In honor of black history month this February, the Grand Rapids Public Library is offering special programming for kids, teens, and adults that highlights and celebrates our Black community.

Black History Month programming at the Grand Rapids Public Library includes presentations by GRPL staff, local businesses, and artists throughout February.

Families are invited to visit the Main Library on February 17 for a special showing of the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.  Musically inspired, age-appropriate crafts and popcorn from Mosby's Popcorn will also be available on a first come, first served basis

Black History Month storytimes will highlight Black stories and include songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun.

More information about these free Black History Month events can be found at www.grpl.org.

Support for WYCE comes from Varnum Law, the presenting sponsor for The 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards, happening  Friday, February 23rd, at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on three stages, including live music from (* mention 3 bands listed below) and 15 other bands!  

We will also award Jammies for Best Album of 2023, Song of the Year, and the new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

Doors for this all-ages show are at 5:30 pm, and music starts at 6. Entry is a suggested donation of $5, and we will also be collecting non-perishable food donations at the door for Feeding America West Michigan.

The WYCE Jammies 24 are presented by Varnum Law... with additional support from Founder's Brewing, Tiger Solar, Patriot Realty, Vertigo Music, and our VIP Room Sponsor Stock 'Da Bar Vodka.

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation presenting Lake Street Dive at GLC Live at 20 Monroe.

Lake Street Dive will be bringing their "Good Together Tour" to Grand Rapids on September 23rd.

Their eclectic discography features cover records as well as original soul pop music.

Tickets and more information for Lake Street Dive is available online at glc live at 20 monroe dot com.

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan works with the West Michigan community to permanently protect and care for nearby natural areas. 

Today's WYCE Day Sponsor is Paws With A Cause.

The mission of Paws With A Cause is to enhance the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities through custom-trained assistance dogs. 

PAWS has placed over 3,200 assistance dogs in 33 states since 1979 thanks to the support of the West Michigan community and beyond. 

More information about getting involved with Paws With A Cause can be found at: pawswithacause dot org

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Support for WYCE is provided by Ferris Coffee - a local coffee roaster in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Ferris Coffee is Celebrating its 100th birthday this year and is on a mission to create moments of joy through its specialty products.

More information about their coffee and the people behind it is available at ferris coffee dot com

Not near a radio? That's not a problem anymore.

In addition to our 24/7 live stream at WYCE dot org and our FREE Smartphone app, you can also listen to WYCE at home on your favorite smart speaker.

Simply tell your Amazon or Google smart speaker to "Play WYCE" ,-- and A World of Music will begin playing for you!

No matter where you are, you now have several ways to enjoy your favorite programmers, and a world of music on WYCE!

Today's WYCE Day Sponsor is Paws With A Cause.

The mission of Paws With A Cause is to enhance the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities through custom-trained assistance dogs. 

PAWS has placed over 3,200 assistance dogs in 33 states since 1979 thanks to the support of the West Michigan community and beyond. 

More information about getting involved with Paws With A Cause can be found at: pawswithacause dot org