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University Wits presents: 'Jeffrey'

Submitted 06-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

Kicking off Pride Month, local theater company University Wits stages production of LGBTQ comedy "Jeffrey."

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Father's Day Electronics Recycling Event at Comprenew

Submitted 05-29-2018 under NONPROFITS

In celebration of Father's Day, Comprenew is inviting families to come dismantle electronics for recycling and learn more about the hazards of e-waste.

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Public Museum offers behind scenes look at fashion collection in special pop-up experience

Submitted 05-29-2018 under NONPROFITS

The museum announces it will showcase pieces from its Fashion Collection in a special pop-up experience this weekend only, Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2. This pop up experience, will showcase the collections process of photographing, cataloging and documenting artifacts.

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Enjoying the ride: My experiences as a delivery driver in Grand Rapids

Submitted 05-29-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

We are the couriers of the night, the unsung heroes quelling the insatiable hunger that plagues us more than we would like to admit. I’m just kidding. I deliver food.

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City commission meeting discusses commissioner vacancy, hears public comments on city fees

Submitted 05-25-2018 under NEWS

The Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Grand Rapids City Commission meeting had a lot of conversation about how to fill the third ward’s vacant seat due to Commissioner David Allen stepping down June 12, 2018.

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Volunteer nurses offer health screenings for the community at Dégagé Ministries

Submitted 05-25-2018 under NONPROFITS

Twice a month, a group of volunteer nurses faithfully hold Health Depot. These nurses perform general health screenings on our patrons to assess appropriate care.

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Made in Michigan Pop-Up Marketplace returns to Downtown Market for 2018 season

Submitted 05-23-2018 under NONPROFITS

More than 50 vendors will be present for the first event of the summer on May 26, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Vendors for the 2018 season include local favorites Mulder Studio, Lions & Rabbits, Happy Camper, Dime & Regal, Wander & Gather, River Babe Threads and many more.

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Beethoven's mighty Ninth Symphony, plus world premiere, bring Grand Rapids Symphony's season to thrilling conclusion

Submitted 05-22-2018 under OPINION

The final concert of the Grand Rapids Symphony's first full season under Marcelo Lehninger was all about Beethoven in a big, thrilling way.

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St. Cecilia's announces new season of concerts, special events for Women's History Month to celebrate 135th anniversary

Submitted 05-22-2018 under NONPROFITS

St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids will begin a new season of music on October 11, 2018 to celebrate their 135-year history as the oldest arts organization in Grand Rapids and West Michigan.

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Heartside all stars finish another Fifth Third River Bank Run

Submitted 05-16-2018 under NONPROFITS

A group from Dégagé Ministries faithfully trained for their annual walk in the Fifth Third River Bank Run that was held on May 12. Many of these ladies persevered through physical challenges, but each one accomplished her goal!

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