Good morning, Grand Rapids. I’m Jenny and this is my first time writing an issue of Calder News.
I’m excited to get to know you and share what’s happening around town. We’ll have lots of time to get to know each other, so without further ado, let’s get to it.
—Jenny F.
Business News Of The Week
Presented by: Independent Bank
🍣 Popular Food Truck Gets Storefront
After years of operating at the Asian Pacific Festival and other food truck events, Adobo Boy is set to celebrate its brick-and-mortar grand opening. Located at 4492 Plainfield Ave NE the restaurant is opening on Saturday (4/18).
Halo-halo from Adobo Boy
🎲 Kobold’s Kitchen Coming to Creston
A new restaurant and game lounge called Kobold’s Kitchen is coming to the Creston neighborhood very soon. The location is opening in the former Fat Boy restaurant across from the Dollar General.
🌭 New Gourmet Hot Dogs
We’re getting a new gourmet hot dog shop on the SE side of town. Set to open at 900 Hall St. SE, The Urban Dog is expected to open this summer.
Explore the Flexibility of Your Home’s Equity
Independent Bank has a new Zero-Fee* Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) that could give you the flexibility you’re looking for to make your next big purchase, consolidate debt, or take your dream vacation. Learn more today.
The Digest
A briefing of local news that matters
Community
Neighbors Save Parking Spots on Wealthy
Last year, the city of Grand Rapids announced a plan to remove many parking spaces in Eastown. Residents and businesses voiced their concerns, noting that without parking spaces, it would be harder for people to enjoy all Eastown has to offer. The city listened and changed its plans. See more details.
Education
Superintendent Search Begins for GRPS
Dr. Leadriane Roby has been the Superintendent at Grand Rapids Public Schools since 2020, but her reign is coming to an end in June 2027. In order to fill this important role, GRPS will bring on a firm to find eligible candidates to replace her. Follow the journey here.
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Free Job Workshop
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Interested in a new career? Take advantage of the free job search workshop on Tuesday, April 21.
Hosted at The Kindred Event Center, this all-day event will cover topics like revamping your resume and will feature speakers from some of the area’s biggest brands, like SpartanNash, Wolverine Worldwide, and more.
To make sure you start your job search journey off on the right foot, they are even offering free professional headshots for attendees, so come looking your best.
Lunch is included, as well, and while everything is free, they do ask that you register ahead of time. Find more details here.
Talk Of The Town
🎤 Meijer Gardens Summer Concerts Are Back
Meijer Gardens released its list of upcoming summer concerts recently. Their outdoor amphitheater will host 34 concerts over the course of the summer with artists like the recurrent O.A.R. to newcomers like Lucy Dacus and KALEO. Tickets go on sale for FMG members on Saturday and are released to the public April 24. Learn more here.
🍰 New Baking Collective Opening on Alpine
Construction has started at 2255 Alpine Ave NW for The Crumb Collective Bakery. This will be a cooperative space that small-batch bakers can use to create delicious confections and share them with the community.
🎨 Cocoon Art Space Is Moving
Cocoon Art Space has closed up its shop on Division, but the party is not over. It will reopen in a new location on May 1. Swing by their new spot on 1509 Lake Dr SE for all your art and artisans good needs.
🍦Love’s Ice Cream Opening More Locations
Who doesn’t love Love’s Ice Cream? Once only available at the Downtown Market, this summer, you’ll be able to get Love’s at its new year-round Ada location or when enjoying an event at Acrisure Amphitheater.
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What’s Happening?
Friday, April 17th
Dial M for Murder | GR Civic Theatre | (Fri - Sun) Various times | $30+
Fluorescent Mineral Expo | Kentwood Parks and Rec. | 2 PM - 8 PM | ?
Presto- Family Friendly Magic Show | Wealthy Theatre | 7 PM | $33
Grand Rapids Rise vs. Indy Ignite | Van Andel Arena | 7 PM | $19
Disney’s The Lion King | DeVos Performance Hall | 7:30 PM | $100 (Cheaper shows between now and 4/26)
Comedian: Kathleen Madigan | GLC Live | 7:30 PM | $50+
Comedian: Mad About | The BOB | 8 PM | ?
Saturday, April 18th
Celebrate Earth Day | Kentwood KDL | 10 AM | Free
Basic Dry Wall & Plaster Repair | Home Repair Services | 10 AM - 12 PM | Free
Comstock Park Spring Carnival | Pine Island Elementary | 12 PM | $5
Earth Day Fest + Repair Fair | City High Middle | 12 PM | Free
Eastown Art Crawl | Wealthy St. | 12 PM
Crow Party: Trinket Trading | 1008 Leonard St. | 5 PM | ?
Eat. Drink. Be Merry! | St. Cecilia Music Center | 6 PM | $65
LGBTQ+ Adult Prom | Watermark Country Club | 6 PM | ?
WE THEM ONES COMEDY TOUR | Van Andel Arena | 8 PM | $75
Sunday, April 19th
Grand Raggidy Roller Derby: Skate Party | GR Skate & Event Center | 12 PM | $15
Community Clothing Swap | 1008 Leonard | 2 PM | Free
STOMP | Forest Hills Fine Art Center | 7 PM | $38
Comedy: Fatal Femmes All | Fulton St. Pub | 7 PM | Free
Live Music
Friday, April 17th
In Color | The Stache | 7 PM | $22
Brena Live | Rapid River Stillhouse | 7 PM | Free
Kathleen Madigan | GLC Live | 7:30 PM | $52
DUUNES x Runner and Bobby | Founders Brewing | 8 PM | Free
Manic Focus + SunSquabi | Elevation | 8 PM | $31+
Igor and Red Elvises | Tip Top | 8 PM | $28
Kavic & Prim | Broad Leaf Underground | 8:30 PM | Free
AniMayhem! | Billy’s Lounge | 9 PM | $12
Justin Wierenga | Speciation Cellars | 9 PM | Free
Kyndred | BackForty Saloon | 9 PM | Free
Steeple Hill Band | Firebird Bar GR | 9 PM | $5
Manic Focus | The Intersection | 9 PM | $30+
O Odious Ones and Friends | Mulligan’s Pub | 10 PM | Free
Big Shrimp | The Philmore | 10 PM | $13
Saturday, April 18th
Calvin University's Jazz Band | New City Fellowship | 6 PM | Free
Lorna Shore | GLC Live | 6 PM | $86+
Glassfield | Pux Cider | 6 PM | $10
Colby Acuff | The Stache | 6:30 PM | $22
Nathan Walton | Rapid River Stillhouse | 7 PM | $5
The Jess and Joe Duo | Trial Point Brewing | 7 PM | Free
False Harbor | Chicago Beef Joint | 7 PM | $12
Daniel Staggs and The Critters | Tip Top | 8 PM | $15
Nashville Nights | Back Forty Saloon | 9 PM | Free
Sunday, April 19th
Dance w/ the dead, Magic Sword, Megan DcDuffie | Pyramid Scheme | 8 PM | $37
*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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