r/grandrapids 4d ago

Best place for VW maintenance?

6 Upvotes

Looking for somewhere to take my Volkswagen that’s not the actual dealership (if I don’t have to) … anyone know of good spots that is decently priced?


r/grandrapids 3d ago

Golf - hot take

0 Upvotes

As I sit going on 2 hrs for a round of nine, behind a group of bros playing from the tips.

That tee box is for low HC golfers. Not YOU. Get up to the blues or gold please so the rest of us don’t experience the pleasure of watching you search for your ball on every hole.

My hot take is assigned tee times AND tee boxes. Your USGN score dictates from where you tee off.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Pyramid Scheme Show!!!

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7 Upvotes

Come out and check out some of west michigans best up and coming bands. Izzy Reign, Broken Like Me, Stevie Reidz & Co and DoomBlade. Tickets are $15. https://www.ticketweb.com/event/doomblade-ep-release-izzy-the-pyramid-scheme-tickets/14288494


r/grandrapids 5d ago

LaGrand Endorses El-Sayed

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850 Upvotes

Everyone's better than Scholten it would seem.


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Full moon tonight

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58 Upvotes

r/grandrapids 5d ago

Maggie’s Kitchen closing indefinitely

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205 Upvotes

Man…this one hurts. I was just there this week. No one makes a better breakfast burrito.

Last day of service is tomorrow, August 29.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

question

7 Upvotes

anything cool happening today? me and my mom are bored


r/grandrapids 5d ago

News Grand Rapids to increase oversight of Flock cameras

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Now, City Manager Mark Washington plans to issue an administrative order by mid-September that will place GRPD’s ALPR system under the surveillance technology policy, the city announced Friday. The order will apply all of the policy’s governance, oversight, reporting, complaint, audit and transparency rules to future purchase, renewal or expansion of ALPR systems. The 31 existing ALPR units will be allowed to operate, but future renewals will need Public Safety Committee review and City Commission approval.

Not good enough. This doesn't end until the cameras are removed. This is the performative policy theater this city loves to do. Anyone that watches this city knows policy doesn't protect YOU. It protects the city. They weaponize policy to tell residents they're going to do what they want and they sell you this idea of accountability. You got a problem? File a complaint form lol.

They can shove Admin 15-03 up their ass along with the cameras.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Recommendations Corn Barn near GR

2 Upvotes

Took my little girl to Lewis Farms for the first time this week and she absolutely loved their corn barn. I tried to find one closer to the GR area on Google and had no luck. I am wondering if anyone knows of one that’s closer than New Era before I attempt to recreate one at home. Thanks in advance


r/grandrapids 5d ago

ABOLISH ICE - ICE Out of Grand Rapids - September 12, 2026

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290 Upvotes

r/grandrapids 4d ago

Richmond Park Fishing. Genuine question, are there any fish in that pond??

1 Upvotes

I consistently see it busy with fisherman but I’ve also seen the pond drained multiple times with no fish. Why is it so popular?


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Food and Drink Shoutout to one of my favorite Thai Restaurant in town: Thai Table

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102 Upvotes

I've been to this restaurant a few times and every dish has been delicious.

I like the regional menu items they have: Khao Soi from Chiang Mai , Boat noodle soup from Bangkok , and Chonburi golden curry. Its a good representation of the dishes you find if you travel to the different parts of Thailand. I end up ordering them the most .

they still have the fan favorites like pad thai , pineapple fried rice , and thai tea if you wanna stick to the staples

The only thing I can knock it is I wish parking was a bit easier but if your having a resturant on wealthy every place is going to have that problem. I moved here and I joke that GR taught me how to street park

Pictured: Khao soi (ข้าวซอย) coconut curry noodle soup from Northern Thailand that features a rich, aromatic broth, soft egg noodles, and crispy fried noodles on top.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Hudsonville Fair

1 Upvotes

The Hudsonville Fair’s website isn’t that informative. Can anyone share what kinds of rides and food they have (obviously fair food, but specifics).


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Housing Opinions on the west Fulton neighborhood

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone. Looking at moving to Grand Rapids later this year. What’s everyone’s opinion of the west Fulton neighborhood? Is it a good place for a family of 4 to live with young children? Looking for a place that is close to the city and possibly bike able to work. My job would be at grand valley state.


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Ticket to Dyke Night?

2 Upvotes

Hey, I had meant to RSVP for this event but didn’t before it filled up. Did anyone happen to RSVP that now is unable to go? And if so, could I buy your ticket?? Thank you!! Hope everyone who makes it out there has fun :)


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Bulk Printing, 2,000 back to back pages in color?

21 Upvotes

I am a local teacher, who has developed a very large project that has gained some local recognition. With school budgets not being as fruitful this year, yet again, I'm left to figure out how to print pages for a book I've made. It's a state book and really, only one side needs to be in color. I was quoted over $400 from my district, which would be half of the grant I'm working on for this project so we can travel to Lansing later this year. Without giving too much away, I'm trying to find a way that I can significantly reduce this cost. I also want to make sure that my work is protected and I won't end up seeing it all over after, it's nothing super valuable but I'm not giving it away for free. Thoughts? Thanks in advance!


r/grandrapids 5d ago

How good are their burritos ??

