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Nathan Kalish - "Butte, Montana"

Submitted 11-14-2012 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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How GiveCamp gives

Submitted 11-14-2012 under NONPROFITS

The GAAH Press Club visited GiveCamp. Here they write about their experience.

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Jewel in our crown stepping down: Leader in sex education to retire from Planned Parenthood after 38 years

Submitted 11-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

PPWNM proudly, fondly and reluctantly bids farewell to Vice President of Education and Leadership Development Janis A. Lunquist, MA after 38 years of service. Lunquist is widely recognized as an expert in sexuality education, even appearing on The Oprah Winfrey Show.

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Transgender Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Hope

Submitted 11-12-2012 under NONPROFITS

The Transgender Education Collaboration is hosting a Transgender Day of Remembrance Service next Sunday at 6 p.m.

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Students from Kent Vocational Options learn about Native American history and culture.

Submitted 11-12-2012 under NONPROFITS

On Friday, November 9, students at Kent Vocational Options participated in a presentation through the Native American Education Program of Grand Rapids Public Schools.

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In Season: November 10, 2012

Submitted 11-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

Local items available at your local farmers market

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"Salmagundi: calm seas" Friday at Wealthy Theatre - live modern dance, music and film

Submitted 11-08-2012 under NONPROFITS

The public is invited to this collaborative performance event that takes place every fall, involving local and regional dancers, choreographers, musicians and videographers.

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Alex Cuba - "Tu Nombre"

Submitted 11-07-2012 under NONPROFITS

Songs From the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Brewery Vivant pulls a pint for hunger relief

Submitted 11-06-2012 under NONPROFITS

One of Grand Rapids' salient new breweries is giving a percentage of its sales to the local food bank.

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In Season: November 3, 2012

Submitted 11-03-2012 under NONPROFITS

Check out our autumn variety this week at the market!

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