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An International Expansion: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park announces Japanese Garden

Submitted 10-21-2013 under NEWS

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park announces The Richard and Helen DeVos Japanese Garden.

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ArtPrize 2013: Stephen Gren inspires through spoken word

Submitted 10-01-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Stephen Gren, together with local spoken word group the DiaTribe, helped bring the first-ever blind and deaf friendly exhibit to ArtPrize.

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Grand Rapids, it's time to send the circus packing

Submitted 09-20-2013 under OPINION

Elephants, lions and tigers are calling the Van Andel Arena parking lot home this week. But circuses are wrong, and it's time for the City of Grand Rapids and its leaders to look at model ordinances, and enact a ban on this horrific practice.

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The Humane Society of West Michigan's 1st priority: Keep pets with their families

Submitted 09-19-2013 under OPINION

The Humane Society offers help to families with pets in need.

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Thomas MacEntee, Genealogy Ninja featured at West Michigan Genealogy Seminar

Submitted 09-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

Each year the Western Michigan Genealogical Society sponsors a seminar in the fall. On October 11 and 12, we welcome from Chicago, Thomas MacEntee, the Genealogy Ninja to the Prince Conference Center.

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Hunger Action Week encourages community to take stand

Submitted 09-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Entering its third year, Hunger Action Week's message is clear: 80,000 food insecure in Kent County is far too many.

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Slow down for 'Slow Art' and Lunch with guest Artprize Artists Jill Rowan and Mary Reusch

Submitted 09-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Slow down, Enjoy the Art, Meet the Artist and Have Some Lunch!

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Shangri-La: What is Heaven on Earth?

Submitted 09-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Enjoy dinner and a movie followed by a discussion at the Catholic Information Center with storyteller Fr Tom Tavella.

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Pilgrim Manor Retirement Community Celebrates 50 Years With a Groovy 1960s Community Picnic

Submitted 08-22-2013 under NONPROFITS

Free community picnic to celebrate Pilgrim Manor's 50th anniversary. Join us for food, entertainment, & giveaways!

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Looking for Organizations and Volunteers!

Submitted 07-19-2013 under NONPROFITS

Looking for volunteers to help lead healthy aging classes throughout West Michigan.

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