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Photo Gallery Friday: John Ball Zoo Lantern Festival 2023

Photo Gallery Friday: John Ball Zoo Lantern Festival 2023

June 9, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Zoos

For the past two months, John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids has hosted a unique event that is the first of its kind to visit…

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Two Michigan Sculpture Parks In Running To Be Named Best In U.S.

Two Michigan Sculpture Parks In Running To Be Named Best In U.S.

May 16, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Is the Best Sculpture Park in the U.S. right here in Michigan? 10best.com recently announced a list of 20 finalists across the country, and two…

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Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park Is Open For 2022 With Exciting New Changes (Photo Gallery)

Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park Is Open For 2022 With Exciting New Changes (Photo Gallery)

May 3, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Zoos

For almost 10 years now Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park has been one of our favorite zoos in Michigan. Located in Alto, this family-friendly and…

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Happy Birthday Michigan: A Look at 185 Michigan Places We Love

Happy Birthday Michigan: A Look at 185 Michigan Places We Love

January 26, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

On January 26, 1837, President Andrew Jackson signed a bill that made Michigan the 26th state. The Michigan Territory had pushed for statehood for a…

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World of Winter 2022 in Grand Rapids: Don't Miss Year 5 of This Fun and Free Outdoor Art Celebration

World of Winter 2022 in Grand Rapids: Don’t Miss Year 5 of This Fun and Free Outdoor Art Celebration

January 8, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

The World of Winter 2022 Festival kicked off on Friday, January 7th. Downtown Grand Rapids will host more than 40 art installations and 50 ice…

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Things To Do in Michigan Winter 2022 - Our A to Z Guide

Things To Do in Michigan Winter 2022 – Our A to Z Guide

January 3, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

For the first few years of Travel the Mitten, we put together seasonal lists of unique Michigan events in an A to Z format. Those…

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Kent County Parks: Our Guide To 40+ Amazing Sites

Kent County Parks: Our Guide To 40+ Amazing Sites

May 7, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

There are close to 40 great parks and trails that are part of the Kent County Parks system in the greater Grand Rapids area. These…

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Vote for Michigan Beer and Breweries in Latest 10Best Polls

Vote for Michigan Beer and Breweries in Latest 10Best Polls

February 17, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Breweries

It’s that wonderful time of year again when USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice Polls focus on the craft beer scene and Michigan gets some…

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World of Winter in Downtown Grand Rapids: Free and Frozen Family Fun

World of Winter in Downtown Grand Rapids: Free and Frozen Family Fun

February 13, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

If you’re looking for free family fun in February, the World of Winter Festival in Grand Rapids has many options for you. A collection of…

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12 Great Kent County Parks for Winter Recreation

12 Great Kent County Parks for Winter Recreation

January 10, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Winter has arrived in Michigan, and outdoor recreation activities have shifted from kayaking, hiking, and biking to skiing, sledding, ice skating, and more difficult hiking. Those…

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