Shows
Michigan Business NetworkMichigan Business Beat | Karen Mead, Farmgirl Flea Market - Spring Market 2025Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Karen Mead, Co-Owner of Farmgirl Flea Market, Hudsonville, MI
He had several questions for Karen in this conversation:
1. Tell us a bit about Farmgirl Flea’s Spring Market?
2. What can people find at this year’s market?
3. What’s the importance of shopping locally?
4. What sets Farmgirl apart from other flea markets?
5. How can people learn more about this market and the others you have coming up?
● Spring Market Details
○ May 16 from 4-8 p.m.
○ May 17 from 9-4 p.m.
○ Featuring more than 150 makers at Hudsonville Fairgrounds
○ 9th annual market has live music, drinks, & food trucks
○ Discover artisan a...2025-05-0904 min
The TableThe Table: Justice & Mercy Series - Minor Prophets Overview with Pastor Jim JefferyThis summer at the Table, we are going to learn more about God’s perfect justice and perfect mercy as we study the minor prophets of the Old Testament. Listen as Pastor Jim Jeffrey, a pastor at Chapel Pointe, begins our series with an overview of the minor prophets. As we study each minor prophet, we want to offer some additional resources to help you study these books. These resources are linked below! Key Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12; 2 Peter 1:19-21 Resources link: https://www.chapel-pointe.org/resources/ Join us at The Table2025-05-0827 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Reflection with Eric PalmerReflection is a spiritual discipline that helps us remember God’s faithfulness in every season. All throughout Scripture, we see God calling His people to remember His faithfulness and wondrous works, and we get to do the same. Listen in as we end the Vitals series discussing the power in practicing reflection, and practical ways we can make reflection a part of our regular spiritual rhythms. Key Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:12-17 Join us at The TableHudsonville 6:30 PM3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI Connect with usInsta...2025-05-0132 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Emotional Health for the Guys with Josh FullerThis week, we got to hear from Josh Fuller, one of our elders at Chapel Pointe. He spoke to the guys about feeling, but not following, our emotions. Highlighting the emotional roller coaster of Lamentations 3:5-24, Josh helped us see how God is present and constant even though our emotions may vary. Listen along, take notes, and be challenged to develop your heart while you also develop your mind.Join us at The TableHudsonville 6:30 PM3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI Connect with usInstagram: @chapelpointeyoungadultsWebsite: h...2025-04-1743 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Emotional Health for the Girls with Rebecca WeaverOur emotions are meant to be messengers, not our guides! Listen in as Rebecca Weaver, the Counseling Ministry Director at Chapel Pointe, helps us understand how God can do good things through our emotions, and how the truth of God’s Word should always be our guide over our emotions. God sees you, and He wants you to bring your emotions to Him!Join us at The TableHudsonville 6:30 PM3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI Connect with usInstagram: @chapelpointeyoungadultsWebsite: https://www.chapel-pointe.org/young-adults/ 2025-04-1629 min
Daily DetroitScoop vs. Scoop: Hudsonville Ice Cream, RankedShianne, Randy and Jer sit down at the studio at TechTown and rank Michigan-made Hudsonville Ice Cream flavors against eachother to decide which flavor reigns supreme in our very unofficial taste test. The entrants: Traverse City Cherry Fudge, Brownie Batter Cookie Dough, Mint Deer Traxx, Tropical Twist, Coffee Chip, and Peach Cobbler. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot com and 313-789-3211, leave us a voicemail for the podcast Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts...2025-04-1520 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Mental Health, for the guys with Eric PalmerBecause of the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus, we have graciously been given a new mind. 1 Corinthians 2 ties the Old Testament and the mysteries of God together with the New Testament and the mind of Christ that reveals to us the truth behind those mysteries. This week at The Table, Eric challenged the men of our community to develop the mind of Christ and live lives that reflect the transformation that God is doing in us through the Holy Spirit.Key Passages:1 Corinthians 2:6-16, Isaiah 40:13, Romans 12Join us at The...2025-04-1042 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Mental Health, for the girls with Andee MesmanIn Matthew 22:27, Jesus says, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” As Children