Pieces of Reeces Foundation is proud to sponsor the annual "Piecing Together Unity" Community Festival, which will be held on Saturday, August 17th, from 1 to 8 p.m., at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids.

Did you know that half a million children in Michigan live in food insecure households? 

More than 34,000 of those children live right here in West Michigan.

The only way we will realize a hunger-free community is by getting there together. 

Kids' Food Basket is a food equity nonprofit supporting West Michigan kids and families by increasing access to healthy, nourishing meals.

More information at kids food basket dot org.

Arbor Circle is proud to be one of West Michigan's most comprehensive providers of mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and family services.

Serving thousands of children, individuals, and families each year, their expert staff partner with people and communities in pursuit of growth and healing. 

Arbor Circle's variety of services includes The Bridge, a 24 hour crisis shelter for children and youth ages 10 to 17 experiencing homelessness.

Learn more about Arbor Circle by visiting Arbor Circle DOT ORG.

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation presenting Tanya Tucker at GLC Live at 20 Monroe.

Tanya Tucker will be bringing her "Sweet Western Sound Tour" to Grand Rapids on August 10th.

Tickets and more information on Tanya Tucker at GLC Live at 20 Monroe are available online at live nation dot com.

WYCE is now accepting used record donations for our annual Record and CD Sale at the Eastown Street fair on Saturday, September 7th.

Donations of LPs and 45s can be dropped off at the Community Media Center on 711 Bridge street Northwest, between 10 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday.

All proceeds raised go towards supporting West Michigan's only volunteer-powered, independent community radio station.

For more information on donating your used vinyl to WYCE contact Operations Manager Scott Winters at scott@grcmc.org

St. Joseph The Worker Parish in Wyoming welcomes all to their Festival 2024, Saturday, August 10, and Sunday, August 11, at Lamar Park in Wyoming.

The festival begins at 12 noon on Saturday, August 10, and will feature authentic Mexican food, fresh waters. fresh fruits, corn on the cob, and other selections.

There's also live music from local and regional bands, including Banda el Bajío... a band featured at the 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards!

The Festival also includes soccer, volleyball, basketball, and baseball tournaments, as well as performances by the Folkloric Ballet.

More information about St. Joseph The Workers Community Festival is available on Facebook by searching "St. Joseph the Worker Wyoming."

Support for WYCE comes from Switchback Gear Exchange... a full-service bike shop and community hub!

Switchback Gear Exchange features many new and used bikes, accessories, and expert bike services. 

Also offering craft beers, cocktails, and non-alcoholic selections.

On Tuesdays, Switchback hosts a bluegrass jam. On Thursdays, there is an acoustic open mic opportunity to listen to or play some tunes.

More information on Switchback is on most Social Media platforms or at goswitchback dot com.

If your non-profit organization is in need of a technology makeover or if you are a web specialist looking to give back to your community, then Code for Good West Michigan is looking for you.

Code for Good West Michigan is a group of tech and design professionals who volunteer to help nonprofits manage their technology needs. 

During Weekend for Good in November,  Code for Good West Michigan designs and launches websites, dashboards, and other software for nonprofit organizations.

If your nonprofit needs a digital lift, or  you're a tech pro looking for a worthy cause, you can learn more at code-for-good-w-m-dot-org.

The City of Grand Rapids, in partnership with Priority Health and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is hosting another summer of free outdoor fitness in parks and public spaces across the city.

The city offers 16 dance, cardio, and yoga classes that will run weekly from now until August 22nd. 

These fitness classes will be held weekly, Monday through Thursday, and are free of charge; no registration is required.

Cancellations due to weather will be announced on the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Facebook page. 

More information is available on the city of Grand Rapids website at grandrapidsmi dot gov