As if they planned their performance down to even the weather, Trans-Siberian Orchestra arrived in Grand Rapids as soft blankets of snow covered the city sidewalks and trees lining the way to Van Andel Arena. TSO has entered its 21st consecutive year of touring and cornered the Christmas Metal market. Perhaps such a niche was… Read More Trans-Siberian Orchestra Wows in Grand Rapids
With Thanksgiving nearly upon us, here are a few quick reminders of fun to be had around the state this week! Sports Monday – Virginia Tech at Michigan State Men’s Basketball (5pm)Wednesday – Michigan at Eastern Michigan Women’s Basketball (2pm)Thursday – Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions (12:30pm)Friday & Saturday – MHSAA Football State Finals at… Read More This Week in Michigan:
There will be several reasons to celebrate during the Art Van Christmas parade this weekend, other than Santa’s early visit to Grand Rapids. This parade serves as a kickoff to the holiday season, and it happens to be the parade’s 100th birthday. The parade started in 1919 as the Wurzburg’s Santa Clause Parade on Campau… Read More The 100th Birthday of the Grand Rapids Santa Parade
There is simply no better way to kick off the 2019 holiday season than the annual Grand Rapids Santa Parade. This year’s parade will mark the 100th year in a row that Santa Claus has come to town the Saturday before Thanksgiving and greeted the glittering eyes & bright smiles of children from Grand Rapids… Read More Santa Claus’ Early Visit to Grand Rapids