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Literacy Center hosts Summit to address literacy in West Michigan

Submitted 09-05-2012 under NONPROFITS

The Community Literacy Summit will connect those who are passionate about improving literacy for all ages.

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Got questions? Get answers! WMGS Seminar features Curt B. Witcher

Submitted 09-03-2012 under NONPROFITS

The Western Michigan Genealogical Society (WMGS) will host a seminar entitled Got Questions? Get Answers! The event is Friday and Saturday at the Prince Conference Center in Grand Rapids.

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Amy Goodman to speak at Wealthy Theatre September 18

Submitted 08-31-2012 under NONPROFITS

Award-winning journalist Amy Goodman will stop at Wealthy Theatre Sept. 18 at noon for her Democracy Now! 100-city tour. Goodman will give a lecture with a book-signing to follow.

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Documentary traces American epidemic: childhood hunger

Submitted 08-30-2012 under NONPROFITS

The final event in Hunger Action Week 2012 explores childhood hunger and provides opportunities to help.

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Pulling back the curtain on hunger relief

Submitted 08-30-2012 under NONPROFITS

On the third day of Hunger Action Week, nonprofits open their doors to the public.

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Taking the 10X10 challenge only made sense

Submitted 08-30-2012 under VOICES

I discuss the reasons why taking the 10X10 challenge was a win/win for me.

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Grand Rapids will soon see another 26 miles of bike lanes

Submitted 08-29-2012 under NEWS

Advocates have praised the plan, saying that bike lanes make the city safer for cyclists.

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Healthy cook-off proves tight budget doesn't mean poor diet

Submitted 08-29-2012 under NONPROFITS

Cook-off pits local chefs against each other. The goal? Teach healthy cooking techniques that won't break the bank.

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Hunger Action Week: Poverty simulation shows hunger from inside out

Submitted 08-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

Hunger Action Week begins by immersing participants in the daily rigors of a life in poverty.

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Hunger Action Week 2012 kicks apathy with awareness

Submitted 08-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

Hunger Action Week is back with a revamped itinerary and a sharper focus on advocacy.

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