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Peregrine falcons back from brink of extinction

Submitted 08-07-2017 under NONPROFITS

Peregrine falcons in Michigan are making a big comeback.

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The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company specializes in authentic performances of Shakespeare's works

Submitted 08-07-2017 under NONPROFITS

This week's episode of NPO Showcase features The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company who explores theatrical practices employed by performers from the Shakespearean era

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The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company presents Cymbeline

Submitted 08-04-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company will present Cymbeline at the Dog Story Theater, August 11-20.

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In Season: August 5, 2017

Submitted 08-04-2017 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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Fireworks, mariachi music wrap up Grand Rapids Symphony's Picnic Pops in two special, one-night only shows

Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

The 2017 D&W Fresh Market Picnic Pops series concludes with explosive fireworks on Thursday and marvelous mariachi music on Saturday

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Crooked Lake Marsh is a biodiversity hotspot

Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

Located within Allegan State Game Area, Crooked Lake Marsh is home to a number of rare and endangered species

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Summer celebration along Downtown's South Division Avenue

Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

Featuring Neighborhood Happy Hour, enjoy live music from WYCE selected bands, grab a paintbrush and participate in a mural painting, attend an exclusive Tour of Hidden Downtown Gardens, visit gallery exhibitions, and splurge at vendors, pop up shops and sales along the Avenue for the Arts.

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Ride The Rapid to events throughout Grand Rapids, Kentwood this August

Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

Celebrate, enjoy art, catch a flick and get to the zoo via The Rapid throughout August.

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In Season: July 29, 2017

Submitted 07-28-2017 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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When 'them' becomes 'us': Standing with the Muslim community of Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-25-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Standing Together Partnership initiative created four new congregational partnerships. In these partnerships, each mosque was paired up with at least two Christian churches and a Jewish Synagogue.

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