Contrary to what some people might think, there actually is quite a few fun ways to experience art and music in Holland and Grand Rapids. One of the coolest way to check out some art is Art Prize. Art Prize is a relatively new way to experience art around Grand Rapids. It's rapidly growing in popularity not only because it's fun to traipse around the city and join in the festivities but also because there are so many different artists and types of art displayed. Anyone can enter and there are prizes for different categories.
This year, Sean and my parents and I went the day after we got back from our trip out West. It was gorgeous weather and we had fun walking around and looking at all of the art. Though we spent the whole day at the event, we didn't even see half of all of the entries. My favorites were some of the huge sculptures, paper cuttings and all of the creative art which involved things ranging from magnifying lenses to recycled materials. The winner was a huge mosaic with a Christian theme.
A month later in Holland, there is an event called Groove Walk which takes place down town. Groove Walk is when ten different bands play in various bars and restaurants off 8th street. With one wristband you can sample lots of different genres and groups for the whole night. This year, because of great weather, all the venues were packed and people were in high spirits. I went with my friends Becky, Emily and Misha - we had a great times!
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