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SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-08-17/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260817T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260817T193000
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SUMMARY:Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/pajama-time-hora-de-pijamas/2026-08-17/
LOCATION:grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch\, 2350 Eastern Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000660-1787157000-1787164200@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T023017Z
CREATED:20260624T022956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T023017Z
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SUMMARY:🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n  \nFree lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th\, 2026! \n\nEach week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.\n\nHere’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup \nMay 7 – Clarke\, Reed\, and Meadows \nMay 14 – MexiCuba \nMay 21 – The Temperances \nMay 28 – Hot Like Mars \nJun 4 – Na Bonsai \nJun 11 – Remnose \nJun 18 – Bleau Otis \nJun 25 – Tuvergen Band \nJul 2 – Mar In Color \nJul 9 – Morgan Haner \nJul 16 – SoSoHiFi \nJul 23 – Ark Laci \nJul 30 – Chris Bota Band \nAug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils \nAug 13 – Sabbatical Bob \nAug 20 – Tent \nAug 27 – Loren J. Clarke \nSept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase \nSept 10 – Pajamas \nSept 17 – Cabildo \nSept 24 – Aurora & Antheia
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%91%f0%9f%a4%9d%f0%9f%a7%91relax-at-rosa/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T120015Z
CREATED:20260716T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T120015Z
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SUMMARY:📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturdays\nat the GRPM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities\, dynamic demonstrations\, guided tours\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 heat by exploring the downtown corridor with us. In addition to the Unseen Oceans exhibit\, visitors can explore special themed activities almost every Saturday from June 13 to August 15. \nSummer Saturdays will focus on specific areas of science\, history\, and culture. Each Saturday will bring a different theme and perspective to Museum guests\, including celebrations of the new Riverfront space\, Unseen Oceans\, and the Grand River. Mark your calendars to join us for summer fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturday Themes\n\n\n\n\nFull descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening\nJune 20 – Unseen Oceans\nJune 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!\nJuly 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes\nJuly 18 – Exploring the Deep\nJuly 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance\nAugust 1 – Riverside Art\nAugust 8 – STEAM Day\nAugust 15 – Grand River Adventure
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9agrand-rapids-public-museum-summer-saturdays-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum\, 272 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115416Z
CREATED:20260716T115416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115416Z
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SUMMARY:📚Recycling Center Open Hours
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nSelf-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n\nIf you’d like a formal\, guided tour please request your recycling center tour.\n\n\n\n– Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n– Create upcycled crafts\n– Play with our recycling toys and games!\n– Explore our recycling and waste exhibits throughout the Recycling & Education Center\n– Have your recycling and disposal questions answered in-person by our Waste Reduction Educators\n– And more! \nSpend as much time as you’d like learning\, creating\, or interacting with staff to learn more about recycling and waste. \nPlease drop in during the designated hours of the scheduled event according to the schedule. \nThis event is perfect for: \n\nIndividuals that are curious as to how Kent County’s recycling program works and want to know what can be recycled\nFamilies and parents with young children looking for a casual experience\nChildcare providers or babysitters looking for fun activities to engage in\nOther small groups (around 12 or less) looking to explore the world of recycling such as homeschool groups\n\n 
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/recycling-center-open-hours-2/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Kent County Public Works\, 1045 Wealthy Street SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T113000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000661-1787563800-1787571000@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T212911Z
CREATED:20260518T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T212911Z
UID:10000505-1787596200-1787599800@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/pajama-time-hora-de-pijamas/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch\, 2350 Eastern Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T110000
DTSTAMP:20260128T155640Z
CREATED:20260128T154819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T155640Z
UID:10000432-1787648400-1787655600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Tots & Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers\, treat yourself! \nJoin us for a special monthly morning of play & connection with other toddlers & their grownups while you sip complimentary drinks from our GRCM Coffee Bar. \nMonthly on select dates from 9 am to 11 am.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/tots-coffee-club/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Children’s Museum\, 11 Sheldon Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T221526Z
