Griffins join ‘Dog Week’ lineup

The Grand Rapids Griffins are inviting folks, along with their furry four-legged friends, to attend the Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game Sunday, March 19.

March for Meals at Millennium

Did you resolve to be more active this year? Do you love beautiful walks through wetlands and woods? Do you love cute dogs? Do you want to win something? Do you love wearing costumes? Do you want to help local seniors?

Retro party at Pyramid Scheme will benefit GRTV

Add "Retro Party at Pyramid Scheme to Celebrate and Support GRTV’s Legacy" to your June calendar.
LaughFest brings people together with laughter.

LaughFest Gala raises funds for cancer, grief

The annual Red Door Gala takes place tonight, March 16, at Frederik Meijer Gardens, concluding a week of standup comedy and celebrating the thousands of lives impacted by Gilda’s Club.

Event teaches people to be the beat

An annual fundraiser for the American Heart Association aims to draw attention to a rise in cardiovascular disease-related deaths.  

Stomp returns to GR with a mission

The internationally acclaimed percussion show “Stomp” has partnered with food banks across the country to “Stomp Out Hunger.” 

SpartanNash shows up for food banks, veterans

SpartanNash associates in Grand Rapids did their part recently at a Helping Hands Day event, offering manual labor and other services to area nonprofits. 

Local businesses help Hawaii fire victims

As America continues to witness the tragic unfolding of events related to the fires that swept through the town of Lahaina in West Maui, Hawaii on Aug. 8, local businesses are doing what they can to help. 

‘Watercolors 6’ breaks down barriers

An event designed to celebrate Black culture and to support students of color will return to Grand Rapids July 28-30.

SpartanNash sends aid to earthquake victims

It's been nearly 10 days since the deadly earthquake that's claimed 33,000 lives in Turkey and Syria.

New bakery opens doors for women

A new bakery that provides women with an opportunity for meaningful work has opened its doors.

Jim Crow Museum’s Pilgrim to present lecture

A new exhibit coming to the Grand Rapids Public Museum aims to provide insight on racist items and images from the not-too-distant past.

Walking to the rhythm of health equity

The Grand Rapids African American Health Institute will host its annual Rhythm Walk and health fair at MLK Park on Saturday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Kentwood canines Bark for the Park

Bark for the Park, a dog-friendly fundraiser for the City of Kentwood’s Kellogg Woods Park dog will take place May 18.

WOC GIVE gathers for grant nominees

A philanthropic collective supporting the advancement of Black, Indigenous and People of Color will announce the finalists for $65,000 in grant money at its upcoming annual event.

D.A. Blodgett – St. John’s opens $13.9 facility

D.A. Blodgett-St. John’s, the oldest child welfare nonprofit in the region, has announced the opening of a $13.9 million headquarters facility.

Disc golfers aim to fill pantry

Kentwood’s Little Free Pantry is in immediate need of donations and area disc golfers, once again, are coming to the rescue with an annual tournament aimed at restocking the pantry. 
Opera Grand Rapids celebrates 50th anniversary season

Music, mimosas and brunch!

Opera GR is kicking off its 2023-24 season with a very special event.

A heartwarming coat drive

A local radio station known for an upbeat variety of adult contemporary music set a goal to collect 100 coats for people who need help staying warm this winter.

Museum announces 2023 honorees

The Grand Rapids Public Museum announced the community leaders who will be honored at the annual Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala.

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