Grand rising, West Michigan. Fun facts: Lake Michigan has it’s own Bermuda triangle called the Lake Michigan Triangle. Also, throw in the Stonehenge of Lake Michigan, and you have a whole weekend of research ahead 🧐

In today’s Lakeshore Current:

• Kirk Park Free Admission 💵 

• Local Art Fairs 🎨 

• Outdoor Learning 🌲 

Let’s dive in

— Courtland Stansberry

THE DIGEST

Half Of Local Roads In Muskegon County Blocked

Severe thunderstorms in Muskegon County caused significant damage, with downed trees and power lines blocking roads. Emergency Operations Center activated for cleanup and restoration efforts. Two injuries reported from fallen trees. Roads closed for debris and downed wires, with officials urging caution during cleanup. Fire crews assessing damage and working to clear roadways.

Kirk Park Offering Free Admission

Kirk Park in Ottawa County, MI has undergone renovations, including a new playground and restroom facilities. An open house will be held on June 27 from 4-6 p.m., with a scavenger hunt and popsicles. Motor vehicle permit fees will be waived from 3-7 p.m. due to a grant of $237,000 from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund. In total, $727,000 was invested in updating the park. Dogs are allowed off-leash on the south part of the beach from May to September. The park features wooden stairways leading to hiking trails along the sandy dunes.

Black River Brings Learning Outdoors

HOLLAND — When students and teachers return to Black River Public School in the fall, they’ll have a new learning space. BRPS is constructing a new outdoor learning environment in collaboration with the Outdoor Discovery Center Network. The space will feature outdoor classrooms and nature play areas and will be used by students of all ages. This initiative is part of a larger trend in the Holland area of enhancing outdoor education efforts. Other local districts, such as Holland Christian, Holland Public, Saugatuck, and West Ottawa, have also incorporated or are planning to add outdoor learning spaces to their schools.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Michigan Adventures Closed for Second Day

Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon County is closed for a second day due to power outages caused by severe storms. Over 50,000 Consumers Energy customers in the area are still without power as of Wednesday morning. Consumers Energy expects to have power restored to most customers by mid-day Thursday. The amusement park has extended the use of tickets dated for June 25 and June 26 through September 2, 2024. Refund details have not been publicly announced, but some commenters on Facebook have stated they were contacted directly by the park.

Art Fairs In Both Grand Haven & Muskegon

Support your local artists all weekend long!

In Grand Haven almost 90 artists will populate the initial three blocks of Washington Avenue, transforming downtown Grand Haven into a stylish open-air art exhibition. Local and visiting artists alike will display their artisanal creations ideal for any home, office, or cottage.

In Muskegon experience a vibrant blend of fine art, handcrafted goods, live music, delicious food, and exciting entertainment at the Lakeshore Art Festival. Explore over 250 carefully selected fine art and specialty craft vendors, enjoy a dedicated Children's Lane, indulge in artisan food offerings, watch street performers, participate in interactive art activities, and discover countless other delightful attractions!

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN

MUSKEGON

Thursday - Ross Park - Water Ski Show 7pm

Movie Trivia night at Wonderland Distillery 7-9pm

Walker's Patio - Beer Tasting 6pm

Free Thursdays at Muskegon Museum of Art

Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Friday - Hackley Park Parties in the Park 5-9pm

Saturday - Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Lakeshore Art Festival - 9am-5pm

Sunday - Lakeshore Art Festival - 9am-5pm

Monday - Pigeon Hill Trivia Night 7pm

GRAND HAVEN

Thursday- Spring Lake Farmers Market 9am-2pm

Mill Point Park - Music At The Point

Friday - Grand Haven Art Festival 12-5pm

Loutit Library Friday Matinee 2-4pm

Saturday- Family Fun Day - 10am-2pm

Grand Haven Art Festival 10am-5pm

Farmers Market 8am-1pm

First Reformed Church - Craft Show & Pig Roast! 10am-4pm

Sunday - Grand Haven Art Festival 10am-5pm

Waterfront Stadium - Praise By The Pier 6:30pm

HOLLAND

Thursday - Music at Sandy Point Beach House 6pm

Downtown Holland - Street Performer Series 6:30pm

Downtown Zeeland Music On Main - Pretty Rage 6pm

Friday - Holland Celtic Festival 6pm

Kollen Park - Summer Concert Series 6:30pm

West Michigan Regional Airport - Food Truck Fridays 11-2pm

Saturday - Holland Farmers Market 8-2pm

Holland Pride Festival 12-5pm

Yoga In The Park Kollen Park & Heinz Waterfront Walkway 8am

Tanglewood Winery - Food Truck & Live Music 4pm

Monday - Check out live music at RedRock Grille

WEATHER

Thursday

71 🌡️ 59 | 🌦️  | 0% | 💨 NNW 8 mph (7 knots)

