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oin the Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) on Saturday, February 4th for the annual Ethnic Heritage Festival. The Festival is a day-long celebration of music, dance, crafts and food representing the various ethnic groups that call West Michigan home. The City of Grand Rapids and the surrounding region have a long standing history of diversity and various cultural traditions dating back from early explorers and fur traders, to modern day cultural rituals from new residents of the region. The event will begin at 10am and features a variety of organizations, performances, beer tastings and presentations. The Museum Café will feature ethnic food selections and a special International Beer Tasting. Event activities are included with general admission to the Museum. The 2017 Ethnic Heritage Festival will also celebrate the opening of a new temporary exhibit, Journey to the Pacific, showcasing cultures of the Pacific region. This exhibit will be free with admission to the Museum. Visitors will be able to view the Museum’s exhibitions, with two specific exhibitions having a primary focus on diversity and culture: Newcomers: The People of This Place which highlights the ethnic groups that have settled the Grand Rapids area, and Anishinabek: The People of this Place which focuses on the Native American culture in the region. 08 FARANDULAMI.COM |FEBRUARY 2017
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nete al Museo Público de Grand Rapids (GRPM) el sábado, 4 de febrero para el Festival anual de la Herencia étnica. El Festival es una celebración de un día con música, danza, artesanías y comida que representa a los diversos grupos étnicos de West Michigan. La ciudad de Grand Rapids y sus alrededores tienen una larga historia con mucha diversidad y varias tradiciones culturales que se remontan desde los primeros exploradores y comerciantes de pieles, hasta los rituales culturales modernos de los residentes nuevos de la región. El evento comenzará a las 10 am y cuenta con una variedad de organizaciones, actuaciones, y presentaciones. La cafetería del Museo contará con selecciones de comida étnica y un menú de cervezas internacionales. Las actividades del evento están incluidas con la entrada general al Museo. El Festival anual de la Herencia étnica también celebrará la apertura de una nueva exposición temporal llamada Journey to the Pacific, mostrando las diferentes culturas de la región del Pacífico. Los visitantes podrán presenciar las exposiciones del Museo, con dos exposiciones específicas que se centran principalmente en la diversidad y la cultura.
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Short’s Brewing Co. Anni Party 13 Battle of the Bands
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hort’s Brewing Company announced the lineup for their Anni Party 13 Battle of the Bands. Over the course of the next two months, 21 selected bands will battle for a paying gig to perform as the opener at Short’s 13th Anniversary Party on April 29th, 2017. Selected bands will take the pub stage on seven Sundays this winter and spring, three each evening, to show off their skills. Each band will play three songs (one song must be original) in front of a live audience and Short’s panel of celebrity judges including representatives from the Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology and Earthwork Music. Bands will be evaluated on their stage presence, “tightness,” original song, and overall party “vibe.” The band(s) with the highest overall scores will move on to the semi-finals. A final battle will be held on Sunday, April 2nd. The Battle of the Bands began on Sunday, January 22nd, with performances by Benjamin James and Zander Michigan at 4:30 pm. Other bands included Hurry Home, Red Herring, The Gasoline Gypsies, Jack Pine, ellyeahdehd, Impulsive Hearts, Dos Ultra, Tell Yo Mamma, and Strobelite Honey. For more information visit shortsbrew.com/battleofthebands2017. español
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hort's Brewing Company anunció la alineación para su fiesta anual número 13; Guerra de las Bandas. A lo largo de los próximos dos meses, 21 bandas seleccionadas competirán en un concierto de la fiesta de Aniversario número 13ª de la cervecería Short’s que se llevará acabo el 29 de abril de 2017. Las bandas seleccionadas tomarán el stage del pub en siete domingos diferentes este invierno y primavera, para mostrar sus habilidades. Cada banda tocará tres canciones (una canción debe ser original) quienes estarán tocando frente a una audiencia en vivo y un panel de jueces, incluyendo representantes del Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology y Earthwork Music. Las bandas serán evaluadas por su presencia en el escenario, "tightness", la canción original y el "vibe" de la fiesta en general. La banda con la mayor puntuación global pasará a las semifinales. La batalla final se llevará a cabo el domingo 2 de abril. La Batalla de las Bandas comenzó el domingo, 22 de enero, con actuaciones de Benjamin James y Zander Michigan a las 4:30 pm. Otras bandas incluyeron a Hurry Home, Red Herring, The Gasoline Gypsies, Jack Pine, ellyeahdehd, Impulsive Hearts, Dos Ultra, Tell Yo Mamma, y Strobelite . Para más información visite Shortsbrew.com/battleofthebands2017. FARANDULAMI.COM | FEBRUARY 2017
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Trump Executive Order to Reverse Federal Agency ACA Policies
Two weeks before the healthcare insurance enrollment period for 2017 ends, President Trump decided not to wait for Congress "Repeal and Replace the ACA" bills that will be making their way through the Senate and the House of Representatives over the next several months. In his first day in office, he signed an executive order instructing federal agencies to decrease economic burden of any policies and regulations that impact the constituencies of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Those constituencies include physicians, hospitals, other providers, insurance and drug companies and consumers. "Latinos are the consumers who will be impacted the most since they continue to have the highest rates of uninsured," commented Dr. Elena Rios, president and CEO of the National Hispanic Medical Association, and they should continue to apply for insurance at www.healthcare.gov until Jan. 31st. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, after the ACA became law, between 2013 and 2015, the uninsured rate for Hispanics fell from 26 percent to 17 percent – a sharper decline than for any other group. Nationally, the total number of uninsured less than 65 years old fell from 41.1 million to 28.5 million, reducing the overall uninsured rate from 15 percent to a historic low of 10 percent over the period.
