Paws With A Cause (PAWS) invites the community to lace up their sneakers and leash up their dogs for a day of fun while supporting life-changing working dog partnerships. 

On Saturday, September 20, PAWS will host the inaugural PAWS in the Park 5k at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids, followed by their annual

Retriever Fever event, a community celebration of dogs, fun, and more.

Proceeds directly support the PAWS mission: to transform lives and strengthen communities through partnerships with custom-trained working dogs. 

For more information, it's pawswithacause dot org

Are you 70½ or older?   If so, you can make a tax-smart gift to WYCE through your IRA. 

The West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology invites young adults unclear on their career paths to check out the "Step Year" Program.

Step Year at WMCAT (wim-cat) is a tuition-free program for young adults to explore college and career options, and help them find their next steps, whether it's schooling, a trade certificate, a new job, or a different path entirely.

Kent County adults ages 18-24 can apply now for Step Year at WMCAT dot ORG slash STEP YEAR (wmcat.org/stepyear)

The East Hills Council of Neighbors and the Wealthy Street Business Alliance present the Wealthy Street Block Party on Saturday, September 27th, from 12 to 6 PM at Wealthy and Eastern. 

The free event includes live music, kids' activities, food trucks, craft drinks, and local vendors. 

Details can be found on Facebook at Wealthy Street Block Party.