Grand rising, West Michigan. Some beautiful weather ahead and plenty of options for you this weekend: channel your inner HGTV persona and partake in the parade of homes, join in on the pride celebrations, or relax on the boat/beach.… I’m going with the beach ✅ 

In today’s Lakeshore Current:

• Magnet Fishing

• Smoothie King In West Michigan

• Emerson The Brave

Let’s dive in

— Courtland Stansberry

THE DIGEST

Magnet Fishing In The Grand River 🎣 

Along the Grand River in western Michigan, Xan Dulyea-Lowing and his father are passionate about recovering misplaced treasures through magnet fishing. A live bazooka rocket, antique weapons, and a stolen motorcycle are just a few of the many things they have discovered. In 2023, they found over 200 electric scooters in the Red Cedar River and successfully recovered a stolen Honda CL175 motorcycle. The two have made thousands of dollars selling scrap metal, and they always call the police first when they come across anything that might be dangerous. With little gear and few limitations, they can clean up bodies of water and find hidden gems by engaging in the hobby of magnet fishing. More info on it here. This is my new favorite type of fishing!

Emerson The Brave Cancer Walkathon 💪 

A walkathon is being held by West Ottawa Public Schools to raise funds for 12-year-old Emerson Hoogendoorn, a student at Harbor Lights Middle School, who is battling brain cancer. The fundraiser will take place on Tuesday, June 4 from 6-8 p.m. at the middle school stadium track. Participants are encouraged to walk or run six laps to represent each year Hoogendoorn has been fighting cancer, with a suggested donation of $10. Funds raised will help purchase a recumbent bike to aid in Hoogendoorn's strength building and potentially fund a trip to Disney World for her and her family. Live music, food trucks, and other activities will be available at the event. Hoogendoorn was diagnosed with diffuse midline glioma in 2018 and has since been receiving treatment. More information can be found on the "Emerson the Brave" Facebook page and donations can be made through the family's GoFundMe page.

Lakeshore Parade Of Homes 🏘️ 

Experience the Lakeshore Parade of Homes by the Lakeshore Home Builders Association for an exclusive tour of over 20 new homes along the West Michigan Lakeshore. Running from June 6-8 and June 13-15, you can explore stunning homes from Saugatuck/Fennville to Norton Shores/Muskegon. Discover the latest design trends, gain inspiration for your dream home or remodel project, and enjoy special events. Don't miss this chance to see the work of talented local builders and experience lakeshore living. Visit the Lakeshore Parade of Homes website for tickets and more information. This event is perfect for design enthusiasts and aspiring homeowners alike.

Daytime Meteor Showers 💫 

The Daytime Arietids meteor shower will reach its annual peak this week, with the best chance to see meteors just before dawn. The shower runs from May 29 to June 17, peaking on the morning of June 4. The moon will be close to its new phase, providing ideal viewing conditions. Look eastward in the hour before dawn to potentially see meteors streaking across the sky. Peak rates may reach up to 200 meteors per hour, but visible rates during the pre-dawn viewing window could be as low as one per hour. For the best viewing, choose a location with minimal light pollution, clear skies, and a view of the horizon. The next significant meteor shower for North American viewers is the Perseids in August.

@LAKESHORECURRENT

LOCAL BUSINESS

Smoothie King To Open 6 Locations

Six Smoothie King locations are set to open in West Michigan, including Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Wyoming, Holland, Grand Haven, and Muskegon. Franchiser OM Group will be opening the locations early next year. Smoothie King got its start in 1973 and currently has over 1,200 locations globally. They have a goal of opening 100 new stores this year, following a 'Clean Blends Promise.'

Michigan’s Smallest Bar Taps Out

The owner of Peoples Cider Company Muskegon announced on Facebook that the bar, known as "Michigan's smallest," will not reopen this summer in Muskegon's Chalet business district. The decision was made after they were unable to reach a lease agreement with the City of Muskegon. The bar had three seats and a maximum capacity of seven people, including employees. It was open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the summer months, and on Saturdays in October. The company, known for making hard cider and operating a tap room in Grand Rapids, is now searching for a new lakeshore location for next summer.

