Welcome back, Holland! If last week's sidewalk sales and Bingo Loco taught us anything, it's that you all know how to show up. This week brings kayaking on the Kalamazoo, karaoke under the marquee at Park Theatre, a beading class for the bird-lovers among us, and the final night of the Street Performer Series. Let's get into it. 👇

🚣 Family Kayaking on the Kalamazoo — Saturday, Aug. 15, 9:30–11 a.m. @ New Richmond Bridge Park. Paddle a slow-moving stretch of the Kalamazoo River with naturalist guides from the Outdoor Discovery Center. Kayaks, paddles, and life vests provided — this one's ideal even if you've never paddled before. Ages 10+, registration required (spots are limited). 👉 Register here

🎤 Award-Winning Karaoke Night — Friday, Aug. 14, 7:30–11 p.m. @ Park Theatre. Hosted by Jair Driesenga, this is downtown Holland's favorite way to close out a Friday. $5 cover, and yes, someone will absolutely sing Journey. 👉 Learn More

🏹 Archery Night — Thursday, Aug. 13, 6–7:30 p.m. @ ODC Archery Range Ever wanted to try archery? All equipment provided, all skill levels welcome (ages 10+). Free, thanks to Allegan County Parks and Recreation. 👉 Register here

🐴 Family Round-Up at Critter Barn — Friday, Aug. 14, 3–7 p.m. @ Critter Barn, Zeeland. Bounce houses, animal encounters, face painting, and the Pronto Pups food truck. A farm-fundraiser that doubles as one of the best family afternoons of the summer. $15/person, kids 2 and under free. 👉 Learn More

🎨 Botanical Printing & Watercolor Workshop — Saturday, Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. @ Holland Area Arts Council. A relaxing, guided watercolor + botanical printing class — no experience needed, just a willingness to get a little messy. $75. 👉 Register Here

Your soundtrack for the week, sorted by night:

Nature for Tykes: Camouflage — Wednesday, Aug. 12, 10–11 a.m. @ Outdoor Discovery Center. A hands-on nature program for the 7-and-under crowd. Registration required, $6/child. 👉 Register here

Make and Takes: Floral Stamped Cards — Tuesday, Aug. 11, 6–7 p.m. @ Windmill Island Gardens. Hammer fresh-cut flowers into greeting cards using freshly harvested blooms from the gardens. 👉 More info

Holland Farmers Market — Wednesday & Saturday, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. @ Civic Center Place. 75+ vendors, still going strong — get there early for the good peaches. 👉 Learn More

"Once" — Runs Tues–Sat this week, 7:30 p.m. @ Saugatuck Center for the Arts. The Tony Award-winning musical about a Dublin street musician continues its run. 👉 Tickets here

Get Smart — Thurs–Sat, 6 p.m. (plus a 2 p.m. matinee Saturday) @ Holland Community Theatre. This teen production brings the spy-comedy classic to the stage. $12.50. 👉 Tickets here

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See you around town, Holland. 🌷

— Tyler and The Holland Happenings Team