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SUMMARY:10.31.24 - Milinda Ysasi - Second Ward Commissioner\, City of Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Milinda Ysasi \nSpeaker Topic: Grow Grand Rapids: Why Filling Financial Gapis is Vital \nBio: \nMilinda Ysasi was born in Grand Rapids and grew up on the Southeast side of the city. She attended Catholic Central and Grand Valley State University. She has been married to her husband\, Rafael Castanon for over ten years. They live in Creston. \nMilinda Ysasi leads The SOURCE\, an organization focused on reducing employment barriers and creating opportunities for mobility for employees that work for their partner organizations. The SOURCE began as an idea by local CEO’s who wanted to retain talent in their companies and understood that talent is a differentiator for success. \nPrior to The SOURCE\, Milinda worked in human resources at Cascade Engineering\, Herman Miller and Spectrum Health. She received her executive MBA from Michigan State University in 2019. In November 2019\, Milinda was elected to serve as a City Commissioner for the 2nd Ward of the Grand Rapids. \nMilinda is a co-founder of the Latina Network of West Michigan\, an organic collective focused on changing the Latina narrative in the region. She was a 2018 Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Job Quality Fellow. Milinda serves on the Chemical Bank West Michigan community board and the West Michigan Works! legislative committee. \nMilinda has been recognized for her commitment and leadership with the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Young Professional award\, the GVSU Alumni Service award\, GR Business Journal 40 under forty\, Young Nonprofit Professionals Network-GR DoGooder and Exemplary Executive awards\, GR Business Journal 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan and as one of 200 Most Powerful Business Leaders in West Michigan. \n \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/10-31-24-milinda-ysasi-second-ward-commissioner-city-of-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241104T193000
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SUMMARY:11.4.24 - Community Food Club - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, November 4th \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 pm \nLocation: 1100 South Division Ave.\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507 \nVolunteers: 6 needed\n      Rotary Family Members and Friends are Welcome! \nSIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-52470884-community \nDetails: We will pack fruits and veggies and stock the shelves. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. (Some beer and wine and NA options) \nContact: Jon Roberts & Andrea Nucci 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-4-24-community-food-club-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Community Food Club\, 1100 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241107T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T163345Z
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SUMMARY:11.7.24 - CLUB 77 - Warner Norcross + Judd LLP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids! \nAppetizers & adult beverages will be served. \nYou are encouraged to invite guests to attend! \nParking Instructions: \nParking is available in the Warner Building lot for a fee or street parking is available. \nThe entrance to the parking lot is located on Ionia Ave (between Pearl St NW and Lyon St NE) \nOnce you enter the building attendees can take the elevator to floor 15R after parking \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-7-24-club-77-warner-norcross-judd-llp/
LOCATION:Warner Norcross + Judd LLC\, 150 Ottawa Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241112T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241017T185600Z
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SUMMARY:11.12.24 - Dégagé Ministries Dinner Service - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 12 \n \nTime: 5:00 – 6:30 pm \nLocation: 144 Division Ave S. Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nVolunteers: 6 needed\n      Rotary Family Members and Friends are Welcome! \nSIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-52471652-dgag \nDetails: Serving dinner to Degage Guests! It is a wonderful time of service\, teamwork\, fellowship\, and conversation
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-12-24-degage-ministries-dinner-service-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Degage Ministries\, 139 Sheldon Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
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SUMMARY:11.14.24 - Tarah Carnahan - Executive Director & Co-Founder\, Treetops Collective
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Tarah Carnahan – Executive Director & Co-Founder\, Treetops Collective \nSpeaker Topic: Treetops Collective and its mission to respond to refugees displaced by war\, famine\, or persecution \nBio: \nTarah received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Business from Lee University in 2008. Upon graduation\, she settled in Asuncion\, Paraguay where she started a small social enterprise with 17 women living and working in the city garbage dump.  After moving to Grand Rapids\, Tarah worked in several non-profits developing community programs and building marketing and fundraising campaigns.  She also entered the stationery and gifts industry\, creating products and doing sales and marketing. To fuse her two loves of community work and conscious brand production\, she went on to complete a master’s in Sustainable Business from Aquinas College. In her personal life\, Tarah has befriended local refugee families\, walking alongside them through the resettlement process and connecting them with people and opportunities in Grand Rapids. \n \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-14-24-tarah-carnahan-executive-director-co-founder-treetops-collective/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T171203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T211303Z
