored plastic disc clanged as it hit the galvanize pin. Momentarily, it hung in the air, as if teasing the thrower, and then it dropped and rattled through the chain settling in the basket. Jeremy, an affable and seriously-goateed player, exclaimed “Nailed it”, while pumping his fist in triumph. It was a fun outing of a bunch of friends on a Sunday afternoon. The day was a little gusty, but beautiful. The enthusiasm of the disc golf crowd was obvious. Shore Acres is located in Laketown Township, just east of Saugatuck and is the premier course in the lakeshore area. The windy weather was not perfect for disc golf, but that did not seem to bother the steady stream of players moving over the course. There were several young couples with the wives carrying their infants in a shoulder sling out for a walk with the players. There were families with everyone playing. All in all, there was a wide variety of ages on the course. It is about a two mile track with variations in elevations and pretty scenery: a healthy outing for all. There are three disc golf courses in the immediate lakeshore community. Each of these courses offer free play with 18 holes (baskets). All the holes are par 3’s and scorecards may be available. The game is played with an assortment of discs. All colors, but three basic varieties: the driver, middle distance and putter. The driver is sleek and stealth-like in appearance. It has an aerodynamic design that enables it to fly a surprisingly long way. Controlling its direction is part of the art and the fun. The middle distance disc has a heavier edge and acts as a wedge in ball golf to get close to the pin. The putter is heavier and bulkier to drop into the basket at the base of the pin. Most regular players have a shoulder bag with several of these discs of each variety. There is no limit to the number of discs in the bag during a match, unlike the 14 club regulation in ball golf. The discs cost about $40 for a starter set.

If you can throw a Frisbee, you can play disc golf. For newbie’s, why not just use a Frisbee to try it? Just remember that each person needs their own. The national organization Disc Golf Course Review rates various courses and identifies courses around the world. Its website www. dgcoursereview.com rates Shore Acres in Saugatuck as a 4 out of 5 which is the highest rating in the state. SHORE ACRES HISTORICAL PARK: 4 RATING. In Saugatuck this course is long and a good challenge. It is seemingly the preferred course for the experienced players who are easily marked by their bags full of discs. This park is also home to the historic Felt Mansion and the historic Gibson Church. Dune trails are also available for a hike to the beach. DIRECTIONS: From I-196; exit 41 and go west to first right at 64th St. (State Park signs). Go 1 mile to a left at 138th Ave. - head left at split (Felt Mansion side). Park in the 1st large parking lot on the left. 1st tee at NWcorner of lot.

WINSTROM PRESERVE: 2 Â˝ RATING. In Holland this course is family friendly in that it is short, so the play is easier without the long throws. This is a pretty park just off Ottawa Beach Rd. with lots of parking, picnic tables, tennis courts, trails, a tot-lot and more. DIRECTIONS: US-31 to E. Lakewood Blvd. exit. Go west (Lakewood becomes Douglas, then Ottawa Beach Rd.) to a right on 160th Ave. Entrance on left, just south of fire station. (Recently had a large amount of trees cut down.)

RYCENGA PARK: 2 RATING. This course is found on the northeast side of the park just past the volleyball courts. Rycenga is a family friendly large park with ball fields, playgrounds and picnic shelters. DIRECTIONS: US 31 north from Grand Haven to Van Wagoner exit. Go right (east) on to a left on 168th Ave. (4-way stop) north for 1.6 miles. The park is on the left after the 2nd curve. Park as far east as you can, by the disc golf sign. Street address use 16401 Hemlock Drive, Spring Lake. SW

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Warner Vineyards Tasting Room Pure Michigan! Celebrating 74 years, founded in 1938. 100% grown and made in Michigan. 208 College Ave. Holland 616.394.9002

Home and Company Great selection of gifts and home furnishings by artist Carol Roeda, Heather Shadron, Mariposa, Nambe, Robeez, and many others. 190 S. River Ave. Holland 616.393.0305 myhomeandcompany.com

The Blackbird Beautiful braid rugs, handcrafted furniture, chandeliers, candles, prints, lamps, treenware - All American Made! Also the famous Butter Maple Syrup Candles and jumbo jelly beans. River Ave. near 8th St. Holland 616.355.0117 blackbird-holland.com

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Borrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes & Accessories Shown (Sperry Angelfish & Bluefish) Offering the latest fashions in footwear, handbags, jewelry and accessories. 51 E. 8th St. Holland 616.392.2821 borrs.com

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Michigan T-Shirt Company Custom-designed T-shirts celebrating the state of Michigan, its lifestyle, and its people, including the popular “Got Lake” design. Also, a variety of hats, bags, mugs, scarves and sunglasses. 35 W 8th St., 2nd Floor above Model Drug Store Holland 616.392.9566 michigantshirtco.com

Globe Design & Vision Reading glasses from Eye bobs, featured here, are eye-conic in style. Come peruse our great selection of eye style. 49 E 8th St. Holland 616.394.9103 globe-vision.com l

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Tin Ceiling Summers are made of memories. Keep those memories alive with an old wood sign. We even have a sign of Big Red. Other unique gifts for any season. 10 E. 8th St. Holland 616.395.2623 thetinceiling.com

Tikal Unique designers from all over the world with fresh fashions and whose fame has not yet put their styles beyond the reach of affordability. 6 E. 8th St. Holland 616.396.6828 tikalholland.com

The Seasoned Home Time to BBQ! Assorted colorful outdoor grilling accessories. We also have gourmet foods, soups, spices and more. 43 E. 8th St Holland 616.392.8350 theseasonedhome.com

Newb’s Necklaces, Earrings, Watches and Bracelets. Great deals and prices. 182 S. River Ave. Holland 616.396.5600

The Olive Mill Experience a Eurpoean tradition of sampling the freshest selection of small batch and artisan Extra Virgin Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars. 220 Culver St. Saugatuck 269.857.5900 olivemillsaugatuck.com

Alle Rue No. 133 Not Your Daughters Jeans. Spanner. Joeseph Ribkoff. French Soaps. Mary Frances. Lee Anderson. Frank Lyman. Mark Roberts. Katherine Barclay. on Butler St. Saugatuck 269.857.5543 allerue.com

Bright World Candle Co. Art Glass, Candles, and Home Accents. A must see, little Bomber, yes, he is real but not for sale! 233 Culver St. 269.857.1184 brightworldcandle.com

Santa Fe Trading Co. Scully Leather Fringe Jackets...shop the southwest lifestyle. 325 Butler St. Saugatuck 269.857.1359 santafetradingco.com

Fresh Produce Handpicked Fresh, fun clothes. Fresh produce clothing, Donna Sharp handbags and Chamilia bead jewelry. 201 Culver St. Saugatuck 269.857.4213 freshproduceclothes.com

