Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Kentwood will host a free family festival at city hall on Saturday, June 6 from noon to 8 p.m.—the event will feature food trucks, vendors, live music, a beer tent, yard games, kids activities and a foam party.

Grand Rapids city officials are inviting residents to pitch neighborhood projects for the Neighborhood Match Fund.

Proposals (due June 30) can earn $500 to $5,000 for projects scheduled between September and February, with a special focus on ideas supporting Welcoming Week, Sept. 10-19.

MillerKnoll, the Zeeland-based furniture maker, announced on Monday, June 1 that CEO Andi Owen took a leave of absence and will retire on June 30 with interim CEO Jeff Stutz taking over duties.

The board (searching both internal and external candidates) will launch a comprehensive process for a new leader.

Downtown Studio Park in Grand Rapids will host the free Sunset Cinema outdoor movie series starting Saturday, June 6 through Aug.

22 at 8 p.m.; the series features 11 films chosen by the public and skips July 4.

Acrisure Amphitheater announced its first 2027 show as Stick Figure will perform on June 11 & tickets go on sale Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. Organizers expect to announce more concerts before the new season.

Consumers Energy increased summer rates beginning Monday, June 1, with $0.245/kWh from 2 to 7 p.m. on weekdays and $0.197/kWh at other times — a measure designed to ease grid strain that will continue through Sept.

30.

Community leaders gathered Monday along the Grand River at Ah-Nab-Awen Park to mark the Restore the Rapids project—red ochre-marked stones were set in the water as a symbol of future dam removals.

Construction will start July 1 to remove four dams, improving water safety and fish habitat.

Recent black bear sightings in Coopersville, Georgetown Township and Muskegon led the DNR to explain that a growing bear population is moving south along connected forests (young males seek new territories away from crowded areas).

The department warns residents to secure trash and outdoor food to reduce encounters.

The historic 111 Lyon office building converted 95,025 sqft into 140 apartment units with preserved commercial space, celebrated by city leaders, developers, & stakeholders.

The first apartments will be available for rent on June 5.

At the Mary Free Bed Open held Monday at Thousand Oaks Golf Club in Plainfield Township, adaptive golf champion Jimmy Moceri (injured at 17 in a car accident) helped raise funds for Mary Free Bed Wheelchair and Adaptive Sports so local athletes can stay in the game.

Dan Rickabus Album Release Event

7-10:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Tickets start at $74 — Experience a memorable evening with live music from Dan Rickabus in Grand Rapids.

The Wallflowers Concert

7:00–8:30 p.m. — Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater — Ticket info available — Enjoy a live performance by The Wallflowers in a beautiful garden setting.

The Outsiders Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — $ — Experience the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of a timeless story about friendship and belonging.

The Outsiders Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets start at $84 — Don't miss this can't-miss live experience in Grand Rapids.

Kevin McCaffrey Live

8-11 p.m. — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy a night of laughs with NYC comedian Kevin McCaffrey.

The Outsiders Live Performance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets from $114 — Experience the can't-miss live show of The Outsiders in Grand Rapids.

The Outsiders Live Performance

2-5 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets starting at $60 — Experience the can't-miss live event of The Outsiders in Grand Rapids.

Journey Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket info available — Experience a memorable farewell celebration with Journey featuring two full sets of classic hits.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Meijer Gardens — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with special guests Tank and the Bangas.

West Michigan Salesforce User Group Q2 Meeting

9-11 a.m. — Steelcase Learning + Innovation Center — Free entry — Collaborate with local Salesforce professionals on practical tips and hands-on problem solving.