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Magnifying Mars for West Michigan

Submitted 07-27-2018 under NONPROFITS

On Friday, July 27, the general public has an opportunity to explore Mars, and three other planets via the Calvin Observatory. The last time Mars was this close to Earth was in 2003.

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Catalyst Radio: The Diatribe works to unite the community

Submitted 07-27-2018 under NEWS

Host John Williamson speaks with Marcel Fable Price and Rachael Gleason and two students of The Diatribe.

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In Season: July 27, 2018

Submitted 07-27-2018 under NONPROFITS

What a pleasant morning for a stroll through the Market! Our vendors have a wonderful selection of in season fruits + veggies, Michigan meats, eggs, and dairy, locally created food products, and handmade artisan goods!

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Public invited to open house highlighting public transit service improvements along Michigan Street corridor

Submitted 07-25-2018 under NEWS

Upcoming Route 19 improvements will simplify travel and parking in downtown Grand Rapids

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Dungeons & Dragons pleases fans at Dog Story Theater

Submitted 07-25-2018 under OPINION

Live Dungeons & Dragon campaign combines imagination, acting, and humor for an engaging evening.

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City Commissioners fill vacant Third Ward seat

Submitted 07-25-2018 under NEWS

With the appointment of Nathaniel Moody to vacant Third Ward seat the Grand Rapids City Commissioners on Tuesday night filled the seat a week ahead of the planned time.

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Exciting summer at your Community Media Center

Submitted 07-24-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

2018 has been an exciting year at Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Find out what we've been up to and get a look ahead at what's to come.

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GRandJazzFest seeks volunteers

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

The festival is August 18-19, 2018. Three-hour shifts are available to assist in presenting this event to the community. All volunteers will receive a t-shirt, bottled water and the opportunity to help put on this free public event in the community.

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Local artist feature from UICA: Dave Battjes

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

Dave Battjes is a husband, dad, creative letterer, nature enthusiast and avid high fiver. Battjes’ creative practice, a never ending study of letters, has him creating large-scale murals and gorgeously crafted messages of positivity.

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Free Educator Day at Grand Rapids Public Museum, John Ball Zoo

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

Teachers and educators can enjoy a free day to explore the GRPM and the John Ball Zoo while learning about education programs available to their classrooms. All educators receive free admission and free parking from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at both institutions.

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