WinterWest

04/14/2026

Volunteer Registration is Now Open for the 2026 Community Cleanup!

🎉 Volunteer Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉

The 2026 Community Cleanup is expanding to TWO citywide days — May 1 & May 2.

Join volunteers across Grand Rapids as we clean up neighborhoods and celebrate community.

👉 Get details + register: https://mailchi.mp/westgrand.org/2026-community-cleanup-4-10-2026

Choose your location, enjoy volunteer perks, and be part of this 17-year tradition.

Two Days. One City.

01/27/2026

Did you know Winter West was formed by neighbors to activate Richmond Park then Friends of Grand Rapids Parks took on the events for parks. However as they grew and the weather became unpredictable its been difficult to keep this event as planned. We are hoping to have a pop event yet this year. If you are interested in keeping winter traditions alive WGNO needs board members who can help make this happen as this event will now be part of West Grand Neighborhood Organization. We hope that there will be resident leaders who can step and help make this tradition come back better than ever!

Please click the link to complete this form.

01/15/2026

We don't have a ton of snow, but our Friends at West Grand Neighborhood Organization are cooking up some innovative ideas to continue the tradition of making the Westside the best side. No gift is to small!

The West Grand community has spoken clearly — we need more spaces for learning, wellness, safety, food access, and opportunity. We also have a rare and extraordinary chance to have those needs met under one historical roof: the former Stocking Elementary School.Today, this building sits unused. Bu...

12/23/2025

Do you want a cardboard sled race?

12/02/2025

Maybe , just maybe we could have a cardboard sledding contest, but in the meantime, please keep those vehicles locked up and valuables put away.

The Grinch is on the move… don’t make it easy!
86% of car thefts happen because the vehicle wasn’t locked.
This season:
🔐 Lock it
🎁 Lose the valuables
🌟 Park smart
👀 Stay alert

If you see suspicious activity, call 911.
Let’s keep West Grand merry, bright, and SAFE! 🎄✨

02/14/2024

Go check out world of Winter. Park in one of the two city lots, off Leonard and then hop on the Dash!

12/16/2023

Well the weather is not cooperating this year! If we get any amount of decent snow, we may just have a pop up event.if we can get permission!

12/01/2023

The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash after deputies say a car hit a pedestrian.

03/17/2022

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03/23/2021

Volunteers needed!