Urban St. March 2022

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WORDS WORTH REPEATING

These words by Lilly Pulitzer may be easier said than done, especially when you live in Michigan. I’m watching the snow fall out my window as I write this, while a space heater warms my toes.

Instead of trying to wish away the days until March 20, the first official day of spring, what if we allow ourselves to believe that spring can be more than just a season, and instead, a state of mind? Even if the temperatures don’t agree, there’s no reason to wait until the spring season or warmer days to pursue growth or new beginnings.

I hope this issue of Urban St. inspires you to let spring into your life a little early this year. There’s so much happening in our lakeshore communities right now — and you can learn about all the new developments on page 8. And speaking of new beginnings, our special wedding section is a great resource for future brides and grooms. Page 10.

For those of you staying close to home for Spring Break this year, we’ve gathered some fun staycation ideas for the whole family (page 28). And, we know that spring days can still come with a chill — warm up with our list of local coffee roasters on page 56.

As always, thank you for reading this issue of Urban St. I invite you to turn the page, discover what we are all about and to eat, shop and play local with us. I wish you all a blessed spring, whenever you decide to celebrate it!

Elly DeVries, President

“Despite the forecast, live like it’s spring.”

Happy Birthday, Herrick!

This year marks Herrick District Library’s 25th anniversary. In May 1997, Holland Township, Laketown Township, Park Township and the City of Holland voted in a millage referendum to establish and support a district library to serve the greater Holland community. And what a great 25 years it has been! There are many ways to celebrate and use HDL, one of which is to visit The Book Nook, where Friends of the Library volunteers sell gently used books at both library locations (300 South River Ave. and 155 Riley St.) — all proceeds are used to support the library.

The inventory is constantly changing, so you’ll never know what treasures you’ll find.

The Book Nook features an Unusual Books section, with titles that’ll intrigue and inspire your love of reading. You might find a book about making and flying kites, a book containing Buddhist art or even a book about famous diamonds. The possibilities are endless.

You can find a well-stocked bookstore at the Main Library on the lower level; and at the newly renovated North Branch, you will find a book cart at the entrance. Most titles are $2 or less! n

On Our Radar

New businesses we’re excited about!

Grab a slice.

Doebs Pizzeria opened its doors at 503 W. 17th St. in Holland in January. The pizzeria offers artisan pizza, flatbread, focaccia, Detroit-style pizza, sandwiches and salads. Doebs features an open kitchen, so customers can watch the magic happen.

Goog’s returns.

A cherished Holland burger restaurant is coming back in a new way. Goog’s Pub will return in a scaled-down format in a 14,000-square-foot mixed-use development at 667 Hastings Ave. The building is located at the site of the former Goog’s Pub and Grub, and will also feature a boutique grocery and beverage market called MGB Market and nine residential apartments.

Dine near the greens.

Savor Chicago street food.

Nadine’s Fish Tip & Wings will open soon at 1111 S. Washington Ave., in Holland. The eatery will serve Chicago-style food with counter service and seating for 15–20 people.

Got barbecue?

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit plans to open at 12579 Felch St. in Holland Township, the former storefront of Pet Supplies Plus. The franchise is a counter-service eatery that focuses on authentic Texas barbecue, with pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, wings, giant baked potatoes, corn muffins, chili, mac and cheese and potato salad.

Lake Bluff Grille at Muskegon Country Club will open this spring at 2801 Lakeshore Drive. The new restaurant and renovated event venue will have outstanding views of the golf course and Muskegon Lake from an expansive covered deck. Lake Bluff Grille will be open to the public and have a modern and contemporary interior design with an inviting, warm feel, serving New American-style. Lake Bluff Grill is part of RedWater Restaurant Group.

Beer and pizza? Yes please!

Rake Beer Project and Rolling Stone Wood Fired Pizza Co. are teaming up to open a “food and beverage collective” in downtown Muskegon. The venture will be located on the first floor of The Leonard, a six-story development being constructed on the corner of Western Avenue and Second Street. The Rake Beer Project and Rolling Stone Wood Fired Pizza Co. will occupy 3,500 square feet of street level space with an outdoor patio and is slated to open this spring.

DOEBS PIZZERIA

Nurture your inner plant lover.

Plant Lady Plant Shop recently opened at The Holland Town Center at 12330 James St., Suite B40. The store welcomes plant lovers of all skill levels and features a variety of houseplants, terrarium building, a potting station and rare plants.

Taco-bout it.

Playa Tacos & Tequilas will open this May at the former location of Ottawa Beach Inn, at 2155 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland. The restaurant will be open year-round and will serve craft cocktails and Mexican street food, offering items like diablo shrimp, chorizo tacos and carne asada. It will have a large outdoor patio, a fireplace wall and an extended full bar.

But first, coffee.

Ziggi’s Coffee will open its first Michigan location in Zeeland at 8317 Westpark Way this summer. The franchise features handcrafted drinks; locally made breakfast, lunch and snack options; and kid-friendly menu items.

Food truck turned restaurant.

A popular Muskegon food truck, Tiki Boiz Island Grindz, recently opened as a brick-andmortar restaurant at 2445 Lakeshore Drive, in the former Lott on the Lakeshore. Tiki Boiz Island Grindz serves Hawaiian street food fused with Japanese flavors.

TIKI BOIZ ISLAND GRINDZ

PLANT LADY PLANT SHOP

Advice from a bride-to-be

By Cortney Erndt

1. Don’t procrastinate.

My fiancé proposed in October 2020. Looking back, I’m so grateful we started planning right away. Now that it’s the year of our wedding, we feel little to no stress — and our vendors say the same. I immediately created a to-do list in the order of what needed to be planned and purchased first, like booking our venue and caterer — all the way through music, flowers and cake. Include the small, easily forgotten items in your list, like pens for your guest book and black socks for the groom.

So, you’re getting married — or a confidant to someone who is. It’s likely one of the most exciting times in your life, but also one of the busiest. These five tidbits helped my fiancé and I survive the planning madness while we organized our “I dos.”

2. Personalize your wedding to you.

It’s the 21st century, meaning many old-time traditions are no longer standard. Maybe you prefer double-chocolate brownies over a classic white wedding cake, or you’re just not feeling a garter toss. Ditch the traditions that don’t speak to you and your fiancé’s personalities, and opt for vendors who go the extra mile in customization. Remember, it’s your wedding — not Great Aunt Susie’s.