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Silverberry Shop a variety of home design elements, gift ideas, outdoor entertaining items and much, much more. 241 Butler St Saugatuck 269.857.1400 silverberryofsaugatuck.com

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Otavalito A Fair Trade store...your purchases support artisans and farmers in Central and South America. Handbags, jewelry, clothing artwork and much more. 421 Water St Saugatuck 269.857.7199 otavalito.com

Del Sol - Color Change All items are UV Activated. T-shirts, hats, hoodies, necklaces, bracelets, nail polish and other accessories. They all change color in the sun! Popular store, check it out! 201 Culver St. Saugatuck 269.857.6154 delsol.com

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Groovy Paws Specializing in high quality, Made in the USA, products for dogs, cats and their human companions. 131 Mason St. Saugatuck 269.857.1227 groovypaws.com

Cindyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Saugatuck Home Decor, Gifts, Accessories, Art Work and More Like us on facebook/shopcindys 132 Mason St. Saugatuck 269.857.5595 shopcindys@gmail.com

International Home Poodles that light up, jewelry made from nuts & shells, clocks that sing & move - always something new to see! 329 & 360 Water St. Saugatuck 269.857.2815 intlhm.com

Landsharks Patagonia, Smartwool, Oakley, Maui Jim, Keen, Chaco, Merrell, Vibram and Ugg. Agave, Splendid, See Thru Soul and more. 306 Butler St. Saugatuck 269.857.8831 saugatucklandsharks.com

Dockside Clothing Women-classic sportswear, Brighton jewelry and leather goods. Men-Tommy Bahama, Cutter Buck, Bobbie Jones, Margaritaville. Open 7days, year round. Harborfront Place Grand Haven 616.846.9116 docksideclothing.com

Amici Complete line of bridal and wedding and reception accessories. Bridal gift and registry. Wedding gifts in one stop. 116 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.846.4446

Uniquely Stranded Unique Shoes! Big city style found in a ShoreWest beach-town. 134 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.296.9370 uniquelystranded.com

Urban Finery Inspiring and chic! A colorful and unique collection of womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing, shoes and housewares. 109 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.844.1710

Aberdeenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Unique items for kids! Super cute clothes! A great place to shop for unique baby gifts. 207 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.850.8820

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Must Love Dogs Boutique & Spa All-natural foods, bakery treats, collars, leashes, beds, and bowls. Doggie clothing, people clothing, jewelry, spa products and dog-related gifts. Self-serve dog wash too. 211 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.935.9588 mustlovedogsonline.com

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Santo Stefano del Lago Pure Michigan giftware. Unique selection of Italian pottery, bar accessories, stemware, housewares and Bridal Registry. Try our #1 rated cannoli, 24 flavors of gelato, espresso bar and panini. 12 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.844.9060 santo-stefano.com

Solia Boutique Sail into Solia this summer for a dress or two. Trendy and affordable boutique. 129 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.844.1743 www.so-lia.com Solia Grand Haven on Facebook

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Grand Haven Jewelry since 1949 Pandora, diamonds, timepieces, giftware and other fine jewelry. Serving with integrity, quality, and the utmost in personal service and attention. 226 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.842.6980 grandhavenjewelry.com

Down to Earth A downtown staple for over 20 years, we provide the foremost of style and women’s fashion and home décor. 105 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.846.7781 downtoearthretail.com

Bayberrie Tree of Grand Haven New Vera Bradley prints in many different styles! Also Crabtree & Evelyn lotions, Swan Creek candles, Holly Yashi jewelry and unique home décor items. 111 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.847.8605 bayberrietree.com

Michigan Rag Co. Handprinted in Grand Haven. Huge selection of original Lake Michigan Unsalted clothing for men and women. 121 Washington Ave Grand Haven 616.846.1451 michiganrag.com

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“Beach Sensations” Sand Sculpture Contest

Come Share Our Sandbox on June 23 It is that time of year to be at the beach with the sand between your toes, the waves crashing on the shore, SPF 30 at the ready, and an elephant sharing your sunshine – wait that only happens at the Sand Sculpture Contest! Every year residents and visitors to the area have enjoyed building art from the sand at the Sand Sculpture Contest.This year will mark the 31st Annual Sand Sculpture Contest held on Saturday, June 23 at the Grand Haven City Beach from 9am12pm.This event is for the “average joe”, novice or just want-to-have-fun sculptor, you don’t need to be a professional by any means. It is a great event for the whole family and a great memory generator too. The contest is proudly presented by the Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven Spring Lake Ferrysburg. Sand Sculpture Coordinator Courtney Geurink of the Chamber of Commerce, encourages families, friends, individuals and co-workers to show off their sand-sculpting skills competing for the top prize in six different categorical breakdowns.“Sand Sculpture Contest is a great event – there’s sand, sun, water, family, friends, and competition for those who enjoy it. Even if you aren’t the competitive type, it still is fun to create something from the sand with your friends or just watch elephants, cars, flying pigs, and other items appear along the shoreline,” Geurink stated. “Families and friends have made Sand Sculp-

Won first place in the Castle Category of the 2011 Sand Sculpture Contest.

ture Contest a tradition, coming back year after year. The memories that have been made at this event are endless.We want to keep encouraging people to ‘Come Share Our Sandbox’!” Kit Silvis, who created the slogan “Come Share Our Sandbox” commented on her experience last year at the Sand Sculpture Contest,“I loved being part of last year’s sand sculpture contest.Winning the jingle contest was fun. It was exciting to see something I thought of on tee shirts and posters. The best part was the fun it brought to my family. The day of the contest was sunny, beautiful Michigan beach weather! I enjoyed judging the sculptures & loved watching people of all ages bringing so much creativity to working with sand & water. The ideas they had were amazing!” Applications can be online at www.facebook. com/sandsculpturecontest, or by contacting Courtney at 616.842.4910 or emailing cgeurink@ grandhavenchamber.org.They are due by June 13th to guarantee event t-shirts; however day-of registration is also an option. Registration begins at 9am at the information tent at City Beach the morning of June 23rd, registration fees range from $10 to $25. Participates are given a two hour time block from 10am-12pm to sculpt the sand without any artificial supports. Judges will consider theme, originality and difficulty and award first through third place medals in each of the six categories shortly after the scores have been tallied. Spectators will have the opportunity to cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award. SW

Peace Frogs Carrying a large variety of Peace Frogs, Grand Haven items, and Tie Dye & Batik clothing. open daily 10a-10p 301 N. Harbor Dr. Grand Haven 616.844.2160 peacefrogs.com

Popcorn Paradise Michigan grown popcorn! Over 30 different flavors. Come take a taste. open daily. 10a till after musical fountain 301 N. Harbor Dr. Grand Haven 616.842.2676

