Monthly Archives: April 2021

FCS – Board of Education Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes – 04/19/21

Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
April 19, 2021 7:00 p.m.
Board Room and Virtual via Zoom

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I. The Regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Board President, Dave Hazekamp.

II. The PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited.

III. ROLL CALL: Present –Elroy Buckner, Tim Burgess (virtual), Kris Cole, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, and Steve Kelly (virtual). Absent –Jill Brott.

IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 21-051. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Cole to approve the agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

V. PRESENTATIONS
Board President, Dave Hazekamp presented School Social Worker, Emily MacArthur with an Above and Beyond Award for her exceptional work with Shettler students and families.

Dave Hazekamp presented Robotics’ Leaders with an Above and Beyond Award for their work moving the Robotics’ Lab multiple times throughout the duration of the high school construction project.

VI. COMMUNICATIONS
None.

VII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
None.

VIII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.

IX. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 21-052. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Franklin to approve the Consent Agenda as listed below:
1. Approval Special Meeting Minutes of April 14, 2021
2. Acceptance of Bills, Monthly Financial Report, and ACH Transactions
3. Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report
4. Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report
5. Approval of Capital Projects Progress Report
6. Approval of the Personnel Report
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
1. Continuation of the Instructional Plan.
Item 21-053. MOTION by Burgess, SECOND by Cole to continue with the current learning plan with all K-12 students not in the 100% virtual program attend school under a normal full-day, 5-day per week schedule.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

2. MAISD Biennial Election Resolution for Consideration.
Item 21-054. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to consider and discuss the upcoming MAISD biennial election.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

3. Selection of a Superintendent Search Firm.
Item 21-055. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Kelly to select MASB to conduct the Superintendent search for Fruitport Community Schools. Roll call vote: Buckner, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; Kelly, Yes. Absent – Brott.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

XI. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Chartwells’ Contract Renewal.
Item 21-056. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the 2021-22 Chartwells’ contract for management services, including the summer school addendum, as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Nothing to report.

XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Secondary Special Education Programming Proposal.
Item 21-057. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Buckner to approve the workshop model proposed for secondary special education, as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0

XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Dave Hazekamp spoke about School Improvement Plan changes which includes moving the process from “school-based” to “district-based” among other important features.

Kris Cole spoke about the high school and middle school Robotics’ teams. The high school team earned the Chairman’s Award for the second year in a row. The middle school team has started participating in virtual competitions and will be hosting a virtual competition in the weeks to come.

XV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet May 10, 2021 at 11:30 a.m.
2. Personnel Committee will meet May 10, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
3. Student Affairs Committee will meet May 12, 2021 at 12:00 p.m.

XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Retired Principal, Amy Upham thanked the Board for doing what is best for the district. She appreciates the unity of the Board and believes they are doing a fantastic job!

Robotics’ Coach, Joe Hebert thanked the board for their support of the Robotics’ program. He expressed his appreciation for the support of the principals, parents, and alumni as well.

XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Item 21-058. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Franklin to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Steve Kelly
Board Secretary

Maribeth Clarke
Recording Secretary

FCS – Board of Education Special Meeting Minutes – 04/14/21

Fruitport Board of Education
Special Board Meeting
April 14, 2021 6:00 p.m.
Board Room

Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95120896152?pwd=bEFsQWJWVEkzQ0ZOQvgvOVhwNHFDUT09

I. The Special Meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Board President, Dave Hazekamp.

II. ROLL CALL: Present – Jill Brott, Elroy Buckner, Tim Burgess (virtual), Kris Cole, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, and Steve Kelly (virtual).

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 21-048. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Brott to approve the agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

IV. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
1. Approval of Workshop Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2021
Item 21-049. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to approve the Workshop Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2021.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

2. Superintendent Search Firm Presentations
MASB, Hulings and Associates, and Michigan Leadership Institute presented information on the upcoming superintendent search. All three firms reviewed their proposal for executive search services. A question and answer session followed each presentation.

3. Selection of a Superintendent Search Firm
A round table discussion was held regarding the three proposals. It was decided to table the decision until the Regular Board Meeting on April 19, 2021.

4. Other
None.

V. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.

VI. ADJOURNMENT
Item 21-050. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Maribeth Clarke, Board Secretary

Fruitport Community Schools Special Board Meeting Agenda – 05/03/21

Fruitport Community Schools
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Monday, May 3, 2021 – 6:00 p.m.
Board Room/Virtual

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AGENDA

I. CALL to ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

IV. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS

Approval of Workshop Minutes of March 22, 2021 (attachment IV-1)
MASB Discussion Regarding Superintendent Search
Other

V. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

VI. ADJOURNMENT

*Time is provided for members of the audience to address the Board of Education regarding any topic including items on the agenda. The board is providing one opportunity for the public to comment during the meeting. Members of the audience may wish to bring issues to the Board of Education for board consideration. Time limits may be placed if a large number of individuals would like to address the board.

Statewide Gift Card Scavenger Hunt Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week – May 2 – 8, 2021

Visit Muskegon joins with 30 Michigan Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus (CVBs) for a statewide gift card scavenger hunt to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, May 2 – 8, 2021

MUSKEGON, MI – The impact of Covid-19 has been felt by all of us, including the travel industry. One thing is certain: travel and tourism remain as important as they were prior to Covid-19. “Travel and tourism play a major role in Michigan’s economy, and as more people across the country receive the vaccine and demand for travel rises, we are certain travel to Muskegon County and Pure Michigan will increase exponentially,” said Bob Lukens, Director of Visit Muskegon, the countywide convention and visitors bureau. “With increasing numbers of travelers come the jobs that build the local and state economies.”

To encourage visitors to travel and explore new places in Michigan, the Michigan Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus (MACVB) marketing committee, in coordination with National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), has created an engaging, statewide campaign to help promote the NTTW theme “Power of Travel”.

National Travel and Tourism Week is an annual, week long, celebration of the U.S. travel community. Travel and tourism professionals across the country join forces to salute and promote the value of travel; what it means to our economy, businesses and personal well-being. In 2021 NTTW shines a light on the POWER OF TRAVEL. The MACVB picks up the torch and carries it forward with #MIPowerOfTravel.

Visit Muskegon is among 31 participating state CVB’s who have collected gift cards valued at $100 (or combination totaling $100) to restaurants, shops, attractions and lodgings in our communities. Participating CVB’s will receive a gift card package from another region and then hide the gift cards somewhere in their community. Social media posts will provide various clues to fans on where to find them. For example: A Frankenmuth visitor, or local, may find gift cards valued at $100 to Muskegon County area businesses and attractions, providing incentive to visit, stay overnight, and patronize our shops and tourism spots.

The program also includes ten grand prize overnight vacation packages. Social media audiences are asked to share a photo of their favorite overnight vacation in Michigan using the hashtag #MIPowerOfTravel to be entered for these.

Travel Michigan (Michigan.org) will be supporting the initiative with social media posts as well as its own landing page on Michigan.org. The landing page will provide further details on how guests can participate in the Scavenger Hunt program

Visit Muskegon extends gratitude to the donors who made it possible for Muskegon County to be included in the #MIPowerOfTravel promotion: Aquastar Cruises, Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque, Pigeon Hill Brewing Company, Ice Box Ice Cream, Yodels Frozen Yogurt, USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Russ’ Restaurants and Shoreline Inn & Conference Center, Ascend Hotel Collection.

2020 Census Population Counts for Apportionment

submitted by Ottawa County

On April 26, 2021 the US Census Bureau released the 2020 Census Apportionment Results which include new figures for state resident population counts, apportionment population counts, and overseas population counts. This post contains a summary of the population count updates and apportionment updates. Apportionment population results are used to calculate the number of seats in the US House of Representatives to which each state is entitled.

According to the new population count data, Michigan has gained 193,691 residents since 2010 — a 2.0% increase — for a total population of 10,077,331 residents. Because of the population increases in Georgia and North Carolina, Michigan has dropped from the eight most populous state in 2010 to the tenth most populous state in 2020.

This map from the Census Bureau shows the change in resident population for each state:

Despite a gain in resident population, the increase in other states’ populations will result in a decrease of 1 seat for Michigan in the House of Representatives for a total of 13 seats.

This map from the Census Bureau shows the change in apportionment for each state:

There is currently no official release date for 2020 Census county population data, but it is likely to be released this year.

Please reference the following links for more information:

Source: US Census Bureau Press Release on 2020 Census Population Counts for Apportionment https://www.census.gov/data/tables/2020/dec/2020-apportionment-data.html

Learn more about apportionment.

LowellArts Invites You To GETAWAY, A New Gallery Exhibit Opening May 1

LOWELL, MI –LowellArts invites visitors to GETAWAY, a new gallery exhibit opening on May 1. The exhibit features artwork by 100 artists from Michigan that celebrates the places or moments in time that provide us a chance to retreat, relax, and recharge. Artists ages 14+ were invited to submit artwork, in any medium, that fit this theme. Entries could be either representational or abstract depictions of locations, objects, or an atmosphere meant to inspire, uplift, and transport the viewer to a place of rest or renewal.

The artwork will be on display at the LowellArts Gallery, 223 W Main St, Lowell, MI 49331, from May 1 to June 12. Gallery hours are: Tues-Fri 10am-6pm and Sat 12-5pm.

For more, visit www.lowellartsmi.org/getaway

About LowellArts
LowellArts connects artists and audiences through the visual and performing arts. Located on Main Street in downtown Lowell, LowellArts is a vibrant arts organization that has served the greater Lowell community since 1977. Annual programming includes: rotating gallery exhibitions, art and theater classes, house concerts, community theater, the Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series (featuring free evening concerts every Thursday June through August by the Flat River), and the Fallasburg Arts Festival (a two-day juried art fair with 100+ artists, live music, and craft demonstrations held at Fallasburg Park).

Ottawa County Preliminary Unemployment Rate for March 2021

The preliminary unemployment rates for March 2021 were released recently by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. Ottawa County’s unemployment rate has decreased from a high of 20.4% in April 2020 to 4.3% in March 2021. This is currently the third-lowest unemployment rate in Michigan, with rates ranging from 16.2% in Mackinac County to 3.2% in Livingston County.

Read more from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget

Home, Garden + Boat Show Opens New Convention Center

from the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce

The weekend of April 16 + 17 the Muskegon Lakeshore Home, Garden + Boat show successfully opened the new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in downtown Muskegon. With the increase in space, the show was able to have over 60 local businesses and create a new addition of boat dealers and marine exhibitors. A wide range of DIY and demonstration seminars were also offered from cooking demonstrations to boater safety to floral arranging. Thank you to everyone that attended and our exhibitors and sponsors for making this the most successful show yet!

Muskegon Pregnancy Services’ RiseUp Advocate Training

Never Underestimate The Power of Impact You Can Have On Someone’s Life.

As an advocate trained in our Rise Up Program, you can be a positive person that brings emotional support and parenting resources for an expectant mother or father during their pregnancy and beyond.

