Allendale, Michigan is a census-designated place that occupies the northern two-thirds of Allendale Charter Township, in Ottawa County.
The Grand River forms the northern and eastern border of Allendale. The Bass River Recreation Area is in the northwestern part of the village, while the main campus of Grand Valley State University occupies the southeastern portion of Allendale.
M-45 (Lake Michigan Drive) is the chief route through the community. Hudsonville, Jenison, and Pearline are other unincorporated communities within Allendale Township. Coopersville is 9.3 miles north of Allendale, while Grand Rapids is 14.7 miles to the east.
The Interurban Transit Partnership (The Rapid) provides bus transport throughout the eastern part of Allendale, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, and the surrounding regions, connecting Allendale and GVSU with Grand Rapids and GVSU's Pew campus.
Allendale was first settled by a Welsh immigrant by the name of Richard Roberts, who came in 1842. The township was organized in his home in 1846 and named for Mrs. Agnes B. Allen, the first person on the tax roll in the area and the widow of Hannibal Allen, the son of the Revolutionary War hero, Ethan Allen. Mrs. Allen owned a hundred acres in Allendale Township.
Richard Roberts became the first postmaster on March 24, 1852. The post office was closed in 1916 but reopened on November 1, 1954. Today, the Allendale post office serves most of the township, and parts of Blendon and Georgetown townships.
The focus of this category is on Allendale, Michigan. Websites representing government agencies, industries, businesses, churches, schools, organizations, and individuals in Allendale are appropriate for this category, as are informational sites that have a focus on Allendale.
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Allendale Area Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a membership organization comprised of business interests in the Allendale region, charged with promoting and advancing the economic interests of the area. A profile of the organization and region is put forward, including an events calendar, a list of membership benefits, a membership application, and contact data. A business directory is featured, along with business resources, business promotion opportunities, and private member login.
http://www.allendalechamber.org/
Meeting at its facilities on 64th Avenue in Allendale, Michigan, the church website features a statement of beliefs, a mission statement, and videos of member testimonies. The church leadership is introduced, office hours and contacts are posted, its location, directions, and service times are included. The congregation’s ministries to children, youth, men, women, and community outreach programs are discussed. Worship service times and a sermon archive are presented.
https://allendalebaptist.org/
Established in 1966, the library serves both Allendale and Tallmadge townships and is located in the census-designated community of Allendale. Besides books and other print materials, the library also offers e-books, audiobooks, digital magazines, music CDs, DVDs, video games, and other items, including materials and programs that serve the educational and entertainment needs of local residents. Its location, hours of operation, and contacts are posted to the site.
http://www.allendalelibrary.org/
Situated on Lake Michigan Drive in Allendale, Michigan, the sporting goods store specializes in archery supplies, carrying compounds, crossbows, and traditional bows, as well as accessories. Tips on choosing an arrow brand are provided, and the bow and crossbow manufacturing brands carried by Grand Valley are included. The store also carries electric bikes, which are also highlighted here. Its location, hours of operation, and contacts are posted.
https://www.gvsportinggoods.com/
Founded by Ken Hansen in the 1940s, the dealership was first known as Hansen Sales & Service, which was later changed to Hansen Alignment. John Dyke bought the business and Campus Auto Wash from Hansen in 1983, changing the name to Hansen-Dyke Alignment, taking its current name after merging with Hansen-Dyke Muffler in 2003. Its location in Allendale, Michigan is noted, along with its hours of operation, contacts, and an overview of its services.
http://www.hansendyke.com/
An AVEDA concept salon, the Rouge Salon and Spa is located in downtown Allendale, near Grand Valley State University, where it offers a variety of services, such as facials, hair care, make-up applications, nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, and refreshing through coffee, tea, and other complimentary beverages, as well as services to men. Its team is introduced, along with special offers and promotions, a gallery of photographs, and an online shopping area.
https://www.therougesalon.com/
Situated on Becker Drive in Allendale, Michigan, the Sleep Inn & Suites is part of the Choice Hotel Group. Its address, directions, and a map showing its location are noted, along with a list of area attractions, hotel check-in and check-out times, telephone numbers, and policy information. Its guest rooms are described and shown in a gallery of photographs, a list of amenities is included, and guest reviews are published to the site. Online bookings are available.
https://www.choicehotels.com/michigan/allendale/sleep-inn-hotels/mi214
The congregation meets at its facilities on Lake Michigan Drive in Allendale, Michigan. The address is posted to the site, and a map shows the location of the church. A brief overview of the church is provided, including information on what someone can expect while attending services there. Its leadership team and staff are introduced, with contacts, and a weekly schedule and calendar of events are included. A video archive of recent sermons is provided.
https://www.springvalleychurch.info/