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SUMMARY:11.19.24 - Rotary Golf Affinity Group - Mini Golf Event
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 19\n \nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 pm  \nLocation: Big Mini Putt Club – 70 Ionia Ave SW Grand Rapids\, Mi 49503 \nSIGN UP: No RSVP’s for this event \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-18-24-family-promise-dinner-prep-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Big Mini Putt Club\, 70 Ionia Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241121T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T165542Z
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SUMMARY:11.21.24 - J.C. Huizenga - Owner\, Huizenga Group
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: J.C Huizenga – Owner\, Huizenga Group \nBio: \nJ.C.’s entrepreneurial penchant appears to run in the family. His grandfather emigrated from the Netherlands in 1893. By 1971\, the family had created the world’s largest trash collection and disposal company\, Waste Management\, Inc. \nAfter studying economics at Hope college and earning his MBA at Michigan State University\, J.C. continued to grow his manufacturing enterprises which range from commercial electrical contracting to supplying automobile instrumentation components. \nTranslating his desire to reform education into action\, in 1995 J.C. founded National Heritage Academies (NHA) which achieved four consecutive years on Inc. magazine’s list of the “500 Fastest Growing Private Companies.” \nJ.C. gives generously of his time and resources to a wide variety of organizations within West Michigan and around the world.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-21-24-j-c-huizenga-owner-huizenga-group/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241017T190143Z
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SUMMARY:11.27.24 - Feeding America West Michigan - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 27 \n \nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm \nLocation: 864 West River Center Drive NE\, Comstock Park\, MI 49321 \nVolunteers: 20 needed\n      Rotary Family Members and Friends are Welcome! \nSIGN UP:     https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-51881402-feeding\n \nDetails: The CE Committee is partnering with our STRIVE students and mentors for their volunteer days with Feeding America West Michigan and Kids Food Basket.  Both of these venues can handle more volunteers than just our STRIVE students and mentors.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-27-24-feeding-america-west-michigan-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Feeding America West Michigan\, 3070 Shaffer Ave SE\, Kentwood\, Michigan\, 49512
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241129
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T165819Z
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SUMMARY:11.28.24 - NO LUNCHEON - Thanksgiving Holiday Observance
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on Thursday\, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/11-28-24-no-luncheon-thanksgiving-holiday-observance/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
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SUMMARY:12.3.24 - Prep for Senior Neighbors Holiday Luncheon - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee is excited to present our annual Senior Neighbors Holiday Luncheon which impacts over 160+ seniors in our community! \nPlease note there are 2 separate locations (Aquinas & The Storehouse) for volunteer activities taking place at the same time\, see below to sign up: \nDate: Tuesday\, December 3 \n \nTime: 4:00 – 6:00 pm \nLocation #1: Aquinas College – Donnelly Center – Room Set Up and Writing Christmas Cards\n\nVolunteers: 15 Needed\n \nSIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-52055726-senior \nAddress: Aquinas College – Donnely Center – 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49506 \nLocation #2: The Storehouse – Packing Gift Bags\nVolunteers: 20 needed\n      Rotary Family Members and Friends are Welcome! \nSIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-52055887-senior \nAddress: The Storehouse – 4411 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49525 \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-3-24-prep-for-senior-neighbors-holiday-luncheon-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Various
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T174819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T174819Z
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SUMMARY:12.4.24 - Senior Neighbors Holiday Luncheon - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee is excited to present our annual Senior Neighbors Holiday Luncheon which serves meals impact over 160+ seniors in our community! \nDate: Wednesday\, December 4 \n \nTime: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm \nLocation: Aquinas College\, Donnelly Conference Center – 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49506 \nVolunteers: 30 needed\n      Rotary Family Members and Friends are Welcome! \nSIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-52055983-senior\n \nDetails: Various tasks including: Registration\, Greeters\, Meal Prep\, Serving Meals\, Clean Up
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-4-24-senior-neighbors-holiday-luncheon-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Aquinas College – Donnelly Center\, 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241205T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T171410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T163031Z
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SUMMARY:12.5.24 - CLUB 77 - Brookby House at Aquinas College
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event has been postponed to a later date due to inclement weather conditions. \nJoin us for our December Club 77 at the Brookby House on the campus of Aquinas College! \nADDRESS: \n250 Plymouth Rd SE\, East Grand Rapids\, MI 49506 \nTIME: \n4:30 – 6:00 PM
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-5-24-club-77/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172111Z
