Oct 10 Saturday
The Packard Farmers Market returns for the 2026 season at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site. Formerly the Shelby Farmers Market, the rebranded market runs Saturdays from May 16 through October 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Shop local farmers, artisans, bakers, and makers in a historic outdoor setting. The market is open on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends and closed Saturday, July 4. Proceeds support the preservation of the Packard Proving Grounds.
More information and vendor details available at packardprovinggrounds.org/farmersmarket.
Expanded programming hours every 4th saturday with a focus on family-friendly activities and fun
Guided tours exploring Greektown's history, culture, public art, and evolving streetscape
Oct 14 Wednesday
Storytime with Programs Director, Janice Wilks! Every Wednesday from 10:30am – 11:30am Storytime will be followed by activities designed for children with developmental differences. We will never tell your child to hush or stop wiggling. Physically-distanced with stringent health and safety protocols being followed. Takes place at our office: 2505 Ardmore St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506. Every family leaves with a free book and a snack! If you plan on attending, please RSVP with the form below so we can make sure there’s enough goodies to go around.
Oct 15 Thursday
Join us at the 4th Global Congress on Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Research (GABP 2026), a Hybrid Event taking place on October 15–16, 2026, in Paris, France. Centered on the theme "From Brain to Behaviour: Advancing Integrated Care in Addiction and Mental Health,” this global forum brings together leading experts to discuss the latest developments in behavioral health, psychiatric research, and addiction treatment. Designed for psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction specialists, clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals, the conference provides a timely platform for sharing insights, innovative approaches, and impactful clinical findings.
Oct 17 Saturday