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Grand Rapid's South West Neighborhood

Celebrate our community's unsung heroes

Submitted 02-22-2013 under NONPROFITS

Family Futures seeks nominees for 25th Annual Service to Children Awards

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Chin Community of Grand Rapids invites local residents to share in their culture

Submitted 02-21-2013 under NEWS

There is a large number of Burmese refugees in Grand Rapids. To better understand our new neighbors, join in their public celebration, and learn about their adjustment to Grand Rapids culture.

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Kolene Allen veganizes GR, vies for award

Submitted 02-19-2013 under NEWS

Kolene Allen, local Grand Rapids environment supporter, talks about being vegan and protecting the environment. Her efforts have garnered her recognition as a future leader at the Women and the Environment Symposium.

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Students gain confidence, experience, voice through press club

Submitted 02-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Press Club, sponsored by the Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities News Bureau, has not only grown in number of participants, but has become a catalyst for a positive public youth voice.

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Mygrcitypoints teams up with Heart of West Michigan United Way

Submitted 01-24-2013 under NEWS

mygrcitypoints and Volunteer Center GR team up with volunteer incentives

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January Tuesday Tabletalk - Rites of Passage

Submitted 01-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

DCM explores Rites of Passage from the perspective of four faith traditions on Tuesday, January 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. A warm meal is provided to participants at round tables comprised of persons from varying faith traditions.

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American Kestrel falcon returned to natural habitat after care at Blandford Nature Center

Submitted 01-02-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

A coworker finds a weakened young falcon in the parking lot at work. After a time of rehabilitation at Blandford Nature Center, the falcon returns for release into its natural habitat.

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Youth reporters rename Press Club to honor Andy Angelo

Submitted 12-17-2012 under NONPROFITS

The GAAH Press Club was recently renamed the Andy Angelo Press Club in honor of our dear friend and longtime board member who passed away on July 3, 2012.

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Men's Spirituality Initiative at Dominican Center

Submitted 12-15-2012 under NONPROFITS

Dominican Center at Marywood offers a variety of opportunities for men to gather together to deepen their spirituality, understand their role in life, family and community.

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Kids helping kids: The gift of music shared through The Crescendo Foundation

Submitted 12-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

A new foundation brings music lessons to children in the city who haven't had the opportunity to pursue their interests and develop their talents

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