Michigan Day Trippers – Saugatuck Michigan

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Michigan Day Trippers – Saugatuck Michigan

This issue of our Michigan Day Trippers is about Saugatuck, Michigan.

If you haven’t made a visit to the quaint and historic village of Saugatuck,

you are missing an experience. Saugatuck is a popular resort and shopping

destination since the late 1800s. Saugatuck has a small town feeling,

interesting architecture, an active artist community, unique shops, and

all within walking distance. You can play golf, lay on the beach, go sailing

or just walk around town and enjoy the atmosphere.

Saugatuck hasn’t been “malled.” The restaurants and local pubs serve up

great fare, whether you want a cup of soup, a full course dinner, or just

want some ice cream to wash down that fudge.

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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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West Michigan Living – A Perfect First Day of Summer

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

It doesn’t get much better than this. A perfect day on Glen Lake in northern

Michigan. Just over the dune in the distance is Lake Michigan, which provided

our fresh grilled whitefish for supper.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Michigan Free Fishing Weekend June 12-13, 2010

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Michigan Free Fishing Weekend June 12- 13, 2010

As summer in Michigan approaches, Michiganders start to

gravitate toward the 11,037 inland lakes, 36,350 miles of rivers

or streams, or the 3288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline available

for recreation in Michigan [ Included are 12,000 miles

of trout waters]. In fact, there is so much water

available, that wherever you are in Michigan, you are never

more than 6 miles away from a body of water.

If you have fond memories of fishing with your Dad or grand-

parents, then why not create your own memories this weekend?

The Michigan Dept of Natural Resources has declared that you can

fish in any Michigan inland or Great Lakes waters for all species of

fish – without a license – this weekend.

Please note that all fishing regulations still apply.

And don’t forget about safety. You are still required to follow

all watercraft laws. So, get out the poles, grab some bait,

and get fishing!
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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Lowell M Riverboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Lowell MI Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Lowell is a pretty little city on the Flat River just east of Ada &

Grand Rapids. In fact, it takes us about fifteen minutes to drive there,

which we do quite often.

Lowell ShowBoat Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series 2010

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 bring

your own chair.

The Flat River Grill is offering food and a cash bar, as well as other

vendors along the Riverwalk plaza.

NOTE: Construction on the Flat River Bridge in the center of Lowell will

complicate parking and traffic as it only goes one way – east – at this point.

The detour takes you out to Grand River Drive and then back to M 42 on

the return trip west to Grand Rapids.

Summer Concert Line Up Thursday Nights June 17th – August 26th

June 17th – Bronk Brothers Band – ( Rockin’ Hillbilly)

June 24th – Kathy Lamar & the Bob Van Stee Trio ( Jazz, R & B, Blues)

July 1st – Boogie Woogie Babies – (a 1940’s Musical Revue)

July 8th – Madcap, Kane and Maxwell Street (Acoustic Blues- American Roots)

July 15th – Alive and Well ( Classic Rock/Pop)

July 23rd – River City Jazz Ensemble – ( Jazz)

July 30th – Lynn Thompson Band (eclectic)

Aug 6 th – Eyde Evans Hyde & MacNaughton Trio (Jazz, Blues. Pop)

Aug 13th- No Show at Riverwalk – 4-H Fair – Performing at the Fair

The Black Canyon Bluegrass Band ; Patchwork Bluegrass Band

Aug 20th – Dewsouth – (Rockin’ Country)

Aug 26th – Argentucky Blues Band – ( Blues)

As you can see by this photo, there is an awesome shade tree to sit

under, over by the river or in the bleachers. A great line up of local talent for

your summer enjoyment. Come on out and enjoy an evening in Lowell, Michigan.

Lowell Area Arts Council and Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce are

joint sponsors. More information on their web sites.

If you would like information about Grand Rapids, Ada or Lowell Homes,

please contact me directly: toll free at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

or terry@terrywestbrook.com

Photos of Lowell Showboat Concerts 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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Old or New – Michigan Attractions are Unique

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Old or New – Michigan Attractions are Unique

We all like to take a stroll down memory lane.

This video shows Michigan back before our childhood days. It was filmed

in 1949 as part of James A. Fitzpatrick’s Travel Talks. Take a look at our

bathing beauties, the “Bear Man” and our stunning Michigan scenery.

The areas shown have grown and changed but the appeal of

Michigan is still being promoted to tourists today. And they come by

the thousands to see our unique treasures, such as Sleeping Bear Dunes

on Lake Michigan. This area is now a National Park and dune buggies

are prohibited on the fragile dune landscape.

Mackinaw Island has attracted people since early times, the original

residents here in Michigan; the Ojibiwa, the French, the English, and

tourists have been coming here since Victorian times.