CREATED:20260622T221526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T221526Z
UID:10000443-1787673600-1787680800@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:🎁Food Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Food Distribution event happening on set dates each month. \n*Please have your trunks open and do not block any driveways! \n 
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/food-distribution-2/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Hispanic Center of West Michigan\, 1204 Cesar Chavez Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
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SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T023017Z
CREATED:20260624T022956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T023017Z
UID:10000811-1787832000-1787837400@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n  \nFree lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th\, 2026! \n\nEach week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.\n\nHere’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup \nMay 7 – Clarke\, Reed\, and Meadows \nMay 14 – MexiCuba \nMay 21 – The Temperances \nMay 28 – Hot Like Mars \nJun 4 – Na Bonsai \nJun 11 – Remnose \nJun 18 – Bleau Otis \nJun 25 – Tuvergen Band \nJul 2 – Mar In Color \nJul 9 – Morgan Haner \nJul 16 – SoSoHiFi \nJul 23 – Ark Laci \nJul 30 – Chris Bota Band \nAug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils \nAug 13 – Sabbatical Bob \nAug 20 – Tent \nAug 27 – Loren J. Clarke \nSept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase \nSept 10 – Pajamas \nSept 17 – Cabildo \nSept 24 – Aurora & Antheia
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%91%f0%9f%a4%9d%f0%9f%a7%91relax-at-rosa/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T120015Z
CREATED:20260716T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T120015Z
UID:10000976-1788001200-1788015600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturdays\nat the GRPM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities\, dynamic demonstrations\, guided tours\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 heat by exploring the downtown corridor with us. In addition to the Unseen Oceans exhibit\, visitors can explore special themed activities almost every Saturday from June 13 to August 15. \nSummer Saturdays will focus on specific areas of science\, history\, and culture. Each Saturday will bring a different theme and perspective to Museum guests\, including celebrations of the new Riverfront space\, Unseen Oceans\, and the Grand River. Mark your calendars to join us for summer fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturday Themes\n\n\n\n\nFull descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening\nJune 20 – Unseen Oceans\nJune 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!\nJuly 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes\nJuly 18 – Exploring the Deep\nJuly 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance\nAugust 1 – Riverside Art\nAugust 8 – STEAM Day\nAugust 15 – Grand River Adventure
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9agrand-rapids-public-museum-summer-saturdays-2/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum\, 272 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115416Z
CREATED:20260716T115416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115416Z
UID:10000883-1788166800-1788177600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Recycling Center Open Hours
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nSelf-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n\nIf you’d like a formal\, guided tour please request your recycling center tour.\n\n\n\n– Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n– Create upcycled crafts\n– Play with our recycling toys and games!\n– Explore our recycling and waste exhibits throughout the Recycling & Education Center\n– Have your recycling and disposal questions answered in-person by our Waste Reduction Educators\n– And more! \nSpend as much time as you’d like learning\, creating\, or interacting with staff to learn more about recycling and waste. \nPlease drop in during the designated hours of the scheduled event according to the schedule. \nThis event is perfect for: \n\nIndividuals that are curious as to how Kent County’s recycling program works and want to know what can be recycled\nFamilies and parents with young children looking for a casual experience\nChildcare providers or babysitters looking for fun activities to engage in\nOther small groups (around 12 or less) looking to explore the world of recycling such as homeschool groups\n\n 
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/recycling-center-open-hours-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Kent County Public Works\, 1045 Wealthy Street SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T113000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000663-1788168600-1788175800@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T212911Z
CREATED:20260518T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T212911Z
UID:10000506-1788201000-1788204600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/pajama-time-hora-de-pijamas/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch\, 2350 Eastern Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260902T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260902T183000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000664-1788366600-1788373800@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T023017Z
CREATED:20260624T022956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T023017Z
