Culture

In constant growth: ACT apprentice Chris Overway

Submitted 05-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

Take a closer look at ACT apprentice Chris Overway - his inspiration, his creation, and his goals.

Eastown Community Association hosts "Dig Into Spring" workshops

Submitted 04-28-2017 under NONPROFITS

Dig into Spring: is a series of workshops hosted by the Eastown Community Association at Wilcox Park Shelter. The workshops cover topics like native plants, invasives, and rain barrels.

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Visually captivating: ACT apprentice Michael Donnal

Submitted 04-27-2017 under NONPROFITS

Take a closer look at ACT apprentice Michael Donnal - his inspiration, his creation, and his goals.

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WMCAT offers training for adults and teens with an emphasis in arts and technology

Submitted 04-27-2017 under NONPROFITS

This week's episode of NPO Showcase features WMCAT who provides hands on training to adults and teens in artistic and technical fields

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Public Museum partnering with Brewery Vivant, The Cheese Lady for a special Beer Explorers on May 11

Submitted 04-25-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Beer Explorers class will give 40 participants the opportunity to learn about their sense of taste and what combinations appeal to them individually. The class will be led by Brewery Vivant's Wandering Monk and Certified Cicerone, Ryan Engemann, and Grand Rapid’s The Cheese Lady, Heather Zinn.

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See stars, planets during 'Public Observation Nights' at Veen Observatory on April 29

Submitted 04-25-2017 under NONPROFITS

The waxing crescent moon and planet Jupiter will be highlights on April 29, with views also of star clusters and galaxies through two of the Veen Observatory’s large telescopes, as well as portable telescopes provided by GRAAA members.

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Kit-A-Gin preschool garden receives Neighborhood Match Fund

Submitted 04-25-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS

Huron Potawatomi Head Start is one of the first recipients of Grand Rapids' Neighborhood Match Fund. Local preschoolers will get the opportunity to experience the healthy benefits of being out in nature and learning about the origin of their food.

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