Events

Two festive, family-friendly summer celebrations on Wednesday, July 29 and Thursday, August 13! Kent County South Community Fest When: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Brewer Park, 399 84th St SE Byron Center, MI 49315 Kent County North Community Fest When: Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Kent County North […]

Bring the whole family for music and fun in Downtown Sparta! Bring your own chairs and blankets and relax in the wonderful summer weather with your family and friends! Concerts in the Park are scheduled for Wednesdays at 6:30pm, May 13 through August 12. *Dates and times are subject to change, check the Facebook page […]

Enjoy favorite books, rhymes, music and all the fun of a library storytime in the great outdoors with the Bookmobile librarians. Afterward, play in the park and stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest library materials. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled […]

Critter Barn's Traveling Farm will feature hands-on fun, entertainment and education. Critter Barn July 20th | 10:30am - 12:30pm Wyoming Branch Jul 21st | 10:00am - 12:00pm Cascade Township Branch Jul 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm Nelson Township Branch Saturday, July 25, 10:30am–12:00pm Tyrone Township Branch Wednesday, July 29, 1:00pm–3:00pm Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch Saturday, August […]

Summer Saturdays at the GRPM Join us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities, dynamic demonstrations, guided tours, and more! The Grand Rapids Public Museum is continuing Summer Saturdays for a second year, expanding engagement opportunities to beat the heat inside the Museum or to embrace the […]

KENT COUNTY YOUTH FAIR The Kent County Youth Fair (KCYF) is a community-focused event dedicated to fostering character and leadership in young individuals with an interest in agriculture. The fair provides nearly 1,000 exhibitors and over 40,000 patrons with opportunities to engage in various events that enhance presentation skills, demonstrate dedication to agriculture, and showcase […]

These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what is there to see and do during Recycling Center Open Hours? Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line If you'd like a formal, […]