3. Ask and you might receive.

Some vendors offer products and services you wouldn’t expect. For example, our florist rents out card boxes, chair coverings and ceiling drapery. They even offer day-of coordinators who keep the timeline on track. Even if your vendor doesn’t offer the service you’re looking for, they can probably connect you to a business that does.

4. Be realistic with your time. Soak in all the main events of your engagement, like the bridal shower, bachelorette party and rehearsal dinner, but also recognize you may not have time to bake cookies for all your welcome bags. Eliminate minor tasks like hand-painting signs and focus on big-ticket priorities, such as coordinating a timeline with your photographer. After all, those photos will last a lifetime!

5. Take care of yourself.

You love spending time with your fiancé and planning with your bridal party, but every happy couple needs to unwind with some alone time. Booking a spa day, trying a hot-yoga class or even going for a mid-day walk can release pent-up energy and excitement. Don’t worry about what might happen and make a choice to focus on everything that’s going right — and your love for your partner. n

Contributor Cortney Erndt will become Mrs. Woody on June 4, 2022. PHOTOS: ABBEY LEIGH

2022 Wedding Venue Guide

Butternut Event Centre by Lakeshore Events

Butternut Event Centre by Lakeshore Events is an affordable and flexible alternative to hotel ballroom facilities and country club banquet halls in the Greater Holland/Zeeland/West Olive area. Our unique DIY facility is the answer to finding an affordable, elegant and completely customizable venue for your special event. Butternut Event Centre allows patrons to bring in their own food and beverages without having to use preferred caterers with food and beverage minimums. It is perfect for those on a budget!

CityFlatsHotel Holland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Floor-to-ceiling windows, chic furniture, delectable catering options and a location in downtown Holland make CityFlatsHotel your perfect event venue. Choose CityVū Events atop the hotel, our semi-private main floor lounge, or our intimate, private rooms on the main floor to host your next event!

Ivy House

At Ivy House in Saugatuck, weddings are an unforgettable celebration of your love and the life you’re building together. Our greenhouse and brand-new events space, set on seven acres, are the perfect romantic setting for up to 300 guests. Visit our website to schedule your private tour and talk with our team about creating your perfect wedding weekend.

Black ShelterSheep

Nestled amidst an organic farm, fields and woods, Black Sheep Shelter is a modern rustic wedding venue in South Haven, with minimalist designs and eco-friendly event hosting. A full day’s rental includes ceremony and reception, rehearsal, banquet tables, chairs, bar, sound system with mics, dressing rooms with AC/heat, restrooms, firepit, outdoor games and more. Our newest addition this spring is a custombuilt glasshouse with AC/heat for dancing under the stars.

Black Sheep Shelter

342 62nd St., South Haven

616-335-0797

theblacksheepshelter.com

Holland Civic Center Place

Located in Downtown Holland, the newly renovated Holland Civic Center Place offers a variety of unique event spaces for your upcoming wedding, rehearsal dinner, ceremony or other special event from 25–350 guests. We offer on-site catering with a comprehensive menu and full bar service and this includes china/silverware/glass. If you are interested in a tour of the venue, have questions or need additional information, please visit our website.

Holiday Inn Grand Haven-Spring Lake

Holiday Inn Grand HavenSpring Lake strives to simplify wedding planning by offering inclusive wedding packages that can be customized to suit individual needs. Our Ballroom Packages are priced per person and designed to include all the essentials. Planning a destination wedding or expecting out-oftown guests? With hotel accommodations, seasonal resort-style amenities, and a venue with rehearsal dinner and post-wedding brunch options, our goal is to provide the ultimate weddingstaycation experience for you, your friends and your family.

Waterfront Weddings

Our waterfront hotel offers the ideal location for any wedding event. From the wedding itself to the bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, reception, and even the morning-after brunch. Our customizable wedding packages ensure you get the wedding you’ve always dreamed of.

The only full-service hotel in the Grand Haven area makes it easy for your wedding guests to book their stay.

Holiday Inn Grand Haven-Spring Lake 940 W. Savidge St., Spring Lake 616-846-1000

higrandhaven.com

616-846-1000

higrandhaven.com/events/weddings

sarah.langlois@higrandhaven.com

Boatwerks

Boatwerks’ state-of-the-art event venue is located only minutes from downtown Holland and offers a variety of rooms for up to 300 guests. Each space has incredible views of picturesque Lake Macatawa and beautiful Pure Michigan sunsets. Boatwerks’ lakeside outdoor space and retractable wall of windows provide a truly grand waterfront event! Experience the food, service and ambiance that only Boatwerks can provide.

Macatawa Golf Club

Macatawa offers a variety of room options with vaulted ceilings, large windows, and striking views of the golf course and grounds. The newly remodeled interior provides a grand ambiance and elegant style that are perfect for any occasion of up to 400 guests. The beautiful outdoor ceremony location and full-service reception venue make Macatawa the perfect venue for all your upcoming events.

Muskegon County Club

Nestled atop sand dunes overlooking Muskegon Lake, Muskegon Country Club promises lasting memories and the absolute best in culinary offerings. The venue is perfect for wedding receptions, ceremonies, and showers up to 175 people.

Established in 1908, Muskegon Country Club has a longrespected reputation for creating extraordinary experiences for your most treasured events. Your guests will enjoy the beautiful lake view along with our large deck and spectacular sunset views.

Ravines Golf Club

With its desirable location in Saugatuck, Ravines is an elegant setting for your wedding reception and outdoor ceremony. The 500-acre Arnold Palmer championship golf course is surrounded by a forest of Michigan pines and colorful maple trees and includes gorgeous lawns and cultivated flower beds ideal for your ceremony and wedding portraits. The attractive clubhouse epitomizes rustic chic decor with plenty of polished wood, oversized windows and a stately fireplace.

Fab Finds Weddings

5places to check out during your Spring Break staycation

There are plenty of ways to stay busy and entertain the family while staying close to home for Spring Break. If you’re planning a staycation this year, then you’re in luck. Our lakeshore communities have so much to offer in your own backyard. Check out these five places your family will love.

Holland Aquatic Center

550 Maple Ave, Holland

616-393-7595

hollandaquatic.org

Not heading south for Spring Break? No problem! Holland Aquatic Center has you covered for all your swimming and water-fun needs. The facility just reopened after a major renovation; updates include a warm-water leisure pool, a new six-lane lap pool, an updated and expanded children’s play area, a new climate-controlled track, a large spa, a steam room, sauna and fitness space. The children’s play area features a zero-entry wading pool, a lazy river and a larger, three-story water slide.