Surf Shop Great selection of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beachwear. Stylish clothing, hats, sunglasses, t-shirts and more. Open seven days. 301 N. Harbor Dr. Grand Haven 616.296.9370 beachbizinc.com

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Sun Sports Rentals Your connection to summer fun! We have jet skis, kayaks, mopeds, bikes, boats, pontoons and beach supplies. 301 N. Harbor Dr. Grand Haven 616.296.0209 ghsunsportsrentals.com

University Shop Variety of favorite sports t-shirts, sweaters and hoodies. Hot colors and new designs. Printed in West Michigan! 301 N. Harbor Dr. Grand Haven 616.846.4446

Celtic Seasons Large selection of Irish and Celtic gifts, jewelry and Guinness merchandise too.! A fun shop on the pier. Plan on feelin a wee-bit better than when you came in! 301 N. harbor Dr. Grand Haven 269.352.0376

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10TH ANNUAL BALLE CONFERENCE “Real Prosperity Starts Here” by Michele Lonergan ...how truly lucky we all are to live in a place where citizens and businesses care about community. In mid May, over 600 innovators from all corners of the US and abroad coverged on Grand Rapids for the 10th Annual BALLE(Business Alliance for Local Living

Michele Lonergan, LIBA Director, with Haworth’s award wining “Live Roof” in the background.

Economies)Conference. The theme for the conference was “Real Prosperity Starts Here” emphasizing BALLE’s belief that local ownership, cooperation, and place matters. For a decade, BALLE has worked to support Local First network leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors in the valuable work of reconnecting

farmers with eaters, community capital with local businesses, manufacturers with regional supply chains, and independent businesses with the communities they serve. The conference is an opportunity for these sectors to gather and share those best practices, ideas and creative actions that serve to promote healthy local living economies. Pre-conference activities included specialized bus tours. One tour highlighted the highly successful Closed Loop Recycling Program that the city of Grand Rapids and Local First West Michigan spearheaded in the past year. Another tour focused on Sustainable Manufacturing along the Lakeshore. Michele Lonergan, Director of Lakeshore Independent Business Alliance, Kari Bliss, account executive

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at Padnos, and Guy Bazzani, owner of Bazzani Assoc. in Grand Rapids, were the planners/ leaders for the tour that made visits to Herman Miller, Haworth, and Padnos Iron and Metal Recycling. Approximately 35 attendees toured the facilities at each corporation, gaining an inside perspective of the innovative programs each company has in place to achieve the highest level of sustainability in the industry.

SW MICHIGAN At Herman Miller, tour-goers learned about the company’s mission, “Perfect Vision,” a broad initiative that sets significant sustainability targets for the year 2020, including: Zero landfill, zero hazardous waste generation, zero air emissions (VOC), zero process water use, 100 percent green electrical energy use, company buildings constructed to a minimum LEED Silver certification, and 100 percent of sales from DfE approved products. Herman Miller’s Repurpose Program impressed those in attendance. According to the business, their repurpose program helps give new life to things an organization no longer needs. Furniture—or whatever assets needed to be disposed of—goes to deserving nonprofits in our backyard and around the world. Most important, the earth benefits from what it doesn’t get—waste that would otherwise clog its landfills. When the bus pulled in to the Haworth parking lot, everyone could be heard commenting on the beauty of the modern building. Haworth has committed to a business model that emphasizes people as much as environmental performance – otherwise known as the triple bottom line. Attendees learned about Haworth’s sustainability objectives including: Sustainable Product and Workspace Design, Energy Management, Green Transportation, Zero Waste and Emissions, Green Building and Sustainable Site Mgmt., Social Responsibility and Stakeholder Engagement. A highlight for all was the awardwinning “Live Roof” grass rooftop that has long-term environmental benefits for the facility. The third stop was Padnos Recycling, where Doug Padnos hopped aboard the bus for a personalized tour of the recycling facility. No one was more keen then I to get a peek behind the scenes of this Holland landmark. My daily drive-by affords me an appreciation of the wonderful metal sculptures placed about the facility, but our bus tour shed light on the century old company that excels as a leader in the recycling industry through their quality and environmental systems. As we got an in-depth look at the scrapyard, we learned about the wide variety of materials that were recycled here, everything from metals, plastics, paper, and electronics. Doug Padnos outlined his organization’s commitment to environment: the company provides its customers with innovative recycling solutions, complies with all applicable local, state, and federal

environmental regulations, works to reduce waste and prevent pollution in all operations, and continually improves their operations and activities in order to protect the environment. This third-generation company is a leader in recycling and tour-goers agreed that they were impressed with the values Padnos built their company upon. After packing in an impressive afternoon with three of the most innovative and sustainable companies in West Michigan, it was time for refreshments! Everyone looked forward to our last visit, a stop at New Holland Brewing Company, an example of the creative and artistic sensibilities that can be found in the best independent businesses. NHBC welcomed the group to their beautiful second floor, where samples of their best craft brews and delicious appetizers were provided. President, Brett VanderKamp talked to the gathering about the history of NHBC and answered questions from those interested in the brew pub’s sustainability practices. The afternoon wrapped up much too quickly, as many scrambled to purchase some of their favorite craft brews to bring back to their hotel. During the drive back to Grand Rapids, I was able to give a brief history of Holland and talk about LIBA’s campaign, Lakeshore Local First. The attendees were thrilled to receive goodie bags sponsored by Holland Visitors and Convention Bureau, AD Bos, New Holland Brew Company, and Lakeshore Local First. The bags were filled with small gifts from local businesses and LIBA members. There were many positive comments on the beauty of our area and many agreed that they would return to check out the local and independent businesses that make our lakeshore such a unique and beautiful place to visit. It was an eye-opening trip for myself. The positive environmental initiatives exhibited by three of our largest corporations makes me proud to showcase our area as a leader in innovative sustainable business practice. Seeing our vibrant city through the eyes of people from all parts of the world made me realize, how truly lucky we all are to live in a place where citizens and businesses care about community. To learn more about BALLE initiatives visit www.locallivingeconomies.org. And check out www.lakeshoreiba.org, a local chapter or BALLE and AMIBA networks. SW

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SW SHORELINE RESPECT THE POWER OF THE LAKE When in doubt...don’t go out!!

