There's a lot going on in West Michigan this summer!
I spent this past weekend in Saugatuck, at the Waterfront Film Festival. This was the 10th year, and it was the best one yet! (My friend Dana said "you say that EVERY year!") But it's true! Great movies, fun people, and hanging out with the filmmakers-- just amazing.
If you're more into country music than movies, you're probably gearing up for this weekend's B93 Birthday Bash. It's the 15th year for this event, and there are 14 acts scheduled to perform, including Gretchen Wilson. Look for more about the history of the event, Wednesday night in my Back Story report!
The next weekend is the start of the Muskegon Summer Celebration-- REO, Kansas, and the Steve Miller Band! and I interviewed Montgomery Gentry a few years ago-- they are a riot.
Here in the FOX-17 newsroom, producer Pantaleo and our nightside assignment editor Garrett are planning out their weekend for the Rothbury Festival. (I love the Dave Matthews Band, but since I'm not much of a camper, I will probably miss it!) It will be interesting to see if it has as much success as these other festivals-- I'm guessing YES! West Michigan is the place to be this summer for fantastic shows, and this summer could be the BEST ONE EVER!
Let me know what you're up to--
See you at 10!
-Michele
Comments (1)
Hi Michele,
It was great to read about all of the events and festivals in West Michigan on your blog. May I add that the Grand Rapids Symphony's Chase Picnic Pops at Cannonsburg are just around the corner?
Classical Fireworks July 10/11,
Mariachi Cobre July 17/18
Preservation Hall Jazz Band July 24/25
"ABBA-the Hits" July 31/Aug. 1
Call Ticketmaster at 616/456-3333 or purchase at the door.
Carol Tanis, Grand Rapids Symphony
P.S. We're also doing a Lollipops Concert this summer. It's great summer entainment for the kids! Carnival of the Symphony, July 19, at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Sunshine Community Church in Grand Rapids. These 45-minute concerts are a perfect introduction to music for children ages three through six. Tickets are $5, general admission. Call Ticketmaster at 616/456-3333, or purchase at the door.
Posted by Carol Tanis | June 19, 2008 2:57 PM
Posted on June 19, 2008 14:57