Culture

A Watershed Moment: Sustainability at Pilgrim Manor

Submitted 03-22-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The sustainability manager at Pilgrim Manor discusses why sustainability is important to staff and residents in this northeast Grand Rapids retirement community.

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Pina: Oscar-nominated dance film screens at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 03-21-2012 under OPINION

Groundbreaking documentary celebrates life of legendary choreographer.

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WMEAC presents "FernGully: The Last Rain Forest" at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 03-21-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

West Michigan Environmental Action Council will present "FernGully: The Last Rainforest," on April 4 at Wealthy Theatre.

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Camp O'Malley donors break  ground for new cabin 

Submitted 03-21-2012 under NONPROFITS

Thanks to donors Jeff and Patti Cousins, Camp O'Malley will be getting one more cabin this summer to fill full of West Michigan youth enjoying all that summer camp has to offer!

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Glance at the Past - City Hall 1888

Submitted 03-20-2012 under NONPROFITS

The birth of the old City Hall took years as city fathers hemmed and hawed over plans, costs, and location.

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Essential role of "Women of the (Fruit) Ridge" presented Thursday evening

Submitted 03-20-2012 under NONPROFITS

Local historian Cindy Laug will explore the sometimes forgotten yet pivotal role women played in developing "The Ridge," the area northwest of Grand Rapids known for its environment for growing fruit trees.

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