Submitted 02-12-2021 under NEWS
Mayor Bliss to deliver virtual State of the City address on Feb. 16; three Grand Rapids parks lit with luminary pathways for Valentine’s Day weekend; The Rapid continues paper ticket phase-out with end of 10-ride paper tickets; and more.
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Submitted 02-11-2021 under LOCAL LIFE
With the addition of another police-firefighter pair, the HOT aims to engage more people experiencing homelessness within the city. Its eventual launch of a data dashboard will track its outcomes.
Submitted 02-08-2021 under OPINION
Linda M. asks, “When people say ‘let God handle it’ or ‘it is all in God's plan,’ does anyone remember God (or whoever) made us thinking, reasoning, humans, and we have an obligation to use our brains and common sense, not just lay bad stuff or good stuff on God's whim?”
Submitted 02-08-2021 under NONPROFITS
St. Cecilia Music Center is proud to present Jazz Bassists Christian McBride and Edgar Meyer in an exclusive live virtual concert on February 25, 2021 at 7pm EST. Both artists will offer up solo performances and then join together for a post-show artist conversation where they will answer questions.
Since the beginning of the year, Guiding Light has had an uptick in the number of inquiries and enrollments for its Recovery program. Director Brian Elve provides insights into the problem -- and how Guiding Light has developed an effective approach to help men recover and re-engage.
Submitted 02-05-2021 under NONPROFITS
Grab your hat, mittens, and boots, it’s going to be a cold one at the Market this weekend. Despite the snowy weather, we WILL be open this Saturday! Shop from over 30 vendors offering the best local fare and handmade goods in town.
Submitted 02-04-2021 under NEWS
Local museums, library celebrating Black History Month with online events; Grand Rapids Fire Department forms community education team to improve fire prevention; LaughFest returns for mostly-virtual 2021 festival in March; and more.
Submitted 02-04-2021 under NONPROFITS
UCOM welcomes Liam Bailey as Donor Relations Specialist
Submitted 02-03-2021 under NONPROFITS
The community is invited to join Guiding Light's virtual Ministry Update on Thursday, Feb. 18. Hosted on Facebook and LinkedIn, the virtual event will begin at 7 p.m. and focus on how the nonprofit is preparing to meet increased demand for its addition recovery services.
The Salvation Army thanks Kent County for the wonderful support received through its "Rescue Christmas" Campaign.
