The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people first. We host them monthly with the support of Bloom Credit Union. Host highlight: GRCM is two floors of hands-on interactive exhibits and daily drop-in programs that inspire […]
Loving Day CelebrationJune 10, 2023 * 11am-4pmGrand Rapids Children's MuseumEbony Road Players, in partnership with the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, presents "Faces of Family: Sowing Seeds of Love." Part of the 9th Annual West Michigan's Loving Day Celebration, this festival-style celebration will include fun activities, art and entertainment for the whole family. All outdoor activities […]
Today the beach is coming to the Zoo! Catch your favorite ocean characters, Moana, Ariel & Friends, as they help us celebrate and learn about the water and the many animals that live in it. Keep an eye out for educational activities, animal programs, keeper chats, and more!
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 […]
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft beer and wines, specialty food, and no kids! Each Roaring Nights will feature a different live band. Earth Radio will be joining us on Thursday, […]
2 Million Diapers Donated CelebrationJune 23, 2023 * 6-9pmGrand Rapids Children's Museum Celebrate with the Great Start Parent Coalition of Kent County at GRCM! With the help of pantry partners, 2 MILLION DIAPERS have been donated to families in Kent County! Join us at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum for a FREE night of family-friendly […]
The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum invites you to the 4th Annual Let’s Play! Golf Outing. Please join us Monday, June 26th at Thornapple Pointe Golf Course. This fundraiser will help […]
These classes are for the community living in Heritage Hill, but everyone is welcome! KINSTRETCH is a body control practice. You'll learn how to move your body in new ways, […]
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft […]
TWO ways to play & ONE grand prize. Indie Month celebrates the indie local businesses that make our community unique, vibrant and resilient. Celebrate the businesses you love for a chance to win!
Come beat the summer heat with our animals at John Ball Zoo! Our animals will cool down with ice treat enrichment, Anna, Elsa and friends will make an appearance, and […]
These classes are for the community living in Heritage Hill, but everyone is welcome! KINSTRETCH is a body control practice. You'll learn how to move your body in new ways, […]