This one’s for the pets: When you’re out for walkies, you obviously want to make sure you get noticed and approached. Wearing the latest styles or a snazzy collar means hellos, head scratches and belly rubs, so it’s important to keep up-to-date on your wardrobe. We’ve found some local shops that cater to your canine (and feline) closet. Woof!
The Grand Rapids Public Museum is offering free entry from 12 to 5 p.m. on July 16. Explore the fun, hands-on learning opportunities on all three floors by getting transported back to the 19th century streets Grand Rapids or the wildlife of Michigan at the West Michigan Habitat.
Carla Hill, the president and CEO of Muskegon’s West Michigan Symphony, is stepping down from her position.
Rock fans beware: Queens of the Stone Age will be performing at 20 Monroe Live on September 10th as part of their Villains 2017 World Tour.
Just announced: Rock and post-hardcore group Circa Survive will return to perform at Grand Rapids' The Pyramid Scheme on Aug. 12. Tickets will be on sale at 10 a.m on Friday, June 16.
Devos Performance Hall has just announced it is bringing the war to Grand Rapids — the War on the Catwalk, that is.
20 Monroe just announced six new shows, one of which features classical/pop artist Ben Folds in Ben Folds Five, who will perform on October, 29. His solo career has seen multiple studio albums, a remix collection, music for film and TV, an all acapella record along with numerous collaborations with a wide spectrum of artists.
For those of you who may be chained to her rhythm, get excited. This December, pop music sensation Katy Perry will be visiting Van Andel Arena as part of Witness: The Tour.
Digging deep into its place within the West Michigan music scene, The Intersection plans to expand its current location by renovating its lower level.
Aiming to start work in the very near future, The Intersection will open two new venue spaces underneath its existing building. The conversion is taking place sometime this summer, with plans to open both new venues by fall.
“This building is poised for a big comeback,” Melanie Dorshimer-Lewis said. “I’ve been told by several sound engineers that our sound is better than any room in the area, and our sight lines are phenomenal. That hasn’t changed. And that we would not mess with. You don’t mess with magic when you’ve got that.”
Now best-known as the host of CNN’s Emmy-nominated docuseries United Shades of America, sociopolitical comedian and community activist W. Kamau Bell wants to make people learn as well as laugh. Himself included.
Next month, the ultimate tribute to Michael Jackson is coming to Grand Rapids.
Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo just announced its 2017-2018 Lake Michigan Mailers Spotlight Series, which showcases a list comprised of many popular and exciting shows.
Mark your calendars: This fall, legendary Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band will be making a pit stop in Grand Rapids.
