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In Season: December 23, 2017

Submitted 12-23-2017 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produced products available at your local farmers markets.

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Catalyst Radio: Refugee Education Center aims to help refugee children and families in West Michigan

Submitted 12-22-2017 under NONPROFITS

This episode features an interview with Susan Kragt of the Refugee Education Center.

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Greenpeace Report Card assesses top IT companies' commitment to "greener electronics"

Submitted 12-22-2017 under NONPROFITS

Considering the billions of electronic devices flooding the market every year and the costs associated with manufacturing them, both economic and environmental, the Greenpeace report makes a strong case for manufacturers to work harder to reduce their environmental impact.

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Hare today, hare tomorrow

Submitted 12-20-2017 under NONPROFITS

Thanks to extensive wildlife habitat management in recent years, Michigan’s snowshoe hares have been given a leg up in their fight for survival.

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Local NAACP wants policing changes after detainment of 11-year-old girl

Submitted 12-19-2017 under NEWS

The supporters are asking Grand Rapids Police Department to conduct a full internal investigation, collaborate with the officers' union, immediately release all body-camera footage within the next 12 to 24 hours and provide counseling to Hodges and her mother at the City’s expense.

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Sharing resident voices through storytelling

Submitted 12-19-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS

Storytelling shapes our perceptions of the world; sharing your story can inspire others and bridge empathy gaps by encouraging deeper thinking.

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Civic Theatre releases new puppet making class for children this winter

Submitted 12-19-2017 under NONPROFITS

Registration is open now through January 1, 2018. Dates of the class are January 8, 2018-February 12, 2018 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

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Enjoy family fun during Snowflake Break at Grand Rapids Public Museum

Submitted 12-19-2017 under NONPROFITS

December 23, 2017 through January 7, 2018 the Grand Rapids Public Museum is hosting family-friendly fun over the holiday break including take-home crafts, a LEGO display, and a holiday themed planetarium show.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Is sex in virtual reality cheating? Part 2

Submitted 12-18-2017 under OPINION

We continue with John's question, does virtual reality sex constitute cheating?

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Catalyst Radio: Discussing conservation in West Michigan

Submitted 12-15-2017 under NONPROFITS

The West Michigan Conservation Network (WMCN) is a partnership of environmental groups, educational institutions, governmental organizations, and private citizens working together to conserve and enhance our natural communities.

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