Events
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Baxter Summer Series: Family Field Day at Joe Taylor Park
Joe Taylor Park 1001 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Summer Series is a number of events for the Baxter Neighborhood hosted at Joe Taylor Park. On July 27th, it's Family Field Day- free to all! Entertainment, food, and beverages will be provided. We hope to see you there!
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Day of Play Celebration at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us for the 7th Annual “Day of Play” Celebration on Sunday, July 28, 2024 from 11am-4pm at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. This community outreach initiative began with a proclamation by Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, and is designed to encourage children and families to celebrate PLAY! We're celebrating this special day by bringing […]
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Kids Day at the Zoo
John Ball Zoo 1300 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThis annual event is fun for the whole family, with admission to John Ball Zoo for just $5 per person! It features special guest characters from PBS KIDS shows, as well as live entertainment, games, giveaways, interactive activities, and of course…animals! And 2024 will feature an amazing dinosaur exhibit in the Zoo!
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Mommy & Me: Education for Life
Grace's Table 909 Watson St. SW, Grand Rapids, MIAt the Mommy & Me Education Event you will get to fill a backpack with school supplies and goodies, connect wtih community partners offering paretn & child resources, and enjoy walking tacos! This event is for teen mamas ages 13-24 and their children. ID required at event check-in. Have questions? Reach out to Laura (616) […]
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National Night Out-West Grand Neighborhood Organization
Richmond Park 963 Richmond St NW, Grand Rapids, MINational Night Out is a fun night to get out to meet your neighbors and discover resources that are available in the community. There will be food trucks, games, resources, and so much more!
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National Night Out-Roberto Clemente Park
Roberto Clemente Park 546 Rumsey St SW, Grand Rapids, MINational Night Out is an annual community-building event that promotes police & community partnerships to make our neighborhoods safer and more connected places to live. This is a free event open to the entire community that includes food, entertainment, kid’s activities, resources and giveaways!
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National Night Out is Going to the Dogs!
Lincoln Park 231 Marion Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us as we honor GRPS's K-9 Unit & dog walkers who help keep an eye on the neighborhood. Bring your furry friend for a night of fun and enter the Talent Show or the Funniest-Dressed Contest!
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Family Field Day
United Methodist Community House 904 Sheldon Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MIFun for the whole family! Free food, games, face painting, & resource vendors!
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Backpacks & Beats
ICCF 400 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE Suite 100, Grand Rapids, MIICCF Community Homes will be inviting our residents & nearby neighbors to attend a back-to-school event this August. Families will have the opportunity to receive free school supplies, snacks, and resources while enjoying kid-friendly activities.
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Summer Reading Celebration
Mulick Park 1632 Sylvan Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MICelebrate summer with the Grand Rapids Public Library, ReadGR, and WZZM-13 On Your Side. Join us for stories, free book giveaways, snacks, craft activities, lawn games, and special guests. Sign up for GRPL’s Summer Reading Challenge during this free event series designed for all ages.
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Open House Buchanan Elementary
Buchanan Elementary 1775 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MIWe can't wait to see you all at our Open House! ¡Estamos ansiosos por verlos a todos en Nuestra Casa abierta! Meet your teacher & tour the school. Resource Vendors and more!
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Family Fiesta
Roberto Clemente Park 546 Rumsey St SW, Grand Rapids, MIRoosevelt Park Advocates will be hosting the 11th annual “Family Fiesta” on Friday, August 16, 2024 in Roberto Clemente Park from 4:30pm-7:30pm. This year’s event will celebrate an amazing decade of Family Fiesta events as well as include many fun, free, and family-friendly activities. This exciting event brings together families from SW Grand Rapids and […]
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