Are you a Michigan musician or know of a few talented artists?

The Grand Rapids Public Library will be hosting a Grand River Walking Tour on September 21st!

During this interactive walking tour, local experts will speak about the river's ecosystem,  fishery, and water protection efforts.

Speakers include the Grand River Watershed Arts and Music Council and the DNR.

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. 

WYCE's Fall 2024 Fund Drive kicks off Monday, September 23, at 7 AM and runs through Friday at 6 PM.

As West Michigan's only independent community radio station, WYCE receives no government funding. 

Your financial support for WYCE is the primary lifeline that keeps us on the air.

During our fund drive, we will offer several great "dinner and show" concert packages that you can donate to receive, plus matching opportunities to double your donation.

We'll also celebrate "Music Made In Michigan" ...featuring some of Michigan's most iconic performers like Stevie Wonder, Billy Strings,  Greta Van Fleet, and many others.

We hope we can count on your support!  Remember, you can donate any amount now at wyce.org.

Revive & Thrive Project is a local non-profit organization that aims to nourish greater Grand Rapids, one meal at a time. 

Since 2015, Revive & Thrive Project has served over 70,000 nutritious, home-delivered meals to individuals and families facing a health crisis in greater Grand Rapids. 

Meals are provided with a focus on improving health outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and creating a community of vital support.

To learn how you can support Revive & Thrive Project  by serving as a volunteer or by making a financial donation, visit reviveandthriveproject dot org

The Grand Rapids Public Library will be hosting a Grand River Walking Tour on September 21st!

During this interactive walking tour, local experts will speak about the river's ecosystem,  fishery, and water protection efforts.

Speakers include the Grand River Watershed Arts and Music Council and the DNR.

The Franciscan Life Process Center will be hosting their 10th annual Franciscan Rhythms 5K, benefiting its music therapy program and land restoration efforts on Saturday, Oct. 5. 

You can enjoy a meaningful and creative night out with the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology or "WMCAT" [whim-cat] on Grand Rapids' West Side!

Join WMCAT on Wednesday, October 2nd from 4:30-7:00pm for Studio Sips, an interactive happy hour featuring appetizers, drinks, and creative activities all while learning more about our mission to provide access to opportunity.

Spots are limited for this hands-on, no-experience-necessary event.

Tickets are available at wmcat.org/studiosips.

The Grand Rapids Public Library will be hosting a Grand River Walking Tour on September 21st!

During this interactive walking tour, local experts will speak about the river's ecosystem,  fishery, and water protection efforts.

Speakers include the Grand River Watershed Arts and Music Council and the DNR.

West Michigan families and their dogs are invited to Paws With a Cause's annual Retriever Fever...a dog-friendly gathering on Saturday, September 21, at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids.

Retriever Fever is a friendly competition between Labrador Retriever and Golden Retriever fans with retriever races, and PAWS merch sales contributing to deciding which dog breed is named "Top Dog."

It includes food trucks, games and activities, community vendors, Dog CPR/First Aid Demos, Pet Headshots, and the opportunity to learn about the life-changing impact of a PAWS Assistance Dog .

More information is at pawswithacause dot org