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La orden ejecutiva de Trump revertirá las políticas sobre la ACA de las agencias federales Dos semanas antes de que termina el periodo de inscripciones en un seguro médico para 2017, el Presidente Trump decidió no esperar a que el Congreso "derogara y sustituyera los proyectos de ley ACA" que pasarán por el Senado y Cámara de Representantes durante los próximos meses. En su primer día como mandatario, firmó una orden ejecutiva instruyendo a las agencias federales para que redujeran la carga económica de cualquier política o regulación que tenga un impacto en los grupos afectados por la Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible (ACA). Dichos grupos incluyen médicos, hospitales, otros proveedores, compañías de seguro y de medicamentos y consumidores. "Los latinos son los consumidores que se verán más afectados ya que siguen teniendo las mayores tasas de no asegurados", dijo la Dra. Elena Rios, presidenta y CEO de la Asociación Nacional Médica Hispana, y deberían seguir solicitando seguro en www.healthcare.gov hasta el 31 de enero. Según la Kaiser Family Foundation, después de que la ACA se convirtió en ley, entre 2013 y 2015, la tasa de no asegurados para los hispanos cayó de 26 por ciento a 17 por ciento, la disminución más pronunciada que cualquier otro grupo. A escala nacional, el número total de no asegurados con menos de 65 años de edad cayó de 41.1 millones a 28.5 millones, reduciendo la tasa general de no asegurados de 15 por ciento a un mínimo histórico de 10 por ciento durante el periodo.
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t's been an incredible year for La Furia del Ritmo. They released their most spellbinding hit yet 'Tu Eres Mi Música’ which will be available February 14. The band opened the doors to Farándua magazine on Saturday, January 14, with an additional twist. Fans were encouraged to watch the live recording via facebook to hear the full song a half hour early on the band’s official page. For more information visit www.lafuriadelritmo.com email to: calderonpromo@gmail.com or follow them on Instagram: lafuriadelritmo, facebook lafuriadelritmooficial
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a sido un año increíble para La Furia del Ritmo. Lanzaron su más fascinante éxito ‘Tu Eres Mi Música’ que estará disponible el 14 de febrero. La banda abrió las puertas a la revista Farándua el sábado 14 de enero, con un toque adicional para todos los aficionados a quienes se les animó a ver la grabación en vivo y directo desde River City Studios a través de facebook Live para escuchar la canción completa, a través de la página oficial de la banda. Tu Eres Mi Música sale justo a tiempo para el Dia del Amor y La Amistad; una canción que llegará al corazón de todos aquellos que estan enamorados, y pondrá a llorar a dos o tres que andan sufriendo el mar de amores. Para más información visite www. lafuriadelritmo.com Correo electrónico a: calderonpromo@gmail.com o seguirlas en Instagram: lafuriadelritmo, facebook lafuriadelritmooficial
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FarándulaMag: Where are you from? GS: La Habana,Cuba FarándulaMag: Favorite food GS: Pizza
FarándulaMag: Favorite thing to do GS: Spending time with my family and my friends , dancing and taking pictures. FarándulaMag: Favorite movie GS: The Perfect Match FarándulaMag: Favorite actor/ actrees GS: Sofia Vergara FarándulaMag: Favorite restaurant GS: Olive Garden FarándulaMag: What did you do before winning the Miss Belleza West Michigan Pageant? GS: I was an ordinary girl focusing on school and my dreams. FarándulaMag: Tell me about how much your life has changed since you won. GS: I’m still the same girl with a crown or without one but it changed for the better It made me feel proud of myself because it made me realize I can achieve my dreams if I work hard . FarándulaMag: Can you tell me about the pressure leading up to the competition? GS: It is a lot of pressure because you want to give your best, and never give up because there are many people that believe in you and trust you in you. FarándulaMag: What does this title represent to you? GS: This title means a lot to me , It shows me that any of my dreams can become true, and this was one of them. I am very proud to represent the Hispanic community. español FarándulaMag: ¿De dónde eres? GS: La Habana, Cuba FarándulaMag: Comida favorita GS: Pizza
FarándulaMag: ¿Qué hacias antes de ganar el concurso de Miss Belleza West Michigan? GS: Yo era una chica ordinaria concentrada en la escuela y mis sueños.
