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Classic film "E.T." unites musician, volunteer, concert-goer

Submitted 11-07-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

Nostalgic showing of Spielberg's "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial" and live performance of score by the Grand Rapids Symphony creates powerful atmosphere of community.

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Sixteen local children need a forever home

Submitted 11-04-2016 under NONPROFITS

D.A. Blodgett – St. John’s (DABSJ) will mark National Adoption Awareness Month in November with Images of Adoption, an open house for those who would like to learn about becoming an adoptive parent. The agency will host Images of Adoption at DABSJ located at 805 Leonard, from 5 – 7 p.m. on Nov. 10.

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Voting for Kent County Prosecutor: Alida Bryant runs on reform; Chris Becker on continuity

Submitted 11-04-2016 under NEWS

On November 8, Kent County voters will elect a new Prosecutor. The two candidates, Alida Bryant (Democrat) and Chris Becker (Republican) were interviewed on their vision for the office.

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Local professor engages social work students in understanding poverty

Submitted 11-04-2016 under NONPROFITS

Greg Scott, Professor of Social Work and Social Work Program Director at Kuyper College leads students through poverty simulation exercises to better prepare them for their careers.

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See and hear 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' like you've never seen it before with Grand Rapids Pops

Submitted 11-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

A Grand Rapids Symphony musician has spent months preparing to play for the full-length screening of the Steven Spielberg film complete with live music in DeVos Hall

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"The Characters that Lived" brings life to writing by young CYC authors

Submitted 11-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

CYC students wrote character sketches in afterschool programming and watched them come to life at Wealthy Theatre last Wednesday thanks to the performance of Grand Rapids improv actors.

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Voting for Kent County Clerk: Chris Reader focuses on accessibility

Submitted 11-03-2016 under NEWS

On November 8, Kent County voters will elect a new County Clerk. In this series, the two candidates, Chris Reader (Democrat) and Lisa Posthumus Lyons (Republican) were interviewed on their vision for the office.

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Voting for Kent County Clerk: Lisa Posthumus Lyons focuses on efficiency

Submitted 11-03-2016 under NEWS

On November 8, Kent County voters will elect a new County Clerk. In this series, the two candidates, Chris Reader (Democrat) and Lisa Posthumus Lyons (Republican) were interviewed on their vision for the office.

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Pack a shoebox gift for a child in need this Christmas

Submitted 11-02-2016 under NONPROFITS

This week’s episode of NPO Showcase features Operation Christmas Child, a ministry that helps children in need across the world.

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Ride The Rapid in November to sip local and enjoy arts and culture

Submitted 11-02-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

Gear up for the holiday season by making room on your calendar for transit-friendly events throughout Grand Rapids.

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