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Luke Ridout Joins the Literacy Center of West Michigan

Submitted 06-16-2011 under NONPROFITS

Calvin Graduate Assists Growing Customized Workplace English Program

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SBV of the Week: American Red Cross Health and Safety Instructor

Submitted 06-16-2011 under NONPROFITS

Volunteers are needed to teach health and safety classes to the public, including CPR, First Aid, and more.

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Community Foundation Grant to GRPS’ Harrison Park School Puts Students on the Path to College

Submitted 06-15-2011 under NONPROFITS

Signifying the beginning of a long-term partnership, Grand Rapids Community Foundation trustees approved a $250,000 grant Monday and announced publicly Wednesday that it will create a college-going cu

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In Season: June 11, 2011

Submitted 06-15-2011 under NONPROFITS

What's in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you're curious about what's at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every week.

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Izzy Goes To Italy

Submitted 06-15-2011 under NONPROFITS

Izzy traveled to Muggia in May; spending two weeks building a wood-fired kiln with his long-time friend and former instructor, Bill Farrell.

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Community Foundation Grants: Civil Liberties, Bike Bridges, Housing Rehab, Summer Interns, Hispanic Business Development and Fish Streams

Submitted 06-14-2011 under NONPROFITS

Trustees of Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved $454,500 in grants to nonprofits in Kent County that will have impact on people in all corners of the community.

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World Refugee Day Film

Submitted 06-13-2011 under NONPROFITS

We are screening "welcome to Shelbyville" on World Refugee Day (June 20th) at Wealth Street Theater.

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GRAM on the Green Returns for a Third Season With New Collaborations

Submitted 06-13-2011 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation, and the Downtown Alliance announce a Friday night filled with free activities at Rosa Parks Circle and GRAM this July and August!

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Glance at the Past - First Woman Doctor

Submitted 06-10-2011 under NONPROFITS

The 1870s favored the growing population of women doctors. Frances Armstrong Rutherford was among the first in Grand Rapids.

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Catalyst Radio: Arts market and music festival among highlights of this weekend

Submitted 06-10-2011 under NONPROFITS

A heads up on two events this week: Buttermilk Jamboree music festival and The Market, presented by Avenue for the Arts.

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