West Michigan January Events
http://www.wmta.org/
Contact: Sarah Hayes
Director of Marketing
616-245-2217 x 105
sarah@wmta.org
Every Sunday
Khnemu Studio & Gallery
http://www.wmta.org/
Contact: Sarah Hayes
Director of Marketing
616-245-2217 x 105
sarah@wmta.org
Every Sunday
Khnemu Studio & Gallery
Fennville269-236-9260
http://www.khnemustudio.com/
Play with clay – a unique one-time opportunity to experience throwing on the Potter’s Wheel with instruction! This is to be used as an experience, due to the nature of clay it is impossible to bring your work made during the event home. Dress to get dirty! Reservations Required. Every Sunday from 1 – 3 p.m.
Through January 3, 2010
Play with clay – a unique one-time opportunity to experience throwing on the Potter’s Wheel with instruction! This is to be used as an experience, due to the nature of clay it is impossible to bring your work made during the event home. Dress to get dirty! Reservations Required. Every Sunday from 1 – 3 p.m.
Through January 3, 2010
Newcomers: The People of This Place Public Museum of Grand Rapids
616-456-3977
More than 45 ethnic groups now call West Michigan their home. Newcomers: The People of This Place is the Public Museum's newest major permanent exhibition. It includes more than 600 artifacts and images; dating from the first French fur traders to the latest influx of refugees escaping wars and others seeking a better standard of living. Interactive maps and photos show where different groups of newcomers settled in West Michigan. Compare the typical jobs and wages of three different immigrant groups. Photos, artifacts, and short video clips highlight different rites of passage concerning birth and death, coming of age, marriage, and holidays. And every group of newcomers brought a great recipe. Viva la difference! Adults $8.00, Seniors $7.00 and Children $3.00
Through January 11
Toulouse-Lautrec and La Vie Parisienne
Through January 11
Toulouse-Lautrec and La Vie Parisienne
Grand Rapids Art Museum
616-831-1000
Paris at the turn of the 20th century was a uniquely modern city. The commitment to urban life and to innovative new styles made the work of these artists one of the first important chapters in the history of modern art. Drawn entirely from the permanent collection of the Grand Rapids Art Museum, the exhibition includes works by Edgar Degas and Félix Vallotton, along with recently acquired works by Toulouse-Lautrec, Pierre Bonnard, and Théophile Steinlen on view for the first time. Wege Foundation makes the exhibition possible. Admission: Adults $8.00, Senior Adults (62 and over) & College Students with ID $7.00, Youth (ages 6-17) $5.00, Children under 6 Free
Through January 11
Through January 11
Penguin Play
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
616-235-4726
Waddle in and Slide into Winter with Penguin Play! Taking Place Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursdays 9:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. (Family Night 5-8 p.m.) and Sundays noon-5 p.m. Admission: $5.00 per Person (ages 2 years old and above), Children under 2 are free, Senior Admission $4.25, AAA discount admission is $4.50. Family Night (Thursday 5:00-8:00 PM) Admission is $1. Pals Members are free.
Through January 12
Windmills, Weathervanes, and Lightning Rods
Through January 12
Windmills, Weathervanes, and Lightning Rods
Coopersville Farm Museum
616-997-8555
616-997-8555
http://www.coopersvillefarmmuseum.org/
Stop in and see all the Windmills, Weathervanes, and Lightning Rods during our 7th Annual Photo and Art Contest. The photos, and art will be on display until January 12, 2009. Don’t miss out on the awesome exhibit brought to you by Coopersville Area Businesses and the Gannett Foundation.
Hours: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; Regular admission applies; $4.00 adults $3.00 seniors (65+)
Stop in and see all the Windmills, Weathervanes, and Lightning Rods during our 7th Annual Photo and Art Contest. The photos, and art will be on display until January 12, 2009. Don’t miss out on the awesome exhibit brought to you by Coopersville Area Businesses and the Gannett Foundation.
Hours: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; Regular admission applies; $4.00 adults $3.00 seniors (65+)
January 30 - May 10J
onathan Borofsky Sculpture Exhibition
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Grand Rapids
616 -957-1580
http://www.meijergardens.org/
Recognized as one of the most significant figurative artists of his generation, Borofsky frequently utilizes stylized descriptions of male and female figures to suggest the commonalities shared across humanity.