Single-visit passes are available and provide access to Family Splash Time, Preschool Splash Time, Open Therapy, Regular Lap Swim, the fitness room and indoor track. Visit the center’s website for up-to-date schedule and operating hours.

Urban Air Adventure Park

12331 James St., Holland

616-931-5147

urbanair.com/michigan-holland

The whole family will love Urban Air Adventure Park in Holland, an indoor playground filled with adrenalinepumping attractions.

“There is always something going on at Urban Air,” said Julie Erne, owner of Urban Air Holland. “With our variety of attractions, you are sure to have a blast, young or young-at-heart! Our tubes playground is the perfect space for little ones, while the ‘big kids’ can master the Warrior Course and challenge friends on the Battle Beam or high ropes course!”

Jump flip and fly in the trampoline park where you can literally bounce off the walls. Show off skills on the Warrior obstacle course, just like the ninja courses seen on TV. Test your balance on the Battle Beam while trying to knock your opponents into a giant foam pit. Reach new heights with climbing walls while building strength and agility.

“Our attractions include interactive games, indoor climbing adventures, wild amusement rides and more,” Erne said. “Some of our most thrill-seeking attractions include Sky Rider, where you can soar above the park, and our Flip Zone Bumper Cars, our twist on the traditional bumper cars! Come in and see for yourself, we are much more than just a trampoline park!”

Day passes and memberships are available. With the “play-all-day” concept, your entry fee allows you to stay as long as you’d like. Reservations are recommended. Urban Air also specializes in birthday parties — you can save up to $50 on birthday parties through April 8.

URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK

Holland Museum

31 W. 10th St., Holland

616-796-3329

hollandmuseum.org

Even though school’s out for Spring Break doesn’t mean the family can’t learn something new! The Holland Museum tells the story of Holland, from its Dutch immigrants to today’s innovative, successful and diverse community. The museum features thousands of historic objects.

“New activities have made their way to the Spark!Lab Smithsonian exhibit, just in time for Spring Break,” said Katie Baker, development and communications associate director. “Invent a solution to plastic pollution during our Help Clean Up The Ocean activity. Explore Michigan animal habitats and create your very own during our Build A Habitat activity. Finally, test your inventor skills during our Now What challenge.”

Baker said during Spring Break visitors can explore the museum’s galleries and participate in a family-friendly scavenger hunt to learn about scientists whose inventions have helped clean up the planet.

On view through June 20, “Contemporary Portraits of Native Americans by James Cook” will share a glimpse into the faces of native people from across the United States. The collection of 25 color photographs explores the varied lives of Native Americans in the modernday through the lens of photographer James Cook.

Be sure to check out the museum’s event and program calendar on its website to better plan your next visit.

Scrapyard Climbing Collective

76 S. River Ave., Holland 616-294-3931

scrapyardclimbing.com

Get your climb on at Scrapyard Climbing Collective, a home-grown climbing gym and sports facility that welcomes beginner and experienced climbers. Founded in 2018, Scrapyard is a collection of individuals committed to the idea rock climbing has a uniquely engaging power to draw people together and bring out the best in them.

The facility includes 3,200 square feet of climbing walls, featuring bouldering, roped climbing, the largest 60-degree overhang in West Michigan, padded flooring and training equipment. Scrapyard offers climbing classes and lessons geared toward all types of climbers. Scrapyard can get busy during Spring Break, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead.

Lakeshore Museum Center

430 W. Clay Ave., Muskegon 231-722-0278 lakeshoremuseum.org

With two full floors of exhibits to explore, Lakeshore Museum Center is sure to entertain the family. From discovering prehistoric plants and animals of Michigan to uncovering the way things work in the Science Center, there is always something new and exciting to experience, whether it’s a popular permanent exhibit or must-see temporary one. The museum also offers programs and events for children, families and adults.

The museum’s permanent exhibits trace over 400 million years of Michigan history. Learn about Muskegon County’s past with stories from families who settled or immigrated there. You can see a life-sized Mastodon and lumbering tools. The STEM Center combines academic concepts with real-world applied activities, like building sturdy bridges and racing Hot Wheels.

On view through April 23, “L’Dor V’Dor” celebrates the history of the Jewish Community in Muskegon, exemplified by Congregation B’nai Israel, which was founded in 1888. The exhibit invites visitors to learn about Judaism and Congregation B’nai Israel by exploring three major elements of Judaism in daily life: education, religious practices and family. n

SCRAPYARD CLIMBING COLLECTIVE

HOLLAND MUSEUM

Fab Finds Holland & zeeland

Loraine Griffin: 616-340-1957

Melanie Griffin: 616-560-5116

Fab Finds Holland & zeeland

We are thrilled to welcome Jeremy Lund to our Engel & Völkers Shoreline shop. With extensive experience in new build construction, Jeremy is passionate about new build development and loves working with buyers on building and finding the home of their dreams. The connection, collaboration and trust that is shared between Jeremy and his clients is what drives him every day. Aligned with Engel & Völkers, Jeremy is able to effectively connect and collaborate with sellers and buyers, and access resources that are unmatched within the industry. Welcome Jeremy!

A Night to Remember...

It’s that time again. Hospice of Holland’s Celebration Gala invites you to a special evening of enjoying a grazing style dinner from local restaurants and chefs, cocktails, and the amazingly funny Main Street Dueling Pianos. Plus, you’ll have the chance to win great prizes in our ‘buy a line’ silent auction, featuring items donated by local businesses and donors.

It’s a wonderful way to celebrate life, with all proceeds going to fund our unfunded programs and services.

Thursday May 19, 2022

6:00pm - 9:30pm

Yacht Basin Marina Conference Center

1866 Ottawa Beach Rd. Holland, MI 49424

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Dress Attire: Cocktail or Black Tie Optional

Made to order

The Only Cannoli fills pastry needs in Muskegon

By Elizabeth Granger

Bethany Bauer could not find a cannoli to buy in all of Muskegon. At least not an “authentic” cannoli like her mother’s.

So, she’s opened a little bakery on Third Street. It specializes in her from-scratchfamily-recipe cannoli as well as cakes and cookies. Because no cannoli is like hers, the little bakery is named The Only Cannoli.

The business began in 2018 at the Muskegon farmers market. Bauer used Kitchen 242, Muskegon’s incubation kitchen, to get the business started. At first, she sold her products just at festivals and the farmers market “to build a following.”