of God, we are called to love and honor God with our minds. As we set our minds on the things above, go to God in prayer, and go through our battles in community with one another, God transforms our minds and brings healing and renewal. Listen in as Andee Mesman walks through the important truths about who God is and who we are in Christ, and shares some practical ways we can...2025-04-0935 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Mens Physical Health with Eric Palmer and Pastor Tyler ParrotSlightly different episode as we had some technical difficulties that caused us not to get capture the audio from the men’s breakout discussion on physical health. Eric sits down with Chapel Pointe Discipleship Pastor, Tyler Perrott, to discuss practical ways that men should honor God in and with their bodies. In this episode, Pastor Tyler walks through the ditches found on either side of 1 Timothy 4:7-8 and it begs the question - “how is God asking me to respond to the reality that physical training matters but Godliness matters more?” Better yet, what if physical training is a form o...2025-04-0223 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Ladies Physical Health with Andee Mesman and Guests1 Corinthians 6:18-20 says, “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” God has intentionally created us in His image, unique and wonderful. Our bodies are a gift from God that we get to take care of! When we decide to follow Jesus, we give Him all of our lives, including our physical health. Listen in as Andee Mesman, Shannon Vandewarker, Sharla Joslyn, and Anna Perrott talk about the...2025-04-021h 00The TableThe Table: Vital Series - Eric Palmer on RestBiblical, holy rest is only found dwelling in a deep relationship with God. We can experience rest and peace even in the chaos of life when we set our eyes on Jesus. Join us in the conversation about what true rest is, and what it isn’t, and ways that we can practice rest throughout our everyday lives. Key passage: Mark 4:35-41Join us at The TableHudsonville 6:30 PM3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI Connect with usInstagram: @chapelpointeyoungadultsWebsite: https://www.c...2025-03-2634 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Eric Palmer on CommunityCommunity and deep friendships are worth fighting for. Jesus is the perfect example of what it means to be a friend, and invite deeper friendships. Jesus loved and cared for people even when He was betrayed, and showed the ultimate act of love on the cross. Learn with us about what it means to imitate Jesus by having an intimate relationship with the Father, and deep community with others around us. Key passage: Matthew 26:39-46Join us at The TableHudsonville 6:30 PM3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI 2025-03-2334 minThe TableThe Table: Vitals Series - Eric Palmer “Turn the World Upside Down”God is on the move! As we grow as disciples of Jesus, we are called to share our faith and be people who “turn the world upside down.” Acts 17:1-7 tells a story that displays the faith of Paul, Silas, Jason and the believers of the early church. Their faith begs us to ask ourselves the question: are we a people willing to turn the world upside down for the Good News of Jesus Christ? Listen in as Eric encourages us to be bold disciples of Jesus, and gives us tools to grow. Key Passages: 2 Corint...2025-03-1237 min
West Michigan's Morning NewsLMCU HS Basketball Game of the Week | Boys Regional Final | Hudsonville vs Byron CenterLMCU HS Basketball Game of the Week | Boys Regional Final | Hudsonville vs Byron Center2025-03-071h 32West Michigan's Morning NewsLMCU HS Basketball Game of the Week | Boys | Hudsonville vs RockfordLMCU HS Basketball Game of the Week | Boys | Hudsonville vs Rockford2025-02-121h 59
High School SportsHudsonville Unity Chrisrtian boys at Zeeland East boys 1-31-25Greg Chandler has the call, as Hudsonville Unity Christian takes on Zeeland East, in boy's high school basketball action. Game two of a double header. 1-31-25.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-011h 28
High School SportsHudsonville Unity Christian girls at Zeeland East girls 1-31-25Greg Chandler has the call, as Hudsonville Unity Christian takes on Zeeland East, in girl's high school basketball action. Game one of a double header. 1-31-25.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-011h 25West Michigan's Morning NewsLMCU HS Football Game of the Week | D1 State Championship | Hudsonville vs. Detroit Cass TechLMCU HS Football Game of the Week | D1 State Championship | Hudsonville vs. Detroit Cass Tech2024-12-093h 41
Michigan Business NetworkMichigan Business Beat | Karen Mead, Farmgirl Flea Market - Autumn Event Returns for its 9th Year!Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Karen Mead, Co-Owner of Farmgirl Flea Market, Hudsonville, MI.
