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BBQ & Beautify
BBQ & Beautify is a summer event series that is hosted in the evening encouraging neighbors to come together and help spruce up their community park. One of the projects that will be available is tree pruning. The beautification project is followed by a free community BBQ and yard games hosted by Friends of Grand Rapids Parks. BBQ provided by Jonny B’z.
The BBQ & Beautify series promote parks usage, increase neighborhood engagement in park and tree upkeep, and engage residents in providing input on desired park enhancements. These are free events that occur in different parks throughout Grand Rapids from June to August.
This series is presented in partnership with the Kent County Health Department as part of the REACH project.
bbq & Beautify schedule
All ages are welcome and we’ll provide the tools and training for each project. Don’t worry if you need to leave early or arrive late, we’ll welcome you when you arrive. All events are hosted on Thursdays from 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
Moosejaw will be joining us as a key sponsor for Joe Taylor Park. Come to meet a new business in Grand Rapids. We will be partnering with the City of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Department and Baxter Neighborhood Association to collect feedback on park improvements for this park. Please join us and provide your input for park enhancements including a special mural by UICA in Joe Taylor Park. You can also give feedback here.
We will be partnering with the City of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Department to collect feedback on park improvements for this park. Please join us and provide your input for park enhancements. Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Association will also be providing information for upcoming neighborhood enhancement projects.
The Kent County Health Department REACH Initiative will be hosting a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. Dickinson Park will be the newest tobacco-free park in Grand Rapids.
Enjoy the new playground and splash pad after the park beautification!
We will be partnering with the City of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Department to collect feedback on park improvements for this park. Please join us and provide your input for park enhancements.
volunteer
Did you know that you can earn rewards for volunteering? By volunteering at a BBQ & Beautify event, you can earn points that are redeemable for discounts and products at local businesses. These rewards are available to both City residents and non-City residents alike. Start earning rewards today by signing up at mygrcitypoints.com!
sponsorships
Sponsorship opportunities are available. If you would like to know more about being a sponsor please contact dia@friendsofgrparks.org for details.