Through February 1
Native Michigan: The Paintings of William Kubiak
616-392-9084
Holland Museum
http://www.hollandmuseum.org/
616 -957-1580
http://www.meijergardens.org/
Recognized as one of the most significant figurative artists of his generation, Borofsky frequently utilizes stylized descriptions of male and female figures to suggest the commonalities shared across humanity.
Through February 1
Native Michigan: The Paintings of William Kubiak
616-392-9084
Holland Museum
http://www.hollandmuseum.org/
An authority on Great Lakes Native American life, Grand Rapids artist and journalist William J. Kubiak is the author of “Great Lakes Indians: A Pictorial Guide.” This exhibit will focus on his paintings showing tribal life scenes or portraits of Michigan Indians. Reg. admission, members free. Holland Museum, 31 W 10th St; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123, http://www.hollandmuseum.org/
Through February 22
Through February 22
Robert Sabuda: Travels in Time and Space
Muskegon Museum of Art
231-720-2527
http://www.muskegonartmuseum.org/
This exhibition is organized by the National Center for Children's illustrated Literature.HOURS: 12:00-4:30PM, Closed Monday ADMISSION: $5 Adults/Free Ages 17 & under.
Through February 24Swing DancingGrand Rapids Public Museum 616-617-4842The Grand Rapids Public Museum is hosting the Grand Rapids Original Swing Society Dance every Tuesday. Come and bring a partner if you want or find one there. This is an all ages event. $3.00 donation. Tuesdays 7 – 10 p.m., instruction 7 – 7:30 p.m.
Through March 1
A Gift of Art: The Legacy of Mabel Perkins
Muskegon Museum of Art
231-720-2527
http://www.muskegonartmuseum.org/
This exhibition is organized by the National Center for Children's illustrated Literature.HOURS: 12:00-4:30PM, Closed Monday ADMISSION: $5 Adults/Free Ages 17 & under.
Through February 24Swing DancingGrand Rapids Public Museum 616-617-4842The Grand Rapids Public Museum is hosting the Grand Rapids Original Swing Society Dance every Tuesday. Come and bring a partner if you want or find one there. This is an all ages event. $3.00 donation. Tuesdays 7 – 10 p.m., instruction 7 – 7:30 p.m.
Through March 1
A Gift of Art: The Legacy of Mabel Perkins
Grand Rapids Art Museum
616-831-1000
http://www.gramonline.org/
Mabel H. Perkins (1880-1974) was an international art collector whose generosity was crucial in building the collection of the Grand Rapids Art Museum. This exhibition, drawn entirely from the Mabel H. Perkins Collection, includes sixty important works dating from the sixteenth to the twentieth century chosen for their outstanding quality.
Admission: Adults $8.00, Senior Adults (62 and over) & College Students with ID $7.00, Youth (ages 6-17) $5.00, Children under 6 Free
Eugene Masselink: Drawings for Frank Lloyd Wright Through March 1
Mabel H. Perkins (1880-1974) was an international art collector whose generosity was crucial in building the collection of the Grand Rapids Art Museum. This exhibition, drawn entirely from the Mabel H. Perkins Collection, includes sixty important works dating from the sixteenth to the twentieth century chosen for their outstanding quality.
Admission: Adults $8.00, Senior Adults (62 and over) & College Students with ID $7.00, Youth (ages 6-17) $5.00, Children under 6 Free
Eugene Masselink: Drawings for Frank Lloyd Wright Through March 1
Grand Rapids Art Museum
616-831-1000 http://www.gramonline.org/
Eugene Masselink (1910–1962) joined Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesan Fellowship in 1933 as a graphic designer and assistant to Wright. Known as Gene to his colleagues and Wright clients, he quickly became one of Wright’s most trusted protégés and one of the significant talents in the Wright office, producing decorative designs for interiors of many Wright commissions. Admission: Adults $8.00, Senior Adults (62 and over) & College Students with ID $7.00, Youth (ages 6-17) $5.00, Children under 6 Free.
Tuesday and Wednesday through March 25
Kalamazoo Indoor Flea Market
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground269-383-8761
www.kalcounty.com/parks
This event features area dealers and great finds and bargains. Operated by the Kalamazoo County Parks Dept and runs Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7am-2pm October 14, 2008 through March 25, 2009. Admission is free, concessions available.
January 1
Tuesday and Wednesday through March 25
Kalamazoo Indoor Flea Market
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground269-383-8761
www.kalcounty.com/parks
This event features area dealers and great finds and bargains. Operated by the Kalamazoo County Parks Dept and runs Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7am-2pm October 14, 2008 through March 25, 2009. Admission is free, concessions available.
