New for 2024, something BIG is coming to John Ball Zoo! That roar you hear in the distance may sound a little different than the Lion or Tiger you normally hear during your visit. It's a dinosaur! Starting in July, over 20 life-size dinosaurs will make their way to the Zoo's Forest Realm during Dino […]
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Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
It's apple season! Many varieties of great Michigan apples are waiting for you on the Fruit Ridge, plus cider, donuts, and other fall attractions! Honeycrisp apples starting by mid-September. Learn more in our Market Guide!
FALL in Love with West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
Autumn is here on West Michigan's Fruit Ridge! Find Fall Family Farm Fun Corm Mazes, Hayrides, pumpkin patches, cider & donuts and more in our market guide!
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Tiffany Baden will be here to sample out the amazing Top Seedz Crackers!! We hope you can stop by and give them a try! Associated Business: Nature's Market
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 […]
Artist's Way Art Workshops are weekly art workshops as part of the Artist's Way Project. This is a 12-week project that is inspired by the book Artist's Way by Julia […] |
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Explore our popular Gwen Frostic Woodland Shade Garden, an illuminated forest of majestic trees and mystical meadow grasses and logs every Tuesday throughout October. Featured are incredible glowing hand-etched pumpkins […] 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 & […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from […] |
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Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to […]
Welcome to the brand new Grand Rapids Chapter of INT'L CAFE. Join in on our fun loving flavor of language cafe/intercambio style social language immersion events. Vivant will be hosting […]
Welcome to the brand new Grand Rapids Chapter of INT'L CAFE. Join in on our fun loving flavor of language cafe/intercambio style social language immersion events. Vivant will be hosting […] |
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Psychological testing and personality assessments can offer valuable insights during a hiring or organizational development process. When valid and reliable, assessments can help to describe and predict employee fit and […]
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 […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, […] |
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Local creatives (artists, makers, writers, etc) are invited to drop by our casual, cozy space to ask questions or share tips and experiences to benefit and encourage other creatives! 6pm-8pm […] |
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Join us and Lewandoski's Market as we celebrate the tail-end of Oktoberfest. We will be pouring Mr. Oktoberfest in the parking lot along with other seasonal beers including our 2024 […]
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Join us for a Theme Release Party!• Shop our new selection of themed goods and art• Artist and maker pop-ups!• Snacks and drinks available!• Fun included!• Limited supplies available! Associated Business: Cocoon Art Space
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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Fall in love with local arts at our annual Bazaar Bash! Join us for a day of shopping, sipping, and savoring as we showcase a popup market filled with talented artists. Round up your crew, grab a drink, and indulge in delicious bites from our scratch kitchen. Whether you're on the hunt for gifts or […]
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IT’S BAAAAAACK… Returning for its fourth year, Betka-Pope Production's Halloween Bash at the Market will feature over 100 vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and more. Join us for this free, all-ages event on the first Sunday of October from 3-7pm! Vendor and Goblin Lane applications are now open. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.betkapopeproductions.com/halloween-bash-at... Associated […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
5 events,
Dino Adventures
Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
FALL in Love with West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
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 […]
Artist's Way Art Workshops are weekly art workshops as part of the Artist's Way Project. This is a 12-week project that is inspired by the book Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. What - Each week artists will share different interactive art workshops and experiences - dance, movement, visual art, mindfulness practices, and more. Every week […] |
7 events,
Explore our popular Gwen Frostic Woodland Shade Garden, an illuminated forest of majestic trees and mystical meadow grasses and logs every Tuesday throughout October. Featured are incredible glowing hand-etched pumpkins by local artist Alynn Guerra, of Red Hydrant Press. Joining the pumpkin-carving fun this year are artists Rebecca Rodriguez, of Foiled Again Press, and Lisa […] 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 & […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 pm! View our complete live music lineup at https://corkwineandgrille.com/happening/3984/2024-05-28/ Associated Business: Cork Wine & Grille |
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Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit
Step into the pages of your favorite books by Eric Carle and experience them as artist, reader and character. This play-and-learn exhibit features activities inspired by five of Eric Carle’s classic books: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Very Quiet Cricket, The Very Lonely Firefly, The Very Clumsy Click Beetle and The Very Busy Spider. In […]
Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to Gazelle Sports and spend ten minutes one-on-one with a sports medicine professional from University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine to discuss your specific injury concerns. […] |
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The purpose of this 6-hour introductory seminar is to provide an overview of the statistical techniques that are commonly used in business for both data analysis and decision making. A basic discussion of descriptive statistics will be presented as a means of summarizing data to help make informed decisions. The presentation also includes topics such […]
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!
