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Jul 25, 2018 - Live Music by Fauxgrass
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Aug 21, 2018 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Sep 18, 2018 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Oct 16, 2018 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Nov 20, 2018 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Dec 18, 2018 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Jan 15, 2019 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Feb 19, 2019 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Mar 19, 2019 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
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Apr 16, 2019 - The Sparrows Bridge Street Poetry Reading
Events for Sunday, October 29, 2017
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Subatomic
Subatomic will take viewers on a journey of scientific discovery. In 2012, after a 48-year search and the construction of the world’s largest machine, more than 10,000 physicists celebrated the discovery of the Higgs boson, an elusive subatomic particle crucial to physics and existence itself. Learn more about this important discovery, and how it fits into humanity’s quest for unraveling […]
Find out more »The Life of the Mind
The new exhibit, The Life of the Mind, opening Saturday, October 21, tells the story of mental health treatment from the late 18th century through to today. The Life of the Mind explores the evolution of mental health care based on an increase in knowledge of how the brain and mind works and on society’s changing perspectives of mental illnesses. […]
Find out more »Ongoing
Culture Kingdom Live with Culture Queen – Yankee Clipper Branch
With just a spoonful of magic and ancient wisdom, Culture Queen helps you discover your own royalty and connect with your culture through self-affirming songs, rich storytelling, and body-positive dance. Bright melodies and uplifting lyrics will have you and your royal children cutting a rug and boogieing down as you proudly proclaim, "I like the me I see!" Tuesday, July […]
Find out more »Orchid Show
Escape the cold and surround yourself with beautiful tropical orchids in the Grand Room. See orchid blooms as small as a mosquito and blooms with petals extending 10 inches or more. Use your imagination to discover how the moth orchid, slipper orchid, and dancing lady orchid got their names. Attend a free talk by experienced orchid growers and discover the […]
Find out more »Farmers Market
This year we’re bringing you the cream-of-the-crop to create an artisan market experience that only West Michigan could offer. You’ll find an eclectic mix of fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-crafted gifts. Rain or shine, we welcome you to join us at the Friday Farmers Market! - See more at: http://www.sc4a.org/Happenings/SCA-Farmer-s-Market.aspx#sthash.XECduSbA.dpuf
Find out more »Farmers Market
This year we’re bringing you the cream-of-the-crop to create an artisan market experience that only West Michigan could offer. You’ll find an eclectic mix of fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-crafted gifts. Rain or shine, we welcome you to join us at the Friday Farmers Market! - See more at: http://www.sc4a.org/Happenings/SCA-Farmer-s-Market.aspx#sthash.XECduSbA.dpuf
Find out more »Farmers Market
This year we’re bringing you the cream-of-the-crop to create an artisan market experience that only West Michigan could offer. You’ll find an eclectic mix of fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-crafted gifts. Rain or shine, we welcome you to join us at the Friday Farmers Market! - See more at: http://www.sc4a.org/Happenings/SCA-Farmer-s-Market.aspx#sthash.XECduSbA.dpuf
Find out more »Rodin and the Contemporary Figurative Tradition
Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) was among the most revolutionary figurative artists in history. Coinciding with the centenary of his death and his universal recognition as the most avant-garde sculptor of his age, this exhibition examines his relevance and vibrancy among Contemporary figurative sculptors. The exhibition will feature loans of Rodin's artwork as well as artwork from current figurative sculptors.
Find out more »Are you having trouble controlling what you eat?
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is an international fellowship of people who have experienced difficulties in life as a result of our relationship to food and eating. Our program of recovery is based on the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. We make use of AA principles to gain freedom from addictive eating. There are no dues, fees, […]
Find out more »The Haunt
Welcome to Your Nightmare! The Haunt has been West Michigan's choice for fear, since 2001. An all indoor haunted attraction, The Haunt offers 20,000 square feet of pure terror, through dark hallways and zombified nightmares. Are you ready to face your fears? Bring a friend. You don't want to do this alone.
