10:43 AM Jun 15, 2011
"Consider the Lilies' is name of the latest exhibit at Second Christian Reformed Church in Grand Haven. The exhibit of flower art in 30 different media, from wood carvings and concrete flowers to various fabric art to photography and oil, includes artists from the church as well as guest artists.
3:09 PM Jun 15, 2011
The country's flag was honored and later burned Tuesday evening at separate ceremonies in Grand Haven. The local Elks Lodge, joined by members of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts in Grand Haven, held its annual Flag Day observance at Waterfront Stadium.
7:22 AM Jun 15, 2011
Today: Showers, mainly after 2 pm. High near 69. East-southeast wind at 14 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Tonight: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 8 pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8 pm. Low around 54. East-southeast wind 7 to 9 mph, becoming south-southwest. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
8:00 PM Jun 14, 2011
The Tri-Cities Family YMCA will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday. The drive is being organized by Michigan Blood - an independent, nonprofit organization that provides blood and blood products for hospitals across Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The blood drive will take place at the YMCA, 1 Y Drive in Grand Haven, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
11:07 AM Jun 14, 2011
Aspiring musicians are invited to Loutit District Library on Thursday as West Michigan musician David Rucks presents "How to Record Music: Part 2.' Ruck's program is a continuation of his first offering on April 14. Thursday's program details tips and advice for those who already have or are looking to purchase sophisticated home recording equipment. He will also include ideas after one has started the recording process, insight on advanced equipment and demonstrations on making a professional-sounding CD.
11:00 AM Jun 14, 2011
Loutit District Library's 2011 summer reading clubs - "One World, Many Stories' for children and "You Are Here' for teens - kicked off this week. Children of all ages and teens are invited to read books, attend special events, win prizes and become eligible for a grand prize drawing at the end of the program. Sign up began this week in the youth wing of the library, 407 Columbus Ave. The program continues through July 29.
10:59 AM Jun 14, 2011
The Muskegon-based Pet Pantry of Michigan will be hosting bingo in Grand Haven on Saturday to benefit the hungry animals in the community. The goal is to reach $1,000. The entry fee is $5 and each card is $1. Bring a pet food donation to receive a free bingo card (one free card per person). Doors at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1416 Washington Ave., will open at 1:30 p.m. and game play will begin at 2 p.m. Play will continue until all prizes are won. Players must be age 18 or older to play. Call Jennifer Stiles at 231-747-6986 for details.
12:01 PM Jun 14, 2011
A "green' roof set to be installed atop the Grand Haven Community Center will provide a new look to the facility. "Your typical roof is an unattractive feature,' LiveRoof LLC General Manager Dave MacKenzie said. "When you have a ‘green' roof, you have something that is beautiful.'
10:22 AM Jun 14, 2011
A water safety awareness event that began with 11 teams eight years ago has grown to 80 teams, and become one of the Tri-Cities' most recognizable beach events. The eighth annual Beach Survival Challenge is Saturday at the Grand Haven State Park. Registered teams are to check in from 8-9 a.m., with games beginning at 10 a.m. Awards for first, second and third place in each of the divisions will follow at around 4 p.m.
7:13 AM Jun 14, 2011
Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. East-southeast wind at 7 to 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. East-southeast wind around 11 mph. Wednesday: A 50-percent chance of showers after 2 pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 69. East-southeast wind at around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

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