Local Events

The City of Grand Rapids Police Department is hosting their annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at the Old Central School parking lot.   CANCELELD DUE TO INCOMING WEATHER.

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.

This event is free and open tot he public but pre-registration is required. Lunch provided. Call Amy Bloomquist at 218-212-2810 or amyb@kootasca.org For nearly 40 years Rainbow Health has been advocating for and serving the LGBTQ+ community, those living with HIV, and all folks facing barriers to equitable healthcare. Join Kootasca Community Action in 2…

New Vendor Mulay & Co will be with us on Thursday at market from 11-6! You don't want to miss this booth- local veteran owned business with some really awesome custom leather work.   Market located in downtown Cohasset

Join us on August 3rd from 2-6pm for Preschool Round Up at our new location - Grand Rapids Early Childhood Hub (previously Murphy School) 822 NE 5th Ave, Grand Rapids! We have openings for 3-5 year olds and would love for your family to join our program! Stop by to fill out an application and…

Celebrate the opening of the MAC's new exhibit and explore the other downtown events on the First Friday Art Walk.

Enjoy a relaxing evening glazing pottery, drinking micro brew and tasting appetizers.  Our resident potter will walk you through the process of glazing two pottery pieces of your choice, from mugs to bowls to plates.  There will be plenty of breaks for socializing and enjoying beer and appetizers.   Absolutely no art experience is required.…

Mental health block party and baking competition. Come learn how your faith community can be active in helping individuals and families that struggle with mental illness. There will be presentations, information booths, music, and of course a cobbler competition. The winner gets to choose their favorite local charity to receive a special donation collected from…

A festival and fundraiser for Camp Hiawatha and Camp Vermilion. Since 2011, the community has been gathering on the shores of Lake Vermilion to listen to amazing music while lifting up the mission and programs at Camp Hiawatha and Camp Vermilion.  Now in 2023, we are expanding our horizons with the Sounds of the Northwoods…

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.

The 1st Annual Run for Hunger 5k Run/Walk will take place Saturday August 12, 2023. This is a fundraising event which benefits the Second Harvest North Central Food Bank. Did you know: One in 6 children in the region are food insecure. Over 20,000 people in the 7 county region are food insecure. Searches for…

Join us for the 3rd Annual Tioga Thrillseeker Race! Climb to the top of the old Tioga mine and cruise down machine-built trails with solid berms and quick rollers. Food will be for sale on-site by BBQ Box Company and Borealis Creamery. Take your pick from two great beaches for a dip afterward. ON-LINE REGISTRATION ONLY Early Pre-Registration closes Thursday, August 10 at 8:00…

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.

Greg Kaczor and his magic guitar will be strumming at UnWined on Friday, August 18th from 5-8pm! Such a treat to have this local musical talent playing at UnWined! Join us in the UnWined Patio for amazing Food, Drinks, and music!

Matt Yetter is the real deal: an old-school, slide guitar playing, harmonica-tooting country blues artist who characterizes music as “a way of making a connection to everybody all at once”. Based out of Minnesota for the past 30 years, Matt only discovered he could sing in 2010 after years of playing electric lead guitar and…

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.

Spring into home ownership! Join us for a virtual class! August 23rd 9:00am to 5:30pm Registration fee of $40.00 per household for your class materials Call Sandy at 218-999-0828 to register. Long-term successful homeownership starts with solid information. Home Stretch is an in-person – classroom style – workshop taught by experienced professionals.   This event…

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.

Date: August 24th, 2023 Time: 12 p.m. Race Time: 1 p.m. Where: The race will begin and finish at Rapids Brewing Co. (214 N Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids) Teams of up to eight (8) people will race against each other to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and be the first to the finish line in this community-wide scavenger hunt.

Join the makers market for our DOGust market! We are excited to gather at RBC, support Great Tails Animal rescue, and shop local small businesses! This extended market (3-8p) is gonna be doggone fun!

Come and experience teams of draft horses performing feats of strength and dexterity as they demonstrate historic logging techniques like cross-hauling, skidding, and working with an A-frame jammer. We’ll have historic logging demonstrations and fun Logging Camp activities throughout the day. You’ll even have a chance to meet the horses and the teamsters! "Real Horsepower"…

EAA Chapter 412 invites you to the Grand Rapids airport from 8am to 12 noon for our Fall Pancake Breakfast and Raffle. This takes place Saturday August 26. Proceeds help prvide aviation scholarships for two area youth. Donations accepted. For information, call 218-398-0209

Come and experience teams of draft horses performing feats of strength and dexterity as they demonstrate historic logging techniques like cross-hauling, skidding, and working with an A-frame jammer. We’ll have historic logging demonstrations and fun Logging Camp activities throughout the day. You’ll even have a chance to meet the horses and the teamsters! "Real Horsepower"…

FREE Health Fair with vendors, demonstrations, and valuable information. You won’t want to miss the Keynote Speaker, Sheila Johnson, RN she will be sharing valuable information about Advance Care Planning and how important it is plan ahead. She has worked in the LTC field for over 30 years as a Director of Nursing for Nursing…

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.

Celebrate the opening of the MAC's new exhibit and explore the other downtown events on the First Friday Art Walk.

Edge Center for the Arts Tickets available online and at the door. On sale at Timber Rose Floral & Gifts in Bigfork Adults $10 / Students $5