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Thanks for visiting with us in Michigan along this vintage highway

to the past. We hope you decide to visit us in person real soon.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

Winter at Frederick Meijer Gardens Sculpture Park Grand Rapids Michigan

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Winter at Frederick Meijer Gardens Sculpture Park Grand Rapids Michigan

We invite you to visit our world famous Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We will share our recent snowy winter scenes with you. It usually doesn’t look like this until January or February, but it certainly is getting us in the Holiday mood. This is just a sampling of the 200+ sculptures that are here at the park permanently.

If you get a chance to visit Grand Rapids, don’t miss the Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Former President Jimmy Carter called it a “National Treasure.” We would love to have you come for a visit and see for yourself.

More photos of Meijer Gardens

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Grand Rapids Michigan is Snoooooow Fun!

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Grand Rapids Michigan is Snoooooow Fun!

If life gives you lemons…make lemonade. Well, the residents of Grand

Rapids Michigan don’t need lemonade lessons or snow fun lessons, either.

With the surprise snowfall of about 10 inches and a couple more inches added

yesterday, we have SNOW!! When you put kids & a day off school together,

you get lots of Snow Fun!!

The best sledding hills are where you find them…this one is on a nearby

church backyard.

Lots of energy is being spent here, the low carbon emission type,

perfect for that hot cocoa remedy for cold hands, feet, and faces.

When the uphill climb gets slower and slower, it is a sure signal that it is

time to pack up your gear and head home.

A neighbor made this impromptu snowman. I love the innovative

hat.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Grand Rapids Michigan First Snow of 2009

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Grand Rapids Michigan First Snow of 2009

I guess I am still a kid at heart. What a thrill to wake up and see the

white crystals of snow coating everything in sight! Needless to say,

with the amount of snow we received, it is a “Snow Day” for most

of the kids in Grand Rapids area. While it is not inconvenient for me,

it is for most people. Roads are slippery, traffic is slow and commute

times are much longer than our normal speedy travel.

I took a few photos so you can see what we woke up to in GR this

morning.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Front Doors Say Hello…..

Posted on November 15, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Front Doors Say Hello…..

Front doors are the first impression that visitors and passersby

get of your home. We all make instant judgments about a home’s

interior when we see the front door, just like we do about a person

we first meet. If you want to make a good first impression, you

should make sure your front door and front entrance as attractive and welcoming

as possible.

I have a fascination with front doors. I drive by homes and look at the front door

or front entry. I love to see a home with a touch of personality or a piece of

artwork displayed by the front door. This immediately lets you know if you have something

in common with the home’s owner, like a love of cats or dogs.

This front door reminds me of castle. I saw several doorways similar to

this in England inside the castle walls. Even though it is unadorned, it

has architectural style and the twin lights would be welcoming at night.

Holidays and seasonal decorating are especially fruitful for my

voyeuristic entertainment. I especially like the his and hers

well-dressed scarecrows guarding this front door.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Fall in East Grand Rapids Michigan

Posted on November 10, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Fall in East Grand Rapids Michigan

We enjoy autumn in Michigan, it is one of our favorite seasons.

The fall colors, the crisp fall air, football games, crisp crunchy apples are

just a few of the wonderful things about fall in Michigan.

While the autumn colors on the trees are a thing of beauty, they quickly become

a much detested chore to clean up. Raking leaves on a beautiful fall day

is fun for about 30 minutes. On a blustery cold, rainy day, it is a miserable

chore, a never ending job to complete. The leaves fall like rain, and will

take a few days to 2 weeks to completely leave the trees.

If you live in the city of East Grand Rapids, Michigan, this isn’t such a

chore because the city will contract to remove your leaves for you. All you

have to do is get them to the curb.

As you can see in these photos of a few streets in East Grand Rapids, many

leaves are at the curb, ready to be picked up and composted. A sure sign of

fall in these neighborhoods.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Category Archives: Michigan Photos

Michigan Day Trippers – Saugatuck Michigan

West Michigan Living – A Perfect First Day of Summer

Michigan Free Fishing Weekend June 12-13, 2010

Lowell M Riverboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Lowell MI Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Lowell ShowBoat Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series 2010

Old or New – Michigan Attractions are Unique

Old or New – Michigan Attractions are Unique

Winter at Frederick Meijer Gardens Sculpture Park Grand Rapids Michigan

Grand Rapids Michigan is Snoooooow Fun!

Grand Rapids Michigan is Snoooooow Fun!

Grand Rapids Michigan First Snow of 2009

Grand Rapids Michigan First Snow of 2009

Front Doors Say Hello…..

Front Doors Say Hello…..

Fall in East Grand Rapids Michigan

Fall in East Grand Rapids Michigan