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"Controversial Winners: Grand Rapids' New Soccer Team and City Landmark Poster Competition Shake Up the Scene!"

"Controversial Winners: Grand Rapids' New Soccer Team and City Landmark Poster Competition Shake Up the Scene!"
Celebrate Grand Rapids: Poster competition winner, new soccer team, innovative amphitheater, and more! πŸŽ‰πŸŸοΈπŸ† #GR175th #ACGrandRapids #ConcertExperience

Gerry Tablada

Oct 1, 2025

Quote Of The Day

"Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you." - Walt Whitman

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The City of Grand Rapids announced the winner of their 175th Anniversary Poster Competition.

The winning design features iconic landmarks and symbols of the city, such as the Blue Bridge and the Calder Plaza.

The competition received over 60 entries, highlighting the talent and creativity of local artists.

The winning design will be used to promote the city's anniversary celebrations throughout the year.

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Grand Rapids' first men's professional soccer team recently unveiled its official name, AC Grand Rapids.

The team will be part of the National Independent Soccer Association (NISA) and aims to represent West Michigan in local and national competitions.

AC Grand Rapids will play its home games at Houseman Field.

The team's ownership group is made up of local business leaders and former professional players, with plans to build a diverse and competitive roster.

The team hopes to engage with the community through partnerships, events, and youth programs.

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The article discusses the new amphitheater in Grand Rapids with innovative features that provide unobstructed views for all concertgoers.

The venue includes a unique design with sloped seating and a large canopy that enhances acoustics and allows attendees to see the stage from any seat.

The project aims to create a more intimate and inclusive concert experience for music lovers in the area.

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The City of Grand Rapids announced the winner of the 175th Anniversary Poster Competition, awarding a local artist for their design featuring iconic landmarks and symbols of the city.

The winning poster will be used to promote the city's milestone anniversary throughout the year, celebrating its history and achievements.

The competition received over 85 submissions from talented artists in the community, showcasing the artistic talent and creativity present in Grand Rapids.

The winning design captures the essence of the city and will be displayed in various locations to commemorate this special occasion.

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Events

The Lumineers – Automatic World Tour
πŸ“… Date: October 1, 2025
πŸ•’ Time: 7:30 PM
πŸ“ Location: Van Andel Arena
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed
πŸ“„ Details: The Lumineers perform as part of their β€œAutomatic World Tour,” with special guest Chancetion

 

Lecrae – Reconstruction World Tour
πŸ“… Date: October 1, 2025
πŸ•– Time: 7:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: The Intersection (133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids)
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed
πŸ“„ Details: Christian hip-hop artist Lecrae brings his Reconstruction tour to Grand Rapids at The Intersection.

 

Pulaski Days at Knights of St. Casimirs
πŸ“… Date: October 1 – October 5, 2025
πŸ•› Time: 12:00 PM (start)
πŸ“ Location: Knights of St. Casimir Aid Society, 6th Street Hall, NW Grand Rapids
🎟️ Admission: (Check locally)
πŸ“„ Details: A multi-day celebration of Polish heritageβ€”food, music, dancing, and community events.

 

ThreatOps 2025 – Cloud Workloads (CTF event)
πŸ“… Date: October 2, 2025
πŸ•‘ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: DeVos Place, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed / Registration (CTF style event)
πŸ“„ Details: A cybersecurity Capture-The-Flag style challenge focusing on cloud workload security.

 

Fresh Fall Finds with Green Giftz
πŸ“… Date: October 2, 2025
πŸ•‘ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: 532 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids
🎟️ Admission: Free / open
πŸ“„ Details: Showcasing seasonal promotional products, trends, and networking for local businesses.

 

Foodees Food & Culture Festival
πŸ“… Date: October 3 – October 5, 2025
πŸ• Time:

  • Friday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

  • Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    πŸ“ Location: Tanger Outlet Mall, Byron Center, MI (near Grand Rapids)
    🎟️ Admission: Free
    πŸ“„ Details: A weekend celebration of food, culture, food trucks, vendors, and entertainment.

 

Adam Sandler – β€œYou’re My Best Friend” Tour
πŸ“… Date: October 3, 2025
πŸ•’ Time: 7:30 PM
πŸ“ Location: Van Andel Arena
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed
πŸ“„ Details: Comedian and entertainer Adam Sandler brings his upcoming tour to Grand Rapids.

 

Real Estate & Business Networking β€” β€œElevating Your Potential”
πŸ“… Date: October 8, 2025
πŸ•• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Sundance Grill, 151 Ottawa Avenue NW, Grand Rapids
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed / registration (21+ event)
πŸ“„ Details: An evening networking event for professionals in real estate, lending, development, and related fields.

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