One of the city’s most anticipated summer events is coming back to Grand Rapids this July. Beginning at 2 pm on Saturday, July 19, The Summer Craft Beer Festival invites Grand Rapids residents to enjoy five hours of live music, local vendors, and delicious food. The 2014 festival will mark the fourth anniversary of the …
For a nice change of pace in the family-outing department, let me suggest the Red Barns car show and swap meet happening at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners on Saturday, August 2. Admission is only $10 per person, with children 11 and under entering for free. If you have a family heirloom sitting …
Rock, jazz, bluegrass, funk, even some honkytonk. There is something for every music fan at the 2014 Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts. This series of free concerts begins June 12th and runs every Thursday night through August 21st. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and are free to the public. The Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts kick …
With its history dating back to 1857 and as a cherished event based in the heart of summer, the Ionia Free Fair promises visitors entertainment for fans of music, sports, or just having fun with friends. The Ionia Free Fair has always been a draw for both locals with families participating in the event for …
The premiere musical event of 2014 in Grand Rapids is Founders Fest. The one-day music festival is thrown the Founders Brewing Company in downtown Grand Rapids. Each and every year it boasts a diverse and entertaining line-up that is sure to get the beer and music loving attendees moving. On June 21st Grand Rapids residents …
Those who are diligently mapping out their summer time entertainment options will definitely want to include the 25th Annual Pride Festival on June 15th. The festival, termed “Rocking the Calder”, will be held at Calder Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids and is aimed at showing support and understanding of diversity in West Michigan. This annual …
Looking for a ‘dog-gone’ good time this summer? The BISSELL Block Party is unleashed in Grand Rapids on Wednesday the 14th of June! This is one of the most exciting events of the season and a great opportunity to get to know our neighbors, be they two- or four-legged. Delicious ‘yappetizers’ and delightful music will …
The Bekins Cooking School in Grand Rapids is offering crash courses in gourmet cooking. If you have ever wanted to learn all the tips and trade secrets of a professional chef, this is the class for you. These expedited cooking classes are what they call their Boot Camp Program. Their chefs have condensed what they …
Holland area residents and visitors alike who fondly recall reading such classic Dr. Seuss books in childhood as “Cat in the Hat” and “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” won’t want to miss this spring’s “Hats Off to Dr. Seuss” exhibit presented by the Holland Arts Council. Fans of the whimsical characters brought to life by …
The Gathering Thunder Foundation will hold its annual fundraising Spring Gala at the Grand Rapids Public Museum on Saturday, April 26, 2014. This event will include live music by flutist Douglas Blue Feather, catered hors d’oeuvres, a video presentation, presenters, a Silent Auction followed by a Live Auction and a Raffle. Tickets for adults will …
