Posts by Jessica Kirkwood
Awesome Grand Rapids Area Christmas Lights!
One of our family traditions is to drive around and look at Christmas lights around town. Our personal family favorite is the Saddle Ridge development in Rockford off of Edgerton near 11 Mile. There are 2 homes that have dancing lights and they are awesome!! You may have also seen on the news the 5…
Read MoreArtPrize 2017 Preview Week is here!
Get a head start, beat the crowds and head downtown GR to ArtPrize. Although is doesn’t officially start until the 20th, there is still plenty of art to be seen this weekend. With this beautiful weather and less crowds this weekend would be a great time to spend in our amazing city! The GRAM and…
Read MoreAre you looking for something different to do this weekend? Herb & Gourd Fest!
This weekend Fredrick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park they will be having a Herb & Gourd Fest! I have to say I have never heard of a festival all about herbs and gourd, but it sure sounds interesting! You will learn tips on how to grow, use and preserve herbs and gourds. They will have…
Read MoreCommunity Fundraiser for Rockford’s Corner Bar August 19th!
As many of you know, the iconic Corner Bar in Rockford had a massive fire on Monday, August 14th. In efforts to come together as a community many businesses will be donating a portion of their sales to go to the Corner Bar on Saturday, August 19th. Naming this weekend Rockford Community Days. There will…
Read MoreIt’s Restaurant Week (11 days actually) in GR!! August 9-20th!
Have you ever participated in Restaurant Week? So many amazing menus to choose from, over 60+ restaurants to choose from offering both lunch and dinner specials. Did you know that Grand Rapids was recently named World’s #2 Food/Beverage Destination Experience? All the more reason to check it out! What a GREAT city we live in!…
Read MoreStar Wars Day at the Air Zoo this Saturday Aug. 5th
Do you have a Star Wars fan in your house? This Saturday is Star Wars day at the Air Zoo in Portage. Recently my children went with their grandparent to see what the Air Zoo was all about, and they were amazed at how awesome it is. They are eager to go back. And tomorrow…
Read MoreGrand Haven Coast Guard Festival starts today!!
From tribute bands to cardboard boat races to the craft fair, there is something for everyone at the Coast Guard Festival! Held in the beautiful beach town of Grand Haven also named Coast Guard City, USA. This festival runs from July 28th to August 6th, come down to celebrate and honor those who have served.…
Read MoreAre you planning a trip to the U.P.? Stop at the Mystery Spot on the way!
If you have never been to the Mystery Spot in Saint Ignace, it is definitely a must see! Not only do they have tours of the building with “unlevel” walls and floors, you can even walk on the walls! The crew has many demonstrations that will leave you wondering how these things could possibly happen,…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year already~The Santa Claus Parade is this Saturday!
Can it be already?! Although the weather has been fairly warm the past week, sounds like it will feel more like winter tomorrow just in time for the Santa Claus parade! Starts at 9am, Saturday Nov. 19th on Monroe Ave, Downtown Grand Rapids. Grab a chair and enjoy the 2nd largest parade in Michigan! http://www.santaparadegr.com/
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