Limited Seating Available.
Call today to reserve your training spot
231-726-2677

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In Person Events Happening in Muskegon County – Monday April 26, – Sunday May 2, 2021

*Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events*
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org

Monday April 26 :

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Open seven days a week! Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite
Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Tuesday April 27:

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

2021 Cheers and Chocolate Community Crawl
April 1 – April 30
This event encourages the whole community to frequent area businesses to purchase the featured Cheers items in support of both the business and Every Woman’s Place. “Joining efforts with popular businesses in our community allows us to increase our messaging to survivors who may not otherwise reach out to for assistance.” This full month of community engagement will be capped off by the Community Crawl Finish Line. The Finish Line is an all-day “eat, drink and stroll” through the Muskegon downtown Social District, with live entertainment at the end of the evening, which will be broadcast on MuskegonChannel.com for those wishing to attend virtually. Community Crawl Finish Line (April 24, 5-8 pm)
The Finish Line will also feature the sale of boxed hand-made chocolates prepared especially for Cheers & Chocolate by the student chefs of the Culinary Institute of Michigan. In-person and virtual attendees of the Finish Line can reserve their choice of boxed chocolates, priced from $10 to $20 and in 4-count, 8-count, or 12-count sizes, for pickup either at EWP or the Finish Line. This event raises funds to support the work of Every Woman’s Place. For 45 years, Every Woman’s Place has provided support to victims of domestic and sexual violence. EWP provides safe shelter, a 24-Hour Crisis Line, counseling, a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), legal advocacy and services for men, women, and children who have been affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. For a complete list of businesses participating visit www.everywomansplace.org 231-759-7909

Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
Quilts are made from an endless combination of patterns, colors, fabrics, and techniques. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Wednesday April 28:

Knitting for Beginners: Twisted Headband
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Students ages 12+ $55 for non-members $49.50 for ACWL-Nuveen Members
In this Knitting for Beginners class, you will learn the basics and beyond – enough to get you started on a Twisted or Untwisted Headband. Students will learn basic knitting terminology, how to start and finish a project, and specific stitches for the headband project. All supplies will be provided by the Art Council of White Lake-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. and will be yours to keep. This includes two, 5mm yarn needles, 4 oz of soft pink or light grey yarn, and a yarn needle.
Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/…/knitting-for-beginners… for questions call 231-893-2524

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday April 29:

Open Studio Session: Climate Art
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Community members are invited to drop-in to the ACWL-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. to create climate-related art! If you don’t have any ideas for inspiration, White Lake Area Climate Action Council volunteers will be on hand to share information about climate changes affecting our area. You will also have the opportunity to have your artwork displayed at area businesses as part of the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition. Prizes will be awarded! To be included in the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition, artists must submit either a 12″x12″ repurposed canvas or 12″x12″ cardboard square to the ACWL-Nuveen by April 19. ACWL-Nuveen will have both on hand, although repurposed canvases are limited. Registration is required: www.artswhitelake.org/open-studio-session. Questions: 231-893-2524

Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1 Lakeshore Sports Arena 4470 Airline Rd. Muskegon, MI 49444 The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday. Social distance is required.

Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Thursdays
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Free museum admission all day every Thursdays at the Muskegon Art museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave., compliments of The Meijer Foundation. Please remember your mask.

Friday April 30:

Sister Act: Live in Concert! (Drive-In Live Theatre)
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Join the Muskegon Civic Theatre at the Mart Dock located at 560 Mart Dock in downtown Muskegon for a LIVE concert production of Sister Act. Drive up, tune in your radio, and we’ll cover the rest! Enjoy LIVE THEATRE from the comfort of your own car! We’re bringing you the family favorite live on stage in concert format! Our volunteer actors will perform the show live in front of you — giving you the chance to see and hear live theatre magic from the comfort and safety of your own vehicle. www.muskegoncivictheatre.org for tickets. 231-903-0669 General Admission tickets: $25 per person; Gates open at 7:00pm; ALL PARKING SPOTS – FIRST COME FIRST SERVED

Live Music at Smash Wine Bar Bistro
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Live Music Fridays & Saturdays located at 415 W. Western Ave. 8pm-10pm. Check their website www.smashwinebar.com or FB page for the schedule.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Open seven days a week! Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Saturday May 1:

Hackley and Hume Historic Sites Open for the Season
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Opening Day! Season runs through Sunday, October 31, 2021
During our touring season, we are open for tours that will be starting every 30 minutes. Tours at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site located at 484 W. Webster Ave. usually take about an hour. The tickets are sold in the City Barn (Carriage House) at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. With a purchased ticket, visitors will enjoy a classic Hackley and Hume tour at the site, the Scolnik House of the Depression Era, and the Fire Barn Museum. Visitors are welcome to walk-in during open hours. The last tour leaves at 4:00 pm. Adults $15 Seniors (65+) $12 Kids 2-12 $5 Free Parking on Webster Avenue and 6th Street

Derby Day at Wonderland Distilling
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
It’s Kentucky Derby Day at Wonderland Distilling located at 1989 Lakeshore Dr. in Lakeside! Wear your biggest, fanciest hat, and enjoy a mint julep with us while we watch the horses race on TV at the cocktail bar. Official race time is 6:50 p.m., but we’ll be serving mint juleps and wearing big hats all day!

Wonderland Distilling – Cask Strenght Blend of Straight Whiskies Bottle Release
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Our Cask Strength Whiskey is bottled and ready to go! We are releasing a VERY limited quantity on May 1, beginning at noon. Wonderland is located at 1989 Lakeshore Dr. We’ll have 144 bottles from this batch (Batch #3!). Tasting notes: Wonderland’s Cask Strength Blend of Straight Whiskeys is a whiskey for whiskey lovers, and a true collector’s bottle.

Live Music at Smash Wine Bar Bistro
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Live Music Fridays & Saturdays located at 415 W. Western Ave. 8pm-10pm. Check their website www.smashwinebar.com or FB page for the schedule.

Acrylic Paint Pouring: Dirty Flip Cup
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Come create with Sabryna at the McLaughlin Community Fellowship (1198 Spring St.). 25% of the proceeds from this workshop will go to the McLaughlin Community Center, where it is hosted. Acrylic Paint Pouring is fun, a bit messy, and a little unpredictable too. Come spend a Saturday afternoon with Sabryna and learn how to make your own serendipitous work of art. Students will learn about the materials, tools and techniques needed in this form of paint pouring and each participant will create their own 11″ x 14″ painting. Registration is $20 per person. Tools and materials provided. Seating is limited, so please register ahead of time. This class is for ages 8+ (8-14 with adult supervision) and materials and tools will be provided. Class size is limited, so please register ahead of time.

Beginner’s Chainmaille – Celtic Pattern Bracelet
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Come and learn the medieval art form of Chainmaille by creating a bracelet in the Celtic pattern style. $20 Registration includes all of the materials used to create one bracelet as well as written instructions that you will be able to keep and two hours of instruction. Tools will be provided. Seating is limited, so please register ahead of time. 25% of the proceeds from this workshop will go to the McLaughlin Community Center, where it is hosted located at 1198 Spring St.

Ceramics and Wine Tasting At BoomTown Market
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Paint your masterpiece at Boomtown Market located at 351 W. Western Ave. Cost $35 while experiencing four unique wines. Choose from a flower pot or a travel mug. Create something great for yourself or, hey, Mother’s Day is coming up. Finished pieces will be kiln fired and ready for you a few days later.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Open seven days a week! Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Muskegon Risers Home Soccer Game vs Colorado Inferno FC
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Colorado Inferno F.C., is flying to Muskegon to play soccer at the Mercy Health Arena located at 470 W. Western Ave. The Inferno will bring a unique arena soccer brand and style to face the Risers. Tickets are available now at www.muskegonrisers.com/tickets # GORISERS! Tickets are just $7 each!

Art Class at City Center Arts: Urban Photo Walk with Photographer Dianne Carroll Burdick
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Local photographer Dianne Carroll Burdick leads an exploration of the urban environment, beginning at City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave., and then moving outdoors to photograph downtown Muskegon. Bring your camera. Class is $35 per person.

Muskegon Farmers Indoor Winter Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open indoors Saturdays until May. For COVID19 safety measures, the market will have a different look and feel this year: Please wear your mask and walk within the direction arrows. Thank you

Sweetwater Local Foods MarketSweetwater Local Foods Market – OFFERING PREORDERS FOR PICKUP
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market, 6401 Harvey St.
Sweetwater Local Foods Market will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Sign up for the newsletter to get your order in here: https://tinyletter.com/SweetwaterLocalFoodsMkt or get the list from the website here: sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust! They are open year-round.

Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
BoomTown Market, 351 W. Western Ave
Boomtown Market in Downtown Muskegon invites you to free Draft, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Sample unique Craft Beers on Tap from all around Michigan! If you like it, we’ll can a 32 ounce-er for you right then and there!

Sunday May 2:

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Open seven days a week! Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Ask Dr. Universe – Saturn’s rings

Dr. Universe: How did Saturn’s rings form? -Amelia, 9, Washington State

Dear Amelia,

We still don’t know exactly how the rings around Saturn formed, but scientists who study Saturn’s rings have come up with a couple of ideas.

One common theory many scientists agree upon is that Saturn’s rings are made from the little leftover pieces of what used to be a moon.

My friend David Atkinson is really curious about the solar system and told me more about it. He is a graduate of Washington State University and now works at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He also worked on the Cassini-Huygens space research mission which helped us learn more about Saturn, Saturn’s large moon Titan, and the entire Saturn system.

He said that when we investigate questions about Saturn’s rings, it helps to know about both moons and gravity.

Moons are usually smaller than their planets. Our Earth has just one moon, but Saturn has 82 moons. Each moon has a name, such as Titan, Enceladus, Mimas, Dione — just to name a few.

According to NASA, there are likely another 29 moons around Saturn, but we are still waiting to confirm the discoveries and give the moons their names.

Saturn, like Earth and other planets, also has gravity around it. The gravity gets weaker the further away you travel from the planet.

Atkinson said that for each moon, Saturn’s gravity on the side of the moon that faces the planet is stronger than the gravity on the side that faces away from the planet.

“The gravity stretches the moon out a little bit,” he said. We call this a tidal force.

He told me the story about a scientist named Édouard Roche who figured out that if a moon gets close enough to a planet, this stretching force will be so strong that it can break a moon apart.

“The theory is there was a small moon of Saturn that got too close to the planet. That small moon got inside Saturn’s Roche Limit, or inside that special distance, and the tidal force broke the moon into pieces,” Atkinson said. “Those pieces spread themselves around the planet and that is the ring.”

Throughout the years, scientists have been able to study the size, thickness and materials that make up Saturn’s rings. We’ve learned that the rings are made up of rocks, ice and dust. Scientists have also asked what would happen if we took all of the materials that make up Saturn’s rings and packed them together.

“It turns out that it would pack together into a pretty small-size moon,” Atkinson said.

You know, Saturn isn’t the only planet that has ring systems. Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune also have rings, too. But the rings are pretty faint and much harder to see, even with a telescope.

There is still so much to discover about our solar system and the worlds beyond our Earth. Maybe one day you can help us learn more about the way different planets form and help us find answers to big questions just like this one.

Sincerely,
Dr. Universe

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Cancellation of Fruitport Old Fashioned Days 2021

After much consideration, the Fruitport Lions Club has decided to cancel Fruitport Old Fashioned Days for this year. We will, however, hold a virtual 5K road race and a virtual bike run.

There has been a myriad of things that helped us make the decision to cancel. First – Covid-19 numbers are continuing to rise. We thought since our event was the end of May we could still do it. Second – the responsibilities of the club would include social distancing for all activities, the carnival would need to be fenced in with ingress and egress spots, a limit of 1000 people including staff must be accounted for and these things would be hard to do especially on getting volunteers and the cost of fencing. Third – large gatherings were a contributing factor to cancelling the fireworks and the parade.

We do not want to become the source of spreading the virus so we will have to wait until next year to try our event again.

Pat Stressman, Chairperson
Fruitport Old Fashioned Days

Village of Fruitport Council Meeting Minutes – 03/29/21

VILLAGE OF FRUITPORT
COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 29TH, 2021

1. Call to Order
President Roger Vanderstelt called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.

2. Roll Call
Present: Roger Vanderstelt, Amy Haack, Carl Rothenberger, Bill Overkamp, Jeff Guiles and Ann LaCroix

3. Approval of March 29th Meeting Agenda
Motion made by Amy to approve the March 29th meeting agenda, supported by Bill. With a unanimous vote, the motion carried.

4. Approval of the January 18th meeting minutes
Motion made by Amy to approve the February council meeting minutes, the March 13th work session minutes, and the March 22nd public hearing minutes, supported by Bill. With a unanimous vote, the motion carried.

