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Monday Sep 06, 2010

Special Events

AMWAY: 50 Years of Helping People Live Better Lives

September 06, 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

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

September 06, 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 06, 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

2nd Annual LABOR FEST 2010 - Unity of Labor, Education & the Presidency

September 06, 2010
Times:
Labor Fest 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Ford Presidential Museum 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission:
FREE including admission to the Gerald R. Ford Museum

 - Free Admission to the Ford Presidential Museum - Free Live Music - Local Food Vendors & Beer Tent - Fun Things for Kids - Antique American Made Car & Motorcycle Show - Arts & Crafters - Labor Displays  Last year we had an outstanding turn out of over… Read More

BassBin @ Billy's Lounge

September 06, 2010
Times:
9:00 PM to 1:45 AM
Location:
Billy's Lounge
Admission:
FREE

DJ SuperDre and Billy's Lounge present BassBin! Grand Rapids' Premier Drum 'n Bass and DubStep night! Come join us every Monday for the best Drum 'n Bass and DubStep this town has to offer. DJ SuperDre also brings in national and international DJs to grace our decks and make the… Read More

Curious George

September 06, 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 06, 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.

Gun Lake Toastmasters

September 06, 2010
Times:
Monday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the art of public speaking, listening, thinking, and leadership skills through a mutually supportive and positive learning environment.

Labor Day BoardWALK

September 06, 2010
Times:
Monday 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Admission:
Pancake Breakfast Price: $5.00 for Adults, $3.00 for Children

Join the Department of Leisure and Cultural Services on our annual Labor Day BoardWALK. The walk will begin at 9:00am at the ollen Park boat launch and will continue along the Kollen Park Boardwalk and Window on the Waterfront to Windmill Island Gardens where a… Read More

Tis the Season

September 06, 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

"Grand Crossings" 2010 Labor Day Community Bridge Walk

September 06, 2010
Times:
Monday 8:00 AM
Location:
Ah-Nab-Awen-Park

You don't have to go all the way to the Mackinac Bridge to join the 5th annual Labor Day Bridge Walk this year. Join your neighbors, invite your friends. Participants can walk as many as five miles, the equivalent of the Mackinac Bridge, and cross as many as seven bridges.… Read More

Tuesday Sep 07, 2010

Special Events

AMWAY: 50 Years of Helping People Live Better Lives

September 07, 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

PLUGGED: Band Open Mic Night

September 07, 2010
Times:
9:30 PM to 1:30 AM
Admission:
FREE

Billy's Lounge Presents: PLUGGED! Grand Rapids' own band open mic night featuring The Usual Suspex. Come down and jam with one of the tightest Blues/Funk/Jazz/Jam bands in town! Use our back-line and instruments if you can't bring your own. Musician Signup starts at 8:00pm. No… Read More

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

September 07, 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 07, 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

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