UID:10000812-1788436800-1788442200@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n  \nFree lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th\, 2026! \n\nEach week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.\n\nHere’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup \nMay 7 – Clarke\, Reed\, and Meadows \nMay 14 – MexiCuba \nMay 21 – The Temperances \nMay 28 – Hot Like Mars \nJun 4 – Na Bonsai \nJun 11 – Remnose \nJun 18 – Bleau Otis \nJun 25 – Tuvergen Band \nJul 2 – Mar In Color \nJul 9 – Morgan Haner \nJul 16 – SoSoHiFi \nJul 23 – Ark Laci \nJul 30 – Chris Bota Band \nAug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils \nAug 13 – Sabbatical Bob \nAug 20 – Tent \nAug 27 – Loren J. Clarke \nSept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase \nSept 10 – Pajamas \nSept 17 – Cabildo \nSept 24 – Aurora & Antheia
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%91%f0%9f%a4%9d%f0%9f%a7%91relax-at-rosa/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T120015Z
CREATED:20260716T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T120015Z
UID:10000977-1788606000-1788620400@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturdays\nat the GRPM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities\, dynamic demonstrations\, guided tours\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 heat by exploring the downtown corridor with us. In addition to the Unseen Oceans exhibit\, visitors can explore special themed activities almost every Saturday from June 13 to August 15. \nSummer Saturdays will focus on specific areas of science\, history\, and culture. Each Saturday will bring a different theme and perspective to Museum guests\, including celebrations of the new Riverfront space\, Unseen Oceans\, and the Grand River. Mark your calendars to join us for summer fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturday Themes\n\n\n\n\nFull descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening\nJune 20 – Unseen Oceans\nJune 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!\nJuly 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes\nJuly 18 – Exploring the Deep\nJuly 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance\nAugust 1 – Riverside Art\nAugust 8 – STEAM Day\nAugust 15 – Grand River Adventure
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9agrand-rapids-public-museum-summer-saturdays-2/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum\, 272 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000665-1788773400-1788780600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T212911Z
CREATED:20260518T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T212911Z
UID:10000507-1788805800-1788809400@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/pajama-time-hora-de-pijamas/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch\, 2350 Eastern Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000666-1788971400-1788978600@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T023017Z
CREATED:20260624T022956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T023017Z
UID:10000813-1789041600-1789047000@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n  \nFree lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th\, 2026! \n\nEach week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.\n\nHere’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup \nMay 7 – Clarke\, Reed\, and Meadows \nMay 14 – MexiCuba \nMay 21 – The Temperances \nMay 28 – Hot Like Mars \nJun 4 – Na Bonsai \nJun 11 – Remnose \nJun 18 – Bleau Otis \nJun 25 – Tuvergen Band \nJul 2 – Mar In Color \nJul 9 – Morgan Haner \nJul 16 – SoSoHiFi \nJul 23 – Ark Laci \nJul 30 – Chris Bota Band \nAug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils \nAug 13 – Sabbatical Bob \nAug 20 – Tent \nAug 27 – Loren J. Clarke \nSept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase \nSept 10 – Pajamas \nSept 17 – Cabildo \nSept 24 – Aurora & Antheia
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%91%f0%9f%a4%9d%f0%9f%a7%91relax-at-rosa/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T120015Z
CREATED:20260716T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T120015Z
UID:10000978-1789210800-1789225200@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturdays\nat the GRPM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities\, dynamic demonstrations\, guided tours\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 heat by exploring the downtown corridor with us. In addition to the Unseen Oceans exhibit\, visitors can explore special themed activities almost every Saturday from June 13 to August 15. \nSummer Saturdays will focus on specific areas of science\, history\, and culture. Each Saturday will bring a different theme and perspective to Museum guests\, including celebrations of the new Riverfront space\, Unseen Oceans\, and the Grand River. Mark your calendars to join us for summer fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturday Themes\n\n\n\n\nFull descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening\nJune 20 – Unseen Oceans\nJune 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!\nJuly 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes\nJuly 18 – Exploring the Deep\nJuly 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance\nAugust 1 – Riverside Art\nAugust 8 – STEAM Day\nAugust 15 – Grand River Adventure
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9agrand-rapids-public-museum-summer-saturdays-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum\, 272 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115416Z
CREATED:20260716T115416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115416Z
UID:10000884-1789376400-1789387200@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Recycling Center Open Hours