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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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: Since 1910, Koeze Company has been a retailer of premium specialty food gifts, now […] |
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Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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DATES: Second Sunday of the Month(June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8 + October 13) TIMES: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM-ABOUT:Join us on the Second Sunday of the Month for the Downtown Farmer's Market! Join us for vendors, food trucks and a live DJ! VENDORS:Better Place FarmsLast Mile CaféJust Enjoy BakeryRethink NutritionField and FireMosby's […]
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On Sunday, October 13th, from 11 AM to 4 PM, 100+ vendors will feature art, crafts, and locally grown flowers at Fulton Street Market! During your visit, eat among concessions vendors while participating in artisan-led workshops and kids activities!
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Join us for yoga and cider! ALL Levels are welcome - Beginner through Advanced. Your class pass includes a 60 minute yoga class led by Stephanie from Destination: Yoga, water bottle, and your choice of a Tier 1 or 2 cider. Class will be held in our private event space. If you have your own […] |
7 events,
Dino Adventures
Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
FALL in Love with West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit
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Member Playtime: BOO Bash!Monday, October 14, 9am-12pm GRCM members, join us for a Halloween-themed playtime! Wear your favorite costume, trick-or-treat in the museum, and explore Halloween-themed activities!
Artist's Way Art Workshops are weekly art workshops as part of the Artist's Way Project. This is a 12-week project that is inspired by the book Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. What - Each week artists will share different interactive art workshops and experiences - dance, movement, visual art, mindfulness practices, and more. Every week […]
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 […] |
8 events,
Explore our popular Gwen Frostic Woodland Shade Garden, an illuminated forest of majestic trees and mystical meadow grasses and logs every Tuesday throughout October. Featured are incredible glowing hand-etched pumpkins by local artist Alynn Guerra, of Red Hydrant Press. Joining the pumpkin-carving fun this year are artists Rebecca Rodriguez, of Foiled Again Press, and Lisa […] 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 & […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 pm! View our complete live music lineup at https://corkwineandgrille.com/happening/3984/2024-05-28/ Associated Business: Cork Wine & Grille |
8 events,
Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to Gazelle Sports and spend ten minutes one-on-one with a sports medicine professional from University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine to discuss your specific injury concerns. […]
Welcome to the brand new Grand Rapids Chapter of INT'L CAFE. Join in on our fun loving flavor of language cafe/intercambio style social language immersion events. Vivant will be hosting a language cafe every first and third Wednesday of the month so you can speak/sign your languages of choice. Spend your social hours with us […]
Welcome to the brand new Grand Rapids Chapter of INT'L CAFE. Join in on our fun loving flavor of language cafe/intercambio style social language immersion events. Vivant will be hosting a language cafe every first and third Wednesday of the month so you can speak/sign your languages of choice. Spend your social hours with us […] |
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This 3-hour seminar introduces the construct of emotional intelligence and provides an overview of how our EI affects our personal and professional functioning. The seminar includes information on important differences between emotional intelligence, IQ, and personality. Interesting research on how EI can be leveraged to benefit both individuals and organizations will also be presented. Associated […]
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!
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 […] |
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Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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6 events,
Dino Adventures
Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
FALL in Love with West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit
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 […]
Artist's Way Art Workshops are weekly art workshops as part of the Artist's Way Project. This is a 12-week project that is inspired by the book Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. What - Each week artists will share different interactive art workshops and experiences - dance, movement, visual art, mindfulness practices, and more. Every week […] |
8 events,
Explore our popular Gwen Frostic Woodland Shade Garden, an illuminated forest of majestic trees and mystical meadow grasses and logs every Tuesday throughout October. Featured are incredible glowing hand-etched pumpkins by local artist Alynn Guerra, of Red Hydrant Press. Joining the pumpkin-carving fun this year are artists Rebecca Rodriguez, of Foiled Again Press, and Lisa […] 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 & […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 pm! View our complete live music lineup at https://corkwineandgrille.com/happening/3984/2024-05-28/ Associated Business: Cork Wine & Grille |
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***Must register in advance!*** Do you hope to one day do therapy work with your dog? Think your dog has what it takes? This class is for dogs and puppies who are friendly with people and other dogs. We work on skills like walking politely on leash, introduction to medical equipment and therapy dog cues […]
Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to Gazelle Sports and spend ten minutes one-on-one with a sports medicine professional from University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine to discuss your specific injury concerns. […] |
7 events,
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!