5. Public Comment
None

6. Correspondence
Ann read a letter from the Church of Seventh Day Adventist; students will be canvassing the area this summer. Ann read a letter from Mark Oldenburg, 270 Pine regarding the Temporary Local Watercraft Control Application. He stated the water is down about 3 feet from last year and does not think it is necessary right now. If possible if the permit you are applying for give some discretion that would be ideal.

7. Reports from Officers.
Amy gave an update on the Playground. A public input event will be held in May. Amy gave an update on the Senior Millage. We received approval from our County Commissioner to submit the application for funding this year.
Carl had nothing to report.
Bill had nothing to report.
Jeff questioned the size of the Personnel Committee now that the council size has been reduced. The Personnel Committee needs to be reduced to two members in the Committee.
Roger had nothing to report.

Motion made by Amy at 7:08pm to close the Council meeting, supported by Jeff, with a unanimous vote the motion carried.
Motion made by Jeff to open the Budget hearing, supported by Amy, with a unanimous vote
The motion carried.

8. Budget Hearing
Roger asked if anyone had any questions about the 2021-2022 budget that was discussed in the budget meeting. No one had any questions or comments. Roger questioned if there was any Public Comment, no comments were made.

Motion made by Amy to close the Budget hearing at 7:10pm, supported by Jeff, with a unanimous vote the motion carried.
Motion made by Amy to open the Council meeting, supported by Carl, with a unanimous vote the motion carried.

9. 2021-2022 Budget Adoption
Motion made by Roger to approve the budget as presented, supported by Jeff. Roll call AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None
Budget resolution offered by Roger, supported by Jeff. Roll call AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt NAYS: None (Resolution attached).

10. Motto
Amy advised that we need to work on a Village Motto. She will send out an email to council and review suggestions at the next council meeting.

11. Temporary Local Watercraft Control Application/Resolution
Roger and council discussed the input from the Public Hearing. Temporary Local Watercraft Control Resolution offered by Roger, supported by Jeff. Roll call AYES: Haack, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt NAYS: None Absent: Rothenberger (left meeting at 7:19pm) (Resolution attached).

12. 7th & Peach
Roger gave an update on the work at 7th & Peach.

13. Kayak Launch Update and Approval of Purchases
Amy advised of a virtual meeting with Prein & Newhof. Working on submitting information to the DEQ. The parking lot and launch will be completed in the late summer or early fall. Motion made by Amy to approve the purchase of the kayak launch pad and gang way in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00, supported by Jeff. Roll call AYES: Haack, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt NAYS: None Absent: Rothenberger.

14. Public Comment
None

15. Warrants
Motion made by Jeff to approve the warrants, supported by Bill. Roll call AYES: Haack, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None Absent: Rothenberger

16. Adjournment
Motion made by Jeff to adjourn the meeting at 7:47pm, supported by Bill. With a unanimous vote the motion carried.

Respectfully submitted by,

Ann LaCroix
Clerk

Village of Fruitport Budget Council Meeting Minutes – 03/29/21

VILLAGE OF FRUITPORT
BUDGET COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 29, 2021

1. Call to Order
President Roger Vanderstelt called the meeting to order at 6:00pm.

2. Roll Call
Present: Roger Vanderstelt, Amy Haack, Carl Rothenberger, Bill Overkamp, Jeff Guiles and Ann LaCroix

3. Approval of the March 29th Budget meeting Agenda
Motion made by Bill to approve the March 29th budget meeting agenda, supported by Jeff. With a unanimous vote, the motion carried.

4. Public Comment
None

5. 2021-2022 Budget

A. Boat launch attendant – Roger discussed increasing the boat launch attendant wage to $14.00 per hour. He also would like to increase the attendant’s hours at the launch and handling other responsibilities for the Village this year. Motion made by Jeff to increase the boat launch attendant wage to $14.00 per hour and that the President has authority to approve the hours that the attendant works, supported by Amy. Roll call: AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None
B. Council wages – Ann reviewed the current wording of the ordinance regarding President, council, and clerk meeting pay and maximum meetings per month. Motion made by Bill to move forward with the ordinance change of meeting pay and to increase the meeting pay maximum from 4 meetings to 6 meetings per month, supported by Jeff. Roll call AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None. Ann will prepare the revised ordinance to present at the next council meeting.
C. DPW Wishlist – a review was made of the DPW Wishlist. These items will be reviewed and discussed throughout the year. Roger discussed the need for an aerator. A discussion took place. Motion made by Bill to approve the purchase of an aerator in an amount not to exceed $3000.00, supported by Carl. Roll call: AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None
D. Advanced Pavement Marking Services – Roger advised that this company agreed to do the pavement marking at the same cost as last year if we confirm by April 19th. A discussion took place about seal coating of the basketball court. This item is tabled until the next meeting so that further information can be researched. Bill agreed to work on this item with the DPW Supervisor.
E. Bridge Street Lights – Roger gave an overview of the flashing lights installed on Bridge Street.
F. Ann reviewed the budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.

6. 2020-2021 Budget Amendments

G. Ann reviewed the amendments that need to be made to the current year budget (See attached). Motion made by Amy to approve the amendments as presented, supported by Carl. Roll call: AYES: Haack, Rothenberger, Overkamp, Guiles and Vanderstelt. NAYS: None

7. Public Comment
None

8. Adjournment
Motion made by Bill to adjourn the meeting at 6:54pm, supported by Amy. With a unanimous vote, the motion carried.

Respectfully submitted by,

Ann LaCroix
Clerk/Treasurer

Village of Fruitport Public Hearing Minutes – 03/22/21

Click the image below for the Village of Fruitport’s March 22nd, 2021, Public Hearing minutes‒with its attachments (PDF format).

Hackley Public Library – 2021 May Programs

For more details on programs, visit hackleylibrary.org or HPL’s Facebook page.
For the latest HPL updates and services available, visit hackleylibrary.org and click on the “NEWS” page, or give us a call (231-722-8000)!
Have questions? Call us at 231-722-8000, email us at askus@hackleylibrary.org, message us through Facebook, or stop by Hackley Library.

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Adult Programs:

Hackley Public Library is celebrating Mental Health Month with several virtual events, including a Yoga class, an Art Therapy session, and a Music therapy program!

Mindful Movements – Yin Yoga Class (Virtual Zoom)
12:00 pm, Thursday, May 6
Mental Health Month Series
Kick off our month long celebration of Mental Health Month with mindful movements during a virtual Yin Yoga class! Yin yoga is a meditative and physical practice where poses are held anywhere from 90 sec to 5 min. It allows the dense tissues of the body to lengthen and find flexibility through passive movements, and offers us the ability to let go of held stress and emotions that we hold inside our bodies. Yin yoga is a beautiful way to allow past and present stressors to melt out of the mind and body, and is a way to reconnect with the deeper pieces of who you are and heal past and present trauma. For more details, or to register for this free, virtual program, visit hackleylibrary.org, HPL’s Facebook page, call 231-722-8011, or visit the Library. Free.

Springtime: Letting Go to Grow – Art Therapy (Virtual Zoom)
6:00 pm, Monday, May 24
Mental Health Month Series
“Springtime: Letting Go to Grow” is an hour workshop where participants will learn about art therapy and experience working with art to let go of the bits and pieces that are holding us back. Art therapy is a wonderful mental health option that requires no artistic ability and is a comfortable way to explore our thoughts and feelings that does not necessarily require verbal expression. Please virtually join Deb Czechowicz, Registered Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor on May 24th to explore and grow! Registration for this free, virtual program will open at 10 am on April 24. An art therapy kit will be included with registration, while supplies last. For more details, visit hackleylibrary.org, HPL’s Facebook page, call 231-722-8011, or visit the Library. Free.

Music Therapy and Well-Being (Virtual Zoom)
6:00 pm, Tuesday, May 25
Mental Health Month Series
In the last of our series celebrating Mental Health Month, we are going to explore music therapy. You may have seen news articles on the benefits of music therapy for adults with dementia or for those who have lost their ability to speak due to traumatic brain injury. Pretty cool, right? But how does it work? Presented by Audrey Stein, MSW, MT-BC, participants will learn about what music therapy looks like with a variety of populations and the neuroscience research that has led to advancements in the field. Furthermore, participants will receive insight on how music therapy improves our physical, social, intellectual, and emotional well-being. Registration for this free, virtual program will open at 10 am on April 26. For more details, visit hackleylibrary.org, HPL’s Facebook page, call 231-722-8011, or visit the Library. Free.

Left to Write Prompts – Creative Writing Group (Virtual Facebook)
Every Wednesday at 2:00 PM – Posted to Facebook
Hackley Public Library has a creative writing group called Left to Write! For the time being, we’re bringing “Left to Write” to you virtually! We’ll be posting online writing prompts to HPL’s Facebook page every Wednesday at 2 pm. Anyone can participate by using the prompt to inspire your writing! Once the library is hosting programs inside the library, we will have a special meeting to read over what you’ve written at home. Free.

Youth Services Programs:

Youth Take and Make Craft – Private Detective Kit
Instructional video will be posted to HPL’s Facebook page at 3:00 pm on May 3 and May 17.
Craft kits will be available to pick up beginning May 3.
It’s Mystery month so let’s get to solving a mystery. Come and pick up your private detective kit, including an invisible ink pen, and get started! Craft kits will be available at Hackley Library beginning May 3 and through the end of month while supplies last. An instructional video will be posted on Facebook on May 3 at 3:00 pm and May 17 at 3:00 pm. Free.

Teen Take and Make Craft – Among Us Perler Beads
Instructional video will be posted to HPL’s Facebook page at 3:00 pm on May 3 and May 17.
Craft kits will be available to pick up beginning May 3.
Chaos? Betrayal? Not here! Just very adorable Among Us crewmates made out of Perler beads! If you made a Baby Yoda craft back in February, use the pegboard you received then, as a limited number of pegboards will be available for pick up. The Bead kits will be available at Hackley Library beginning May 3 and through the end of month while supplies last.
An instructional video will be posted on Facebook on May 3 at 3:00 pm and May 17 at 3:00 pm. Free.

May the 4th Be With You! (Virtual Facebook)
3:00 pm, Tuesday, May 4
Who could possibly show up at the Hackley Youth Services Department on May the 4th?? We’re not telling! At 3:00 pm on May 4 the mystery guest will be revealed visiting with Miss Lydia as she reads “Are you Scared, Darth Vader?” By Adam Rex and “100 First Words for Little Geeks” by Brooke Jorden. This virtual program will be shared to our Facebook page at 3:00 pm on May 4. Free.

Super Sleuths Needed! (Virtual Facebook)
3:00 pm, Thursday, May 20
Join us for a mystery that will knock your socks off. In honor of Mystery Month, Miss Lydia and Miss Melissa have pulled together a mysterious surprise for all of our friends! Join us virtually on Thursday, May 20 at 3:00 pm – and check our Facebook page for more details to come! Free.

