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Both men and women experience the effects of breast cancer. Each can be diagnosed with this loathsome disease—but, more often than not, men become intimately familiar with breast cancer when a woman they love receives a diagnosis. In 2014, a group of men combined their voices in an effort to increase breast cancer awareness. These men are The Pink Tie Guys.
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At the Grand Rapids Art Museum, 2016 is the Year of the Innovative Woman. All year long, the museum will be filled with a diverse lineup of exhibitions and programming celebrating innovative women artists and entrepreneurs. U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow came to the GRAM to jumpstart this exciting and important yearlong event.
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Some of the funniest female comedians are heading to LaughFest March 10-20. These women have performed standup at some of the top comedy clubs across the nation and make us laugh until we cry!
Here’s a sampling of some of the best and brightest female comics who blow the misconception of “men are more hilarious then women” out of the water; Witness your favorite up-and-coming funny women take the LaughFest stage.
Kathy Griffin: Monday, March 14, 8:00pm at DeVos Performance Hall
Anjelah Johnson: Friday, March 11, 8:00pm at Fountain Street Church
Bridget Everett: Saturday, March 12, 8:00pm and 10:30pm at Wealthy Theatre
Miranda Sings: Saturday, March 13, 8:00pm at Fountain Street Church
Heather McDonald: Friday, March 18, 9:00pm and 11:00pm at Waldron Public House
To purchase tickets you can visit LaughFest Central at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, go to ticketmaster.com (search LaughFest).
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The Muskegon Home, Garden + DIY Show is back, and the 2016 version includes impressive changes! The event will be held at Fricano's Event Center on March 25 and 26, and will feature more than 40 local businesses exhibiting their best home and garden information. Attendees will find an expanded yard and garden section, educational and DIY sections, and celebrity guests.
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The Lesbian Gay Community Network of West Michigan has officially changed its name to the Grand Rapids Pride Center. The Grand Rapids Pride Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit LGBTQ resource center that offers social and support groups, a Youth Homeless Program, an LGBTQ Resource/Business Directory, a Career Development Program and the Grand Rapids Pride Festival, the organization's largest event to celebrate and educate individuals on LGBTQ struggles, successes and contributions to the Grand Rapids community.
