Women at the Bar: Grand Rapids Attorneys in the 1870s - 1970s
Submitted 03-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
Learn about the pioneering female attorneys in Grand Rapids who were among the first to venture into the male-dominated legal profession in a presentation March 13 by GVSU professor Ruth Stevens.
Reshaping perspectives: The Rocket takes on culture in a new way
Submitted 03-05-2014 under OPINION
"The Rocket" is a story of youth, culture, tradition, and community in Laos, featuring confident performances and brilliant wilderness settings.
Transitions
Submitted 03-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
Find the transitional places in your spiritual and physical life; step through and move on in peace. Both Level I and Level II of the Walstrom series are available beginning in March.
Stay at home moms seek support through national group
Submitted 03-05-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Mocha Moms of Greater Grand Rapids is a support group for mothers of color- and others- that have chosen to not work full-time in order to devote more time to their families.
Midtown Neighborhood Association to host workshop on "book house" building
Submitted 03-04-2014 under NEWS
Midtown will host a quintessential placemaking project based on the little free library model.
MDOT staff, public meeting to discuss future of US-131 and I-96
Submitted 03-04-2014 under NEWS
On Thursday, March 6, The Michigan Department of Transportation is hosting a public meeting to discuss the future of key highways in Kent County over the next 20 years.
Public library to host Affordable Care Act enrollment session
Submitted 03-04-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
With the emerging enrollment deadline for the Affordable Care Act, the main branch of the Grand Rapids Public library is partnering with Cherry Street Health Services to answer questions and help people enroll for health care coverage.
Wealthy Street Station staying put, looking to expand
Submitted 03-04-2014 under NEWS
Wealthy Street Station is by no means closing its doors. Just the opposite: new proprietor Joe Welniak has big ideas for the popular East Hills burger joint.
LaFontsee Gallery to exhibit new artwork "Out of the Polar Vortex"
Submitted 03-04-2014 under NEWS
LaFonstee Galleries on Lake Drive in Grand Rapids will showcase a new collection of artwork with artist reception on Friday.
How accessories can shape the look of your downtown
Submitted 03-04-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Whether or not you think parking is a problem -too little or too much- it is an issue that all cities face. Grand Rapids can learn from precedents set by others as well as lead a progressive initiative to change public perception.