Symphony Spreads Holiday Cheer with Pops Concerts
It might be a blustery week, but the Grand Rapids Symphony is inviting audience members to warm up with its holiday tunes.
Muskegon Museum of Art Exhibits Look at the Influence of Cotton
Cotton has influenced the United States possibly more than any other crop. Its influence can be seen in the country’s history, economics and the environment.
Tour the Public Markets of Spain with the Downtown Market
Pack your bags and get your passport ready, the Grand Rapids Downtown Market will be co-hosting Tasting Spain, a weeklong tour of Barcelona and Madrid focused on the public markets.
Michigan Author Signs Books Saturday
Local author Kristina Riggle will be holding a book signing for her novel, “Vivian in Red.” The signing will take place on Saturday, Dec. 9 from noon until 2 p.m. at Barnes and Noble in Rivertown Mall.
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Start your weekend with holiday shopping or a lesson in community activism, let loose Friday and Saturday with some fun dance parties and then finish the weekend strong with a festive 5K run/walk!
Theater Group Puts 1940s Spin on “It’s a Wonderful Life”
Catch the holiday classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” this weekend as a 1940s era radio play.
Trolley Tours Offer a Glimpse of Downtown’s Most Decorated Corners
Grand Rapids is all decked out for the holidays and a series of trolley tours will help you glimpse all the best decorations.
“Nutcracker” Choreographer Makes GR Stop Ahead of Opening
Val Caniparoli jokes that he’s a “Nutcracker” machine. A choreographer for companies all over the world, Caniparoli was in Grand Rapids before Thanksgiving to update his choreography for the Grand Rapids Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker,” which opens Dec. 1 at DeVos Performance Hall.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Grand Rapids is sure in the holiday spirit! Try traveling to the North Pole for an evening, or how about a walk through a winter wonderland?
Found Footage Festival Comes to UICA
Boredom led two buddies from small town Wisconsin to scour thrift stores for entertainment, and ultimately led the pair to develop the Found Footage Festival.
Former NBA “Bad Boy” Visits Grand Rapids Drive
Bad boy and former NBA player Dennis Rodman will join the Grand Rapids Drive on the court Thursday, Nov. 30.
Holiday Season Kicks Off with Christmas Tree Lighting
Venture downtown on Friday evening for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. You can also strap on a pair of skates and glide across Rosa Parks Circle, which has been transformed into an ice rink.
Brad Mehldau Brings His Improvisational Skills to St. Cecilia’s
Described by The New York Times as “the most influential jazz pianist of the last 20 years,” this Thursday’s performance by Brad Mehldau at St. Cecilia Music Center is one not to miss.
With Every Stroke, You’ll Be “Loving Vincent”
As the world’s first fully oil-painted feature film, “Loving Vincent” is a well-crafted tribute to one of the most famous artists of all time. Directed by Dorota Kobiela and Hugh Welchman, more than 100 painters collaborated on this film to bring van Gogh’s paintings and impasto style to life.
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After you’ve eaten all the turkey, stuffing and pie you can handle, head out to enjoy Thanksgiving weekend. Whether you’re in the mood to shop or dance, Grand Rapids is ready to make the holiday season jolly with plenty of fun events.
Christmas Lite Show Opens at Ballpark
West Michigan’s “largest, animated, drive-through light show” returns today with even more twinkling lights.
Walking In A Winter Wonderland At Frederik Meijer Gardens
The first snowfall has come and gone, signaling the start of another holiday season. Celebrate with Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (FMG) as it hosts its 23rd annual Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World exhibition.
Local Band Marches To The Beat Of Its Own Drum On Worldwide Stage
The Rockford High School Marching Band will make history this Thanksgiving as the first West Michigan Band to perform in the world’s biggest parade.
Festival of Trees Lights Up Lakeshore
Ever wished you could hire a professional to decorate your Christmas tree? Now, essentially, you can.
The Sun Shines Non-Stop on Civic’s “Annie”
You don’t have to wait for the sun to come out tomorrow. It shines non-stop in Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s latest powerhouse production, “Annie.”