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The Creative Youth Center celebrates National Poetry Month
by (Grand Rapids Cr...)
Submitted 04-03-2015 under NONPROFITS
National Poetry Month is the largest literary event in the world. It occurs every year, throughout the month of April, with celebrations led by teachers, students, librarians, writers and anyone else who embraces the written word. This year,...
The Bridge of Snow
by (tonia.hauser)
Submitted 12-18-2014 under OPINION
The annual curiosity and chatter stirred up by the question of a white Christmas, is upon us. My answer to the question is always the same. Of course we’re going to have snow by Christmas morning! Even if it’s just a few flurries and a...
Gaming on board: party provider expands services with Ultimate Gaming Bus
by (erictank)
Submitted 12-16-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Brian Mosby is in the entertainment business. He caters to families and children of all ages. After three years in the business and working mostly with younger children providing inflatable bounce houses and slides, face painting and dunk tanks,...
Mob of Santa Clauses to take over Millennium Park, Dec. 6
by (Feeding America...)
Submitted 11-26-2014 under NONPROFITS
On Dec. 6, Grand Rapids’ Millennium Park will be overrun by a mob of Santa Clauses, elves and maybe a few reindeer, all in the name of hunger relief and holiday fun. Proceeds from the Go Santa Go 5K run/walk will be donated to Feeding America...
Indoor Trick-or-Treat at Pilgrim Manor
by (Pilgrim Manor)
Submitted 10-15-2014 under
Looking for an indoor Trick-or-Treat this year? We are holding our Annual Trick-or-Treat on October 31st, from 4:30 to 5:45 pm. Stop by to load up your child's candy bag and snack on some donuts & cider from Robinette's before going door...
East Hills to host second annual Kids Day
by (mariah_kat)
Submitted 09-30-2014 under NEWS
Music, dance, yoga, crafts, free food, bike repair, children's books and more - those are just a few of the activities that will be happening at East Hills' second annual Kids Day at Congress Elementary school on Saturday, October 11 from 1...More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies
Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Start Packing! Backpack & School Supply Drive Local businesses, churches, professional groups, and retirement homes invite their employees, members, and residents to purchase school supplies for children in need. The Marilyn J. Olson Guild at D....More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies
Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Start Packing! Backpack & School Supply Drive Local businesses, churches, professional groups, and retirement homes invite their employees, members, and residents to purchase school supplies for children in need. The Marilyn J. Olson Guild at D....
GRAM on the Green to rock terrace Thursday nights
by (kendravanderlip)
Submitted 07-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
In its sixth installment, GRAM on the Green is coming back to the downtown area on Thursday nights July 10- August 14. This free event is held on the museum terrace at the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) and Rosa Parks Circle right in front...