Ada Michigan Free Summer 2011 Concerts

Ada Michigan Free Summer 2011 Concerts

Music on the Lawn, Ada’s summer music series is back for the

11th season.   The concerts take place Tuesday night at 7:00 pm

at the Averill Historical Museum of Ada lawn  7144 Headley St.

  Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join the fun!

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June 14   – Adams Family   60’s & 70’s Favorites

June 21   – Voices of Freedom   Patriotic Acapella

June 28   – Strung Up    Americana Folkwave

July 12  – Chris Vallillo     Rural Folk & Roots

July 19  – Jim Heemstra & Crossroads Band

July 29  Friday  6:30 pm   Nowhere Band   Beatles tribute band

 

August 2  Tony Reynolds   Popular American Hits

August 9  13th Hour     60’s & 70’s Classic Pop Rock

August 16  Great Lakes Chorus    Barbershop

August 23    Tiki O’Riley     Celtic Music

August 30    Java Jive      Swing Dance Band

 

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Ada Michigan Christmas Events Dec 2010

Ada Michigan Christmas Events Dec 2010

 

Ada Michigan is celebrating Christmas this year with a parade!

Snow is covering the ground, carols are being sung, and lights are

lit to keep the season jolly and get everyone is the holiday mood. 

 

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Parade Schedule:

10:30 am – Parade line up at Ada Dr/Thornapple Shopping Ctr.

11:00 am – Parade Begins  Route will start at Shopping Center,

turn right on Thornapple and end at Fire Station #1

11:30 am – Meet Santa, free hot chocolate and cookies at Fire

Station #1  (Thanks to Ada Fire Association and Ada Township Board)

Special Appearance by Santa’s favorite elf, Fireman Dave!

Fire barn #1 will be open for hot chocolate and cookies at 10:00am – 1:00 pm

So come before and after the parade to warm up !

 

Ada Historical Society Holiday Wreath Sale

Sat Dec 4th 1:00-5:30pm

Friday Dec 10th  1:-5:30pm

Sat. Dec 11th 9-5:30 pm

12 in, 16 in, Fraser fir; 12in, 16 in, 36 in Douglas Fir

Prices range from $20 – $50  Proceeds go to Ada Historical Society 

 

Sunday Dec 5th – Caroling on Ada Covered Bridge

by Genesis United Methodist Church   -  7 pm

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the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Arts in Ada Festival ~  May 15th 9 am to 4 pm

Event will be held on Bronson Street from the Covered Bridge

to Ada Drive  Directly in front of historic Ada Town Hall

Hosted by the Ada Arts Council

Music, Dance, and activities are planned all day

Artists will sell their creations, including stained glass, jewelry,

photography, paintings, and pottery.

  • Live entertainment will be provided
  • Food will be available

While you are in Ada, it would be a great time to check out the

boutiques and specialty shops here.  Ada has unique stores with

unusual items and fantastic restaurants.

Art in Ada on Bronson

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Park Programs ~ Spring 2010

Ada Michigan Park Programs ~ Spring 2010

Spring is here and Ada Parks Programs are underway.

Take a look at what fun programs the Ada Parks are offering this spring.

Pre-register by calling 616-676-0520

or email: mfitzpatrick@adatownshipmi.com

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”Senior Specials at Ada Park”

Pre-register at the park office 676-0584 before the day of the event

$2/per event payable on site the day of the event.

Bird Break – Thursday April 15th  9-10 AM

Ada Park Les Craig Learning Center

A morning gathering in the learning center for coffee and donuts,

followed by a guided leisure walk ( 25 minutes) to look for and

listen to local birds.

Nature Walk – Thursday May 6th – 9-10 AM

Ada Park Shelter and Trails

A guided walk ( 40 minutes) along the paved paths through the

Arboretum and Nature Area in search of spring wildflowers

and other natural beauties. Refreshments at the end in the

shelter.

Lunch with Punch  Wednesday, June 9  12-1 PM

Ada Park Les Craig Learning Center

A time to gather with friends for a nice meal and fellowship

in a pleasant setting. Lunch provided by the Ada Park staff

and volunteers. Optional walk in the park after lunch.

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FREE SPECIAL EVENT

Earth Day/Arbor Day Festival  Saturday April 24th 10 AM –2 PM

Come celebrate Earth day and Arbor Day together in this special

event in Ada Parks’ Locke Arboretum. There will be activities

for all ages including workshops, guided walks, displays, exhibits,

handouts, make & take crafts, plus games & fishing for kids.

