How to Plan a Beach Wedding in Grand Haven: A Step-by-Step Guide

Can you actually pull off a wedding on a public Lake Michigan beach? Yes, and couples do it every summer in Grand Haven. But there’s more to it than showing up with an officiant and a bouquet. A beach wedding looks effortless in photos, but getting there takes more planning than a typical indoor wedding, […]
How to Host the Perfect Family Reunion

Family reunions are one of those rare occasions where three or four generations end up in the same room, laughing over old stories, meeting the newest little ones, and picking up right where they left off. But if you have ever been the person in charge of organizing one, you know how quickly the planning […]
How to Plan a Quinceañera at Central Park Place

.A complete step-by-step guide for West Michigan families planning a quinceañera celebration A quinceañera is so much more than a party. It is a rite of passage rooted in centuries of Latin American tradition, a moment where a young woman is presented to her community as she transitions from childhood into adulthood. It is a […]
Grand Haven Centertown Vision Plan Open House

City of Grand Haven Invites Community to Centertown Vision Update Open House Grand Haven, MI – The City of Grand Haven invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to participate in the next step in shaping the future of Centertown at a second Open House for the Centertown Vision Update. The open house will be […]
Main Street Passport Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Win Up to $750 While Exploring Grand Haven: Main Street Passport Event Runs April 20–25 Grand Haven, MI – Get ready to explore, discover, and win! Grand Haven Main Street is excited to introduce a brand-new, weeklong community event designed to celebrate local businesses and bring energy to every corner of the […]
Benefits of Hosting Off-Site Business Meetings

Business meetings play a critical role in shaping strategy, aligning teams, and driving results. Yet many organizations continue to hold these important conversations in the same office spaces where daily distractions are unavoidable. Emails, interruptions, and routine surroundings can make it difficult for teams to stay focused and fully engaged. Hosting business meetings outside the […]
Top Questions to Ask Before Hiring Your Wedding Vendors

Planning your wedding is an exciting journey, but choosing the right vendors can feel overwhelming. From photographers and florists to DJs and caterers, the professionals you hire play a major role in how your wedding day looks, feels, and flows. Asking thoughtful questions before booking your wedding vendors helps ensure everything comes together seamlessly and […]
Celebrate Big Milestones at Central Park Place: Graduation Party & Open House Planning Tips

Graduation is a major milestone, one that deserves to be celebrated in a way that feels just as special as the achievement itself. Whether you’re honoring a high school graduate, college grad, or advanced degree, hosting a graduation party or open house is a wonderful way to bring family and friends together. At Central Park […]
Grand Haven Centertown Vision Update Public Outreach

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Grand Haven Launches Community Engagement for Centertown Vision Update Grand Haven/ January 2, 2026: The City of Grand Haven is updating the 2014 Centertown Vision Plan to have a strategic, actionable roadmap. The Centertown Vision Plan will be responsive to the needs of residents, businesses, and future generations. The process […]
Wine About Winter Returns to Grand Haven Main Street on January 16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wine About Winter Returns to Grand Haven Main Street on January 16 Grand Haven, MI – Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority (DDA) invites the community to raise a glass and celebrate winter at the 16th Annual Wine About Winter event on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. […]