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nSelf-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n\nIf you’d like a formal\, guided tour please request your recycling center tour.\n\n\n\n– Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line\n– Create upcycled crafts\n– Play with our recycling toys and games!\n– Explore our recycling and waste exhibits throughout the Recycling & Education Center\n– Have your recycling and disposal questions answered in-person by our Waste Reduction Educators\n– And more! \nSpend as much time as you’d like learning\, creating\, or interacting with staff to learn more about recycling and waste. \nPlease drop in during the designated hours of the scheduled event according to the schedule. \nThis event is perfect for: \n\nIndividuals that are curious as to how Kent County’s recycling program works and want to know what can be recycled\nFamilies and parents with young children looking for a casual experience\nChildcare providers or babysitters looking for fun activities to engage in\nOther small groups (around 12 or less) looking to explore the world of recycling such as homeschool groups\n\n 
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/recycling-center-open-hours-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Kent County Public Works\, 1045 Wealthy Street SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000667-1789378200-1789385400@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T212911Z
CREATED:20260518T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T212911Z
UID:10000508-1789410600-1789414200@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/pajama-time-hora-de-pijamas/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch\, 2350 Eastern Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260716T115646Z
CREATED:20260716T115645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T115646Z
UID:10000668-1789576200-1789583400@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:Let Them Play
DESCRIPTION:Let Them Play\n \nThis weekly drop-in time is designed for children of all ages along with their caregivers to explore the farm and deepen their connection to nature. The education garden\, pine grove and mud kitchen will be open for child-led\, self-guided\, unstructured play. Come engage all your senses – taste what’s ripe each week\, search for bugs and birds\, build a fort\, or cook up a mudpie. Staff will be available to answer questions as needed. Stop in the Welcome Shed for a map and instructions\, including our Visitor’s Guide.\n‍\nDates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23\n‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14\nCost: Free \nAt Plainsong Farm we are seeking to gather a community around good food\, good work\, and care for the earth and each other. Whether you’re looking to learn sustainable home economics\, looking for community\, or a place for your child to explore\, there is something for you.
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/let-them-play-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Plainsong Farm\, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plainsong Farm":MAILTO:hello@plainsongfarm.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T023017Z
CREATED:20260624T022956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T023017Z
UID:10000814-1789646400-1789651800@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n  \nFree lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th\, 2026! \n\nEach week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.\n\nHere’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup \nMay 7 – Clarke\, Reed\, and Meadows \nMay 14 – MexiCuba \nMay 21 – The Temperances \nMay 28 – Hot Like Mars \nJun 4 – Na Bonsai \nJun 11 – Remnose \nJun 18 – Bleau Otis \nJun 25 – Tuvergen Band \nJul 2 – Mar In Color \nJul 9 – Morgan Haner \nJul 16 – SoSoHiFi \nJul 23 – Ark Laci \nJul 30 – Chris Bota Band \nAug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils \nAug 13 – Sabbatical Bob \nAug 20 – Tent \nAug 27 – Loren J. Clarke \nSept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase \nSept 10 – Pajamas \nSept 17 – Cabildo \nSept 24 – Aurora & Antheia
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%91%f0%9f%a4%9d%f0%9f%a7%91relax-at-rosa/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T120015Z
CREATED:20260716T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T120015Z
UID:10000979-1789815600-1789830000@familyfutures.org
SUMMARY:📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Summer Saturdays\nat the GRPM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays at the Museum this Summer for special themed days full of hands-on activities\, dynamic demonstrations\, guided tours\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 heat by exploring the downtown corridor with us. In addition to the Unseen Oceans exhibit\, visitors can explore special themed activities almost every Saturday from June 13 to August 15. \nSummer Saturdays will focus on specific areas of science\, history\, and culture. Each Saturday will bring a different theme and perspective to Museum guests\, including celebrations of the new Riverfront space\, Unseen Oceans\, and the Grand River. Mark your calendars to join us for summer fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer Saturday Themes\n\n\n\n\nFull descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening\nJune 20 – Unseen Oceans\nJune 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!\nJuly 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes\nJuly 18 – Exploring the Deep\nJuly 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance\nAugust 1 – Riverside Art\nAugust 8 – STEAM Day\nAugust 15 – Grand River Adventure
URL:https://familyfutures.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9agrand-rapids-public-museum-summer-saturdays-2/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum\, 272 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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