Things to do

FAMILY

Gratitude Steel Band: Caribbean Fun Time

07/15/2009 - 06/03/2010

713 Bridge NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Guaranteed to get you dancing, singing and smiling for the first downbeat, this talented band performs reggae, calypso, the Limbo, the Cha-Cha Slide, the Macarena and, of course, the Conga Line!

FAMILY

Storytimes, Babytimes, and Toddler Times!

09/30/2009 - 11/21/2009

Grand Rapids Public Library-All Branches 111 Library St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Storytimes! Join us for stories, songs and play activities! Main Library Saturdays at 11:00 am October 3 - November 21 Madison Square Branch Thursdays at 6:00 p.m...

COMMUNITY

TRAUMA SUPPORT GROUP

01/07/2009 - 12/02/2009

1840 Wealthy SE Grand Rapids, 49503

H.O.P.E. -- Helping Others Peacefully Evolve -- TRAUMA SUPPORT GROUP held the 1st Wednesday of every month at Saint Mary's Southwest, Red Cedar Room, 2373 - 64th St. in Byron Center and the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Spectrum Health Blodgett, Guild Room, 1840 Wealthy SE in Grand Rapids.

DANCE

Line Dancing

01/16/2009 - 12/12/2009

375 Main Street Coopersville, 49404

Boot, Scoot, and Boogie on down to the Coopersville Farm Museum Friday nights to learn to line dance. Join Helen Walters as she teaches a variety of dances step by step. Great for begginers as well as those who have been dancing for years!

FAMILY

SENSORY TOURS AT JOHN BALL ZOO

04/10/2009 - 04/09/2010

1300 W. Fulton Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Twillight tours at the Zoo! Learn how to look, listen, taste, feel and smell just like the nocturnal animals do! Fee is only $6.00 per person. Sign up at click here - Click on "Education" then "Parents"

Henry Moore: Master Printmaker

10/09/2009 - 01/03/2010

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 49505

The Lillian Heidenberg Gift to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park October 9, 2009 – January 3, 2010 Although celebrated globally as one of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century, Henry Moore (1898 -1986) was also a master draftsman and printmaker...

ARTS

Lynn Chadwick: In Contact (Sculpture Exhibition)

10/09/2009 - 01/03/2010

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 49505

Lynn Chadwick (1914-2003) was one of several talented British sculptors who burst upon the international art scene in the late 1950s. He established a critically acclaimed body of work that continued to develop well into the late 20th century...

ARTS, FAMILY

Shape and Form: Fun with Abstraction

11/14/2009 - 11/21/2009

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 49505

November 14 and 21, 1–3 PM Uncover a new skill while having fun making artwork based on Lynn Chadwick: In Contact. Make an abstract sculpture using shapes made from wood or clay, and experiment with plaster-like materials—much like Chadwick did—as you create your sculptures...

FAMILY

Holiday Activities on Tuesday Evenings at Meijer Gardens

11/17/2009 - 12/22/2009

49505

Meijer Gardens is open late on Tuesday evenings! During our “Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around The World” exhibition, holiday activities will occur from 6-8 PM including: performances by The Original Dickens Carolers, Santa visits, art activities for families...

FAMILY

Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World

11/18/2009 - 01/10/2010

49505

Experience the most magical time of year as Meijer Gardens transforms into a world of winter magic with the glow of 300,000 lights, more than 40 captivating international trees and displays, strolling carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides and more surprises than can fit under the tree...

MUSIC

Grand Rapids Symphony presents "Thanksgiving Spirit"

11/20/2009 8:00 PM

DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave Grand Rapids , MI 49503

Part of the Richard and Helen DeVos classical series with conductor David Lockington and cellist Daniel Muller-Schott. This concert will include: MOZART, Symphony No. 31 (Paris) MAHLER, “Adagio” from symphony No. 10 DVORAK, Cello Concerto Single Tickets start at $18. Go to grsymphony.....