grand rapids things to do: Lowell Michigan ~ Free Sizzlin' Summer Concerts 2009 ~ Riverwalk
- 05/15/09 02:14 AM
Lowell is a pretty little city on the Flat River just east of Ada and Grand Rapids. In fact, it takes us about twenty minutes to drive there, which we do quite often. There are several places to get a bite to eat and they have the lowest prices for movie tickets in the area, but that is another blog. Lowell ShowBoat Sizzlin' Summer Concert Series 2009. Every Thursday night this summer, there is a FREE CONCERT from 7 to 9pm at the Riverwalk in Lowell on the Showboat stage. The concerts are wheelchair accessible, free parking, there is bleacher seating or … (2 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Arts in Ada ~ Annual Arts Festival ~ Saturday May 16th 2009
- 05/13/09 02:37 AM
Arts in Ada Michigan Festival ~ May 16th 9 am to 4 pm Event will be held on Bronson Street from the Covered Bridge to Ada Drive Directly in front of historic Ada Town Hall Hosted by the Ada Council for the Arts Music, Dance, and activities are planned all day Artists will sell their creations, including stained glass, jewelry, photography, paintings, and pottery. Live entertainment will be provided, food will be available. A great time to check out the boutiques and specialty shops in Ada.
These photos are from Art in Ada 2008 - last year's event.
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grand rapids things to do: Climbing the Fish Ladder in Grand Rapids Michigan
- 04/03/09 04:05 AM
Is it difficult to go home? Ask the salmon that are attempting to reach their spawning grounds in the upper reaches of the Grand River. They have a Herculean task to get up the fish ladder at the Grand River downtown Grand Rapids. Joseph E Kinnebrew IV, designed the Fish Ladder Sculpture that allows the fish to climb the dam at Fourth Street and Front NW.
The Fish Ladder was installed in 1974 and is a favorite spot to watch the fish return up river in the fall. We have seen the fish so thick that the ducks can walk … (6 comments)
grand rapids things to do: White Caps Signal Start of Spring Baseball in Grand Rapids Michigan
- 03/12/09 11:42 AM
The West Michigan White Caps start their summer season with their opening day on Thursday, April 9th. It isn't that far away and would be a great outing for Spring Break Week. They have many promotions and specials going on, so don't delay, if baseball is your passion, get your tickets now. The match is with South Bend Silver Hawks and there will be a post game fireworks show sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. Atlogas sponsors Thrifty Thursdays throughout the season, which means $2 beers, $2 Pepsi products, and 2 hot dogs for , yep, you guessed it - $2.
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grand rapids things to do: Michigan Winter Beer Festival ~ Grand Rapids MI ~ Sat. 2-28-09
- 02/06/09 02:19 AM
4th Annual Michigan Winter Beer Festival Sat. Feb 28, 2009 Noon - 5PM Fifth Third's White Caps Ball Park Comstock Park MI Have you ever thought about drinking craft beers fresh from the brewers casks? Would you enjoy tasting new brews and rubbing elbows with other beer enthusiasts? Well, set your calendars for Feb 28th in Grand Rapids, MI Tickets are $ 35.00 which includes 12 drink tickets. Tickets will be more day of the event. Tickets are available at the following locations: Whitecaps box office in Comstock ParkRochester Mills Beer Co. in RochesterOlde Peninsula Brewpub in KalamazooDragonmead Microbrewery in WarrenOld … (1 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Grand Rapids Michigan ~ Robinettes Farm Market is a Fall Destination
- 11/06/08 11:10 AM
Robinette's Farm Market is a favorite Grand Rapids destination for families, shoppers, sippers, pie aficionados, hay ride enthusiasts, and just plain folks. We like to sample the wonderful home baked fruit pies, donuts, bear claws, and other bakery goods. And of course, the fresh apple cider. In fact, on weekends in season, you can see the old fashioned apple press at work. Located at the East Beltline at Four Mile Road in northeast Grand Rapids Township, Robinette's is a farm market that has diversified to anticipate their customers needs. Their newest venture in the big red barn is Robinette Cellars,a wine tasting cellar, which they have added to … (0 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Grand Rapids Rose Society Fall Show ~ Frederick Meijers Gardens
- 08/26/08 09:11 AM
Care to smell the Roses? The public is invited to the Grand Valley Rose Society's Fall Show & Judging at the Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park - August 30-31, 2008. The Show will be open from 1-5 pm both Saturday and Sunday on the lower level of the Fredercik Meijer Gardens building. There is no charge for admission to the Rose Show but admission to Frederick Meijers Gardens & Sculpture Park is still required.
