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Frank Sinatra's biggest hits come to Grand Rapids Symphony stage in 'Sinatra and Beyond,' Nov 9-11

Submitted 11-06-2018 under NONPROFITS

Singer and pianist Tony DeSare, star of Off-Broadway show 'Our Sinatra' joins Grand Rapids Pops for salute to Ol' Blue Eyes

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Neighborhood Association invites residents, businesses to 'History of Heartside' event

Submitted 11-06-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

Lend your perspective to the collective history of the charming and eclectic Heartside neighborhood at the History of Heartside Event November 8th.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Does God really hate divorce?

Submitted 11-05-2018 under OPINION

In a previous column, one of the columnists claimed that “God hate divorce.” Is that really the case? Does your tradition believe that there is no scriptural support for ending a bad marriage?

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In Season: November 2, 2018

Submitted 11-02-2018 under NONPROFITS

Happy Friday at the Market! The pace of Friday's have slowed down, but we still have a great selection of products to choose from! Today we've got locally-grown mushrooms, hearty veggies, fall fruit, various greens, a diverse selection of winter squash, apples a plenty, and peppers + tomatoes!

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Grand Rapids brothers create local social app to strengthen community

Submitted 11-02-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The founders of Grand Rapids social app Yote share details on projects including artificial intelligence pairing, an opening cafe lounge, and more.

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Ways to engage with Asian American culture in Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-02-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The best ways to explore the customs, traditions and foods of the Asian American cultures within Grand Rapids.

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Leonard Bernstein protege will lead Grand Rapids Symphony in 100th birthday celebration concert

Submitted 10-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Symphony celebrates the 100th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein's birth with music from 'West Side Story,' 'Candide' and more in an all-Bernstein concert, Nov. 2-3.

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Navigating the waters of adoption and reunion: What is my story?

Submitted 10-30-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

When our first daughter was born I would stare at her for hours. This was the first blood relative I had ever met. Soon all the same old questions came back. It was time to start my search.

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Madison Square nonprofit urban farm unveils newly reopened community market

Submitted 10-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Urban Roots' newly reopened Community Market, a cross between a farm stand, a retail store, and a community cooperative, provides healthy, local (when possible), whole foods to its Madison Square neighbors and the Grand Rapids community.

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Cosplayers, fans to descend upon DeVos Place for Grand Rapids Comic Con

Submitted 10-30-2018 under NEWS

If you are looking for a family friendly event to showcase your artistic skills or favorite costumes, or you just like to explore favorite and new fandoms, then the Grand Rapid Comic Con Costume Contest is for you!

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