Name: EMBELLISH: I HEARD THE BELLS ON CHRISTMAS DAY
Start: 2026-11-21
End: 2026-11-21

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

BRENDA AUSTIN, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR  
  
The Embellish Handbell Ensemble, under the direction of Brenda E. Austin, presents an inspiring afternoon of music celebrating light, joy, and the changing season. Featuring lyrical originals, festive favorites, and dynamic handbell artistry, the program also includes a special collaboration with Trinity’s Resound Bell Choir, creating a joyful and memorable musical experience.  
  
This is a perfect way to begin enjoying some of your Christmas favorites and to hear them played by extraordinary handbell ringers. Their techniques will amaze, and their musicianship will bring to life cherished favorites and new   
compositions alike.

EMBELLISH: I HEARD THE BELLS ON CHRISTMAS DAY

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