Facebook LIVE Story Time
Look below for dates and times
Enjoy all the best parts of story time from the convenience of your home! Join Hackley Library virtually for songs, stories, and movement activities on Thursday and Friday mornings at 10:30 am. Not sure which day to watch? Our Toddler Story Time on Thursdays is intended for children who enjoy shorter stories and more movement activities. Our Preschool Story Time on Fridays is designed for children who prefer to follow along with longer stories. FREE.
Facebook Live Story Times
10:30 am, May 6, 13, 20 — Toddler Story Time
10:30 am, May 7, 14, 21 — Preschool Story Time

Visit hackleylibrary.org for more information and see what you can discover today!
Don’t forget! Using your Hackley Library card, you can have access to eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music and more, all for FREE.
Link to HPL’s Black History Month webpage: https://www.hackleylibrary.org/events-programs/annual-events/black-history-month/
Link to HPL’s Digital Library: https://www.hackleylibrary.org/books-more/digital-library/
Website: hackleylibrary.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackleyPL/
Instagram: @hackleypubliclibrary
HPL Teens Instagram: @hackleylibraryteens
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About the Hackley Public Library

The Hackley Public Library is dedicated to 1) promoting knowledge, understanding, and wisdom, 2) combating ignorance, intolerance, and indifference, 3) promoting the free exchange of ideas, and 4) conserving our national and local cultural heritage.
The mission of the Hackley Public Library is to inform, inspire, and delight our diverse community by providing information, knowledge, literature, new technologies, and traditional and innovative programs.
For more information, please contact Hackley Public Library, 316 W Webster Ave Muskegon MI 49440, at Reference: 231-722-8011, Circulation: 231-722-8000, Youth Services: 231-722-8014, @hackleyref, or askus@hackleylibrary.org.

Painting Conservator & Art Historian Uncovers Cranach Mystery on May 6

Solving the Cranach Mystery Surrounding the Portraits of Martin Luther and Katharina von Bora
With Art Conservator and Historian Barry Bauman

Muskegon, MI – Is it true that a painting conservator is also a detective? According to acclaimed conservator and art historian Barry Bauman, every painting has its secrets. During his 46 years of experience treating and analyzing damaged paintings, he has uncovered many of them—lost signatures, hidden dates, and entire paintings hidden beneath other works. Two of his discoveries were so phenomenal they landed on the front page of The New York Times. Bauman will uncover answers to mystery surrounding two of the Muskegon Museum of Art’s treasured paintings in a free Zoom presentation, “Solving the Cranach Mystery Surrounding the Portraits of Martin Luther and Katharina von Bora,” hosted by the museum on Thursday, May 6, at 5:00 pm EDT.

Those who attend Bauman’s Zoom presentation will share in the joy of one of his most remarkable discoveries. The Muskegon Museum of Art will host the event online. The virtual event is free and open to the general public. Registration is required. To register, visit www.muskegonartmuseum.org event page at https://muskegonartmuseum.org/event/zoom-presentation-by-painting-conservator-art-historian-barry-bauman/.

About Barry Bauman

Bauman’s discoveries lectures have been his most popular, especially for a museum audience, where attendees interested in art, art history, chemistry, physics, history, and museum studies all overlap with conservation concerns. Most individuals are not aware of the conservation field and the rewards it has to offer.

At the beginning of his career, Barry Bauman worked for eleven years at the Art Institute of Chicago, departing as the Associate Conservator of Paintings. He then founded and directed the Chicago Conservation Center for 20 years, which was the largest conservation facility in the nation. In 2004, Bauman left the private sector to establish Bauman Conservation, America’s first conservation laboratory dedicated to offering complimentary services to museums and non-profit organizations. When he closed Bauman Conservation in 2018, it was estimated he had contributed more than $6,000,000 in conservation services to museums and nonprofits.

In August 2019, Barry Bauman opened Conservation Ventures (ConservationVentures.org), a company that focuses on presentations and CAP grants to assist museums with recommendations and priorities for long-range collection care. Bauman is an Elected Fellow of the American Institute for Conservation.

Barry Bauman in the News
ConservationVentures.org
“Fine Art Connoisseur” CAP Article
CBS National Evening News (VIDEO)
New York Times Front-Page Story

Oliver Art Center Announces ‘Little Free Art Galleries’ in Frankfort

FRANKFORT MI – Oliver Art Center is excited to announce its newest community program, Little Free Galleries.

“The idea came from an article in the Seattle Times about an artist who established a gallery much like the well-known Little Free Libraries. We put out a call for a volunteer to make us one to put out in front of the art center and we received three offers! We then adjusted our thinking and decided it would be fun and could reach more of the community to have three located in Frankfort,” said Mercedes Michalowski, Executive Director of Oliver Art Center. Both Benzie Shores District Library and Century 21 Northland have agreed to host their own gallery in partnership with Oliver Art Center.

The Galleries have been made by Brad Sprouse, Lou Cenname, and Bob Crissman, all of Frankfort. The volunteers have vast carpentry experience and even experience in building Little Free Libraries and Pantries. The artwork will be provided by volunteers as well. Anyone is welcome to participate!

“The program will function much like the Little Free Libraries with the idea of: need art, take art; have art, leave art. We hope folks will enjoy the free exchange of art objects that will include paintings, fiber work, ceramic sculptures, and much more. While there is no requirement to leave art if you take it, we hope that people will just enjoy the art and idea itself. And if folks don’t have art to give, but want to give back, OAC is accepting donations in order to maintain the galleries,” said Michalowski.

Benzie Shores District Library is hoping to also expand their gallery’s offerings to books and art supplies. “We are so excited to share this project with the Art Center. Who knows, I may even create my own little piece of art for the gallery!” said Stacy Pasche, Library Director.

“Art can stir memories or evoke strong feelings… just as selling or purchasing a home can do the same. The agents and brokers at CENTURY 21 Northland are humbled and honored to be able to give back to our communities by hosting a Little Free Art Gallery. Being located in one of the busiest two blocks on Main Street is key to showcasing Oliver Art Center’s presence and will bring smiles and good conversations to those walking by,” said Judi Tousley, Century 21 Northland.

Frankfort’s Little Free Art Galleries will be installed and ready for art and visitors May 1. Oliver Art Center is currently accepting art for the galleries. They are looking for smaller size works of art (less than 12 inches) and even have 4×4 blank canvases kits available to purchase for $10 – all proceeds go to maintenance and upkeep of the galleries. If you have any questions, please contact Mercedes or Brian at the Oliver Art Center, info@oliverart.org or 231-352-4151.

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What’s New at Mackinac State Historic Parks?

MACKINAW CITY, MI – Opening day for Mackinac State Historic Parks’ sites is less than three weeks away, and MSHP staff are busy readying new tours, exhibits, publications, and more.

The most exciting opening for the season is the Biddle House, featuring the Mackinac Island Native American Museum. It had been slated to open for the 2020 season. However, construction progress was derailed during at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing MSHP to only open the site for a weekend at the very end of the 2020 season. It will open on May 1 with the rest of the MSHP island sites.

“We believe everyone will enjoy the reinvented Biddle House,” said Steve Brisson, MSHP director. “Working with the various tribal partners to tell the continuing story of the Anishnaabek people has been very rewarding, and we’re excited to have it open for the season.”

Up at Fort Mackinac, the beloved Kids’ Quarters will receive an update, the third to the exhibit in its history, helping to fulfill MSHP’s mission in presenting the history of the Straits of Mackinac. Housed in the oldest public building in Michigan, the Kids’ Quarters will allow guests to experience how soldiers and civilians lived at Fort Mackinac in the 19th century. Here you’ll be able to play various musical instruments used by the military, try on clothes, or design your very own fort, among many other activities.

“The Kids’ Quarters has consistently been one of our most popular exhibits,” Brisson said. “We’re happy to unveil this expanded and reimagined version to our guests.”

New programs at Fort Mackinac for the 2021 season include “The Changing Face of Fort Mackinac,” “The Army of the 1880s,” a deeper look into Mackinac National Park, a tour showcasing the women who called Fort Mackinac home, a Signal Drill Activity, and a program dedicated to what happened at Fort Mackinac after the army left in 1895. The Tea Room at Fort Mackinac, operated by Grand Hotel, will feature new menu items for the 2021 season, and, as always, will feature one of the most stunning views in Michigan. The venerable fort also saw some physical updates, with buildings painted, boardwalks replaced, and chimneys repaired. As always, the classic cannon and rifle firings will take place throughout the day, and guests can purchase the opportunity to fire the very first cannon salute of the day.

At The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, located in front of Fort Mackinac in Marquette Park, a new juried art exhibition will debut on the second floor – “The Seasons of Mackinac.” While Mackinac has always been known as a “summer gathering place,” its beauty is unparalleled in all seasons. Mackinac Island resident and award-winning artist Bill Murcko will serve as juror for the show. It will be on display at the art museum from May 1 through October 10. Additionally, seven artists-in-residence will stay on Mackinac Island throughout the summer. Each artist will host a special, free workshop on the second Wednesday of their residency.

Special events at Fort Mackinac and Mackinac Island include the annual Vintage Base Ball game, on July 24, special activities for July 4, and Movies in the Fort throughout the summer.

As guests enter Colonial Michilimackinac, in Mackinaw City, they will be stepping back in time to 1778, when rumors of war and peace swirled around Michilimackinac. Guests will see and hear how soldiers, civilians, and Native people responded to threats real and imagined as they attempted to maintain their livelihood, the fur trade. Two new programs at the fort will provide guests an opportunity to get more hands-on with history, where you’ll unpack a trade bale and another where you’ll explore an artilleryman’s arsenal. Other programs at the site will talk about women’s roles at the fort, the enslaved community, the 5,500 square feet of gardens, as well as musket and artillery demonstrations.

An exciting new program at Colonial Michilimackinac allows guests the opportunity to fire all four black-powder weapons at Michilimackinac: the Short Land Musket, Wall Gun (a BIG musket), Coehorn Mortar, and, as the finale, the cannon. This program is available every evening after the fort closes for regular business June 5-October 8.

The Mackinac State Historic Parks’ archaeology program will enter its 63rd season in 2021. Work will continue in House E of the Southeast Rowhouse at Colonial Michilimackinac. Archaeologists will be out daily (weather permitting) during the summer months.

Special events at Colonial Michilimackinac include an exhilarating “Fire at Night” program, informative history talks on topics such as gardening, archaeology, laundry and more, a celebration of the King’s Birth-day on June 4, Movies by the Bridge, the ever-popular Fort Fright, and A Colonial Christmas, among others.

The last few years have seen several gallery openings at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse – the Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum, the Science and Technology Exhibit, and the Marshall Gallery on the extensively renovated second floor. All galleries will be fully open for the 2021 season. Throughout the day guides will sound the Fog Signal Whistle.

Over at Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park, the Adventure Tour will return to operation for the 2021 season. A more robust daily events schedule will showcase the sawpit and sawmill, an extensive tour looking at what else happened historically at Historic Mill Creek, and guided nature hikes through the three miles of groomed hiking trails.

Two new publications will hit bookshelves in 2021. The first, Preservation at Mackinac – The History of the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, 1895-2020, is an update to 100 Years at Mackinac, originally published in 1995 as part of the centennial celebration of Mackinac Island State Park. This updated version fills in the past 25 years and adds additional details to other events. The other publication, Pipes and Bottles or Bacchanalian Revels? The Truth About Robinson’s Folly, is a new vignette by Todd E. Harburn and Brian Leigh Dunnigan.

Finally, the last major new development will be the completion of road work along M-185. The road, which has been heavily damaged by high water levels the last few years, will be fully paved throughout the summer. While this may cause annoyances for the 2021 season, the completed road will allow visitors to explore the beautiful shoreline in peace for many years in the future.

“We were very pleased and fortunate to safely open last year,” Brisson said. “We’re optimistic for the 2021 season and excited to provide our guests with these new experiences to go along with the programming they’ve come to expect from us.”

Most major projects were funded, in part, by Mackinac Associates. Visit mackinacparks.com for a complete listing of updates and projects at Mackinac State Historic Parks. The season begins at Fort Mackinac, The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, and Biddle House on May 1. Colonial Michilimackinac opens May 5, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse May 6, and Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park May 7. More images are available upon request. A downloadable version of this release can be found here.

Mackinac State Historic Parks, a family of living history museums and parks in northern Michigan’s Straits of Mackinac, is an agency within the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Its sites—which are accredited by the American Alliance of Museums—include Fort Mackinac, the Biddle House, The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, Historic Downtown Mackinac, and Mackinac Island State Park on Mackinac Island, and Colonial Michilimackinac, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park and Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City. Mackinac State Historic Parks is governed by the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, established in 1895 to protect, preserve and present the parks’ rich historic and natural resources for the education and recreation of future generations. Visitor information is available at (231) 436-4100 or on the web at www.mackinacparks.com.

