Travelin' Together
Grab the family, explore the Mitten, create new memories!
Mitchell State Park offers a wide variety of family friendly activities for those interested in water or land recreation. Image courtesy of MSP. 06/12/25.
06/12/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Mitchell State Park
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, June 12th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
A family friendly location in which to learn more about the great outdoors. Programs for all ages are offered and plenty of boating and fishing opportunities are available on the 660 acre location.
The Kalamazoo Art Fair, June 6-7, has something for everyone. Image courtesy of the KIA, 06/05/25.
06/05/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Kalamazoo Art Fair
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, June 5th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
This two-day event features hundreds of artists, plenty of food and music, as well as free admission!
The Ludington Maritime Museum provides a rich history of the experiences of many on the Big Lake. Image courtesy of the LMM. 05/29/25.
05/29/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Ludington Maritime Museum
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, May 29th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The museum offers a unique perspective on the people and machines that made life on the Big Lake an adventure and a danger.
USS Silversides Museum is hosting a Memorial Day weekend event to pay tribute to the thousands of men and women of Michigan who gave their lives in defense of our freedom. Image courtesy USS Silversides Museum. 05/22/25.
05/22/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - USS Silverside
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The WWII submarine museum will host a special celebration to honor and commemorate the sacrifices of our nations soldiers.
Over 70 participating restaurants offer a taste of Lansing, without breaking the bank. Image courtesy of Choose Lansing. 05/15/25.
05/15/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Lansing Restaurant Week
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, May 15th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The Second Annual Lansing Restaurant Week promises to be a big hit with diners and visitors wanting a unique experience, close to home.
The annual event in Kalamazoo will feature retro and vintage bikes as well as community groups looking to promote better health. Image courtesy of Bikes in the Zoo. 05/08/25.
05/08/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Bikes in the Zoo
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, May 8th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The Kalamazoo Mall is hosting the annual event that looks to grow in size and impact.
Millions of tulips are on display in the Holland area for the Tulip Time Festival. Image courtesy of the city of Holland. 05/01/25.
05/01/25 - WCSG's Travelin Together - Holland Tulip Time
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, May 1st, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The annual festival of all things tulip starts on Friday and continues through May 11.
Syrup is the source of pride for Shepherd and the reason they celebrate with the annual Shepherd Syrup Festival, running now through this Sunday. Image courtesy of the Shepherd Syrup Festival. 04/24/25.
04/24/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, April 24th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Four fun days of all things syrup - games, rides, tours, and of course, pancakes with syrup!
Pierce Cedar Creek Institute offers educational, explorational, and artistic opportunities for everyone in the family. Image courtesy of PCCI. 04/17/25.
04/17/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Pierce Creek Cedar Institute
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, April 17th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Explore more of creation in a setting distinctly Michigan.
Howard Christensen Nature Center boasts miles of trails and hundreds of plant and animal species to facinate and delight your senses. Image courtesy of HCNC. 04/10/25.
04/10/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Howard Christensen Nature Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, April 10th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
A tranquil setting among 135 acres of woodland, complete with observation decks, trails, and plenty of nature just a few miles outside of Grand Rapids.
Family fun in a safe and friendly environment. Tarry Hall Skating Rink wants to provide families a great opportunity over spring break. Image courtesy of Tarry Hall. 04/03/25.
04/03/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Tarry Hall Roller Skating Rink
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Owners say they want to provide a family friendly opportunity with a safe and fun atmosphere.
Camps for kids and teens are being offered for staycationers during Spring Break in West Michigan. Image courtesy of Bricks and Minifigs. 3/27/25.
03/27/25 - Travelin' Together Spring Break Edition - Bricks and MiniFigs
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, March 27th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Keep kids creative and building during Spring Break as we travel to a world of creativity and wonder at Bricks and Minifigs in Grand Rapids.
Jones Maple Syrup Festival includes a tour of the facilities, civil war re-enactments, and a wagon ride., Plus plenty of maple syrup! Image courtesy of the Maple Syrup Festival. 03/13/25.
03/13/25 - WCSG's Travellin' Together - Maple Syrup Festival
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, March 13th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
A tradition that takes time is well worth the wait at the Jones Maple Syrup Festival over the next two weekends.
Kids & Stuff Children's Museum is offering a puzzle exhibit sure to enthal and challenge. Image courtesy of the Kids & Stuff Children's Museum. 03/06/25.
03/06/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Kids and Stuff Children's Museum
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, March 6th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Get ready to be 'amazed' at the new puzzle exhibit.
Holland Aquatic Center is hosting their first ever indoor Triathlon. A unique challegen for athletes in the West Michigan area. Image courtesy of the Holland Aquatic Center. 02/27/25,
02/27/25 - WCSG's Travelin Together - Holland Aquatic Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 27th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
A one of a kind athletic event for those wanting to challenge themselves before the summer Triathlon season begins.
