Farm Market Recipe of the Week: Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
As the Michigan asparagus season wraps up, here is a recipe to try with the popular early summertime veggie. Pick some up at this week’s Metro Health Farmers Market.
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It’s a once-in-a-lifetime Monday
Does this Monday (today) feel extra long to you? It should. It’s the summer solstice, the longest day of the year… AND a strawberry full moon, to boot.
By:Maranda Park Parties kick off in Wyoming, include Kentwood location
Area residents get two opportunities to attend a Maranda Park Party with Wyoming kicking off the six-weeks this Thursday and East Kentwood High School hosting one July 21.
By:‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Rocks Mason Street Warehouse’s Stage
Grand Rapids native Joe Carroll helps bring to life the story of the legendary meeting between Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and John Cash in Saugatuck Center for the Art’s presentation of “Million Dollar Quartet.”
By:Heavenly Hvar, Croatia
Hvar is glitzy and high-rolling, and it’s where the yachting crowd comes to see and be seen. On Hvar, you might go for a morning stroll and be so mesmerized by the scenery, that you’re still in the same spot at sunset.
By:Meijer Gardens Japanese Garden: drum beats signal continued growth on first anniversary
One part of the newest slogan for Meijer Gardens is “Always Growing” – which is apt on the upcoming first anniversary of The Richard & [Read More]
By:Review: Of Monsters and Men at Meijer Gardens
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park’s Summer Concert series is well underway as Iceland’s Of Monster and Men roll through with lots more to come including The Goo Goo Dolls, Jay Leno and Los Lonely Boys.
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ArtPrize sees an increase in artists, venues for 2016 event
About 2,124 artists and artist groups have registered for ArtPrize Eight which is about 475 more than for last year’s event. Artists matching with venues ends June 23.
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Cutlerville puts on its party hat for its annual community celebration
One comment 44 years ago led to the birth of the Cutlerville Days, which this year are June 10 and 11. The founders, Wes and Mary Douma will be this year’s grand marshals.
By:Captivating Croatia: Zadar and Krka
Renting a car in Croatia is one of the best ways to see the countryside and get around. The roads are good, and directions are easy to follow. And the accommodations are very affordable, especially if you’re on a budget.
By:Grand Rapids Public Museum explores the science of beer
There is more to beer than it coming out of a bar tap. During the summer, the Grand Rapids Public Museum with Brewery Vivant host three special classes that explore the science behind the beverage that has made Grand Rapids Beer City USA.
By:Music, movies, food — Kentwood has it all for its Summer Entertainment Series
The city of Kentwood combined its summer concert series and movies-in-the-park program and then added some local food trucks to create the ultimate summer entertainment series.
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Happy birthday! GR Children’s Museum celebrates its 19th year
The GRCM celebrates its 19th year with a Birthday Party Celebration on July 31st. The event dovetails with GRCM’s newest exhibit, BOXES, which opened May 24 and runs through August.
By:In love with Croatia: From A to Zagreb
Zagreb, Croatia is a great mix of old and new, including old peeling walls, beautiful churches and a bustling square.
By:War zone: Local re-enactors bring the history of the Civil War to life
Head north to check out the Lakeshore Museum’s Heritage Landing in Whitehall where Civil War re-enactors will be bringing history to life.
By:Meijer Gardens concerts: The Monkees now open season; nine dates still have tickets
The Monkees will be the popular outdoor venue’s opening act on Wednesday June 8 – and contrary to Grand Rapids-area urban legend, the show is one of nine concerts that still have at least a few tickets available.
By:Where can you see The Verve Pipe for free? Wyoming’s Concerts in the Park
The Verve Pipe kicks of the free 11-concert series that will include 14 bands on Tuesday, May 31, at Lamar Park.
By:Michigan’s largest amusement park celebrates its diamond jubliee
To help mark its 60th anniversary, Michigan’s Adventure celebrates its beginnings as a deer park by having deer return to the Funland Farm. Michigan’s Adventure will also host an Instagram sweepstakes allowing guests to share memories from past seasons.
By:Grand Rapids Public Museum goes blue…as in the Blue Star Museums program
Starting on Memorial Day, the Grand Rapids Public Museum will be part of the Blue Star Museums initiative that provides free admission free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families.
By:What to bring when you travel: The eternal dilemma
The hardest part of my trip is that moment each time I move (which is frequent) when I try to zip my backpack closed, because as light as I’ve packed, I still have too much stuff.
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Flint pediatrician sees ripples of hope in water crisis
It was Dr. Mona who raised the alarm about the harmful lead levels seen in Flint-area children after the emergency manager ordered a switch to untreated Flint River water in April 2014.
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The ‘Imperial March’ storms through Grand Rapids
I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to attend a performance of music of the great John Williams by the Grand Rapids Symphony and the Grand Rapids Choir.
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Mr. Sid’s Wednesday Morning 2016 Travel Series at Marge’s Donut Den
Take time on Wednesday mornings to travel with Sid Lenger at Marge’s Donut Den to places where Sid and his wife Beulah traveled to and documented on video.
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