by SW Staff Seiches:The Great Lakes are among the few regions in the world where these potentially deadly events occur. What is a rip current and how does it form? What? A rip current is a strong, surface current, flowing outward from a shore. It usually forms at low spots or breaks in sandbars, and near structures such as piers. It can be as narrow as 10 or 20 feet wide, although are often much wider. Rip currents that vary in size and speed can be found on many beaches every day. How? Rip currents develop when there is an uneven distribution of water onshore.The uneven distribution could be caused by varying wave heights, varying wave periods (how often the waves come onshore), varying wave directions, or shoreline structures.As winds blow over the lake and generate waves, the waves move toward the beach and crash on the shore. Uneven distributions of water will cause areas of high pressure and areas of low pressure in the water. Rip currents form when waves break over a sandbar near the shoreline, piling up water between breaking waves and the beach. One of the ways that this water returns to the lake is to form a rip current, a narrow but powerful stream of water and sand moving (ripping) swiftly away from shore. The Bathtub Example: Fluids flow towards low pressure (in the atmosphere and water).As an example, think of what happens in the bathtub when you open up the drain.The water will flow into the drain (area of low pressure).The same thing happens on the beach, except the water converges and heads OUT towards the lake (it cannot go down). So, a rip current is a relatively small scale current of water flowing AWAY from the beach. Where are the majority of rip current incidents and why? Where? Of all the Great Lakes, Lake Michigan has the highest number of rip current related fatalities and rescues of all the Great Lakes.The majority of rip current incidents occur along the eastern and southern shoreline of Lake Michigan (our ShoreWest beaches!). Looking at data from the past,

it is determined that rip currents on the Great Lakes primarily occur near piers or breakwall-like structures, at beaches with shore-parallel sandbars, and near river mouths (or outflow from power plants, etc). It is clear that most of the incidents in 2011 occurred near a structure (like a breakwall); however, most of the drowning deaths (versus rescues) occurred at beaches with sandbars parallel to shore. Why? The primary explanation is that the prevailing wind direction is westerly, or onshore, across the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, making it more prone to rip current development. In addition to favorable rip current locations and conditions, western lower Michigan sees a large number of tourists each summer, which accounts for the high number of incidents. The main type of rip current on Lake Michigan is the structural rip current, where the longshore current interacts with a pier or breakwall extending out into the lake.The typical weather pattern for the development of these rip currents is any that involves onshore flow or flow parallel to the shore, which enhances the longshore current. This typically manifests itself as an approaching or exiting cold front, where onshore winds are either southwesterly (ahead of the front) or northwesterly (behind the front). Also, seiches can cause uneven distributions of water in the nearshore environment, leading to rip current development.A seiche (pronounced “saysh”) is a sudden fluctuation of water levels on a lake or inland sea.The Great Lakes are among the few regions in the world where these potentially deadly events occur.When a strong and rapid change in atmospheric pressure takes place on one side of a lake, usually associated with a line of thunderstorms, it can cause the water level to drop. As a result, the water level rises at the other end of the lake, in a motion that sometimes resembles a tidal wave.This sudden rise in water levels is potentially dangerous to swimmers, boaters, or anyone near the water. Eight people drowned in Chicago’s most tragic seiche, on June 26, 1954; an 8-10 foot wave swept seven people off the rocks at Montrose Harbor and one from North Avenue Bridge. Since then, including last summer, there have been numerous seiche scares and reports of smaller seiches, but none that caused similar damage or deaths. It is no surprise that Lake Michigan has the majority of the incidents. In 2011 there were 60 reported rescues and 10 drowning deaths due to rip currents. (The other Great Lakes numbers last year were 4 rescues for Erie, 3 rescues for Superior, 0 rescues for Huron and 1 rescue for Ontario.

SW SHORELINE There were 5 drownings total in all the other lakes combined.) The typical victims of 2011 were males under 25 years of age. Most of the incidents took place under moderate to high wave events (higher than 3 feet).The average age of the victims was 22 years old. Rip currents do develop on the western side of Lake Michigan, however they are much less frequent. Beware! Swimming near breakwall-like structures at anytime is a hazard, as structural rip currents can form with waves as low as 1 to 2 feet. Additionally, swimming in higher surf (waves) with onshore winds can develop rip currents amongst the sandbars at various beaches along the Great Lakes Coast. Signs of a rip current include a break in the incoming wave pattern; a channel of churning, choppy water; a line of foam or debris moving outward; and a difference in water color, according to the Michigan Sea Grant. Currents become dangerous when swimmers try to fight against the current or they panic. Drowning occurs when people pulled away from shore toward the open water are unable to keep themselves afloat and cannot swim safely back to shore. This may be due to any combination of fear, panic, exhaustion or lack of swimming skills. Rip currents are particularly dangerous for weak or non-swimmers. Remember: If in doubt...donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go out!! Understand and respect the power of the lake! How to escape a Rip Current: l Figure out which way the current is flowing. l Flip over onto your back. l Float to keep your head above water and conserve energy. l Follow the current until it weakens. Rip Currents dissipate quickly as they move away from the shore into deeper water. Ride it out and swim perpendicular to the current. (Also see sign displayed at Holland State Park on previous page.) Helping someone else: Many people have died while trying to rescue others caught in currents. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become a victim yourself. l If a lifeguard is not present, shout directions on how to escape the current. l Throw something that floats, like a life jacket, boogie board or cooler to the person in danger. l Call 911 l When rescuing others, bring something that floats with you.

Most Notable Case from 2011: Holland Michigan on August 3 with 28 rescues due to rip currents. On this day, over 30 rescues were made by the Coast Guard. 28 of those incidents were rescues from rip currents, the other two were related to personal watercraft. The night before, a cold front had swept across Lake Michigan, and high pressure was moving in from the west.As a result, winds were 15 to 25 miles per hour out of the northwest. Knowing this to be a typical set up for rip current development, the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, MI had a high risk of rip currents posted on their web page.With mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the upper seventies and low eighties, people wasted no time heading out to the inviting beaches of Lake Michigan.At Holland State Park, the red flags were already flying. No doubt, park officials recalled a similar day in 2009, where in a five hour period; 23 people had to be rescued near the north pier. Conditions on that day were almost the same as August 3, with winds 15 to 25 miles per hour out of the northwest and waves in the 2 to 5 feet range. Sources: www.crh.noaa.gov/mgt, NWS Marquette NOAA, www. miseagrant.umich.edu

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FRESH HOMEMADE MICHIGAN STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM no ice cream machine needed

A two-day process but not too difficult to make. The vanilla bean is an interesting ingrediant but can be left out; they are expensive. I purchased mine at Natures Market. They sell them by the bean for about $4.00 each. If you don’t stir enough, the cream may finish a bit icy...but still good, cold and very strawberry tasting! You can use your egg whites to make a pound cake recipe (half of one at least). Ingredients: 1 quart Michigan Strawberries, sliced 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cups heavy cream

1 cup whole milk pinch of salt 1 whole vanilla bean, sliced open 6 egg yolks ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

Strawberries: In food processor, pulse the strawberries, ¼ cup sugar and the lemon juice until you have processed berries with a few larger pieces remaining. Refrigerate berries for 1 hour.

constantly until the mixture thickens (170 degrees) and coats the spoon. Pour custard thru the strainer on large bowl and stir. Add the vanilla extract, stir. Add the berries, stir.