2021 Edition of Lake Michigan Lighthouse Map & Circle Tour Now Available

West Michigan – Get ready for your next lighthouse adventure! The West Michigan Tourist Association (WMTA) is excited to announce the release of the 2021 Lake Michigan Lighthouse Map & Circle Tour. This is a free poster-sized publication which details all of the lighthouses located on the shores of Lake Michigan, as well as the Circle Tour driving route to guide motorists around the lake.

The full circle tour driving route around Lake Michigan is available online, and website visitors may also download a PDF of this year’s Lighthouse Map, or request that a free copy be mailed to them here: www.wmta.org/lake-michigan-lighthouse-map-circle-tour/

Vacationers have been looping the lake for generations, but the official “Lake Michigan Circle Tour” route was not established until the 1980s when the Michigan Department of Transportation teamed up with West Michigan Tourist Association to create the route and its official guidebook. Along the way, travelers will find more than 100 lighthouses, countless islands, unique attractions, parks and natural areas, miles of glorious beaches, quaint harbor towns, and one “modern marvel” – the Mackinac Bridge.

While a loosely-organized “circle route” around Lake Superior was promoted by local tourist organizations as early as the 1960s, the first official (and signed) Great Lakes Circle Tour was the Lake Michigan Circle Tour. The only single-nation Circle Tour (Lake Michigan being the only Great Lake completely within the US), the Lake Michigan Circle Tour also has the most mileage of any Circle Tour in the state.

Working in conjunction with the Michigan Department of Transportation, the West Michigan Tourist Association helped to make the first of the official Great Lakes Circle Tours a reality and the first publication was released in 1988 as a 52-page guide book. The guide book was transformed into a map in 2007, and the Circle Tour driving route can now be found online.

The cover of this year’s map features Point Betsie Lighthouse as photographed by Michael Mullin, which is located in Frankfort, Michigan

Lake Michigan Lighthouse Map & Circle Tour publications are also available in bulk quantities; please contact Travel@WMTA.org for more information.

Mercy Health Muskegon Transitions Hackley Campus Urgent Care Space to Hackley Community Care

Muskegon, Mich.–Mercy Health Muskegon Hackley Campus Urgent Care operations will officially transition to Hackley Community Care (HCC) on May 10, 2021. Hackley Community Care plans to bring enhanced patient services to the 30,000 sq. ft. space, formerly Mercy Health Hackley Campus Emergency Department.

This expands Hackley Community Care’s services to the Clinton Street location in Muskegon. HCC will provide NowCare medical services and mental health services for all Muskegon County residents. NowCare medical services include treatment for acute symptoms that require immediate care such as allergies, bites and stings, headaches, pink eye, pain, rash, insomnia, sprains, toothaches, and so on. Mental health services will include counseling for depression, anxiety, recovery from sexual abuse or childhood abuse and neglect, and other specialized physical and emotional outpatient therapy.

“Hackley Community Care is excited to join with Mercy Heath in this endeavor,” said Linda Juarez, Chief Executive Office of Hackley Community Care. “We are expanding services to the surrounding residents near the Clinton Street location because we are committed to providing access to those who have relied on having health care options within walking distance to where they live.”

Hackley Community Care provides comprehensive medical, dental, mental health and pharmacy services at 2700 Baker Street. HCC operates at the Hackley Campus Professional Building, providing medical and mental health services. Hours of operation at 1675 Leahy, Suite 103, (Professional Building) are Mondays – Wednesdays, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. HCC’s NowCare medical services and expanded mental health services will be an enhancement to the services HCC currently provides.

HCC NowCare medical services at 1550 Clinton Street will be provided Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mental Health services hours will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Patients can make an appointment by calling 231.737.1335. Walk-ins are welcomed.

The Clinton space will temporarily close from April 23 through the first week in May to allow for HCC redesign and renovations. During this time period, patients may seek Urgent Care at Mercy Health’s Sherman, Norton Shores and Lakes Campus (reopening April 26, 2021) locations, with all emergency and trauma care services at Mercy Campus, 1500 E. Sherman Blvd. in Muskegon. Mercy Health will continue to offer Behavioral Health, Primary and Specialty Care services on the Hackley Campus.

“When Mercy Health planned the hospital consolidation project years ago, the goal was to build a world-class medical center that would serve the needs of our community for years to come and to ensure that seamless health care services remained available for the residents who live near Hackley Campus,” said Gary Allore, president of Mercy Health Muskegon. “Now that all acute care services have transitioned to Mercy Campus, we are proud that Hackley Community Care, a longtime partner, will build upon a legacy that that started there over 115 years ago.”

Hackley Community Care has been providing patient care in Muskegon County for almost 30 years.

“Our humble beginnings began on the Hackley Hospital campus in a little brown house,” said Juarez. “We are now coming full-circle, and we are humbled to be returning to our first home, to continue and enhance the health of our community.”

Medication Take Back Event at Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital on April 24th

Remove the Risk from your Home – Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The United States is currently experiencing an epidemic of prescription drug misuse and abuse. Opioid overdose deaths in Michigan have almost tripled in five years. To help turn the tide on this epidemic, Community Mental Health of Ottawa County and Spectrum Health are partnering with Michigan OPEN and the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department to host a medication take-back event on Saturday, April 24th from 10am-2pm.

This will be a drive thru event to ensure the safety of everyone participating. Please bring any unused or expired medications including over-the-counter, prescription, liquids, inhalers, ointments and pet meds to be properly disposed of. We will also be taking back used needles for proper disposal.

Did you know?
• Every 10 minutes a child visits the emergency room for medication poisoning
• 12.5 million people age 12 and older misused opioids in the last year
• Three in five teens say prescription pain medication is easy to get from their parents’ medicine cabinet

Community opioid medication take-back events provide a safe process for disposing of unused medications and used needles while protecting our communities, children and environment.

Please, remove the risk from your home and bring your unused medications and used needles to Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital at: 8333 Felch Street, Zeeland, MI 49464 on Saturday, April 24th between 10am-2pm.

If you would like more information please contact Jessica Irvin at 616-494-4489 or jirvin@miottawa.org

Become A Certified Trainer of QPR

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!
BECOME A QPR TRAINER IN A DAY

There are very few days left to register for our QPR Train-The-Trainer. Please reach out as the deadline nears. We have very few seats left and how to have 30-35 new QPR Trainers in Michigan after our Suicide Prevention Training Week! Now is the change for school districts, health systems and others to have a trainer in-house. This class is one 6 hour virtual class with some on-line study prior to. Join us! The class on the 19th has a few seats.
Email: Jennifer at jneamtu@hegirahealth.org

ASIST Training From Our Friends at Gryphon Place in Kalamazoo

Gryphon Place is offering an ASIST training prior to the big week in May. If you or anyone you know would like to attend an ASIST training and cannot make the mid-May trainings here is the opportunity.

Dates: April 29th and 30th
Time: 8am to 5pm each day (1 hour lunch break, lunch is provided)
Cost: $100
Location: Pretty Lake Camp, Mattawan MI
https://gryphon.org/events/asisttraining/

Questions? Email Nicole at nangel@gryphon.org

Events Happening in Muskegon County – Monday April 19, – Sunday April 25, 2021

Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org

Museums open to the public:
Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org
USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org

Monday April 19:

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Showing this week are: Godzilla vs. Kong / The Little Things. Nobody / John Wick. Tom & Jerry / The Iron Giant. Voyagers / Chaos Walking Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1 Lakeshore Sports Arena 4470 Airline Rd. Muskegon, MI 49444 The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group. Classes are Monday & Thursday. Social distance is required.

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Tuesday April 20:

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Showing this week are: Godzilla vs. Kong / The Little Things. Nobody / John Wick. Tom & Jerry / The Iron Giant. Voyagers / Chaos Walking Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570

‘Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
Quilts are made from an endless combination of patterns, colors, fabrics, and techniques. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278

Wednesday April 21:

Knitting for Beginners: Twisted Headband
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Students ages 12+ $55 for non-members $49.50 for ACWL-Nuveen Members
In this Knitting for Beginners class, you will learn the basics and beyond – enough to get you started on a Twisted or Untwisted Headband. Students will learn basic knitting terminology, how to start and finish a project, and specific stitches for the headband project. All supplies will be provided by the Art Council of White Lake-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. and will be yours to keep. This includes two, 5mm yarn needles, 4 oz of soft pink or light grey yarn, and a yarn needle.
Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/…/knitting-for-beginners… for questions call 231-893-2524

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Showing this week are: Godzilla vs. Kong / The Little Things. Nobody / John Wick. Tom & Jerry / The Iron Giant. Voyagers / Chaos Walking Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thursday April 22:

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Only 9 drive-in theaters remain scattered throughout the state of Michigan, and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Showing this week are: Godzilla vs. Kong / The Little Things. Nobody / John Wick. Tom & Jerry / The Iron Giant. Voyagers / Chaos Walking Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Open Studio Session: Climate Art
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Community members are invited to drop-in to the ACWL-Nuveen located at 106 E. Colby St. to create climate-related art! If you don’t have any ideas for inspiration, White Lake Area Climate Action Council volunteers will be on hand to share information about climate changes affecting our area. You will also have the opportunity to have your artwork displayed at area businesses as part of the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition. Prizes will be awarded! To be included in the Earth Day 2021 Exhibition, artists must submit either a 12″x12″ repurposed canvas or 12″x12″ cardboard square to the ACWL-Nuveen by April 19. ACWL-Nuveen will have both on hand, although repurposed canvases are limited. Registration is required: www.artswhitelake.org/open-studio-session. Questions: 231-893-2524

Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Thursdays
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Free museum admission all day every Thursdays at the Muskegon Art museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave., compliments of The Meijer Foundation. Please remember your mask.

Friday April 23:

Saturday April 24:

Muskegon Risers Home Soccer Game vs Colorado Inferno FC
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Colorado Inferno F.C., is flying to Muskegon to play soccer at the Mercy Health Arena located at 470 W. Western Ave. The Inferno will bring a unique arena soccer brand and style to face the Risers. Tickets are available now at www.muskegonrisers.com/tickets #GORISERS! Tickets are just $7 each!

Art Class at City Center Arts: Urban Photo Walk with Photographer Dianne Carroll Burdick
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Local photographer Dianne Carroll Burdick leads an exploration of the urban environment, beginning at City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave., and then moving outdoors to photograph downtown Muskegon. Bring your camera. Class is $35 per person.

Muskegon Farmers Indoor Winter Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open indoors Saturdays until May. For COVID19 safety measures, the market will have a different look and feel this year: Please wear your mask and walk within the direction arrows. Thank you

Sweetwater Local Foods Market Sweetwater Local Foods Market – OFFERING PREORDERS FOR PICKUP
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market, 6401 Harvey St.
Sweetwater Local Foods Market will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Sign up for the newsletter to get your order in here: https://tinyletter.com/SweetwaterLocalFoodsMkt or get the list from the website here: sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust! They are open year-round.

Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
BoomTown Market, 351 W. Western Ave
Boomtown Market in Downtown Muskegon invites you to free Draft, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Sample unique Craft Beers on Tap from all around Michigan! If you like it, we’ll can a 32 ounce-er for you right then and there!

