Fireworks, mariachi music wrap up Grand Rapids Symphony's Picnic Pops in two special, one-night only shows
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS
The 2017 D&W Fresh Market Picnic Pops series concludes with explosive fireworks on Thursday and marvelous mariachi music on Saturday
Why you should volunteer for the fifth annual Girls Rock Grand Rapids camp week
Submitted 08-01-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
Girls Rock Grand Rapids, GR!GR, is a week long summer camp that takes place in August, and exists to empower girls and women through music.
Beer City recovery group for food industry workers to meet August 15
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NEWS
The recovery group, organized by members of the local food industry, offers support and discuss concerns related to alcoholism and substance abuse within the industry.
Crooked Lake Marsh is a biodiversity hotspot
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS
Located within Allegan State Game Area, Crooked Lake Marsh is home to a number of rare and endangered species
Navigating campus for the first time
Submitted 08-01-2017 under LOCAL LIFE
Diving into the college world without the resources and advice of family who attended can be tricky to navigate but with some advice and storytelling we can help bridge the gap for incoming first-generation students. This is the second story in our series.
Summer celebration along Downtown's South Division Avenue
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS
Featuring Neighborhood Happy Hour, enjoy live music from WYCE selected bands, grab a paintbrush and participate in a mural painting, attend an exclusive Tour of Hidden Downtown Gardens, visit gallery exhibitions, and splurge at vendors, pop up shops and sales along the Avenue for the Arts.
Ride The Rapid to events throughout Grand Rapids, Kentwood this August
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS
Celebrate, enjoy art, catch a flick and get to the zoo via The Rapid throughout August.
Trolling under rainbow bridge
Submitted 07-31-2017 under OPINION
For all the discrimination and prejudice, I lamented in my first article, there was no acknowledgment of the disabled community. Even though I am not disabled, if I was going to get on a gay soap box about equal representation, I might want to make sure I’m not showcasing the same bias.
Market Musings: Peoples Cider Co. puts crisp apple in liquid form
Submitted 07-31-2017 under LOCAL LIFE
Peoples Cider Co makes 24 different ciders throughout the year. The cider can be found at the Fulton Street Farmers Market.
Build a better world with Grand Rapids Public Library's Summer Reading Party
Submitted 07-28-2017 under NEWS
On August 1st and 2nd, the Grand Rapids Public Library will host an hour-long party at each branch to celebrate summer readers.