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Friday, May 9th, 2008 |
Spring time is so busy, especially after a long slow winter. So much to do indoors and out. With the sun finally finding its way back to us, we now see all the work indoors and out that needs doing. Even our family dog had some extra grooming that needed to be taken care of. Poor thing!
I know it has been a while since I last posted but the time has just zoomed by.
Now all the spring and summer events are upon us. We have not only a lot of work at home to do but the outdoor fun is really starting to begin. There is barely time in a day for sleep.
Now all of our favorite ice cream shops have opened for business and the Harbor Front is ready for its visitors. What to do in our spare time? Take care of house chores or hang out in Grand Haven and remember why we love living here. I vote for Grand Haven.
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Wednesday, March 19th, 2008 |
In case you haven’t been down to the waterfront lately, the Grand Haven Municipal Marina is all tore up. The $1 million project to replace the docks is underway, and it is expected it will be completed by May 1.
The Grand Haven Municipal Marina sidewalks and lawn areas are completely torn up. New sidewalk for the docks and power hook-ups will be installed.
Where once there were 31 docks now there will be 28 fixed slips to accommodate larger boats. There will also be a price increase for boaters wanting to spend the night. A 24-foot boat will pay $27 a night, compared to $24 last year. Meanwhile, a 40-foot vessel will pay $48, up from $43. This will bring the price up to the premium rates that other marinas in the area are charging.
I am glad to see all these improvements to our local Grand Haven area. I think all the summer people are going to be pleasantly surprised as well.
The Grand Haven waterfront area just keeps getting better and better. It won’t be long now until all these boaters get into the water. Hopefully no one will be turned away from our Municipal Marina when they come to dock for the night. Grand Haven loves its boaters.
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Monday, March 3rd, 2008 |
Daylight savings time returns along the lakeshore this coming weekend. March 9, 2008 is when the daylight savings time begins in Michigan and across the nation.
The return of daylight savings time is welcome news after a long winter here in Michigan. We have had record snow falls and long dark days for far too long along the lakeshore.
More daylight hours means spring is around the corner here. We will actually be able to go out in the evening and it will still be light. Cabin fever is coming to an end for many of us.
So, do not forget to spring a head this weekend March 9, 2008 as daylight savings returns along the lakeshore in Michigan.
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Monday, February 25th, 2008 |
The last day for the registration for The Ride is this Friday Februrary 29, 2008. The Ride event is held at the Lakes Mall in Muskegon, Michigan.
The Ride is a unique event on Saturday, March 15, 2008 geared to get everyone’s legs and hearts pounding! Forty five teams of eight cyclists - riding bicycles mounted on trainers-will race in 25-minute intervals for a chance to win serious cycling and lighthearted awards.
Form a Team - Anyone can form a team consisting of eight members and one alternate. Each team must provide one bike (exercise cycles are not allowed) to be mounted on a trainer. Each team member will ride for 25 minutes. Participants will receive refreshments and a commemorative gift. The entry fee is $400 per team, just $50 per rider. Some teams ask an area business or company to sponsor their team! Team registration deadline is February 29, 2008 (late registration will be accepted as space allows).
To find out further information check The Ride
Be a Supporter - Make a donation of any amount to a team to help them raise funds for the Mercy H.E.A.R.T. Center.
Be a Volunteer - Don’t want to sweat? Volunteer to help on race day, or for setup the night before.
Be an Event Sponsor - Recognition is based on sponsorship level (starting at $500/year for three years). Sponsorship deadline is February 16, 2008 (late submission will be accepted as space allows.
The Ride event is a fundraiser benefitting Mercy General Health Partner’s Mercy H.E.A.R.T. Center. All proceeds will support the H.E.A.R.T. Center’s Charles F. Schuler, Jr., Memorial Fund. The Fund’s purpose is to educate our community about the importance of having a healthy heart through exercise, proper nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices for the entire family.
Proceeds will be used to purchase health educational materials and equipment, exercise equipment, host family health fairs and symposiums for the Greater Muskegon community to sponsor families who have limited financial resources, which may preclude them from attending health classes or programs offered at the H.E.A.R.T. Center.
Come to the Muskegon Lakes Mall on March 15 to root for your team participating in The Ride.
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Wednesday, February 13th, 2008 |
Fire hydrants are getting buried with snow. This is a dangerous and serious situation. Keeping fire hydrants cleared of snow is of every-ones concern. This is not only happening in the Grand Haven and Spring Lake areas but through out Michigan.
With the over abundance of snow it is hard to get to the fire hydrants by the fire department. Any delay that the fire department has in getting access to a fire hydrant could mean the difference between life and death. It could also mean the difference between a total loss in a fire and a small contained fire.
The hydrant snow removal should not only be left to the homeowner whose property it sits on but to the whole community that uses that hydrant. Many homes are left vacant during this winter, either due to the homeowner leaving for the winter or the houses are standing empty.
Keeping the fire hydrants open benefits everyone. You would not want time wasted digging out a fire hydrant if you were the homeowner in need of quick response by your local fire department. Or perhaps a car fire was occurring and the fir department would lose a lot of time to get access to the water.
The city areas have fire hydrants for our benefit. Tanker trucks caring water is a much slower process and not as adequate. Plus homeowners do get an insurance break from having an accessible fire hydrant near their home.
So please while you are digging out of the snow, check to see that the fire hydrant closes to your residence is cleared of snow.