January 1
Sgt. Preston Race
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
231-744-9629
http://www.msports.org/
Join in this annual race at the Winter Sports Complex. Registration will be at 8:00 am. The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 3 – 4
Grand Rapids Antiques Market
Join in this annual race at the Winter Sports Complex. Registration will be at 8:00 am. The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 3 – 4
Grand Rapids Antiques Market
DeVos Place, Grand Rapids
616-458-4129
http://www.grandrapidsantiquesmarket.com/
http://www.grandrapidsantiquesmarket.com/
Michigan's premier antique event featuring 100+ antique dealers, antique appraisals, furniture delivery, restoration demonstrations, and presentations on local history topics and popular antiques. Shop for you favorite collectibles at Michigan’s largest indoor antique show! $7.00 weekend pass, Children 12 & under are free. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
January 9 – January 11
January 9 – January 11
60th Celebration!
Boyne Mountain
800-GO-BOYNE
http://www.boyne.com/
http://www.boyne.com/
The weekend will include a fireworks celebration, social gatherings, special offers and more at Boyne Mountain in honor of the resort's 60th anniversary!
January 10
January 10
Gourmet Glide
Garland Resort
Lewiston
877-442-7526
The Gourmet Glide combines two favorite wintertime activities -- cross country skiing and eating! This scintillating ski and feast trip covers 10 kilometers of immaculately groomed cross-country ski trails, with five buffet stations strategically placed along the route. Cross-country skiing and gourmet cuisine have been a longtime tradition at Garland Resort, a Winter Wonderland. This upcoming season, the Gourmet Glide offers specialty cross-country experiences taking seasoned Nordic skiers and novice weekend skiers through the pined forests at their own pace on immaculately groomed trails. Free Ski Rentals are available on January 10th and 17th. Gourmet Glide event passes are just $59 per adult, while students can feast for as little as $27.
January 10
January 10
Chateau Chantal Cooking Series
Super Soups and Stews
Traverse City
231-223-4110
Soups and stews just may be the secret to a good life; they are most certainly our secret kitchen treasures. Not only are soups and stews economical time-savers, they are deeply satisfying on the cold, damp days of winter. Learn how to make your own stock and soups like the pros. You’ll learn the basic techniques to make soup and stew without recipes, time-honored favorites and some jazzy new ones for your repertoire like chicken and dumpling soup, Tuscan wild mushroom soup, Greek egg, lemon and rice soup, Classic onion soup, Apple cheddar soup, Thai coconut soup, Provençale fish stew and many more. Reservations required, 12:30 – 5:30 p.m.
January 10
Ice Sculpting Competition
January 10
Ice Sculpting Competition
Downtown Holland
616-394-0000
The annual Downtown Holland Ice Sculpting Competition is even bigger and better this year! For the first time ever, Downtown Holland is partnering with the National Ice Carving Association (NICA) to bring students from culinary schools around the Midwest together for an exciting Collegiate Invitational competition. Stroll through the streets of Downtown from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and watch in amazement as 150-pound blocks of ice are transformed into glistening works of art.
January 15
Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
Public Shows/Trade Shows
Devos Place
http://www.showspan.com/
A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 125 RV lines will pack DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids with more motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and folding camping trailers than have ever been exhibited before under one roof in Michigan. All 200,000+ square feet has been reserved for the biggest RV Show in the state. RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations will share exhibit space with the fleet of new RV's.
January 15 - 17
Mackinaw City Winterfest
January 15
Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
Public Shows/Trade Shows
Devos Place
http://www.showspan.com/
A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 125 RV lines will pack DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids with more motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and folding camping trailers than have ever been exhibited before under one roof in Michigan. All 200,000+ square feet has been reserved for the biggest RV Show in the state. RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations will share exhibit space with the fleet of new RV's.
January 15 - 17
Mackinaw City Winterfest
800-666-0160
http://www.mackinawcity.com/
Celebrate winter in Mackinaw City during the annual Winterfest. Enjoy amateur & professional snow carving, sleigh rides, outhouse races, poker run, outdoor ice skating, euchre tournament, chili cook off, ice fishing tournament at Paradise Lake and many more fun winter activities including games for kids, tweens and adults. And, as always, we'll be holding a snow sculpting competition. Most of activities are free with a Winterfest button that can be purchased from the Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce, various businesses around town and at each event site during the festival.
