Tag Archives: Grand Rapids
My return to the city — what’s that hammering in my chest?
Last Saturday, I returned home to Grand Rapids after a weeklong writer’s conference on Glen Lake in beautiful northern Michigan. As I approached the city, heading south along US-131, River House rose into view. Almost immediately I felt my body tense and my … Continue reading
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My Giant Little Town
The joys of second guessing! The Grand Rapids Press article by Troy Reimink about the new promotional video to promote our city (actually west Michigan….unless Grand Rapid’s urban sprawl has made it’s way to the lakeshore) is copied below. But … Continue reading
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50 Things TO DO Before You Turn 50 in West Michigan
Attend a real memorable, intimate concert Attend a real memorable big concert Throw a really cool party Buy a new grill Canoe the mighty Kalamazoo Enter the Hot Dog Hall of Fame Conquer the Fifth-Third Burger Get the band back … Continue reading
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$20 Tuesdays at Restaurant Bloom
For $20, Restaurant Bloom offers three courses of culinary delight. Continue reading
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3 Awesome Things to Do This Weekend in Grand Rapids
Getting in a slump because winter just won’t quit? Spending a lot of time at home watching TV and eating pizza? Why don’t you spice things up and do something fun this weekend? Here are three events that are top … Continue reading
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Give your Honey, a Honey Wheat for Valentines Day
I recently had the pleasure of taking a tour of Founder’s Brewery. First of all, I love Founder’s beer. If you have never had it, go to the grocery store (or if you live near Grand Rapids, MI go to Founder’s) … Continue reading
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If I Ran Grand Rapids…
If I ran Grand Rapids, I would give a copy of the Dr. Seuss classic, If I Ran The Circus and make it required reading for anyone wanting to be part of the development, promotion, and stewardship of this community. … Continue reading
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