Film screening at Wealthy Theatre explores lives of undocumented immigrants
Submitted 08-16-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
"Immigrants Are a Blessing Not a Burden" campaign welcomes the Grand Rapids community to watch "Documented: A Film by an Undocumented American" on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 7 p.m..
In order to heal, communities must listen
Submitted 08-16-2016 under OPINION
Numbers do not display the emotional costs of racial disparity. On August 26, 2016, Partners for a Racism-Free Community will create space for people to share their stories, vocalize their pain but most importantly a space that encourages people to listen.
Two free exhibition events spotlight influential New York artist
Submitted 08-16-2016 under NONPROFITS
SiTE:LAB celebrates the artwork of Gordon Matta-Clark on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at the Grand Rapids Art Museum and on Friday, August 26, 2016 at the Rumsey Street Project.
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation awards first scholarship
Submitted 08-16-2016 under NONPROFITS
Grand Rapids-based nonprofit awards first $2,500 scholarship to local transgender student.
Catalyst Radio "Waiting on Division"
Submitted 08-15-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Waiting on Division interviews locals
Catalyst Radio: WYCE station manager, Quinn Mathews
Submitted 08-12-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Host Katie Gordon speaks with the new station manager of community radio station WYCE.
In Season: August 13, 2016
Submitted 08-12-2016 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
The City of Grand Rapids proclaimed a Utility of the Future Today
Submitted 08-11-2016 under NONPROFITS
The City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services Department received recognition for 'exceptional performance' in the 2016 "Utility of the Future" recognition program.
Winner of Literacy Center of West Michigan's 2016 Spellebration shares her message
Submitted 08-10-2016 under NONPROFITS
Silvia Guzman was the learner speaker at the Literacy Center of West Michigan's 2016 Spellebration. Here is her speech.
Branching out: Grand Rapids continues to grow its citizens forestry program
Submitted 08-10-2016 under NONPROFITS
Events like After Work Tree Time – periodic get-togethers organized by the Urban Forest Project – are a great chance for volunteers to care for city trees in local neighborhoods.