Ice Cream Base: Warm 1 cup cream, milk, ¾ cup sugar and salt in a medium saucepan on mediumlow heat. When the mixture is warm and the sugar is dissolved, remove from heat. Add the vanilla bean and let steep for 30 minutes.

Chilling and Freezing the Custard: Set bowl in ice bath and cool to room temperature. When cooled, pour into container(s) with lid(s). Let this sit in refrigerator overnight (at least 8 hours). After refrigeration, remove the vanilla bean. (You can scrape seeds from the bean and add to cream.) Now freeze. You will need to stir every hour to break up ice crystals. Stir every 30 minutes once it starts to freeze. Just keep stirring. This may take 6-8 hours. You can add extra berry slices when the cream is almost frozen.

Pour the remaining cup of cream in a large bowl with a mesh strainer ready to use and set bowl aside. (You will pour hot custard thru strainer into this bowl later.) In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Slowly add the warm mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly, then pour it all back into the saucepan. Over medium heat cook the custard, stirring

Chocolate anyone? I like to drizzle a nice dark chocolate on the cream when the cream is almost frozen. It will break up into shards when you continue to stir.

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FENNVILLE STATION Dining Coach and Lounge

New in 2011. Uniquely housed in the old grain exchange building with the two silo towers and featuring a 1938 railroad car as it’s main dining room. Open for dinner daily at 4.30 pm, lunch is served Saturday & Sunday at noon. Downtown Fennville, one block off Main St. at 115 E. Fennville St., 269-561-4030. Fennvillestation.com

SALMON AL CARTOCCIO cooked in parchment with herbs

8oz portion of Salmon 2 heaping Tablespoons of mirepoix (carrots, onions, celery), diced pepper and salt to taste 1 oz. butter 1 sprig of rosemary Package all in parchment paper and bake in 375 degree oven for 14 minutes (until inside temperature is 155 degrees). Executive Chef & Station Manager J.R.(HANS)Riem received his formal training in Europe and worked throughout the world for the past 30 odd years as a corporate chef until his “Retirement” in 2010 in order to take up the helm at Fennville Station. Accredited by the American Culinary Federation as a Certified Executive Chef, he is proud to call West Michigan his home. Sous Chef Apolonio (PAULIE) Cavazos started as a dishwasher and came up through the ranks working in several local West Michigan restaurants. After starting at Fennville Station he soon was promoted to Sous Chef and is a crucial part of Chef Han’s kitchen brigade. “My true right arm and hand,” as quoted by Chef Hans.

Ambrose Opening By day, the unique space houses a variety of creative professionals, including graphic designers and photographers. In the evening, the space is used for creative workshops, including an after school exploratory program for high school students every Thursday! Located at 224 S. River, their business hours are Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm, with events scheduled on a special basis. 616-5940773 or visit their website at joyandrevolution.com/.

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So, what’s up? Downtown Holland News

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New Office for Pathfinders Travel Pathfinders Travel has been an Eighth Street staple for as long as most of us can remember! But they’ve recently decided it was time for a change and have relocated to another Downtown Holland location. Pathfinders moved their 6-person office to a newly renovated space at 25 West 9th Street to better serve their clients.

MUSEUMS Holland: Museum “Wish You Were Here: Selections From The Mike Van Ark Postcard Collection” Exhibit Thru August 5, www.hollandmuseum.org, 616.796.3329.

Convention and Visitors Bureau Relocating The distance may be small, but when the Holland Area Convention &Visitors Bureau moves to a new space right next door this June, the impact will be great when it comes to welcoming visitors! The larger space, with its historic brick walls and wooden floors, is certain to make all of Holland’s guests feel welcome from the minute they step inside. 78 East Eighth Street, 616.394.0000, www.holland.org.

Holland: Museum “Before The Festival: The Improbable Journey of Holland’s Favorite Flower” Exhibit Thru September 2, www.hollandmuseum.org, 616.796.3329. Saugatuck/Douglas Historical Museums: School House and Pump House, See Article. Grand Haven:Tri-Cities Historical Museum:

Summer Hours Sunday: Brunch 9 - 2; Dinner 4 - 9 Monday – Thursday: Lunch 11 - 2; Dinner 4 - 10:30 Friday: Lunch 11 - 2; Dinner 4 - 11 Saturday: Breakfast 8 - 11; Dinner 4 - 11

61 East 7th Street in Downtown Holland 616 / 796 / 2100 www.cityflatshotel.com

“Life on the Grand” Exhibit. 200 Washington, downtown Grand Haven, www.tri-citiemuseum.org, 616.842.0700.

MUSIC June 12-August 14 Holland: American Legion Band Concerts Every Tuesday the band plays at Kollen Park; bring a lawn chair or a blanket. 7:30pm Holland: 2012 Friday Night Concerts Series in Kollen Park: June 15: Don Middlebrook & Living Soul with eight CDs and over 150 dates played each year. June 22: Soul’d Out Band plays a custom blend of Rhythm and Blues, Classic Rock, Soul, Blues and Funk. June 29:The Ragtops plays the great music of the 50’s and 60’s just the way you remember it! July 6: Funktion It could be the silky smooth R&B, the cool island dub rhythms or rowdy hip-hop flavor that seizes your attention. July 13: POST530 High energy classic rock and blues featuring former Ted Nugent guitarist,Verne Wagoner. July 20: Delilah DeWylde & The Lost Boys Dressed to the nines in the tradition of pre-color television, the band thrilled audiences across the Midwest with its spirited performances. July 27:The Crane Wives The Crane Wives are an indie-folk outfit from Grand Rapids that defies musical stereotypes. August

3: Madcat, Kane & Maxwell Street Madcat/ Kane have been together almost 20 years.They then recruited a couple of like-minded musicians and became an acoustic quartet. All shows 6:30 – 8:30pm, free, Kollen Park. July 10, 17, 24, 31 Zeeland: Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Lawrence Street Park, btwn. State and Pine, one block off Central, 6-8pm every Tuesday in July. (The Bridge Youth Ministry will be grilling and selling concessions each week). Saugatuck: Music in the Park thru August 29 every Wednesday rain or shine, 7-9 pm, Wicks Park.

