Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Hand2Hand will distribute 10,000 food bags at 14 West Michigan locations this summer to help families who lose school meals—one in five Michigan children faces food insecurity, according to the program director.

The initiative provides kids with healthy meals during the summer break.

Teen Brady Ashcroft in Ada Township is using his eight 3D printers to produce lightweight splints for earthquake victims in Venezuela — his family is helping print, sort, and package the supplies for shipment to Miami, where doctors will soon receive them.

A popular ice cream shop, Twisters (956 Fulton St W), burned down early Monday morning when a bystander reported the blaze and fire crews responded within two minutes, with no injuries recorded.

Tous les Jours, a Korean French bakery (famed for cloud cakes), is opening its second West Michigan location at 3581 28th St. SE on July 3; the 3,300 sqft café with seating for 48 will hold a grand opening at 10 a.m. with free tumblers for the first 120 customers.

A West Michigan heat wave has Dan Wilson of Valley City Mechanical advising Byron Center homeowners to check filters, keep a steady thermostat, update windows, and hose down outdoor AC units to lower energy bills, with these tips promising big savings over time (from nearly seven years of experience).

Unofficial The Guess Who Pre-Party

5-9 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the shows with food from Being Cheesy.

Unofficial Weird Al Pre-Party

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food trucks, and games before the concert.

Happy Birthday America Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Acrisure Amphitheater — Ticketed entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Grand Rapids Symphony's festive performance.

Unofficial Jack Johnson Pre-Party

4-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the Amp shows.

Dave Matthews Band Summer Tour

7:30-10:30 PM — Acrisure Amphitheater — Tickets on sale Feb 20th — Experience two nights of electrifying performances from Dave Matthews Band.

Unofficial Dave Matthews Band Pre-Party

4-7 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy food trucks and good vibes before the show kicks off.

Speak Up Conference 2026

July 9-11 — Prince Conference Center and Hotel — Registration required — A premier event for Christian writers to learn, network, and share their messages.

HOME @ THE BOB

Evening time — The B.O.B. — Check event details for cost — Experience the infectious grooves of DaFunk Gang, a dynamic hip-hop, funk, and soul cover band from Grand Rapids.

Cozy Worldwide

9:00 – 10:30 PM — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Ages 21+ — Enjoy an exciting night filled with cozy vibes and live performances.

Science on the Grand: A STEAM Conference for K-8 Inquiry-Based Educators

Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. That’s why we’ve crafted one amazing STEAM conference, filled with practical, teacher-tested ideas that will fuel your teaching fire. Experience NGSS-aligned sessions focused on cutting-edge, inquiry-driven, and classroom-ready strategies.

Science on the Grand: A STEAM Conference for K-8 Inquiry-Based Educators

Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. That’s why we’ve crafted one amazing STEAM conference, filled with practical, teacher-tested ideas that will fuel your teaching fire. Experience NGSS-aligned sessions focused on cutting-edge, inquiry-driven, and classroom-ready strategies.