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Fresh seafood, affordable, too!

When Zully Vielma and Louis Hamper settled in Greenville in 2016, for Louis Hamper, whose mother lived there, it was a homecoming.

It’s Hammerhead Time!

This summer, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is diving deep into one of the planet’s most fascinating and misunderstood creatures: sharks.

Tribe’s long road to recognition moves forward

A chapter of Michigan’s rich Indigenous history may soon be rewritten as the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians move one step closer to long-awaited federal recognition.

Things to do in GR this weekend

Whether you're looking to celebrate Grand Rapids' best, enjoy world-class music, or plan the perfect Mother’s Day outing, this weekend offers a full lineup of events for every interest and age.

Sowing the seeds of success

Like proud parents sharing pictures of their new babies, customers at Flowerland, West Michigan’s 75-year-old purveyor of plants, sometimes bring in snapshots showcasing the plants that garden supply buyer Kathy Rohm has helped them nurture.

City gears up for 48th Amway River Bank Run

Grand Rapids will be buzzing early Saturday, May 10, as the 48th annual Amway River Bank Run takes over downtown.

Author tells tales from ‘Bear County’

John Counts knows Michigan’s small towns—he’s lived in them, visited for outdoor activities, and reported on the people and events of those small towns so often that they have become part of him.

Recreation Reimagined!

Each year, we endure the unrelenting chill of winter–waiting, albeit not always patiently, for the unparalleled bliss of a West Michigan summer.

Recipe: Spring’s Bounty

Spring brings with it more than just warmer weather and blooming flowers—it ushers in the season of mushrooms.

The Big Easy meets Monroe Center

Want to spot the difference between Cajun food and Creole food? Raphael Jones says to check for tomatoes.
Best of Grand Rapids Party 2024

Party with the Best of Grand Rapids

Kick off the summer in style with an evening of food, drinks at the second annual Best of Grand Rapids party, presented by Max's South Seas Hideaway.

Moments with a capital ‘M’

Jason Novotny is Vice President of Design at TowerPinkster, one of Grand Rapids’ titans of design. Recently, TowerPinkster merged with Comprehensive Engineering, a local firm specializing in mechanical, structural, and civil engineering.

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Fresh seafood, affordable, too!

When Zully Vielma and Louis Hamper settled in Greenville in 2016, for Louis Hamper, whose mother lived there, it was a homecoming.

Recipe: Spring’s Bounty

Spring brings with it more than just warmer weather and blooming flowers—it ushers in the season of mushrooms.

The Big Easy meets Monroe Center

Want to spot the difference between Cajun food and Creole food? Raphael Jones says to check for tomatoes.

1873: ‘Like stepping into a different era’

Nestled in the heart of Grand Haven, Michigan, the Kirby House is more than just a restaurant—it’s a living piece of the city’s history.

City gears up for 48th Amway River Bank Run

Grand Rapids will be buzzing early Saturday, May 10, as the 48th annual Amway River Bank Run takes over downtown.

Author tells tales from ‘Bear County’

John Counts knows Michigan’s small towns—he’s lived in them, visited for outdoor activities, and reported on the people and events of those small towns so often that they have become part of him.

Party with the Best of Grand Rapids

Kick off the summer in style with an evening of food, drinks at the second annual Best of Grand Rapids party, presented by Max's South Seas Hideaway.

Kentwood announces Arbor Day giveaway

As warmer weather rolls in, many are gearing up for spring yardwork—including tree planting.

Sowing the seeds of success

Like proud parents sharing pictures of their new babies, customers at Flowerland, West Michigan’s 75-year-old purveyor of plants, sometimes bring in snapshots showcasing the plants that garden supply buyer Kathy Rohm has helped them nurture.

Recreation Reimagined!

Each year, we endure the unrelenting chill of winter–waiting, albeit not always patiently, for the unparalleled bliss of a West Michigan summer.

Moments with a capital ‘M’

Jason Novotny is Vice President of Design at TowerPinkster, one of Grand Rapids’ titans of design. Recently, TowerPinkster merged with Comprehensive Engineering, a local firm specializing in mechanical, structural, and civil engineering.

Interior Designing Women

As nature turns a new leaf, many of us feel the pull to refresh the spaces we live in.

Things to do in GR this weekend

Whether you're looking to celebrate Grand Rapids' best, enjoy world-class music, or plan the perfect Mother’s Day outing, this weekend offers a full lineup of events for every interest and age.

Fun things to do this weekend in Grand Rapids

From a speakeasy-style gala to free museum access and puppets galore, this weekend in and around Grand Rapids offers a whirlwind of experiences for every age and interest.

Tuesday Evening Music Club lineup announced

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has announced the return of the Ayers Basement Systems Tuesday Evening Music Club for summer 2025.

‘Chamber’ returns for season finale

St. Cecilia Music Center The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center will return to St. Cecilia Music Center on Thursday, April 24, to close out the 2024–25 Chamber Music Series with a program steeped in classical elegance and virtuosity.

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