THEATRE Holland: Hope Summer Repertory Theatre. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee held at the DeWitt Theatre on July 13, 14, 17, 19, 23, 25, August 1, 4, 8, 11, all shows at 8pm. Chaps! at Knickerbocker Theatre on June 15, 16, 21, 27, 28, 30, July 6, 31, August 2, 6, 10, all show at 8pm. Pride and Prejudice at DeWitt Theatre on June 22, 23, 29, July 7, 11, 12, 18, 24, 28, all shows at 8pm. An

Inspector Calls at DeWitt Theatre on July 20, 21, 27, 30,August 3, 7, 9, all shows at 8pm. Songs for A New World at Holland Area Arts Council on July 26, 27, 30,August 3, 7, 9, all shows at 8pm. Diary of a Worm, Spider, and a Fly at DeWitt Studio Theatre at 10:30am on June 18, 20, 25, 27, 29, July 30,August 3 and 8, then at 1:30pm on August 1, 6, and 10. Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells Batman Smells at DeWitt Studio Theatre 10:30am on July 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25,August 1, 6, and 10, then at 1:30pm on July 30,August 3 and 8. July 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 Holland: Civic Theater persents “Monster in the Closet” Emily has a big problem. Not only is she sent to bed just as she reaches the highest level of her new video game…but there’s a monster in her closet!! Emily’s monster problem brings humor, a bit of ingenuity and a little magic to this charming and delightful family show. Shows July 12, 13 at 7pm, July 14 at 2pm and 7pm, July 19, 20 at 7pm, July 21 at 2pm. 50 W. 9th St. , $8., 616.396.2021. SEE AD.

FARMERS MARKETS Holland: Farmer’s Market Every Wednesday and Saturday offers freshly picked fruit, vegetables, flowers, and plants,wide variety of baked goods,

all natural honey, herbs and spices, and farm fresh cheeses, eggs, meats, unique garden art, furniture, dried flowers and more! A food court, featuring breakfast and lunch options too. NO pets allowed at the Market.Thru December, 8am. Holland: Park Township Farmer’s Market Every Friday. Plants! Pies! Flowers! Veggies! Food Vendors! parktownshipfarmersmarket, for updates on what they have at the market.Thru August 31, 9am2pm, Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd., www.parktownship.org, 616.738.4233. Grand Haven: Farmer’s Market Every Wednesday and Saturday. Open-air market bursting with fresh seasonal produce, cut flowers, plants, breads, baked goods and more! Under the green canopy at Chinook Pier-Harbor.Thru October, 8am-2pm. Saugatuck-Douglas: GreenMarket Find locally grown produce, baked goods, in-season food & flowers. 8am-2pm, Fridays thru October and additional day on Mondays, , 3-7pm in July and August.

OTHER June 10 – August 30 Holland: Street Performers Downtown Holland every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm

this summer! During the Series, artists from all backgrounds perform free for the public, filling the streets of Downtown with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, puppeteers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much, much more. Event is free but tipping the performers is highly encouraged! June 15, 29, July 13, 27 Saugatuck: Oxbow Friday Night Open Studio An exhibit of their work including painting, drawing, ceramics, metals, papermaking, printmaking, and glass. Artistic demonstration at 9pm. Attendees are also encouraged to visit the Ox-Box Gallery (located in the Inn) to view the current show by the Ox-Bow staff and fellows. A live auction begins at 8pm. 269.857.5811 or visit ox-bow.org June 28, July 12, 26 Douglas: Social and History Trolley Tours The “in” place to be, in Douglas at Beery Field. A great summer evening with family and friends for live music, food and drink. Playground for children. Free admission & narrated Trolley Tours, 5:30-9pm. The Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society historians conduct the 40-minute tours of Douglas from 5:30–8pm. In collaboration with City of Douglas “Community Summer Socials” at Beery Field Park.

SW EVENTS Holland: Summer Series Sailboat Races thru September 19 View the sailboat races from Holland State Park on Wednesdays. Usually they race on Lake Michigan. If big lake is too rough, they sail in Lake Macatawa. Every Wednesday except June 27 and July 4. www.bayshoreyachtclub.org/racing.htm. Saugatuck: Guided Talk at Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area Saturdays through August 29, rain or shine, meeting at the north end of Oval Beach parking lot. An introduction to the natural and cultural history of this magnificent duneland, recently purchased by the City of Saugatuck.The talk is free, but Oval Beach parking costs $6 between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Holland: Urban Herd Run Join in for a weekly run every Tuesday evening, beginning at Gazelle Sports. Explore Downtown Holland, make new friends. 5:45pm-6:30pm, gazellesports.com, 616.392.2282. Grand Haven: Musical Fountain Nightly performances Performances are held on Friday and Saturday evenings only from Labor Day thru September. Starting times vary from

SW EVENTS 8:30pm-10:10pm and have been determined by selecting the very best time for viewing based upon darkness behind Dewey Hill.

town Holland for the 2012 Holland Car Show and Cruise Night. Show runs 5pm - 8:30pm followed by a cruise down 8th Street at 8:45pm. 616.399.1023, www.vintagecarclubholland.org

Zeeland: Summer at Critter Barn Educational Farm thru Labor Day. 22nd Season! Open to Public 10am-7pm Monday-Saturday. Suggested donation $5/person age 3up. Open Rain or Shine. Classes and Special Events online: www.critterbarn.org, 9275 Adams St. Zeeland (east 16th St). 616.748.1110. SEE AD.

June 8 Holland: Indie Meets Folk Music at Lemonjelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antrim Dells is the new band of popular Michigan artist Jacob Bullard. Roo Panes, another band performing, is from the UK and is a super exciting artist for Lemonjelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The night will also include music from Just Married. 7pm, www.lemonjellos.com, 616.928.0699.

Saugatuck: Felt Mansion Tours thru September 3 Sunday-Tuesday tour the Felt Mansion Estate and Gardens for a moment back in time, a journey to an era of tasteful refinement. Children 12 and under free during regular tours. 616.335.3050, feltmansion.org

June 9 Holland: Market Chef Series:Yes You Can! Learn how to use different canning methods and preserve fresh produce right out of your own home with Amy DeKruyter. Free, 10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138

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June 9 Douglas: Art & All that Jazz Downtown Douglas Stroll the galleries and shops, enjoy live music and dine in our great restaurants. Dancing in the streets encouraged. 6-8pm.