Find out more »Happy Cat Yoga
It's the PURRfect workout!! Check out our NEW yoga packages and SAVE with our Punch Pass here: https://www.happycatcompany.com/happy-cat-yoga-packages/ The first hour is a guided yoga class in the cat lounge. After class, we will have a 30 minute social period with cats and refreshments. Tickets are $20 and include class, cat time, and refreshments. Please bring your own mat. All […]
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The Best of Rhymes, the Worst of Rhymes – Intro to Poetry
Some poetry rhymes and some doesn’t. Have you ever wanted to be a poet, but thought you didn’t have the gift for this form of writing? Well now’s the time, to come up with a rhyme or a piece of free verse (which doesn’t rhyme). Join us as we put our thoughts and feelings onto paper. You may be surprised […]
Find out more »Just Keep Strumming – Guitar 101
Have you always wanted to be a rockstar but don’t know how to play guitar? Well don’t fret, here’s your opportunity to learn a few chords and say you kind of know how to play guitar. Must sign up for all six classes (October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9) and provide your own guitar. Taught by Kyle Thompson […]
Find out more »Meet Up Mule & Mimosa Monday
Meet up with friends for $5 mules or $5 mimosas Mule Choices: $5 each London peach mule kentucky mule moscow mule michigan mule lavender mule Mimosa Choices: $5 each BWG mimosa blackberry mimosa strawberry mimosa white peach mimosa cranberry mimosa
Find out more »PopTueK
Come hang out at Billy's Lounge with DJs Steve Swift, Jay Vee, and Sean Boney as they mix all of your favorite hits from the first decade of the 2000's! The dance floor will be packed so get here early! 21+ Welcome NO COVER Before 11:00pm (SO GET HERE EARLY!!) $2 Cover after 11pm Drink Special 9PM-Midnight $1 off everything […]
Find out more »Double Date Night
We will make it easy to reconnect with old friends, neighbors or family with our Double Date Night! Two couples or four friends can enjoy a 3 course dinner for only $99.99. A minimum party of 4 people is required, and each additional person will be $25 (excludes tax & gratuity). Reservations are Required.
Find out more »Wicked
So Much Happened Before Dorothy Dropped In. WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz...but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the […]
Find out more »Drop-in Studio: Sculpture Challenge
Free for GRAM members, free with admission The next time you visit the Museum on a Saturday, drop in to GRAM Studio and enjoy hands-on art making and gallery activities. October's theme is Sculpture Challenge. Pick up a mystery bag of materials and assemble a unique sculpture using only what you find inside! We are able to offer this program […]
Find out more »Halloween On Croswell!
It is our very first Halloween at our Croswell location! Stop by during buisness hours beginning 10/25 to expereince our spooky showroom that will be decked out for the holiday! A great way to get inspired for your Halloween or Fall party decor! The Trick-Or-Treating in Gaslight Village & East Grand Rapids takes place on Tuesday, October 31st from 6pm-8pm. […]
Find out more »Halloween Weekend at Tavern on the Square
It's that time of the year again!!! Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday we will be throwing some of the biggest parties in town. There will be featured drink specials all weekend and a DJ every night. Thursday DJ Keller Shaw will be playing spooky music videos, Friday DJ Slim Tim will be blowing out ear drums with his spooky house […]
Find out more »Stella’s Funhouse of Fear
WHO DARES ENTER THE STELLA'S FUNHOUSE OF FEAR?????? Your favorite bar is throwing a FREE - NO-COVER party for your favorite holiday. Costumes highly encouraged. Freaky food specials. Scary-good drink features. Some other Halloween-related pun. Specials all day, starting at 11am Funhouse opens at 7pm* >Dancing starts at 10pm* No, you're not fat. That's just the funhouse mirrors. *Must be […]
Find out more »Freak Show Halloween Costume Party
The B.O.B., WLAV 96.9, WBBL 107.3, Hot FM 105.3, and Nash 94.5 present Freak Show at The B.O.B. Prepare to experience a delicious cocktail of amazement, fear and awe as you make your way through 5 floors of freaky frights, diabolical delights, 6 dance floors and 7 DJs. Advance Priority Passes are $15. Admission to Eve is an additional $10 […]
Find out more »Grand Rapids Halloween Party!
