Community updates: Friday, July 17
Submitted 07-17-2020 under NEWS
Gov. Whitmer clarifies Michigan face covering requirement; Kent County, United Way launch fund for local nonprofits providing COVID-related relief services; and Avenue for the Arts to host mobile art event in downtown Grand Rapids in October.
In Season Report: July 17, 2020
Submitted 07-17-2020 under NONPROFITS
It’s going to be another HOT weekend and were not just talking about the weather! Come out tomorrow to soak up some vitamin D + shop for all your local food needs.
An approach to Israel-Palestine understanding
Submitted 07-17-2020 under NONPROFITS
Memories of Seymour Padnos leads to an Israeli writer, Yossi Halevi whose book, “Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor” seeks to bring people together by listening and seeking to understand their differing and even conflicting stories.
Grand Rapids Art Museum Announces August 1 Reopening
Submitted 07-16-2020 under NONPROFITS
Phased reopening includes new visitor guidelines such as online ticketing, required face coverings, and social distancing.
Community updates: Wednesday, July 15
Submitted 07-15-2020 under NEWS
Kent County Health Department urges face covering use as Kent County's COVID-19 case rise continues; Grand Rapids Public Museum hosting Smithsonian "Outbreak" exhibition starting August 1; and Gov. Whitmer extends Michigan’s state of emergency through August 11.
Call for Board Members of the Heartside Downtown Neighborhood Association
Submitted 07-15-2020 under NONPROFITS
“By taking a leadership role, you have the power to discuss issues and create improvements...Collaborating on issues or events can be a great bridge for our community.”
Community updates: Monday, July 13
Submitted 07-13-2020 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Art Museum reopening August 1; The Rapid launches app, web pilot program for GO!Bus riders; and Gov. Whitmer extends protections for nursing homes, grocery stores.
Ethics and Religion Talk: Is God Calling Out To You?
Submitted 07-13-2020 under OPINION
This week, I asked our panel to respond to an essay by the Rev. Sandra Nikkel, head pastor of Conklin Reformed Church entitled, “LISTEN! GOD IS CALLING!”
Alt City Beverage Company to Open at Downtown Market
Submitted 07-13-2020 under NONPROFITS
Beverage company started in Downtown Market Incubator Kitchen graduating to Market Hall
Community updates: Saturday, July 11
Submitted 07-11-2020 under NEWS
Gov. Whitmer expands face covering requirement in Michigan; Grand Rapids Community College details plans for fall semester; and "Women’s Way" public art project honoring local women leaders begins in Grand Rapids.