Grand Rapids Michigan Jazz at the Zoo – Monday Nights 2010

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Grand Rapids Michigan Jazz at the Zoo – Monday Nights 2010

Begins Monday June 14, 2010 – John Ball Park Band Shell

From 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the The John Ball Park Band Shell,

The West Michigan Jazz Society will be featuring local bands

and talent Monday nights. Free admission, although the hat

is passed for donations because the park is requiring liability

insurance for the group to perform and parking attendants.

So, grab a blanket, food, or purchase food at the event, and

enjoy local jazz at its best.

The 10th Jazz at the Zoo Summer 2010:

June 14, 2010 –Mary Rademacher w/ the Mark Kahny Quartet

June 21, 2010 – River City Jazz Band w/ Kathy Wagner

June 28, 2010 – Fred Knapp Quartet w/ Ben Jannson

July 5, 2010 – Western Michigan University Tribute Band w/

Evan & Edye Hyde

July 12, 2010 – Grupo Aye – Latin Jazz Band

July 19, 2010 – Arno & Randy Marsh Quartet

July 26, 2010 – Tom Hagen Quintet

August 2, 2010 – Michelle Covington w/ Scott Bell Quartet

August 9, 2010 – Claudia Schmidt w/ Quartet

August 16, 2010 – Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra

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Grand Rapids GRAM Free Music Concerts – Friday Nights Summer 2010

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is hosting free Music Concerts

on the Terrace Stage Friday nights this summer.

Starting on June 11th and running until August 27th, 2010 every

Friday night from 7-9 pm. Access to the Terrace Stage is free,

downtown market kiosks, plus food and beverages will be available.

Outdoor sketching, games for all ages and wonderful West Michigan

summer evenings in an urban setting – with live music!

The line up for Friday Nights at GRAM

Outdoor Summer Music Series – Summer 2010

June 11 La Famiglia – Hip Hop

June 18 DJ Brandon Hill – Techno

June 25 Groove Merchant – Urban Beats

July 2 End of Times Orchestra – Prog Rock

July 9 Chosen – R & B featuring Daniel Richardson

and Kathy LeMar

July 16 Pangea – Steel Drum Band

July 30 Side Pocket – Fusion

July 30 Big Organ – Organ Trio featuring Randy Marsh

Aug 6 David Hardin – Americana

Aug 13 Fainting Generals – Pop Rock

Aug 20 Bill Sears – Jazz Saxophone

Aug 27 An Dro – Celtic

The fun begins at 5 pm, music starts at 7 pm.

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Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids

Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community,

great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and

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We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Blues on the Mall 2010 – Rosa Parks Circle Grand Rapids MI

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Blues on the Mall 2010 – Rosa Parks Circle Grand Rapids MI

Presented by WLAV FREE Summer Outdoor Blues Concerts

on the Mall in downtown Grand Rapids at Rosa Parks Circle.

Some of the best blues bands performing today will be getting

on the stage here in Grand Rapids .

Get yourself over hump day this summer by listening to the

Blues on Wednesdays and enjoying the music “plein aire”

First of 2 70 minute sets starts at 6:30 pm

June 9, 2010 – Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials

June 16, 2010 – Duke Robillard

June 23, 2010 – Janiva Magness

June 30, 2010 – Vasti Jackson

July 7, 2010 – Jimmy Thackeray

July 14, 2010 – Tommy Castro

July 21, 2009 – Homemade Jamz’

July 28, 2009 – Sonny Moorman

August 4, 2009 – Carl Weathersby

August 11, 2009 – John Lee Hooker, Jr

Food & Merchandise Available

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater

Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids

Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community,

great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and

entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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East Grand Rapids Michigan Reeds Lake Art Festival – June 19, 2010

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

East Grand Rapids Michigan Reeds Lake Art Festival – June 19, 2010

From 9 AM to 5 PM, East Grand Rapids Michigan will transform its

Lakeside Park into a feast for the art lover. The annual Reeds Lake

Clothesline Art Festival will be held at John Collins Park in East

Grand Rapids, Saturday, June 19th, 2010.