Live band, costume awards, specials all night, halloween give-aways, this is going to be fun!
Find out more »Halloween Party – OPEN to the Public
Open to the public, so invite all your friends! NO cover charge! Costumes are optional but encouraged. Prize for the best costume. DJ Music by RJ Entertainment from 8-12! Cash bar and snacks. ATM available & credit cards accepted.
Find out more »Halloween Party
Join us for our annual Halloween Party! Music by our favorite band Signal Point at 7:00pm! Costumes encouraged but not required! Always a great party! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! NO COVER CHARGE!!
Find out more »Saved By The 90’s – Halloween Party at The Intersection
SectionLive presents Saved by the 90s - Halloween Party at The Intersection with special guest Mike On My Radio from Mojo In The Morning on Saturday, October 28th 18+ w/ ID | Doors 8pm | Tickets $10 (First 200), $12 ADV / $15 DOS On sale now!
Find out more »Halloween Party 2017
It's time for our annual Halloween party! Grab your costumes, friends, and dancing shoes! We will have DJ Ru from Absolute Entertainment rocking Karaoke and Dance Music starting at 9pm! Drink Specials Costume Contest & Prizes at Midnight NO COVER 21+ ***Costume contest rules*** Anyone wishing to participate in the costume contest must sign up with DJ RU before 11pm! […]
Find out more »Halloween Party at The Knickerbocker
We're having a party; you're in for a scare. It's a Halloween Party, so dress up - if you dare. 8pm start, tricks and treats to consume. 10pm judging for our favorite costume. No tickets are needed, admission is free. Calling all GR goblins, to the Knickerbocker party.
Find out more »APT’s Annual Halloween Bash!
It's that time again! You're Invited to our annual Halloween Costume Contest! The more creative and creepy you can be can land you in first, second or third place! Judging starts at midnight. So make sure you get in early and sign up to win big.
Find out more »Zombie Nerf Hunt
Everyone loves Zombies, well we do! Come on out, half of the Jac is going to be spooky as heck! There will be zombies, epic sharpshooters trying to survive, and food! Invite your friends! We need zombies! Let us know if you wanna be one!
Find out more »Halloween Weekend At Rumors
It's Halloween Weekend at Rumors! Join us on Saturday for our Halloween Costume Contest with DJ Monica Parker and your host Batty Davis! Judging will begin at 12:30 with $500 in cash and prizes for the best costumes! On Sunday it's Fright Night - the Annual Rumors Halloween Show, hosted by Trixie V and Anna Mossity and featuring Dymond Denae, […]
Find out more »Halloween Party
Costume contests Drink Specials Raffle/Giveaways Music/Dancing Coffin Photo Booth
Find out more »Halloween Bash w/ Mike G/La Famiglia/DJ Omega Supreme
Saturday October 28th Doors at 8pm/Show at 9pm $10 Cover http://www.billyslounge.com (21+) La Famiglia A evening with The OG La Famiglia @billyslounge Saturday October 28th 2017! First time since Jan 2015 that Mike G has shared the front and center of a Stage with his brother 4nZIX! It shall be something special ! Not to mention they will have JDW […]
Find out more »Dinosaur Jr., Easy Action – LIVE at Founders
The legendary Dinosaur Jr performs at Founders Taproom on Saturday, October 28, 2017 with special guest Easy Action. *There are no advance tickets for this engagement. There is simply a $10 cover at the door, day-of-show only. Let's face facts -- in 2016 it is remarkable that there's a new Dinosaur Jr. album to go ape over. After all, the […]
Find out more »Crooked Heart / Those Hounds (DET) / Novice
FREE SHOW 10.28.2017 Music Starts 10pm (21+) mulliganspubgr.com Crooked Heart: Alternative/Progressive/Punk from America's High Five https://www.facebook.com/crookedheartband/ Those Hounds: Those Hounds are a fuzz/noise rock group from the Metro Detroit area of Michigan that were conceived in early 2014 from a prior two year span of sweat, decibels, and writing. https://www.facebook.com/thosehounds/ Novice: Post-hardcore band From Grand Rapids, MI. https://www.facebook.com/NoviceMI/ For More […]
Find out more »1:30 am
FSC Tower Club Haunted House – Catherine’s Creepy Carnival
Come on out for a spooktacular time! There is a not-so-scary route for the little ones and another one filled with more fright for those who are so brave! Join in the fun and wear your costume! All are welcome to this free event!
