Community Calendar

Join us to celebrate summer and experience the wonders of la dolce vita at Around the World — A Taste of Italy on June 5, 2026, at Van Andel Institute.

Returning for its 19th year, Around the World will feature Italian-inspired food and wine, bringing the refined flavors of the region to Grand Rapids’ summer celebration. The evening will also feature live entertainment and joyful company, all in support of Van Andel Institute for Education.

Suggested attire is summer casual. Complimentary valet parking is available at the main entrance of VAI.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

Conference Website: https://appliedscience2026.conplusmeetings.com/

The 2nd International conference on Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (ICAET2026), organized by Conplus Meeting will be held on June 15-17, 2026 in Florence, Italy.

ICAET2026 represent vital gatherings that unite experts and enthusiasts from diverse disciplines worldwide. These events serve as dynamic forums where cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and practical applications converge to address global challenges and foster innovation.

Applied sciences such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, and Materials Science contribute to innovative solutions addressing global challenges. Concurrently, Engineering disciplines encompass Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and Biomedical Engineering, among others, focusing on designing and implementing real-world solutions. Technology fields, including Computer Science, Information Technology, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science, Drive Digital Innovation and System Advancements, shaping the future of technological applications and interdisciplinary collaborations in these dynamic conferences.

Join us at ICAET2026 in Florence, Italy for a truly unforgettable experience!

Best Regards,
Lakshmi Prasanna | Program Coordinator
ICAET2026

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

Nate Bargatze brings his Big Dumb Eyes Tour to Van Andel Arena on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 7:00PM.

Hailed as “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up,” by The Atlantic Magazine, and “One of the Funniest People,” by CBS Mornings, Grammy & Emmy-nominated comedian, NY Times #1 bestselling author, podcaster, director and producer Nate Bargatze is selling out shows and breaking venue attendance records with more than 1.2 million tickets sold in 2024. He is currently the #1 earning comedian in the world according to Pollstar’s recent report, and #12 in overall live tour tickets sales, putting him in the company of Coldplay, Madonna and U2. Billboard recently announced that Bargatze set a new record for the biggest one-year gross by a comedy performer in history.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 5th at 10:00AM. *Please note the box office will not be open for this on sale.

Ticket prices are subject to change. For current ticket prices visit Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices may vary, as market pricing applies to all tickets. Prices may fluctuate based on supply and demand. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or on-line at Ticketmaster.com. A ticket limit of 8 will apply to every order.

Five Finger Death Punch brings their live show with Cody Jinks & Eva Under Fire to Acrisure Amphitheater on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 6:45PM.

Tickets are on sale now. Ticket prices are subject to change. For current ticket prices visit Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices may vary, as market pricing applies to all tickets. Prices may fluctuate based on supply and demand. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or on-line at Ticketmaster.com. An overall ticket limit of 8 will apply to every order.

Tedeschi Trucks Band and Alabama Shakes bring the Future Soul 2026 Tour to Acrisure Amphitheater on August 25, 2026 at 7:30PM.

Tickets on sale Friday, January 30 at 10:00AM. Ticket prices are subject to change. For current ticket prices visit Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices may vary, as market pricing applies to all tickets. Prices may fluctuate based on supply and demand. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or on-line at Ticketmaster.com. A ticket limit of 8 will apply to every order.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.