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2012 Spring Parade of Homes

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Part-time Blogger, Part-time Receptionist & Cook on "In the Kitchen w/Kal"
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 10:19am
2012 Spring Parade of Homes

The Annual Parade of Homes has expanded this year.

Beyond the list of 57 homes to be featured from May 25th through June 9th, there will be 6 remodeled homes along with something new, 8 conceptual homes.  The 8 homes listed as conceptual, can only be viewed online.

Most homes featured are in the $200,000 - $300,000 range.

Ticket prices this year are $12 for adults and children 12 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online: Paradeofhomesmi.com.

For more information, please go to: www.ParadeOfHomesMi.com.

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Gerontology Network named a finalist in Toyota's 2012 100 Cars for Good program

Submitted by Jessica Puchala, Social Media Coordinator, Multimedia News Producer & Online Buzz Reporter at WZZM 13
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 4:21pm
Gerontology Network named a finalist in Toyota's 2012 100 Cars for Good program

News Release:        

GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN (MAY, 2012)  Gerontology Network is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of 500 nonprofit finalists in Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good program, a major philanthropic event in which the automaker is giving 100 cars to 100 organizations over 100 days.

 Each day from May 14th to August 21st five organizations will compete via 100carsforgood.com to win a Toyota of their choice.  The organization with the most votes each day wins.  Gerontology Network will compete against four other non-profit organizations to win a Toyota Sienna Mobility van on August 21st.

Transportation plays a vital role in providing access to critical services for older adults with limited mobility.  Gerontology Network provides services to over 3500 seniors every year, including transportation.  Ger

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Literary Life Bookstore & More closing in East Hills

Submitted by Chris Zoladz, Multi-Media Producer, WZZM 13
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 3:02pm
Literary Life Bookstore & More closing in East Hills

GRAND RAPIDS (WZZM) - A bookstore in the East Hills neighborhood is closing after five years in business. Literary Life Bookstore & More is discounting its inventory as it prepares to close.

Below is a release from the bookstore regarding its sale and hours of operation:

For five years, Literary Life Bookstore & More, located at 758 Wealthy Street SE (the southwest corner of Wealthy and Eastern) in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has provided the Wealthy Street neighborhood with a place to celebrate all aspects of the literary life. Sadly, the time has come to close our doors for good.

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One-Day Outdoor Book Festival, BookFest, Offers Family Fun

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events
Friday, May 11th, 2012, 10:01am
One-Day Outdoor Book Festival, BookFest, Offers Family Fun

The Grand Rapids Public Library will host an all day book festival, BookFest, on June 2, 2012 in conjunction with Festival of the Arts. The event runs from 10 am to 5:30 pm in front of the Main Library – 111 Library St NE and is sponsored by the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation.

The outdoor stage will feature musical performances, author appearances and a poetry slam. Kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite book character and join the Storybook Parade led by PBS Kids characters Super Why and Princess Presto. The Salvation Army Kroc Center will be on hand to help kids make a costume if they do not have one.

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GRPS Athletics Holding Parent Meetings

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012, 3:39pm
GRPS Athletics Holding Parent Meetings

Each GRPS "family of schools" will be holding a K-12 athletic meeting for all parents of new, current, and potential student athletes. GRPS Athletics staff will discuss how they are building successful K-12 programs and the Athletic Director will discuss the family of schools’ road map to the student athletes' success. It is the athletic department's goal to have students graduate with the opportunity to continue their academic and athletic careers beyond high school. Student athletes are encouraged to attend with their parents.


Union Family of Schools (Union, Burton, Westwood, CA Frost, Harrison, SWCC, Buchanan, Cesar Chavez, Covell, Shawmut Hills, Sibley)
May 10th at 6:00pm in the Union High School Auditorium
 
Creston Family of Schools (Creston, Riverside, Aberdeen, Coit, Congress, East Leonard, Kent Hills, North Park, Palmer)

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10th Annual Stomp Out Stigma – Walk For Mental Health

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012, 2:25pm
10th Annual Stomp Out Stigma – Walk For Mental Health

Put on your walking shoes to take part in this great cause on Saturday, May 19 at 8:30am at the downtown Grand Rapids Grand Valley State University Campus to benefit the Mental Health Foundation. Parking is available in the DeVos lot and walkers can gather in the courtyard at 8:30am & enjoy some refreshments.  Rain or Shine the Walk begins at 9am.

This 3 mile walk begins at the downtown Grand Rapids Pew Campus of Grand Valley State University and follows along the Grand River’s downtown boardwalk. Let's celebrates ability, instead of disability for those living with mental illness!

Register soon at www.themhf.org or by e-mail: kandicesloop@cherryhealth.com . Questions can be answered by calling, (616)965-8200, Ext. 7275.

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4th annual Mayor's Bike Ride planned for Tonight

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012, 3:40pm
4th annual Mayor's Bike Ride planned for Tonight

Join the fourth annual Mayor's Bike Ride tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the trailhead of Plaster Creek Trails, the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 2500 South Division Avenue.

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, Grand Rapids Griffins, Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation, and the Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition join Grand Rapids Mayor George K. Heartwell as proud partners.

This free family friendly event introduces the average bike rider to the Grand Rapids bike trail system. The event will start at the Kroc Center and then move to the trailhead of Plaster Creek Trails which is directly connected to the Kroc Center property. The ride distance options are 2 miles or 6 miles.

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