Good morning, Grand Rapids!
To all the parents, how are you holding up for Spring Break?
~LeQwane L.
The Digest
A briefing of local news that matters
Public
Reserve Parking Downtown
Grand Rapids is rolling out a new parking reservation system that will let you book a spot in a city ramp before heading downtown for an event. The city approved a one-year deal with ParkMobile, and officials hope to have the new option live by the end of April. | Learn more
Health
Michigan’s First Kid Mental Behavioral Center
Pine Rest has opened a new $98 million pediatric behavioral health center on its Gaines Township campus, adding 66 inpatient beds and what it says is Michigan’s first urgent care center focused on children’s mental health. The new facility will serve kids and teens from across the state, with inpatient care starting March 23rd and more outpatient services launching March 30th. | Learn more
Traffic
9 New Traffic Circles Coming
Grand Rapids is adding nine new traffic circles this summer to help slow drivers in neighborhoods where residents have raised concerns about speeding. Five are planned for the 2nd Ward and four for the 3rd Ward, with construction expected to run from June through August and each intersection closing for about a week during installation. | Here’s where they’re going
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Local Brewery Gets Artsy
Looking for a low-key Saturday night plan?
Harmony Brewing is hosting a free drop-in arts and crafts night on March 28th from 9 to 11 PM, led by local arts group Hot Glue Creux.
There will be hands-on projects, DJs, board games, and a more relaxed late-night vibe, plus $12 pitchers if you want to make a full night of it.
Also, if you can’t make this one, the event is part of a monthly series happening on the last Saturday of each month
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Talk Of The Town
⚽ Amway Stadium Logo Reveal
How about it, the Amway Stadium is unveiling its logo next week, Tuesday at Kusterer Brauhaus. In addition to that, there will be a watch party for the USA vs. Portugal match.
🍔 WM White Caps Showcase New Menu
With opening day less than 1 month away (April 7th), the West Michigan Whitecaps have announced their food menu for the season. The “Wave ‘N’ Save” menu features 8 items for just $5. View the full menu here.
Opening:
🍿 Robinson’s Popcorn → On Saturday, the popular gourmet popcorn company Robinson’s Popcorn is opening its new location at Tanger Outlet with prepacked bags
Closing
🏈 Fowling Warehouse → After 8 years, the Fowling Warehouse is set to close its GR location
What’s Happening?
Friday, March 20th
CreativeMornings: Local with Alita Kelly | Bamboo Grand Rapids | 8:30 AM | Free
Monster Jam | Van Andel Arena | (Fri - Sun) 5x show times | $25+
Break It Down - Make It Better | Bamboo | (Fri - Sat) Various times | $25+
Mountain Bike Spring Kick Off Party | Rockford Bike Shop | 6 PM | Free
SILVA Spoon Variety Show | The Big Room | 7 PM | $10
The Wizard of Oz (GR JR Ballet) | Peter Martin Wege Theatre | (Fri - Sun) Various times | $28
Laugh & Hip Hop | The Philmore | 8 PM | $28
Saturday, March 21st
Record & CD Show | American Legion Post 179 | 9 AM | Free\
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament | Kent ISD | 9:30 AM | $5 (Free spectators)
Makerspace Open House | Grand River Makerspace | 10 AM | Free
Easter Egg-Stravaganza | New City Fellowship | 10 AM | Free
Chilly Blues & Brews | The BOB | 11 AM - 4 PM | Free ($11 to taste)
Fatherhood, Paper Airplanes, and Pizza | 2 PM - 5 PM | Free
Human Stories, Breathtaking Ballet | St. Cecilia Music Center | 2 PM | $45
Make a Wooden Bread Knife | Grand River Makerspace | 3 PM - 6 PM | $62
Whiskey Festival | DeVos Place | 6 PM | $49
A Modern Day Magic Show | Wealthy Theatre | 6 PM, 8 PM | $30
Comedy Night Fundraiser | GLC Live | 7 PM | $12
Sunday, March 22nd
Adult Book Fair | Braod Leaf Brewery | 12 PM | Free
Monday, March 23rd
Millennial-ish Co-Ed Dinner | Social Misfits | 6 PM | ?
Women’s Only DIY Drywall Workshop | Home Repair Services | 6 PM | Free
Live Music
Friday, March 20th
Big Nick & the Rhythm Kings | Horrocks Market | 5 PM | Free
Sam Barber | GLC Live | 6:30 PM | $150+
Vultures: A John Mayer Experience | The Lit | (Fri - Sat) 7 PM | $17
The Last Call Band | Tip Top | 7 PM | $7
Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony | DeVos Performance Hall | 7:30 PM | $28
Picture Songs | Alger Park Church | 7:30 PM | ?
Summer Camp: On The Road | The Stache | 8 PM | $15
Weekend ComeBack | Home (The BOB) | 9 PM | Free
Saturday, March 21st
Yacht Rocket | Horrocks Market | 5 PM | Free
Sincerely Yours, Pauli Murray | Fountain St. Church | 6 PM | Free
Vlad Tovbin w/ Third Coast Swing | The Old Goat | 6 PM | Free
Battle of the Bands! | The Stray | 6:30 PM | $11
Jason Eller | Garage Bar | 7 PM | Free
Borrowed Time | Rapid River Stillhouse | 7 PM | Free
Daniel Staggs and The Critters | Chicago Beef Joint | 7 PM | $10
Electric Feels | The Intersection | 8 PM | $2
Watershed Ramblers | Tip Top | 8 PM | ?
Union Guns | Woodys Press Box | 9 PM | Free
SilentBark | FireBird Bar | 9:30 PM | Free
Fermented Plague, Zarochi, & Godstine | Mulligan’s Pub | 10 PM | Free
Sunday, March 22nd
Two Piece, Pure Bliss, Recount, Southover, Anaconda Vice, Decay | Four Star Theatre | 6 PM | $15+
Secondhand Serenade: Awake - 20 Year Anniversary + Tom Ritchie | The Pyramid Scheme | 8 PM | $33
Monday, March 23rd
Katt Holiday and John Sanger | Tip Top | 7 PM | $12
*Shows are subject to change, but that’s show biz.
Outside The Plaza
Quick hits of news from cities around Grand Rapids
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