Meals on Wheels' applies specific focus to need for good food
Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS
Attentive to the food concerns of the senior population in Grand Rapids, Meals on Wheels demonstrates that the most effective approaches to tackling broad needs are often focused on the specific.
UICA welcomes news Exhibitions Curator, Juana Williams
Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS
UICA is proud to welcome the newest member of our team, Exhibitions Curator, Juana Williams. Williams comes to us from Detroit, MI, where she most recently worked as Assistant to the Chair at Wayne State University Department of Art and Art History.
The permaculture perspective of Urban Roots: "We are guests in this neighborhood"
Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS
The permaculture perspective that informs Urban Roots, a community farm and education center, allows it to be rooted deeply and reaching broadly.
Free "Kids at the Market" activities return to Downtown Market beginning June 27
Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS
Kids at the Market will engage kids through crafts, science experiments, animals, fitness and more.
Fourth annual Burton Heights Reunion to celebrate unity
Submitted 06-26-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
On Saturday, July 7, families from all over the Greater Grand Rapids area are invited to Garfield Park to celebrate with the Burton Heights neighborhood. The event will begin at 12 noon in the park and will run to 8 p.m. There will be food, games, activities, and music, all free of charge.
Ethics and Religion Talk: What does "Image of God" mean? Part 1
Submitted 06-25-2018 under OPINION
Richard J. asks, What does it mean when theologians say, we are made in the image of God? Does it mean we look like God?
In Season: June 22, 2018
Submitted 06-22-2018 under NONPROFITS
Summer is officially here and we are excited for all the beautiful summer fruits and veggies that are hitting the stands! We are starting to see locally grown beans, peas, broccoli, summer squash, raspberries, spring onions, cucumbers, and more!
ArtPrize announces changes as tenth anniversary approaches this fall
Submitted 06-21-2018 under NEWS
ArtPrize announced this afternoon the celebration will switch to every other year after ArtPrize 10 takes place this fall.
Protesters demand Bethany Christian Services end contract after accepting separated children from U.S. border
Submitted 06-21-2018 under NEWS
On Wednesday June 20, 2018 protestors gathered, demanding that Bethany end their federal contract with the Office of Refugees until ICE stops separating families.
Grand River Water Festival combines musical entertainment, discussion of water protection
Submitted 06-20-2018 under NEWS
Free festival offers live music along with food, drinks, and a chance to learn more about stewardship of the Michigan's waters and environment.