“We were super busy,” she said, so in 2019 she transitioned to a brick-and-mortar presence. Road construction there began the day she opened. She has since moved to Third Street, and the bakery is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

BETHANY BAUER, OWNER, THE ONLY CANNOLI

PHOTO: DAYTONA NILES

PHOTO: ELIZABETH GRANGER

“I grew up with cannolis,” she said. Bauer was raised in the Detroit area, where there’s a greater Italian presence than in Muskegon. “Cannolis were always around us,” not only at home but also in bakeries. Bauer learned to make them from her mother. And her mother’s grandmother, from Sicily.

Enjoy immediately

Cannolis are always available at The Only Cannoli. The shells await customer requests; they’re filled with fresh ricotta and toppings upon ordering. When customers ask how long they’ll last, Bauer responds, “You should eat them now.”

something new is about three weeks,” Bauer said. Thus, the specials, created by any of the five staff members.

Giant cookies called “Chunkies” are bakery manager Kim Sorenson’s brainchild. “I jumped on board thinking ‘let’s get a classic everybody loves,’” she said. “Let’s do a chocolate chip cookie.”

Bauer’s response: “As long as it’s the best. It needs to be extraordinary.”

Chunkies are now on the menu.

Jarod Peterson — known as the chaos coordinator because he jumps in wherever he’s needed — masterminded the Choclava Chip Cookie. “If a chocolate chip cookie and baklava had a baby — that’s what it is,” Bauer said.

“Everybody knows something about baking,” she added. “As long as you’ve got a creative mind, you’ll fit in here.”

She said she wants the staff to have fun. “When they have fun, it doesn’t feel like work,” she said.

Vegan options are growing — with no butter or eggs. There are vegan shells and monthly vegan fillings. There’s also three flavors of vegan shortbread cookies and vegan carrot cake. Because staff members are continually designing new items, vegan options on the menu read, “Ask an artist!”

That’s because the crisp shells soften with time. Still delicious, but they’re typically eaten as soon as they’re filled. The bakery has a few tables where customers can sit down and enjoy immediately.

There’s not only the traditional pistachio but also more Americanized versions that include chocolate chip, cookies and cream with Oreo crumbles, and black magic with dark chocolate. New cannoli fillings are spotlighted each month.

The Only Cannoli also offers cookies and cakes, some of them also monthly offerings. “We’ve found the life cycle of

“I really, really love my staff and would hate for them to feel let down if we didn’t make it,” Bauer said. “I’m a regular person who happens to have a bakery. We’re just trying to tantalize the tastebuds.”

Most sales are through foot traffic. There’s no phone number for customers to call. The bakery recommends customers check The Only Cannoli’s website and social media. They’re big on Facebook and Instagram, and they respond to email through their website. n

PHOTO: DAYTONA NILES

A small local catering company in Holland that travels throughout West Michigan bringing fresh, delightful meals to your home.

Catering

From corporate catering events, to personal at home events and small intimate weddings.

Personal Chef

A great way to have a safe, elegant and an intimate dining experience with your friends and family. Personalize your menu from our website or have Chef John personally build your menu. We come fully prepared with all our own equipment and decor to make your experience a 5-star experience.

Airbnb & Vacation Chef

Introducing our new vacation packages, you can now book a personal chef to cook for you on your vacation.

Cooking Classes

All classes are in-home interactive classes for a more personal experience. We can even come to your Airbnb & vacation rental for a night of cooking and fun!

Weekly Box Meals

Sometimes life gets the best of us, and we don’t have time to cook, let alone have time to eat healthy. Now you can, with food made fresh and delivered to your home. Just heat & eat.

EGGS FLORENTINE

Directions

Step 1. Cut muffin in half and toast. Place a poached egg on half of a muffin and spoon sauce over top. Garnish with Red Pepper Brunoise.

Step 2. Florentine Sauce

Melt butter with olive oil in a mediumsize pot. Add flour and cook, stirring, for several minutes. Bring milk to simmer in a small pot. Add simmering milk to flour and whisk. Turn heat to low and continue whisking until thick and creamy. Add additional milk if it becomes to thick. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg and remove from heat. Whisk in cheese and then spinach. Use immediately.

Ingredients

English muffins

Poached eggs

PERFECT FOR EASTER OR MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH!

1 tablespoon Fustini’s 12 Year White

balsamic vinegar

Florentine Sauce

Red pepper brunoise (small diced)

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons Fustini’s Robust SELECT olive oil

4 tablespoons flour

2 cups milk, plus more if needed

Pinch salt

White pepper

Pinch nutmeg

6 ounces grated Emmenthaler or Jarlsberg cheese

1 cup spinach, lightly chopped

Step 3. To poach an egg

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then reduce to low. Crack the egg in a fine-mesh sieve (over a small bowl) and remove the liquidy whites. Transfer the egg to a small ramekin or bowl. Add one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar to the pot and stir to create a vortex. Pour the ramekin with the egg into the middle of the vortex and set a timer for 3 minutes. Once the egg is done, use a slotted spoon to remove the poached egg. Dab with a paper towel to remove excess water and eat immediately.

Denise Walburg, director of corporate marketing at Fustini’s

urban kitchen RAW BEET RAVIOLI

5 ounces Boursin cheese

5 ounces goat cheese

Golden beet & purple beet

Heirloom tomato

Fustini’s fig vinegar and pomegranate vinegar

Pomegranate gastrique

Start out by mixing Boursin cheese and goat cheese together by hand or with a mixer. When mixture is smooth let sit out at room temperature to warm up while preparing the beets, tomatoes and gastrique.

Cleaning and peeling a raw beet

Step 1: Run the beets under cold water and remove any dirt using your fingertips. Handle them gently, being careful not to break the skin.

Step 2: Put on a pair of latex gloves if you do not want to scrub stains from the beet juice off of your hands when you are finished.

Step 3: Hold the beet firmly in your nondominant hand. Using your dominant hand, grip the peeler and peel the beet the same as you would peel an apple or carrot. Use the vegetable peeler slowly and methodically, always peeling away from your hands, to avoid cuts.

Step 4: Dispose of the peelings and continue your preparation of the beets for your recipe.

Pomegranate gastrique

½ cup of sugar

½ cup of white wine vinegar

½ cup of pomegranate juice

Start with a stainless steel pan, heat sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves and begins to caramelize.

Once sugar has dissolved, add remaining ingredients. (the sugar will hiss,crackle, and harden, let sugar re-dissolve).

