Local poet organizes women's self-defense class, poetry reading
Submitted 03-14-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
Chalene Jones, a local poet and physical therapist, has put together an event designed to educate, empower, and connect women, female-identified, and LGBTQ+ individuals in West Michigan.
New web show holds first live taping event
Submitted 03-14-2017 under NEWS
The new web show Mixed Reviews Grand Rapids will tape its next episode, about gentrification in Grand Rapids, in front of a live audience this Thursday at Long Road Distillers.
Dégagé's Open Door Patron Advocate 'walks alongside women'
Submitted 03-13-2017 under NONPROFITS
I walk alongside each woman, offering support and assistance with what they need. My goal is to help, but more importantly to empower each woman to achieve her goals.
"Cook Library Scholars", un programa de apoyo para jóvenes, se transforma en una segunda familia
Submitted 03-09-2017 under NONPROFITS
Más que una fuente de apoyo académico, el programa les da consuelo a los estudiantes y sus familias durante momentos difíciles y les anima a enfrentar los desafíos.
City announces new Neighborhood Match Fund
Submitted 03-09-2017 under NEWS
Residents of Grand Rapids can apply for the first season of funds in amounts from $200 to $2,500 now through March 30, 2017.
School News Network, a window into Kent County public schools
Submitted 03-08-2017 under NONPROFITS
This week's episode of NPO Showcase features School News Network, an initiative started by Kent ISD to provide insight into area public schools.
Volunteers become champions at Cook Library Center
Submitted 03-07-2017 under NONPROFITS
At Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities the volunteers are critical and cherished supporters in pursuing our mission.
Family unity: Why I march for our undocumented community
Submitted 03-07-2017 under OPINION
Understanding my Puerto Rican history allows me to see what I want for the future of my children, the history I want them to grow up in. They know that standing up for family unity, no matter where you come from or look like, is necessary.
Grand Rapids' first annual Asian Festival debuts in summer 2017
Submitted 03-07-2017 under NEWS
To raise awareness about and share the food, entertainment, and traditions of Asian culture, a team of eight Grand Rapids community members has come together to plan and execute the City’s first Asian Festival.
Growing community through art: Heartside Gallery and Studio
Submitted 03-07-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
Heartside Ministry opened its doors in 1983 as an outreach program to homeless in the community. In 2001, the Gallery and Studio opened to provide a place for neighborhood residents, or rather, Neighbors.