Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids is opening 15 splash pads free daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Sept.

13; three public pools (requiring season passes and open at noon except Mondays) and kayak rentals at Riverside Park start this weekend. Fuller Park splash pad will reopen by late June after repairs.

The Urban League of West Michigan is hosting its first-ever Redemption Walk today at 11:30 a.m. next to its office on MLK and Eastern, inviting community members to acknowledge past choices and embrace a positive future.

On Friday, June 5, the Salvation Army in Kent County delivered donuts to veterans and first responders across West Michigan for National Donut Day.

The event honored volunteers known as Donut Lassies who supported troops in World War I + it was made possible by a donation from SpartanNash.

Construction began on a new free bike park in Holland near the Unity Bridge with a 600-foot pump track set to open this summer — led by nonprofit Velo Kids and costing about $700,000 for the first two phases; city officials celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony Friday.

The Zeeland Planning Commission approved Mead Johnson’s $836M plan to expand and modernize its facility at 725 E.

Main Ave in Zeeland on Thursday, June 4. The multiphase project will add nearly 619,000 sqft of industrial space and upgrade site infrastructure over several years.

WMTA offers June events including Mackinac Island Lilac Festival (June 5 to 14), downtown Muskegon's Lakeshore Art Festival (June 27 to 28), Marshall Blues Fest on June 27 and additional family events in Grand Haven, Hastings and Charlevoix; the Carefree Travel Guide is online.

Twenty-four young adults graduated from the Young Adult Services program at Allendale High School on Wednesday, June 3.

The ceremony celebrated their progress in everyday life skills and independence, and graduates will now access community resources (including job and life skills training) to aid their transition.

Kent County Parks and Blandford Nature Center have partnered to launch Nature Neighbors programs this summer in six local parks.

The series offers hands-on outdoor classes for all ages – from toddler sensory walks to adult beginner kayaking – with schedules and registration details available online.

A large-scale power outage has left street lights and traffic signals down across Grand Rapids.

City crews (investigating the cause) are working to fix the issue while drivers treat intersections as four-way stops.

New Beginnings (est. 1993) in Jenison was cited for 11 health code violations, including repeated kitchen issues and food storage faults, with $600 in fines on May 6.

The owner said all has been corrected and a food safety training is planned (measures), according to Ottawa County health officials.

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, recovering from an elbow procedure — his first rehab start since May 1 — will pitch for the Whitecaps on Sunday at LMCU Ballpark against the Dayton Dragons at 2 p.m. Tickets are sold out.

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.

Grand Rapids Ballet School Adult Summer Showcase

8:15-11:15 p.m. — Peter Martin Wege Theatre — Cost not specified — Celebrate the growth and artistry of adult dancers in a special ballet showcase after a week of intensive training.