Community Corner
🌱 When can you tee off at Holland’s newest indoor golf spot?
You won't want to miss Preserved! on the Holland Patch calendar
Good day Holland! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
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In today's newsletter:
- When can you tee off at Holland's newest indoor golf spot?
- How a Holland nonprofit is changing young lives 8,500 miles away
- How Hope's freshman class kept the Pull winning streak alive
Also on today's calendar: Preserved! and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 57 degrees.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, afternoon rain, temps: high: 72, low: 64.
- Thursday: Rain at times, with a high of 69 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• The Back Nine Golf aims for October opening in Holland Town Center (bnd.com) — A new golf simulator venue, The Back Nine Golf – Holland North, is targeting an opening around Oct. 20 at Holland Town Center on James Street. Residents will be able to book simulator time or memberships with 24/7 access, plus enjoy a putting green and lounge, adding a third indoor golf option alongside Tulip City Golf and Holland Country Club. 
• Holland's encompassKids making lasting impact in South Africa (bnd.com) — A Holland-based nonprofit, encompassKids, is quietly impacting thousands of vulnerable children and families in South Africa through adoption support, school mentoring, and domestic violence services. Rooted in Christ Memorial Church's early work there, the group now serves over 15,000 young people annually and has welcomed a new executive director whose own adoption story shapes his vision from right here in Holland.
• 'Even Year' Freshman Class Wins 2026 Annual Pull Competition (hope.edu) — Hope College's famed Pull tug-of-war returned to campus in Holland for its 129th year, with the freshman "Even Year" class of 2030 edging out the sophomores. The tradition drew students and alumni to Hope's riverside pits, continuing a rivalry that has now seen six straight Even Year victories and reinforcing a signature community event for Holland residents.
📸 Around Holland
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Holland
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★ Featured events ★
- Preserved! →
LaFontsee Galleries, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids
5:30 pm - Preserved! →
LaFontsee Galleries, 1504 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids
11:00 am
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
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Other local events
- Holland Farmers Market →
8th Street Marketplace, 150 W 8th Street, Holland
8:00 am - Senior Ministry "SHARE" →
Shekinah Revival Ministries, 1941 Washington Ave., Holland
11:00 am - Finding Your Voice: A Public Speaking Series →
Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th Street, Holland
3:30 pm - Thanksgiving Ceramic Platter Painting →
Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E 8th St Suite 200, Holland
5:30 pm - School Nurse Fun Run →
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6:00 pm - No Nonsense Spirituality, with Britt Hartley →
Port 393, 393 Cleveland Avenue, Holland
7:00 pm - Fall Fest →
Holland Civic Center Place, 150 W 8th Street, Holland - New Troy at Park Theater →
Holland's Historic Park Theater, Holland
7:00 pm - Park Theater w/ Android Paranoid →
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7:00 pm - Radiohead — Performed by Android Paranoid with New Troy →
Park Theatre, 248 South River Ave., Holland
7:00 pm - New Troy at Park Theater w/ Android Paranoid →
Holland's Historic Park Theater, Holland
7:00 pm - Radiohead ★ Performed by Android Paranoid wsg. New Troy @ Park Theatre →
Park Theatre, 248 South River Ave., Holland
7:00 pm
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
📣 Holland Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi neighbors!
My family and I recently moved to the area. Love exploring local spots, biking, and getting outdoors. Happy to connect and be part of this great… (Nextdoor Van Raalte Farm) - Does anyone know someone that could come to my home and tinker with our riding mower?
It won't go in reverse any longer. We dont have a way to take it anywhere to get someone to check it out. I looked on utube and it says it may just… (Nextdoor Harrington)
- TJX posted a job opening for Retail Backroom Associate in Holland. Apply here.
- Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Evening Kitchen Team Member in Holland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Holland here.
🗞 Nearby News
Zeeland
Saugatuck
- Saugatuck Township to consider housing development on Old Allegan Road (bnd.com)
- 'A lot of kids sit in limbo.' Why Hamilton County seeks tax increase (dispatch.com)
Fennville
- Kids returning to class, supply donation needs met after Dix Street Elementary fire (wwmt.com)
- EV Construction Takes Over Wine Trail Inn Redevelopment (constructionowners.com)
Ok Holland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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