FarándulaMag: Cuéntame cuánto ha cambiado tu FarándulaMag: Lo que más le gusta hacer vida desde que ganaste. GS: Pasar tiempo con mi familia y mis amigos, GS: Sigo siendo la misma chica con una corona o sin ella pero bailando y tomando fotos. cambió para mejor Me hizo sentir orgullosa de mí misma, porque me dí cuenta de que puedo lograr mis sueños si trabajo duro. FarándulaMag: Película favorita GS: El Partido Perfecto FarándulaMag: ¿Qué te representa este título? GS: Este título significa mucho para mí, me demuestra que FarándulaMag: actor favorito / actrees cualquiera de mis sueños pueden llegar a ser realidad, y estoy muy GS: Sofia Vergara orgullosa de representar a la comunidad hispana. FarándulaMag: Restaurante favorito GS: Olive Garden
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ell House was established in 1977 with a mission to provide safe, affordable and barrier free housing to homeless citizens of Grand Rapids. For over 36 years, they have been devoted to taking people off the streets, changing their lives and fighting the stigmas that surround homelessness. By turning vacant houses into homes, unused land into gardens and believing that no citizen should be left out in the cold, Well House enriches the community by giving hope to the hopeless. We sat down with executive director Tami VandenBerg to talk about Well House, her plans for the future and why she is passionate about making a difference in her community. FarándulaMag: Tell us about Well house… about your organization and your mission. Tami: Well House has actually been around since the 1970s. It was started by a woman named Marian Clements and has remained fairly under the radar throughout the years. Marian had actually experienced homelessness herself; she also had struggles with mental health and depression. She discovered that founding the Well House, which is meant to help to take others off of the street and alleviate their struggles, was a way she found meaning herself. I started as a volunteer and board member over the years. In January 2013, I became the director. When I came on we had three houses and now we have expanded to thirteen; so, we are expanding quickly. All of our houses are located on the south-east side of Grand Rapids which is in a mile radius of our headquarters. We also have five or six vacant lots that we grow food on. Our mission is to provide safe, permanent, and affordable housing for people that have been living on the streets. Well House is not a shelter, although we started as a shelter years ago, we have evolved to be permanent shared housing. What we mean by permanent housing, for example, is like a house that you or I own has a certain agreement with the landlord or mortgage company will keep it going as long as the agreement is successful. FarándulaMag: Tell us about the programs you run. Also, how do people get involved with Well House? Tami: Our primary program is housing. We try to make that as barrier free as possible; it's a very simple application found on our website www.wellhousegr.org. You can go to the Salvation Army or come to the Well House headquarters to apply as well. We encourage people to fill out an application even if there are no vacancies at the moment because we go through applications first for placement. The rent is $275 a month for an individual whereas family units are available for $375. This is all inclusive so electric, gas, water, as well as some food from
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our farm is provided. Once people are here, everything is voluntary, but there are employment opportunities available for those who desire. The employment is funded by a grant through the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. We can hire any tenant interested; if hired it is 10 hours a week for $11 an hour to work on one of our farm lots or to fix up our rehab houses. We have found that most people who move off the streets leave others behind. There’s a lot of comradery among those on the streets so there’s a very therapeutic aspect to working on the houses and helping get others off the streets. Having a purpose and a sense of community is really what we have seen improves both physical and mental health. FarándulaMag: How long can you stay with Well House once you are a tenant? Tami:There is no limit. Initially, Well House started out as a shelter, but we found that once people were here a couple things happened. Some of the people just really liked it because of the sense of community or opportunities they had here. For other folks, the rent situation or previous personal issues made finding other housing impossible. In the end, we are here for our tenants, to meet them where they are at. Everyone has a basic month to month lease so they have the flexibility that they may stay or leave when they are ready. FarándulaMag: What are your goals for the next few years? What do you envision for the future of Well House? Tami: We’ve spent the last three to four years focusing on doing day-to-day work, getting people in and when someone decides to move on, filling the space quickly. We’ve been purchasing