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    Foodies, flights and free yoga: What to do in West Michigan this weekend

    By Phil Pinarski,

    5 hours ago

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    GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — After you spend all day Thursday celebrating the Fourth of July, make sure to keep the fun going all weekend long with these fun events.

    Here is a look at what you can do the weekend of July 4:

    Grand Rapids Foodie Fest

    If you’re looking for some good food but don’t know exactly what you’re craving, then the Grand Rapids Foodie Fest might be for you.

    The event will be held at Calder Plaza Friday through Sunday and feature plenty of cuisine from around the world alongside some great live entertainment.

    Click here for more information.

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    Free yoga by the Rockford Dam

    Get your Saturday started right with a free yoga class courtesy of Aptitude Fitness + Yoga.

    There will be a structured class near the Rockford Dam that overlooks the Rogue River this Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m.

    For more information, click here .

    Aquarium Build Day at Bricks & Minifigs

    Bricks & Minifigs Grand Rapids is offering guests to be a part of its newest display this Saturday.

    You’re invited to drop into the store and create a build that will become part of an aquarium design that will be housed inside the store.

    For additional information, click here .

    Field of Flight Air Show

    The Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival returns to Battle Creek this week.

    Field of Flight Air Show begins, promising ‘insane maneuvers’

    Through Sunday, you can see a full aerial performance that is sure to entertain people of all ages. There will also be live music and food trucks to dine from.

    Everything you need to know can be found here .

    Kalamazoo Red, White & Brew Bar Crawl

    Keep the patriotic vibes going this Saturday down in Kalamazoo for the Red, White and Brew Bar Crawl.

    The event will give crawlers the chance to check out a slew of bars and establishments. Your tickets include free entry to these places, drink specials and the chance to meet other crawlers.

    You can get your tickets by clicking here .

    8th annual Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show

    Saturday marks the return of the Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show in Muskegon.

    The show will take place at the Hot Rod Harley-Davidson from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature some incredible motor vehicles to check out. Proceeds from the event will also go toward Lighthouse For Veterans, a nonprofit that offer mental health resources to veterans.

    Click here to learn more.

    Berrien Springs Pickle Festival

    The Fourth of July is about more than celebrating America’s independence; it’s also about pickles.

    The Berrien Springs Pickle Festival will feature tons of “dill-lightful” activities to enjoy along with all of the pickles your heart desires.

    Check out the full schedule of events by clicking here .

    Grand Haven Free Fridays

    The city of Grand Haven is welcoming residents to catch one of its Free Friday concerts this summer and they kick off this week.

    Each Friday at the Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium, you can see some of the best local acts take the stage and provide great music completely free to you.

    The lineup of performers can be found here .

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    South Haven Art Fair

    Stanley Johnston Park in South Haven will be the place for this year’s South Haven Art Fair.

    It kicks off Saturday and goes through Sunday. The fair will feature the works of 120 local artists of all different types of mediums. There will also be food and drink vendors on hand.

    Details for the fair can be found by clicking here .

    Fourth of July events list

    With the Fourth of July falling on a Thursday this year, event planners had to decide when to host festivities.

    Lucky for you, we have compiled a list of events that even go into this weekend for you to enjoy including some firework shows and parades.

    Click here to see the full list.

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