Ice Sculpting, smores and more await in Vicksburg this weekend for the Ice "Burg" Fest in downtown Vicksburg. Image courtesy of the downtown Chamber of Commerce. 02/20/25.
02/20/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together Vicksburg IceBURG Festival
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 20th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
There's icy events to remind you it's winter, but there's enough to keep you warm for the Vicksburg IceBURG Festival.
W.K.Kellogg's Winter Bird Hike is this weekend. Explore the grounds and learn how to identify the individual call of hundreds of birds. Image courtesy of W.K. Kellogg. 2/13/25.
02/13/25 - W.K. Kellogg Winter Bird Hike
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 13th, 2025 ( 6:07am)
Explore the grounds while improving your bird recognition skills!
The return of ice means a good time in Holland. The Holland on Ice festival returns with ice sculptures and a race through town. Image courtesy of Holland On Ice. 02/06/25.
02/06/25 - WCSG'S Travelin' Together - Holland On Ice
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 6th, 2025 ( 2:26pm)
In Holland, ice doesn't have to mean slippery conditions this weekend!
The grounds of Blanford Nature Center have much to explore and learning is much more fun. Image courtesy of Blandford Nature Center. 1/30/25.
1/30/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Blandford Nature Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 30th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
The Grand Rapids nature center has a special offering for visitors in February.
Patterson Ice Center offers indoor skating on their two NHL sized ice rinks. Lessons, open skating, and hockey are available year round. Image courtesy of Patterson Ice Center. 1/23/25.
1/23/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Patterson Ice Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 ( 5:59am)
Enjoy the ice without hassling with the weather. Patterson Ice Center offers the skating experience for all types of skaters.
Materials once considered "arts & crafts" are now mainstream. The Krasl Art Center opens a new exhibit on February 1. Image courtesy of the KAC. 01/16/25.
01/16/25 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Krasl Art Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 16th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
A unique exhibit featuring fiber based material will be on display at the Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph starting February 1.
Tons of ideas and concepts will be available at the Remodeling and New Home Show this weekend at DeVos Place. Image courtesy of Showspan. 1/9/25.
01/09/25 - WCSG's Travelin Together - New Home and Remodeling Show
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 9th, 2025 ( 6:00am)
Hundreds of exhibits, seminars, and workshops can help you remodel your home, or provide experts who can help. The annual Remodeling and New Home Show promises anyone from a novice to an expert DIY'er can find something to help make the home a little more welcoming.
A one of a kind Christmas decoration display will be available in downtown Battle Creek to delight the senses. The event runs through New Year's Eve. Image courtesy of BCIFL. 12/19/24.
12/19/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Battle Creek International Festival of Lights
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, December 19th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Thousands of lights, a 12 days of Christmas display, music and plenty of Christmas spirit await in Battle Creek.
Ringing in the New Year at Noon is just part of the fun during Family Fun Days during Winter Break at the Air Zoo. Image courtesy of the Air Zoo. 12/12/24.
12/12/24 - Winter Days at the Air Zoo
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, December 12th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Winter break will be filled with adventure and excitement at the Air Zoo in Portage.
Thousands of Christmas lights are on display at Everett's Gardens Christmas Display. Image courtesy of Everett's Gardens. 12/05/24.
12/05/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Christmas at Everett's Gardens
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, December 5th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Christmas is in bloom at Everett's Gardens in Byron Center.
The live nativity at the Horse Play Equestrian will feature live animals and narration of the Christmas Story. Image courtesy of Horse Play Equestrian. 11/21/24.
11/21/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Horse Play Equestian
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, November 21st, 2024 ( 6:00am)
A one of a kind live nativity will be the center of a winter wonderland in Hudsonville at the Horse Play Equestrian.
Shoppers explore over 60 vendors at the Downtown Markets' Christkindl Markt. Image courtesy of the Downtown Market Grand Rapids. 11/14/24.
11/14/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Christkindl Markt
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, November 14th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Drawing inspiration from European markets, Grand Rapids is hosting the traditional outdoor, open-air style of shopping at the Downtown Market.
The Holland area will be preparing for the Chritmas holiday will several Christmas market events this weekend. Image courtesy of Unsplash. 11/07/24.
11/07/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Holland Area Christmas Markets
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, November 7th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Dozens of vendors, at three local agencies, are serving up Christmas cheer this weekend.
Schultz Family Farm has several events for the family this weekend. Image courtesy of the Schultz Family Farm.10/31/24.
10/31/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Schultz Family Farm
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, October 31st, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Schultz Family Farm has several exciting fall events for the family this weekend.
St. Joseph celebrates the fall with Pumpkins on Parade. Image courtesy of St. Joseph Facebook page. 10/24/24.
10/24/24 - WCSG' Travelin' Together - St. Joseph Pumpkins on Parade
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, October 24th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Don't miss out on the fall season spectacular in St. Joseph as area business celebrate the fall with pumpkins!
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