Community Event

Story telling with Mrs. Cangelosi at 5:15pm before the workshop gets started! At 5:30, local business Wormies will lead us in a workshop to better understand our new garden waste compost system. This event is open to the whole community. All are welcome to come learn along side us! Click here for the event: https://fb.me/e/3KYYH0oyJ

Live music from 6:00pm - 9:00pm!

#RelaxAtRosa returns to Rosa Parks Circle!  You're invited to this FREE lunchtime concert series every Thursday, all summer from 12:00 to 1:30 PM. It's the perfect opportunity to step away from your desk and enjoy lunch outside. Food Trucks at this event: Airborne Burritos (Burritos) Bigfoot Burger Co (Burgers) El Caribe (Caribbean Food) Pressed In Time […]

Please join us at Koeze Knapp's Corner store on Friday, September 29th for our Customer Appreciation Event! We are celebrating YOU: Our Grand Rapids Community that has supported our family business for the past 113 years. To celebrate, we'll be serving free samples, 1/2 off coffee, and offering lots of great deals. We'll also have […]

Worldwide Day of Play at GRCM September 30, 2023 * 10am-3pm Grand Rapids Children's Museum GRCM and the Association of Children’s Museums are excited to partner with Nickelodeon on the […]

It’s baaaaack…. Featuring local artists, live entertainment, and all things magical, mysterious, and macabre just in time for Halloween! Don’t spend your money at those big-box stores this year. Come […]

Brew Feast is back for it's third year, and this time, things are lager than ever. This is the event of the fall that you do not want to miss. […]

Join us for an informative and interactive seminar on the ins and outs of buying a business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is designed […]

Event coordinated by GVSU Arts Celebration Start time 7 pm (set up will be earlier) Contact: Kristen Krueger-Corrado <kruegekr@gvsu.edu>

Comedy Night! Dave Wellfare Headlines the Ore Dock Brewery, with local guests! Hosted by Vincent Schultz Dave Wellfare Short on stature and big on personality is one way to describe […]

Mix, mingle, and meet the artists behind the creepy themed art and products in this exhibition and shopping event! Cocoon Art Space will be hosting a one-month group art show […]

What's that? Chicken Wire Empire will be playing LIVE at the Ore Dock Brewing Co?! 2019 saw a unique musical pairing on the European stage when Chicken Wire Empire and […]

It's finally FALL! We'll have your favorite fall things all week, including: U-Pick apples (Honeycrisp, Empires, Gala, McIntosh), Donuts, Farm Market And on Saturday, an added bonus of horse-drawn hayrides […]

Come get your groove on at the banned book fair!

Get ready for our annual Poutine showdown! Join us at Brewery Vivant for Poutine Clash and savor the tastiest battle of gravy, curds and fries. Our talented cooks will go head-to-head, crafting their unique Poutine creations, and it's your chance to be the judge! Taste, vote, and crown the Poutine champion!

Learn all the tricks of the trade for producing events on public property. This opportunity is free and open to the public, specifically event organizers, volunteers and staff. - ABOUT: This free Event Management Training course is designed by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. (DGRI) and the City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events (OSE) […]

Shop in store or curbside on Tuesday October 10th to give back to our Charity of the Month: Grace's Table as 5% of our sales will be donated directly. “At Grace's Table, we know that teen moms are often isolated, alone, and without access to resources. We know they want to secure a bright future […]

We’re super excited to introduce your young readers to this new series!  A hidden tunnel in the White House that leads to an underground clubhouse full of antique curiosities, with doors heading in all directions—and a mysterious invitation to join the ranks of White House kids? It’s an adventure every kid will want to go […]

Even though Banned Books Week is technically just the first week in October, we're not going to let that stop us from celebrating banned books and discussing this issue. Even though it may not seem like a big election year, we have really important things on our ballots! Depending on where you live, that's city […]

Learn all the tricks of the trade for producing events on public property. This opportunity is free and open to the public, specifically event organizers, volunteers and staff. - ABOUT: This free Event Management Training course is designed by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. (DGRI) and the City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events (OSE) […]

Gold Coast Doulas offers a Saturday Series of classes including Comfort Measures for Labor, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Survival. You can sign up for one, two, or all three classes. Comfort Measures 9:00am – 11:00am Lunch Break 11:00am – 12:00pm Breastfeeding 12:00pm – 3:00pm Break 3:00pm – 3:30pm Newborn Survival Can be watched anytime. Comfort Measures […]

Join us at Frederik Meier Gardens & Sculpture Park to discover the wealth of learning opportunities Grand Rapids has in store for your students. Our collaboration with community organizations presents a hub for your 2023-24 school year field trip planning. Delve into field trip offerings from Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids Public […]

Our staff is excited to say, we are gathering together a little soirée for fans— a parTay if you will— to celebrate Eras!  stop by the 2nd Floor of Sperry’s Holland for the Eras release pre-celebration! Grab some Taylor Tots and a cocktail, make a friendship bracelet to swap, and dance to the hits before going […]

We are excited to offer our first knife class here at LEB. Local Knife maker Edward Mayhew from Holland Michigan will be on hand to talk about how he makes his knives and the differences between a hand crafted knife and commercially made products. We will be discussing the different types and uses of a […]

We’re so honored to welcome Bestselling West Michigan author Gayle Boss for storytime in Grand Rapids to present her new Children’s Edition of All Creation Waits just in time for Advent. This event is free to attend. However it helps us in planning to receive your RSVP. Please register here so we know you plan […]

The Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) is pleased to announce the arrival of the blockbuster traveling exhibition, Bugs. Coming to the GRPM on October 14, this fully immersive exhibit gives human visitors a chance to learn from the genius of bugs. Visitors enter a colorful, magical space, marvel at large-scale bug models, and explore hands-on […]

Heyyy Football fans! Allow me to set the scene: you, indulging in a delicious buffet of gameday faves (wings, nachos, sliders, pizza, hot dogs stadium-style because OF COURSE, and popcorn) as you relax in the comfiest seats in-town, while your fave Detroit team conquers their opponent.  only $20/per person for admission into this champion’s delicious buffet […]

In nine captivating short stories, RS Deeren presents a vivid portrait of life in rural Michigan. Discover his new collection when he joins us in conversation with Bonnie Jo Campbell. […]

Connect with WMHCC members, partners, and staff! Conecta membership meetings provide members of the community the opportunity to expand their contact base. Many of the networking events are co-hosted by […]

“LET’S GET BATTY” Halloween Charades Event Join us for the October Let's Get Batty Halloween Charade Event! Friday, October 20th Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Behind Riverbend in the Tent Cost: $30 per adult - Must be 21+ yrs old to enter Get ready to put on your spookiest Halloween costume and join […]

Help us celebrate Halloween with fun songs, stories, games, and crafts! Dress as a character that highlights the Children’s Garden. Join us for a host of Halloween-themed activities with your wee ones! No tricks. No treats. Just FUN! This event is free for members and included with general admission.

Join us Friday evening at 9PM for a Fresh Coast after party! This is a chance to visit with filmmakers, fellow attendees, organizers, and enjoy a brew and a live performance from FINKEL! Jane and Brian Spencer of FINKEL seem to arrive from the near future, or perhaps somewhere out there, appearing with a slight […]

Join us Saturday October 21 from Noon- 4PM for our annual Pumpkin Carving Festival.  Live Music by the Moonrays, seasonal food features and all the cider you can drink!  Perfect Fall event for all ages.

"Without music, life would be a blank to me." We are delighted to welcome Camellia Adams, who will be celebrating the interplay between Jane Austen's writings and the world of music. Embark on a journey through Regency-era compositions, gaining insight into how music profoundly influenced Austen's storytelling. This event provides a wonderful opportunity to mingle […]

Slip on those boots and get ready for some good ol' Midwestern Country with Brandon Good and Tommy Goodroad & the Highway Birds at the Ore Dock Brewing Co!

Four hotdogs will enter. Only one will leave as champion. Using our deep cover contact within the Underground, we have gotten our hands on four prototype hotdogs engineered to end the Weiner Wars before they can begin. Hoping to avert the disaster of their reality, our contact has given our dimension a chance to avoid […]

Ore Dock Brewing Co. is thrilled to bring Lindsay Lou and her band back to Marquette! Tickets on Sale now! Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm Named among NPR’s “12 Best Live Performances” in 2015, Lou has long been beloved as a live performer, from Telluride Bluegrass Festival to Stagecoach, Celtic Connections to Australia’s […]

Michigan author Kellie Parker, award-winning writer of YA fantasy and thrillers, will be in Grand Rapids to share her newest book in conversation with fellow Michigan YA author Erin Craig! This event is free to attend. However it helps us in planning to receive your RSVP. Please register here so we know you plan to […]

ABOUT THE EVENT: Join us to witness the LIVE professional carving of a giant pumpkin! This event is free to attend. PLUS: - Enjoy free candy and pumpkins while supplies last. - Get a professional photo taken by Bryan Esler Photo against our beautiful Fall backdrop! GETTING TO THE EVENT/PARKING: Parking at street meters is […]

The Shouting Bones, a lovely acoustic duo from Northern Michigan, will be live at the Ore Dock Brewing Co! Come on down to give your ears and heart a treat!

SoDIVintage Halloween Shop Hop! Second Vibess presents family fun with a coven of vintage stores and galleries   Where? Saturday, Oct. 28, from 12-7pm South Division Avenue between Fulton and Wealthy   Who? Second Vibess • ArtRat Gallery • Decaydence Vintage Little Space Studio • Zabház • OTONO • Second Dance The August Connection • […]

Us ghouls just wanna have fun! Come hang and get on your best or scariest costume and boogie the night away with us. We are hosting 'Fright Night' a Halloween […]

We’re back with another Adult Book Fair at Broad Leaf Brewery; spooky scary edition! We’ll be there with horror, thriller, and witchy reads of all kinds and loads of fun […]

It's that time of year again when Vivant transforms into a haunted haven, and we're dying for you to join in our Halloween Costume Contest on October 31st! No need to […]

November 1st & 2nd, we invite you to join us for this all-day celebration⁠ ⁠  Family Friendly⁠  Free Entry⁠  Heated Covered Patio⁠  Food & Drink Features⁠  Sugar Skull Painting Contest⁠ […]

Each Saturday for the entire month of November, we are offering specials, sales, and shopping snacks to celebrate our first year of Cocoon Art Space! Nov 4 Saturday Specials! Open […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year—again! Join us Saturday, November 4, for our annual Holiday Gift Show. Kick off our holiday season and get a head start on […]

Come join us at The Fulton Street Farmers Market from 10am - 3pm for our Grand Rapids Holiday Market!! We will have 100+ makers lining this historical covered OUTDOOR space. […]