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One of Michigan’s Largest Outdoor Food Festivals Is Coming To GR This Weekend
For three days, West Michigan residents will be in a food heaven. Do you need something to do this Fourth of July weekend besides watching fireworks?. The Grand Rapids Foodie Fest is happening on July 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2024 at Calder Plaza. For three days, the Foodie Fest will...
Jackie's Place may close after purchase by DeBoer Bakkerij
HOLLAND — The rumors are true. DeBoer Bakkerij has officially purchased Jackie’s Place Restaurant in Holland. Although business owners remain tight lipped about plans for the space, the sale was confirmed by DeBoer’s Jakob de Boer and Jackie’s Place owner Ken Kragt. Kragt did not confirm...
Free weekly concerts begin this week in Zeeland: See who's headlining
ZEELAND — Soundz of Summer will return to Lawrence Street Park in Zeeland in July, with five performers taking the stage. "It's a free, family-friendly event," said Zeeland City Events Coordinator Kerri VanDorp. "Lawrence Park offers both outside seating and a covered amphitheater for our guests, so it's a really unique place to be able to listen to live music." ...
Rock 'N' Thai announces plan to open Zeeland location
ZEELAND — Rock ‘N’ Thai is planning a third location, this time in Zeeland. The announcement came Monday, July 1, on social media, about a month after the eatery opened a second location in Grand Haven. The restaurant at 9479 Riley St. will fill the former Pearl...
More Than 15 New Restaurants Have Opened in West Michigan So Far in 2024
Looking for a new restaurant to try? You're in luck! From breakfast, to seafood, to tacos, to all-you-can eat joints, more than 15 new restaurants have opened so far this year!. West Michigan continues to be awesome for foodies! Last year alone, more than 40 new local restaurants joined the...
New Murals Aim To Make Your Next Trip To Grand Rapids’ Airport More Tranquil
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is getting a makeover. On your next visit out or to the Grand Rapids airport, you may see some new eye-catching additions to the property. Have you seen the new murals coming to the airport?. Grand Rapids Airport Murals. Taking a drive at the...
Here's how to enter the Tulip Time Poster Contest for 2025
HOLLAND — Eager to see your work featured in marketing materials for one of the country's biggest events? Submissions are open for the 2025 Tulip Time Poster Contest. The annual competition welcomes local artists aged 16 and older to submit their work by Oct. 5. Entrants can submit up to three original, unframed pieces measuring 16 inches by 20 inches for $35. ...
Free Dog Training at Grand Rapids City Parks This Summer
Heads-up pet parents! Could you use some help training your pup? A local dog training business is giving back by offering free classes in local parks this summer!. A Pleasant Dog Offering Free Dog Training in Grand Rapids. A Pleasant Dog is teaming up with the City of Grand Rapids...
Grand Rapids Foodie Festival returns to Calder Plaza July 5-7
Foodies will eat well during Independence Day weekend during Grand Rapids Foodie Fest! From brats and hot dogs to something entirely new, let someone else do the cooking this holiday weekend. Grand Rapids Foodie Fest is a mouth-watering, family friendly experience showcasing the diversity, talent, and tasty eats that local...
Drone Photos of Meijer Gardens: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Been a while since you visited Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park? If so, maybe these photos will help spur you along to do a road trip. Voted #1 Sculpture Park in the United States in 2023. In 1986, the Horticultural Society asked Frederik Meijer if he would donate a...
Latin rock band Cabildo set to take the stage at Wyoming’s Lamar Park on July 9
The 2024 Wyoming Concerts in the Park series continues this Tuesday, July 9 at 6 p.m. with Latin rock band, Cabildo, performing at Lamar Park. Cabildo is a West Michigan-based alternative Latin rock band that blends cumbia, ska, folk, and other genres from Latin and South America. The band’s name,...
Heart postpones Van Andel Arena show as Ann Wilson undergoes cancer treatment
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Fans planning to attend Heart's Royal Flush Tour will have to hang onto their tickets for a while longer. Due to lead singer Ann Wilson's recent cancer diagnosis, the band has postponed all remaining shows on their headlining tour, according to organizers Tuesday. This includes...
Photos: Learn to swing dance for free on Tuesdays at Rosa Parks Circle in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Swings, sounds and all skill levels!. Every Tuesday through October 29, Rosa Parks Circle in Downtown Grand Rapids transforms into a swing dance party, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities to move and groove. From 7-9:30 p.m., the Grand Rapids Original Swing Society hosts...
A Grand Revamp For WFGR
Now focusing on Rock leaning artists from the 1970s and 80s, the station is positioning as “Timeless Hits of the 70s, 80s and More.” Core artists are noted as including Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, Billy Joel, The Eagles, John Mellencamp, Bob Seger, Steely Dan, REO Speedwagon, the Steve Miller Band and Tom Petty.
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