For many children, the start to a new school year doesn’t only mean new teachers and new friends, it can also be a source of anxiety with homework assignments and tests just around the corner. Starting the school year off on the right foot can help minimize a child’s...
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A Decade of Women’s Leadership in Michigan Public Companies
Inforum Center for Leadership recently released its tenth-anniversary Michigan Women’s Leadership Index, a snapshot of the leadership role of women in Michigan’s top one hundred public companies. Wayne State School of Business Administration conducted the research for...
Finish the Fight Discovery Ball in November 7
West Michigan residents are invited to help celebrate the American Cancer Society’s one hundredth birthday on Thursday, November 7, at the Grand Rapids Finish the Fight Discovery Ball, the Society’s new gala affair. This birthday-themed event will take place at...
Transition Year Back-to-School Tips
To help children get ready for the new school year and to minimize academic stress, try these tips and ideas to make students' transition years—kindergarten, first grade, middle school, or high school—more seamless. Visit the school. If your child is changing schools...
Sold on Service
True or false? When your mother tells you to do something, you want to do the opposite. For a just-out-of-college Diane Griffin, the answer was true. But eight years ago, she resigned to the fact that sometimes, moms just know best. Now, she's making her real...
Divorce: The Children
My little boy was only four and a half years old when his father and I separated. It was important to both of us to show civility and cooperation in front of our son, despite the emotional turmoil of the separation. For the first month or two, we moved him back and...
2013 Agents of Change
Join the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce at Fricano Place for a special progressive Business After Hours to celebrate the 2013 Agents of Change, from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, November 7. Agents of Change are community members or organizations that have...
Style at Any Age
If someone documented your closet with a time-lapse camera, over time you might see quite the evolution: One day you’re charmed by anything floral print or Bohemian—only to outgrow it for the security of stripes and their clean lines and orderliness. Trends come and...
Super Mexican Recipes
Serve up an authentic Mexican dish at your next party with these favorites from Supermercado Mexico co-owner Kerry Olvera! Kerry began sharing her recipes at the request of many, and since February 2013, her blog has received more than eight thousand hits. Activity on...
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Event: Facing Racism
Enhance your perspective at this Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Facing Racism event at Steelcase Inc. University, November 7and 8. The Institute for Healing Racism is the areas's leading program for uncovering racism and understanding its impact on individuals...