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June 9 Grand Haven: Feast of the Strawberry Moon This 18th Century living history event

recreates life as it was here from 1760-1820. 9am-5pm, Harbor Island, tri-citiesmuseum.org. June 12 Zeeland: Opening Day for Summer at Critter Barn Educational Farm: 22nd Season. Open to Public rain or shine. 10am to 7pm Monday - Saturday. Suggested donation $5/person age 3up thru Labor Day. Classes and Special Events www.critterbarn.org, 9275 Adams Street, Zeeland (east 16th St). call 616.748.1110, SEE AD. June 12-16 Spring Lake: Heritage Festival Daily events through out the Village www.slheritagefestival.com. June 13 Holland: Farmers Market Kids Activities: Honey, I’m Home & Market Story Time See up close what happens inside a beehive with Hasselman’s Honey Bees. Enjoy story time at 9:30. Preschool to fifth grade.Free, 10am - Noon (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 13, 14 Grand Haven:The Rise Above Traveling Exhibit – Red Tail Squadron to showcase the Tuskegee Airmen of WWII,America’s first black military pilots and crew.They flew more than 1500

missions. Marina Parking Lot. 616.847.4889. June 14 Holland: Raiders of the Lost Ark - Free Family Film at the Knickerbocker Theatre downtown Holland. Rated PG, 115 minutes, 8pm. July 14 Holland Farmers Market Chef Series: Summer Pasta Salt and Pepper Grill and Pub chef Micky Johnson will give a fresh, seasonal view on summer pasta using a variety of sauces, vegetables, and herbs. Free,10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 14-17 Saugatuck: 14th-Annual Waterfront Film Festival named as a top ten film festival in the U.S., featuring movie premieres, workshops, parties and a chance to mingle with Hollywood’s mover and shakers. 269. 857.835, waterfrontfilm.org. June 15 Holland: 1920s Swing Dancing Holland Museum with Holland Original Swing Society. Beginners to experienced dancers are welcome! 1920s dress encouraged, but not required. 6pm., $2., 616.796.3329, www.hollandmuseum.org,

June 16 Holland: Farmers Market Chef Series: “Fustini-fy” Your Fresh Favorites” Denise Walburg, of Fustini’s Oils and Vinegars, shows easy applications of extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamics on fresh market produce. Free, 10am www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 16 Holland: Juneteenth Celebration Kollen Park, Information Booth, Games, FoodVendors, 1- 7pm. June 16 Saugatuck: Arts & Craft Show, 10am-6pm. June 16 Holland: New Holland Brewing Hatter Days Street Party 2012 College Avenue between 8th and 9th Streets! Enjoy a Pure Michigan cookout from 12pm-4pm and live music from 12pm-11pm. The Daredevil Circus will provide exciting entertainment throughout the day! Also a Beer, Spirits, and Cheese Smackdown, featuring Beer Captain Joel Armato vs. Spirits Captain Rich Blair and cocktail demonstrations. Noon-1am, www.newhollandbrew.com, 616.355.6422. SEE AD.

June 17 Holland: Zurko Promotions Antique & Flea Market at Ottawa County Fairgrounds. 8am-3pm. June 17 Grand Haven:Aviation Club Annual Dawn Patrol and Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. The club has sponsored the Tuskegee Airmen traveling 53 foot 40 foot wide 180 degree I-MAX mobile theater along with a real P-51c from World War II.A raffle off 1000 tickets at $20.00 each for a chance to ride in this historic aircraft if all 1000 tickets are sold a second ride will be given away. Other War Birds on the field as well. All events free except of the Pancake breakfast $6.00 dollars for Scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee or juice extra pancakes are free.There will be airplane rides if you don’t win a ride in the P-51, they are always $25.00 per person any day of the week. 616.846.2704, Grand Haven Memorial Airpark, 7am. June 20 Holland: FamFest 2012 Hot air balloon, balloon artist, face painting, pony rides, jugglers, games and food. Enterance A at Central Wesleyan Church off 40th St., 6:30-8:30pm, 616.395.3103, kidcentralonline.org, SEE AD. June 20 Holland: Kids Concert at Noon at Kollen

Park Carol Johnson - For more than twenty years, this uniquely gifted singer-songwriter has delighted, uplifted and sensitized audiences of all ages. Noon June 20 Holland: Farmers Market Kids Activities: Michigan Wildlife & Market Story Time The DeGraaf Nature Center will show off some unique animals and teach the children wildlife. Enjoy story time at 9:30am. Preschool to fifth grade. Free,10am-Noon (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 22 Holland: Kids Concerts at Noon in Kollen Park: Gemini The twin brothers, Sandor and Laszlo Slomovits, celebrate with their audiences the fun, warmth, and humor of family life. Noon June 23 Holland Farmers Market Chef Series:The Honey Do List Tom Hoover and Janine Oberstadt of Hope College Dining Services will give a brief overview of urban beekeeping and honey production while smothering a salad, main dish and dessert using honey. Free,10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138.

SW EVENTS June 23 Grand Haven: Art Festival, Downtown. June 23 Grand Haven: Annual Sand Sculpture Contest see aricle. June 24 Holland: Cappon House FREE Ice Cream Social rain or shine! We will have fun games and activities planned so stop on by! Noon, www. hollandmuseum.org, 228 W. 9th, 616.392.9084. June 24 Allegan: Antique Market 8am-4 pm, last Sunday of the month. Allegan County Fairgrounds. 200 exhibitors inside, 200 outside, rain or shine. $4, 616,735-3333, alleganantiques.com. June 27 Holland Farmers Market Kids Activities: Come Decorate and Sprout Right Up & Market Story Time Holland Christian School teachers help kids decorate a flowerpot and plant their own seeds. Enjoy story time at 9:30am. Preschool to fifth grade. Free 10am-Noon. (Chil-

tion kicks off at noon with Children’s Inflatables, Kid’s Games, Food Vendors, and a free Ice Cream Social! Martial arts demonstration, an animal display from the Outdoor Discovery Center and live music on the Main Stage in the evening beginning at 6pm. Fireworks beginning at dusk with live music. Kollen Park. July 4 Saugatuck: 4th of July Celebration with parade at 2pm and music in Cook Park at 7pm and of course the fireworks at dusk! July 6 Holland: Kids Concerts at Noon at Kollen Park:Thaddeus Rex & Rock Rockasaurus Rex travels the country with his best friend, Thaddeus. Together, they put on high energy concerts, known for hooking parents and wowing kids. Noon. July 7 Holland Farmers Market Chef Series: Celebrating Fresh Market Salads Chef Donna Sawyer and Kathy Aardema of Celebrating Life & Food will prepare grilled romaine with Parmesan crisps and fig, and a sweet potato salad. Stay after for a dessert surprise! Free,10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. dren must be accompanied by an adult.) www. hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 30 Holland: Farmers Market Chef Series: Finger Lickin’ Good Chef Patrick McMahan of 84 East Food & Spirits demonstrates how to make salad dressing from scratch and toss it with roasted fingerling potatoes. Free,10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. June 30 Saugatuck: Waterfront Invitational Fine Arts Fair in downtown Saugatuck at corner of Butler and Culver Streets. 80 fine art vendors. Saugatuck/Douglas Art Club organizes the fair to raise money for student scholarships. Free, 10am-5pm. June 30 Douglas: Dutchers Vintage Baseball at Beery Field, Douglas. Free. 2pm.