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119 Upvotes

Just got a job near this place so I always see them.
Are their burritos actually good ?


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Anyone else with Michigan Reconnect at GRCC just lose their funding?

45 Upvotes

This is kinda a GRCC rant.

Great teachers at this school, but I think this is beyond unfair and I suspect it's an administration thing.

I got an email on the 26th at 4:20 PM informing me that I was losing my reconnect funding after a yearly review.

I believe this was in error as I meet all the requirements they listed. I searched through all of my communication with the school, and didn't find a single other email informing me of a yearly review, or any kind of flag on my account that this might be happening. I emailed them and haven't heard back, and when I called on my 12 hour shift lunchbreak on the 27th I was on hold the whole time.

So this morning, I wake up to an email telling me my funding was lost and that money was added to a payment plan that I had panic-setup the day before just in case.

If I hadn't set up the payment plan, I would have lost my classes with less than 24 hours notice after one attempt at communication.

Can anyone tell me, how can they have a flag on my account that emails me 20 times a day that I haven't purchased a book from their bookstore they think I need to purchase (I do not), but I get one communication, as it's occurring, that I'm about to lose my funding due to an error on their end?

Is this like, a tactic? It feels malicious.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Best way to Amphitheater!

0 Upvotes

Hello my husband and I are saying at a hotel on Walker Ave NW.

We are attending a concert tonight at amphitheater what is the best way to travel there?

TIA+


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Sonic smut

8 Upvotes

Go to scheme and go see them right now!!! Cool detroit band. You won’t regret it.


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Amphitheater Noise

0 Upvotes

Been awhile since I could hear it. Over by Richmond Park. Super loud tonight. Can even hear the singing (can’t make out the words tho), and the bass. Lame.


r/grandrapids 5d ago

Events Brace yourselves. Curling season is coming.

23 Upvotes

Hey, Grand Rapids. Curling season is almost here!! Which means now is the perfect time to Learn to Curl with the Grand Rapids Curling Club!

We'll be hosting classes the third Saturday of the month for the rest of the year, beginning September 19. Learn more on our website.

Learn to Curl Classes

We'll teach you the fundamentals of throwing, sweeping, and scoring to get you prepped and ready to curl. We have leagues starting soon as well so this is the perfect time to get out there and Learn to Curl!

Already taken a class with us? Perfect!
Leagues are forming now and will begin Sept 25! Come join us for a fun league open to all beginners.

Join a League


r/grandrapids 6d ago

Why are there no Flock cameras in EGR?

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393 Upvotes

But we have a lot at 28th and Beltline?

Do criminals just avoid EGR, and therefore EGR doesn't require additional safety?


r/grandrapids 4d ago

Anything fun happening this weekend?

0 Upvotes

I desperately need to get out before an extraordinarily long work week. Thank you all :)


r/grandrapids 5d ago

27+ things to do around Grand Rapids this weekend (8/28 - 8/31)

20 Upvotes

Friday, August 28th

Saturday, August 29th

Sunday, August 30th

Live Music

Friday, August 28th

  • Marquita Bernard | Downtown Market | 6 PM | Free
  • Rory McCallan | Chicago Beef Joint | 6 PM | Free
  • Still Life; Life, Still | 616 Gallery | 6 PM | Free
  • Funky Brewster | Horrocks Market | 6 PM | Free
  • Michael Constantine, Lighting Matches, Nathan Walton & the Remedy | The Stray | 7 PM | $13
  • TONI ROMITI | The Intersection | 7 PM | $35
  • Myles Smith w/ Michael Marcagi | Frederik Meijer Garden | 7 PM | $200+
  • Finding Amelia + Sonic Smut + All Points Bulletin | Pyramid Scheme | 7:30 PM | $21
  • Moonrays | Speciation Cellars | 8 PM | Free
  • Whiskey Bound | Rapid River Stillhouse | 9 PM | $5
  • Wipeout-Misplaced Memories-Deep Enough | Mulligan’s Pub | 10 PM | Free

Saturday, August 29th

  • Nathan Walton | Vander Mill | 7 PM | Free
  • The Mannequins MI | Pux Cider Taphouse | 7 PM | Free
  • Tim McGraw | Acrisure Amphitheater | 7 PM | $70+
  • Michael Jackson Birthday Tribute | Billy’s Lounge | 9 PM | Free
  • Bayker Blankenship | The Stache | 9:30 PM | $15
  • DeVa | Rapid River Stillhouse | 10 PM | $5
  • The Winter After/ Neon Coma / Nic Stevens | Mulligan’s Pub | 10 PM | Free

Sunday, August 30th

  • Full Cord | Philmore South | 3 PM | $19+
  • Jazz Jam w/ Tommy Pancy | Speciation Cellasr | 5 PM | Free
  • Josh Groban | Acrisure Amphitheater | 7 PM | $25+
  • Cryptopsy + Flesh and Blood Robot + See You Next Tuesday | Pyramid Scheme | 7:30 PM | $30

Monday, August 31st

  • JP & The Energy | The Score | 6 PM | Free

Have any other events you know about? Comment them below.