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Amethyst Bee Cakery Graduates from Downtown Market Incubator Kitchen

Submitted 01-16-2020 under NONPROFITS

Amethyst Bee Cakery, a micro-bakery launched in the Grand Rapids Downtown Market incubator kitchen, is now in the process of graduating and recently opened a storefront in Rockford. Owner Paula Reed offers small-batch treats including cookies, macarons, custom cakes and cupcakes.

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The 21st Annual WYCE Jammie Awards returns to The Intersection this Valentine's Day

Submitted 01-16-2020 under NONPROFITS

The event features 25 live music performances and 16 awards given to the best music released in the past year. Various awards are selected by WYCE programmers, critics, and by community voting.

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Guiding Light Seeks Sponsors for Second 'Sober Bowl' Watch Party

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

Guiding Light is seeking sponsorships for its second annual “Sober Bowl” – a sober watch party for the National Football League’s championship game.

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Guiding Light to Host Winter Ministry Update Luncheon Jan. 22

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

The community is invited to Guiding Light's free Winter Ministry Update Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at Calvin University.

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St. Cecilia Music Center brings back the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center on Thursday, January 23 performing a program entitled French Enchantment featuring inspiring works by Saint-Saëns, Fauré and Ravel

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

“French Enchantment” begins and ends with early works by Saint-Saëns and Fauré that recreate the elegant atmosphere of 19-century Parisian salons.

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St. Cecilia Music Center Jazz Series features Emmet Cohen's Master Legacy Series with World-Renowned Jazz Legend Benny Golson this Thursday, January 16, 2020

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

Multifacted “New Generation” American Jazz Pianist Emmet Cohen and the Emmet Cohen Trio will combine talents with Multitalented and Internationally Revered Jazz Legend Benny Golson

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Can a Christian engage in "Swinging?"

Submitted 01-13-2020 under OPINION

I’m married to a man who I’m not sure is a Christian. He is adamant about following the works of Jesus by helping the poor and needy. He is also adamant about engaging in the swinging lifestyle.

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In Season Report: January 11, 2020

Submitted 01-10-2020 under NONPROFITS

Winter weather won’t keep us down! Join us this Saturday the 11th to shop local produce, dairy products, DONUTS and much more.

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Cinematic Shostakovich and 'optimistic, absolutely stunning' music by Mozart come to Grand Rapids Symphony stage

Submitted 01-09-2020 under NONPROFITS

Two longtime friends, celebrated conductor Peter Oundjian, pianist Jeffrey Kahane join the Grand Rapids Symphony for music by Shostakovich and Mozart on Jan. 10-11.

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'A New State of Matter: Contemporary Glass' Opens at GRAM Jan 25

Submitted 01-09-2020 under NONPROFITS

The exhibition features glass sculpture and installations by 19 local, national, and international artists

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