One free tree sapling to each family as supplies last.

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Youth Discovery Days  Age 3-5  10 AM – 12 noon

Ada Park Learning Center    $4/youth

Especially for Pre-Schoolers along with a parent or guardian to have

a fun, educational adventure out in Ada Park,  Each session with

an indoor hands-on activity, nature craft and a guided discover

experience outdoors.

Cool Critters – Wednesday April 21

Does it have fur, scales or feathers? Does it run, swim or fly?

Look for the many different critters that live just outside

our back door.

Beautiful Bugs  Wednesday May 12

What beautiful bugs live in our neighborhood? Go on an insect

hunt and pretend to be a firefly looking for some friends.

Jump, Frog, Jump!  Wednesday June 2

Frogs are singing, croaking, and jumping everywhere. Look and

listen for frogs around the pond, try to hop like a frog, and

make a fun “frog” craft to take home.

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Kids Bike & Safety Rodeo  Ada Park ( Free- Donations accepted)

Saturday June 12 10 AM – 1:30 PM  4-12 yr olds

Kent Country Sheriff Department will host fun activities and food

for all who attend with bike inspections, helmet inspections, bus

safety, fire safety plus a bike obstacle course form 10- 12 AM

At noon awards, raffles, and a free cookout lunch followed by

the ‘Bike Parade” at 1:00pm  Bring your own bike and helmet.

Donations up to $ 5.00 per child will go towards the Community

Policing Unit. Make checks payable to: K.C.T. S Action Fund.

Call 616-632-6220 for more information or the Ada Parks Office.

Free Evening Fishing  Ada Park  Thursday June 17 from 6-8 PM

Open fishing for youth with their families at the Ada Park pond.

Poles, bait, assistance and snacks provided. Pre-registration

requested by calling the park office 676-0584

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities,plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Historical Society Hosts Free Music on the Lawn Series ~ Summer 2009

It seems there are free summer concerts everywhere this summer.

I have seen banners flying in small towns and villages all over Michigan.

What a great way to get out and enjoy the local parks, people

and scenery. Not to be outdone, Ada Michigan is joining the free

music array this summer.

 

 

Ada Historic Museum barns

 

Ada Historical Society is jumping on the proverbial “bandwagon”

with their Music on the Lawn Series.

Last Friday, they featured the Nowhere Band, which bills itself as a

Beatles tribute band.  Darn, we missed that but I plan on attending

some of the remaining concerts this summer.

 

All concerts are located at the Ada Historical Society

7144 Headley St  Ada Michigan 49301     616-676-9346

 

Tuesday, August 18Java Jive – dance standards from ‘30s & ‘40s

 

Tuesday, August 25Ransom Street Band from Saint Cecelia’s Society         playing swing music

 

Tuesday, Sept 1Crossroads Country Band plays country & bluegrass

 

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Ada Village Shopping Night ~ May 7th 5-9 pm

If you would like to pick out your own Mother’s Day present and take some

of the heat off your partner, Thursday night in Ada might be the perfect

time.  Ladies Night Out is sponsored by local Ada Michigan businesses

that want to encourage busy Moms to shop locally.

Here are the carrots:

  • Free Child Care at the Community Church 7239 Thornapple River Dr.

Reservations needed, space limited. Call 676-1032 or

email carol@thecommunity-ada.org

  • Free Trolley Rides – Grand Rapids Trolley witll be in the Village to

escort you from stop to stop for your shopping convenience 6-9pm

 

  • Free Gift Bags – pick up a postcard at your first stop and have it

initialed at 5 shops and you are entered for Fantastic Gift Bags

 

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Sponsored by these Ada Village Businesses:

Betsy Ratzsch Pottery –Spend $100 and receive a $20 Gift Card May 7th 5-9

Elle Boutique – Free $10 Gift Card

Grand River Grocery – Come taste the new Dinner Entrees & 15% off

6 pack Mix-n-Match

Heather Lane Pottery – Spend $100 and receive a $20 Gift Card May 7th 5-9

Heidi Christine’s Day Spa – Free Nails polished

The Daily Grill – 20% off Dinner Bill & 1/2 off wine all  night

The Mud Room  – Create a gorgeous Fused Glass Pendant – just $10

Victory Club Restaurant – End the night with live music from Denny

Middleton & Happy Hour ALL NIGHT

Village Kids Consignment Boutique – Register to win a $25 gift card

Vitale’s Sport Pub & Pizzeria – Happy Hour Specials

 

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