Find out more »12:00 pm
Volunteers Needed! Help Light Up Sparta’s Candy Cane Lane
There is nothing better than the feeling of making a difference! Join us to help hang lights in preperation for the Holiday Stroll for the Shop Sparta Event on Nov. 17. We will be meeting at the gazebo near the library TO DECORATE CANDY CANE LANE! For more information please email spartatownandcountryevents@gmail.com or call the Sparta Chamber at 887-2454 during […]
Find out more »1:00 pm
Wicked (Touring)
Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Thu, 15 Jun 2017 at 10:00 AM Wicked Presale : Tue, 6 Jun 2017 at 10:00 AM
Find out more »Día de los Muertos: Family Day
Kids and families can come to the library to listen to live music by Gabriel Estrada III, decorate sugar skulls, get their face painted, and enjoy a variety of other activities. Light refreshments will be served. Day of the Dead altars will be on display Saturday, October 28 – Wednesday, November 1, 2017. This event is sponsored by the Grand […]
Find out more »2:00 pm
Mysterious Spooks Family Expo & Trick or Treating Event
Sunday from 2-6pm Coffee n' Cannoli Podcast, Blaquiere Designz, Sempre Bella, Vissioni di Belezza - Visions of Beauty, ~Bella Famiglia's (Beautiful Families) of MICA~ as well as, Bella Bambinos Playdate Group is hosting and bringing to YOU our 1st ANNUAL Halloween themed event to Sparta Civic Center! Lots of FUN and SPOOKY great DEALS to be had on this SPOOKY […]
Find out more »3:00 pm
The Westside Rebellion with The Scants
$ 5.00 / Age 21 And Up Tickets: http://www.ticketweb.com/fb/7665585/tiptop
Find out more »4:00 pm
Live, In Person: Valentiger
Carefully crafted and effortlessly orchestrated, Valentiger's collective confidence is as deserved as it is tongue-in-cheek. Their infusion of wit and humor with an enlightened cultural outlook creates a product as reflective of their individual personalities as it is cloaked in surprising wisdom.
Find out more »6:00 pm
Stranger with Clowns – Halloween Party and beer launch
Like beer? Like Halloween? We thought you might. We are hosting another costume party and beer launch on Sunday, October 29th. When we open at noon we'll be releasing a tropical hop forward IPA called "Stranger with Clowns" -- it's being brewed with Amarillo, Wakatu, and Vic Secret hops. Later on (starting at 6pm) we will open up our beer […]
Find out more »7:00 pm
Sold Out – Ben Folds – Paper Airplane Request Tour
SOLD OUT Door Time: 7pm Show Time: 8pm Support: Tall Heights (*support acts subject to change) Ages: All Will-call/box office opens @ 5pm. Food & drink will be available in the venue. Get the best seats in the house + VIP amenities! Email MariahBouwkamp@LiveNation.com Parking: There are several garages, lots, and self-parking in the downtown area close to the venue. […]
Find out more »GRNow’s Boos + Brews: Haunted Tour with Bar Stops
Did you know that Grand Rapids has a pretty haunted past? Learn the chilling details while walking through downtown Grand Rapids. This tour makes pitstops at local bars and restaurants for beverages while on the tour. Once ticket is purchased, GRNow will email you the full tour with the list of stops. This is a rain or shine tour. Ticket $30 […]
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