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The Eastown Community Association is excited to announce its annual Bizarre Bazaar will be taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am to 7pm in the Ethel Lot at 420 Ethel Ave. SE and on Ethel Ave (between Wealthy St. and Sigsbee St.).

This event is Eastown’s annual celebration of the best local arts and crafts with family friendly activities, entertainment, food, craft beer tent, and canned cocktails. Also, the Kids’ Bazaar is back which features their young entrepreneurs in Eastown selling their handmade goods!

All are welcome! This event is free and open to the public. More information is available at www.eastown.org.

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Don’t miss the new exhibit, Aim High: Soaring with the Tuskegee Airmen featuring Black Wings: American Dreams in Flight.

Together, this dynamic exhibit explores multiple aspects of aviation, from the rich history of the Tuskegee Airmen to 21st century STEM concepts. Inspired by the tools and tasks related to flying and aeronautics, opening on May 23 at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum.

For more information, visit www.grcm.org. ⭐️ This exhibit is locally sponsored by The David and Carol Van Andel Family Foundation, the Steelcase Foundation, and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.

The exhibit will be on display until September 6, 2026.

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