Reduce heat to a low-medium and let liquid reduce to ½ cup or until syrup-like.

Remove from heat and cool for 1-hour.

Preparation:

-Take a cleaned beet, and slice as thinly as possible with as many pieces as possible (if a mandolin is available, it makes the process a little easier). Set aside in a water bath.

-Prepare heirloom tomatoes by cutting ¼ inch thick slices and set aside.

-Building the ravioli (If a piping bag is available, this eases the process);

-Pipe or spoon boursin cheese mixture onto heirloom tomato. Layer with a sliced beet, and continue the cheese and beet layering until materials run out. Drizzle with pomegranate gastrique over top of ravioli. Drizzle with Fustini’s fig vinegar and pomegranate vinegar.

By John Vanderjagt, personal chef, Green Fork Food

urban kitchen

JALAPEÑO FIZZ FOR TWO

Two servings (in 10 ounce rocks glasses filled halfway with ice)

For the Spicy Syrup:

½ cup honey

½ cup water

¼ cup lemon juice

1 small jalapeño pepper, cut in ¼ inch slices (about 4 slices total, one more for garnish). Cut more if you enjoy more than mild heat.

Shake and mix! Chill in refrigerator (covered) overnight (but not any longer than that or the mixture will be too spicy to drink). Remove jalapeños with a fine mesh sieve before adding sparkling wine.

To the Spicy Syrup add:

1 small (split) bottle 187 mL sparkling wine

After mixing the sparkling wine with the Spicy Syrup, serve and garnish with a quarter-inch slice of jalapeño over ice in a rocks glass.

By Kate Bolt. Find this recipe and more in Kate’s cookbook Lark Cocktails, available at LivingLark.com

Blueberry goodness

Bowerman’s on 8th brings blueberry-inspired dishes to downtown Holland

By Jeremy Gonsior

Two expansions in less than a year were nothing short of divine for Bowerman Blueberries in Holland.

Owners of the more than 90-acre blueberry farm, which began in 1954, had already started work to double the size of their on-site bakery and farm store in early 2021.

But soon, after being approached with an idea, they sensed even more work was in store for 2021: developing a restaurant in downtown Holland.

That idea was scary, especially during a global pandemic. So, co-owners Andrew VanTil, Kassie Grasmanis and Tom Parker came together to seek answers from above.

“We prayed on it and this came available,”

THE BLEU BERRY

PHOTO: BOWERMAN’S ON 8TH

ANDREW VANTIL, KASSIE GRASMANIS AND TOM PARKER, CO-OWNERS, BOWERMAN’S ON 8TH

PHOTO: CARMEL BROWN/ DEVRIES PHOTOGRAPHY

Parker said from a table in their sparkling new restaurant, Bowerman’s on 8th, located at 2 E. Eighth St. “Things just lined up. We had to take a chance.”

And from the looks of its soft opening in early February 2022, the risk is paying off.

First of its kind

When I walked though the front door on a cold Wednesday morning, I was surprised how open, bright and inviting the space was. The cafe was full of diners. It felt like the perfect escape from the wind and the snow outside. The calm instrumental music in the background offered a wonderful

comfortable. It’s inviting.”

Not only that, it’s unique, too. The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), a federal agriculture research and promotion program, worked with Bowerman’s on 8th to incorporate blueberries into dishes people don’t normally think about.

“We are the first blueberry-themed restaurant that they know about in the country,” Parker said. “It was nice to have them as a tool.”

For now, the restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch.

Parker said signature items on the breakfast menu include Pig in a Pocket, a twist on the traditional pig in the blanket. It features breakfast sausage wrapped in a flaky, all-butter pie crust, served with gravy and blueberry rosemary coulis, which is a thin sauce. He also enjoys the Buttermilk Pancakes — three blueberry pancakes with almond drizzle and candied citrus peel.

On the lunch side, Parker highlights the Blueberry Smoked Brisket, 5 ounces of brisket with blueberry slaw, horseradish aioli and blueberry barbecue sauce.

“Everything here I can vouch for because I ate it,” Parker said with a laugh.

Looking ahead, Bowerman’s on 8th may stay open later for dinner and drinks.

“First we want to master breakfast and lunch,” he said.

backdrop to the whole experience as well.

To the right is the seating, which offers generous views of downtown Holland. In front is the retail goods section. Finally, to the left is the bakery area with a huge display case of treats, including Bowerman’s signature blueberry doughnuts.

Parker said they combined two spaces — the former Alpenrose Restaurant bakery and the former Sandcastle for Kids toy store — into one space. The choice of wood, lights and antiques all blend into an upscale-barn feel inspired by Magnolia, the Chip and Joanna Gaines experience in Waco, Texas.

“It’s clean. It’s beautiful,” Parker said. “It’s

Parker said falling prices for blueberries and rising costs at the farm make blueberry farming extra challenging right now. But thanks to the expansion of the market and the opening of the downtown restaurant, Bowerman Blueberries can serve local blueberry lovers for years to come.

“It’s a way to sell more blueberries to consumers and keep our farm in operation,” he said. n

BLUEBERRY SMOKED BRISKET

PHOTO: PHOTO: BOWERMAN’S ON 8TH

YOU GOTTA TRY THIS! CUBI MARKET

During the pandemic, I’ve leaned heavily on grocery pick-up and delivery. With a busy schedule and a toddler at home, the convenience of ordering online is paramount. So, when I heard about the new Cubi Market in Holland, dubbed a “farmers market for busy people,” I was intrigued.

Cubi Market (pronounced cube-e) offers a broad selection of locally grown and produced products — meat, baked goods, personal care items, produce, etc. and lets customers order those products from the comfort of their homes. The premise seemed simple enough — place your order, choose a pick-up date and then pick up the goods at the Cubi Station on 17th Street at your convenience. The Cubi Station is made up of temperature-controlled compartments that store orders until you’re ready.

I decided to place my first Cubi order a few days before hosting visitors at my home. While browsing the selections on cubi.com, I loved seeing all the familiar local merchants that I recognized from the farmers markets as well as some new ones. It didn’t take long to fill up my cart —Fresh Chips from Mike’s Famous Bean Dip; Peach Mango Salsa from Bowerman’s Blueberries; a DIY Pepperoni Pizza Kit from Crust 54; Jalapeno Jack Cheese from MOOville Creamery; and Smoky Bacon Cheese Spread from Oh So Cheesy. By signing up for Cubi Market’s email newsletters, I received $20 off my first order. At checkout, I was told my order would be ready the next day and could be

picked up anytime between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m.

