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Good morning, Grand Rapids. I’m LeQwane and this is Calder News — your go-to spot for everything happening in the city.
In today’s newsletter, you’ll get news on the demolition happening on the 28th, e-scooters, and information on things happening around town.
But before we get into all that…
I’m not sure if you’ve seen it, but we are in for some beautiful weather this week. We’re inching toward the 70s folks! 😎
Whether you can enjoy the weather this week or not— I hope you have a productive week!
~LeQwane L.
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The Digest
A briefing of local news that matters
Development
Demolition Makes Room For New Meijer Gas Station
Have you been on 28th lately? Because the former headquarters of the Christian Reformed Church of North America on 28th and Kalamazoo is becoming a Meijer gas station. Meijer purchased the property last year for ~$7 million. And has started its demolition to make room for its new store and gas station. What’ll happen to the existing gas station steps away? It’ll be demolished as well. | Read more about the new store here
Transportation
E-Scooter Usage Surges
Grand Rapids is heading into its 3rd year providing e-scooters and e-bikes across the city — similar to the DASH, ridership has increased every year since the service launched. And with the city offering reduced fares, e-scooters are seemingly here to say. | Read more about micro-mobility in Grand Rapids
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Community Feature
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Talk Of The Town
Interesting happenings around town
🥕 Creston Farmer Market Returns
This June, the Creston Farmers Market is coming back for its second season. The market’s organizers have launched a new Instagram and Facebook page. And announced they’ll be sharing more information soon.
🐯 Detroit Tigers Memorabilia Exhibit
A new Detroit Tigers memorabilia exhibit is set to open at Grand Rapids Public Museum on April 4th. The exhibit will feature 1,200 autographed baseballs, Tiger Stadium seats, and an interactive game.
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What’s Happening?
Preview: Events —> Live Music
Monday, March 10th
Comedy Night | Founders | 6 PM - 8 PM | Free
Trivia Night | The Score, Michigan Moonshine Distillery | 6:30 PM, 7 PM | Free
Tuesday, March 11th
Discount Tuesdays | AMC Theaters | Various Times | AMC Stubs members can enjoy movies at a lowered price, free popcorn refills, and discounted food
Open Mic | Founders | 6 PM - 8 PM | Free
Intro to Sewing Class | Public Thread | 6 PM - 8:30 PM | $65 | Special 1-day introductory sewing class. Sewing 100 is a workshop to teach you the very basics of sewing
Comedy Night | Garage Bar | 7 PM | Free
Trivia Night | New Holland | 7 PM | Free
Wednesday, March 12th
Trivia Night | Stella’s Lounge, Harmony Brewing | 6:30 PM, 7 PM | Free
GR Griffin vs Hartford Wolf Pack | Van Andel Arena | 7 PM | Starting at $19
Open Mic Comedy | River City Saloon | 9 PM | Free
Live Music
Wednesday, March 12th
Flamingosis | The Stache | 7 PM | Starting at $18
*Shows are subject to change, but that’s show biz.
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