Sunday April 25:

Muskegon Lake Spring Volunteer Cleanup 2021
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Always one of our favorite times of the year to make a difference for our community. Muskegon has the best volunteers! The Muskegon Lake Watershed Partnership and our partners – UAW Local 637, West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission (WMSRDC), The Greater Muskegon Jaycees, City of Muskegon, Muskegon County, West Michigan United Labor (WMUL), DTE, Muskegon Co. Environmental Coordinating Council, Greater and United Way of the Lakeshore – along with other generous, local volunteers will team up, once again, to improve Muskegon Lake shoreline and watershed locations along the Lakeshore Trail from the Muskegon River to Lake Michigan and along it’s tributaries. NOTE: Social distancing & mask wearing where necessary will be in effect. ITINERARY:
• 8:00 – Meet at The Depot at 610 W. Western Ave. for your instructions, locations & supplies – we will disperse quickly to get to work as soon as instructions are given out. No registration is required. Just show up!
* PLEASE DRESS IN LAYERS for changing weather conditions along the shoreline. Plan to get wet but be safe! Please do not disturb wildlife. Bring rubber gloves or work gloves if you have them. Wear old shoes, rubber boots, hip boots or waders. You can even ride your bicycle to the cleanup locations along the Lakeshore Trail. Most of all… have fun!

Trash Bash
April 25 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The 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 2021! Come one come all! Groups and volunteers with waders, kayaks, and/or canoes are greatly needed. Meet at the Chamber Depot, 124 W Hanson St., Whitehall, where an action plan will be announced. Volunteers are asked to dress accordingly with masks, sunscreen, gloves, etc. Trash bags and refreshments will be supplied. Contact the Chamber at 231-893-4585 for more information. A rain date has been set for May 2nd.

Latin Dance Lesson and Open Dance – Bachata
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Are you ready for partner dancing again? Located at 5571 E. Apple Ave. ,weekly Latin dance events every Sunday in April. The events will be a beginner’s lesson and open dancing. Take the lesson or just come and dance. Your choice. No partner or experience needed. We will not be switching partners. Bring a partner, meet a partner there or come dance solo. It’s all fun. We will accept gift donations to cover our costs, but that is not required. This is open to the community and we want your bodies there! Invite your friends and let’s make it a party! If you would like to extend your social network, get some very fun exercise, learn some new dance moves, or just want to dance, this is for you! Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages. Casual attire and comfortable shoes (or dance in your socks). No street shoes on the dance floor. Get details on all of our dance events on our Facebook group page MADLOS. 231-736-3205

Disability Awareness Art Show
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event.Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The Virtual Tulip Time Run

Run, Walk, Anytime, Anywhere!

HOLLAND, MI – Tulip Time Festival recently announced additional details for the 2021 Virtual Tulip Time Run.

Join the Tulip Time Virtual Run and participate in the 5K or 10K as your schedule permits and on any course. Select the Tulip Time 5K or 10K course and experience the beauty of Holland as you run through the tulip-lined streets! Other options have also been mapped including the Window on the Waterfront 5K, Centennial Park 5K, or Centennial Park 5-mile course. Or, you can create your own course. It’s a fun way to get the entire family involved!

All registered participants will receive a commemorative finisher medal, a race bib, an exclusive race buff ($10 value), and discount for the Tulip Time Run 2022. Run shirts and hoodies, designed and printed by SilkScreen Marketing, are available for purchase. Participants will receive their run packets by mail.

In addition, for the first time ever, RaceJoy is coming to the Tulip Time Run. RaceJoy is a runner-tracking phone app offering remote engagement with participants. It allows a customizable and interactive virtual race experience with GPS tracking and updates every mile. RaceJoy is fun for participants and spectators. RaceJoy is all about creating an exciting, fun running experience no matter where the finish line is.

For more information, to check out the routes, and to register, visit www.tuliptime.com/run. Registration is open now through May 10. No matter where or when you run, be sure to share your photos with us by using #ExperienceTulipTime #TulipTimeRun.

Michigan 20th Circuit Court’s Online Parenting Time Complaint Resolution

Getting Tech Friendly: Ottawa County Friend of the Court Offers Online Parenting Time Complaint Resolution

The Ottawa County Friend of the Court has expanded its ground-breaking online dispute resolution platform to include parenting time complaints. Parents may now initiate and resolve parenting time complaints online from a smartphone, computer or tablet. The 20th Circuit Court in Ottawa County is the only court in the state of Michigan and in the nation to offer this option.

“Online dispute resolution of parenting time complaints can happen outside of court hours,” said Chief Judge Jon Van Allsburg, “and the parties do not have to appear at the same time, to solve transportation and scheduling issues. Technology provides access to the court to parents who cannot attend court in person, and we believe that is important.”

Jennell Challa, Ottawa County Friend of the Court, said “we encourage parents to prevent misunderstandings by putting their parenting time schedules in writing and by adjusting them as their circumstances change. If a parent misses scheduled time with their child, we seek to address the issue in a way that is convenient for both parents.”

Matt Schmid, Assistant Friend of the Court, notes that “this online process will work the same as it does in person. Any parent will get the chance to explain the problem or the circumstances. We can then create makeup parent time agreements or refer the parents to mediation via the platform, just as we would in person. Additional options are helpful during this difficult time.”

The platform works by enabling any parent with an existing court case to electronically contact their caseworker. That person can provide information, and the caseworker then invites the other parent to respond. The other parent has various options for how to respond, including proposing make-up parenting time. The caseworker can assist by offering ideas and suggestions. If the parents reach an agreement, the case worker will prepare the legal document for all parties to review and sign. The agreement is then submitted electronically to the judge for signing. When the agreed upon order is signed, any hearing on the dispute is canceled if all disputed matters have been resolved. The parties need not come to court to finalize the agreement and the entire process can be completed in a few days, whereas filing a motion and scheduling a hearing on the same dispute can take several weeks.

This process is similar to “in-person” parenting time complaint resolution, is free of charge and convenient for people who cannot come to court for any reason, including work, school, health, or quarantine.

The 20th Circuit Court has long been a national leader in improving outcomes for families via online access. In 2016, it was the first family court in the nation to launch an online child support compliance platform. In 2020, the court launched an online dispute resolution process, which has now been expanded to offer parenting time complaint initiation and resolution.

The platform is powered by Matterhorn by Court Innovations, an online dispute resolution provider based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. “Congratulations to the Michigan 20th Circuit Court for taking a proactive, public-centered approach to working with families. We are proud to provide the technology platform for their great work,” said Court Innovations CEO, MJ Cartwright.

Visit courtinnovations.com/MIC20 to see the platform.

Free Walking Program in Ottawa & Allegan Counties

Parks & Public Health team up to offer Step it Up! Walking Program free in Ottawa & Allegan counties

Registration is now open for Step it Up!, a free, 8-week program created in partnership by Ottawa County’s Parks & Recreation and the Department of Public Health. Step it Up! was designed to help participants get active and visit new parks. All levels of fitness are welcome!

Participants will be able to set activity goals and track their activity through the Step it Up! online platform. Each week, participants who track their activity are eligible for incentive prizes.

The program begins May 10! To register, visit: miottawa.org/stepitup

👟 >> Register for Step it Up! today << 👟

Group walks & activities

In order to help participants stay active throughout the program, Ottawa County Parks & Recreation offers multiple guided walks of varying paces each week. To encourage participants to discover new recreational activities, the program also offers opportunities to try kayaking, orienteering, and more. These activities and necessary equipment are free-of-charge to registered participants. Space for activities is limited and registration for each will be required. Links will be provided to registered participants.

Step it Up! begins on May 10
Commit to fit & register by May 7: miOttawa.org/Step it Up

Workplace Wellness

Local employers are invited to join the Workplace Wellness initiative to encourage their employees to participate in Step it Up! Additional incentive prizes are available to participating organizations.

To learn more about how to bring Step it Up! to your company or organization this spring, contact Jessica VanGinhoven or Amy Sheele.

Fruitport Board of Education Meeting Agenda – 04/19/21

Fruitport Community Schools
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
Monday, April 19, 2021 – 7:00 p.m.
Board Room

Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/91244123011?pwd=Z0FNc3BxVEIwbjJWU21BSEYzRG5mQT09
Meeting ID: 912 4412 3011
Passcode: 533524

I. CALL to ORDER

II. PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE

III. ROLL CALL

IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

V. PRESENTATIONS

Above and Beyond Recognitions

VI. COMMUNICATIONS

VII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

VIII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

IX. CONSENT AGENDA

Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of April 14, 2021 (attachment IX-1)
Approval of Bills (attachment IX-2)
General Fund $142,694.88
Other Funds:
Early Childhood Center 2,381.81
Food Service 80,652.65
Coop Ed (ISD) Tech Millage 1,590.00
2017 Debt Retirement 500.00
Debt Service Fund 2010 2,000.00
Total Bill List $229,819.34
Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report and ACH Transactions (attachment IX-3)
Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report (attachment IX-4)
Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report (attachment IX-5)
Approval of Capital Projects Progress Report (attachment IX-6)
Approval of Personnel Report (includes confirmation of new hires, resignations, retirees, and transfers) (attachment IX-7)

X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS

Continuation of the Instructional Plan (attachment X-1)
MAISD Biennial Election Resolution for Consideration (attachment X-2)
Selection of a Superintendent Search Firm (attachment X-3)

XI. BUSINESS & FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Elroy Buckner, Chairperson

Chartwells’ Contract Renewal (attachment XI-1)

XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Steve Kelly, Chairperson

XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Jill Brott, Chairperson

Secondary Special Education Programming Proposal (attachment XIII-1)

XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS

XV. AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF SPECIAL MEETINGS

Schedule Business & Finance Committee Meeting
Schedule Personnel Committee Meeting
Schedule Student Affairs Committee Meeting
MAISD Annual Budget Review April 27, 2021 @ 5:30 p.m. virtually via ZOOM
Excellence in Education, May 2, 2021 @ 2:00 p.m.

XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

XVII. ADJOURNMENT

*Time is provided for members of the audience to address the Board of Education regarding any topic including items on the agenda. The board is providing two opportunities for the public to comment during the meeting. The first is for people who wish to bring issues to the Board of Education for board consideration. At the end of the meeting the board will provide a brief opportunity for community members to comment on activities and/or discussion that took place during the board meeting. Time limits may be placed if a large number of individuals would like to address the board.

Instructions for Participating in the April 19th Fruitport Village Council meeting

Village Council meeting Monday April 19^th at 7pm. Due to COVID-19 it will be done as a teleconference call. To participate you will need to call 1-844-474-0925 and use a passcode of 57182580 followed by the # sign. The meeting will start at 7pm but the phone line will be open at 6:45pm to allow for you to join prior to the opening of the council meeting. Just like a regular meeting the public will be given an opportunity to talk during the Public Comment portion of the meeting. If possible, please mute your phone if you participate and only unmute if you make a public comment. Thank you.

Village of Fruitport Council Meeting Agenda – 04/19/21

VILLAGE OF FRUITPORT
AGENDA
APRIL 19TH, 2021
COUNCIL MEETING

Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of April 19th Council Meeting Agenda
Approval of February March 29th budget meeting and March 29th council meeting
Public Comments (limited to 3 minutes each)
Correspondence
Reports from Officers

New Business

3rd Avenue Beautification
Reappointment of Clerk/Treasurer
Change of Ordinance Council Wages
Seal Coating Project
Advanced Pavement Markings

Old Business

Motto
7th & Peach
Public Comment (Limited to 3 minutes each)
Warrants
Adjournment

Melissa Horton Promoted to Executive Director of Lakeshore Museum

MUSKEGON, MI – “The Lakeshore Museum Center Board of Directors and staff are excited to announce the hiring of Melissa Horton as Executive Director,” says Rob Johnson, Board President.

Horton will maintain daily operations of the Museum, as well as overseeing its operating budget. Additionally, she will serve as a liaison between the Museum and its staff and the Board of Directors in developing any future goals and initiatives.

Johnson adds, “Melissa’s over 22 years working for the Lakeshore Museum Center, and wide range of experience within the organization during those years, made her an ideal candidate.” Previous to her promotion to Executive Director, Horton has served as the Interim Director, Vice President, Programming and Exhibits Director, and Program Director of Visitor Experiences, and Curator of Education, beginning her career at the Lakeshore Museum Center in 1998.

