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Halloween Skary Skate at Walker Ice Arena

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Blogger, receptionist and cook
Tuesday, October 14th, 2014, 10:35am
Halloween Skary Skate at Walker Ice Arena

Walker Ice Arena is hosting a Halloween Skary Skate on Friday, October 24th from 8 – 10 pm.

Treats, prizes, fun and a costume contest are on the venue for the evening. Come join in the fun.

Contact Sharon Johnson, Recreation Program Director for any additional information at 616-735-6286 x 15.

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3rd Annual Lace up for Kids Run & Free Health & Wellness Expo

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Friday, October 3rd, 2014, 4:15pm
3rd Annual Lace up for Kids Run & Free Health & Wellness Expo

The community is invited to 5th/3rd Ballpark located at 4500 West River Drive in Comstock Park, Michigan 49321 on Saturday, October 4 to visit participating local businesses at the Health & Wellness Expo starting at 8:00am.

The 5K Run begins at 9:00am with the Health Expo continuing after the race.

This special race will benefit Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Foundation, making a difference in the lives of children & families.

Visit www.laceup4kids.org for more information.

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Extended Days & Hours at Alpine Township Library

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Sunday, September 28th, 2014, 7:00am
Extended Days & Hours at Alpine Township Library

The Kent District Library is increasing hours for Alpine Township, Caledonia Township & Spencer Township branches for a total of 35 hours per week for all three branches. The Alpine Township Library will be open on Thursdays, along with an additional hour on Friday’s beginning on Monday, September 29.

The new open hours schedule is:

Mondays: 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesdays: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesdays: 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursdays: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Fridays: 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM & Sundays: Closed.

Visit www.kdl.org for more information.

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Let’s Kick Hunger - Million Meal March on September 27

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014, 10:43am
Let’s Kick Hunger - Million Meal March on September 27

For the 3rd year, with your participation, this popular 10K will help benefit the Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank in Comstock Park.

Although the event is free to attend, participants are encouraged to raise $100, which is the equivalent to 400 meals for Feeding America West Michigan.

Be a part of the fight against hunger this Saturday, September 27 at 10:00am on the White Pine Trail, across from the Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank located at 864 West River Center Drive in Comstock Park.

Register or donate at www.feedingamericawestmichigan.org.

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Crash’s Landing Fundraiser on September 24

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014, 7:00am
Crash’s Landing Fundraiser on September 24

Crash’s Landing & Big Sid’s Sanctuary invites the community to participate in this worthy cause.

Print a flier from Crash’s Landing & Big Sid’s Sanctuary website below. On Wednesday, September 24 from 11am to 11pm the public is invited to present the coupon to any one of the 14 Pizza Hut locations and 20% of their total bill will be donated to Crash’s Landing & Big Sid’s Sanctuary. This is included for Dine-in, Carry out or Delivery.

The Flier has the list & addresses of the 14 participating Pizza Hut locations on the North & South side.

Visit http://www.crashslanding.org for the flier & print the coupon.  

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My Town: Harvest on the Ridge returns Sept. 20

Submitted by Anonymous on Friday, September 19th, 7:00 am
My Town: Harvest on the Ridge returns Sept. 20

SPARTA, Mich.—  A celebration of West Michigan's agricultural Mecca returns to Sparta this weekend.

Harvest on the Ridge festival will unfold at Rogers Park Sept. 20. This year’s event includes a couch racing fundraiser, the Dirty Apple Obstacle Run, a cupcake baking contest, an apple pie eating contest, hay rides, corn mazes, kids’ activities and a farmers’ market.  Johnny Appleseed is kicking off the event with donkey rides and his tale of how  “The Ridge” became filled with apple orchards.

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St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish to Dedicate Hand-Crafted Peace Pole

Submitted by Pam Mettler, Writer, Book Reviewer and Marketing Consultant
Wednesday, September 17th, 2014, 10:46pm
St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish to Dedicate Hand-Crafted Peace Pole

GRAND HAVEN, MICH., SEPT. 18, 2014―In observance of United Nations’ “International Day of Peace” worldwide, the general public is invited to a local observance at St. Patrick―St. Anthony Parish to join in the dedication of a hand-crafted Peace Pole on Sunday, September 21st at 4 p.m. on the outdoor south side of the church, at 920 Fulton Avenue in Grand Haven.

“Pope Francis has asked all people to observe the upcoming International Day of Peace no matter whether they attend church or not and we welcome anyone who is interested to join us as we dedicate this long-lasting monument to peace,” said Sally Moser, an International Day of Peace event organizer with St. Patrick-St.

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