Rare Kirtland's warbler making comeback
Submitted 05-08-2017 under NONPROFITS
Nearly extinct 50 years ago, the Kirtland’s warbler was one of the first species protected under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. Today it’s considered a conservation success story.
In Season: May 6, 2017
Submitted 05-05-2017 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
Pine Rest provides a large variety of mental health, family services
Submitted 05-04-2017 under NONPROFITS
This week's episode of NPO Showcase features Pine Rest, who provides counseling, therapy, consultation, assessment and testing for all ages
Our neighbors, our friends, our future: Why I keep marching
Submitted 05-04-2017 under OPINION
On Monday, May 1, 2017, I had the honor of marching during "A Day Without Immigrants" in solidarity for family unity and dignity for our undocumented community. Our greatest success comes not from climbing on each other to reach the top, but by reaching out and navigating life's challenges together.
Kindergarten student starts first Earth Saving Club at Congress Elementary School
Submitted 05-04-2017 under NONPROFITS
Milo and his band of kindergarten Earth Savers are the next generation of environmental activists
Creative Youth Center, Triumph Music Academy create music, spoken word album
Submitted 05-03-2017 under NONPROFITS
The Creative Youth Center and Triumph Music Academy teamed up to create an entirely student-made music and spoken word album. Some of the poems written for the album have earned awards, and the collaborative project has drawn the attention of Michigan Radio.
St. Cecilia Music Center brings SFJAZZ Collective to perform music of Miles Davis this Thursday
Submitted 05-02-2017 under NONPROFITS
St. Cecilia Music Center will bring eight of the best jazz musicians from around the world to the Royce Auditorium stage on May 4. The SFJazz Collective is an all-star ensemble comprised of the finest performers/composers at work in jazz today.
Heritage Hill to host Annual Weekend Tour of Homes
Submitted 05-02-2017 under NONPROFITS
The 48th annual Heritage Hill 2017 Weekend Tour of Homes opens doors to seven lovingly restored private houses and four historic public buildings on Saturday, May 20 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 21 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
National expert, best-selling author to teach seniors art of 'rightsizing'
Submitted 05-02-2017 under NONPROFITS
Rightsizing expert Lynn McPhelimy will present, “Rightsizing with Lynn McPhelimy,” at Covenant Village of the Great Lakes on May 11.
Amy Goodman to speak at Wealthy Theatre on May 7
Submitted 05-02-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
Journalist Amy Goodman will speak at Wealthy Theatre as a fundraiser for Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Suggested donation is $5 to support Community Media Center.