Horton was heavily involved in the decision making process of Michigan’s Heritage Park, as well as being instrumental in its construction. She worked directly with the architect to design the Visitors Center and Farm House, as well as researched and contracted the building of the Wigwam Village, Settlers Cabin, and Logging Shanty. Additionally, she developed the initiatives that made the visitor experience at Heritage Park a special one.

She is a member of the American Alliance of Museums, American Association of State and Local History, and Michigan Archeological Society. She has also been a long-standing member of the Michigan Museum Association, and has presented at their conferences since 2004.

She graduated from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Anthropology.

About Lakeshore Museum Center
Since 1937, the Lakeshore Museum Center has explored, preserved, and interpreted the history of Muskegon County through historic exhibits, education and cultural-based programs, and special events and presentations for all ages. The Center is comprised of multiple sites and buildings including the Hackley & Hume Historic Site, the Fire Barn Museum, the Scolnik House of the Depression Era and the Muskegon Heritage Museum.

Ask Dr. Universe – Toothpaste

Dr. Universe: How does toothpaste clean your teeth? -Lucy, 10, Pullman, WA

Dear Lucy,

If you are anything like me, every day you squeeze a little toothpaste onto your toothbrush and brush your teeth. Toothpaste gets its cleaning power from a few different ingredients.

My friend Mark Leid was happy to tell us about how they work. Leid spent part of his career teaching future dentists. He is also dean of the Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

First, he told me the outer covering of a tooth is called enamel. It’s the hardest tissue in the whole human body—even harder than bone—and it helps with things like chewing your food.

Inside your mouth and on your teeth, there are lots of tiny living things called microorganisms. They are so small you’d probably need a microscope to see them, but they like to eat the leftover food bits that get stuck in your teeth.

As they eat those leftover bits, they also make acid. That acid can break down your enamel, which can lead to cavities or tooth decay.

“We can’t make new enamel,” Leid said. “Once our enamel is gone, it’s gone.”

That’s part of the reason it is so important to brush our teeth. When you brush your teeth with toothpaste, it helps get rid of that acid.

Leid said some ingredients that help get rid of the acid and leftover food in your teeth are called abrasives. These create scrubbing power and sometimes give the toothpaste a gritty texture. Abrasives are combinations of atoms, which are like building blocks, that come together to form something called a chemical compound.

One example is calcium carbonate, which is made up of carbon, oxygen and calcium atoms. Another is silica gel, which is made up of silicon and oxygen atoms. Some other compounds create scrubbing power, but these are two of the main ones.

Meanwhile, other toothpaste ingredients help create foaming action, such as sodium lauryl sulfates and sodium N-lauryl sarcosinate. These are the same compounds that give soaps their foamy qualities.

Take a look at the back of your toothpaste tube and see what ingredients you can find. Another ingredient you might notice is fluoride, which helps strengthen your enamel. You might also see other flavoring agents that give toothpaste its taste, like mint.

“Otherwise, it would taste pretty chalky and bitter,” Leid said.

When you brush your teeth, you are helping your mouth stay clean and healthy. In addition to brushing, flossing is also important. Floss helps remove any excess food between your teeth that might invite those acid-making bacteria.

It’s great to hear you are curious about toothpaste, Lucy. Who knows, maybe one day you will be a chemist, a dentist, a pharmacist or anything else you dream. Keep up the great brushing, keep asking great science questions and don’t forget to floss.

Sincerely,
Dr. Universe

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Fruitport Charter Township Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2021

A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, March 22, 2021, in the township board room.

Members Present: Todd Dunham, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Greg Hulka, Terry Knoll, David Markgraf
Members Absent: Jim Fichtel, excused

At 7:00pm, Todd Dunham opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Also Present: 2- residents; 3- employees; 0- guests; Director of Public Safety, Brian Michelli; Director of Public Utilities, Steve Biesiada; Attorney, Ron Bultje.

The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by David Markgraf was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of March 8, 2021 as presented.

The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Andrea Anderson was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented with the following additions:
Item 8-J: First Reading: Zone Change Vacant Land on Hts. Ravenna
Item 8-K: 2021 MCRC Brine Program
Item 8-L: Enforcement of Noise Ordinance

CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS:

Steve Biesiada reported that a contractor bored through a water line that caused low water pressure to that area, repairs have been made and pressure is back to normal.
Brian Michelli warned against burning as there have been many grass fires.
Heidi Tice shared that certain Old Fashioned Days events, such as the fireworks, have been cancelled, however the Lion’s Club is attempting to proceed with many of the events, such as the carnival, should gathering restrictions be lifted enough to allow for it. Heidi also had comments on the budget and the question of a road millage.
Andrea Anderson shared that the township Clean-Up Days event will be held on April 30th and May 1st. The tire event will likely be held on May 8th.

PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS:

Dave Henry had comments regarding budget and part-time Police Officer pay.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

21-022 2021/2022 Budget Discussion
Discussion took place. Changes were made to the water/sewer budgets as requested during the last discussion.

NEW BUSINESS:

21-023 Approval of POLC Collective Bargaining Agreement
There were discrepancies found and changes are being made.
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Rose Dillon, was carried unanimously, to TABLE the POLC agreement until the next meeting.

21-024 Resolution to Commit Public Safety Fund Balance
The Public Safety Departments have the need for large capital improvement expenditures over the next several years, including, but not limited to a new fire truck and police vehicles. They have requested that the Board commit any remaining Public Safety Fund Balance for future capital expenses.
Rose Dillon moved, Terry Knoll seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution to commit any remaining Public Safety Fund Balance for future capital expenses.
Ayes: Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: None

21-025 Resolution to Commit Water and Sewer Funds
The Water & Sewer Departments have the need for large capital improvement expenditures over the next several years, including, but not limited to a new backhoe. The have requested that the Board commit any remaining balance of Water and Sewer capital outlay for future capital expenses.
Rose Dillon moved, Greg Hulka seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution to commit any remaining balance of Water and Sewer capital outlay for future capital expenses.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka
Nays: None

21-026 Resolution to Commit Cemetery Funds
The Cemetery Department has the need for large capital improvement expenditures over the next several years, including, but not limited to a new roof on the mausoleum. They have requested that the Board commit the balance of Cemetery Capital Outlay for future capital expenses.
Rose Dillon moved, Todd Dunham seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution to commit the balance of Cemetery Capital Outlay for future capital expenses.
Ayes: Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: None

21-027 Resolution to Roll-Over Parks and Recreation Budget Balance
The Parks Commission has requested that remaining funds in their budget be rolled to the new fiscal year in order to complete or begin a necessary project.
Terry Knoll moved, David Markgraf seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution to roll over the balance of unused funds in the Parks budget to the new fiscal year.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka
Nays: None

21-028 Budget Amendments
Terry Knoll moved, David Markgraf seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the Treasurer to make end of fiscal year April 1, 2020-March 31, 2021 final budget amendments. The amendments will ensure that all department budgets have zero impact on the total of each budget.
Ayes: Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: None

21-029 Budget Public Hearing
(a.) The motion by Andrea Anderson, seconded by Rose Dillon, was carried unanimously, to open the Budget Public Hearing at 7:34pm.
(b.) Public Hearing: The Supervisor announced the proposed millage rates as follows: General Fund at the millage rate of .9962 mills, Public Safety at 1.50 mills, Police at 1.00 mills, and Street Lights at .40 mills.

Comments:

Karen Johnson and Heidi Tice commented on the Parks budget. It was mentioned that the 2021/22 proposed budget was drafted by the Parks Director.

(c.) The motion by Andrea Anderson, supported by David Markgraf, was carried unanimously to close the Public Hearing at 7:36pm and return to open session.

21-030 Adopt 2021/2022 Budget
The budget was agreed upon as presented.
Rose Dillon moved, Greg Hulka seconded, MOTION CARRIED to adopt the April 1, 2021- March 31, 2022 budget as presented and to approve the millage rate and millage levies. Fruitport Charter Township Board of Trustees shall cause the listed millages to be levied and collected on all real and personal property within the township upon the 2021 general property tax roll an amount equal to the above shown mills as authorized under state law and approved by the electorate.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka
Nays: None

21-031 Banking and Investing Resolution
TCF Bank will be transitioning to Huntington Bank within the coming fiscal year. Investment opportunities are not limited to those presented, but must comply with the township’s investment policy.
Rose Dillon moved, supported by Todd Dunham, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution approving the use of financial institutions and investments for the 2021-2022 FY.
Ayes: Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: None

21-032 First Reading: Zone Change Amendment Ordinance- Hts. Ravenna
On March 16, 2021, the Planning Commission made a recommendation to the Township Board to approve the zone change from B-2 General Business District to the R-2 Single Family Residential/Duplex District for parcel number #61-15-101-300-0013-60 or vacant land on Hts. Ravenna Rd., Muskegon, MI 49444. The change would be consistent with the Master Plan. This constitutes the first reading. Final action will take place at the next regular scheduled board meeting on April 12, 2021.

21-033 2021 MCRC Brine Program
The cost for the local roads will be $19,536.66 and the cost for additional roads (Cline, Wolf Lake, and Mt Garfield) will be $1,437.48.
The total cost for the program will be $20,974.14 for 2021.
Rose Dillon moved, Terry Knoll seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to participate in the 2021 local road brine program with the Muskegon County Road Commission and authorize the Supervisor to submit the agreement on behalf of the township.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka
Nays: None

21-034 Noise Ordinance Enforcement
Complaints have been received over the last year regarding dirt bikes being ridden in a residential area near the corner of Sheridan and Shettler causing disturbances for hours at a time.
Terry Knoll moved, Andrea Anderson seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to direct the Public Safety Director to enforce the current noise ordinance.
Ayes: Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: None
The township attorney agrees that the current ordinance allows the township to stop this disturbance.

21-035 Payment of bills
Terry Knoll moved, David Markgraf seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $15,625.37; Public Safety $2,448.45; Water $3,504.50; Sewer $1,779.81; Trust & Agency $657.00; Street Lights $15,213.54
Totaling: $39,228.67
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka
Nays: None

ADDITIONAL REPORTS:

Rose Dillon reported that federal officials have approved a large stimulus package that will provide Fruitport Township with 1.4 million, however criteria on utilizing those funds is forthcoming.

PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II: none

The motion by Andrea Anderson, seconded by David Markgraf, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 7:55pm.

ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
TODD DUNHAM, SUPERVISOR

Fruitport Community Schools Special Board Meeting Agenda – 04/14/21

Fruitport Community Schools
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 – 6:00 p.m.
Board Room

AGENDA

I. CALL to ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

IV. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS

Approval of Workshop Minutes of March 22, 2021 (attachment IV-1)
Superintendent Search Firm Presentations
• 6:00 p.m. – MASB
• 6:45 p.m. – Hulings and Associates
• 7:30 p.m. – Michigan Leadership Institute
• 8:00 p.m. – Deliberations to select a firm
Selection of a Superintendent Search Firm (attachment IV-2)
Other

V. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC*

VI. ADJOURNMENT

Ottawa County Preliminary Unemployment Rate for February 2021

The preliminary unemployment rates for February 2021 were released recently by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. Ottawa County’s unemployment rate has decreased from a high of 20.4% in April 2020 to 4.2% in February 2021. This is currently the fifth-lowest unemployment rate in Michigan, with rates ranging from 17.5% in Mackinac County to 3.1% in Livingston County.

Read more from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget

MDHHS Begins Implementing Coronavirus Vaccine Fetal Tissue Informed Consent

In a surprise victory—a partial victory so far—the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has begun implementing a coronavirus vaccine informed consent provision. The provision requires that patients be given informed consent if the coronavirus vaccine they will take was developed using cell lines taken from aborted babies.

