Family Futures

Parent Cafe
2026-05-21 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | GRCCT, 1530 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507
Join fellow caregivers at GRCCT for a Parent Cafe on the third Thursday of the month! This is an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with other caregivers from different walks of life. Cafes are a fun and engaging way for caregivers to feel supported, heard, and safe to share their needs. If you are interested or have questions, reach out to Veronica Cook- vcook@bethany.org.

Signup for Free Pool Passes DEADLINE / Pases de Piscina Gratuitos - La Fecha Limite
2026-05-25 | MI
Si requiere ayuda de registrarse y habla ingles, llamanos!

Let Them Play
2026-05-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-01 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-15 09:30 - 11:30 | Plainsong Farm, 6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341
Let Them Play

This 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.
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Dates/Times: Mondays 9:30-11:30am April 13-Nov 23
‍Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm June 3-Oct 14
Cost: Free
At 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.

Tots & Coffee Club
2026-05-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, 11 Sheldon Ave, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Caregivers, treat yourself!
Join us for a special monthly morning of play & connection with other toddlers & their grownups while you sip complimentary drinks from our GRCM Coffee Bar.
Monthly on select dates from 9 am to 11 am.

SECOM Free Pop-Up Pantry/Camión de Comida Gratis
2026-05-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Exalta Health, 2060 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507

Food Distribution
2026-05-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Hispanic Center of West Michigan, 1204 Cesar Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
Food Distribution event happening on set dates each month.
*Please have your trunks open and do not block any driveways!

Lunch and Learn: The Impact of Trauma on Development
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Linc Gallery, 341 Hall St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507

🧑‍🤝‍🧑Relax at Rosa
2026-05-28 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-04 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-11 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Event Description

Free lunchtime concerts return to Rosa Parks Circle every Thursday throughout the summer starting May 7th through September 24th, 2026!

Each week features a rotating lineup of live music and food trucks.

Here’s your 2026 Relax at Rosa Lineup
May 7 – Clarke, Reed, and Meadows
May 14 – MexiCuba
May 21 – The Temperances
May 28 – Hot Like Mars
Jun 4 – Na Bonsai
Jun 11 – Remnose
Jun 18 – Bleau Otis
Jun 25 – Tuvergen Band
Jul 2 – Mar In Color
Jul 9 – Morgan Haner
Jul 16 – SoSoHiFi
Jul 23 – Ark Laci
Jul 30 – Chris Bota Band
Aug 6 – Jennifer Westwood & the Handsome Devils
Aug 13 – Sabbatical Bob
Aug 20 – Tent
Aug 27 – Loren J. Clarke
Sept 3 – Hip Hop Showcase
Sept 10 – Pajamas
Sept 17 – Cabildo
Sept 24 – Aurora & Antheia

Lids for Kids - Bike Helmet Giveaway and Bike Safety Event/Cascos de Bicicleta y Evento de Seguridad
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Garfield Park- Neighborhood Association Lodge, 334 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States

Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
2026-06-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-15 18:30 - 19:30 | grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch, 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States

🧑‍🤝‍🧑⭐Storytime in the Park/Hora de Cuento al Aire Libre
2026-06-02 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Garfield Park- Neighborhood Association Lodge, 334 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Storytime in the Park
Join us this summer for stories, free books and ice cream, special guests, and a whole lot of fun! For all ages of kids and teens. StorytimeGR is a partnership of Read GR, Grand Valley State University, John Ball Area Neighbors (JBAN) and the City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events.

Upcoming Events
Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4, 11, 18, 25
6:30 pm | Garfield Park – 2111 Madison SE
Tuesday, June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11
6:30 pm | Lincoln Park –1120 Bridge St NW

Libros Gratis
Helado
Los niños 0-17

Paint What You Feel/Pinta Lo Que Sientes
2026-06-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Hispanic Center of West Michigan, 1204 Cesar Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

📚Grand Rapids Public Museum Summer Saturdays
2026-06-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
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 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.
Summer 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!

Summer Saturday Themes

Full descriptions of each day are listed on the GRPM’s Digital Calendar. Click any day to see the full description.

June 13 – Riverfront Grand Opening
June 20 – Unseen Oceans
June 27- Celebrating the Grand River Watershed and USA at 250!
July 11 – Birds of the Great Lakes
July 18 – Exploring the Deep
July 25 – A Celebration of Music and Dance
August 1 – Riverside Art
August 8 – STEAM Day
August 15 – Grand River Adventure

Rock the Block
2026-06-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Linc Up, 341 Hall St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507
Recursos de la comunidad
Comida y vendedores
Actividades para la familia
Gratis

🎉Happy Father's Day!
2026-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | MI
Father’s day freebies, activities, and resources for dad!
🔗https://familyfutures.org/other/2026-fathers-day-freebies-and-fatherhood-resources-in-kent-county-2/

🧑‍🤝‍🧑Juneteenth Parade and Solidarity Community Celebration
2026-06-19 13:00 - 19:00 | Dickinson Buffer Park, 1635 Willard Ave SE, Grand Rapids, 49507
Celebrate Juneteenth at this vibrant community gathering featuring a parade, celebration, and resource booths. Bring your friends and family to celebrate freedom, unity and culture, enjoy vibrant festivities, and connect with the community.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑⭐GR Pride Festival/Festival de "Pride"
2026-06-20 12:00 - 22:00 | Calder Plaza, 300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
The Grand Rapids Pride Festival (GRPF) returns for its 38th year! Join us on June 20th and 21st, 2026, to celebrate the West Michigan 2-SLGBTQ+ community and support local businesses, organizations, and artists. Pride is a protest and space for radical interconnectedness. At our festival, you will find 150+ vendors, a beer garden (including non-alcoholic beverages), activities for all ages, food trucks, a sensory space, and local, statewide, and nationally recognized performers on our entertainment stage! This annual event takes place to gather 2-SLGBTQ+ folks and their allies in a safe, open, and inclusive environment, loud and proud.

Festival para la comunidad LBGTQ+

🧑‍🤝‍🧑Annual World Refugee Day Block Party / Fiesta del Barrio Para Día Mundial del Refugiado
2026-06-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Treetops Collective, 906 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Comunidad, celebración, y tradición con comida, la pintura para la cara, juegos, etc.
