James Tompkins

March is women’s history month and to celebrate, Meijer is launching a new collection of products featuring the work of some local female artists.

March brings us both Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. One nonprofit in West Michigan is all about celebrating women year-round.

The Tibbits Opera Foundation Arts Council in Coldwater has announced the lineup for its ‘popcorn theatre’ season.

Mel Trotter Ministries is looking to raise money by showcasing the work of local artists.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — If you have a penchant for the odd and unusual, an event for you is coming to Grand Rapids. The Oddities and Curiosities Expo is coming to DeVos Place next month. People who come to the event are invited to browse and shop for a variety of rare and unusual items from local and national vendors. Among the items to check out include preserved animal specimens, horror and Halloween-inspired artwork, and what are known as “funeral collectibles.” The expo has been touring…

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A shopping event with a women focus is getting underway in Grand Rapids this weekend. The 25th annual West Michigan Women’s Expo is happening at DeVos Place starting Friday. The expo will feature hundreds of businesses that are either owned by women or focused on women. Kaylee Jones, the show manager, said there will also by pampering areas that offer facials, haircuts, food samples and more. There will also be a blood drive and a painting workshop. “Everyone is invi…

An upcoming art exhibition in Muskegon is exploring modern motherhood and family life.

HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — The city of Holland is inviting you to enjoy some outdoor music during the summer months. The city’s Friday night summer concert series in Kollen Park begins in June. The concerts are held outside along Lake Macatawa with a different musical group every week. The family-friendly concerts are free to the public. “The summer concert series is like a lot of programs that we offer through the Parks and Recreation Department — it’s centered around accessibility, inclusion and…

HASTINGS, Mich. (WOOD) — A public access show based in West Michigan has gained an unexpected following from mystery fans all over the world. Classic movie fan Randall Schaeffer approached Hastings Cable Access about the idea for the show back in the late 2000s. In each episode, Schaeffer introduces an old mystery film, many from his own personal collection, providing background on the stories and the actors involved. While it’s not known how many viewers the show has locally, in recent years, H…

WYOMING, Mich. (WOOD) — Ground was broken Tuesday on what’s being called an affordable senior apartment complex in Wyoming. The Union Suites at Michael will be located at the corner of Michael Avenue and 36th Street, the site of Wyoming’s old AT&T building. The property is being renovated to feature 150 housing units, 120 apartments, and 30 townhomes, according to Union Suites at Michael. Drone video was taken of the construction, which is already underway. “The Union Suites at Michael developme…