By Greg Chandler
Zeeland Record
Ottawa County will soon have its own facility to serve its military veterans.
A groundbreaking ceremony for the county’s first dedicated veterans facility will take place on Tuesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. at the county administrative complex, 12120 Fillmore St. in Olive Township.
Currently, the county’s Department of Veterans Services is located inside the county Health Department building at 12251 James St., Suite 300 in Holland Township.
The groundbreaking marks a significant milestone in the county’s ongoing efforts to enhance the level of care and support provided to veterans. The county has nearly 12,000 military veterans, said Caleb Worpel, a community outreach specialist for the Department of Veterans Services.
“It’s been a long time coming. I think this is something that was definitely needed,” said Worpel, an Air Force veteran. “If you look at the other counties that surround Ottawa, whether that’s Muskegon, Allegan, Kent – they all have their own facility. We kind of stand alone in the fact that we don’t (have our own facility). If we want to continue to lead the charge in terms of taking care of veterans and be the best that we can in the area, we need to have this space.”
The facility will serve as a centralized, purpose-built space focused on fostering connection, providing resources, and creating an environment that reflects the community’s appreciation for those who have served.
The new location will also be more centrally-located to serve veterans who live in the eastern portion of the county, who now have to drive 25-30 miles to the current Holland Township office, Worpel said.
“The move over to the Fillmore Street complex is really more of a strategic move. If you think of the Jenison-Hudsonville area, that’s still Ottawa County. And we’re way out here, and that travel distance is tough,” Worpel said.
Established in July 2011, the county Department of Veterans Services is funded with county general fund tax dollars to serve veterans in Ottawa County and their families. The department assists with service-connected disability claims, applying for Veterans Administration pensions, medical transportation, county and federal burial benefits, retrieving military service records, working with government and social service agencies, and providing referrals and support services.
It is hoped that the new veterans facility will be open by the end of the year, Worpel said.
Zeeland Record
Ottawa County will soon have its own facility to serve its military veterans.
A groundbreaking ceremony for the county’s first dedicated veterans facility will take place on Tuesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. at the county administrative complex, 12120 Fillmore St. in Olive Township.
Currently, the county’s Department of Veterans Services is located inside the county Health Department building at 12251 James St., Suite 300 in Holland Township.
The groundbreaking marks a significant milestone in the county’s ongoing efforts to enhance the level of care and support provided to veterans. The county has nearly 12,000 military veterans, said Caleb Worpel, a community outreach specialist for the Department of Veterans Services.
“It’s been a long time coming. I think this is something that was definitely needed,” said Worpel, an Air Force veteran. “If you look at the other counties that surround Ottawa, whether that’s Muskegon, Allegan, Kent – they all have their own facility. We kind of stand alone in the fact that we don’t (have our own facility). If we want to continue to lead the charge in terms of taking care of veterans and be the best that we can in the area, we need to have this space.”
The facility will serve as a centralized, purpose-built space focused on fostering connection, providing resources, and creating an environment that reflects the community’s appreciation for those who have served.
The new location will also be more centrally-located to serve veterans who live in the eastern portion of the county, who now have to drive 25-30 miles to the current Holland Township office, Worpel said.
“The move over to the Fillmore Street complex is really more of a strategic move. If you think of the Jenison-Hudsonville area, that’s still Ottawa County. And we’re way out here, and that travel distance is tough,” Worpel said.
Established in July 2011, the county Department of Veterans Services is funded with county general fund tax dollars to serve veterans in Ottawa County and their families. The department assists with service-connected disability claims, applying for Veterans Administration pensions, medical transportation, county and federal burial benefits, retrieving military service records, working with government and social service agencies, and providing referrals and support services.
It is hoped that the new veterans facility will be open by the end of the year, Worpel said.
Local Teams Compete at Odyssey of the Mind World Championships
Quincy Elementary School fifth-graders Oscar Gomez and Zeke Pio, assisted by coach Adam Farleigh, add weights to a structure during a challenge at the Odyssey of the Mind world championships at Michigan State University last month.
