Name: Friends of the Library Book Sale
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-18

Home of America's Best Burger (according to GQ magazine), Stella's also offers numerous vegan and vegetarian options featuring local produce.

Stella's Lounge

Full-Service Restaurant and Bar with 9 simulator bays, featuring Trackman and Multi Sport gaming technology. Interactive sports for everyone.

Gimme's Par & Grill

Check out the Grand Rapids Gold, the proud NBA G League Affiliate of the Denver Nuggets at NBAGrandRapids.com. The NBA G League is the NBA's official minor league, preparing players and coaches, while serving as the league's research and development featuring 28 teams, all with a direct affiliate with an NBA franchise.

Grand Rapids Gold

Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 2008, HopCat began with one simple mission: bring people together over exceptional craft beer, legendary comfort food, and a welcoming atmosphere unlike any other. What started as a local hangout quickly became a beloved destination, famous for our award-winning tap lists, boundary-pushing burgers, and the iconic Cosmik Fries. Every HopCat location across the Midwest carries its own unique vibe – rooted in the communities we serve – but you’ll always ﬁnd the same passion for great beer, friendly faces, and scratch-made food that feels like home. Whether you’re here to discover your new favorite brew, enjoy a classic cocktail, or celebrate with friends, we’re honored to be your go-to spot for memorable moments and shared stories.

**Weekly Specials at HopCat**  
Enjoy something special every day of the week! Join us for Happy Hour Monday–Friday 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, build your own $15 Pick 'Em meal M- F, grab our Thursday $9 Burger + Beer special, or start your weekend with brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am-2 pm.

HopCat - Downtown GR

Escape to a tropical paradise without leaving downtown Grand Rapids. Max’s is an immersive two-story dining and drinking experience that will transport you to the lush islands of the South Pacific.

The menu is filled with delectable island delights, from salmon and sushi to ramen and poke bowls. (There are some American dishes mixed in, too). A dazzling cocktail selection also evokes the islands in flavor and presentation. “Aloha Hour” food & drink specials are available Monday-Friday. Featuring original interior design from some of the world’s best-known tiki artisans along with a giant collection of vintage and modern tiki art and décor, Max’s is a truly one-of-a-kind, only-in-Grand Rapids adventure.

Max's South Seas Hideaway

Fresh-off-the-boat ocean cuisine is served in a casually elegant atmosphere. Choose from more than a dozen fresh catch selections, classic New England treasures, specialty pastas or fine beef.

Leo's

See the nation’s hottest touring concerts, family shows and sporting events at Van Andel Arena, West Michigan’s largest indoor entertainment venue and Billboard’s #13 Best Arena in the World in 2025! Ranked in Billboard’s 10,000-15,000 capacity category, Van Andel Arena hosts a year-round schedule of crowd-pleasing acts such as the Zac Brown Band, Post Malone, Nate Bargatze, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Disney on Ice and Monster Trucks. Van Andel is also the home “field” of three professional sports teams: the Grand Rapids Griffins, a Detroit Red Wings affiliate; the Grand Rapids Gold, affiliated with the Denver Nuggets; and the Grand Rapids Rise, a major-league women’s volleyball team. Located in downtown Grand Rapids, within a 10-minute walk of 300+ restaurants, shops and nightlife venues, Van Andel Arena is the heart of the city’s thriving entertainment scene.

Van Andel Arena

The Chop House in Grand Rapids is a beautiful destination restaurant that is richly decorated for an elegant fine dining experience. Radiating a cool, urban vibe that’s sophisticated yet comfortable, this PRIME American steakhouse impresses even the most discriminating diners. The Chop House is a perfect combination of ambiance, exceptional service and unparalleled fare; offering only the finest USDA Prime beef, wet-aged 28 days to flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. (Only two-percent of all U.S.A. beef is graded Prime.) Delight in the finest and freshest top-catch and premium seafood selections, along with only the best-rated chicken, lamb and pork selections.  
  
For after-dinner delights, indulge in La Dolce Vita’s dessert and cocktail lounge. It offers signature martinis, top-shelf liquors, after-dinner drinks and sinfully rich house made desserts. Private function rooms are also available.

La Dolce Vita at The Chop House

Treat yourself to the finer pleasures with consummately satisfying dining at The Chop House. Featuring USDA Prime Beef, the finest Midwestern, grain-fed meats, and exceptional premium wines in a refined and elegant setting.

The Chop House

We are an economic generator through sports tourism for Greater Grand Rapids and Kent County in the West Michigan area.

We own and operate an award winning baseball/softball complex; the Meijer Sports Complex [www.MeijerSportsComplex.com](https://www.MeijerSportsComplex.com) featuring eight fields, including a championship field that seats 1,000.

Our signature event, the Meijer State Games of Michigan (Olympic-style sporting event), draws 10,000 athletes through 60+ sports in its Winter and Summer Games.  We work with many of our local sports clubs and organizations to host various regional and national tournaments.

Why Grand Rapids? We have:
•	12,000 + hotel rooms (2,500 downtown)
•	234,000 square foot downtown convention center (fits 40 volleyball courts)
•	12,000 seat Van Andel Arena
•	5 facilities that feature 4+ courts and multiple grass or turf fields
•	Grant program for new events
•	and more!

West Michigan Sports Commission

Friends of the Library Book Sale  
Saturday, October 17, 2026– Sunday, October 18, 2026  
Main Library – 111 Library St NE  
  
Join us at one of the library’s biggest book sales of the year! During this popular fundraiser, find bargains to help fill your home bookshelf, office, or classroom. Materials are added throughout the day. Cash, Venmo, and credit cards are accepted at this event.   
  
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm  
All books are 50 cents each.   
  
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 1:00 – 4:00 pm  
Fill a grocery bag for $5.00. Bring your own bag.  
  
This event is presented by the Friends of the Grand Rapids Public Library. All proceeds benefit the Grand Rapids Public Library.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

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