Hamburger Mikey To Open In Spring Lake

This summer, Tim Taylor, the proprietor of the Muskegon restaurant Hamburger Mikey, intends to open a second location in Spring Lake. The Small Town Sandwich Shop and Beefy's Burger Shack used to occupy the same building as the new location. According to Taylor, Hamburger Mikey is a "fast casual" eatery that is well-known for its delicious patties and fries that have won awards. After making some exterior and interior building improvements, the new location is expected to open in July. Taylor expressed her excitement about joining the Tri-Cities community and contributing to the Grand Haven and Spring Lake culinary scenes. I’m going to miss Beefy’s but ready to give this one a try!

SPONSORED BY BETSI STONE REALTOR

Betsi leads her clients to success with a winning combination of skill, knowledge and persistence. She dedicates each and every day to making sure her clients have the best real estate experience possible on the lakeshore!

If you're in the market for some acreage or a possible development opportunity, check out this massive property in Grand Haven.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN

Muskegon

Thursday - Beer Tasting on Walker's Patio 6pm

Music Trivia night at Wonderland Distillery 7-9pm

Free Thursdays at Muskegon Museum of Art

Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Friday - N. Muskegon Library - Summer Kickoff Carnival 11am-1:30pm

Hackley Park - Taste of Muskegon 4:30-10pm

Saturday - WildWater Adventure Opening Weekend

Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Muskegon Astronomical Society - Star Viewing Party 9pm

Sunday Frauenthal Center - Free Movie Premiere! Buster Keaton Home 3pm

Monday - Pigeon Hill Trivia Night 7pm

Unruly Brewing Chess Club Night 6pm

Grand Haven

Thursday- Grand Haven Offshore Challenge 6am-1:30pm

Friday - Loutit Library Friday Matinee 2-4:30pm

Saturday- Spring Lake Heritage Festival Begins

Millpoint Park - Spring Lake Wooden and Classic Boat Show 8:30am-3:30pm

Loutit Library - Morning Meditation 10am

Farmers Market 8am-1pm

Waterfront Stadium - Pride Festival - 12-9pm

Monday - Spring Lake Presbyterian Church Senior Day 9am-12pm

Holland

Friday - Downtown Holland - “Remember When" Cruise & Car Show 5pm

Saugatuck Center for the Arts- Jump Into Summer 5pm

Saturday - Holland Farmers Market 8-2pm

BLVD Church - 6k for Water Run 9am

Helder Park - Run with PRIDE 5k 8:30am

Yoga in the park - Kollen Park & Heinz Waterfront 8am

Tulip City United vs. Indy Boyz F.C. 2pm

Sunday - Downtown - Bandit Run Show N Shine with live DJ

New Holland Brewing Trivia Night 6pm

Monday - Check out live music at RedRock Grille

WEATHER

Thursday

67 🌡️ 56 | 🌦️  | 80% | 💨 W 15 mph (13 knots)

Friday

64 🌡️ 57 | 🌤️ | 7% | 💨 WNW 14 mph (12 knots)

Saturday

65 🌡️ 55 | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 WSW 12 mph (10 knots)

Sunday

67 🌡️ 55 | 🌤️ | 64% | 💨 WNW 9 mph (8 knots)

Monday

66 🌡️ 54 | ☀️ | 5% | 💨 NW 9 mph (8 knots)

