The mission of the Stock Bridge Business Association is to connect local businesses with the community, support business growth and development, and honor the history and culture of Grand Rapids' West Side.

The Stock Bridge Business Association envisions a future where all are welcomed and honored for who they are and how they connect within the community, regardless of if they own a business or not.

If you want to know what's happening in the Bridge Street neighborhood, The Stock Bridge Business Association offers a way to connect and hear directly from business owners and representatives.

For more information, visit stockbridgegr dot com.

The World Affairs Council of Western Michigan empowers West Michigan's people and organizations to engage thoughtfully with the world.

The World Affairs Council is committed to providing non-partisan, global perspectives by bringing international diplomats and global experts to our community.

Their motto is: "To change the world," we believe, "one must first know the world."

To learn more, register for events, and become a member it's worldmichigan dot org

Local Spins on WYCE is a 1-hour exploration of music from the Grand Rapids and West Michigan. The program often debuts new songs by seasoned artists as well as emerging acts.

Hosted by John "SINK-uh-vitch" from LocalSpins.com -- the website that covers West Michigan's music scene. Each week, John invites local artists into the studio for live music and conversation.

Tune in for "Local Spins on WYCE" every Friday at 11 am and again Sunday at 5 pm on 88.1 FM WYCE, online at WYCE.org, and on our app.

Winter is coming, and the Hispanic Center needs winter coats to keep families warm! 

Lowell Arts Theater presents Playbytes by Playwrights: No Idea Is a Bad Idea. Performances are scheduled for October 18 to October 27th at Lowell Arts - 223 W Main Street in Lowell.

Playbytes by Playwrights is a 10-minute play competition featuring original works that have been juried and selected to be performed.

Tickets are available online, over the phone, or in person at Lowell Arts. 

More information is at  lowellarts dot org.

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

The Michigan Parkinson Foundation is holding its annual Parkinson Hero Walk at Aquinas College to raise funds for the 35,000 individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's in Michigan and allow individuals to honor the Parkinson's Hero in their lives.

The walk is scheduled for Saturday, October 19th. Registration begins at 9 AM, and the walk starts at 10:30 AM, at the Aquinas College Athletics & Recreation Building.

It will include sponsors from across the community, exercise demonstrations, an interactive kids' corner, and a one-mile walk. 

More information is available at parkinsonsmi dot org.