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Wednesday Sep 08, 2010

Special Events

AMWAY: 50 Years of Helping People Live Better Lives

September 08, 2010 – November 20, 2010
Times:
Monday – Saturday 9:00 AM.. to 5:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location:
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Admission:
Adults $8, Seniors $7 and Children $3. Members are free.

Part of life and industry in West Michigan for the past half-century, Amway is the creation of two entrepreneurs - Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel - and their determination to convert dream into reality.  The exhibit tells the story of these two men and the company they… Read More

Interchange presents Josh Depenbrok, GRNow, on 'Harnessing Social Media'

September 08, 2010
Times:
11:30 AM Registration, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Lunch & Program
Location:
University Club, 10th floor Fifth Third Center
Admission:
Membership $40; Program cost: Members $20, Non-Members $30, Students $15

Calvin College graduate Josh Depenbrok, who in 2005 launched GRNow.com, knows firsthand the PR and marketing value of social media. GRNow boasts 16,000+ Facebook fans and 2,700+ Twitter followers. Hear from Josh how to harness the new wave of social media creativity for your… Read More

Chihuly at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park: A New Eden

September 08, 2010 – October 31, 2010
Times:
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesdays 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sundays 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location:
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Admission:
Adult ages 14–64 $12.00, Senior 65 & older $9.00, Students with ID $9.00, Children ages 5–13 $6.00, Children ages 3–4 $4.00, Children 2 & younger are Free

This outdoor exhibition will feature fourteen monumental glass sculptures located in various areas of the Gardens. Chihuly designed the exhibition specifically to respond to the horticultural focus and natural conditions of each of the respective sites. This exhibit celebrates… Read More

Sculptors Celebrate the Legacy of Fred and Lena Meijer

September 08, 2010 – January 02, 2011
Times:
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesdays 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sundays 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location:
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Admission:
Adult ages 14–64 $12.00, Senior 65 & older $9.00, Students with ID $9.00, Children ages 5–13 $6.00, Children ages 3–4 $4.00, Children 2 & younger are Free

Through the generosity of Fred and Lena Meijer, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has assembled one of the world's foremost collections of Modern and Contemporary sculpture. In honor of the Meijer legacy and in celebration of the namesake institution's 15th… Read More

Calendar of Events

"Quilts and Their Stories."

September 08, 2010 – September 30, 2010
Times:
Tuesday thru Saturday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Coopersville Farm Museum
Admission:
$4.00 Adults, $3.00 Seniors (65+), $2.00 students, Members and children under 3 free.

Over 130 quilts make up the display of "Quilts and Their Stories." Plan to spend some time reading about the people behind the quilts. Old and new quilts, quilts by beginners, by professionals, and even art quilts can be found.

Broadway Grand Rapids presents: South Pacific

September 08, 2010 – September 12, 2010
Times:
please see website for details
Location:
DeVos Performance Hall
Admission:
$32.00 +

The breathtaking new production features a cast of 34 and a full \r\norchestra of 26 members - the largest orchestra of any touring Broadway \r\nproduction. Set on a tropical island during World War II, the musical \r\ntells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how… Read More

Circle Theatre Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

September 08, 2010 – September 18, 2010
Times:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 7:30 PM, Sunday 5:00 PM
Location:
Aquinas College Performing Arts Center
Admission:
General Seating $23.00

A down-and out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation \r\nwhen he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh \r\nblood. Soon "Audrey II" grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, \r\nR&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune… Read More

Curious George

September 08, 2010 – October 03, 2010
Times:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Sunday Noon to 5:00 PM
Location:
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Admission:
$6.50 per person, ages 1 year and above. Under 1 year Free, Family Night Thursday evening 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM $1.50 per person

Introducing young children into the world of Curious George, the exhibit leads visitors on a fun, meaningful interactive math, science and engineering-based adventure while it emphasizes the central role that parents and caregivers play.

Exploring The Heart Of Color

September 08, 2010 – September 10, 2010
Times:
The gallery is open Monday-Friday. Hours vary, please call ahead.
Location:
Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids
Admission:
FREE!

Art exhibit created by the artists from Spectrum Health Neuro Rehabilitation Services.

Fulton Street Farmer's Market

September 08, 2010 – December 18, 2010
Times:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Fulton Street Farmer's Market
Admission:
Free

Come to this open air, seasonal farmers market. There will be fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, baked goods, crafts more. Some vendors start leaving as early as 2:00 PM so get there early for best selection! Market season runs from the first Saturday in May through the last… Read More

Karaoke Wednesday

September 08, 2010 – December 29, 2010
Times:
Wednesday 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Location:
Pietro's Italian Restaurant

Join us at Pietro's Pizzeria Plus for an entertaining evening with Andrew & Charles "Thunder & Lightning" music by Cat & Jack. . . Food Specials, Drink Specials, Prizes & Fun

Presidents and Their First Ladies presents; Theodore and Edith Roosevelt

September 08, 2010
Times:
Wednesday 7:00 PM
Location:
Trinity Chapel - The Terraces at MapleCreek
Admission:
FREE - limited seating - reserve your seat ASAP

 MapleCreek invites you to meet the 26th president of the United States of America. Portraying this famous couple will be professional historians and performers William and Sue Wills, now in their 15th year of bringing to life the stories of 32 different Presidential… Read More

Rollin' Down Memory Lane with John Brown

September 08, 2010 – January 01, 2011
Times:
Every Wednesday 5:00 PM to Midnight, Thursday 7:00 PM to Midnight
Location:
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Great music for listening & dancing in the Landing Lounge

Selections from the Grand Rapids Art Museum's Photography Collection

September 08, 2010 – September 25, 2010
Times:
Tuesday – Thursday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sunday 12 noon to 5:00 PM Closed Mondays
Location:
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Admission:
GRAM Members – FreeAdults - $8.00Senior Adults & College Students(W ID) - $7.00Youth (ages 6-17) - $5.00Children under 6 – Free

Including over forty photographs from the Museum Collection, this exhibition will explore the historical scope and artistic range of photography by master photographers such as Ansel Adams, Edward Steichen, Walker Evans, Yousef Karsh and Gordon Parks. Documentary photographs,… Read More

Tis the Season

September 08, 2010
Times:
Tuesdays through Saturdays 2:00 PM
Location:
Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium at Van Andel Museum Center
Admission:
Including museum admission; Adults $10.00, Seniors $9.00, Children (under 17) $5.50

A 40 minute sky dome presentation that explores the cherished customs and traditions of this special time of year, many originating in winter festivals of long ago. Included are a brief tour of the brilliant winter constellations and possible explanations of the Star of… Read More

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