The provision is in a pandemic supplemental spending bill signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on March 9. That Governor Whitmer signed it with no fanfare or opposition is a surprise; she didn’t release a statement claiming the provision was unenforceable. This success shows why it’s important for prolife legislators to keep working in even hostile legislative environments.

The MDHHS frequently asked questions document regarding COVID-19 vaccines now has a section explaining the use of fetal cell lines. It’s unclear what else the MDHHS is doing yet to enforce the provision, or if they will do anything else.

The Johnson & Johnson/Janssen coronavirus vaccine utilizes a cell line created from the retina of a healthy baby aborted at 18 weeks in 1985. The vaccine requires use of the cell line to produce doses, and thus this new provision requires people be informed.

Moderna and Pfizer do not use cell lines taken from aborted babies to produce their vaccines’ doses. However, they did use cells lines taken from aborted babies to test their vaccines in the research stage.

In news coverage by the Detroit Free Press, one State Senator described this provision as “putting politics into the process to scare people.”

It’s morally repugnant to hide information from people who would otherwise ethically object to taking the vaccine if they knew these facts. It’s the health officials who are unwisely playing politics by hiding information from people to trick them—and it’s only hurting their efforts in the long run because people eventually will find out and wonder why such information was hidden.

If you are receiving the Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine and you were not given proper informed consent involving the use of fetal tissue in vaccine development—either verbally or in written documentation—please e-mail us at info@rtl.org and let us know! Please also contact the MDHHS’s Division of Immunization at (517) 335-8159.

For more information about this topic and a list of all coronavirus vaccines that used fetal cell lines in either research or production, please visit the Right to Life of Michigan website: RTL.org/covid-19-vaccine-abortion/.

Community Events to Help Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence

Registration is now open for the 2021 Cheers & Chocolate Community Crawl, a month-long give-back event raising funds and awareness for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Muskegon County.

Every Woman’s Place (EWP) will host a special version of its beloved Cheers & Chocolate event, traditionally held in downtown Muskegon at the Culinary Institute of Michigan (CIM). In anticipation of a wider reopening of the economy in the spring, the Community Crawl invites businesses to support EWP by committing to giving back a portion of proceeds from featured items during the month of April.

MUSKEGON, MI – Toe up to the Starting Line for the 2021 Cheers & Chocolate Community Crawl! Every Woman’s Place (EWP) and the Culinary Institute of Michigan (CIM) are again collaborating to create a unique version of the culinary classic that’s been hosted in downtown Muskegon since 2003.

Beginning April 1 and ongoing for the entire month, folks across Muskegon will be visiting local businesses to purchase featured items—from pizza to cannoli, to coney dogs, to pottery! Businesses will give back a portion of proceeds from these items to EWP to support services in the community that respond to and help survivors recover from domestic or sexual violence.

For a continually updated list of participating businesses, visit everywomansplace.org/cheers-and-chocolate, or use the shortlink bit.ly/cheerslist. Meijer is helping kick off this month-long community engagement as the Cheers Community Crawl Starting Line Sponsor.

Also part of this year’s event is a Pop-Up Wine Pull on April 17 at Smash Wine Bar in downtown Muskegon, sponsored by Webb Chemical Corporation. Scheduled from 11 am to 2 pm, the pop-up will offer 100 bottles of wine, each valued at least $15. For a donation of $20, attendees and passersby 21 and over (ID required) can pull a bottle to take home. Find more details and a few of the featured bottles on the Pop-Up Wine Pull Facebook event.

In the Cheers Crawl Social Media Challenge, a weekly winner will be drawn at random from all social media posts on Facebook that use the hashtag #cheerscommunitycrawl. Prizes include bottles of wine, floral arrangements, and salon gift certificates. An arrangement donated by Flowers by Ray and Sharon (North Muskegon location) is the featured prize for April 1-9.

EWP, the CIM, and Brena will join forces for a cap-off celebration on April 24—the Cheers Crawl Finish Line—on the Olthoff Stage in downtown Muskegon. The community is invited to eat, drink, and stroll the downtown Muskegon Social District all day. Downtown visitors can end their outing at Olthoff Stage, where Brena, West Michigan’s premier party band, will perform from 5pm to 8pm. Attendees can put on their party shoes and dance to the music in specially-marked dance circles along Third Street, which will be closed between Western Avenue and Clay Street. The dance circles will be spaced for social distancing between groups.

The CIM chefs will have been busy creating specialty chocolates for sale at the Finish Line. Pre-ordering is now open at everywomansplace.org/cheers-and-chocolate for these delectable treats, which will include flavors representing the CIM (hazelnut latte with coffee ganache) and EWP (blackberry with dark chocolate and a teal ribbon decoration). Pickup of pre-orders or day-of purchases can be made at the chocolate booth at the Finish Line, made possible by our Chocolate Sponsor, Beth and Jerry Evans.

The Cheers Community Crawl is just one of EWP’s awareness and fundraiser activities that align with national Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April.

In 2021, EWP is also hosting four Netflix Watch Parties. Using the free platform Scener, EWP staff and viewers will be able to engage in chat conversation throughout the film viewing, and join in a short discussion following the movie. Registration is free at bit.ly/ewpSAAM.

Denim Day is a national campaign that focuses on raising awareness about sexual violence, supporting survivors and addressing the myths and misconceptions that surround this issue. To participate, donate and wear denim on April 28th to make a statement against sexual violence in all its forms.

The Muskegon Sexual Assault Response Team is collecting NEW bedding throughout the month of April for survivors of sexual assault. Drop-off locations include various police departments, the Prosecutor’s Office and EWP, or donors can order items on AmazonSmile (bit.ly/MSARTbedding) and ship directly to EWP.

About Every Woman’s Place

Every Woman’s Place provides residential crisis shelter and non-residential recovery services for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking. We provide a safe haven, complete with advocacy services, support groups, counseling and crisis response. All services are free of charge and are available and welcoming to anyone affected by abuse, assault, and violence.

Events Happening in Muskegon County – Monday April 12, – Sunday April 18, 2021

*Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events*
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org

Museums open to the public:
Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org
USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org

Monday April 12:

Tuesday April 13:

Wednesday April 14:

Comedy Night at Burl and Sprig
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Come shake off those winter blues with some laughter and drinks.
Free Admission + Social Distancing located at 500 W. Western Ave.
Presented By: Fresh Ghost Comedy www.burlsprig.net

Thursday April 15:

Friday April 16:

Muskegon Lakeshore Home, Garden + Boat Show
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Don’t miss the Lakeshore’s Premier Home, Garden + Boat Show!
• Featuring over 60 exhibitors from home improvement to landscapers to boat dealers • Check out the outdoor boat displays • Learn something new at one of our DIY or demonstration seminars including floral arranging, cooking demonstrations and boater safety • All this and more at the brand new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in downtown Muskegon located at 470 W. Western Ave. Advance tickets just $8 or $10 at the door. Kids 12 and under are free! Each ticket includes 15% off Walker’s Restaurant at the Delta by Marriot Hotel. Buy Tickets: muskegonmicoc.wliinc16.com/events/Home-Garden-Boat-Show-2021-10135/register. List of vendors available at www.muskegonhgs.org

West Michigan Vintage Market: Spring Sale
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Offering 10,000+ sq. ft. of amazing curators, local food vendors, and artisans featuring shabby chic decor, vintage inspired crafts, mid-century modern & re-purposed furniture located at 1657 S. Getty St. Questions call 231-557-2378 www.westmichiganvintagemarket.com

Saturday April 17:

Muskegon Lakeshore Home, Garden + Boat Show
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Don’t miss the Lakeshore’s Premier Home, Garden + Boat Show!
• Featuring over 60 exhibitors from home improvement to landscapers to boat dealers • Check out the outdoor boat displays • Learn something new at one of our DIY or demonstration seminars including floral arranging, cooking demonstrations and boater safety • All this and more at the brand new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in downtown Muskegon located at 470 W. Western Ave. Advance tickets just $8 or $10 at the door. Kids 12 and under are free! Each ticket includes 15% off Walker’s Restaurant at the Delta by Marriot Hotel. Buy Tickets: muskegonmicoc.wliinc16.com/events/Home-Garden-Boat-Show-2021-10135/register. List of vendors available at www.muskegonhgs.org

Sunday April 18:

Our Voice: Virtual Story Telling with Dads on Deck and Muskegon Museum of Art

Muskegon, MI — The Muskegon Museum of Art partnered with Dads on Deck, Great Start Muskegon, and Read Early, Read Often to produce three free virtual story times that premiere this month. The story telling sessions feature Muskegon Dads on Deck members reading children’s books illustrated with artwork featured in the MMA’s exhibition Our Voice: Celebrating the Coretta Scott King Book Awards.

The story telling videos will appear for the first time on the museum’s website and YouTube channel on the following days, but will continue to be available on the Muskegon Museum of Art YouTube channel after they premiere.

Thursday, April 15, 5:00 pm
Beautiful Blackbird with Andre Pierce
Dads on Deck member Andre Pierce reads Beautiful Blackbird, written and illustrated by Ashley Bryan.

Thursday, April 22, 5:00 pm
Josephine with Norman Young
Part 1
Part 2
Dads on Deck member Norman Young reads Josephine, written by Patricia Hruby and illustrated by Christian Robinson.

Video production is by Stories by CL.

Our Voice: Celebrating the Coretta Scott King Book Awards runs through May 23, 2021 at the Muskegon Museum of Art.The Coretta Scott King Award is presented annually by the American Library Association (ALA) to African American authors and illustrators of books for children and teens that contribute to an understanding and appreciation of African American culture and universal human values. Our Voice, organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature and ALA, features original artworks by past award winners Jerry Pinkney, Ashley Bryan, Bryan Collier, Leo and Diane Dillon, Kadir Nelson, and many others. Our Voice celebrates this important award and explores the ways in which artists can educate and elevate, offering new perspectives and opening our eyes to the world and the experiences of our neighbors, inviting greater understanding and unity. The MMA presentation of Our Voice is underwritten by the Folkert Family Foundation. Media support is provided by Blue Lake Public Radio.

Additional support is provided by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs with the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Michigan Humanities Council with the National Endowment for the Humanities.

The museum is open 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays, and closed Mondays. Health and safety measures include limited occupancy in galleries and other public spaces, enhanced cleaning, and mask wearing is required for guests and staff.

Visit www.muskegonartmuseum.org for museum updates, visitor information, and exhibition information.

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Monday April 26 :

Tuesday April 27:

Wednesday April 28:

Thursday April 29:

Friday April 30:

Saturday May 1:

Sunday May 2:

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Adult Programs:

Youth Services Programs:

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ASIST Training From Our Friends at Gryphon Place in Kalamazoo

*Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events* Please check our website for virtual events happening www.visitmuskegon.org

Museums open to the public: Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org

Monday April 19:

Tuesday April 20:

Wednesday April 21:

Thursday April 22:

Friday April 23:

Saturday April 24:

Sunday April 25:

Parks & Public Health team up to offer Step it Up! Walking Program free in Ottawa & Allegan counties

👟 >> Register for Step it Up! today << 👟

Group walks & activities

Step it Up! begins on May 10Commit to fit & register by May 7: miOttawa.org/Step it Up

Workplace Wellness

Know a kid with a science question?

Registration is now open for the 2021 Cheers & Chocolate Community Crawl, a month-long give-back event raising funds and awareness for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Muskegon County.

About Every Woman’s Place

Monday April 12:

Tuesday April 13:

Wednesday April 14:

Thursday April 15:

Friday April 16:

Saturday April 17:

Sunday April 18:

Limited Seating Available.
Call today to reserve your training spot
231-726-2677

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!
BECOME A QPR TRAINER IN A DAY

Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org

Museums open to the public:
Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org
USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org

Step it Up! begins on May 10
Commit to fit & register by May 7: miOttawa.org/Step it Up