Grand Rapids

Last week we had one of those rare days where I was traveling for work and Ted had the day off so he was able to join me. Those tend to be my favorite work trips.  We made our way into Grand Rapids for the evening to enjoy a few beers at the always fabulous, Founders.  On a Thursday night we expected to find a quite table where we could actually pull out our computers and do some research for an upcoming trip, but instead the place was absolutely packed (made for a very fun evening!)

Founders expanded this past year and there still doesn't seem to be enough space for everyone who loves their beer.  On this Thursday evening there was live music and of course incredible beers on tap.  Ted swears by the Backwoods Bastard.  I am a fan of the Breakfast Stout. And they now have a food menu- you need to try the pulled pork sandwich- I promise you won't regret it.

{Walking through downtown Grand Rapids.}

{We made it!} 

Downtown Grand Rapids

A few weeks ago we were able to spend a night in Grand Rapids.  I wish we had more time to explore the city, but the time we had made me excited to plan our next visit.  Here are a few photos from our quick evening of exploring.

Founders

Last week when we were at the Tulip Time Festival we also spent some time in Grand Rapids.  After a recommendation from a friend we found ourselves at Founders.  Have you ever been there?  We love checking out Michigan's microbreweries and this place was so fun.  The beer was delicious and I loved that they had a whole wall open so it felt like you were hanging out outside.  But of course, any place with the menu on a chalkboard and peanut shells littering the ground is good by me.

Weekend Plans

Do you have weekend plans?  We will be heading to East Lansing so see Stomp.  I have never seen the show and I am very excited, it is playing at the Wharton Center through Sunday.

Houghton Lake will be celebrating the Tip-Up Town winter festival all weekend, it is known for being Michigan's largest winter festival with a polar bear jump, how cool!

Rain is showing at the Fox Theater in Detroit.

Bodies Revealed, an exhibit on the human body, opens up at the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

This upcoming Monday is the Detroit Career Fair at the Southgate Holiday Inn.

Along with the Plymouth Ice Festival and the Auto Show there will be plenty to do around the state.  Stay warm!