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant
Open Mic Night at Switchback. Every Thursday evening 7-10pm. Come play, listen, grab a drink, and have a good time. |
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Strategic planning is important for executives and managers who want to make informed decisions and maximize return on capital investments. In this full-day workshop, participants will develop a strategic plan that will align resources with goals to create a roadmap for long-term success. Organizational development is the process of planning the changes needed to adapt […] |
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From the legendary Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki comes "Kiki’s Delivery Service", the beloved coming-of-age story of a resourceful young witch who uses her broom to create a delivery service, only to lose her gift of flight in a moment of self-doubt. It is tradition for all young witches to leave their families on […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
6 events,
Dino Adventures
Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
FALL in Love with West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit
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 […]
Artist's Way Art Workshops are weekly art workshops as part of the Artist's Way Project. This is a 12-week project that is inspired by the book Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. What - Each week artists will share different interactive art workshops and experiences - dance, movement, visual art, mindfulness practices, and more. Every week […] |
7 events,
Explore our popular Gwen Frostic Woodland Shade Garden, an illuminated forest of majestic trees and mystical meadow grasses and logs every Tuesday throughout October. Featured are incredible glowing hand-etched pumpkins by local artist Alynn Guerra, of Red Hydrant Press. Joining the pumpkin-carving fun this year are artists Rebecca Rodriguez, of Foiled Again Press, and Lisa […] 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 & […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30 pm! View our complete live music lineup at https://corkwineandgrille.com/happening/3984/2024-05-28/ Associated Business: Cork Wine & Grille |
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Get dressed up and celebrate Halloween at the museum! We’ll have special crafts, trick-or-treating and lots of spooky activities inside the museum walls, all included with regular museum admission.
Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to Gazelle Sports and spend ten minutes one-on-one with a sports medicine professional from University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine to discuss your specific injury concerns. […]
From the legendary Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki comes "Kiki’s Delivery Service", the beloved coming-of-age story of a resourceful young witch who uses her broom to create a delivery service, only to lose her gift of flight in a moment of self-doubt. It is tradition for all young witches to leave their families on […] |
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While most employers attempt to build a positive culture in their organizations, there are times when they are faced with the dark side. The news often reports criminal convictions of employees who have acted against their companies through nefarious means. Not often reported is the cost extracted through lost productivity, internal political strife, and turnover […]
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!
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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Restaurant Week Grand Rapids
Restaurant Week GR is a great time to explore Michigan’s Best Food City – and not just because some of the area’s best chefs will be serving up fantastic dishes. You’ll also get rewarded for your edible adventuring through the digital Restaurant Week GR pass. Your taste buds will thank you! For more details, […]
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Self Empowered introduces individuals to the language of leadership through the lens of their own behaviors. Everyone receives a personalized report with narrative feedback about their leadership skills and behaviors. Their report includes individualized tips and guidance on what leadership skills they naturally utilize and the areas where they can improve. The facilitated learning experience […] |
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Join us for a Theme Release Party!• Shop our new selection of themed goods and art• Artist and maker pop-ups!• Snacks and drinks available!• Fun included!• Limited supplies available! Associated Business: Cocoon Art Space
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
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Come join us at The Fulton Street Farmers Market on November 3rd from 10am - 4pm for our Grand Rapids Holiday Market!! We will have 100+ makers lining this historical covered OUTDOOR space. Live music! Food Trucks! It is only $3 to get in - kids are free - and we take cash and card […]
Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks! Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays! View our complete live music lineup at https://boatwerksrestaurant.com/.../live-music/2024-05-30/1/ Associated Business: Boatwerks Restaurant |