Photo courtesy Zeeland Public Schools
By Greg Chandler
Zeeland Record
Two teams from Zeeland Public Schools and one from Zeeland Christian School recently competed in the Odyssey of the Mind world championships at Michigan State University.
The fifth-grade team from Quincy Elementary School had an impressive showing, finishing seventh among 51 teams in its division. It’s the second straight year that Quincy has had a team finish in the top 10 at the OM championships.
Cityside Middle School’s team delivered what many described as their best performance against 36 other teams in their category. Zeeland Christian’s middle school team had the experience of partnering with a team from Mexico for its worlds experience, capping its first season in the OM program.
The Quincy team, coached by Adam and Kristen Farleigh, engineered a structure that held 650 pounds, earning third place in the spontaneous challenge, an on-the-spot problem-solving event that tests creativity and teamwork.
“OM has been an amazing experience over these last two years,” Quincy team member Jovy Edwards said. “At first, I didn’t really know anyone on our OM team, but now we are like siblings. At worlds it has been so fun meeting people from other countries.”
Cityside’s team took part in the “buddy team” program and was paired with a middle school team from Mexico. For the team’s Spanish immersion students, it was an opportunity to practice their Spanish and build meaningful friendships.
“This was an incredible experience, and we are so proud of these kids,” Cityside coach Stephanie Sherman said.
The Zeeland Christian team had a chance to interact with competitors from other countries and practice the language skills they had learned in their immersion program.
“At Zeeland Christian, we invest in two immersion languages, so the team we sent to worlds was made up of kids educated in Mandarin Chinese immersion and Spanish immersion as well as our traditional program,” ZCS Odyssey of the Mind coordinator Kristi Van Dyk said. “They were paired with a team from Mexico and were able to converse so naturally and fluently with kids given their Spanish backgrounds. The kids who speak Mandarin could enjoy the Chinese performances in a way that was wholly authentic.”
The two Zeeland Public teams and the Zeeland Christian team qualified for the world championships in March with first-place finishes at the state finals in Middleville.
Zeeland Record
Two teams from Zeeland Public Schools and one from Zeeland Christian School recently competed in the Odyssey of the Mind world championships at Michigan State University.
The fifth-grade team from Quincy Elementary School had an impressive showing, finishing seventh among 51 teams in its division. It’s the second straight year that Quincy has had a team finish in the top 10 at the OM championships.
Cityside Middle School’s team delivered what many described as their best performance against 36 other teams in their category. Zeeland Christian’s middle school team had the experience of partnering with a team from Mexico for its worlds experience, capping its first season in the OM program.
The Quincy team, coached by Adam and Kristen Farleigh, engineered a structure that held 650 pounds, earning third place in the spontaneous challenge, an on-the-spot problem-solving event that tests creativity and teamwork.
“OM has been an amazing experience over these last two years,” Quincy team member Jovy Edwards said. “At first, I didn’t really know anyone on our OM team, but now we are like siblings. At worlds it has been so fun meeting people from other countries.”
Cityside’s team took part in the “buddy team” program and was paired with a middle school team from Mexico. For the team’s Spanish immersion students, it was an opportunity to practice their Spanish and build meaningful friendships.
“This was an incredible experience, and we are so proud of these kids,” Cityside coach Stephanie Sherman said.
The Zeeland Christian team had a chance to interact with competitors from other countries and practice the language skills they had learned in their immersion program.
“At Zeeland Christian, we invest in two immersion languages, so the team we sent to worlds was made up of kids educated in Mandarin Chinese immersion and Spanish immersion as well as our traditional program,” ZCS Odyssey of the Mind coordinator Kristi Van Dyk said. “They were paired with a team from Mexico and were able to converse so naturally and fluently with kids given their Spanish backgrounds. The kids who speak Mandarin could enjoy the Chinese performances in a way that was wholly authentic.”
The two Zeeland Public teams and the Zeeland Christian team qualified for the world championships in March with first-place finishes at the state finals in Middleville.