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SUMMARY:12.12.24 - Grace Gavin - Co-Founder\, Know Honesty
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Grace Gavin – Co-Founder\, Know Honesty \nSpeaker Topic: Solving Every Team’s # 1 Problem: Communication \nBio: \nGrace is an open and honest expert\, helping leaders simplify their communication and eliminate the divides that exist within organizations. As co-founder of Know Honesty\, she guides people towards becoming masterful communicators day in and day out. Having experienced the transformative power of openness and honesty\, Grace is on a mission to help others create that same freedom in their own lives. \nGrace brings her heartfelt approach to every event\, workshop\, and interaction. She believes deeply that every human being brings a unique perspective to the world and that we all deserve to be heard and respected. \n \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-12-24-grace-gavin-co-founder-know-honesty/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T172337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172337Z
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SUMMARY:12.19.24 - Annual Holiday Luncheon Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual fun-filled Holiday Luncheon Celebration on December 19th! \nThe Rotary Band “Twice December” and other entertainment will promise to make this luncheon a blast!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-19-24-annual-holiday-luncheon-celebration/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T172601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172601Z
UID:59952-1735171200-1735257599@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:12.26.24 - NO LUNCHEON - Christmas Holiday Observation
DESCRIPTION:There will be no luncheon on December 26th in observance of the Christmas holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/12-26-24-no-luncheon-christmas-holiday-observation/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250103
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241018T172810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172810Z
UID:59954-1735776000-1735862399@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:1.2.24 - NO LUNCHEON - New Year's Holiday Observation
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year! \nThere will be no luncheon on January 2nd in observance of the New Year’s holiday.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-2-24-no-luncheon-new-years-holiday-observation/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241125T183739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T183739Z
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SUMMARY:1.9.25 - Club 77 - President's Post-Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual President’s Open House hosted by President Eunice Lopez-Martin at the home of Rotarian Paula Jastifer! \nAddress available on upcoming Weekly Updates!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-9-25-club-77-presidents-post-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250116T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241125T184008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T184008Z
UID:60026-1737028800-1737033300@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:1.16.25 - Club Update - President & Committee Chairs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Club Update meeting. President Eunice Lopez-Martin will present club updates and committee co-chairs will give updates and information on engaging as a Rotarian!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-16-25-club-update-president-committee-chairs/
LOCATION:Aquinas College – Donnelly Center\, 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241217T195350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T195350Z
UID:60113-1737190800-1737198000@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:1.18.25 - STRIVE & Kids Food Basket - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:STRIVE and our Community Engagement Committee are teaming up for a volunteer event at Kids Food Basket! \nDate: Saturday\, January 18th \nTime: 9:00 – 11:00 AM \nLocation: Kids Food Basket – 1300 Plymouth Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49505 \nSign-Up Here: https://vhub.at/GRPSSTRIVE \nVolunteers Needed: 27
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-18-25-strive-kids-food-basket-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Kids Food Basket\, 1300 Plymouth Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250123T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241125T194354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T181542Z
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SUMMARY:1.23.24 - Caitlin Whitington - Executive Director\, ArtPrize
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER: Caitlin Whitington – Executive Director\, ArtPrize \nSPEAKER TOPIC: Vision for ArtPrize in 2025 and Beyond \nBIO: \nAustin\, Texas\, transplant Catlin Whitington moved with his family to Grand Rapids to be at the helm of ArtPrize\, the world’s most attended public art event \nCatlin Whitington is no stranger to the arts or bringing large-scale events to life. The Austin\, Texas\, native worked as a planner for the South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference for nearly a decade before serving as vice president of campus operations at the city’s Long Center for the Performing Arts. \nBuilding on his passion for increasing access to the arts\, Catlin was wooed by Grand Rapids in 2023\, where the high quality of life is intrinsically linked to the community’s identity. As the executive director of ArtPrize\, Catlin is bringing his experience and expertise to the 15-year-old marquee event – and leading its evolution into ArtPrize 2.0. \nOn his Texas experiences \nI was born in Austin\, Texas. I also grew up overseas in Thailand for several years\, and then lived in New Mexico and southern Colorado for a little while. But I kept coming back to Austin; I really loved the culture and the scene there. I’m an artist\, a musician\, and a creative. Moving back to Austin in the late 