Bridge Street Market Last Sundays
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Bridge Street Market Last Sundays

If you are interested in learning more about Last Sundays at Bridge Street Market please check out the link below.

Bridge Street Market’s Last Sundays: https://www.bridgestreetmarket.com/blog/2021/6/3/last-sundays-outdoor-market?fbclid=IwAR2wHnGpJWFk0ssolbWJTBQqSaoy-oPXtk_V92pfkfJBLuWwp-KBdYmihZI

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Top 5 Places to Eat on Bridge Street in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Sovengard - There is no cooler setting on Bridge street than The Sovengard. When you walk in off Bridge street you will be blown away by the unique ambiance. Nestled in the back of their Garden level restaurant, their Bier Garten, is the perfect escape for city dwellers and foodies alike. The Scandinavian titles can be a bit intimidating , however, a server’s suggestion has never lead me astray and I’ve always LOVED it! I’ve honestly never had something from here I didn’t enjoy. This restaurant is farm to table and the owners, Rick and Kelly, have created a taste and an environment you will never forget.

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The Best Art Walk to do in Grand Rapids, MI for ArtPrize 2022

2022 ArtPrize is going to be another fun one. Swift is fortunate to be an ArtPrize Venue again. I’m sure I’ve shared in prior posts, but I love Artprize. I think it’s one of the coolest things we do in Grand Rapids. Printing is obviously my passion and has become a conduit to the art world. In 2012, I planned my wedding around ArtPrize.

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2022 Donut Dash Recap
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2022 Donut Dash Recap

On Tuesday February 16 at 6 p.m. the WestSide Stride had its Third Annual Donut Dash Charity 5K. The WestSide Stride is a free community run/walk group in Grand Rapids, Michigan where all are welcome.

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Mlive Article: Historic Red Lion sign returning to Bridge Street in Grand Rapids in time for ArtPrize
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Mlive Article: Historic Red Lion sign returning to Bridge Street in Grand Rapids in time for ArtPrize

The Red Lion, known for its chili covered hot dogs, was originally located nearby at 449 Bridge Street NW. After closing in 2004, the building was demolished more than a decade later. A new building, home to Bridge Street Lofts and Condado Tacos, was built in its place.

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Lower west side story: 'Gateway Project' may revive once-thriving stretch near downtown GR Crains Detroit Article
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Lower west side story: 'Gateway Project' may revive once-thriving stretch near downtown GR Crains Detroit Article

The crowning jewel: a nearly 1-acre parcel that Rockford Construction Co. assembled last month with the help of Grand Rapids City Commissioner and businessman Walt Gutowski Jr. for a yet-to-be-determined marquee project to serve as an inviting portal from downtown to the west side.

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Fans of Valley Field AKA Sullivans Field

“Land is transferred from Grand Rapids Public Schools to the City to create Sullivan (Valley) Field. Many baseball teams played at the field, including the American Seating Company team, the Seaters. The field was renamed Sullivan Field in 1996 to honor Bob Sullivan, a long time amateur baseball sponsor. The Grand Rapids Sullivans were a Grand Rapids-based baseball team owned and managed by Bob Sullivan and affiliated with the National Baseball Congress.”

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