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Sports Equipment Trade-In Event at Dick’s Sporting Goods - Portage, MI
Trade in quality used sports gear and receive a Dick's Sporting Goods eGift Card at a Dick's Sporting Goods and SidelineSwap event hosted at DICK'S Sporting Goods in Portage, MI. Bring equipment from sports like hockey, lacrosse, baseball, and more. Eligible items should be in good working condition, purchased within the past five years, and originally priced at $100 or more. Items that are damaged, heavily worn or moldy, older than five years, generic-brand or team-issued, or bulky categories such as bikes, kayaks, treadmills, and free weights are not accepted, and gear valued under $100 is ineligible. It is a simple way to refresh your lineup and turn gently used gear into credit for your next purchase.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (Portage, MI)Mommy & Me Greenhouse Minis (Day TWO)
Celebrate meaningful moments in a lush greenhouse setting with short Mommy and Me photo sessions at Westside Garden Center. Each session lasts 15 minutes and includes an online gallery of at least 50 images with free downloads, with the option to order prints. The total cost is $225. Additional adults such as a spouse, partner, or grandparent may be added for $25 per person. A $100 deposit is required to reserve via Venmo or Cash App, and the remaining $125 is due on the day of the session. If paying through Venmo, do not mark the transaction as a business to avoid an extra charge being taken from the payment. The deposit is nonrefundable and cannot be moved to another session in the case of a last minute cancellation or no show. Because sessions are brief, arriving late will reduce your available shooting time. To secure a spot, comment on the event and then send a direct message to the business page with your preferred time slot and email address, avoiding personal texts or personal Facebook messages. Completed galleries are planned for delivery in time for Mother’s Day.
Westside Garden CenterGlass Blowers Battle 2026
Glass artists from Chicago, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and beyond compete live in the hot shop and flame shop. Attendees can watch each matchup and vote to decide who earns cash prizes, trophies, and bragging rights for the year. The theme is Space Creatures, inspiring creations throughout the contests. The event wraps up with the Sketches to Sculptures challenge, where teams turn children’s drawings of Space Creatures into three-dimensional glass pieces in real time. This is a free, all-ages community event.
Glass Art KalamazooLakuna Links at Sweat Project Fitness
At Sweat Project Fitness, Lakuna Links hosts a personalized permanent jewelry pop-up featuring custom-fitted bracelets, anklets, and rings. Each piece is measured for a precise fit and finished without a clasp, creating a lasting accessory designed to stay on. The second chain is 50 percent off when stacking two on one person in the same area. Every permanent piece is covered for life.
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