Historical Society Receives Donation Honoring Hooglands
The Zeeland Historical Society has received a significant donation from the Hoogland family - Todd Hoogland, Julie Hoogland Taylor, Gregg Hoogland, and Jane Hoogland Jipping - along with contributions from other individuals to the Les Hoogland Fund.
This generous support will fund two major projects aimed at preserving and celebrating Zee-land’s rich history and it honors the lasting legacy of Les Hoogland and his wife, Vivian.
When Les Hoogland passed away in August 2024, he left behind a legacy of leadership, service, and deep love for Zeeland. As the city’s longest-serving mayor, with 22 years in office, Les championed community growth and connection. He and his wife, Viv, together made countless contributions that have shaped both Zeeland and the greater West Michigan region.
“We are incredibly grateful to the Hoogland family and all those who contributed to the Les Hoogland Fund,” said Audrey Rojo, curator at the Zeeland Historical Society. “This donation en-sures that Zeeland’s history - especially the stories of our veterans and civic leaders - will be preserved and shared for generations to come.”
The first project will revitalize the museum’s Veterans’ Memorial Room. The Stories of Service exhibit will showcase the sacrifices and contributions of Zeeland’s servicemen and women, as well as highlight the role of local veterans' organizations, such as Gilbert D. Karsten American Legion Post 33.
The second initiative, The Les Hoogland Civic Legacy Exhibit: The Heart of Zeeland, will introduce a brand-new exhibit focusing on the city’s civic leadership. This display will honor the efforts of community leaders, city governance, police and fire departments, and other essential public services that have shaped Zeeland’s past and present.
Additional funding is needed to incorporate interactive features in the veterans’ display, which will help visitors connect more deeply with veterans’ stories. To support this effort, donations may be earmarked to the Les Hoogland Fund.
Renovations and exhibit installations are set to begin in the coming months, with an anticipated completion date of October. The museum will stay open as much as possible during these renovations with an adapted exhibit flow as needed.
For more information, updates, and ways to support the Zeeland Historical Society, please visit zeelandhistory.org.
This generous support will fund two major projects aimed at preserving and celebrating Zee-land’s rich history and it honors the lasting legacy of Les Hoogland and his wife, Vivian.
When Les Hoogland passed away in August 2024, he left behind a legacy of leadership, service, and deep love for Zeeland. As the city’s longest-serving mayor, with 22 years in office, Les championed community growth and connection. He and his wife, Viv, together made countless contributions that have shaped both Zeeland and the greater West Michigan region.
“We are incredibly grateful to the Hoogland family and all those who contributed to the Les Hoogland Fund,” said Audrey Rojo, curator at the Zeeland Historical Society. “This donation en-sures that Zeeland’s history - especially the stories of our veterans and civic leaders - will be preserved and shared for generations to come.”
The first project will revitalize the museum’s Veterans’ Memorial Room. The Stories of Service exhibit will showcase the sacrifices and contributions of Zeeland’s servicemen and women, as well as highlight the role of local veterans' organizations, such as Gilbert D. Karsten American Legion Post 33.
The second initiative, The Les Hoogland Civic Legacy Exhibit: The Heart of Zeeland, will introduce a brand-new exhibit focusing on the city’s civic leadership. This display will honor the efforts of community leaders, city governance, police and fire departments, and other essential public services that have shaped Zeeland’s past and present.
Additional funding is needed to incorporate interactive features in the veterans’ display, which will help visitors connect more deeply with veterans’ stories. To support this effort, donations may be earmarked to the Les Hoogland Fund.
Renovations and exhibit installations are set to begin in the coming months, with an anticipated completion date of October. The museum will stay open as much as possible during these renovations with an adapted exhibit flow as needed.
For more information, updates, and ways to support the Zeeland Historical Society, please visit zeelandhistory.org.
City Recognizes Historical Society’s 50 Years
The Zeeland City Council Monday honored the Zeeland Historical Society for its 50 years of service in preserving the community’s history.
Mayor Kevin Klynstra read a proclamation honoring the work of the historical society.
