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Women build bonds, break barriers in outdoor program

Submitted 12-07-2017 under NONPROFITS

Michigan's Becoming an Outdoors Woman has given women the opportunity to learn the skills needed to enjoy outdoor activities

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Open the Door: Community gardening as personal growth

Submitted 12-06-2017 under NONPROFITS

Community growth through sustainable neighborhood revitalization and community gardening at the new Roosevelt Apartments in Muskegon Heights

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New virtual reality, touchscreen experience at Grand Rapids Public Museum

Submitted 12-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Public Museum is bringing a new virtual reality experience to the Museum opening Saturday, December 16, 2017 featuring Finny, the Museum’s iconic 1905 finback whale skeleton that hangs above the first floor Galleria.

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Local artist feature from UICA: Erin Schaenzer

Submitted 12-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

Erin Schaenzer moved to Grand Rapids, MI five years ago to attend Kendall College of Art and Design and graduated with a BFA in Printmaking. Schaenzer’s poetic works are influenced by identity and relationships.

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A message from Comprenew regarding net neutrality

Submitted 12-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

As a social enterprise, part of Comprenew's mission is to educate and advocate for equal access in an expanding digitally connected world.

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Finding more than a place to sleep

Submitted 12-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

As we experience so often, the blessings Katheryn gives outnumber those she receives. She says, it is with joy and gratitude that I am able to serve the Lord and His people, and Katheryn's joy is contagious.

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Catalyst Radio: Tami VandenBerg talks legalization of cannabis

Submitted 12-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

Jessica Young speaks with Tami VandenBerg on the history of cannabis prohibition in the state of Michigan and its impact on different communities.

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Downtown Market hosting month of cheerful holiday events

Submitted 11-30-2017 under NONPROFITS

Visitors can pick out a freshly-cut Christmas tree and handmade wreath, visit Santa for photos and sharing Christmas lists, sip hot cocoa while shopping local for special gifts and more at the Downtown Market.

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'A Father's Walk' equips single fathers to be intentional leaders

Submitted 11-29-2017 under NONPROFITS

A Father's Walk offers resources to single fathers to empower their parenting and strengthen relationships

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Open the Door: Resident leaders take Los Angeles

Submitted 11-29-2017 under NONPROFITS

Resident leaders from Dwelling Place's Weston Apartments traveled to the Neighborworks CLI training in Los Angeles for community building, leadership initiatives, and connecting with fellow Neighborworks resident leaders from across the country.

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