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Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 |
The Grand Landing resort is open for business in Grand Haven, Michigan. The 120,000-square-foot Village at Grand Landing includes 34,000 square feet of retail, 8,000 square feet of office, and 40 residential condominiums along the south channel of the Grand River at US-31 and Jackson Avenue.
Plantenga’s Cleaners
Jimmy John’s - Gourmet Sandwiches - America’s #1 Sandwich Delivery!
Earth’s Edge - Outdoor Gear with such names as Patagonia, North Face, Marmot, Go Lite, Prana, Smartwool, Dansko, Watergirl, Royal Robbins, Arborwear, Keen, Chaco, Merrell, Mountainsmith, Capilene
Sweet Temptations
Sunflower Gourmet - Opening in April 2008
Culver’s
Also the Channel, Rockpile Surf Shop and other signature shops will fill the store space on this phase of the villiage.
The next phase scheduled to begin this year will have all-main-level condos at Harbor View, Waterfront condos fronting the South Channel, and a nine-story Tower featuring penthouses and condos on the upper levels and a hotel on the lower levels.
The 130 condominiums vary in size from 767-square-foor units to a 4,000-square-foot penthouse. Prices run from the $180s to $1 million. Thirty percent of the residences in The Village building have been purchased; 60 others throughout the development are reserved.
The waterfront amphitheatre at the Grand Landing will be a multipurpose facility that will feature a stage, floor-level and tiered seating that can be covered by a portable sailcloth. Throughout the spring, summer and fall, concerts, theatre and other live performances will entertain crowds at the amphitheatre. During the winter months, the amphitheatre will be transformed into an ice skating rink for all to enjoy!
Grand Landing is the ideal place to experience the rich history and character that Grand Haven provides though all four seasons. Whether you’re looking for a place to call home, a venue to celebrate a special occasion or a day away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Grand Landing is the place to be.
For more information go to : grandlanding.com/
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Thursday, January 31st, 2008 |
Sweet Temptations has now moved to the Grand Landing. Located now on the corner of Beacon and Jackson in Grand Haven, Michigan. Sweet Temptations will still be serving homemade treats and Grandpa Ray’s delicious icecream.
Sweet Temptations new location in the Grand Landing will definitely make it more excessible while hanging out on the waterfront. Not only will you be able to visit Sweet Temptations at the Grand Landing, but several other news businesses have now taken up residency there. So while you are getting your favorite treats, you will also be able to enjoy other shopping and entertaining experiences.
Sweet Temptations has also started their own website where you can order any of your favorite treats. You do not even have to live in the Grand Haven area to experience the homemade treats now. Don’t forget to order for your Valentine. There website is: http://www.sweet-temptations.com
Also remember Sweet Temptations 3rd Annual Pajama Party on March 1st - Wear your PJs and stop in for your favorite treat.
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Thursday, January 24th, 2008 |
Along the lakeshore we were hit once again with lake effect snow. Even Fido is wondering where to go.
Many areas along the lakeshore received about a foot of snow. West Olive area was plummeted once again.
Schools in the West Ottawa and Holland areas were closed for the second time this week.
Driving conditions were hazardous for several drivers early this morning. One semi-truck ran off the road at the M104 exit to Grand Haven, shutting down the south bound ramp to south US31 through Grand Haven.
Fortunately this is going to come to an end for a while and the kick-off to the Grand Haven Winterfest is going to have perfect conditions.
The weekend weather outlook looks to be kinder on us. We should be able to get out and enjoy the out of doors instead of being couped up inside trying to stay warm.
This is going to be a perfect winter weekend for the Grand Haven Winterfest.
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Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008 |
With the kids home from school today enjoying their snow day in Spring Lake and Grand Haven, what are they doing?
Are they just sitting in front of their game systems or are they being productive?
I have noticed a couple of the local kids are actually out shoveling the snow. Is yours?
I can remember the days before cable television and game systems when kids actually pitched in around the house, before they went out to play. Of course with limited TV viewing, they were not watching TV.
Or how about taking this time to catch up or get ahead on some homework. There is a thought!
Maybe you can barter a deal, that if they help out at home or get their homework completed, you will bring home a pizza and a movie for dinner.
I am sure they is some snow activities in Grand Haven or Spring Lake they would love to go play at. Just maybe if they help you out, it would give you some free time to transport them to where ever they would like to go.
Spring Lake’s ice rink is open and I am sure the Snow Bowl in Grand Haven is just the ticket for some fun outdoor activity.
Hopefully with the kids home from school today, enjoying their snow day they take the time to participate in life along the lakeshore.
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Saturday, January 19th, 2008 |
During this frigid weekend don’t forget to care for our feathered friends. Wild birds are endangered most during these cold temperatures.
When temperatures dip this low, they are predicting temperatures with the wind chill around -10% for the Spring Lake and Grand Haven area here in Michigan, many wild birds will freeze to death.
Wild birds need fresh food and water just as much this time of year as in any other time of year.
With ponds and lakes freezing over there is no water supply for these feathered creatures. Try to set out a container of water for them during the day. Fill a container with tepid water and check it frequently. Do not put anti-freeze in the water.
Also check to make sure there is adequate food for them to eat. With our up and down temperatures lately, you may find that the outlets on the bird feeders have frozen over. Make sure that these openings are open so the bird seed is flowing properly.
We enjoy our wild birds year round. But this time of year they need our help to survive the extreme temperatures. So please take care of the wild birds during the frigid weather here.
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