The next day, promptly at 11 a.m., I received an email telling me my order was ready. During my lunch break, I headed to the Cubi Station, phone in hand. I entered the building and read my email again, where I found an “Unlock Cubi” button. A prompt appeared telling me my order was in Cubi No. 8. I pressed the “Unlock” button again and heard an audible “click” as my Cubi unlocked, just like that!

I grabbed my items and headed toward the door, but not before noticing that there was another room that housed an actual Cubi Market store. I saw displays with local chocolates and baked goods, soaps and lotions, and coffee beans and other beverages. Refrigerated areas held beautiful leafy greens, dairy products, and fresh meat and produce. I took a few minutes to browse the market items, many of which I had seen on its website.

For anyone looking to support local, I highly recommend Cubi Market. Whether you’re looking for a convenient and quick grocery pickup or to leisurely browse the store’s offerings, you can’t go wrong at Cubi Market. Current store hours are Monday though Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. The Cubi Station remain accessible until 11 p.m. daily.

Courtney Birchmeier, editor at Urban St.

COURTNEY BIRCHMEIER AT CUBI MARKET

PHOTO: URBAN ST./COURTNEY BIRCHMEIER

Resale Trail

SHOP THE TRAIL OF UNIQUE BOUTIQUES

Locally Roasted

By Mark Dryer

I love my morning cup of coffee. Actually, I need my morning cup of coffee. I’ve used a Keurig brewing system for many years, both at home and the office. But recently I decided to elevate the experience. So I purchased a grinder and French press and went in search of the best beans that are freshly roasted right here along the lakeshore. Here’s what I found.

Good Brothers Coffee HOLLAND

Freshly roasted coffee delivered to your doorstep. Good Brothers roasts on a fluid bed air roaster, which means less acidity for people with sensitive stomachs. It’s cleaner, with no hydrocarbons or charring.

Easy online ordering: Select your coffee - Look at the coffee descriptions to determine what fits your taste.

Your order is roasted - Beans are roasted fresh daily 24/7 around the clock so you can have the freshest coffee possible.

Your order is shipped - Your freshly roasted coffee is shipped in a one-way valve sealed bag to your doorstep and often arrives in 1-3 business days.

Subscriptions are available.

Order online at goodbrotherscoffee.com

Uncommon Coffee Roasters

DOUGLAS & SAUGATUCK

Uncommon Coffee Roasters is a small batch specialty coffee roaster that works closely with coffee producers to better understand their products, sourcing green coffee globally and traveling to the origin whenever possible.

UCR takes pride celebrating diversity, giving back and sustainability. Their goal is to provide a variety of delicious and unique coffees and coffee products to as many people as they can while creating and maintaining sustainable partnerships with customers, coffee producers and everyone in between.

Visit the cafe year round at 127 Hoffman Street in downtown Saugatuck.

Order online at uncommoncoffeeroasters.com

Lumbertown Coffee Co. MUSKEGON

Lumbertown Coffee Co. works with a few select importers to insure a supply of ethically-sourced, sustainable green coffee beans. This means a great cup of coffee for you and a livable wage for coffee farmers!

They put their minds together to bring you the most delicious, fresh roasted coffee in a state-ofthe-art, zero-emissions, award-winning Bellwether Roaster. This state-of-the-art coffee roaster is the most thermally-stable and precise commercial roaster in existence. With a revolutionary air purifying system, it produces zero emissions. And great tasting coffee.

For a fresh-brewed cup, stop by Drip Drop Drink Cafe, downtown Muskegon’s original coffee spot, at 926 Second Street.

Order online at lumbertowncoffee.com

Simpatico Coffee HOLLAND

Simpatico’s beans are imported from the mountainous rural states of southern Mexico, long known for producing some of the world’s best tasting coffee.

Roasting and packaging is done at their headquarters in Holland, Michigan. The coffee beans are roasted to order in small batches in a low emissions Revelation roaster, one of the most efficient in the world. This means that they are the freshest possible when shipped to you.

There are two Simpatico Coffee Joints in Holland, 714 Michigan Avenue and 975 Butternut Drive, where you can enjoy a freshly brewed cup and find whole beans for purchase.

You can also find Simpatico Coffee at local stores like Nature’s Market, Central Park Market, Family Fare, D&W, Demond’s Super Valu, Farmhouse Deli and Kismet Farm Bakery.

Order online at simpatiocoffee.com

Aldea Coffee MUSKEGON & GRAND HAVEN

Aldea is a fully integrated coffee company, from their non-profit in the mountains of Honduras, to their roastery in Muskegon Heights and cafes along the coast of Lake Michigan. They work with individual farmers seeking to develop, grow, and process some of the world’s most unique and intimately sourced specialty coffee.

Aldea cafes are located at Northtown 794 on Pine Street in Muskegon, and the historic Armory Building, 117 Washington Avenue, in downtown Grand Haven.

Visit their website to find coffees, teas, gift sets, equipment, merchandise, gift cards, subscriptions, clubs and brewing guides.

Order online at aldeacoffee.com

Magnum Coffee Roastery NUNICA

Check out Magnum’s high quality, whole bean gourmet coffee selection. From the darkest roast, Painted Black, to a medium roast, Colombian Supremo, to flavored coffees, they can grind the beans to your specifications.

Java Boulevard, also known as ”Magnum Coffee House” is located at 1 Java Boulevard in Nunica.

They offer a delicious array of specialty drinks including espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, teas and chai, along with frozen coffee beverages and fruit smoothies. Their signature drink – the Magnum Mocha – features an irresistible combination of coffee, chocolate, caramel and whipped cream!

Order online at javaboulevard.com

YOU GOTTA TRY THIS!

Date night holds the promise of something a little special, even after 22 years together. Our most recent date night dinner at the new OI Asian Bistro was a great dining adventure.

My boyfriend Bob and I shared the evening with my sister, Cheryl and her husband Bruce. Upon arrival, the four of us felt welcomed by the modern, fresh design of the restaurant. There are different seating areas within the restaurant: the main dining area, where we sat, and a more intimate seating area in the back. I found the colorful parasol decorations to be cheery on a cold, winter evening.

The menu at OI Asian Bistro is like a tour of the best Thai, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese fare. Each dish is made-to-order, just like at OI’s sister restaurant Mizu Sushi down the road. The best thing about going to OI Asian Bistro with a few people is that you get the opportunity to try different dishes. The

hardest thing is narrowing down what you want! I guarantee repeat visits will be necessary.