January 16 - 18
Hunter Ice Festival
Downtown Niles
269-687-4332
http://www.nilesmainstreet.org/
5th Annual Hunter Ice Festival ~ World Class Ice Carvers – Hunter Ice Cream – Wine Tasting Tent – Fire & Ice Extreme Carving Show - Kid’s Fun & More!
January 17
http://www.mackinawcity.com/
Celebrate winter in Mackinaw City during the annual Winterfest. Enjoy amateur & professional snow carving, sleigh rides, outhouse races, poker run, outdoor ice skating, euchre tournament, chili cook off, ice fishing tournament at Paradise Lake and many more fun winter activities including games for kids, tweens and adults. And, as always, we'll be holding a snow sculpting competition. Most of activities are free with a Winterfest button that can be purchased from the Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce, various businesses around town and at each event site during the festival.
January 16 - 18
Hunter Ice Festival
Downtown Niles
269-687-4332
http://www.nilesmainstreet.org/
5th Annual Hunter Ice Festival ~ World Class Ice Carvers – Hunter Ice Cream – Wine Tasting Tent – Fire & Ice Extreme Carving Show - Kid’s Fun & More!
January 17
Downtown Chili Cook Off
Traverse City
231-922-2050
Fundraiser where area restaurants compete for top honors in eight categories (1,2&3 Alarm, White, Seafood, No Bean, Ethnic & Vegetarian.) 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Located in the Park Place Dome.
January 17
Chili Cook-Off
January 17
Chili Cook-Off
Bay Harbor - Village at Bay Harbor
231-439-2700
Make it, eat it or both! Join in the fun of this annual tasteful event held in the conference center located within the Village at Bay Harbor. Have lunch and support the Bay Harbor Foundation. Don't forget to save some time to browse the shops and galleries at Bay Harbor, too! Exact times to be announced. If you'd like to try your hand at making chili (and maybe winning some cash!) contact the Foundation office.
January 17 - 18 Celebrate Winterfest 2009
January 17 - 18 Celebrate Winterfest 2009
Garland ResortLewiston
877-442-7526
The Winterfest 2009 Weekend will be fun-filled, with a myriad of outdoor activities. Along with the best cross country skiing and snowmobiling, there will be ice skating, sledding, outdoor and indoor Jacuzzis and horse-drawn sleigh rides. There will also be have snow sculpture and snowman making contests, ice sculptures, an ice fishing tournament, turkey bowling, hole-in-one contest and more!
January 18
The Great American Luge Cup Race
January 18
The Great American Luge Cup Race
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
877-TRY-LUGE
877-TRY-LUGE
http://www.msports.org/
The Winter Sports Complex is pleased to host this open luge event. The event begins at 2:00 pm. This is open event for anyone that has had a lesson in the past year. (Reservations for lessons and luge runs begins November 1st, office open from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm). The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 22
AVP Hot Winter Nights
Van Andel ArenaGrand Rapids
616-456-3333
www.avp.com/hwn
Fresh off the road to gold in Beijing, some of the USA's best beach volleyball players are hitting the sand indoors for the 2009 AVP Crocs Hot Winter Nights Tour. Taking place in an arena setting during the dead of winter, the volleyball court will feature 22 tons of sand and bring fans up close to their favorite players. It's summer in the winter on AVP Crocs Hot Winter Nights.
January 24
The Winter Sports Complex is pleased to host this open luge event. The event begins at 2:00 pm. This is open event for anyone that has had a lesson in the past year. (Reservations for lessons and luge runs begins November 1st, office open from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm). The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 22
AVP Hot Winter Nights
Van Andel ArenaGrand Rapids
616-456-3333
www.avp.com/hwn
Fresh off the road to gold in Beijing, some of the USA's best beach volleyball players are hitting the sand indoors for the 2009 AVP Crocs Hot Winter Nights Tour. Taking place in an arena setting during the dead of winter, the volleyball court will feature 22 tons of sand and bring fans up close to their favorite players. It's summer in the winter on AVP Crocs Hot Winter Nights.
