Family Farm Markets

You can purchase fresh-picked produce - or pick your own - at many of the farms and farm markets that also supply local restaurants. Farm markets are typically open from late spring (when asparagus is…

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Local’s Guide to U-Pick Apple Farms & Orchards

Grand Rapids is the Apple Capital of Michigan, the nation’s #2 apple producing state. Michigan harvested 30.5 million bushels of apples in 2024 – and nearly three-quarters of them came from family…

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Hosting Your Reunion in Grand Rapids

If you’re looking for a place to hold your next family, school or military reunion – or any get-together of far-flung friends and relations – you should consider Grand Rapids, Michigan. Easy To Get To…

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Plenty of Places to Launch in Grand Rapids

Summer days and boating go hand-in-hand. When temperatures climb and days get longer the urge to hit the water often grows strong. But where can you launch that runabout, sailboat, kayak, canoe or…

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Veen Observatory: A Hidden Gem in The Grand Rapids Area

City lights aren’t the only wonders in the night sky over Grand Rapids. Just minutes from the gleaming streetlamps and twinkling buildings of the city’s downtown, you’ll encounter dark country skies…

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Guide to Canoeing in and Around Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is a wonderful place to be year round, but summer is when the city really shines. There are a number of ways to discover Grand Rapids’ beauty, such as by foot, by bike, by trolley and by…

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Fun Places to Go Bowling

Heading to the bowling center (or alley, as it's often called) is a great activity to enjoy with family and friends both young and old. Throw in some good food, drinks, friendly competition and of…

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Visiting Blandford Nature Center

Looking for a fun family adventure in Grand Rapids? Head to Blandford Nature Center! Tucked away off Leonard Street in a residential section of the city’s West Side, Blandford’s mission is to provide…

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