We started by sharing three appetizers: Vegetable Egg Rolls, Crab Rangoons and Chicken Satay. For the entrees, I chose my hands-down favorite, which is Red Curry. The savory flavor of the coconut milk base over the shrimp and vegetables is like the warm hug of your favorite comfort food. The other dishes we ordered were: Mongolian Beef, General Tso’s Chicken and Pineapple Fried Rice, and each was unique and delicious.

The next time you want a date night that’s sure to impress, you gotta try OI Asian Bistro!

Cindy Fish, audience development director at Urban St.

CINDY FISH WITH VEGETABLE EGG ROLLS

PHOTO: URBAN ST./CINDY FISH

& DOUGLAS

Fab Finds saugatuck

& douglas

The Owl House

303 Butler St., Saugatuck

One-of-a-kind Handmade Wearable Art Dichroic Glass & Sterling Silver Necklace $75

Art Emporium

48 W. Center St., Douglas “Cats Rock” Rock Art $50

Lulu Cadieux

3480 Blue Star Hwy., Saugatuck

Luxury Fine Bone China Pot with 100% Soy Wax Candle by Catherine Loves $84

Saugatuck Traders

121 Butler St., Saugatuck

Tommy Bahama Flipshore Half Zip $110

Kookaburra Plaid $138

Saugatuck Hat $24

Santa Fe Trading Co.

325 Butler St., Saugatuck

Fair Trade Leaf Nightlights $25 ea.

Items and prices may vary. While supplies last.

Mr. Miller’s

Fab Finds

grand haven & spring lake

“Chocolate”

Giving Back with Step Up

By David Hoekman

About the organization

The Step Up program at Hope College provides academic and cultural enrichment for 40 local middle school students (grades 6–8). The program, which began in the fall of 2010, helps students succeed in school and develop their future potential by caring for their social, emotional and academic needs within a mentoring context. Hope College students volunteer to provide after-school mentoring and fun enrichment activities.

degree in higher education and a bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Latin American Studies and nonprofit administration. Step Up allows me to combine all my passions and provide an amazing service to the Holland community. I love being able to work with both middle school students and Hope College students.

Q. What impact does Step Up have on the community?

Q. How did you get started?

A. I was inspired to get involved with Step Up after working in higher education for several years. I have a master’s

A. In the 12 years since Step Up was created, it has served hundreds of local middle school students. These students are given opportunities and encouragement to explore higher education and future careers, in addition to the academic support they need now to be able to get there. Step Up also provides a place for Hope College education, psychology and social work majors to gain experience working with underrepresented students. They are then better prepared to enter the workforce and serve our community.

Meet Kate Lozon, program director of Step Up.

Q. Why do these organizations and their goals matter?

A. Step Up matters because we are providing crucial services to both local middle school students and Hope College students. In 2021–2022, 100% of Step Up middle school students came from an underrepresented background or received some sort of state aid. They are brilliant, funny, kind and resourceful students who just need a little extra support to get where they want to go. Step Up provides that support and encouragement to help them get to high school, graduate and, hopefully, attend college. Hope College education majors need experiences working with students from a variety of backgrounds.

Q. How can locals help or get involved?

A. Locals can give Step Up either in-kind donations such as educational materials, books, etc., or monetary donations. Volunteers also make presentations to the students or take them on field trips to area museums, businesses, etc.

Q. What is your favorite part about being involved with Step Up?

A. I love seeing the relationships that the kids build with their mentors and the differences they make in each other’s lives! n

Step Up hope.edu/offices/step-up

CALENDAREVENTS

Now through June 20

Holland: “Contemporary Portraits of Native Americans by James Cook” exhibition, Holland Museum — Glimpse into the faces of modern-day native people from across the United States and learn the stories of family, tradition and resilience in this collection of color photographs by James Cook. — hollandmuseum.org

MARCH

March 4–6

Holland: Girlfriends Weekend, Downtown Holland — Enjoy three full days of fun planned in Downtown Holland just for you! Your $45 registration fee includes a swag bag full of goodies, a coupon book with discounts and promotions to participating shops and restaurants, a complimentary mimosa at check-in, the chance to win great giveaways, and the opportunity to participate in a variety of fun in-store activities and classes all weekend long! When you register for Girlfriends Weekend, you will also have the opportunity to purchase a ticket to the Breakfast and Fashion Show at the Haworth Hotel and Conference Center on Saturday morning ($25 per person) and

the Pajama Party at the Holland Civic Center, complete with a DJ, dancing, photo booth, party favors, snacks and a cash bar! ($10 per person).

March 5

Holland: Indoor Winter Market, Holland Civic Center Place, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Over 25 vendors will be participating in the Winter Market throughout the season, providing customers with a wide product assortment of fresh produce and locally produced foods to choose from, including winter and greenhouse-grown produce, bread and other baked goods, sweet treats, honey and maple syrup, jams, coffee, bottled juices, meat and seafood, quiche, cheese and much more. — hollandfarmersmarket.com

March 12

Muskegon: Michigan Makers Market, VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. —The Michigan Makers Market is an indoor shopping event featuring 80–100 craft and fine art exhibitors, highlighting products that are handcrafted in Michigan. This winter market takes place at the new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in the heart of Downtown Muskegon and is a production of the Lakeshore

Art Festival. Join us for a fun day out and to support these talented local artisans!

March 12

Holland: St. Paddy’s Day Weekend Live Entertainment, Itty Bitty Bar, 9:30 p.m. — Trixy Tang — ittybittybar.com

March 12

Saugatuck: St. Patrick’s Day Pet Parade & Pub Crawl, Saugatuck, Parade starts at 1 p.m. — You are invited to bring your furry friends and join us for this popular annual event. Pub Crawling is encouraged and follows the Parade!

March 12

Holland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Downtown Holland, Noon —The community of Holland goes Irish for a day! The parade travels east down Eighth Street from the Eighth Street Market Place to the corner of Eighth Street between College Avenue and Columbia Avenue, where celebrations continue at New Holland Brewing Company, Hops at 84 East and the Curragh Irish Pub. Irish dancers, bagpipers and kilt-wearers are just a few of the parade highlights! Families and individuals wearing green are invited to carry Irish flags in the parade!