Talking Points
● Farmgirl Flea Fall Market is returning for its 9th annual event, featuring over 180 vendors, primarily from Michigan.
● The market plays a crucial role in supporting Michigan's small businesses, which employ 48.3% of the state's workforce.
● Farmgirl Flea aligns with Michigan's sustainability goals by promoting vintage, upcycled, and handmade goods.
● The event has become a significant economic driver for Hudsonville and surrounding communities.
● Live music performances and a variety of food vendors enhance the community atmosphere of the market.
● Early bird tickets are available, offering access to both days of...2024-09-2410 min
The CheckpointPurpose feat. Geoff Van Leeuwen (E7/S3)Purpose. What is our true purpose?Guest Geoff VanLeewen, a fellow disciple, joins us to share some of his journey.You will be encouraged and challenged as we talk about:What do you find security (salvation) in?"Salvation by the System"You find the end of your own means no matter what.If you are not saved by grace, an authentic faith in Christ; then you are not saved (you can't truly be saved by works).How do we operate in the mission field around us?What is a healthy fear of God?Wh...2024-05-3153 min
Michigan Business NetworkMichigan Business Beat | Karen Mead, Farmgirl Flea Market - Returns for its 9th Year!Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Karen Mead, antique lovers and flea market shopper, Co-Owner, Farmgirl Flea Spring Market, Hudsonville, MI
● This is the 9th annual Spring Market. Can you give us a little background on how you got here?
● In your opinion, what’s causing the growth of flea markets in recent years?
● What makes this market unique?
● How do shoppers support the vendors?
● You have an array of vendors. How do you ensure that the market supports the development of small businesses?
About Farmgirl Flea:
Farmgirl Flea offers an array of handmade and curated goods by local vendors for local consumers. With its thr...2024-05-1506 minThe CheckpointHealing from Trauma feat. Brian Smilde (E6/S3)Today's podcast featured Pastor and Counselor Brian Smilde. Brian does his counseling with West Michigan Wellness. His area of focus is informed by facing trauma and our past woundedness. If we avoid it or suppress it, it tends to come out 'sideways' or in unintended ways that we don't want.https://westmichiganwellnessgroup.com/It is important to face our stories, especially any experiences that have been painful. If we don't face them, and the emotional upheaval of it all, it comes out sideways. A lie believed as truth will affect us as i...2024-05-0352 minThe CheckpointMinistry Mindset in handling conflict feat. John Riley (E5/S3)Guest John Riley is back to talk about how to approach conflict with a ministry mindset. This can be done in conflict if on a church security team or in other interpersonal conflicts. Last season he joined us for: De-escalation: gentle response. (E7/S2). John draws from his experience in the military and police force, and blends in Biblical relational principles. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1918177/1490345John shared many useful tips in approaching conflict, and challenged us to think of these interactions from God's perspective. What makes you so sure that God did not put you in t...2024-04-2453 minThe CheckpointQuestions With Mike, Part 2 (E4/S3)Mike is back, with some more questions as he grows in his faith. These have come up as he is growing in his faith and having discussions with his Mom, brother and daughter.Pastor Curt has joined us for this session, being brought in as an expert for the 'hard hitting questions'. Curt did a 'Jesusy' thing by asking additional questions to help shed light to narrow in on an answer to these questions as we look at Scripture.Listen to the podcast as we discuss our understanding of the Biblical response to them.2024-04-1958 minThe CheckpointMental Health feat. Dr. Aaron Plattner (E3/S3)Psychiatrist Aaron Plattner discusses the variety of ways mental issues we face can be handled.There are many factors that make up who we are and how we feel: > Biology > Psychology (things that have happened to us) > Spiritual > EnvironmentAll these things shape us and work together and interact. What is the role of medicine?In light of our purpose - to glorify God and enjoy Him forever (Westminster Catechism Q&A 1) - can medicine help us glorify God and enjoy Him forever. If so, how and how do we...2024-03-2250 minThe CheckpointQuestions, with Mike - Part 1 (E2/S3)We discuss Mike's top questions he has had, as he looks to disciple people via