more houses, fixing them up, and bringing in more people off the streets. We have brought in Grand Valley State University as a third party for evaluation; they talk to our tenants, look at our model, and analyze what kind of impact we are making. What we have found through our own data and through Grand Valley is that the model is working very well. For every one person we are able to take in, we currently turn away three. Since I came on we have taken 134 people off of the streets and 90% of them have not returned to homelessness. This is an incredible statistic because we prioritize the people who are the least likely to get into other housing. We have a lot of folks who have struggled with mental health issues, addiction, past interactions with law enforcement or physical issues; anyone who may be excluded from another housing opportunity for those reasons we have prioritized. I attribute this success to our motto of housing first, then harm reduction, and meeting people where they are at. Look, we’ve
#PureMichigan all had our different challenges over the years, and we are not here to judge anybody. Our model is also very cost effective compared to some other responses to homelessness. Now that we know the need is there and that the model is working, we are looking to expand. We hope to get at least seven more houses in the next three years as well as more vacant lots for growing food. We are trying to do this so we can continue getting people off the streets. Recently, we did a 19 to 1 campaign; data from the census 2010 showed 19,000 vacant houses in Kent County and 1,000 people seeking shelter on any given night. So, 19 vacant homes per person living on the street. We are also trying to raise awareness since this is a major issue. There is a solution, and you can be a part of it. FarándulaMag: What inspired you to get involved in Well House, and what keeps you going? Tami: I am a human rights person, a humanitarian. I always tell people to find your niche, that one thing you would always be researching anyway; find whatever you’re passionate about and pursue it! For me, I just find it ludicrous that we have people living on the street in a country that is this wealthy and this smart. I just don’t understand it, and I refuse to accept it. What keeps me going is turning over those keys. That’s something that never, ever gets old. When we have someone come in, and we get to give them the keys to their place; after that, we get to see what happens. Incredible things start to happen after that, people start to heal. After looking at a lot of different ways I could make a difference, help people, or have an impact, I came to housing because without that you spend most of your time worrying. Without housing people’s time is spent thinking about how to stay alive, how to protect their things, how to eat, and the question of where will I sleep tonight? Once housing is in place you have a base, somewhere to keep your things. You have security of a lease so you know you cannot be told to pack up and leave without going through the legal process of eviction. The stress comes from systems that we are butting up against that are not necessarily trying to solve the problem. We have been a society that has “managed” homelessness for many years. You can put up some soup kitchens or offer shelter for the night, but that’s not a long term solution. Not that those things aren’t needed and helpful, but my passion is in a real, long-term and evidence-based solution to the problem. Data from our studies and those from around the country show that providing housing as a solution for homelessness is also the most cost-effective model. It seems so obvious that we have these vacant houses so why don’t we fix them up and use them to get homeless people off the streets? Let’s grow food on vacant lots; it makes so much sense. Why haven’t we done that before? There are those who say “well, they’re just going to destroy the houses” or “they’ll ruin the neighborhood.” Certainly things do get broken and somebody gets evicted every once in a blue moon, but they’re just human beings. They should be treated with respect and dignity and in turn, they will treat you and the property with respect. People are always beat down; when they go to places for help people first assume that they’re lazy or trying to abuse the system. What we work hard to do when people move in is to just value them as human beings. When you have high expectations from people they will almost always rise up to meet them!
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Litehouse Chunky Bleu Cheese features fresh buttermilk, homemade mayonnaise and a blend of spices as the backdrop for awardwinning artisan blue cheese chunks that will make your fellow sports fans cheer for more. Expand on tradition. Tailgating is a time-honored tradition, and the food lineup is often based on familiar fare. Along with those fan favorites, don’t be afraid to put some new flavors into play, such as these Sticky Sesame Chicken Wings that add a tangy ethnic flair to traditional wings. Find more game day recipes at LitehouseFoods.com.