CALENDAREVENTS OF

March 13

Holland: 101-Item Bloody Mary Bar, Itty Bitty Bar, 9 a.m. — ittybittybar.com

March 14–31

Saugatuck: 5th Annual Mountainfilm on Tour: Saugatuck 2022, Saugatuck Center for the Arts — Saugatuck Center for the Arts hosts film programs celebrating adventure and the great outdoors and is bringing that to you through a powerful digital festival experience plus exciting new outdoor activities. An unforgettable lineup of films showcase makers, thinkers, explorers and doers from across the globe. Children’s

Film Festival is March 14–31 (virtual) and March 23–24 (in person). Family Film Festival is March 19. Community Film Festival is March 25–26.

March 25: Evening feature film followed by concert with Wildermiss; March 26: Short films throughout the day with an evening feature film. — sc4a.org

March 19

Muskegon: MuskeCon, Delta by Marriot Lakeshore Ballroom, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. — A comic book and toy convention. — muskecon.com

March 19

Holland: Indoor Winter Market, Holland Civic Center Place, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Over 25 vendors will be participating in the Winter Market throughout the season, providing customers with a wide product assortment of fresh produce and locally produced foods to choose from, including winter and greenhouse-grown produce, bread and other baked goods, sweet treats, honey and maple syrup, jams, coffee, bottled juices, meat and seafood, quiche, cheese and much more.

— hollandfarmersmarket.com

CALENDAREVENTS OF

March 20

Zeeland: Holland Symphony Orchestra presents Classics Discovery: Out of this World, Zeeland East High School Auditorium. 3:30–5 p.m. — Formerly known as the Family Concert, this family-friendly event will be enjoyable for all ages! This concert features stunning video footage of the sun straight from NASA set to music. — hollandsymphony.org

March 26

Holland: Bridal Showcase, Beechwood Grill, Noon–2 p.m. – Join Beechwood Grill for a free bridal showcase in its newly remodeled banquet facility. Sample amazing food, meet other vendors and win prizes! – beechwoodgrill.com

April 8

Holland: Carbonaro: Lies On Stage, Holland Civic Center Place, 7 p.m. — America’s favorite trickster makes a triumphant return to live performances in Carbonaro: Lies on Stage, conjuring up a concoction of unbelievable magic, hysterical offbeat shenanigans and wonder for audiences of all ages. We’d say you have to see it to believe it, but you won’t believe a thing when you’re in the presence of Michael Carbonaro!

— hollandciviccenter.com

April 15-24

foods to choose from, including winter and greenhouse-grown produce, bread and other baked goods, sweet treats, honey and maple syrup, jams, coffee, bottled juices, meat and seafood, quiche, cheese, and much more.

— hollandfarmersmarket.com

April 16

Muskegon: Muskegon Guns and Hoses Charity Hockey Game, Lakeshore Sports Centre, 5 p.m.

—muskegongunsandhoses.com

April 21

APRIL

April 2

Holland: Indoor Winter Market, Holland Civic Center Place, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Over 25 vendors will be participating in the Winter Market throughout the season, providing customers with a wide product assortment of fresh produce and locally produced foods to choose from, including winter and greenhouse-grown produce, bread and other baked goods, sweet treats, honey and maple syrup, jams, coffee, bottled juices, meat and seafood, quiche, cheese, and much more. — hollandfarmersmarket.com

Muskegon: Blue Ribbon: No Excuse for Abuse Virtual 5K — April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! Run, walk, paddle, pedal, swim or roll with us to bring awareness to the thousands of children abused each year in our county, state and nationwide. Complete your 5K between April 15 and 24. Registration includes a T-shirt, medal and race bib, if registered before March 18. Registration is $30 per person. Hosted by Child Abuse Council Muskegon. — childabusecouncil.org/ registration

April 16

Holland: Indoor Winter Market, Holland Civic Center Place, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Over 25 vendors will be participating in the Winter Market throughout the season, providing customers with a wide product assortment of fresh produce and locally produced

Holland: The Flourish Society Spring Soiree´, Seventy-Six restaurant, 5:30–10:30 p.m. — Join The Flourish Society in celebrating all things spring + flourishing. Reserve your seat today for food, fun and friendly company. Tickets are limited to 30, so grab them while they last! Invite a friend and get ready to enjoy a lovely night out! We’ll be at SeventySix in downtown Holland for drinks + mingling, along with a two-course dinner and program. You’ll be able to see old friends, make new ones and learn how The Flourish Society is impacting women in our community with a sense of belonging and flourishing together.

— theflourishsociety.org

April 21-23; 29-30

Holland: Guys On Ice, Holland Community Theatre — HCT brings you a somewhat twisted take on the secret world

CALENDAREVENTS OF

of ice fisherman. Guys on Ice spends a day in the life of Marvin and Lloyd — fishing buddies and home-grown philosophers. With musical numbers like, “The Wishing Hole,” “Ode to a Snowmobile Suit,” “Fish is the Miracle Food” and “The One That Got Away,” Guys on Ice works not only as a serious anthropological study but as a musical comedy as well. — thehollandcommunitytheatre.com

April 22–23

Muskegon: Muskegon Lakeshore Home, Garden + Boat Show 2022, VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, Friday: 4–7 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. — Featuring over 60 exhibitors including everything from windows, boats, gutters and painting to home décor, furniture, landscaping and much more! Back by popular demand, the Do-It-Yourself and Demonstration seminars will highlight floral design, cooking demonstrations and more! — muskegonhgs.org

April 24

Whitehall: Trash Bash, White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, 1–4 p.m. — White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce seeks the public’s help to act as “Trash Bashers” and clean up North and South of the bike trail, shoreline areas and waterways at Trash Bash 2022! Come one, come all! Groups and volunteers with waders, kayaks, and/or canoes are greatly needed. Meet at the Chamber of Commerce where an action plan will be announced. Volunteers are asked to dress accordingly with sunscreen, gloves, hats, etc. Trash bags, gloves and refreshments will be supplied. — whitelake.org

April 28

Holland: History Mystery Trivia Night Fundraiser, Holland Armory, 5:30–8:30 p.m.— Join the Holland Museum for a friendly trivia competition! Bring a group or come alone to enjoy food, drinks and the chance to win prizes. No history degree required! RSVP required for this event. No walk-ins will be accepted. To reserve your table, please contact Katie Baker by April 15 — 616-796-3322, kbaker@hollandmuseum.org, hollandmuseum.org

April 30

Holland: Holland Symphony Orchestra –Classics lll: Beethoven 9, Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, 3:30–5 p.m. and 7:30–9 p.m. — hollandsymphony.org