10 Things To Do this Weekend: April 13th-15th

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 303 Pearl St., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Runs through January 6, 2019 - Regular Museum Hours

Cost: Museum Admission $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for senior citizens and military service members, $6.00 for college students with ID, $4.00 for youth ages 6-18, Free for children under the age of 5

Grand Rapids' Central High graduate, student of dance, New York model, proud mother, and Congressman's wife. First Lady Betty Ford spoke openly about personal and political issues near and dear to her heart; her courage endeared her to the American people as she found herself in step with the times.

Woodland Mall, 3195 28th St., SE, Kentwood, MI 49512

Friday, April 13th, 2018 - 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Saturday, April 14th, 2018 - 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Sunday, April 15th, 2018 - 12:00 Noon-6:00 pm

Cost: Free

Spring has arrived in West Michigan and the housing market remains hot. If you’re looking to update your home or interiors, stop by Woodland Mall to get ideas for your new look. Whether you’re looking to update, sell or purchase a home, condo or cottage, the Home & Lifestyle Show will give you plenty of ideas and resources. The show will feature dozens of vendors that will help you update the look of your home plus vendors to help improve your standard of living.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, 1000 E Beltline Ave., NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Friday, April 13th, 2018 - 6:00 pm-10:00 pm

Cost: $300.00

Celebrate the life saving work of the American Heart Association and its impact on the lives within our community at the 2018 Grand Rapids Heart Ball. They will honor survivors of cardiovascular disease and stroke and their dedication to raise awareness on these causes. This event will include entertainment, dinner and recognition of the Richard M. DeVos award winners for 2018.

20 Monroe Live, 11 Ottawa Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Friday, April 13th, 2018 - 8:00 pm

Cost: $42.00

Lisa Lampanelli brings her stand up comedy to Grand Rapids on Friday. She will be appearing with Frank DeCaro.

Seidman College of Business, 50 Front Ave., SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Saturday, April 14th, 2018 - 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Cost: Free

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program assists low-income community members to complete their income tax returns, as a free service open to the public. Last year, volunteers assisted over 140 individuals in filing their tax returns!

Coopersville Farm Museum, 375 Main St., Coopersville, MI 49404

Saturday, April 14th, 2018- 10:00 am-1:00 pm

Cost: Donation

Local farm families share their small and baby animals at the Coopersville Farm Museum's annual Petting Zoo. Sometimes there's a cow and a goat, sometimes a chicken and a duck, but there's always bunnies! The crafty staff at the museum also has animal related crafts in store for each Saturday in April!

The DeltaPlex Arena, 2500 Turner Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544

Saturday, April 14th, 2018 - 7:00 pm

Cost: VIP Table Seating $30.00, Ringside Seats $18.00, General Admission $10.00

Boxers from across the State of Michigan will be welcomed at the DeltaPlex for Michigan’s Premier Amateur Boxing Event. Join the Michigan Golden Gloves volunteers, fans and families for what has come to be the most fun and entertaining of championship boxing shows. (Semi-finals are Friday, April 20th. Championships are Friday, April 27th. State Semi-Finals take place on Friday, May 4th with the State Championships on Saturday, May 5th)

Van Andel Arena, 130 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Saturday, April 14th, 2018 - 7:00 pm

Cost: Tickets start at $19

It’s the final game of the regular season! The Season Finale is presented by Huntington Bank. There will also be a Friday night jersey auction after the game.

The DeltaPlex Arena, 2500 Turner Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544

Sunday, April 15th, 2018 - 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Cost: Admission $8, Children 5-12 $2, Children Under 5 FREE!

Swap Meet Vendors, New & Used Motorcycle Parts, Bikes, Leather, Food and more. Buy, Sell, Trade

20 Monroe Live, 11 Ottawa Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Sunday, April 15th, 2018 - 7:00 pm

Cost: Tickets start at $39.50

Brian Culbertson has received numerous awards including a 2012 NAACP Image Award nomination for Best Jazz Album; the 2012 Soul Train Award nomination for Best Contemporary Jazz Artist; 2010 American Smooth Jazz Award for Best Keyboardist; 2005 ASYM All That Jazz Award; and the 2001 National Smooth Jazz Award for Best Keyboardist, along with many other awards.