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Nation’s top adaptive athletes compete in GR

Grand Rapids is stepping into the national spotlight this week as it welcomes The Hartford Nationals, the country’s largest and longest-running adaptive sports championship, to town for the first time.

Salute to Service

The Grand Rapids Fire Department will host a public retirement reception to honor Deputy Chief Eric Freeman

Buzz-worthy exhibit to land at John Ball Zoo

There’s a buzz in the air at John Ball Zoo this summer—literally. Opening July 14, The Power of Pollinators features more than 20 larger-than-life animatronic insects.

Things to do in GR this weekend: July 10–13

Looking for ways to spend your weekend in and around Grand Rapids? Enjoy pro-level pickleball, live music, racing, and dance parties.

Upscale resale stores offer bargains

Tables are set with dinner plates or glassware or picnic accessories. Racks hold clothing. Picture frames, baskets, knickknacks are on shelves, grouped attractively.

Top brunch spots in Grand Rapids – Part 1

Summertime in Grand Rapids means longer mornings, sunnier skies, and one very important question: Where are we going for brunch?

Curating wellness through art

If you are looking for someone who knows a lot about what a hospital environment is like, Rosalind Ebrom is a good candidate.

The intermittent fasting trend: a case study

At Grand Rapids Magazine, we’re always on the lookout for inspiring stories from our community, especially those that showcase personal transformation and dedication.

4 splashy spots for the dog days

The dog days of summer are here, and while you’re reaching for sunscreen and flip-flops, your four-legged friend is dreaming of cool waves.

Reserve reverses course with Allora: coastal Italian fare

On Tuesday, April 22, the buzz around Grand Rapids’ culinary scene crescendoed with the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Allora.

City issues safety tips after fireworks spark fire in SW neighborhood

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of fireworks on the Fourth of July, but city officials are reminding residents that with the spectacle comes serious responsibility.

12 ways to celebrate Independence Day in West Michigan

Looking to make the most of your Fourth of July weekend? From booming fireworks displays to lakeside dance parties and cherry picking at a century-old orchard, West Michigan is bursting with celebrations for everyone.

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Reserve reverses course with Allora: coastal Italian fare

On Tuesday, April 22, the buzz around Grand Rapids’ culinary scene crescendoed with the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Allora.

An emerald worth guarding

In the land of ales and oak-aged legends, there’s one name that has loomed large for over two decades—Dragon’s Milk.

GR brunch staple debuts new drinks menu

Here in Grand Rapids, we love our brunches—and the beverages that go with them.

Fan favorite pinwheels roll into Grand Haven

New Holland Brewing is rolling some- thing new into downtown Grand Haven this summer—Pinwheel Kitchen, a takeaway shop

4 splashy spots for the dog days

The dog days of summer are here, and while you’re reaching for sunscreen and flip-flops, your four-legged friend is dreaming of cool waves.

City issues safety tips after fireworks spark fire in SW neighborhood

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of fireworks on the Fourth of July, but city officials are reminding residents that with the spectacle comes serious responsibility.

Hot days, cool tunes: Relax at Rosa rolls on

The heat’s not letting up—but neither is the music.

New light on dark waters

Willow Waldron once spent summer afternoons paddling her kayak through West Michigan’s winding rivers, with her three dogs in tow. But those carefree outings...

The intermittent fasting trend: a case study

At Grand Rapids Magazine, we’re always on the lookout for inspiring stories from our community, especially those that showcase personal transformation and dedication.

Lighthouse Bluff called

When the Noordyk family of Fremont came across a five-story modernist home perched above the Lake Michigan shoreline near Fennville, they didn’t just see a summer house—they saw potential.

Women’s fashion: what’s trending

If your type of spring cleaning includes a wardrobe refresh, read on to discover four fashion trends that will have you dopamine dressing your way into sunnier weather and sunnier dispositions.

Back in action!

The City of Grand Rapids, in partnership with Priority Health and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is hosting its tenth annual summer series of free outdoor fitness classes.

Things to do in GR this weekend: July 10–13

Looking for ways to spend your weekend in and around Grand Rapids? Enjoy pro-level pickleball, live music, racing, and dance parties.

Your weekend guide: June 26–29

From free outdoor art to vintage treasure hunts, there’s no shortage of things to explore in and around Grand Rapids this weekend.

Update: Greensky Bluegrass to headline Wings Event Center

Beloved progressive bluegrass outfit Greensky Bluegrass is making a long-awaited return to its roots with a special two-night run at Wings Event Center.

Score tickets to Hamilton & enjoy a pint with a purpose

Back by popular demand, the Tony Award-winning phenomenon returns to Grand Rapids for a limited engagement at DeVos Performance Hall.

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