Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Families enjoyed a busy weekend as the Dożynki Polish Festival at Calder Plaza offered folk dancing, polka bands and authentic Polish food from Friday through today—creating ongoing cultural fun.

Earlier, the Grand Rapids Ballet held Summer Dance Fest outside Peter Martin Wege Theatre, Kalamazoo hosted a Craft & Vendor Show, the 28th Street Metro Cruise showcased classic cars, and a Dune Ecology event taught about coastal plants at Dune Harbor Park.

Police said one person was arrested Saturday night after crashing a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Butterworth Street and Wealthy Street in Grand Rapids—no one was injured and the vehicle had been taken from the area of Wealthy Street and Division Avenue.

The sheriff's office said several deputies and its tactical team responded to a domestic assault report yesterday when an allegedly armed suspect barricaded inside a Plainfield Township home near Balsam & Holtman prompted officials to advise residents to remain indoors until the situation was resolved.

A stabbing near the intersection of 54th Street and Division Avenue in Kentwood injured one person early Saturday — police took a suspect into custody and are investigating the incident.

A New York woman won the 54th annual Ms. Wheelchair America title after competing with women from 20 states in Grand Rapids on August 23 + the contest crowned her as Ms. Wheelchair America 2026.

Caledonia Public Schools will welcome students back on Monday, Aug.

25, at the nearly complete new Dutton Elementary—a $40M building funded partly by a 2020 bond and a supplemental $61M bond approved in May 2023. The school features centralized student resources, a large gym, an outfitted cafeteria and a fully accessible playground.

Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine held a white coat ceremony on Aug.

23 for 190 new med students—marking the start of their journey in medicine.

Angry Zeta Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — Ticketed event — Experience the unique fusion of punk, country, and hillbilly sounds from Argentina.

Harry Dean and the Dusty Boys Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — The Score Restaurant & Sports Bar — Free entry — Experience the live sounds of Harry Dean and the Dusty Boys in a vibrant atmosphere.

Kidz Bop Live: Certified BOP Tour

6-9 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic Kidz Bop Live with beloved songs and interactive fun for kids.

GrandCon: Michigan's Premier Gaming Convention

10 AM – 10 AM — DeVos Place — Ticketed events available — Celebrate tabletop gaming with a weekend full of fun, including cosplay and tournaments.

Back Outside: The Block Party

12-9 p.m. — Boston Square Neighborhood Association — Free entry — Celebrate Black culture and community through food, fun, and local vendors.

Divine Service on the 12th Sunday after Pentecost

10:00 – 11:15 AM — Messiah Lutheran Church — Free entry — Experience a joyful Divine Service filled with grace and community spirit.

Fort Wayne TinCaps at West Michigan Whitecaps

6:35-8:05 p.m. — LMCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between the TinCaps and the Whitecaps.

Jason Aldean's Full Throttle Tour

7:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch country star Jason Aldean live with special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and DeeJay Silver.

Limewired - A 2000's Dance Party

9-10:30 p.m. — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Ages 21+ only — Dance the night away to your favorite hits from the 2000s.

Brooke Alexx Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience the candid and catchy pop sounds of Brooke Alexx as she shares the highs and lows of life in her music.