“The Zeeland Historical Society has played an instrumental role in educating the community, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared past, and cultivating pride in the traditions, stories, and people who have shaped our great city,” Klynstra read from the proclamation.
The historical society formed in 1974, and a year later purchased the Dekker home at 37 E. Main Ave. for the purpose of turning it into a museum. The Dekker Huis Museum opened its doors in 1976. In 2006, the historical society began work on restoring the old New Groningen schoolhouse on Paw Paw Drive, and five years later, the schoolhouse was opened for tours and large gatherings.
“It’s been a labor of love, because we dearly love this community,” said Dorothy Voss, who was one of the society’s founding members and served as its director for many years. “We’ve been blessed all these years with getting funds, just when we needed them.”
Mayor Kevin Klynstra read a proclamation honoring the work of the historical society.
“The Zeeland Historical Society has played an instrumental role in educating the community, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared past, and cultivating pride in the traditions, stories, and people who have shaped our great city,” Klynstra read from the proclamation.
The historical society formed in 1974, and a year later purchased the Dekker home at 37 E. Main Ave. for the purpose of turning it into a museum. The Dekker Huis Museum opened its doors in 1976. In 2006, the historical society began work on restoring the old New Groningen schoolhouse on Paw Paw Drive, and five years later, the schoolhouse was opened for tours and large gatherings.
“It’s been a labor of love, because we dearly love this community,” said Dorothy Voss, who was one of the society’s founding members and served as its director for many years. “We’ve been blessed all these years with getting funds, just when we needed them.”
Support for Caregivers, Focus on Quality of Life Helps ALS Patients
The Susan Mast ALS Foundation and Emmanuel Hospice focus on helping individuals with ALS and their loved ones live each day to the fullest.
Photo courtesy Emmanuel Hospice
Photo courtesy Emmanuel Hospice
By Emmanuel Hospice
After losing her father to ALS, Julie Snelling knows it’s one of the last diagnoses a doctor wants to give – or a family wants to hear.
Also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a devastating progressive neurodegenerative disease that robs control over your muscles. Once diagnosed, individuals with ALS have an average of 2-5 years to live.
“Usually, the brain stays intact while the disease slowly paralyzes you,” said Snelling, executive director of the Susan Mast ALS Foundation, a nonprofit that provides support to ALS patients, families and caregivers in West Michigan. “It often hits the lungs, making you no longer able to breathe.”
According to Snelling, the disease is difficult to diagnose as there is no single test to confirm it. Initial symptoms, which can range from muscle weakness and clumsiness to slurred speech and difficulty swallowing, can be subtle and mimic other diseases. While more common in older adults, the disease can strike at any age.
“Ninety percent of ALS cases are sporadic, meaning anyone can develop it at any time,” Snelling said. “Right now, we’re supporting about 140 ALS families across West Michigan, with individuals ranging in age from 20 to 80 - and we expect that number to grow.
“Our state has one of the highest rates of ALS in the country. The number of people diagnosed in the state have doubled in the past 10 years alone.”
While hoping for a cure, Snelling says the foundation’s focus is on quality of life and helping individuals with ALS live each day to the fullest - a mission that resonates with the team at Emmanuel Hospice, which makes hospice care more about living.
Because ALS is a terminal illness, individuals with this disease are often eligible for hospice services. Emmanuel Hospice nurse Sarah Cybulski has supported more than a dozen families affected by ALS in the past five years. Knowing the trajectory of ALS in our state, she wishes more people were given information about hospice upon diagnosis to be able to utilize services earlier on.
“ALS, Lou Gehrig's and hospice can all be intimidating terms to hear,” Cybulski said. “But one of the scariest things is just not knowing what to expect. We provide education and resources to help families navigate ALS as symptoms progress. When families learn about the individualized support hospice can provide, I’ve seen that sense of being overwhelmed melt away.”
Cybulski says with its focus on compassionate, person-centered care, Emmanuel Hospice is uniquely qualified to help patients and their loved ones navigate the emotions of a terminal diagnosis, manage symptoms and enhance quality of life.
