Posts Tagged ‘ grand rapids ’

28th Street Metro Cruise A Success For Grand Rapids

The 28th Street Metro Cruise was held in Grand Rapids over the weekend and attracted a fairly large crowd. The car show included numerous makes, modes and styles of vehicles with unique paint jobs, exhausts, sound systems and more.  The car show was a 2-day event and all car were on display by Saturday. In addition to offering guests a… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 24 2015

Grand Rapids Skate Park Gets Rave Reviews

The new skate park at Westown Commons in Grand Rapids is drawing all kind of attention and a lot of positive reviews. Many of the parks in Grand Rapids are being or have already been updated this summer and the new skate park at Westown Commons is an example of the type of upgrades residents can… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 20 2015

New Grand Rapids Hotel May Combine Two Brands

Grand Rapids will be getting a new hotel and it may combine two different brands for a unique and impressive experience. Peter Beukema, chief operating officer of the hotel project is hoping that two hotels will be willing to merge to create one 300-room hotel in downtown Grand Rapids. He would not release the names… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 17 2015

Historic Grand Rapids Restaurant Gets An Update

Mangiamo! on Lake Drive is one of the most historic restaurants in Grand Rapid and although many people love it charm and style, the owner decided to give it a new look. The update includes a new menu as well. “The menu has changed almost completely in the last year, year and a half,” says… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 14 2015

Grand Rapids Plans New Pedestrian Bridge

The city of Grand Rapids is planning to construct a new pedestrian bridge that will cross the Mississippi River. The construction is planned for 2017. The new bridge will not only offer something unique for residents and visitors, but will also help improve the look of the area. It is expected to bring more people… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 13 2015

Grand Rapid H.S. Band To Perform At Fill The Hill Event

The Grand Rapids High School band will be performing at the annual Fill The Hill event on Tuesday evening.  The event takes place   on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. at Grand Rapids High School’s Noble Hall Field. The show is called  “Re…member Us” and will feature music such as “1812 Overture” for REverse, “Fur… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 11 2015

Cherry Park Adds Splash Pad For Reopening

Cherry Park is officially opened again and their is a new attractions that parents and child alike can enjoy. The splash pad is the park’s newest addition but is just one of many that were added during the renovation that cost nearly $380,000. The park also has new benches, bike loops, a drinking fountain, landscaping… Read More »

  • Posted on: Aug 3 2015

The Beach Boys And The Temptations In Grand Rapids On July 31st

The Beach Boys and The Temptations both have long lists of hits and have been making music and entertaining fans for decades. Now you can catch both acts in Grand Rapids on July 31st at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Tickets are still on sale and cost $77 for the general public. Both… Read More »

  • Posted on: Jul 30 2015

Summer Sundress Ladies Night Out At Melting Pot Of Grand Rapids

Looking for something fun to do with your girlfriends this week? Head on over to the Melting Pot of Grand Rapids and enjoy  the Summer Sundress Ladies Night Out event. This event will feature drink and food specials as well as vendors and entertainment. Cost is only $19.95 per person. The menu includes three courses… Read More »

  • Posted on: Jul 29 2015