The IN List 2025: January 12 - January 18

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Written By Jen Palmer

The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in Rockford, Ada, East Grand Rapids, Downtown Grand Rapids, and NE Grand Rapids.

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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.

Monday, January 12

  • Krause Memorial Library Events:

    • Babytime: 10-10:30am. Join them for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St. Rockford, MI 49341.

    • Rhyme Time Music & Movement: 11-11:30am. Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St. Rockford, MI 49341.

  • Onesie Party: 11am-8pm at St. Julian Winery. Rockford, MI. Join us at our Rockford tasting room for a Onesie Party! Grab a friend, get cozy in a onesie, and come out for a glass of wine, cocktail, or a tasting. Anyone that shows up in a onesie will get a free Apple Sauced shot. No reservations needed for groups smaller than 8.

Tuesday, January 13

  • Krause Memorial Library Events:

  • Cozy Tales: 10:30-11am at Meijer Gardens. Grand Rapids, MI. Join us for Cozy Tales featuring Jaume Plensa-inspired stories that celebrate mindfulness, expression, and the beauty of letters and words. Through storytelling, and age-appropriate activities, we will explore creativity while building early literacy skills. Best for ages 5 or younger.

  • Work from the Greenhouse: 11am-4pm. Grand Rapids Downtown Market. LEAF the home office behind and catch some rays while you work in our rooftop Greenhouse! Grab a coffee, snack, or bite to eat from the Market Hall and set up shop in the Greenhouse for a remote work experience that will have you clearing out that inbox with a smile!

Wednesday, January 14

  • Krause Memorial Library Events:

  • January Fiction Book Club: 6:30-7:30pm at Epilogue Books. Downtown Rockford, MI. Join them for their discussion of Mary Ann Shaffer's "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society." Meet inside the store - bring a drink if you would like!

  • Mom & Baby Barre Class: 10:30-11:15am at Aptitude Fitness & Yoga. Move, connect, and build strength with your baby close to your heart. This 45-minute class combines barre-inspired movement with gentle strength and posture work designed for parents in the pre or postnatal season. Perfect for non-mobile babies, you can wear your little one in a carrier or have them nearby on a blanket. Expect low-impact movement that supports stability, confidence, and community - all in a welcoming space made for you and your baby. No barre experience needed, just bring your baby and your beautiful, real self. Babies up to 18 months (or not walking welcome). Sign up online!

Thursday, January 15

  • Krause Memorial Library Events:

    • Those Magical Dames A History of Women in Magic: 6:30-7:30pm. Meet six women whose magic excited and entertained crowds from the 19th to 21st centuries and who proved that, while we often consider magic to be a male-dominated field, women can be the conjurers and not just the beautiful assistants.

  • Rustic Italian Cooking Class: 6-8pm. This Italian cooking class is designed to help you slow down and savor the moment. Discover the joy of preparing recipes with simple techniques. Whether you’re learning for weeknight meals, entertaining, or simply expanding your skills, this experience brings the comfort and soul of Italian cuisine right into your kitchen. Sign up online!

  • Free Thursdays: 5-8pm at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Downtown Grand Rapids. All guests enjoy free admission to GRAM every Thursday night (5 - 8 pm) thanks to the Meijer Foundation.

  • Luminary Bike Ride at World of Winter: 6-10pm. Starting at Field & Fire. 820 Monroe Ave NW #100
    Grand Rapids, MI.     The WoW Luminary Bike Ride is a festive winter group ride designed to bring the community together to explore city streets and enjoy World of Winter installations in a totally new way—by bike and by luminary light. This event starts in the lot next to Field and Fire and ends at the top of Studio Park’s parking deck. Get the full list of events and times here.

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show: 3-9pm at Devos Place. Grand Rapids, MI. A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state – The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations! Get tickets online.

Friday, January 16

  • Krause Memorial Library Events

    • Krause Afternoon Book Club: 1:30-2:30pm. Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss North Woods by Daniel Mason. This event will take place at City of Rockford - City Hall in the Chamber Room, 7 South Monroe St., Rockford, MI 49341.