This juried art fair, put on by and for Grand Valley Artists is a

local favorite because of the picturesque lakeside venue and the

wonderful selection of jewelry, photography, glass, pottery,

painting, watercolors, sculpture and more.

This year the festival is celebrating their 45th anniversary.

There is public parking in the ramp near the Regatta Plaza,

which is a short walk from the site and in the middle of the

Wealthy Street merchants and restaurants in Gaslight Village.

Held rain or shine.

Over 140 artists from all over the country. Some will be old favorites,

others will be new to West Michigan. If art tickles your interests, or

you have a blank spot looking for that special piece….come out on

Saturday, June 29th, 2010 to East Grand Rapids Clothesline Art Fair.

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Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community,

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Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Arts in Ada Festival ~ May 15th 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 Arts Council

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

While you are in Ada, it would be a great time to check out the

boutiques and specialty shops here. Ada has unique stores with

unusual items and fantastic restaurants.

Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

Movies in the Park are back this summer! East Grand Rapids Parks

and Recreation Dept in cooperation with the Kent District Library

and Macatawa Bank are showing 4 different FREE movies this summer

at John Collins Park on the shores of Reeds Lake. (weather permitting)

A large 30 foot inflatable screen will be the backdrop on Friday

evenings. These Free Family Friendly Events are back for the 4th year!

A hotdog or snack is available at The Mac Shack – which are

donating the proceeds to the Waterfront Park Project – Phase One.

The KDL Teen Group will be selling popcorn and candy to benefit teen

library programs.

The 2010 Movie Schedule is:

Friday July 16 Bedtime Stories starts at 9:20 pm

Friday July 3 – The Princess & The Frog – starts at 9:10 pm

Friday August 13 – Up starts at 8:50 pm

Friday August 27 – Imagine That starts at 8:30 pm

Summer Movie & Concert Hotline 940-4800 ext 300

So grab your blanket and/ or lawn chairs head out to the park early to

get your place.

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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West Michigan Tri-River Museum Tour Spring Into the Past

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

West Michigan Tri-River Museum Tour Spring Into the Past

The eighth Annual Tri River Museum Network will open their tour

of small museums in West Michigan on Saturday, Sunday May 1 & 2,

2010 from 11 am to 5 pm.

Admission to all 18 museums is free during the promotional event,

designed to generate interest in the local historical societies and

their offerings. Local museums on the tour include Averill Historical

Museum and restored barn in Ada; Cascade Museum, located in a

town hall built in 1898, Fallasburg Historical Village with a a one

room schoolhouse and Lowell Historical Museum featuring a virtual

tour and Victorian rooms.

Ada Historical Museum

Cascade Township Historical Museum

Lowell Historical Museum

Other Highlights along the tour are historical churches, a Masonic Temple,

a Gleaners Hall, restored train depots, restored Victorian Home, military

museum, a dormitory that house girls who worked in silk factories, a

restored storefront, and a historic village encompassing 300 acres.

Each museum has a little different local historical memorabilia and local

records on display. Maps and additional information can obtained at any

of the museums taking part in the “Spring Into the Past” Tour.

Google Map & List of Tri River Museums

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Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

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Grand Rapids Michigan Frederick Meijer Garden Sets Summer 2010 Concert Schedule

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Grand Rapids Michigan Frederick Meijer Garden Sets Summer 2010 Concert Schedule

Frederick Meijer Gardens Summer 2010 Concert Series

May 25 to August 25 2010

Meijer Gardens has a fabulous, intimate amphitheater in a

spectacular outdoor setting for it’s summer concert series.

The 2010 line up has been released to the public. Tickets

are available to Members first in a Pre-Sale, and go on sale

to the general public on May 15th. The events are usually

sold out, so buy your tickets early.

