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Frank Sinatra's biggest hits come to Grand Rapids Symphony stage in 'Sinatra and Beyond,' Nov 9-11

Submitted 11-06-2018 under NONPROFITS

Singer and pianist Tony DeSare, star of Off-Broadway show 'Our Sinatra' joins Grand Rapids Pops for salute to Ol' Blue Eyes

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City Connection: Talking with new City Manager Mark Washington

Submitted 11-05-2018 under NONPROFITS

Mark Washington, new city manager, will be the guest on tonight's show.

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Life Enrichment Center offers space for community to receive mail, shower, store belongings

Submitted 11-05-2018 under NONPROFITS

Frank says, "Dégagé has done so much for me that I want to give back by helping other patrons. I believe in their mission and I, too, want to reflect the love of Christ."

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In Season: November 2, 2018

Submitted 11-02-2018 under NONPROFITS

Happy Friday at the Market! The pace of Friday's have slowed down, but we still have a great selection of products to choose from! Today we've got locally-grown mushrooms, hearty veggies, fall fruit, various greens, a diverse selection of winter squash, apples a plenty, and peppers + tomatoes!

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#GivingTuesday2018: Bridging the Digital Divide with Comprenew Connect

Submitted 11-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

As we approach the holiday shopping season, please consider donating to Comprenew Connect. Your contribution can help improve digital access in our community!

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Leonard Bernstein protege will lead Grand Rapids Symphony in 100th birthday celebration concert

Submitted 10-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Symphony celebrates the 100th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein's birth with music from 'West Side Story,' 'Candide' and more in an all-Bernstein concert, Nov. 2-3.

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Madison Square nonprofit urban farm unveils newly reopened community market

Submitted 10-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Urban Roots' newly reopened Community Market, a cross between a farm stand, a retail store, and a community cooperative, provides healthy, local (when possible), whole foods to its Madison Square neighbors and the Grand Rapids community.

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Pigeon Creek Shakespeare presents 'As You Like It'

Submitted 10-29-2018 under NONPROFITS

The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company will present 'As You Like It' at the Dog Story Theater November 9-18.

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Silhouettes celebrate community members' vision

Submitted 10-26-2018 under NONPROFITS

Eight paper silhouettes share positive stories in Heartside this fall as an early result of Quality of Life Workgroup recommendations

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Service learning opportunities for students at Comprenew

Submitted 10-26-2018 under NONPROFITS

Comprenew offers service learning opportunities to educate students on the hazards of electronic waste.

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