Art, Eats & Beats
The 51st Annual Eastown Streetfair returns on September 7 in the heart of Grand Rapids' eclectic Eastown neighborhood.
City unveils draft Community Master Plan
The City of Grand Rapids has unveiled "Bridge to Our Future," a draft blueprint for the city's growth and development over the next 20 years.
Update: Beers at Bridge event cancelled due to inclement weather
If you missed the BareNaked 90's on June 21, fear not! There will be two more chances to enjoy the Beers at the Bridge Summer Concert Series in Ada.
Ciders, Perries and Pommeliers
On Saturday, May 18 more than 30 of Michigan's 192 hard cideries will be slinging scrumptious samples to the sound of live music at Cider Fest 2024.
Community invited to help build bridge to our future
After more than a year of research and gathering community input, the City of Grand Rapids will unveil its “Bridge to Our Future” Community Master Plan recommendations.
City manager proposes budget increase
City Manager Mark Washington met with the Grand Rapids City Commission on April 23 to deliver a budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025.
Collecting the leaves left behind
You know all of those leaves that were still in your yard when the unwelcome Halloween blizzard arrived last fall?
Total Eclipse of the Heartside?
Residents of Grand Rapids will be able to witness an eclipse on April 8, 2024.
City to offer free lifeguard certification
The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department plans to hire 75 lifeguards this summer.
3rd Ward Commissioner Race Narrows
After a rigorous selection process, three finalists have emerged in the race to fill the vacant Third Ward Commissioner seat in Grand Rapids.
Quintet brought together to honor Blue Note
Blue Note Records is celebrating its 85th Anniversary with a U.S. Tour.
An expression of gratitude
As the Michigan legislature wraps up a historically productive legislative session, City of Grand Rapids officials are reflecting on the remarkable investments and policy achievements that will benefit the City of Grand Rapids
HUD helps with $9 Million for hazard mitigation
More than $9 Million in grant funding was awarded to the City of Grand Rapids and Kent County recently to aid in an ongoing effort to protect families from exposure to lead paint and other hazards.
It’s show season at DeVos Performance Hall
Grab the family and head to DeVos Performance Hall where two very distinct versions of the beloved holiday classic take center stage this season.
Annual dog swim set for city pool
The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department will host a free dog swim event at Richmond Park Pool.
Open house provides info on sponsored recruits
The Grand Rapids Police Department will host an open house for those interested in learning more about sponsored recruit positions.
Beer City pickleball tourney returns
The Beer City Open Pickleball Championships are returning to Grand Rapids July 18 through July 23, 2023 at Belknap Park.
Growing further on Fridays
Participants in a summer youth program got a glimpse of the Grand Rapids City Commission Chambers on Friday, July 7 as they took part in GRow Further Fridays.
$90M in State funds earmarked for Grand Rapids
The City of Grand Rapids is welcoming funding contained in the State of Michigan’s bipartisan Fiscal Year 2024 budget...
Strengthening relationships abroad
Mayor Rosalynn Bliss recently led a 15-member delegation to two of Grand Rapids' sister cities in Asia.
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024 ISSUE
