Bev Boerman...
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Parks and Recreation
Grand Rapids Symphony: located at 169 Louis Campau Promenade, Suite 1. Presents classical, casual classics, pops, family series, coffee classics and lollipops concerts(for children) during its regular season Sept. thru May. In the summer the orchestra presents outdoor concerts called Picnic Pops at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Call 616-454-9451 www.grsymphony.org
Opera Grand Rapids: located 161 Ottawa NW Ave. Suite 20. Opera Grand Rapids presents four full productions per season from October through May, at DeVos Hall. Be entertained by the finest young national talent in principal roles and outstanding local artists as supporting cast. Call 616-451-2741www.operagr.com
Broadway Theatre Guild: located at 50 Monroe Ave. NW. The Guild presents Broadway touring productions at DeVos Hall. Admission varies with each show with prices from $25-$65. Call 616-235-6285. www.broadwaytheatreguild.org
Wealthy Theatre: located 1130 Wealthy St. SE. The Wealthy Theatre is a multi-cultural arts and education center inspiring respect and creativity among its neighbors and broader community. Call 616-451-8001 www.grcmc.org/theatre/
Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium at Van Andel Museum Center: 272 Pearl St. NW, (616)456-3663. Spectacular educational sky shows for all ages. Laser light shows set to popular music. State-of-the-art Digistar theater. Shows change several times a year. Admission charged. www.grmuseum.org
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA): located at 41 Sheldon Blvd. A multi-disciplinary contemporary arts center with thought-provoking programming in the visual arts, performance art, music, dance, film and literature. Artist's services are provided. Gallery admission free. UICA offers a variety of or regular exhibits and events, with film shows, art exhibits, musical and theatrical performances as well as readings and lectures. Call (616) 454-7000 for more information.www.uica.org
The Grand Rapids Ballet: This professional ballet company performs in the DeVos Hall and offers classical ballet with the accompaniment of a symphony orchestra. Recent performances include: The Nutcracker, and Cinderella. Call (616) 454-4771 for more information.www.grballet.org" 
The Grand Rapids Civic Theatre: located on 30 N.Division Ave. This is the second largest community theater in the US and it offers six main stage and two children's productions from September through June. It's a treat for the whole family to enjoy watching in the historic downtown theatre. Call (616) 222-4000 for ticket information. www.grct.org
Heritage Hill Historic District: located five blocks east of downtown this Nationally recognized historic district includes more than 60 different architectural styles, including that of Frank Lloyd Wright. Call the Heritage Hill Association at (616) 459-8950 for information regarding self-guided tours and the annual Tour of Homes. Heritage Hill Site
La Grande Vitesse: Calder Plaza, Ottawa Ave, between Michigan and Lyon NW. La Grande Vitesse means the"great swiftness" or the "grand rapids." Internationally known sculptor, Alexander Calder, designed this piece specifically for this site. It was installed in 1969. It is one of the most familiar landmarks known to the locals as "The Calder".
Meyer May House: located at 450 Madison Ave. SE. One of the most complete restorations of Frank Lloyd Wright in existence today. It was built in 1908 and can be found nestled in the beautiful Heritage Hill District. Steelcase Inc. has restored this prairie-style home for all to view. Call (616) 246-4821 for more information.
Van Andel Arena: located at 130 W. Fulton Street. Is home to the Grand Rapids Griffins hockey team, the Grand Rapids Hoops basketball team and the Rampage Arena football team. The Arena hosts several Musical Artist, Feature Ice Shows, Gymnastic shows and Truck Shows. The Arena has seating for up to 12,000. Call (616) 742-6600 for ticket information and show times. http://www.vanandelarena.com/
Van Andel Museum Center - Public Museum of Grand Rapids: located at 272 Pearl NW. Offers a spectacular peek into our "Furniture City" of the past along with a host of other marveling Michigan artifacts and wildlife habitats. The pearl of the museum lies within the magical 1928 Carousel that makes the young and young at heart take an exhilarating trip back in time. This 3-story Museum also features the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium where imaginations soar in their Digistar theatre during the sky shows and laser light presentations. To find out more about our City's Museum and/or the Planetarium call (616) 456-3977 for information regarding admission prices/discounts, featured exhibits and hours opened. Van Andel Museum and Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Rosa Parks Circle, located on Market St. at Monroe Ave., created by internationally known artist, Maya Lin. Water is featured in the frozen, liquid and vapor states. Concerts are held on summer evenings and in the winter ice skates are provided free of charge for community skating (November - March). Ice Skating at Rosa Parks 
Voigt House Victorian Museum: located at 115 College Ave, SE. This elegant mansion was built in 1895 and is located in the center of the Heritage Hill District. This beautiful Victorian house belonged to Carl G.A. Voigt family and still contains their private furnishings and personal possessions. It is currently owned by the Public Museum of Grand Rapids. Limited tour times are available. For more information regarding group tours, weddings, and other special events call (616) 456-4600.
Gerald R. Ford Museum: located at 303 Pearl NW. Is in honor of our own hometown Hero and country's 38th President. This museum offers a variety of exhibits from President Ford's life, to the 70's culture and to the Watergate Scandal that surrounded him during his administration. Many Bicentennial and Oval office items are also a treat to view. The Museum hosts a variety of educational speakers and artistic displays throughout the year. Call (616) 451-9263 for the latest itinerary, admission prices/discounts and hours. The Gerald R Ford Museum 
The Grand Rapids Children's Museum: located at 11 Sheldon Ave. Come explore the Museum that offers a "hands on experience". Their interactive exhibits encourage kids to explore and create on their own. Children can do anything from designing a bridge, learning about light and shapes from bubbles to making a meal in their life size kitchen. Call (616) 235-4726 for information on hours and admission prices. The Grand Rapids Children's Museum 