January 24
Yoga Day USA
Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville
800-968-768
Join Crystal Mountain as they participate in the 10th annual Yoga Day USA, a nationwide celebration of yoga designed to increase awareness of the benefits of yoga and help make yoga more accessible to everyone including all fitness levels, ages, and ethnicities! http://www.yogadayusa.org/
January 24
Old House Expo
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground
January 24
Old House Expo
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground
269-349-3439
http://www.oldhousenetwork.org/
4th annual event presented by the Old House Network of Kalamazoo County, this event will present several workshops, exhibitors, and clever ideas dealing with home renovation and restoration. Admission: Adults $5, Children under 12 are free. Saturday January 24th from 9am-5pm.
January 24
Speed skate and Classic Skate Lessons
http://www.oldhousenetwork.org/
4th annual event presented by the Old House Network of Kalamazoo County, this event will present several workshops, exhibitors, and clever ideas dealing with home renovation and restoration. Admission: Adults $5, Children under 12 are free. Saturday January 24th from 9am-5pm.
January 24
Speed skate and Classic Skate Lessons
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
877-TRY-LUGE
877-TRY-LUGE
The Winter Sports Complex is offering lessons in how to speed skate and how to classic skate. The lessons will be from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The fee is $15 for speed skating and $15 for classic skating. The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 24
January 24
Chili Cook – Off
Fenn Valley Vineyards
800-432-6265
During the bitter cold of winter the chill is going to thaw at Fenn Valley’s Annual chili cook-off. Stop in and enjoy some wine and taste the chilies and other great appetizers. Chili entries accepted between 1 & 2 pm. Open to non-entrants from 2 - 4 pm. Band will be Natchez Trace.
January 24
January 24
Chateau Chantal Cooking Series
Handmade Pastas and SaucesTraverse City
231-223-4110
Handmade Pastas and SaucesTraverse City
231-223-4110
http://www.chateauchantal.com/
You probably know that homemade pasta is tasty, healthy and impressive food, but
you probably don’t think of it as fast food. In this class you’ll learn that you can get
fresh pasta on the table in an hour—instead of taking all day. You’ll learn the
traditional and modern techniques for making a variety of northern Italian fresh pastas
like Chestnut paparadelle with mushroom sauce, Tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce,
Classic potato gnocchi with sage butter, Ricotta gnocchi, Meat and herb stuffed
agnolotti, Chickpea fettuccini with Tuscan pommarola sauce, Fresh herb pasta and
much more. The cost is $125 per person. Reservations are required and spots are limited.
January 24 - 25
You probably know that homemade pasta is tasty, healthy and impressive food, but
you probably don’t think of it as fast food. In this class you’ll learn that you can get
fresh pasta on the table in an hour—instead of taking all day. You’ll learn the
traditional and modern techniques for making a variety of northern Italian fresh pastas
like Chestnut paparadelle with mushroom sauce, Tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce,
Classic potato gnocchi with sage butter, Ricotta gnocchi, Meat and herb stuffed
agnolotti, Chickpea fettuccini with Tuscan pommarola sauce, Fresh herb pasta and
much more. The cost is $125 per person. Reservations are required and spots are limited.
January 24 - 25
White Lake Perch Festival
Whitehall
231-893-4585
http://www.whitelake.org/This event features an ice fishing tournament, chili cook-off, fish dinner and more!
January 25
http://www.whitelake.org/This event features an ice fishing tournament, chili cook-off, fish dinner and more!
January 25
Family Flurry Community Day
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
877-TRY-LUGE
This entirely free event supports the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex and the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon County. All activities will be open; and grilled food will be available for a small fee. Free will donations will be collected at the door. The event is from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon.
January 30 – 31
January 30 – 31
Dinner Theatre at Audies Restaurant
Mackinaw City
231-436-5744
231-436-5744
http://www.audies.com/
Audie's Restaurant has been serving visitors of Mackinaw City since the Mackinac Bridge was built! Voted "Best All-Around Restaurant" by Readers of the Northern Express, Audie's encompasses two full service restaurants and a lounge. In 2009, Audies presents Dinner Theatre with the Northland Players!
January 30 - February 1
Traditional Bowhunters Expo
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground
Audie's Restaurant has been serving visitors of Mackinaw City since the Mackinac Bridge was built! Voted "Best All-Around Restaurant" by Readers of the Northern Express, Audie's encompasses two full service restaurants and a lounge. In 2009, Audies presents Dinner Theatre with the Northland Players!
