parks and recreation
COVID-19 in Grand Rapids: Tuesday, April 7 updates
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 04-07-2020 under NEWS
Today, April 7, sees 187 positive coronavirus cases now confirmed in Kent County, with six confirmed deaths. Statewide, 18,970 cases are now confirmed, with 845 confirmed deaths. Local and state responses continue in step. Shared in this Tuesday,...
Go Santa Go 5K at Millennium Park
by (Feeding America...)
Submitted 10-08-2014 under
On Saturday, Dec. 6, Millennium Park will be taken over by hundreds of Santas, elves and maybe a few reindeer for the Go Santa Go 5K, benefiting Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank. All participants will receive hats, beards, or shirts. Awards...
Citizen petitions to rid park of geese
by (Kschmitty)
Submitted 04-17-2013 under NEWS
Brian Borbot solicited the city for help with the geese problem he's been noticing at Riverside Park on Monroe Avenue NE. Borbot has also created a Facebook page to rally individuals to the cause. On the Rid Riverside Park...
Pollution in the Grand River
by (schraubm)
Submitted 12-07-2010 under OPINION
"Filthy water cannot be washed." - African Proverb If you’re familiar with downtown Grand Rapids, you’ve likely been exposed to the deteriorating quality of the Grand River. Poor water quality prevents people from fully...Uncertain Future for Grand Rapids Parks and Rec
by (JessalynJ)
Submitted 05-03-2010 under NEWS
This week, fitness hobbyists in Grand Rapids will get the chance to sign up for Summer Parks and Recreation classes. And, at $39 per class, these 10 week fitness programs are simply the best deal in town. But if the Tuesday ballot request for a tax...