Grand rising, West Michigan. What a weekend on the lakeshore! Today is national eat more fruits and vegetables day. Be sure to checkout all the farmers’ markets going on and support local businesses. 🌽 🍓 

In today’s Lakeshore Current:

• 1,522 Volunteers

• Grand Fun! opens

• Michigan’s Adventure

— Courtland Stansberry

THE DIGEST

Memorial Day Events Along The Lakeshore

Americans commemorate Memorial Day to honor those who lost their lives while serving in the military. Originally known as Decoration Day, this holiday was established shortly after the Civil War as a way for people to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. In 1971, Memorial Day became an official holiday observed on the last Monday in May. In West Michigan, residents are celebrating with various events such as ceremonies, parades, and picnics. To find a Memorial Day event near you, visit here. Grand Haven was not listed, but the parade is scheduled for 9am and a full day of events.

1,522 Volunteers for Community Impact Day

On May 15, 1,522 volunteers participated in the third annual Community Impact Day in West Michigan, working on projects at 70 sites in Holland, Fennville, Grand Rapids, and surrounding communities. Mayor Nathan Bocks and West Coast Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jodi Owczarski visited sites to show support and gratitude to the volunteers. The event has grown significantly, with over 900 volunteers the year before. Owczarski expressed gratitude for the community's willingness to invest in making a positive impact, and Mayor Bocks praised the volunteers for coming together to improve Holland. Thank you to all the volunteers 👏 

Michigan’s Adventure Opens May 24th

Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon is opening for the 2024 season on Memorial Day weekend. Free admission is offered to US military members and veterans from May 24-27 with a US military ID. Season pass holders can reserve a spot for Preview Day on May 19. The water park opens on June 8. Unlimited visits are available through June 9 with free general parking, discounts, and access to special events. 🎢 

LOCAL BUSINESS

Grand Fun! opens in Grand Haven

Grand Fun! opened in Grand Haven on Wednesday, May 8. Owners Tim and Sara Pokorski have opened an entertainment center offering arcade games, mini bowling, and pizza at 1051 Jackson St. Suite B. Tim Pokorsk stated that their goal is to provide a memorable experience for families. It looks like a great spot for a birthday party! More here on their website.

Saugatuck new B&B to open this week

Porches on Mason, a new bed and breakfast in Saugatuck, officially opens its doors on May 21. The downtown lodging option features eight uniquely decorated suites, each with 550 square feet of living space, a bedroom with a king-sized bed, a kitchenette, and a private screened-in porch with outdoor seating. Owners Mark Lodenstein and Craig Vander Maas transformed the property at 350 Mason Street, previously a three-bedroom home, to create the new business. The project was a longtime dream for the owners, who are excited to be part of the thriving business community in Saugatuck.

Holland’s Good Earth Cafe to Re-Open

The Good Earth Café in downtown Holland is making a comeback! The cafe specializes in breakfast and lunch, offering a variety of bagels, breads, muffins, sandwiches, wraps, soups, and salads. A new bio for the business states, "We look forward to serving our customers once again with our delicious menu items." The reopening is set to be in the coming weeks. Stay tuned on their Facebook page here.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN

Muskegon

Tuesday - *check live music 👀 

Wednesday - Open Mic Night at The Early Owl 6pm

Grand Haven

Tuesday - Odd side Ales pub trivia 7pm

Grand Armory Brewing vinyl night 6:30pm

Wednesday - Whiskey and war stories at American Dunes 7pm

Holland

Tuesday - Park Theatre Open Mic doors open at 7:30pm

New Holland Brewing Petal & Pour: May Floral Cocktail Class 6pm

Wednesday - Farmers Market 8am-2pm

Macatawa Bay Yacht Club Wednesday night sailboat races 6:30pm

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WEATHER

Tuesday

81 🌡️ 62 | 🌦️  | 55% | 💨 SE 9 mph (8 knots)

Wednesday

69 🌡️ 54 | 🌤️  | 58% | 💨 WSW 15 mph (13 knots)

LIVE MUSIC

Tuesday

The Deck I JGJ Band I 5pm

Pop A Top I Bike Night w/Brian Fedewa I 6:30pm

Wonderland Distilling Co I TIJO I 7:30pm

Wednesday

The Deck I Electric Flower Co I 5pm

The Early Owl I Extension Cord Live I 6pm

SPORTS

Tuesday - Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals 7:40pm

Wednesday - Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals 2:10pm

Past results

Xander Schauffele Wins PGA Championship

Tigers lost 3-8 to Royals

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