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Grand Rapids offers endless entertainment options and special events for every interest. Check out museums and cultural attractions for ongoing events. Set a date for a play, concert, or historical tour. Celebrate community with our downtown ethnic festivals, children's and sporting events, Festival of the Arts and ArtPrize. Indulge your passion in a city that never stops moving - Grand Rapids.
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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
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
Journey back to a time of one room school houses, large public schools, and private tutors. See these future presidents as young sports stars, choir members, and musicians. Watch them mature into serious college and military academy students. Together these experiences… Read More
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
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.
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
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.
Art exhibit created by the artists from Spectrum Health Neuro Rehabilitation Services.
Ladies, ditch the guys and bring your girls out for Grand Rapids' favorite Ladies Night! 3 courses of fondue, 2 mini-martinis, and lots of pampering from sponsors like The J Salon. Don't miss it!
Join us on our weekly Thursday night cruise down the Grand River. Enjoy live music. Hot dogs and hamburgers hot off the grill available for purchase. Cash bar and boarding begin at 5:30 PM. Must be at least 21 years old and have picture ID. Reservations are not required.… Read More
MapleCreek Farmer's Market offers fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, kettle corn and more -- every other Thursday morning, 9am-12noon Sept. 2-Oct. 28. (Local farmers and small businesses invited to sell your wares for our residents, families, and the community. No… Read More
Join AIGA WM for cocktails and conversation with other designers and board members at our NO AGENDA evening get-together. Spread the word and feel free to bring your designer friends. First drink on us, for our members, and delicious appetizers for all! We hope to see you there.… Read More
Stop in and see what our local Michigan farmers have for sale..and enjoy the tastes of the season. (corner of 5 Mile Road and Plainfield Ave - next to Fire Station #3)
Great music for listening & dancing in the Landing Lounge
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