“Anticipatory grief support is especially important as someone watches their loved one with ALS lose their previous independence and they become more of a caregiver,” Cybulski said. “We have dedicated team members trained to provide support emotionally and spiritually.”
Hospice can also reduce the burden of care coordination from families so they can be more present with their loved one in the time they have left together. Helping patients and their loved ones make the most of every moment at the end of life is central to Emmanuel Hospice’s philosophy of care.
“Our first question is always, ‘how do you want to live?’” Cybulski said. “Hospice is often seen as something for one’s final days or hours, but we have had the privilege of serving patients with ALS for months. It’s never too soon to learn about how hospice can help.”
Zeeland native Sara Torrey Lowe founded Emmanuel Hospice in 2013 with Sr. Gabriela Hilke in collaboration with St. Ann’s home, Clark Retirement, Porter Hills and Sunset Retirement Community. Lowe is the hospice organization’s chief executive officer.
For more information about hospice care, visit EmmanuelHospice.org. Details about the Susan Mast ALS Foundation can be found at SusanMastALS.org.
After losing her father to ALS, Julie Snelling knows it’s one of the last diagnoses a doctor wants to give – or a family wants to hear.
Also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a devastating progressive neurodegenerative disease that robs control over your muscles. Once diagnosed, individuals with ALS have an average of 2-5 years to live.
“Usually, the brain stays intact while the disease slowly paralyzes you,” said Snelling, executive director of the Susan Mast ALS Foundation, a nonprofit that provides support to ALS patients, families and caregivers in West Michigan. “It often hits the lungs, making you no longer able to breathe.”
According to Snelling, the disease is difficult to diagnose as there is no single test to confirm it. Initial symptoms, which can range from muscle weakness and clumsiness to slurred speech and difficulty swallowing, can be subtle and mimic other diseases. While more common in older adults, the disease can strike at any age.
“Ninety percent of ALS cases are sporadic, meaning anyone can develop it at any time,” Snelling said. “Right now, we’re supporting about 140 ALS families across West Michigan, with individuals ranging in age from 20 to 80 - and we expect that number to grow.
“Our state has one of the highest rates of ALS in the country. The number of people diagnosed in the state have doubled in the past 10 years alone.”
While hoping for a cure, Snelling says the foundation’s focus is on quality of life and helping individuals with ALS live each day to the fullest - a mission that resonates with the team at Emmanuel Hospice, which makes hospice care more about living.
Because ALS is a terminal illness, individuals with this disease are often eligible for hospice services. Emmanuel Hospice nurse Sarah Cybulski has supported more than a dozen families affected by ALS in the past five years. Knowing the trajectory of ALS in our state, she wishes more people were given information about hospice upon diagnosis to be able to utilize services earlier on.
“ALS, Lou Gehrig's and hospice can all be intimidating terms to hear,” Cybulski said. “But one of the scariest things is just not knowing what to expect. We provide education and resources to help families navigate ALS as symptoms progress. When families learn about the individualized support hospice can provide, I’ve seen that sense of being overwhelmed melt away.”
Cybulski says with its focus on compassionate, person-centered care, Emmanuel Hospice is uniquely qualified to help patients and their loved ones navigate the emotions of a terminal diagnosis, manage symptoms and enhance quality of life.
“Anticipatory grief support is especially important as someone watches their loved one with ALS lose their previous independence and they become more of a caregiver,” Cybulski said. “We have dedicated team members trained to provide support emotionally and spiritually.”
Hospice can also reduce the burden of care coordination from families so they can be more present with their loved one in the time they have left together. Helping patients and their loved ones make the most of every moment at the end of life is central to Emmanuel Hospice’s philosophy of care.
“Our first question is always, ‘how do you want to live?’” Cybulski said. “Hospice is often seen as something for one’s final days or hours, but we have had the privilege of serving patients with ALS for months. It’s never too soon to learn about how hospice can help.”
Zeeland native Sara Torrey Lowe founded Emmanuel Hospice in 2013 with Sr. Gabriela Hilke in collaboration with St. Ann’s home, Clark Retirement, Porter Hills and Sunset Retirement Community. Lowe is the hospice organization’s chief executive officer.
