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In Season: August 24, 2018

Submitted 08-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

Cool, summer mornings at the Market make for a very pleasant shopping experience! With peppers, tomatoes, and eggplants in season the booths are just bursting with color! We also have a wonderful selection of Michigan raised meats, eggs, and dairy products, and locally made food products.

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Great summer full of activities wraps up at Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities

Submitted 08-21-2018 under NONPROFITS

This summer children at the Cook Library and Cook Arts Centers participated in day camps designed around S.T.E.A.M. subjects: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

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Catalyst Radio: Heartside Ministry discusses art therapy program

Submitted 08-20-2018 under NONPROFITS

John Williamson interviews Leara Glinzak and Jess Kimmel about how art works as a therapy for those with trauma and helps people process their experiences.

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Meijer Gardens' fall exhibition celebrates contemporary disability sculpture

Submitted 08-20-2018 under NONPROFITS

The group exhibition Process and Presence: Contemporary Disability Sculpture features 16 international artists.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: When should clergy criticize policies of the government?

Submitted 08-20-2018 under OPINION

The previous and the current presidential administrations have drawn sharp criticism from the pulpit for positions the president has taken. When is it appropriate for clergy to take a stand on government policies?

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In Season: August 17, 2018

Submitted 08-17-2018 under NONPROFITS

We've got a great plethora of vendors on this beautiful Friday morning! You can expect to find some colorful in season favorites such as tomatoes, watermelon, peppers, corn, eggplant, and peaches.

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The Rapid's new e-fare system The Wave debuts August 14

Submitted 08-14-2018 under NONPROFITS

The Wave has already received rave reviews from pilot testers. The general public will be able to purchase a Wave card at Rapid Central Station or online. Wave cards are just $3 for the card itself and can be reloaded in-person at The Rapid’s Information Center or on the mobile-friendly website.

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GRAM announces access program for low-income individuals, families

Submitted 08-13-2018 under NONPROFITS

GRAM offers free admission to EBT cardholders through national program, Museums for All.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: How important is accessibility to a house of worship?

Submitted 08-13-2018 under OPINION

Jim E. asks, Most church buildings are older with lots of stairs. What ethical obligation does a church or house of worship have to be accessible to all visitors? At what cost?

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In Season: August 10, 2018

Submitted 08-10-2018 under NONPROFITS

Mother Nature has been kind to us for National Farmers Market Week, with the sun shining bright + a nice breeze blowing through the Market! We've got an abundance of locally-grown produce (apple season is starting!), meat, eggs, and dairy, Michigan-created food products, and handmade goods!

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