his blog by sharing his journey of faith, he wants to give them the proper answers. Q1: How do you know when it is actually God talking to you? Q2: How does the devil use the world to get us to question God or God's existence? Q3: How do we find our calling in life? Q4: What if you feel you are too bad of a person for God to want to save you?M...2024-03-061h 04The CheckpointMake Disciples with guest Dr Michael Cooper (E1/S3)The New Testament book of Ephesians gives us many good aspects of what biblical Disciple Making looks like. Dr. Michael Cooper, author of the book Make Disciples - Discovery the Spiritual Journey of a Christ-Follower outlines more the topic of "what is a disciple".Discipleship is not something that is done just one day a week, it is done every day of the week. We always have opportunities to either disciple others or be discipled ourselves and it is just a matter of what we are choosing to be disciple by. Sometimes these are negative things or p...2024-01-2549 minThe CheckpointThese Are A Few Of Our Favorite Things... (E18/S2)The end of a year, the start of a new year. In this time of transition, join us as we share some resources that we read or listen to - books and podcasts. As you prayerfully consider how and where to invest your time and grow in the year ahead, consider choosing 1 or more of these to check out for yourself!"Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Do everything in love.."1 Corinthians 16:13-14 ESV2023-12-3146 minThe CheckpointBoys To Men - What is the difference? (E17/S2)Boys to Men: What does a man of God look like - as compared to being a boy?What defines manhood? What are the blessings and joys of being a man? It seems our culture today has eroded much of the common historical understanding of this.Listen in as we reflect on a list of comparisons between boys and Biblical men, and what we have seen in our own lives and those around us. We hope and pray this is not just something you listen to, but perhaps there are some things that convict...2023-12-2952 minThe CheckpointAddiction (with guest Caleb Jones) (E16/S2)Caleb Jones from West Michigan Wellness joins us and talks about Addiction. He shares his personal sobriety story, things that helped him find recovery and some of the dynamics in facing and finding freedom from addiction.Addiction is anything that you place as an idol above God.Alcohol gave him an escape - a way to avoid facing/answering the question that faces every man, "Do I have what it takes?" After several years of his journey, thankfully during an onsite treatment God revealed to him that he did not need a substance...2023-11-011h 01The CheckpointFear Not (E15/S2)FEAR or FEAR NOTAs follow up to S2/E13, fear is a primary emotion. The secondary emotions surfaced from fear are feeling anxious, insecure, inferior, panic.Fear often comes from possibly losing something: love, identity, meaning, purpose (or the chance to express oneself), or life."Do not fear" and similar phrases are mentioned OFTEN in the Bible (365 times or more, depending on how you search for similar words/thought). It is a primary theme. God's command/invitation for us to "Not Fear" is to be taken in view of t...2023-10-2057 minThe CheckpointPride - Praise: When is it healthy versus unhealthy? (E14/S2)Pride and praise, when is it healthy? When is it unhealthy? What does Scripture say about this? What is appropriate for us to do as followers of Christ? Join us as we reflect on this and draw on some of what Scripture says about it.As a Christian, you are given everything by God, so that you can work out of the gifts you have for God’s glory. Work well for the glory of God. When we deflect, minimize or steal the glory of God that is sinful pride.From the book The Intentional Fat...2023-10-1344 minThe CheckpointCommunication amidst Conflict: Master or Disaster? (E13/S2) (feat. guest Jim Brazel)Our guest, relationship counselor Jim Brazel from West Michigan Wellness group talks about four typical stages conflict can progress through that lead to disaster - and helpful ways you can learn how to master conflict in communication to bring about healthy resolution. We can all learn from this powerful episode!One of the common areas that impact relationships is conflict. Conflict is going to happen in all relationships. How you deal with that conflict is a real strong indicator of whether your relationships will survive or not. Your initial response, e.g. a soft start...2023-10-0256 min
