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Taste of East adds flavor to EGR’s social district

For generations, food festivals have offered cities a way to put local restaurants, businesses and community life on display.

A ‘ruff’ day at the office

There’s a new four-legged team member making the rounds at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, and he’s already turning heads.

The Honeytones to headline Rockford benefit concert

The Honeytones will take the stage Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Rockford’s Garden Club Park for an evening of music with an international mission.

Weekend Spotlight: Enchanted Woods & Fae Ball — goats optional

Knights in shining armor. Wizards. Fairies. Fire jugglers. Princesses. Ladies in waiting. Performance art. Dancing.

GRPM: Still buzzing with adventure

Families looking for one last dose of fun before the school year begins have plenty of reasons to head downtown.

One block of wood, four generations, 120 years

West Michigan was already becoming a manufacturing powerhouse when Louis Fuller started making bowls in North Muskegon in 1906.

Downtown Market gets creative with its weekend lineup

Downtown Market is full of beans — literally — this weekend, along with plenty of art, food, music and reasons to stick around.

City to offer clean slate at 5th annual expungement event

The City of Grand Rapids will host its fifth annual Clean Slate GR: Expungement Fair on Aug. 22, at the MLK Community Center.

18th annual Rhythm Run returns to Ottawa Hills

The annual Rhythm Run 5K and Health Fair returns to Ottawa Hills Park on Saturday, Aug. 15.

Wealthy Theatre marks 115 years of bringing people together

For 115 years, Wealthy Theatre has been a place where Grand Rapids residents have gathered to be entertained, inspired, informed and, perhaps most importantly, connected.

Planetarium pairs stellar visuals with new listening experience

What happens when you combine a planetarium, spectacular night-sky imagery and a brand-new album?

30 shows to see before you say goodbye to summer

August feels like an entire month of the Sunday Scaries, wrapped up in the dread that summer's ending and you still haven't checked off the fun stuff.

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JULY/AUGUST 2026 ISSUE

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What’s Cooking?

One of the great privileges of my job and my life is how much I get to travel, and when I do, I put a premium on cultural experiences and especially experiences around food.

A slice of Culture

I’ve always believed cheese deserves more than a supporting role on the plate. So when a shop dedicated entirely to cheese landed on my radar, I knew I had to investigate.

Lovejoy opens in Holland

I wish I were Lucas Grill’s cousin – because then his grandma could be my grandma, too. And, if I were lucky, some of his delightful memories of her would also be mine.

Recipe: Blueberry sangria + a mocktail

Here's a local twist on a time honored traditional Spanish drink—sangria! 

One block of wood, four generations, 120 years

West Michigan was already becoming a manufacturing powerhouse when Louis Fuller started making bowls in North Muskegon in 1906.

City to offer clean slate at 5th annual expungement event

The City of Grand Rapids will host its fifth annual Clean Slate GR: Expungement Fair on Aug. 22, at the MLK Community Center.

Wealthy Theatre marks 115 years of bringing people together

For 115 years, Wealthy Theatre has been a place where Grand Rapids residents have gathered to be entertained, inspired, informed and, perhaps most importantly, connected.

Comedic timing

One night about a year or so ago at Dr. Grins Comedy Club, the crowd barely had time to catch its breath between punchlines.

A ‘ruff’ day at the office

There’s a new four-legged team member making the rounds at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, and he’s already turning heads.

Mathnasium helps students flex their math muscle

Back-to-school season often brings renewed anxiety for kids who struggle with math — and a search for extra support.

Need a vision or blood pressure check?

Grand Rapids residents can take advantage of free vision and blood pressure screenings next week during a community health fair hosted by Cherry Health in recognition of National Health Center Week.

Art of Glass

Dale Chihuly’s relationship with the Meijer family dates back to the early 2000s, and over the years, his work has become a familiar and much-anticipated presence at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Weekend Spotlight: Enchanted Woods & Fae Ball — goats optional

Knights in shining armor. Wizards. Fairies. Fire jugglers. Princesses. Ladies in waiting. Performance art. Dancing.

Downtown Market gets creative with its weekend lineup

Downtown Market is full of beans — literally — this weekend, along with plenty of art, food, music and reasons to stick around.

30 shows to see before you say goodbye to summer

August feels like an entire month of the Sunday Scaries, wrapped up in the dread that summer's ending and you still haven't checked off the fun stuff.

Weekend spotlight: Up and Atom with the Marathon

Join The Marathon with special guest DJ Cat Dad for an evening of meticulously recreated ’80s New Wave favorites.

Creston Garden Tour returns with 13 properties to explore

For seven years, the Creston Garden Tour has invited visitors to see the neighborhood through a different lens—one shaped by native plants, backyard harvests, cottage-inspired designs and the personal touches of the gardeners who nurture them.

Gotta try: Glamping among the treetops!

West Michigan abounds with Mother Nature’s blessings. Ottawa County’s parks enhance those blessings.