For more information about hospice care, visit EmmanuelHospice.org. Details about the Susan Mast ALS Foundation can be found at SusanMastALS.org.
Make Your Own Custom Tea At Windmill Island Gardens
This month’s Make and Take Class at Holland’s Windmill Island Gardens will involve making your own custom tea mix. The class will be offered next Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Post House building of Windmill Island Gardens.
Photo courtesy Windmill Island Gardens
Windmill Island Gardens continues their Make and Take series with a class dedicated to creating your own custom tea mix.
Next Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., join Chelsea Fox, owner of Indigo Vibes Apothecary, at Windmill Island Gardens where she will walk you through various wellness benefits, flavor profiles, and how to blend a tea blend tailored to your taste preferences and needs.
Discover how to layer a base tea with an herbal profile of wellness herbs, and take home biodegradable tea bags of your herbal tea and knowledge about herbs that are known to provide wellness for sleep/relaxation, inflammation, digestion and immunity.
The Make and Takes craft herbal tea class will be held in the brick Post House building of Windmill Island Gardens (1 Lincoln Ave., Holland). Class fees are $20 per person and includes all needed supplies.
Tickets are nonrefundable, but can be used as a credit towards future Make and Take classes on the second Tuesday of each month. For questions about Make and Take classes, please contact Laura at l.ambruso@cityof holland.com.
Windmill Island Gardens hosts a Make and Take class on the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. through November. From painting to cake decorating to candle making, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy, with no experience necessary.
This monthly crafting series will consist of various projects with Dutch or garden themes where registration fees vary. A full schedule of classes can be found below with more information available on the Windmill Island Gardens Facebook page and at www.windmillisland.com/programs.
Future Make and Take classes will be held on the following days:
• July 8: Floral Stamping. Decorate personalized tote bags stamping flowers grown right here at Windmill Island Gardens onto bags with light hammering creating natural dyes.
• August 12: Macrame Flowerpot Hangers. Create your own decorative flowerpot hanger by knotting rope to hang a starter plant to take home.
• September 9: Reversable Seasonal Décor. Paint on wood slices cut from trees right here at Windmill Island Gardens to create your own reversable hanging décor with pumpkins on one
side, and a snowman on the other.
• October 14: Candle Making. Learn how to pour your own custom-made soy wax candles. Choose your own scents and bring home 2 candles to keep for yourself or gift to a loved one.
• November 11: Holiday Porch Pots. Create your own holiday porch pot to display all winter long full of freshly cut greenery from trees all throughout Windmill Island Gardens.
For more details on Make and Takes and other upcoming events at Windmill Island Gardens, visit www.windmillisland.com/programs. Windmill Island Gardens is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last admission sold at 5 p.m.) through October.
Next Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., join Chelsea Fox, owner of Indigo Vibes Apothecary, at Windmill Island Gardens where she will walk you through various wellness benefits, flavor profiles, and how to blend a tea blend tailored to your taste preferences and needs.
Discover how to layer a base tea with an herbal profile of wellness herbs, and take home biodegradable tea bags of your herbal tea and knowledge about herbs that are known to provide wellness for sleep/relaxation, inflammation, digestion and immunity.
The Make and Takes craft herbal tea class will be held in the brick Post House building of Windmill Island Gardens (1 Lincoln Ave., Holland). Class fees are $20 per person and includes all needed supplies.
Tickets are nonrefundable, but can be used as a credit towards future Make and Take classes on the second Tuesday of each month. For questions about Make and Take classes, please contact Laura at l.ambruso@cityof holland.com.
Windmill Island Gardens hosts a Make and Take class on the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. through November. From painting to cake decorating to candle making, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy, with no experience necessary.
This monthly crafting series will consist of various projects with Dutch or garden themes where registration fees vary. A full schedule of classes can be found below with more information available on the Windmill Island Gardens Facebook page and at www.windmillisland.com/programs.