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday

The Deck I Funkle Jesse I 6pm

Dockers I Acoustic Waves 5 6pm

Rake Beer Project I Social Jam Session I 7pm

American Dunes I Live-Solo I

Lucy’s I The Reverend Jesse James I 6pm

Grand Armory I John Voelz I 6:30pm

Porto Bello I Randy Heidema I 6pm

Kirby House I Acoustic Shenanigans I 6pm

The Park Theatre I Kristy Cox and Grasstime + Full Cord Duo I 7pm

Boatwerks I Lew Russ I 5:30pm

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

Friday

The Deck I The Bootstrap Boys I 7pm

Pigeon Hill I John Voelz I 6:30pm

Dockers I Union Guns I 6pm

Lotus Room I Group Therapy Band I 8:30pm

Starlight Room - Deerfield Run wsg Cold Leather Seats - 7:30pm

Red Rooster Tavern I Pete Henry I 8pm

Rake Beer Project I Taste of Rake Live Music I 7pm

Lucy’s I Izzy Joy I 7pm

Eagles 925 I Sessions I 8pm

Odd Side Ales I Carl Webb Band I 8-11pm

Porto Bello I Tonya Martini & the Shotz I 6pm

Grand Armory I Serita's Black Rose Duo I 6:30pm

Kirby House I Mike Talbot I 3pm

Kirby House I Jake Vs Jayk I 9pm

Itty Bitty Bar I VMS Band I 9pm

Hops at 84 East I Nate Holley I 8pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Silent Bark I 8pm

The Park Theatre I A Rock Show with The Bloody Pickups, The Burdens, Lost Magic & Colt Snuffer & the Dead Horsemen I 7pm

Saturday

The Deck I Hunter Wainscott I 2pm

The Deck I Red Roses I 7pm

Dockers I Off The Ledge I 6pm

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

Unruly Brewing I The Rory McCallan Project I 8pm

Red Rooster Tavern I Velvet Mushroom Syndicate I 8pm

Rake Beer Project I Taste of Rake Live Music I 7pm

Pincrest Bar & Lanes I Taproom Fix, Dodger's Doggies I 6pm

Lucy’s I Justin Wierenga I 2pm

Lucy’s I The Concussions I 7pm

Eagles 925 I Big Daddy Fox & Friends I 8pm

Grand Armory I Ethan Bolt I 6:30pm

Porto Bello I Tim Johnson I 6pm

Kirby House I Isaac Berkowitz I 4pm

Kirby House I The King Brothers I 9pm

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

Itty Bitty Bar I Perfect Storm I 9pm

Boatwerks I Greg Miller I 5:30pm

The Park Theatre I Holland Pride Party I 6:30pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Piano PartyI 8pm

The Butler I Mark Kahny I 5:30pm

Sunday

The Deck I Deckfest I 1pm

The Deck I Keegan Jacko I 3pm

Dockers I Swinging Stem Cells I 3pm

Lake House I Gabrial Lundy I 6pm

Rake Beer Project I Bri Baron I 2pm

Pincrest Bar & Lanes I Take Two I 5pm

Lucy’s I Elijah Russ I 12pm

Lucy’s I Bryan Hammond I 3:30pm

Odd side Ales I Scott Pellegrom I 5-7:30pm

Kirby House I John Voelz I 3pm

Boatwerks I Serita’s Black Rose Duo I 5:30pm

The Butler I 2 Dudes in Flip Flops I 5:30pm

Monday

The Deck I Phoffman of Greensky Bluegrass I 6pm

Lake House I Lynn Thompson & the Moonshine Runners I 6pm

RedRock Grille I Jim Cooper Duo I 5:30pm

SPORTS

Friday - Detroit Tigers vs Milwaukee Brewers 6:40pm

Saturday - Detroit Tigers vs Milwaukee Brewers 4:10pm

Sunday - Detroit Tigers at Milwaukee Brewers 1:40pm

Past results

Yesterday Tigers lost 1-9 to Rangers

THANKS!

Thanks for reading Lakeshore Current today. If you found something useful, please share with someone who uses a turning signal when driving.

Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here

Want to get your business in Lakeshore Current? Reply to this email

Did I miss something? Let me know at [email protected]