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Sticky Sesame Chicken Wings
Rendimiento: 4 porciones Tiempo de preparación: 10 minutos Tiempo de cocina: 40 minutos
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1/4 taza de harina 1/4 cucharadita de sal 20 alitas de pollo 3 cucharadas de salsa de soja 2 cucharadas de aceite de sésamo 1/2 cucharadita de Litehouse instantáneo, ajo fresco 3 cucharadas de agua 1/2 taza de azúcar morena 1 cucharada de almidón de maíz en rodajas de cebollas verdes, para adornar las semillas de sésamo, para adornar los palitos de apio (opcional) Litehouse Homestyle Ranch y Chunky Bleu Cheese Dressing
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ust like your favorite sports team, hosting a winning big-game party or tailgate takes planning, preparation and teamwork. To make your festivities fun-filled, remember these entertaining tips that are sure to score big with your fans. Scatter the refreshments. Help direct movement and traffic flow by setting up food stations. Using different rooms or areas helps prevent congestion and encourages guests to mingle. Try placing finger foods and other appetizers in a couple of locations, beverages in another area and desserts in yet another space. Embrace variety. Take into account taste preferences and dietary needs, and have have an assortment of food and drinks available. Offer spicy op
tions along with less seasoned dishes, Build your roster. If your party is a potluck, encourage guests to sign up for dishes so you don’t end up with multiple versions of the same thing. Create a discussion group online, or simply ask guests to indicate what they’ll bring along with their RSVP. Don’t forget the dips. Wings are a tailgating staple, and dips are a great way to complement those zesty flavors or cool the heat, but you may find yourself in a team rivalry when it comes to the preferred dip at the game day bash: ranch or bleu cheese dressing? Both pair well with a range of wing flavors, so these dips are sure to be crowd pleasers. The delicious combination of fresh herb and vegetable flavors make Litehouse Homestyle Ranch a perfect party choice, and
Como Preparar un Delicioso Sticky Sesame Chicken Wings
1/4 cup flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 20 chicken wings 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon Litehouse Instantly Fresh Garlic 3 tablespoons water, divided 1/2 cup brown sugar 1tablespoon cornstarch sliced green onions, for garnish sesame seeds, for garnish celery sticks (optional) Litehouse Homestyle Ranch and Chunky Bleu Cheese Dressing
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1 - Heat oven to 400 F. 2 - In large bag, combine flour and salt. Add chicken wings and shake to coat. Discard any leftover flour. Line baking sheet with foil and spray with pan spray of your choice. Place wings in single layer on baking sheet. 3 - Bake wings 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through. 4 - In sauce pan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, 2 tablespoons water and brown sugar. Whisk together remaining water and cornstarch, and pour into sauce. Bring to boil then simmer until thickened. 5 - When wings are done, toss with sauce, garnish with green onion and sesame seeds, and serve with celery sticks, ranch and bleu cheese dressing.
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1 - Caliente el horno a 400 F. 2 - En una bolsa grande, combine la harina y la sal. Añadir las alas de pollo y agitar para cubrir. Deseche cualquier resto de harina. Coloque una hoja de hornear con papel de aluminio y rocíe spray de pan. Coloque las alas en una sola capa en la bandeja para hornear. 3 - hornear las alas 40-45 minutos, girando a la mitad del tiempo asignado. 4 - En una sartén a fuego medio, combine la salsa de soja, el aceite de sésamo, el ajo, 2 cucharadas de agua y el azúcar moreno. Mezclar el resto del agua y la fécula de maíz, y vierta en la salsa. Lleve a ebullición y cocine a fuego lento hasta que espese. 5 - Cuando las alas estén listas, mezcle con salsa, guarnición con cebolla verde y semillas de sésamo, y servir con palitos de apio, rancho y queso azul.
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6 Romantic Restaurants in West Michigan for Your Sweetest Day Date Night by: Kahlen Duffany
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ove is in the air; on February 14 restaurants around the will be filled with couples celebrating the closest thing to magic that the world has ever seen, love. Whether it was just celebrated in marriage, a couple months, or over fifty years together, Valentine’s Day is one night where romance is staple for all of its festivities. What better way to celebrate a couple’s love then to dine together in a delightful ambiance with rich and savory food? Western Michigan has some of the best romantic restaurants where couples can celebrate their life and love together for an unforgettable experience.
Amore Trattoria Italiana | 5080D Alpine Ave NW, Comstock Park, MI 49321 www.amoretrattoriaitaliana.com Dive into the world of Italia with Amore Trattoria Italiana. This award-winning restaurant serves up more than local authentic Italian greatness, but it also has a romantic ambiance that flows throughout the entire restaurant. They offer a variety of services such as wine dinners, beer dinners, live music, private dining, chef tables, and catering. Are you looking for more than just a dine-in experience? If so, Amore Trattoria Italiana offers cooking classes that teach you multiple Italian recipes. As a couple, you will be able to laugh and brush up on your cooking skills with a night to remember. Brewery Vivant | 925 Cherry St SE, Grand
Rapids, MI 49506 www.breweryvivant.com. If you and your significant other are looking for a unique place that serves up amazing food and beer from scratch then Brewery Vivant is the right place for your Valentine’s Day! This Brewery blends Belgian and French traditions to create one of a kind beer for its guests. Not only is the beer made from their own recipe, but they also offer a multitude of European dishes that are made from scratch in their kitchen. Come and take a look for yourself; the lively atmosphere and food is sure to bring you to another continent.
Grove | 919 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
www.groverestaurant.com Grove sets the bar for restaurants that take pride in serving honest food to its guests. If you and your significant other are looking for a restaurant that will provide hearty and tastefully crafted dishes made by locally sourced ingredients then you have come to the right place! Grove is a farm-to-table style restaurant
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6 Restaurantes Romaticos para Festejar el Dia de San Valentin Amore Trattoria Italiana | 5080D Alpine Ave NW,
Comstock Park, MI where the chef only cooks with and creates dishes from the local farms around. They create dishes that are innovative and sure to keep your stomach happy with delight. What could be better than having a romantic dinner that you don’t have to feel guilty about after?