90s\, it was a really happening scene for artists and musicians. I studied commercial music management and music and music production at the community college\, and then studied urban planning at the University of Texas. I was specifically looking at how events and municipalities work together\, and the economic impact of events and how tourism and tourism marketing drive economic development. \nI started working with SXSW after I graduated and worked in the planning department\, working with community venues\, the city and a lot of the stakeholders. \nBut I had two young kids\, and it was taking a lot out of me every year producing that event. I went to work for the Long Center for Performing Arts in October 2019 as VP of operations. It was the home of the ballet\, symphony\, and opera in Austin\, but we also hosted a lot of community events. Then we ran into the pandemic\, and I spent the next three years trying to keep the venue functional.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-23-24-caitlin-washington-executive-director-artprize/
LOCATION:Aquinas College – Donnelly Center\, 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
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SUMMARY:1.25.25 - Village Water Filters - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Committee is excited to announce a volunteer event assembling water filters! \nDate: Saturday\, January 25th \nTime: 10:00 – 12:00 PM \nLocation: Village Water Filters – 4064 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49548 \nSign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-54206147-village \nVolunteers Needed: 12
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-25-25-village-water-filters-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Village Water Filters\, 4064 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, 49548\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20250122T203743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T203743Z
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SUMMARY:1.28.25 - Ski Affinity Group Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the brand new Ski Affinity Group for their first event at Cannonsburg Ski Area! For those who do not want to ski\, tubing will also be available. \nDATE: Tuesday\, January 28th \nTIME: 4:00 PM to Close \nCOST: $35 \nLOCATION: \nCannonsberg Ski Area \n6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE \nBelmont\, MI 49306 \nCONTACT: Matt Hogg for more information and RSVP
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-28-25-ski-affinity-group-event/
LOCATION:Cannonsburg\, 6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE\, Belmont\, MI\, MI\, 49306\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250130T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241125T195104Z
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SUMMARY:1.30.25 - Charles Elwood - Microsoft AI MVP & Founder of SolisMatica LLC
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER: Charles Elwood – Microsoft AI MVP & Founder of SolisMatica LLC \nSPEAKER TOPIC: Advancing Michigan with AI and Giving a Voice to the Voiceless \nBIO: \nCharles Elwood\, a Microsoft AI MVP\, has a story that’s anything but artificial. \nWith roots in South Dakota to his tech-savvy life in Michigan\, Charles’s journey is a blend of innovation\, cutting-edge technology and a passion for AI. From aspiring Power BI MVP to influential AI leader\, Charles showcases the transformative power of technology and the importance of adaptability. As founder of SolisMatica\, specializing in advanced AI solutions that allow clients to securely interact with their own data through intuitive chat interfaces\, Charles’s contributions are directly aligned to the vision of making Michigan a nexus for technological advancement and a prime destination for global AI-driven education. \nNow\, he’s revolutionizing education and envisioning how AI is helping to create a more inclusive society. \nWhat exactly is a Microsoft AI MVP and how did you become one?\nA Microsoft AI MVP (Most Valuable Professional) is a recognition given to exceptional\, independent community leaders who share their passion\, technical expertise\, and real-world knowledge of Microsoft products with others. About three years ago\, I was deeply involved with Power BI (Business Intelligence) and wanted to be a Power BI MVP. During this hackathon I was participating in\, I developed a project using AI to monitor rooms of people and read their body language. This innovative approach led my team at Microsoft to nominate me for the AI MVP award instead. Initially\, I didn’t realize its significance\, but as AI continues to grow in importance across various industries\, this recognition now means a lot more to me.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/1-30-25-charles-elwood-microsoft-ai-mvp-founder-of-solismatica-llc/
LOCATION:Aquinas College – Donnelly Center\, 157 Woodward Ln SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20250110T191210Z
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SUMMARY:2.5.25 - Ronald Mcdonald House Dinner Prep - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Our Community Engagement Committee is pleased to provide the following volunteer opportunity for our Rotarians and friends to prep meals at Ronald McDonald House! \nSign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A823A0FD0-54335268-ronald \nDate: Wednesday\, February 5th @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nLocation: 1323 Cedar St NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nDetails: \n\n5 volunteers needed
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-5-25-ronald-mcdonald-house-dinner-prep-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Ronald McDonald House\, 1323 Cedar St NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250206T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250206T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
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SUMMARY:2.6.25 - Club 77
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our February Club 77 hosted by Neil & Rebecca Marchand at SilverBirch!
