Romantic date night ideas in Hastings, MI. Restaurants, shows, concerts, and unique experiences for couples.
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Explore the history of opera and the ways racism has been historically embedded — and often permitted — within the genre. Opera Grand Rapids is responding to this history by dedicating an entire season to AAPI artists and stories. Hear about the Guest Artistic Director’s approach to addressing and..
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss James by Percival Everett.
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Stories From Suffragette City , a collection of short stories by bestselling authors with an introduction by Kristin Hannah.
Stop in and try something new or bring in your own project! New projects will be introduced monthly. All previous projects will be available while supplies last.
Main Event is a family entertainment center with bowling, laser tag, gravity ropes, arcade games, billiards, and food & drinks.
Join us for a presentation on Kent County’s waste disposal system, including a virtual tour of the Recycling Center and accepted materials, the SafeChem hazardous waste program and the basics of composting and food waste.
Before becoming a priest in West Michigan, Father Peter Vu grew up in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Join us as he shares his moving journey of resilience and hope that travels from life during the war to the challenges of its aftermath to his courageous escape from Vietnam that led to a new...
Celebrate the biodiversity of your own backyard with the Grand Rapids Audubon Club. Participants will also learn ways to get involved with local birding and conservation groups in West Michigan. This Sustainable Neighbors series is presented in partnership with E- GReen and sponsored by the Friends.
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Still Life by Louise Penny.
Create together! Features a new craft each time for you to make and take home.
A time for fun activities with friends. This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their care partners.
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Waters by Bonnie Jo Campbell.
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim.
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Join us for FUN with Comedy Magician & Entertainer Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind-blowing magic, comedy, juggling, music and TONS of audience participation. You do not want to miss out! This event is taking place at Walker Community Park, 700 Cummings Ave NW, Walker, MI 49534 .
Everybody loves tomatoes, but how much do you know about this tasty fruit‘s fascinating history? Author and seed saver Bevin Cohen will share exciting tales of how this South American fruit traveled around the world and back, influencing the cuisines and cultures of the many countries it...
Learn what financial preparation is required prior to purchasing a home and receive guidance on the factors that can affect eligibility for a loan, the different mortgage options available and how to estimate what you can afford to pay for a home.
Enjoy a plant swap, activities and ideas for helping our world stay healthy and green.
AI is changing the way things are made online, making it harder than ever to spot fake or changed information. Learn easy ways to identify AI-generated pictures, videos and text, as well as common tricks scammers use.
Get ready for a magical time as dinosaur-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts and lots of audience participation. Jurassic Joel's Magic Show is the perfect way to stomp, chomp and roar into reading!
There will be bargains galore at the Friends of the Library's used book sale.
Critter Barn's Traveling Farm will feature hands-on fun, entertainment and education.
Donate blood and save lives. Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will be at Kent District Library; appointments are preferred but not required, and you can schedule your appointment at https://versiti.org/KDL .
Witness amazing feats of magic and puppetry as magician Brad Lancaster shares how reading can lead you into your own awesome adventures.
Join other classic movie lovers to watch films from the golden age of the silver screen. Refreshments provided. The library will post the movie titles in the branch. Closed captioning provided.
Create a simple yet elegant decorative paper lantern using waxed paper and pressed botanicals. Space is limited, so registration is required and opens two weeks before the event. Doors open 15 minutes before the program; check in with library staff to claim your spot upon arrival. Unclaimed seats...
Put down your phone, pick up a book and spend quality time with fellow book lovers. This isn't your typical book club; there is no assigned reading or deadlines. Simply bring what you're reading and connect over a beverage.
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A time for fun activities with friends. This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their care partners. This event will be held at Walker Ice and Fitness Center Room A, 4151 Remembrance Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534.
Railroads enabled people and ideas to travel across America at speeds previously unseen. The railroad became romanticized, developed its own mythology and left a massive mark on traditional American music. Enjoy an array of traditional songs centered around the railroad and sing along with Ben...
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Women by Kristin Hannah.
Enjoy themed rounds of trivia and brain games created by Matt of Here's Your Host! Each show features questions covering general knowledge and pop culture topics with fun audio and visual clues. The game will be played in teams (up to four members) so come with friends or join a team on the spot.
William Konkolesky, State Director for the Michigan Chapter of the Mutual UFO Network, will share a historical overview of the state's biggest UFO sightings, including the sighting on March 8, 1994, in the Grand Rapids area with more than 300 witnesses.
Dig beneath the headlines and join us to discuss a historic true crime case from around the world. We'll examine unanswered questions, challenge assumptions and explore the impact of these cases.
Donate blood and save lives. Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will be at Kent District Library; appointments are preferred but not required, and you can schedule your appointment at https://versiti.org/KDL .
Donate blood and save lives. Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will be at Kent District Library; appointments are preferred but not required, and you can schedule your appointment at https://versiti.org/KDL .