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Violinist Sarah Chang made her debut with the New York Philharmonic when she was nine. Since that time, she’s performed and recorded with every major orchestra.

Bob Dylan is coming to Grand Rapids this fall.

Royal Blood is not a quiet band. Opening for Queens of the Stone Age on Sunday night at 20 Monroe Live, Royal Blood plans to start the party.

A local sculpture makes a surprise appearance in Sheryl Crow's new music video.

Circle Theatre’s season finale, “It Shoulda Been You,” is a classic case of “here comes the bride.”

You won't find trinkets, snow globes or decorative spoons crowding their bookshelves; and there's surely no junk drawer in the kitchen stuffed with key chains or miniature statues of tourist attractions. No, Jim and Virginia Goode aren't your average collectors.

You've survived back-to-school week, now get out and celebrate. There is plenty to do in Grand Rapids this weekend.

Parents and children can lift a glass at this year’s Oktoberfest West Michigan celebration planned for the last Friday and Saturday of September.

A West Michigan native hopes to grow the number of personal art collections in the region by bringing together works by over 90 artists as part of the bi-annual Collectors Show.

If you are going to a Grand Rapids Griffins game or attending a concert at Van Andel Arena this fall expect increased security measures.

The Forest Hills Fine Arts Center enters its 14th season in October. The season includes four performances that include world-class dance, fan-favorite music, internationally renowned singers, and a 50th anniversary tour.

Audiences will benefit as much as students from Grand Rapids Community College’s renovated Music Center, according to Kevin Dobreff, director of Grand Rapids Community College’s music program.

St. Cecilia Music Center announced its Jazz Encore Series and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center series lineups this week and teased its Acoustic Café Series lineup, including a performance by the renowned Judy Collins. 

With the Labor Day holiday on Monday, GR|Mag has added an extra day of fun to our Weekend Picks. From a dance party to a community walk to a chance to make your own artwork, we've got you covered. We've even added a fun activity for those of you spending the weekend on the lakeshore.

The Urban Institute for Contemporary Art's (UICA) annual OddBall event takes place next weekend. Now in its seventh year, OddBall has developed a reputation for being one of the most unique events of the year, with attendees often dressing in creative outfits in line with each year's "oddball" theme.

ArtPrize Nine is still three weeks away, but if you want to get a sneak peek, Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University opens is "Society of Spectacle" exhibit today.

Summer will disappear into the rearview mirror quickly once the school year kicks off, so take advantage of the few weekends left to soak up the sun.

A film festival featuring Michigan-made short films will once again be part of ArtPrize this year.

Students in Grand Valley State University’s performing arts programs will have a shiny new center to perform and learn in this fall.

GRandJazzFest’s rhythmic improvisations will infuse Rosa Parks Circle Saturday and Sunday with a dynamic blend of fusion, swing, Cuban, funk, gospel blues and Latin rhythms.