A class in Fragrance will be offered at 11 am - 5 pm on Saturday. Visitors may take part by voting for "Most Fragrant Rose" during … (4 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Cascade Public Library Cascade, Michigan ~ Visiting Sculpture Exhibit
- 08/12/08 08:59 AM
The Cascade Public Library in Cascade, MI has a wonderful Bronze Sculpture Exhibit going on in the library now through October. Everywhere you look, there is a fantastic sculpture to view. Some are small, some are large, all are interesting. Took the tour and snapped a few pictures so you could see this marvelous exhibit, too. Reading was a large part of the theme but not all were about enjoying a good book.
This joyful fellow greets you as you walk to the front desk.
Looks like someone has found a quiet spot to get a bit of reading in.
This … (0 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Playing in the Treetops ~ Thousand Oaks Golf Course, Grand Rapids MI
- 08/08/08 05:32 AM
Once you have played this course, you understand why they named it "Thousand Oaks Golf Club". I had the chance to play this course the other day and leaped at the opportunity. What a treat! Located just a few minutes north of Grand Rapids at Five Mile near the Grand River, this course wraps around literally thousands of oak trees. Which makes for a gorgeous nature outing this time of year. Golf Digest rated this Rees Jones designed course one of the 25 best courses in Michigan. This course is quite deceptive. Because it fluctuates in elevation, you might need a few more strokes to … (0 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Grand Rapids Michigan ~Silver Maple Music Festival ~ Fifth Third Ball Park Aug 2, 2008
- 07/30/08 11:26 AM
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008 in Grand Rapids, Michigan: The weather is supposed to be warm and sunny. BORED????? What ya Gonna Do?? Get yourself a ticket for the Silver Maple Music Festival! One day, Seven Bands Kids under 12 are free and the gates open at 11 am. Festivities start at Noon. Tickets are $40 and available through the Whitecaps website Bands Featured are: Aphrodesia Big Leg Mama Greensky Bluegrass The Milroys Donna the Buffalo The Ragbirds Railroad Earth For details, see Silver Maple Music Festival Details … (0 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Ada Township ~ Grand Rapids Bike Trail Connector nears Completion
- 05/17/08 10:56 AM
The 2008 Bike Trail Maps are available online at the Grand Rapids City Planning Dept. The trail maps show the connecting trail between Crahen and Forest Hills Avenues still under construction. This trail will connect Frederick Meijer Gardens with the 30 miles of Ada-Forest Hills Trails sections in Ada Township. The new section along Forest Hills Avenue north of Ada Drive pictured below is nearing completion.
Bike Trails may become more important to us if gas prices continue to rise. AAA tells us that the average car expense is $ 6893.00 per year while the average bicycle … (4 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park ~ The Conservatory
- 02/17/08 12:24 PM
Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a world class park with world class attractions in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is more than a garden, it is a community and area treasure with many aspects of the fine arts on permanent and traveling displays. Listed below are the major attractions: The Sculpture Park Gallery Collection Garden Trails & Conservatory Collection Sculpture Exhibitions Children's Garden Outdoor Concert Stage Because there are so many aspects to the gardens, I will only discuss The Conservatory Gardens in this article. Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory is more than 5 stories tall and features tropical plants from 5 continents as well as … (8 comments)
grand rapids things to do: Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park ~ The Outdoor Sculptures
- 02/17/08 11:56 AM
Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a world class park with world class attractions in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is more than a garden, it is a community and area treasure with many aspects of the fine arts on permanent and traveling displays. Listed below are the major attractions: The Sculpture Park Gallery Collection Garden Trails & Conservatory Collection Sculpture Exhibitions Children's Garden Outdoor Concert Stage
Because this park offers so many attractions, I will just cover The Sculpture Park in this article. The 30+ acre Sculpture Park is set within the gardens 125 acre site. It features outdoor … (3 comments)
grand rapids things to do: New Roselle Park in Ada has Open House Sunday Oct. 28th 2-4PM
- 10/08/07 01:11 AM
Come one, Come ALL! Your new Park in ADA TOWNSHIP is OPEN on OCT. 28th Roselle Park is located along the scenic Grand River in Ada Township on over 240 acres specifically for nature preservation and low impact recreation: WALKING, HIKING, BIKING, AND NATURE APPRECIATION
The Public Debut Open House will be: Sunday October 28th, 2007 2 to 4 pm at 1010 Grand River Dr. NE (Grand River & Michigan) ROSELLE PARK Will Feature: paved and unpaved trails Grand River Overlook Memorial Wildlife Observation Deck 40 foot Observation Tower Bring your walking shoes, walking stick, or ride one … (0 comments)
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