Beacon Hill at Eastgate

09/19/2025

🎨 Meet Gerry Reed, 99 — proof that art has no age limit! ♥

In this inspiring 13 On Your Side interview, Gerry shares her journey into watercolor painting and her contribution to "Ageless Art", a collaborative project created by 20 Beacon Hill residents for their first-ever ArtPrize entry. Together, the group brought the beauty of nature to life through pastels, watercolors, oils, sketches, mixed media, and even a hand-sculpted piece!

📲 Vote for Ageless Art in the ArtPrize app: entry #97353
📍 On display at Monroe Community Church, 1020 Monroe Ave. NW
🔗 Learn more: beaconhillgr.org/ageless-art
📺 Watch the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/wzzm-agelessart

At 99, Gerry Reed proves age is just a number, showcasing her art at ArtPrize 2025.

09/19/2025

For the first time, 20 residents of Beacon Hill at Eastgate have created a collaborative entry for ArtPrize called “Ageless Art.” Residents, ages 74–99, worked alongside artist and instructor Jennifer Helner of Scripted Expressions, who leads weekly art classes on our campus.

Each resident contributed a 10-inch square piece on the theme of nature—from watercolors and pastels to oils, sketches, and even a hand-sculpted piece. Together, they form a beautiful triptych celebrating creativity, community, and the joy of art at every age.

📍 On display at Monroe Community Church, 1020 Monroe Ave. NW
📲 Vote in the ArtPrize app for entry #97353
🔗 Learn more: beaconhillgr.org/ageless-art

We are honored to support our residents in this incredible milestone. ♥

09/10/2025

🎶✨ Concerts on the Green Finale ✨🎶

Join us for the last performance of the season on tonight, September 10, featuring the Mike Lutley Quintet with Mary Rademacher! 🎷🎤

After more than 50 years of performing, Mike Lutley is a cornerstone of West Michigan’s jazz community — and was named West Michigan Jazz Society’s Musician of the Year in 2015. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of live jazz!

🍴 The Traveling Plate food truck will be serving fresh, delicious Smash Burgers from 5:30–8:00 PM, including:
🍔 Classic – Double MI craft patties, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickle, American cheese, smash sauce, potato bun
🍔 Olive – Double MI craft patties, olive sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, American cheese, potato bun
🍔 BBQ Bacon – Double MI craft patties, bacon onion jam, BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, potato bun

🌿 What to know:
✔ Bring a blanket or lawn chair
✔ Limited on-site parking available — walking/carpooling encouraged
✔ Free admission, open to all ages!

📍 Beacon Hill at Eastgate
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 7 PM

🎉 Let’s close out the season together with great company, amazing food, and live jazz!

08/20/2025

✨ A Glimpse of History ✨

On Thursday, August 14th, residents had the special opportunity to step back in time. Beacon Hill resident, Harlene Gedris, shared an original 1945-era newspaper from Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day).

📜 August 14, 1945, is remembered as the day Japan officially surrendered to the Allied forces, bringing an end to World War II. This historic day is a time to remember and honor those who fought, suffered, and never returned home, while also marking the start of a new era in the world.

Residents enjoyed seeing this incredible piece of history up close, sparking meaningful conversations and reflection.

A heartfelt thank you to Harlene for bringing this treasured keepsake to share with all of us!

08/13/2025

What pairs perfectly with jazz on a summer evening? 🍽️✨
A fresh, chef-crafted meal from our very own food truck: The Traveling Plate.

🍴 Menu served from 5:30 – 8:00 PM
🌿 Ingredients from Beacon Hill’s community garden + local farms
📲 Follow on Instagram for the latest menu updates!

Come early, grab a bite, and settle in for a night of incredible music with the Edye & Mike Trio.

📍 1919 Boston St. SE
🪑 Don’t forget your lawn chairs or picnic blankets!

08/11/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Edye & Mike to the lawn for August's Concerts on the Green ! 🎶

With over 30 years of experience and performances alongside renowned jazz and pop artists — Edye, along with Michael Hyde (guitar) and Mike Frost (sax), brings energy, artistry, and a sound that’s uniquely Grand Rapids.

