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"Controversial Beer Fest & Art Competition Return; MI Retirement Rankings; Greenway Project Progress"
Celebrate 15 years of a brewery in a chapel, ArtPrize returns, exciting events ahead, Michigan retirement and Grand River Greenway progress! 🎉🎨🚴‍♂️ #MichiganProud

Gerry Tablada

Oct 15, 2025

Trivia Question❓

What popular annual event in Grand Rapids involves over 1,000 artist booths, live music, food trucks, and various family-friendly activities?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Grand Rapids Halloween 2025 will feature a variety of spooky events, including haunted farms, zombie runs, and more.

The city's annual event has something for everyone, from families looking for a fun night out to thrill-seekers seeking a scare.

Residents and visitors alike can expect a range of activities and attractions to celebrate the Halloween season in Grand Rapids.

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The annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest has returned to downtown Grand Rapids, giving participants the chance to showcase their creativity by designing and displaying unique scarecrow creations.

The contest invites individuals, organizations, and businesses to create scarecrows that will be on display throughout downtown for the fall season.

The public is encouraged to vote for their favorite scarecrow, with the winners receiving various prizes.

The contest aims to bring the community together and add a festive touch to the downtown area during the autumn months.

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A new edition of Monopoly, featuring Grand Rapids landmarks, is now available for purchase.

The game includes familiar local sites such as the Gerald R.

Ford Presidential Museum and Lake Michigan beaches.

Players can collect landmarks, invest in properties, and build houses and hotels as they navigate the board.

The edition aims to celebrate the city's history and culture while providing hours of fun for players of all ages.

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A new fast food restaurant is generating excitement in Wayland, Michigan.

The restaurant, named “Hot N Heavy,” will feature classic American fare including burgers, fries, and milkshakes.

The menu will offer a variety of options to satisfy different tastes and dietary restrictions.

The restaurant aims to provide a convenient and affordable dining experience for residents and visitors alike.

The owners hope that the new spot will become a popular destination in the community.

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Upcoming Events

56th Annual Grand Rapids Marathon / Run Thru The Rapids

  • 📅 Date: October 19, 2025

  • 🕒 Time: (Various start times as part of the race weekend)

  • 📍 Location: Grand Rapids (various routes) grandrapidsmarathon.com

  • 🎟️ Admission: Registration required for participants; spectators free

  • 📄 Details: A full weekend of running events including the marathon, half-marathon, relay, and 5K/10K distances. Great weekend for participants and fans alike.

 

Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey Games
📅 October 17 & October 18, 2025
🕒 7:00 PM (both nights)
📍 Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids
🎟️ Tickets vary by seating
📄 The local AHL hockey team hosts home games mid-week.

 

White Cane Awareness Walk

  • 📅 Date: October 15, 2025

  • ⏰ Time: (not listed in the source)

  • 📍 Calder Plaza, 300 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids

  • 🎟️ Admission: Free / open to public

  • 📄 Details: A walk to highlight and honor different ways people navigate the city — raising awareness around accessibility and mobility issues.

 

A Costume Dance Party with Silent Bark!

  • 📅 Date: October 18, 2025 Grand Rapids

  • 🕒 Time / Hours: (not explicitly listed)

  • 📍 Location: Sullivan Field (Valley Field), 650 Valley Ave NW, Grand Rapids Grand Rapids+1

  • 🎟️ Admission / Cost: Not stated publicly Grand Rapids

  • 📄 Details / What to Expect:
    It’s called a “Costume Dance Party” paired with Silent Bark, which suggests a mix of dance, costumes, possibly dog-friendly or pet elements (given the “Bark”).

 
💡 Answer to Trivia Question:
The Grand Rapids ArtPrize festival
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