January 30 - February 1
Traditional Bowhunters Expo
Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairground
517-852-0820
http://www.gnbco.com/
Sponsored by the Great Northern Bowhunting Company. Considered as the Nation's premiere traditional bow hunting show. Admission: Friday $6, Saturday & Sunday $10, Children 12 and under are free. Friday January 30th 5pm-9pm, Saturday January 31st 9am-6pm & Sunday February 1st 9am-2pm.
http://www.gnbco.com/
Sponsored by the Great Northern Bowhunting Company. Considered as the Nation's premiere traditional bow hunting show. Admission: Friday $6, Saturday & Sunday $10, Children 12 and under are free. Friday January 30th 5pm-9pm, Saturday January 31st 9am-6pm & Sunday February 1st 9am-2pm.
January 30 – February 1
Icebreaker 2009
South Haven
800-764-2836
Join us for our annual Ice Breaker event celebrating "The Four Seasons of South Haven" and South Haven's downtown Winter Wonderland. Open skating, fish fry, Texas Hold 'Em, Pro and Amateur Chili Cook-Off, Ice Sculpting Competition, Mardi Gras Dinner & Raffle, Kids' Crafts, Wagon Rides, Euchre Tournament. Please call for specific dates for each event.
January 30 – February 1
January 30 – February 1
Women's Wine Weekend
Chateau Chantal
Traverse City
231-223-4110
Ladies that are looking for a getaway Superbowl weekend can come to Chateau Chantal and enjoy wine, food, and their choice of shopping or a massage this weekend entirely devoted to women and simple pleasures...During dinner Chateau Chantal is proud to announce our guest, author and humorist, Julie Felicelli! Julie will keep you entertained with her stories on life. Price is based per person and depends on the amount of friends you decide to share a room!
January 30 – February 8
January 30 – February 8
Contemporary Masters
Featuring Balanchine's The Prodigal Son
Peter Martin Wege Theatre, Grand Rapids
Featuring Balanchine's The Prodigal Son
Peter Martin Wege Theatre, Grand Rapids
616-454-4771
http://www.grballet.com/
This presentation features an icon in 20th Century dance, Balanchine’s The Prodigal Son. This renowned ballet inspired by the biblical parable will be featured with other passionate works that were hand-picked by Directors Gordon Peirce Schmidt and Laura Berman as classical, neo-classical and contemporary 20th Century masterpieces. The Grand Rapids Ballet Company presents these illustrious works with flair.
January 31
This presentation features an icon in 20th Century dance, Balanchine’s The Prodigal Son. This renowned ballet inspired by the biblical parable will be featured with other passionate works that were hand-picked by Directors Gordon Peirce Schmidt and Laura Berman as classical, neo-classical and contemporary 20th Century masterpieces. The Grand Rapids Ballet Company presents these illustrious works with flair.
January 31
How to Skate Ski
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
877-TRY-LUGE
The Winter Sports Complex is offering lessons in how to skate ski. The lessons will be from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The fee is $15. The Winter Sports Complex is located at 462 Scenic Drive in Muskegon
For more information on traveling in West Michigan visit our website at http://www.wmta.org/ or call 800-442-2084 to order our new 2008-09 West Michigan Carefree Travel Guide – your guide to all the places to stay and things to do in West Michigan.
Founded in 1917, WMTA is the oldest continually operated regional tourist association in the nation. Representing 41 counties from the Michigan-Indiana state line to Mackinac Island and covering the entire west half of the Lower Peninsula, WMTA is dedicated to proving that “We Know West Michigan!”
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EDITORS NOTE: Please know that local spokespeople are available to further discuss these events. To arrange media interviews, please contact Sarah Hayes, Director of Marketing at 616-245-2217 ext. 105 or sarah@wmta.org.
For more information on traveling in West Michigan visit our website at http://www.wmta.org/ or call 800-442-2084 to order our new 2008-09 West Michigan Carefree Travel Guide – your guide to all the places to stay and things to do in West Michigan.
Founded in 1917, WMTA is the oldest continually operated regional tourist association in the nation. Representing 41 counties from the Michigan-Indiana state line to Mackinac Island and covering the entire west half of the Lower Peninsula, WMTA is dedicated to proving that “We Know West Michigan!”
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EDITORS NOTE: Please know that local spokespeople are available to further discuss these events. To arrange media interviews, please contact Sarah Hayes, Director of Marketing at 616-245-2217 ext. 105 or sarah@wmta.org.
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1 comments:
What a great place to celebrate. I've been planning to travel to Michigan for some time, and I think the best time to go would be during New Years. Still have to figure out the travelware items I need to pack so I can be prepared for the cold and some winter snow :) Great post!
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