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-6-25-club-77/
LOCATION:SilverBirch\, 1400 Leonard Street NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250213T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20241217T193949Z
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SUMMARY:2.13.25 - Tynae Richardson - DEI & Engagement\, Acrisure
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER: Tynae Richardson – DEI & Engagement\, Acrisure \nSPEAKER TOPIC: Inclusion and Belonging on Purpose \nBIO: \nPassionate and Experienced Human Resource Leader with a demonstrated history of working in the large corporate and non-profit industry. Strategic Partner with Executive Directors\, Managers\, & employees to build strong companies. Skilled in Organizational Development\, Management\, Employee Relations\, Directing Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion\, Strategic Mapping\, Project Management\, Employment Law\, Learning & Development\, Leadership\, Human Resource Information System\, and Microsoft Office. Strong human resources professional with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Political Science and Government from Michigan State University.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-13-25-tynae-richardson-dei-engagement-acrisure/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20250107T183755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T214138Z
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SUMMARY:2.19.25 - Women In Rotary - Wine\, Women\, and Watercolors
DESCRIPTION:Join Women In Rotary for a Valentine’s Event with Wine\, Women\, and Watercolors featuring local artist Shelby Kregel. Shelby will instruct us in a floral watercolor painting! \nDate: Wednesday\, February 19th \nTime: 5:30 – 8:00 PM \nLocation: LaFleur Marketing – 549 Ottawa Ave NW\, Suite 201 Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nCost: $60.00\, includes appetizers and painting materials. Submit payment by 2/1 to Paula Jastifer via Cash or Venmo (Paula’s Venmo: @PJAST81) \nBring: Your favorite beverage \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-12-25-women-in-rotary-wine-women-and-watercolors/
LOCATION:LaFleur Marketing\, 549 Ottawa Ave NW\, Suite 201\, Grand Rapids\, 49505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250220T131500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T214604Z
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SUMMARY:2.20.25 - Service Above Self Community Engagement Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Service Above Self Community Engagement Luncheon! \nRotarians and guests will get creative and work on projects during the luncheon to support local non-profits Meals On Wheels & Emmanuel Hospice.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-20-25-service-above-self-community-engagement-luncheon/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250227T131500
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SUMMARY:2.27.25 - LaSandra Gaddy - President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Community Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: LaSandra Gaddy – President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Community Foundation \nSpeaker Topic: Centering Community Voice \nBio: \nAs president and CEO\, LaSandra guides the Community Foundation’s staff and Board of Trustees in their fundraising\, grantmaking and community leadership efforts. A passionate servant leader\, she is focused on expanding the scope and impact of the Community Foundation in its second century. \nWith decades of nonprofit and corporate leadership experience in West Michigan\, LaSandra has extensive expertise in team development\, strategic planning\, forming collaborative partnerships and fundraising. She previously served as CEO of Women’s Resource Center and in various executive leadership roles in the nonprofit sector focused on building long-term\, sustainable change\, forming collaborative partnerships and fund mobilization. Prior to her nonprofit work\, LaSandra spent 15 years in banking\, including serving as a vice president in retail\, business banking and wealth management. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Cornerstone University and an Executive MBA from Grand Valley State University. \nLaSandra enjoys spending time with family\, a good podcast and/book on audible\, working out or enjoying a sporting event.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/2-27-25-lasandra-gaddy-president-ceo-grand-rapids-community-foundation/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250306T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250306T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T170450
CREATED:20250203T191759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T185021Z
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SUMMARY:3.6.25 - Club 77
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Club 77 event filled with great conversation\, drinks\, and appetizers! \nLocation: \nOur Daily Bread Ministries \n3000 Kraft Ave SE \nGrand Rapids\, MI 49512
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/3-6-25-club-77/
LOCATION:Our Daily Bread\, 3000 Kraft Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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