The line up this year has something for everyone – from World, Rock

to Blues and little Comedy & Country.

Doobie Brothers May 21st, 2010

Bela Fleck, Zakir Hussain & Edgar Meyer June 10th, 2010

Kenny Loggins June 16th , 2010

Buddy Guy w/ JJ Grey & Mofro June 17th, 2010

The Levon Helm Band June 30th, 2010

Mary Chapin Carpenter July 9th, 2010

Umphrey’s McGee July 16th, 2010

Indigo Girls July 25th, 2010

Natalie Merchant July 26th, 2010

Chris Isaak w/ Marc Boussard July 29th, 2010

Natalie McMaster August 5th, 2010

Lyle Lovett & His Large Band August 7th, 2010

Melissa Etheridge August 9th, 2010

A Prairie Home Companion w/
Garrison Keillor “Summer Love” Tour August 11th, 2010

George Thorogood & The Destroyers August 15th, 2010

Brandi Carlile August 25th, 2010

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Cheryl Wheeler Concert at Fifth Third Ballpark April 10, 2010

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

The inimitable Cheryl Wheeler is coming to Grand Rapids this week!

In concert at Fifth Third Ball Park on Saturday, April 10th, 2010.

Gates open at 6:30 pm, concert starts at 7:30 pm.

Special guest Nicholas James Thomasma

Part of the Pepsi Stadium Club Concert Series

Never heard of Cheryl Wheeler?

Cheryl is a prolific songwriter and talented performer. You have

probably heard her songs. She is very respected by her peers, as many

of them have recorded her songs.

Chery’s songs have been covered by artists as diverse as Dan Seals,

Peter Paul and Mary, Kenny Loggins, Garth Brooks, Suzy Boggus,

Melanie, Bette Midler, Maura O’Connell, Sylvia, Kathy Mattea, and

Holly Near. If they think she is great, then maybe you should find

out why they are fans.

Tickets are $20.00 Parking is free.

Cheryl’s website Tickets online

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Free Whitecaps Exhibition Game Kicks Off 2010 Season

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

The West Michigan White Caps will kick off their 2010 season

with a FREE exhibition game with Grand Valley State University

on Wednesday , April 7th, at 6 pm at Fifth Third Ballpark.

The official Whitecaps baseball season begins on Thursday,

April 8 at Lake County, OH. The first home game is scheduled

for Sunday April 11th against the 2009 Midwest League Champion

Fort Wayne TinCaps at 2 pm. This is also Family Day

– Kids Eat Free – sponsored by Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.

They are sponsoring 2 of these events in April.

You can go to the website www.whitecapsbaseball.com for ticket information.

Admission to this event is free.

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Category Archives: Grand Rapids Michigan Events

Grand Rapids Michigan Jazz at the Zoo – Monday Nights 2010

Grand Rapids Michigan Jazz at the Zoo – Monday Nights 2010

Begins Monday June 14, 2010 – John Ball Park Band Shell

Grand Rapids GRAM Free Music Concerts – Friday Nights Summer 2010

Blues on the Mall 2010 – Rosa Parks Circle Grand Rapids MI

East Grand Rapids Michigan Reeds Lake Art Festival – June 19, 2010

East Grand Rapids Michigan Reeds Lake Art Festival – June 19, 2010

Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

Summer Movie & Concert Hotline 940-4800 ext 300

West Michigan Tri-River Museum Tour Spring Into the Past

West Michigan Tri-River Museum Tour Spring Into the Past

Grand Rapids Michigan Frederick Meijer Garden Sets Summer 2010 Concert Schedule

Grand Rapids Michigan Frederick Meijer Garden Sets Summer 2010 Concert Schedule

Cheryl Wheeler Concert at Fifth Third Ballpark April 10, 2010

Free Whitecaps Exhibition Game Kicks Off 2010 Season