Ju Sushi & Lounge | 1144 E Paris Ave SE
#9, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 www.jusushi.com Are you or your sweetie sushi lovers? Are you looking for a place that creates a big city sushi restaurant experience with an expansive Japanese menu? Ju Sushi & Lounge in Grand Rapids will definitely knock your socks off. They are a premiere sushi destination that not only serves delectable sushi, but other Japanese fare; getting thirsty? They also offer a full bar service to meet everyone’s needs. Their relaxing atmosphere will set the mood for the night as you enjoy their flavorful Japanese dishes. Don’t want to miss out on this experience? Be sure to call today to make a reservation.
The Chop House | 190 Monroe Ave NW,
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 thechophousegrandrapids.com The Chop House in Grand Rapids is the perfect place to be if you are a meat enthusiast. They serve up only the finest cuts of USDA beef that are sure to create a stunning and exceptional entrées. Are you not a fan of meat? That’s ok, they have fresh seafood waiting to be cooked to perfection. The Chop House pairs its fine dishes with an extensive wine list that will be sure to keep your taste buds wanting more. Be sure to take your romantic night with your sweetie to The Chop House for a night to remember!
Pietro's Italian Restaurant | 2780 Birch-
crest Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 www.pietrosgr.com Do you want to take your sweetheart to a place where you both can experience a little taste of Italy in your backyard? Bring them to Pietro’s Italian Restaurant. Pietro’s is family run and mixes old northern Italian recipes with a down-to-earth atmosphere. They pride themselves in serving Western Michigan only the finest of pasta dishes. Pietro’s creates their pasta in-house, and their fettucine has been known to be award winning. Come visit today and be sure to enjoy a wholesome family style Italian meal; this will be a night that your taste buds will get to go on a vacation to Italy!
Sumergete en el mundo de Italia con Amore Trattoria Italiana. Este galardonado restaurante sirve auténticos platillos italianos, pero también tiene un ambiente romántico que fluye a lo largo de todo el restaurante. Ofrecen una variedad de servicios tales como cenas con su delicioso vino, cenas con cerveza, música en vivo, cenas privadas, y catering.
Brewery Vivant | 925 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Si usted y su pareja están buscando un lugar único el cual sirva comida deliciosa y una deliciosa cerveza; Brewery Vivant es el lugar adecuado para el Día de San Valentín! Esta cervecería combina cervezas tradiciones belgas y franceses para traerte una deliciosa e irresistible noche. No sólo la cerveza es elaborada con su propia receta, sino que también ofrecen una multitud de platos europeos. Ven y echa un vistazo por ti mismo; con un gran ambiente animado y con su deliciosa comida seguramente te llevará a otro continente.
Grove | 919 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Grove orgullosamente sirve buena comida a sus huéspedes. Si usted y su pareja están buscando un restaurante que ofrezca platos abundantes, elaborados con ingredientes de origen local, entonces has venido al lugar correcto!
Ju Sushi & Lounge | 1144 E Paris Ave SE #9, Grand
Rapids, MI
¿Eres amante del sushi? ¿Está buscando un lugar el cual crea una experiencia única estilo japonés? Ju Sushi & Lounge en Grand Rapids sin duda dejará un delicioso sabor en el paladar. No se puede perder esta gran experiencia de disfrutar su cena de San Valentin al estilo japonés. Asegúrese de llamar hoy para reservar su mesa.
The Chop House | 190 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The Chop House es el lugar perfecto si eres un entusiasta de la carne. Sirven sólo los mejores cortes de carne de USDA los cuales crean unas entradas impresionantes y excepcionales. ¿No eres fanático de la carne? no te preocupes, The Chop House también cuenta con mariscos frescos esperando para ser cocinados a la perfección. The Chop House combina sus platos finos con una amplia carta de vinos que de seguro satisfacerán tu paladar.
