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President and CEO of Humane Society of the United States comes to Grand Rapids

Submitted 01-16-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Wayne Pacelle will be discussing his best-selling book, "The Bond: Our Kinship with Animals, Our Call to Defend Them," at Calvin College as part of Wake Up Weekend on Jan. 19

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Catalyst Radio: Austin Bunn on his documentary play, and on writing

Submitted 01-13-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids writer Austin Bunn talks about the making of his documentary play, "Rust," and his personal discoveries during the process.

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January Tuesday Tabletalk

Submitted 01-12-2012 under NONPROFITS

In celebration of Interfaith 2012, the first Tuesday Tabletalk will be held on Tuesday, January 17 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Dominican Center (DCM).

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Pedro Noguera shares bolder approach to education at January Series

Submitted 01-11-2012 under NEWS

NYU Education professor and urban sociologist Pedro Nogeura spoke Tuesday at Calvin College as part of The January Series.

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4 Sundays, 4 Museums. Free for everyone.

Submitted 01-11-2012 under NEWS

Grand Rapids' major downtown museums announce a collaboration to offer free admission on four Sundays in 2012.

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Discover legendary St. Mark Episcopal Church's 175-year-old history

Submitted 01-11-2012 under NONPROFITS

Join us at 7 p.m. Thursday as Karen Hunter explores the rich history of St. Mark Episcopal Church, a downtown landmark that can trace its beginnings to 1836.

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Metaxas visits Calvin, discusses Bonhoeffer

Submitted 01-10-2012 under OPINION

A take on Eric Metaxas' Calvin College lecture on the life behind his recently published biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

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Inspirations

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

During January and February of 2012, Dominican Center at Marywood Art Gallery will display the works of Joanne Peltz, Lucianne Siers, OP, and Jim VanBeek from January 1 through February 28, 2012. Most of the works are available for purchase.

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Glance at the Past - Old Plank Road

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

Plank roads evoke the mystique of days gone by, but those old wooden planks held little charm for travelers.

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Marie Catrib's serves up Lebanese and Yooper influences

Submitted 01-10-2012 under OPINION

The popularity of this restaurant is well deserved, and I see why customer reviews have given them a 4½-star rating. There is a good selection local vegan, vegetarian and hearty meaty dishes for the carnivores here.

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