Run MI West CoastHolland Haven 2023 RecapThe 2023 Holland Haven MarathonFull recap of the 2023 raceInterview with Women's 8K winner Raychel FigurskiLocal race calendarStrides for Unity 5K - Grand Rapids - 10/1Taps and Trails 5K - Grand Rapids - 10/5Aman Park Trail 5K and 1M - Grand Rapids - 10/5Bark in the Dark 5K,1M - Grand Rapids - 10/7Big Give 5K Family fun run - Hudsonville - 10/7Cornerstone U Alumni and Friends 5K - 10/7Franciscan Rhythms 5K Trail Run and Walk - Lowell - 10/7Get your rear in gear 5...2023-10-011h 12The CheckpointStep out of your comfort zone (E12/S2)Scott shared some of the challenges or hopes he has for others by stepping out and going on a mission trip, having recently gone on one with Paradise Bound to Guatemala. See the people as people, not the povertyDare to go out on mission, and once you go, do it againSee God more clearly by looking intentlyMany times these can be done best when we get out of our comfort zone. Staying in our comfort zone may limit our ability to see, experience and share God with others."Be watchful, stand firm i...2023-09-0151 minThe CheckpointDrift happens, then what? (E11/S2)Drift: to slowly move off courseWhat causes us to drift in our spiritual disciplines and walk with God?We all, at times, find ourselves getting out of regular, life giving rhythms - mentally, physically, schedule, etc. that can cause us to drift spiritually.Join us as we talk about how this happens, and some key remedies: 1 - TARGET/VISION 2 - INTENTIONALITY 3 - COMMUNITY 4 - PRAYER"Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Do everything in love.."...2023-08-2549 min
Living in Grand RapidsAll About Living in Hudsonville, MIIt's time to talk about Hudsonville, MI, one of the fastest-growing communities in the entire state of Michigan. Located in Ottawa County, which borders Kent County in West Michigan, it's time to learn about Hudsonville and all that it has to offer.
Contact us now:
Call or Text: (616) 330-2555
Email: info@marketgr.com
Moving to Grand Rapids? Pick up our FREE relocation guide!
https://mailchi.mp/8b5aff1055a5/relocation-guide
More from Group Realtors:
Website 🌐: http://mar...2023-08-2107 min
The Hope Athletics Orange and Blue PodcastKevin Wolma, Assistant AD for Student Wellness and ComplianceThe Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast has returned this summer for a third season with a special series of interviews with Hope College student-athletes, administration and staff.
Kevin Wolma
For the season’s third episode, sports information director Alan Babbitt sits down with Kevin Wolma, Hope College’s Assistant Athletic Director for Student Wellness and Compliance.
In this new role, Wolma will be advocating for and leading programs which will benefit the comprehensive wellness of Hope College student-athletes, while also supporting coaches and staff in their efforts to have a transformational impact.
“The well...2023-07-0337 minThe CheckpointStand Shoulder To Shoulder (E10/S2)How to Help Hurting Men - Standing shoulder to shoulder.Kevin DeKam, counselor and owner of West Michigan Wellness Group shares insights and tips in areas:Spotting men who may be hurtingThings you can do or sayThings you should avoid doing or sayingAs a self-described "counselor for normal people" listen to his advice and learn a bit more about how to come alongside another person during a trying time in their life. You may have to listen twice to catch all the wisdom shared in this podcast, and the good t...2023-06-231h 00The CheckpointHow to do a Quiet Time with God in Scripture (E9/S2)As regular listeners, you have heard us share in each episode our personal reflection on Scripture from our own "Quiet Time" with God. In this episode we talk more about the "HOW" of doing a Quiet Time. Listen and be encouraged as we share the key elements - the ABC's of a Quiet Time method from Every Man a Warrior, and some variations we each have to this base method.Scripture has instruction for life. Scripture is God's voice. The more we read and reflect on Scripture, the better and clearer we can hear God. 2023-06-0256 minThe CheckpointIn the Valley w/ Guest Jeff Uherek (E8/S2)In the valley... a story of life transformationSo many nuggets in this episode!Listen as Jeff shares his journey of faith. When buried in shame and choosing isolation, a Christian brother invited him to fellowship with other men to dig into God's Word. "This was the best decision of my life."Life circumstances turned his life upside down, then God turned his life upside down (in a good way) as he leaned into Every Man a Warrior, growing his love relationship with God. What was effectively a non-existent relationship is now foundational...2023-05-1952 min