“I Dream” Takes Audiences on Journey of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Life
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Opera Grand Rapids will take part in an in-concert version of Douglas Tappin’s “I Dream,” which recalls the last 36-hours of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life through his memories and recollections.
Chiaroscuro International Film Series Begins Sunday
With films spanning the globe, the free Chiaroscuro International Film Series kicks off its 12th season on Sunday.
Meijer Gardens Shows Off Expansion Progress
The frigid temperatures aren’t slowing down the progress of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park expansion project, which includes completion dates ranging from later this spring to 2021.
WMU Grad Takes on “Youthful Prodigies” with West Michigan Symphony
Paul Clifton, principal horn and a graduate of Western Michigan University, will join the West Michigan Symphony next weekend for a performance of Germanic classics by Youthful Prodigies.
Detroit Artist Discovers His Mother in Latest Exhibit
Detroit artist Carl Wilson’s mother was somewhat of a mystery to him. “I didn’t know her as well as I wanted to,” he said, adding that parents from her generation “didn’t spill their guts.”
Travel Channel Highlights Local Brewery
A local brewery will be in the spotlight this weekend during a special on the Travel Channel.
GR|MAG’s Top Weekend Picks
While you might feel more like burrowing into your growing collection of blankets this weekend to beat the arctic chill, there's plenty to do in Grand Rapids that will make leaving the house worth it.
LaughFest FUNderwear Run & Adventure Challenge Details Announced
Gilda’s LaughFest announced details for its annual FUNderwear Run and Seriously Funny Family Adventure Challenge this morning.
Museum Extends Weekend Hours
A downtown museum is extending its hours to better accommodate guests.
Grand Rapids Documentary Shines a Spotlight on Community Theater
From theatre assistants to co-founders of their own production company, Teresa Thome and Patrick Ziegler have been friends and colleagues ever since they first met at Spectrum Theatre while attending Grand Rapids Community College, then Junior College.
Calvin College Annual Speaker Series Kicks Off This Week
Calvin College’s annual January Series kicks off this week with a lecture by Rev. Mary Hulst, Ph.D., on “Why Millennials Are the Hope of the Church.”
LowellArts Launches New Concert Series
LowellArts introduces a new concert series beginning in January that combines music and art.
Chaffee Planetarium Transforms into Music Venue
After a successful first season last year, Concerts Under the Stars return to the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium this month.
GR|MAG’s Top Weekend Picks
You’ll have your pick of New Year’s Eve celebrations this weekend, but several other fun activities are also taking place for those who want to end 2017 on a high note.
Five New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Grand Rapids to Ring in 2018
As the Broadway musical “Rent” asks us, “How do you measure a year in a life? In daylights? In sunsets? In midnights? In cups of coffee? In inches, in miles, in laughter, in strife?” Regardless of how you spent your 525,600 minutes of 2017, we can all celebrate making it through another year.
Hannah Rose & the GravesTones Play Founders
Hannah Rose Graves, lead singer and founder of Grand Rapids-based band Hannah Rose and the GravesTones, has been singing since she could speak. Whether she exercised her talent in choir or theater, Graves has always sought opportunities to sing.
Grand Rapids Public Museum Comes to Life
See your favorite characters come to life at the Night at Your Museum event hosted by the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
Meijer Gardens Welcomes Beverly Pepper Exhibition
American sculptor Beverly Pepper’s work will be on display at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (FMG) beginning in February.
Lifting Spirits with Holiday Stories
Celebrate the season with “Holiday Memories of Grand Rapids,” a television special combining interviews, photos, footage and more. Created by Fubble Entertainment’s Teresa Thome and Patrick Ziegler, this special, airing on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, documents the love and history of downtown Grand Rapids.
GR|MAG’s Top Weekend Picks
Looking forward to a long holiday weekend? So are we. If you've finished your Christmas shopping, decked your halls and have your holiday menu planned, head out and enjoy one of the many fun events taking place this weekend. You can also enjoy some holiday memories from the comfort of your own home this weekend.