  • 2026 World of Winter Festival: 9am-11pm. Downtown Grand Rapids. World of Winter is the LARGEST free winter festival in North America! Get ready for a winter full of free events, activities and outdoor art installations all over Downtown Grand Rapids!

    Events: https://worldofwintergr.com/event-calendar/
    Art: https://worldofwintergr.com/art-installations/

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show: 12-9pm. A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state – The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations! Get tickets online.

  • Food Truck Fridays at World of Winter: 6-9pm. Downtown Grand Rapids. Kick off your Fridays at 555 during World of Winter with food and friends! In partnership with the Grand Rapids Food Truck Association, a rotating lineup of local food trucks will be at 555 Monroe.

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Wedding Affair: 5-9pm at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Downtown Grand Rapids. Enjoy a grand evening in one of the area’s most stunning settings as we introduce you to the places, products, and people that will help your wedding come together flawlessly. Get tickets online.

Saturday, January 17

  • Jazz Brunch at Meijer Gardens: 11am-1pm. We’re thrilled to welcome back the Jazz Brunch Series at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park—where smooth melodies meet an elevated brunch experience. Warm up your winter weekends with live jazz and a seasonally inspired menu, crafted by our Culinary Arts team to pair perfectly with each performance. The Jazz Brunch features communal seating—a warm, social setting that invites you to meet fellow music lovers and share the experience together. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy great food, live jazz, and good company all in one lively space.

  • Silent Disco at World of Winter: 7-11pm. It’s time to boogie! Dance under the stars with rotating live DJs, fire performers and stunning light displays. Thank you to Alliance Beverage for sponsoring this iconic event. Location: Calder Plaza 320 Ottawa Ave NW

    Important Info:
    • No tickets are needed, this is a FREE event.
    • Headphones are first-come, first-served, arrive early to grab yours.
    • Adults only: music may include strong language and mature content.

  • Mountain Minis: 10am girls session & 11:30am coed session at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Belmont, MI. The Mountain Minis is a winter adventure team for kids ages 3-5. The program is designed to get kids outside and having fun in the snow! The Mountain Minis will spend the winter sledding, practicing balance on spooner boards, going on adventure hikes, playing games, drinking hot chocolate and more! Each session is one hour long and will have a different theme each week, incorporating sports, science, fairy tales, and a mandatory hot chocolate break! Register online.

  • Michigan Adventure Race: Looking for a race to keep you motivated this winter? Race with more than 400 others in the largest winter adventure race in the U.S. You and your teammate(s) will run on and off trail, navigate with a map, and snowshoe (short loop, snowshoes provided) and conquer Amazing Race-like challenges, collecting as many checkpoints as possible in three hours. 1-4 person teams + 2-5 person family division. Includes ¼ zip pullover ($35 retail) and goulash+fruit lunch. Register online.

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show: 10am-9pm. A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state – The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations! Get tickets online.

  • The Intersection of Art and Nature Dinomite Designs: 11am-3pm at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Downtown Grand Rapids. The Intersection of Art and Nature is a series of interactive programs that explores artistic inspiration drawn from our exhibits and nature.
    Inspired by the traveling Tyrannosaurus: Meet the Family, an exhibition created by the Australian Museum, guests of all ages will have an opportunity to create a variety of make-and-take projects inspired by T. rex and prehistoric times.

Sunday, January 18

  • Mountain Minis: 10am boys session & 11:30am coed session at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Belmont, MI. The Mountain Minis is a winter adventure team for kids ages 3-5. The program is designed to get kids outside and having fun in the snow! The Mountain Minis will spend the winter sledding, practicing balance on spooner boards, going on adventure hikes, playing games, drinking hot chocolate and more! Each session is one hour long and will have a different theme each week, incorporating sports, science, fairy tales, and a mandatory hot chocolate break! Register online.

  • Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar: 10am-2pm. We are excited to announce we are launching Brunch service with a Bloody Mary Bar! Brunch will be served from 10am-2pm, and will then switch over to our normal lunch/dinner menu until 7pm.

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show: 11am-5pm. A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state – The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations! Get tickets online.

Jen Palmer
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