WYCE's Specialty programming on Friday includes Acoustic Cafe from 9-11 am and Local Spins from 11 am until Noon.

If you can't catch the shows on Friday, you can now listen to a replay on the weekend. 

On Sunday, it's Acoustic Cafe from 3-5 pm and Local Spins from 5-6 right here on a World of Music, 88.1 FM WYCE, on our app, and streaming online at WYCE dot org.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum and WYCE proudly present our "GRAM on the Green" concert series for 2025.

Our annual free outdoor music series is made possible with support from Gentex Corporation as well as Bank of America.

GRAM on the Green ends on August 7th with a performance by the Chris Canas band, beginning at 6 pm on the Museum Terrace.

Guests can enjoy food trucks, a cash bar, WYCE merchandise, and iced coffee courtesy of Gentex.

The Museum will remain open afterward for Meijer Free Thursday Nights.

More information is at ART MUSEUM G R dot ORG (artmuseumgr.org)

Support for WYCE comes from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, presenting:  "Ford at 50: Decisions that Defined a Presidency."

"Ford at 50," a temporary exhibit, features a blend of immersive set pieces, artifacts, and historic film footage highlighting the pivotal decisions President Ford made while in office. The exhibit only runs until August 19, 2025.

For more information, including museum hours, visit Ford Library Museum dot Gov.

Looking for fresh, local produce and one-of-a-kind finds?

The North Kent Connect Farmers Market could be your answer.  The farmers market happens Wednesday, August 20th from 3-6 p.m at North Kent Connect, 10075 Northland Drive in Rockford.

The market features fruits and vegetables from local farms, flowers, local handmade crafts, and goods created by North Kent Connect clients.

Whether you're feeding your family or supporting neighbors, every purchase helps our community thrive.

Learn more at nkconnect dot org

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc....bringing free summer programming like Relax at Rosa on Thursdays, street soccer leagues and farmers markets at Las Canchas, outdoor movies, and more. 

Tomorrow, August 7th, Relax at Rosa has live music from Al Bettis.

There will also be food trucks and Quinn Mathews' broadcast of WYCE's "GR Live" from Rosa Parks Amphitheatre at noon.

You can follow @ downtown gr inc  for details on upcoming event announcements from DGRI, and Downtown Gr dot Org (downtowngr.org)

Support for WYCE comes from John Ball Zoo, presenting "The Power of Pollinators." 

This exhibit features animatronic pollinators are placed across the Zoo, from bees to butterflies and more. 

Educational displays, climbable sculptures, and photo opportunities are also part of the experience. The exhibit is included with general Zoo admission.

More information is available at J B ZOO dot ORG slash EVENTS.

Support for WYCE comes from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, presenting:  "Ford at 50: Decisions that Defined a Presidency."

"Ford at 50," a temporary exhibit, features a blend of immersive set pieces, artifacts, and historic film footage highlighting the pivotal decisions President Ford made while in office. The exhibit only runs until August 19, 2025.

For more information, including museum hours, visit Ford Library Museum dot Gov.

Support for WYCE Comes from Mangiamo... A Gilmore Collection restaurant, on Lake Drive Southeast in Grand Rapids.

Mangiamo presents "Dancing with Dogs: A Howlin' Good Time at the Mansion" on Tuesday, August 19.

A crew from "A Pleasant Dog" will lead dog owners and their dogs through dance and square dance moves, all set to Chappell Roan's, "The Giver." 

No experience is necessary, and proceeds from this event will be donated to the Grand Rapids Pride Center and Fig & Friends Pet Rescue.

Tickets for both "Dancing with Dogs" nights are on sale now at universe dot com under the search term "Mangiamo."

Support for WYCE comes from Frederik Meijer Gardens, presenting the Fifth Third Bank Summer Concert Series.

Tomorrow, it's music from accomplished songwriters, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark. 

August 11th, Cheap Trick performs, and August 14th is The String Cheese Incident.

More information on these shows is available at MEIJER GARDENS dot ORG slash CONCERTS.

Support for WYCE comes from John Ball Zoo, presenting "The Power of Pollinators." 

This exhibit features animatronic pollinators are placed across the Zoo, from bees to butterflies and more. 

Educational displays, climbable sculptures, and photo opportunities are also part of the experience. The exhibit is included with general Zoo admission.

More information is available at J B ZOO dot ORG slash EVENTS.

Support for WYCE Comes from Mangiamo... A Gilmore Collection restaurant, on Lake Drive Southeast in Grand Rapids.

Mangiamo presents "Dancing with Dogs: A Howlin' Good Time at the Mansion" on Tuesday, August 19.

A crew from "A Pleasant Dog" will lead dog owners and their dogs through dance and square dance moves, all set to Chappell Roan's, "The Giver." 

No experience is necessary, and proceeds from this event will be donated to the Grand Rapids Pride Center and Fig & Friends Pet Rescue.

Tickets for both "Dancing with Dogs" nights are on sale now at universe dot com under the search term "Mangiamo."