HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — Each Friday at 8:35 a.m. on 997 and 1450 WHTC-AM/FM, Shandra Martinez, managing editor of The Lakeshore, talks with WHTC’s Peg McNichol about people and organizations making a positive difference along the Lakeshore. Here are some of the highlights of their conversation on July 28, 2021. Listen to the complete podcast for Aug. 4, 2021: https://omny.fm/shows/whtcs-morning-news-podcast/good-things-on-the-lakeshore-with-shandra-marti-20
Ottawa County to recycle residents’ tires with grant. For the month of August, Ottawa County residents can rid themselves of discarded tires at little cost to them and help the environment at the same time.
GRCC Lakeshore Campus plans community open house. Residents will be able to get a first look at the Grand Rapids Community College’s new Lakeshore Campus during an upcoming open house. The Aug. 21 event will highlight the transformation of the facility, and staff will offer assistance to anyone ready to sign up for classes.
Pandemic spurs renewed interest in home canning. As the pandemic strained supply chains last year, many West Michigan families turned to home canning as a way to stretch their food dollars, store supplies for winter months, and be sure of what they are eating. Novices and experienced canners alike recommend home food preservation as a satisfying endeavor.
Good Things to do in August
U.S. Coast Guard Festival, through Aug. 8, 2021, throughout the Grand Haven area. Join the fun in Grand Haven, Coast Guard City USA, and celebrate the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard. While the festival first began in 1924, it was officially recognized in 1971. From a parade and fireworks to a craft fair, carnival, kids’ day, and community picnic, there is definitely something for everyone. For free and paid-event details, visit: coastguardfest.org
LST Movies on Deck, 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, at the USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, 560 Mart St. in Muskegon. Watch the animated classic movie “Toy Story” on the deck of a restored World War 2 LST (Landing Ship Tank) in Muskegon Harbor. The LST 393 , launched in Virginia in 1942 as an ocean-going ship, went on to be used for shore-to-shore delivery of tanks, amphibious assault vehicles, and troops during the war. The LST 393 is open for tours from Tuesday through Sunday until Labor Day. So even if you can’t make the movie, come for a tour of this fascinating piece of history. Free, donations accepted Details: lst393.org
White Lake Chamber Music Festival: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 through 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8. White Lake Golf Course pavilion, 6355 Michillinda Road in Whitehall. Prices and details: whitelakemusic.org.
Kalamazoo Air Zoo at Lawrence Park, 100 W. Lawrence Ave. in Zeeland 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4. Experience the story of human flight and animal adaptions in the skies. Details: allevents.in
Summer Train Show at the 1881 New Groningen Schoolhouse. 10537 Paw Paw Drive in Zeeland: 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8. Details holland.org
Summer at the Lights concerts, White River Light Station & Museum, 6199 Murray Road, Whitehall; 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Aug. 6 and 13. Details at splka.org.
Annual Lighthouse Festival, Muskegon South Pierhead, 1431 Beach St. in Muskegon; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7. Details: visitmuskegon.org.
Art in the Park, Centennial Park, 250 Central Ave. in Holland 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7. Juried art and craft fair. Details: hollandfriendsofart.com.
Check out more ideas in Sally Laukitis’ monthly column about ways to explore the Lakeshore: August Things To Do Along the Lakeshore: Festivals and family movie nights, art shows and 5Ks.
