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Everything you need to know about Grass Lake's 4th of July 2026 — parade times, chicken BBQ, cardboard boat races, corn hole, DJ, and America's 250th birthday.
Grass Lake's Marla Moore won the W4 Country Idol 2026 crown on June 26 at Revel Run in Chelsea — and will open for Justin Moore in Detroit.
Grass Lake Warriors girls softball captured the MHSAA Division 3 state runner-up trophy after a 36-6 season and a thrilling run to Secchia Stadium.
Grass Lake Community Schools robotics team punches its ticket to the World Championship after a standout state competition at Saginaw Valley State University.
Photographer Chris Kent talks local sports, community storytelling, and launching Grass Lake Times with Mike Lamentola on MI PEOPLE Podcast EP#015.
On October 14, 2025, the Grass Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting celebration for Prates Place Bar & Restaurant.
Aaron Cole of Grass Lake, MI shares his journey creating the Together app — a hyper-local gig economy platform connecting neighbors for community tasks.
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❤️🌹 July Grass Lake Market – Couples Night 🌹❤️ Food Trucks Galore & Picnic & Flick at Dusk 🎬✨ Join us July 8 | 4–10 PM at Grass Lake Events Park for a night full of music, food, and summer fun… with a little extra romance in the air 💕 🎶 LIVE MUSIC LINEUP 🎤 Our Two Cents (5:00–6:30 PM) 🎸 Railcar Graffiti (6:30–8:30 PM) A high-energy roots rock + indie folk duo bringing an engaging, can’t-sit-still kind of show! Expect a mix of old-time string band vibes, Celtic roots, and pure good time energy 🔥 🛍️ Community Swap ♻️ Bring something, take something, or just browse. No cost, just community 💚 🍴 FOOD TRUCK HEAVEN (seriously… come hungry) 🌮 Cookin’ with Beans – street tacos (chicken + steak) 🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster – lobster rolls, tacos & more 🍔 The Great American Food Truck 🍹 Pour Decisions on Wheels – drinks to keep you cool 🎯 Vendors, produce, shopping, games, and more! 🎬 Picnic & Flick at Dusk featuring Song Sung Blue Bring a blanket, grab dinner, and settle in for a movie under the stars ✨ Whether it’s date night, family night, or just a good excuse to get out… this is one you won’t want to miss ❤️
Wednesday group runs are back and better than ever! We have been wonderfully welcomed by Prates Place to serve as our mid-week headquarters. Join us for a lovely run around the lake (several routes and distances available) then back to Prates to hang out and enjoy their patio and great food and drinks. Let the summer fun begin!
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