Ethics and Religion Talk: What to do about those who don't give enough?
Submitted 09-04-2018 under OPINION
... in order to survive and serve their mission [religious institutions] need to balance their income and expenses. ... [M]embers must help support the congregation .... What of members who say they can’t afford more than a nominal level of dues, yet they large houses or drive nice cars?
ArtPrize 10: An appreciation from a non-artist perspective
Submitted 09-04-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
Maybe it's because I'm older and more introspective, but as I look forward to ArtPrize 10, I am reminded of how the beauty an artist creates can unify humanity in deeply profound ways.
In Season: August 31, 2018
Submitted 08-31-2018 under NONPROFITS
Come stock up on locally grown, raised, and/or created products for your Labor Day weekend! We've got such a wonderful selection of vendors that will have more than what you need for your camping trip, family get together, or fun day with friends!
Catalyst Radio: Rapidian Recap show covers politics, art, community news in August while looking ahead to fall
Submitted 08-31-2018 under NEWS
Although fall is around the corner, August was a busy month in Grand Rapids. Catch up on the latest local news and happenings in The Rapidian Recap show.
57th traditional Pow Wow to take place September 8-9 at Riverside Park
Submitted 08-28-2018 under NONPROFITS
The Grand Valley American Indian Lodge invites the community to the 57th Traditional Pow Wow. Whether it is your first time at a pow wow or your tenth, you will enjoy the excitement, the color, the dancing, drumming, crafts and food!
New Grand Rapids city manager discusses family, fitness, first 90 days
Submitted 08-28-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
I think Grand Rapids has the benefit of seeing growth coming and learning from the experiences of Austin and other communities to make sure it is smart, sustainable and equitable.
WYCE's annual cd, record sale great opportunity to meet new station manager
Submitted 08-28-2018 under NONPROFITS
The WYCE Annual CD & Record Sale is Saturday, September 8, 2018 at the Eastown Streetfair. Generously donated vinyl, 78s, 8 tracks, CDs, and cassettes will be on sale for $1 each. We are also excited to announce Hayes Griffin, our new Station Manager, will be hanging out at the booth all day.
COAST program brings together community members, students to increase understanding, advocacy for disability rights
Submitted 08-28-2018 under OPINION
I participated in the most recent of these workshops, referred to as COAST (Community Organizing and Advocacy Strategies Training), in July 2018. This program brought people of different backgrounds together to learn the ways to find and solve disability-related community issues.
Catalyst Radio: Interview with Lyonel LaGrone on working towards a local human rights ordinance
Submitted 08-27-2018 under NONPROFITS
When you have a local civil rights ordinance, people achieve remedy a lot sooner than if they file a federal complaint. Lyonel LaGrone on the need for a human rights ordinance in Grand Rapids.
Meet your elected officials hosted by Young Leaders Against Violence
Submitted 08-27-2018 under NONPROFITS
YLAV invites you to Meet Your Elected Official on September 10 to learn about sexual and domestic violence and listen to State Representatives discuss their stance on sexual and domestic violence.