Most children enjoy summer and all of the fun and activities it offers. Children who are sick with cancer do not have the same opportunities to enjoy summer the way healthy children do. In fact, many of them suffer from depression because they are unable to participate in common summer activities Camp Sparkle in Grand… Read More »
Outdoor artist Maggie Bandstra will join four other artists who will be featured on several billboards throughout Grand Rapids and other areas of Michigan. Over 20 artists submitted artwork as an audition for the billboards, which are planned to promote Michigan tourism. The five artists chosen were the ones who stood out the most and… Read More »
The water surfaces on the great lakes, including Lake Michigan are on the rise. A recent study tested the temperatures of the great lakes and compared them to the temperatures from last year. The study found that the temperatures had increased three degrees. It is not uncommon for temperatures to vary over the years and the rise in… Read More »
Are you in need of a relaxing hotel room and a cold beer after enjoying last weekend’s July 4th activities? Grand Rapids has the perfect solution. There are numerous hotels offering beer and hotel packages and when you choose one, you can rest, relax and leave feeling refreshed. Beer tourism is big in Grand Rapids… Read More »
It’s boating season in Michigan and while most boaters know how to drive their boats and conduct themselves safely, there are always a few people who get a little too rowdy or distracted and have to ruin things for everyone else. Boating accidents are common in Michigan and have become such a problem that the… Read More »
Donating blood is a great way to help your community and could potentially save someone’s life. Blood donations are necessary in order to keep blood on hand for accidents, transplants, transfusions and other medical emergencies and problems that could result in a lot of blood loss. If you want to help this holiday weekend, stop… Read More »
Do you enjoy a good beer? Do you have your favorite one that you enjoy time and time again? How often do you try new beers or craft beers? Not everyone is willing to try craft beers, but if you haven’t, now is the time. July is craft beer month in Grand Rapids and the… Read More »
Have you ever wanted to see the inside of an authentic Japanese Teahouse? Now is your chance. The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is opening its teahouse doors and inviting the public inside to check it all out. View the interior and exterior design as well as the amazing artwork, furniture, décor and details.… Read More »
Would you attempt to paddle across Lake Michigan? Although only a lake, Lake Michigan can rough currents, tides and waves and can feel more like an ocean to a small vessel. Still, a group of five men recently accomplished the task with paddleboards. They decided to cross the lake in a bid to raise money… Read More »
A unique healing center for children will soon open in Grand Rapids and designers are calling it one of a kind. The facility will act as a year round recreational center for children who are sick or recovering from a severe illness or injury. It will be called the Childrens Healing Center and it promises to… Read More »