JULY July 4 Holland: 2012 Fourth of July ‘Celebration Freedom’ & Fireworks This year’s celebra-

July 10 Holland: Lemonjello’s Open Mic Night! Come and share your poetry, music, story, comedy, juggling act, etc! 8pm, www.lemonjellos.com, 616.928.0699. July 11 Holland: Farmers Market Kids Activities: Fun with Fitness, Fruits, and Vegetables & Market Story Time Ottawa County Health Department will put on a variety of physical activities and games while having the kids learn about the importance of eating your fruits and veggies. Enjoy story time at 9:30am. Preschool to fifth grade Free, 10am-Noon (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. July 12 Holland: Park Party with Maranda! Join local TV personality Maranda for an afternoon of all free food, games, rides and entertainment for families! Large scale inflatable activities, mechanical rides, games, continuous stage entertainment. Featuring two new inflatable activities including a huge obstacle course challenge and a vertical rush slide. Try out a 25 ft. zip line, thanks to special sponsor, Perrigo. 12-2pm, Free, 616.355.1130. www.marandatv.com

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SW EVENTS July 12, 13, 14 Zeeland: Zummerfest with Sidewalk sales on all three days from 9am-5pm. July 13 is the Car Cruise & Chicken BBQ (at VandeLuyster Square downtown) from 4:30-7:30pm. Family fun activities, music and food. July 14 is the Show & Shine Car Show from 9am-2pm with Cool Classics, Street Rods & New Cars on display, with Music, Door Prizes and Awards! July 14 Douglas: Art & All that Jazz Downtown Douglas. 6-8pm. Stroll through the galleries and shops, enjoy live music and dine in our great restaurants. Dancing in the streets encouraged. July 18 Holland: Farmers Market Kids Activities: Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt & Market Story Time A scavenger hunt with the staff of Camp Geneva. Search for various fruits, vegetables and learn what the Market has to offer. Enjoy story time at 9:30am. Preschool to fifth grade. Free, 10am - Noon (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. July 19 Zeeland: Fire-Rescue Pig Out held at the Lawrence Street Park from 11am-7pm. All-day Pig Roast to benefit the Zeeland Fire/Rescue Department. Tickets available in advance or at the door. Activities for kids. July 20, 21 Holland: Great Lakes Stand Up Paddling Classic Free to watch but must pay State Park fee. Organized by: The Outpost, 616.396.5556. July 21 Holland Farmers Market Chef Series: From Market to Grill Bearboy Gourmet owner Drew McLean shows how to make a sizzling three-course meal on the grill, including dessert. Free, 10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket. com, 616.355.1138. July 21 Holland: Hundred Bicycle Tour Rain or Shine. info@macatawacyclingclub.org ALL Registrations Will be Online. Four tour length options: -18 mile route, -36 mile route, -67 mile route [100 kilometers] -100 mile route. Scenic highlights on tour. July 23-28 Holland: Ottawa County Fair Night of de-

struction, harness racing, tractor pulls, Flying Star Rodeo, Motorcross, West Michigan Mud Runs, a mobile zoo, rides, flower show and much more. www.ottawacountyfair.com. SEE AD. July 24 Allegan: Antique Market 8 am-4 pm, last Sunday of the month. Allegan County Fairgrounds. 200 exhibitors inside, 200 outside, rain or shine. $4, 616.735.3333, alleganantiques.com. July 25 Holland Farmers Market Kids Activities: Make and Take a Flower Pencil & Market Story Time Staff from the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department

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of the Herrick Library will help children create a simple, but charming flower pencil. Enjoy story time at 9:30 am. Preschool to fifth grade. Free, 10amNoon (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. July 27-29 Saugatuck:Venetian Festival Kickoff on the 27th with food vendors & entertainment under the big tent. Coughlin Park, Culver St. Saugatuck. 6-10pm. Music, kids fun area with activities, car show, boat parade & fireworks at dusk. 616.886.1162 or visit saugatuckvenetianfestival. com. July 27-August 5 Grand Haven: 88th Annual Coast Guard Festival Every day is filled with activities, events, and attractions for all ages. Many activities are free. The final night of the festival is waterfront Fireworks Extravaganza. Celebrating the men and women of the United States Coast Guard.The United States Coast Guard has a long and prestigious history and will honor them throughout the week. Learn and discover more on the Walk of Coast Guard History. Brochures available in lobby at the Coast Guard Festival headquarters. www.coastguardfest.org. July 28 Holland: Farmers Market Chef Series: Everything Zucchini Christine Ferris Catering’s own Christine Ferris will dedicate her entire demonstration to all the possibilities zucchini has to offer ranging from roulades and pasta to soup. 10am, www.hollandfarmersmarket.com, 616.355.1138. July 28 Saugatuck:Village Square Art and Fine Crafts Fair 10am-5pm in the Village Square Park, Saugatuck. 150 Vendors. Raising money for student scholarships.A wide variety of crafts and handmade items. Stick around for the boat parade and fireworks at night. 269.857.4823 or 269.857.2677 or visit www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org/artfairs. July 28 Dougals: Dutchers Vintage Baseball 2pm at Beery Field. July 28 Saugatuck and south: Lakeshore Harvest Country 5th Annaul Family Farm Fest Visit Lakeshore Harvest Country farms. Play games, pick fresh fruit, learn about animals and experience farm life in this hands-on celebration of country living! Visit lakeshoreharvestcountry.com. July 29 Allegan:Antique Market Allegan County Fairgrounds. 200 exhibitors inside, 200 outside, rain or shine. Open 8am-4pm, last Sunday of the month thru September. $4, 616.735.3333, alleganantiques.com.

August 3 Holland: Kids Concerts at Noon at Kollen Park Rick Kelley’s Totally Interactive family show, originally developed from his many college “Lil’ Sibs” concerts, provides an opportunity for children and adults to get involved together. Noon. August 4 Holland: Art in the Park The 43rd Annual The event draws one of the largest influx of visitors to the city on a single day, second only to Tulip Time. About 300 fine artists and artisans from 8 states will sell their work. Approximately 15,000 art enthusiasts and shoppers will attend the event. www.hollandfriendsofart.com, Centennial Park (River/12th), 9am-5pm. August 10, 11 Holland: Sidewalk Sales Downtown Holland...the biggest sale of the year! Sidewalk Sales will be held on Friday from 9am-9pm and on Saturday from 9am-5pm. Eighth Street will be closed to traffic both days for the sale. August 16 Saugatuck: Sidewalk Sales, 9am-5pm. August 17, 18 Grand Haven: Sidewalk Sales Music and 1 5/14/12 2:07 lots of fun.FamFest-Urban-st-ad.pdf Friday 9am-8pm, Saturday 9am-5pm. www.downtowngrandhaven.com.

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