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Then & NOW 2015 - Voices from the Margin: Exploring the Future of Feminism
by (NOW Grand Rapids)
Submitted 04-13-2015 under
The Grand Rapids Chapter of the National Organization for Women invites you to the 5th annual Then & NOW event. This event will feature a reception with hors d'oeuvres, cash bar; a silent auction; activist awards; and much more! This...
Behind-the-Curtain: Get Involved at Grand Rapids Ballet
by (Grand Rapids Ballet)
Submitted 04-13-2015 under NONPROFITS
Have you been looking for a way to get involved in the Grand Rapids arts community that fits into your schedule and involves ice-cream socials and free professional ballet performances? If so, you may be an ideal candidate for Grand Rapids Ballet...
Local beat-maker aims to use Grand Rapids to the fullest
by (Whitney Pavlica)
Submitted 05-06-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Music producer Shane “SuGR Shane” Sloan’s roots in music go back to early in his life. A native to Grand Rapids hailing from the northwest side, Sloan remembers his first experiences playing the keyboard. “I’ve always...
Local organizations, individuals recognized for community impact
by (GR Initiative f...)
Submitted 06-13-2013 under NONPROFITS
GR Initiative for Leaders recognized and celebrated several individuals and organizations for their positive service in the Grand Rapids community, as part of the GRIL graduation ceremony. The categories for the IMPACT awards are: Youth, Adult, and...
City explores funding options for street repairs
by (Kschmitty)
Submitted 02-25-2013 under NEWS
The Sustainable Streets Task Force (SSTF) issued a press release urging the city to invest in roads now or risk the street system. Currently 63% or 588 miles of city streets are in poor condition. Without improvements 94% will be in poor...
One person can change the world
by (LINC News Bureau)
Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
LINC Community Revitalization Inc.: What compels you to take such an active part in the I Believe I Become movement? Minnie Dentmond: I like meeting people and talking with them. The I Believe I Become meetings provide a great opportunity for me to...