The YWCA West Central Michigan is a social justice organization with more than 100 years of experience providing service to, and advocating on behalf of the most vulnerable people in our community. 

Support for WYCE comes from Turnstiles -an eclectic entertainment venue on GR's West side.

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday,  karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

This Thursday night, Feb. 8th it's Open Creatives with Ben Erhart playing live at Turnstiles, plus  Funk Friday w/Da'Veonce & the Funk Gang, starting at 8 pm.

Hours, plus more information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation presenting Lake Street Dive at GLC Live at 20 Monroe.

Lake Street Dive will be bringing their "Good Together Tour" to Grand Rapids on September 23rd.

Their eclectic discography features cover records as well as original soul pop music.

Tickets and more information for Lake Street Dive is available online at glc live at 20 monroe dot com.

CASA of Kent County needs more volunteers, they are inviting you to join them for a casual evening of food and conversation to learn more about what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate for a child in Kent County.

CASA of Kent County constantly receives requests for volunteers to advocate for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect.

To learn about what it takes to become a CASA volunteer, register for a volunteer interest mixer at the Mitten Brewing Company on Thursday, February 8th, from 4:30 to 6 PM. The Mitten Brewing Company is at 527 Leonard St.

Current CASA volunteers will be there to share their stories and answer questions.

You can learn more and register for the event at casakentco dot org forward slash events

Support for WYCE comes from Turnstiles -an eclectic entertainment venue on GR's West side.

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday,  karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

This Thursday night, Feb. 8th it's Open Creatives with Ben Erhart playing live at Turnstiles, plus  Funk Friday w/Da'Veonce & the Funk Gang, starting at 8 pm.

Hours, plus more information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com

Support for WYCE comes from Bell's Beer in downtown Kalamazoo. 

In honor of black history month this February, the Grand Rapids Public Library is offering special programming for kids, teens, and adults that highlights and celebrates our Black community.

Black History Month programming at the Grand Rapids Public Library includes presentations by GRPL staff, local businesses, and artists throughout February.

Families are invited to visit the Main Library on February 17 for a special showing of the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.  Musically inspired, age-appropriate crafts and popcorn from Mosby's Popcorn will also be available on a first come, first served basis

Black History Month storytimes will highlight Black stories and include songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun.

More information about these free Black History Month events can be found at www.grpl.org.

Support for WYCE comes from Turnstiles -an eclectic entertainment venue on GR's West side.

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday,  karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

This Thursday night, Feb. 8th it's Open Creatives with Ben Erhart playing live at Turnstiles, plus  Funk Friday w/Da'Veonce & the Funk Gang, starting at 8 pm.

Hours, plus more information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com