Submitted 11-12-2015 under NONPROFITS
The Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council explores the roles spirited local women played in promoting temperance on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
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The Eastown restaurant is running a food and fund drive for Feeding America West Michigan, Nov. 15 through Jan. 3.
Submitted 11-11-2015 under NONPROFITS
60 Wishes are needed for children and families. These are not a typical toy request but items that help provide a better quality of life.
Submitted 11-10-2015 under NEWS
On November 16 at 6:30 p.m., Partners for a Racism Free Community will be holding the fourth part of their #RacisminGR discussion series.
Bombadil Books, opening November 11, will offer binding and restoration services, community events and a quarterly magazine. Co-owners Danielle Alexander and Tim Albon aim to create "a home away from home for creatives and literary-minded people."
Submitted 11-10-2015 under OPINION
Open carry campaigns came to Grand Rapids recently. We are forgetting that Article 7, Section 29 of the Michigan Constitution guarantees to cities the right of reasonable control of their streets and public places.
Submitted 11-10-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
The final draft of the GR Forward plan will be presented to the Planning Commission on Thursday, November 12. The plan emphasizes racial equity and inclusive economic growth.
Submitted 11-09-2015 under NONPROFITS
In less than a year, a new addiction recovery community center on Grand Rapids' southeast side is changing the neighborhood landscape.
Free, four-session food justice class is open to all who want to learn more and do more.
Submitted 11-06-2015 under NONPROFITS
Resources for those in need of a place to go or food for their families for the holidays.