Restaurante italiano de Pietro | 2780 Birchcrest Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 ¿Quieres llevar a tu novia a un lugar donde ambos pueden experimentar un poco del sabor del Amore Italiano? Trae a esa persona especial al restaurante italiano Pietro’s. Pietro’s es un restaurante familiar el cual mezcla recetas antiguas del norte de Italia con un ambiente realista. Se enorgullecen de servir los mejores platos de pasta de Western Michigan. Pietro’s crea su pasta en casa, y su fettucine ha sido conocido por ser galardonado en el estado. Venga a visitar hoy y asegúrese de disfrutar de una sana comida italiana con estilo familiar.
www.delgadoautoservices.com
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EVENTS IN WEST MICHIGAN EVENTOS EN EL OESTE DE MICHIGAN
03 THE GREAT INDOORS +
ON THE LINE + BRITES + FALLOW LAND
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 8:00 pm | $10 adv/$12 dos, all ages
West Michigan Symphony Presents: Beethoven Triple
Frauenthal Theater
425 W. Western Ave. Muskegon, MI 49440 Glinka’s Overture to his opera Ruslan and Ludmilla contains a combination of exuberance and heroism that is uniquely Russian. Then, the Beethoven Triple, known for its chamber-like qualities and focus on the solo musicians.
Mozart, Mahler & Marcelo
DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Gustav Mahler’s popular Fifth Symphony, with its sentimental, musical love letter to his wife, Alma, is in the spotlight with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17, one of many he wrote for himself to play to dazzle the audiences of late 18th century Vienna.
2017 Coopers Glen Music Festival
Radisson Plaza Hotel 100 West Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007
“A Man for All Seasons” - The Story of St. Thomas More
Wealthy Street Theatre 1130 Wealthy SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 “A Man for All Seasons” will be performed by middle and high school students of Sacred Heart Academy’s Theatre Arts Program
Chicago Dueling Pianos Live at Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds
Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo, MI 491117
Feel the thrill of the original Chicago Dueling Pianos! It’s a piano duo, a night of comedy, top forty hits, oldies, dance tunes, and novelty songs all in one show. 20 FARANDULAMI.COM |FEBRUARY 2017
The Block 360 W. Western Ave. 2nd floor Muskegon, MI 49440
WMS violist Csaba Erdélyi and cellist David Peshlakai play a program of Eastern European folk music from Hungary, Transylvania, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Slovakia, and Ukraine. David Peshlakai is Principal Cellist of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra and Kalamazoo College Cello Instructor. He is also a member of the Burdick-Thorne String Quartet. Erdélyi made musical history when in ‘72, become the only violist ever to win the Carl Flesch Violin Competition. He was solo violist on the soundtrack of Amadeus and has recorded the Bartok concerto with the New Zealand Symphony.
SpeakEZ 5th Anniversary Party!
SpeakEZ Lounge
600 Monroe Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI
SpeakEZ Lounge first opened its doors on February 2nd, 2012. We can’t believe it’s been five years already! This has been an incredible ride and we’ll be saying a great big “thank you” to our staff, guests, friends and family with a birthday bash for the ages! Stay tuned for full details, but you can certainly expect some ridiculous specials and deals on food and drinks as well as an all-star lineup of some our our favorite musical acts who have graced our stage over the years! Cheers to the next five years!
Grand Rapids Symphony’s Sibelius Symphony No. 5
DeVos Performance Hall
303 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Join guest conductor Teddy Abrams and violinist Benjamin Beilman on January 13 and 14 to experience selections from Barber, Prokofiev, Copland, and Sibelius. The most popular work by great Finland composer, Jean Sibelius, shares the bill with Aaron Copland’s Oscar-nominated film score to Our Town, which also was an Oscar nominee for best picture in 1941. Free pre-concert conversation begins at 7pm.
Paw Patrol Paw-ty
The C Bar
11111 Wilson Rd., New Buffalo, MI 49117 DJ Lori has been rockin’ the DJ scene since 1985 and continues to give a stellar performance with mashups, hip-hop, Top40 and whatever it takes to keep the night energetic and fun
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68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI
Performances @The Block: Csaba Erdélyi
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MANNEQUIN PUSSY
Pyramid Scheme
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Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Presented by WGVU
DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 $25, $35, $45, $55, and $75 for VIP
The legacy of the beloved “Mister Rogers” lives on with the hit television series, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, from The Fred Rogers Company and airing daily on PBS Kids.
SUPER HAPPY FUNTIME BURLESQUE
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 pm | $10 GA, $25 VIP, ages 18+
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Rock Band Karaoke at Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds
Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo, MI 491117 no cover
ALEXANDER LYNCH + HUMONS + KID RUNNER + REBEL KUZCO
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 7:00 pm | $10, all ages
ART DETECTIVES
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
GILMORE CAR MUSEUM’S ANNUAL BEER TASTING: PINT WITH THE PAST
Gilmore Car Museum 6865 W Hickory Rd Hickory Corners, MI 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
American Legion Band Winter Concert
Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts 221 Columbia Ave. Holland, MI 7:30pm
Holland Civic Theatre Presents: Lion In Winter
Holland Civic Theatre 50 West Ninth Street Holland, MI 7:30pm $10-$18
Park Theatre: A Tribute To THE ROLLING STONES
Combining the silly fun of karaoke with the energy of a live rock band. Rock Band Karaoke allows anyone to fulfill their rock and roll fantasy. Singing is only half the fun! Watching others performing their unique renditions of rock’s greatest songs also contribute to the hilarity.