Friday

80 🌡️ 68 | 🌦️ | 55% | 💨 SSE 14 mph (12 knots)

Saturday

75 🌡️ 60 | 🌤️ | 46% | 💨 WSW 13 mph (11 knots)

Sunday

69 🌡️ 53 | ⛅️ | 18% | 💨 NNW 14 mph (12 knots)

Monday

76 🌡️ 62 | 🌤️ | 9% | 💨 N 5 mph (5 knots)

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday

The Deck I Sonimanic I 6pm

Dockers I Derek Dile I 5pm

Hackley Public Library I Matthew Ball I 6:30pm

Rake Beer Project I Social Jam Session I 7pm

Mill Point Park I Luke Cunningham I 7pm

Porto Bello I John Voelz I 6pm

Grand Armory I Jack Leaver I 6:30pm

Lucy’s I Curt Hines I 6pm

Kirby House I Mike Talbot I 6pm

Sandy Point Beach House I Wally & Dakota I 6pm

Boatwerks I Jake Ford I 5:30pm

Benjamin's Hope I Dunegrass I 6pm

The Butler I Greg Miller I 5:30pm

Friday

The Deck I The Spazmatics I 6pm

Pigeon Hill I John Voelz I 6:30pm

Dockers I Atomic Annie I 6pm

Unruly Brewing I 65 North Pickers I 7pm

Rake Beer Project I Daniel Staggs & The Critters I 5:30pm

Lotus Room I Honky-Tonk Hoot I 7pm

Grand Finale I Friends Of Friends I 6pm

Lucy’s I Scott Pellogram Trio I 7pm

Eagles 925 I RetroVibe I 8pm

Odd Side Ales I Mark Lavenwood I 8-11pm

Porto Bello I Marlane Lewis I 6pm

Grand Armory I Roger Gonda Duo I 6:30pm

Kirby House I 2 Dudes In Flip Flops I 5pm

Kirby House I John Voelz I 9pm

Temple Lounge I Scott Pellegrom & Nocturnal Lights and The 6's & 7's I 7pm

Itty Bitty Bar I Off The Ledge I 9pm

Hops at 84 East I Sage Castleberry I 8pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Sheer Pandamonium I 8pm

Saturday

The Deck I JGL Band I 2pm

The Deck I The Corzo Effect I 7pm

Dockers I Keegan Jacko I 1pm

Dockers I Off The Ledge I 6pm

Bear Lake Tavern I 2 Dudes In Flip Flops I 5pm

Lake House I Nate Dill I 6pm

The Valkyrie I Billy Ryan I 7pm

Red Rooster Tavern I The Jess & Joe Duo I 8pm

Rake Beer Project I Cordle & Dragone I 7pm

Lucy’s I Kay Dee I 3:30pm

Lucy’s I Jake Oakley I 7pm

Porto Bello I Wally Michaels I 6pm

Eagles 925 I TBD I 8pm

Grand Armory I Liquid Radio I 6:30pm

Kirby House I Porter Kenyan I 4pm

Kirby House I Klay N The Mudd I 9pm

Sandy Point Beach House I Kurt Crandall I 6pm

Hops at 84 East I The Carl Webb Band I 8pm

Tanglewood Winery I The Bars I 5pm

Itty Bitty Bar I Momz Attic I 9pm

Boatwerks I Wally Michaels I 5:30pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Pretty Rage I 8pm

The Butler I Edye & Mike I 5:30pm

Sunday

The Deck I Plain Jane Glory I 12pm

The Deck I Windbreakers I 5pm

Dockers I Westside Soul Surfers I 3pm

Lake House I Justin Avdek I 6pm

Unruly Brewing I Sunday Jazz JD JonesI 5pm

Lucy’s I Live Music I 12pm

Odd side Ales I Scott Pellegrom I 5pm

Kirby House I Larry Lowis & Jake Vs Jayk I 3pm

Boatwerks I The Cheese Brothers I 5:30pm

The Butler I Serita’s Black Rose Duo I 5:30pm

Monday

Lake House I Serita’s Black Rose Duo I 6pm

RedRock Grille I Edye & Mike I 5:30pm

SPORTS

Thursday - Detroit Tigers at Los Angeles Angels 9:38pm

Friday - Detroit Tigers at Los Angeles Angels 9:38pm

Saturday - Detroit Tigers at Los Angeles Angels 10:07pm

Sunday - Detroit Tigers at Los Angeles Angels 4:07pm

Past results

Yesterday Tigers lost 2-6 to the Phillies

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