Future Make and Take classes will be held on the following days:
• July 8: Floral Stamping. Decorate personalized tote bags stamping flowers grown right here at Windmill Island Gardens onto bags with light hammering creating natural dyes.
• August 12: Macrame Flowerpot Hangers. Create your own decorative flowerpot hanger by knotting rope to hang a starter plant to take home.
• September 9: Reversable Seasonal Décor. Paint on wood slices cut from trees right here at Windmill Island Gardens to create your own reversable hanging décor with pumpkins on one
side, and a snowman on the other.
• October 14: Candle Making. Learn how to pour your own custom-made soy wax candles. Choose your own scents and bring home 2 candles to keep for yourself or gift to a loved one.
• November 11: Holiday Porch Pots. Create your own holiday porch pot to display all winter long full of freshly cut greenery from trees all throughout Windmill Island Gardens.
For more details on Make and Takes and other upcoming events at Windmill Island Gardens, visit www.windmillisland.com/programs. Windmill Island Gardens is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last admission sold at 5 p.m.) through October.
Arts Council Set Dates For Exhibition
Ottawa County and the Holland Area Arts Council have announced the dates for the 2025 Ottawa County Art Trust Exhibition.
The Art Trust Exhibition is a juried art show for artists who live or work in Ottawa County. Artists are invited to submit their work reflecting the cultural traditions, activities, or natural features that represent life in spectacular Ottawa County. Submission guidelines and forms are available at miottawa.org/administrator/art-trust.
Purchase Awards are bestowed to top works, selected by the juror. This year’s juror is Lynne Boezaart. The selected pieces earn a place in the organization's permanent collection, the Ottawa County Art Trust. Artists with questions should email exhibits@hollandarts.org.
Art pieces may be dropped off June 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Conference Room C of the county Administration Building, 12220 Fillmore St. An opening reception for the exhibition and awards presentation will be held at 4 p.m. June 24 in the lobby of the Administration Building.
"The Ottawa County Art Trust demonstrates the importance of creativity to Ottawa County while preserving a collection from local artists for generations to enjoy," county Communications Director Shannon Felgner said.
Ottawa County and the Holland Area Arts Council joined forces in 2018 to establish the Ottawa County Art Trust. To build the collection, the county and arts council collaborate for the annual Ottawa County Art Trust Exhibition each summer. Additionally, Ottawa County purchases pieces from local artists when budgets permit.
To date, the Ottawa County Art Trust collection includes 74 works from 46 unique, local artists. Artwork is displayed throughout county offices, halls and meeting spaces.
For more details on the Art Trust Exhibition, visit miottawa.org/administrator/art-trust online.
The Art Trust Exhibition is a juried art show for artists who live or work in Ottawa County. Artists are invited to submit their work reflecting the cultural traditions, activities, or natural features that represent life in spectacular Ottawa County. Submission guidelines and forms are available at miottawa.org/administrator/art-trust.
Purchase Awards are bestowed to top works, selected by the juror. This year’s juror is Lynne Boezaart. The selected pieces earn a place in the organization's permanent collection, the Ottawa County Art Trust. Artists with questions should email exhibits@hollandarts.org.
Art pieces may be dropped off June 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Conference Room C of the county Administration Building, 12220 Fillmore St. An opening reception for the exhibition and awards presentation will be held at 4 p.m. June 24 in the lobby of the Administration Building.
"The Ottawa County Art Trust demonstrates the importance of creativity to Ottawa County while preserving a collection from local artists for generations to enjoy," county Communications Director Shannon Felgner said.
Ottawa County and the Holland Area Arts Council joined forces in 2018 to establish the Ottawa County Art Trust. To build the collection, the county and arts council collaborate for the annual Ottawa County Art Trust Exhibition each summer. Additionally, Ottawa County purchases pieces from local artists when budgets permit.
To date, the Ottawa County Art Trust collection includes 74 works from 46 unique, local artists. Artwork is displayed throughout county offices, halls and meeting spaces.
For more details on the Art Trust Exhibition, visit miottawa.org/administrator/art-trust online.
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