Park Theatre 248 South River Avenue Holland, MI Doors 7PM, show 8PM $15-$20
SUPER HAPPY FUNTIME BURLESQUE
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI Adult 14–64: $14.50, Senior 65 & older: $11, Students with ID: $11, Children 5–13: $7, Children 3–4: $4, Children 2 & younger: Free
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 pm | $10 GA, $25 VIP, ages 18+
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Professional Bull Riders: Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour
Opera Grand Rapids the Betty Van Andel Opera Center 1320 East Fulton, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
SUPER HAPPY FUNTIME BURLESQUE
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 pm | $10 GA, $25 VIP, ages 18+
Winter Family Day
Heritage Theatre Group Masquerade
Divani 15 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI $55 individuals; $90 couples Heritage Theatre Group’s 3rd Annual Fundraising Gala! Hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, dancing, and performances await you at Divani, as well as a silent auction and raffle. DJ services will be provided by Epik Productions. Tickets are $55 for individuals and $90 for couples.
7th Annual Married Couples Valentine Social Whitlow’s 4610 Airline Rd., Muskegon,MI $30.00 per couples
Hairmania Live at Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds
Hard Rock Cafe Four Winds 11111 Wilson Rd, New Buffalo, MI no cover
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M.Y. Musical Writing Workshop
Dog Story Theater 7 Jefferson SE, Grand Rapids, MI $14 This 2-hour musical-writing workshop is led by local playwrights Ian Andrew Mockerman & Julia Yob of M.Y. Musical World.
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The World’s Water, Food, and Energy Choke Pointswith Keith Schneider, Circle of Blue and Jennifer Turner, Wilson Center
Aquinas College Performing Arts Center 1607 Robinson Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI $10 members/ $15 non-members
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RETRO D’LUXE: 80S PROM!
Pyramid Scheme
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 pm | $10 GA, $25 VIP, ages 18+
10:00 pm | $5, ages 21+
2017 Grand Rapids Boat Show at DeVos Place
DeVos Place 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI Adult – $10 | Children (6-14) – $4 | 5 & Under – Free
TRAXXAS MONSTER TRUCK DESTRUCTION TOUR
Wings Event Center 3600 Vanrick Drive Kalamazoo, MI 7:30 pm $10-28
LOVE & LAUGHTER PT. 3: JAGGED EDGE FT. DONNELL JONES & KELLY PRICE
Kalamazoo State Theatre 404 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo, MI 8:00 pm $49.00+
LIVE AT OLD DOG TAVERN: FRONTIER RUCKUS CD RELEASE PARTY!
Old Dog Tavern 402 E. Kalamazoo Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm $12.00
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Grand Rapids Symphony: Symphony with Soul featuring Lalah Hathaway
DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 16th annual celebration of African-American musical expression, bridging cultures through the shared language of music.
BEYOND BASH 2K17 FEAT. GUILTY SIMPSON + CLEAR SOUL FORCES + SUPERDRE + REBEL KUZCO + PHILO + SHAMAR ALEF
Pyramid Scheme
Grand Rapids Legacy Ball 2017
JW Marriott 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503 $100
In recognition of Black History Month, Grand Rapids will host its Annual Grand Rapids Legacy Ball
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Grand Rapids Symphony: Symphony with Soul featuring Lalah Hathaway
DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
16th annual celebration of African-American musical expression, bridging cultures through the shared language of music.
68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI
8:30 pm | $10 adv/$15 dos, ages 21+
THE GILMORE KEYSFEST 2017
The Epic Center 359 S Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI 9:00 am - 6:00 pm FREE
KALAMAZOO REPTILE AND EXOTIC PET EXPO
Kalamazoo County Expo Center 2900 Lake Street Kalamazoo, MI 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Adults $5; Children $2; Children under 6 free, Family Max $20
ALL EARS THEATRE
First Baptist Church 315 W. Michigan Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm FREE
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2ND ANNUAL LIVING THE DREAM: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. Portage Northern High School Auditorium 1000 Idaho Avenue Portage, MI 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm FREE
AMERICAN MADE TOUR
Wings Event Center 3600 Vanrick Drive Kalamazoo, MI $30-60 8:00 pm
Grand Rapids Symphony’s The Baroque Coffee Concert
Royce Auditorium, St. Cecilia Music Center 24 Ransom Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI $16, $5 for students
This one-hour Friday morning concert features selections from the February 24 Respighi, Handel & Fireworks GREAT ERAS concert. Free pre-concert reception with coffee and pastries begins at 9 AM.
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