Good morning, Grand Rapids.

While many neighbors celebrated Christmas, firefighter Izzy England worked a 48‑hour shift at Byron Township Fire Station 1—starting on Christmas Eve—to keep the community safe in the area where she grew up.

With the holiday season behind us, residents with broken string lights can bring them to the Kent County Recycling + Education Center for proper recycling; Waste Reduction Educator Micah Herrboldt said roughly 180 tons of materials are recycled daily, keeping valuable resources out of landfills.

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital is celebrating the holidays by dressing NICU babies in ugly Christmas sweaters (designed by the Child Life team) to brighten stays and bring smiles to families.

Santa visited the Trinity Health Grand Rapids NICU on Dec.

22 to bring holiday cheer to premature infants and their families (volunteers dressed as Santa captured festive photos to create lasting memories). The event aimed to offer comfort during a season of extra challenges.

Chris Casello Trio with The Venturis

6-10 p.m. — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — 21+ — Enjoy live rockabilly and surf rock tunes from the talented Chris Casello Trio and The Venturis.

Great Lakes Invitational

3:30-5 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch top college hockey teams clash for the MacInnes Cup in this exciting tournament.

AFTERGLOW: New Year's Eve Celebration

7-10:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices vary — Experience Big Gigantic's genre-blending sound of electronic dance music and live instruments this New Year's Eve.

Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

12:00 – 1:30 PM — DeVos Place — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest RVs, travel trailers, and camping gear at this local favorite event.

Concert Night with King Ink and Friends

7-10:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of energetic performances with King Ink and supporting acts Zudocks, Moravian, and Feeding Grizzlies.

Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins

7-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting hockey matchup between two AHL rivals in Grand Rapids.

The Somm Series: Vino & Pintxos

7-9 p.m. — Grand Vin — $75 per person — Discover exquisite Spanish wines paired with delightful snacks led by experienced sommeliers.

John Heffron Live Comedy Show

6:00 – 10:15 PM — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian John Heffron performing live.

John Heffron Live

6:00 – 10:15 PM — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the comedic stylings of John Heffron.

Cabin Fever Psychic & Holistic Fair

10 AM – 6 PM — Tulyp, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — Free entry — Explore mystical vibes with aura photography, tarot readings, and more to break the winter blues.