James & Shirley Balk Café with the Grand Rapids Press Terrace - Social & Corporate Events

The James & Shirley Balk Café is home to Lena’s Garden, a spectacular installation of vibrantly colored blown glass created exclusively for this location by sculptor Dale Chihuly. The uniquely shaped café is designed with large windows in a garden setting and the fabulous Grand Rapids Press Terrace. The open-air atmosphere is created by trees, gardens and the lovely Wings of Morning sculpture by Marshall Fredericks, accented by a multitiered fountain. This space is ideal for after-hours social or corporate gatherings.

Capacity numbers do not reflect room for entertainment, dancing, bar, and buffets (where available), and all depend on room setup. Please contact your Event Coordinator for more information.