• 2024 World of Winter Festival

    Dates: January 12 - March 10, 2024 - ABOUT THE EVENT: Bundle up and join the fun! The largest winter festival in the United States is back! Join us for […]

  • Grand Rapids Boat Show

    A West Michigan tradition! In our 79th year, the Grand Rapids Boat Show is launching into an era where we will be showing our broadest array of power boats ever…5 […]

  • Crafternoons

    Crafternoons

    Join us for an afternoon of coffee, cookies, and crafts. Bring your own project or make a craft with the supplies provided by the library. Meet new friends and chat with neighbors while you get creative. Thursdays, January 18, February 15, March 21, April 18, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Yankee Clipper – 2025 […]

  • Wine on Thursdays

    Wine on Thursdays

    EVERY THURSDAY EVENING FROM 4 – 8PM… Stop in for wine tasting! We always have 2-3 options open and encourage you to grab a taste and shop around or talk with our staff while you sip!

  • 3rd Thursdays

    3rd Thursdays

    Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route.  It spans the neighborhoods of downtown Grand Rapids including Heartside, the Hotel District, Studio Park, and North Monroe.  Each month over 25 participating venues will host special 3rd Thursday-only art […]

  • Concerts Under the Stars: Brother Wolf

    Concerts Under the Stars: Brother Wolf

    Benjamin Hunter is Brother Wolf. Brother Wolf is from Michigan. This multifaceted creative, with an extensive background in communications arts (Professor of Communication Studies), has published music and art zines, as well as recorded, mixed and mastered albums for dozens of bands and solo artists. The frontman of Michigan based bands Head and Love Fossil, […]

  • Music in the Stacks: Brandon Marceal

    Flutist Brandon Marceal has swiftly become a standout figure in the realm of progressive jazz music, infusing his performances with a distinctive essence that resonates deeply with audiences across the United States. Through his captivating melodies, he crafts intricate conversations brimming with harmonious frequencies and soulful connections. Thursday, February 15, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm […]

  • Plug ‘n’ Play Open Mic at City Built

    Plug ‘n’ Play Open Mic at City Built

    Plug 'N' Play Open Mic Nights! Starting January 18th • 7:00 - 9:00PM Sign-up is at 6:30PM Performers get $2 off draft pints! JOIN US! Solo/Duos Guitars Ukulele Cajons Brass Poets Covers & Originals Cheers! NO - Bands, drum kits, early sign-ups, keyboards, or rude-dudes Available for you to use: 1/4" cables, music stands & […]

  • Grand Rapids Boat Show

    A West Michigan tradition! In our 79th year, the Grand Rapids Boat Show is launching into an era where we will be showing our broadest array of power boats ever…5 […]

  • Concerts Under the Stars: Brother Wolf

    Concerts Under the Stars: Brother Wolf

    Benjamin Hunter is Brother Wolf. Brother Wolf is from Michigan. This multifaceted creative, with an extensive background in communications arts (Professor of Communication Studies), has published music and art zines, as well as recorded, mixed and mastered albums for dozens of bands and solo artists. The frontman of Michigan based bands Head and Love Fossil, […]

  • Grand Rapids Boat Show

    A West Michigan tradition! In our 79th year, the Grand Rapids Boat Show is launching into an era where we will be showing our broadest array of power boats ever…5 […]

  • Movies at Main / Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

    Families are invited to visit the Main Library for a special showing of the film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Musically inspired, age appropriate crafts and popcorn from Mosby's Popcorn will […]

  • Grace Theisen

    Get ready to experience soul-stirring rock n' roll, complete with addicting riffs and commanding vocals that have become trademarks of Theisen's music. This will be Theisen's third time on the […]

  • Grand Rapids Boat Show

    A West Michigan tradition! In our 79th year, the Grand Rapids Boat Show is launching into an era where we will be showing our broadest array of power boats ever…5 acres of them, especially for the Great Lakes! The array of Motor Yachts, Cruisers, Runabouts, Fishing Boats, and Ski and Surf Inboards is exceptional. Pontoon […]

  • Date Nights at Rockwell Republic

    Date Nights at Rockwell Republic

    Date Nights are back! Each date night menu is constantly changing for each evening. Take a peek at what's coming  Book your date night now with the link below or by visiting our website  https://www.rockwellrepublic.com/events Tickets: EVENTS | Rockwell Republic

  • Teen Printmaking Workshop with Octavia Ink

    Find out how to make reproducible art works with local artist, Octavia Ink (Pretty in Ink Press). Participants will go home with their very own work of art. Refreshments and supplies will be provided. Special thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation and the Wege Foundation for their support of this program. Teen Printmaking […]

  • Live Music Mondays at Flat River Grill

    Live Music Mondays at Flat River Grill

    Dine with us every Monday evening and enjoy live music in Tributary at Flat River Grill! Shake up your Mondays with a variety of acoustic talents while you dine in comfort with our Wood-fired delights. Check out our music schedule below! January 22 - RustyPickel Duo January 29 - Clem & Cole from the Flat […]

  • Bistro Bella Vita Welcome Tenuta La Ponca & Vigneti Le Monde

    Experience an enchanting evening of culinary excellence and exquisite wine pairings at Bistro Bella Vita on February 19th, at 6pm. This special event, in collaboration with the prestigious Tenuta La Ponca is an affair not to be missed! We are thrilled to present a four-course dinner, each course meticulously paired with wines curated by our […]

  • Wine 101 Dinner at Flat River Grill

    Flat River Grill presents Wine 101, a five course chef-crafted dinner featuring an array of expertly paired world-class wines! Dinner will be hosted on Monday, February 19th at 6pm. Join […]

  • Run or Walk with Gazelle Sports Kalamazoo

    Run or Walk with Gazelle Sports Kalamazoo

    As much as we love connecting with you via Facebook, there’s nothing like group runs/walks and track workouts to build deeper connections. The Kalamazoo Herd is a free running & walking group that meets every Tuesday from the store @ 5:30 PM. Track workouts are offered on the first Tuesday of the month. Walkers & […]

  • Heart Health the Silent Killer with Brian Glover – Bionox

     Join us for our Heart Health the Silent Killer workshop with Brian Glover from Bionox. Please like and follow their Facebook page below!  https://www.facebook.com/bionoxnutrients Date: February 20, 2024 Time: 7-8pm […]

  • Master Class Tasting – Tuscany

    5 wines, small snacks and a plethora of knowledge from our wine pro friends at AHD Wine Distributors! We've set up an amazing class series for you, a "master class" […]

  • Outdoorama

    Whether it’s hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking or bird watching, this is the show of the year. The Outfitter’s Expo area along with major feature attractions like Big Buck Night […]

  • Cottage & Lakefront Living Show – Detroit

    Here in the Great Lakes State… The cottage is a tradition that’s handed down from one generation to the next. Whether you own a cottage, are looking to purchase, or […]

  • Wine on Thursdays

    Wine on Thursdays

    EVERY THURSDAY EVENING FROM 4 – 8PM… Stop in for wine tasting! We always have 2-3 options open and encourage you to grab a taste and shop around or talk […]

  • Short’s Beer Dinner Featuring Joe Short

     BEER DINNER  Join us Thursday, February 22 from 6–9 pm for an unforgettable dining experience with special guest, Short's Founder & creative mastermind, Joe Short! Enjoy 5 courses of beer […]

  • Outdoorama

    Whether it’s hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking or bird watching, this is the show of the year. The Outfitter’s Expo area along with major feature attractions like Big Buck Night and the Trout Pond provide the best place to book the trip of a lifetime or entertain the family. In addition, with a huge display […]

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