Russia will be the subject of March 12 Great Decisions presentation by POLITICO columnist
Submitted 03-05-2018 under NONPROFITS
The World Affairs Council's "Great Decisions" series on Mar. 12 features POLITICO's Susan Glasser on Russia.
Catalyst Radio: Junior Achievement focuses on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, job searching for kids
Submitted 03-02-2018 under NONPROFITS
Host Jessica Gladden speaks with Greg Hampshire, Education Director for Junior Achievement of Michigan Great Lakes.
Cameron Esposito joins LaughFest 2018 to talk about the importance of honest conversation and laughter
Submitted 03-02-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
"I don't think we have gotten to a place where we can talk about community as it really is." Cameron Esposito talks about community.
Members of police task force set to engage public in policy and procedure meeting
Submitted 03-01-2018 under NEWS
The task force’s sixth meeting will address police and community relations during presentation and roundtable discussions.
Artist feature from UICA: Katelyn Kronshage
Submitted 02-27-2018 under NONPROFITS
Katelyn Kronshage (Opal Stone) is a fine artist and jeweler living and working in Grand Rapids, MI. Kronshage has a degree in Metals and Jewelry and creates detailed art objects using fabricated and found objects. An admirer of the natural world, Kronshage often incorporates nature into her fine art
Delta Program encourages teen boys to tell their stories, learn from community leaders
Submitted 02-27-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
On Friday, February 9, 2018, teachers, community members and a film production crew worked with boys in the juvenile justice system to produce a series of interviews, exploring what it means to grow into adulthood in hopes of expanding their visions of what's possible in their futures.
Alternative to alcohol: Michigan's first Kava Bar in Grand Rapids
Submitted 02-27-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
In its first two years of business, Kava Kasa is bringing a new flavor to Grand Rapids.
Weekend flooding near record levels on Grand River
Submitted 02-27-2018 under NEWS
Photo slideshow taken around the Grand Rapids area from Friday, February 23, 2018 through Monday, February 26, 2018.
Break it Down, Make it Better helps build community in Grand Rapids art world
Submitted 02-27-2018 under NEWS
Artists, curators, and venue coordinators all gathered on Friday, February 23, 2018 for the chance to take part in various workshops, roundtable discussions and presentations. The annual event was held at 106 South Division.
Meet scientists, learn about the marvels of the brain at Brain Awareness Week Neuroscience Fair
Submitted 02-26-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
Visit the Grand Rapids Public Museum for Michigan State University’s Brain Awareness Week Neuroscience Fair. Meet scientists and learn about the marvels of the brain