📅 Wednesday, August 13
🎶 Music starts at 7:00 PM
🍴 Food from The Traveling Plate starting at 5:30 PM

Bring friends, family, and your love for live music!

08/07/2025

🎉 Tonight’s the Night!

Join us this evening for our annual Summer Celebration — a long-standing tradition of curated culinary experiences and community. This FREE event is open to all— residents, friends, family, and neighbors!

📅 Tonight, Thursday, August 7
🕠 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 1919 Boston St. SE – Front Lawn

What to expect:
🍽️ Multiple chef-curated food stations + The Traveling Plate
🎶 Live jazz by The River Rogues
🐐 Animal fun with Critter Barn

🚗 Reminder: Parking is limited. Walking or carpooling is encouraged.

08/05/2025

🎉 Just 3 Days Away: Beacon Hill’s Summer Celebration!

Join us this Thursday, August 7 for an evening of live music, family fun, and hand-crafted culinary delights on the front lawn at Beacon Hill at Eastgate.

📅 Thursday, August 7, 2025
🕠 5:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 1919 Boston St. SE (Front Lawn)

🍴 Featuring dozens of handheld bites by our award-winning chefs
🎶 Live music from The River Rogues
🐐 Special guests from Critter Barn
🌿 Locally sourced ingredients from our garden + partners

FREE and open to the entire community! Walk, bike, or carpool if possible — on-site parking is limited.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

07/14/2025

🌸 Fun with Flowers 🌸

Residents enjoyed taking a moment to arrange flowers, and the results were as stunning as the smiles!

With fresh blooms and creative energy, each arrangement became a reflection of our residents’ unique personalities and style. These joyful moments are what community life is all about — connection, creativity, and making everyday life vibrant.

07/09/2025

🎶 Tonight’s the night! 🎶
Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and friends and family members — Concerts on the Green kicks off tonight at 7 PM on the front lawn at Beacon Hill at Eastgate!

🎤 Selkie takes the stage with a mix of magical re-creations of traditional Celtic folk songs and their own original music
🍴 Come early and enjoy dinner from The Traveling Plate food truck, open from 5:30–8:00 PM — featuring garden-fresh meals made right here at Beacon Hill.

📍 1919 Boston St. SE
🎟️ Free & open to all ages
🚗 Limited parking available — walk or carpool if you can!

💚 The lawn is ready, the food is cooking, and the music will be flowing. We hope to see lots of new and familiar faces tonight!

07/08/2025

🎶 Concerts on the Green returns this Wednesday! 🎶

Join us this Wednesday, July 9th, at 7 PM on the front lawn at Beacon Hill at Eastgate for the first night of our 9th annual summer concert series.

🎤 Featuring: Selkie — a trio of dynamic Celtic musicians
📍 Where: Front Lawn of Beacon Hill at Eastgate — 1919 Boston St. SE
🕖 Concert starts at 7:00 PM | 🎟️ Free & open to all
☀️ Bring a blanket or lawn chair | 🚗 Limited parking — walking or carpooling encouraged!

🍴 Come hungry! The Traveling Plate food truck will be serving up fresh, locally sourced meals from 5:30–8:00 PM, featuring ingredients from our half-acre community garden and local farms.

Enjoy these photos from 2023’s Concerts on the Green series to get a peek at the fun, energy, and community spirit surrounding these concerts. We can’t wait to create more great memories together this summer!

06/25/2025

🎶 Join Us for the 9th Annual Concerts on the Green! 🎶
We’re excited to kick off our summer tradition with the first of three unforgettable evenings of live music on the beautiful Beacon Hill campus.

📅 Wednesday, July 9
🕕 7 p.m.
📍 The front lawn at Beacon Hill at Eastgate, 1919 Boston St. SE.
🎵 Featuring: Selkie – Traditional & Original Celtic Music

Selkie beautifully weaves the rich sounds of flute, fiddle, bouzouki, banjo, guitar, accordion, and harp, creating a captivating Celtic musical experience you won’t want to miss.

🌿 Free and open to residents, families, and our neighbors in the community. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us for the first of three unforgettable concerts this summer!

📸 Photos attached are from last year’s Concerts on the Green series—a look back at the wonderful memories made, and a preview of the joy to come.

We can’t wait to see you there!