President and CEO of Humane Society of the United States comes to Grand Rapids
Submitted 01-16-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Wayne Pacelle will be discussing his best-selling book, "The Bond: Our Kinship with Animals, Our Call to Defend Them," at Calvin College as part of Wake Up Weekend on Jan. 19
News bureau dedicated to environmental issues set to launch this month
Submitted 01-13-2012 under NONPROFITS
WMEAC and The Rapidian have teamed up to give voice to citizen journalists dedicated to the environmental issues that impact West Michigan.
Catalyst Radio: Austin Bunn on his documentary play, and on writing
Submitted 01-13-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Grand Rapids writer Austin Bunn talks about the making of his documentary play, "Rust," and his personal discoveries during the process.
Gerson on Christianity and politics
Submitted 01-13-2012 under OPINION
Columnist Michael Gerson lectured as part of the January Series on Thursday.
January Tuesday Tabletalk
Submitted 01-12-2012 under NONPROFITS
In celebration of Interfaith 2012, the first Tuesday Tabletalk will be held on Tuesday, January 17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Dominican Center (DCM).
Commissioners discuss water protections, housing inspections
Submitted 01-12-2012 under NEWS
The January 10 City Commission meeting covered topics such as water protections, police salaries, and staffing for the new housing inspection policies.
Heartside to receive high-tech information boost
Submitted 01-12-2012 under NEWS
A new information system will inform Heartside residents and visitors about available resources.
Fresh and new: New Picturesque gallery open to public participation
Submitted 01-12-2012 under OPINION
Today we launch the first Picturesque gallery of 2012: Fresh and new. All are invited to add their own images to the collection.
Pedro Noguera shares bolder approach to education at January Series
Submitted 01-11-2012 under NEWS
NYU Education professor and urban sociologist Pedro Nogeura spoke Tuesday at Calvin College as part of The January Series.
4 Sundays, 4 Museums. Free for everyone.
Submitted 01-11-2012 under NEWS
Grand Rapids' major downtown museums announce a collaboration to offer free admission on four Sundays in 2012.