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SUMMARY:Japanese "War Brides": Overcoming the Devastation of World War II and Exclusionary Laws to Create a Strong Community in West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Tompkins of the Grand Rapids Asia-Pacific Foundation will share the story of the often-overlooked Japanese “War Bride” community in West Michigan\, and how its members built a support network that helped the next generation of Japanese brides who arrived during the Vietnam War.  Through oral histories\, family photographs\, and historical records\, Tompkins will reveal one of West Michigan’s first Asian communities that\, until now\, has been hidden in plain sight.  As the first Japanese brides of US servicemen arrived in West Michigan in the 1950s\, they found themselves isolated in a strange land with strange customs and very little support. Tompkins extensive research reveals how the West Michigan “War Brides” overcame these obstacles to create a thriving community that persists to this day.  \nCo-sponsored by the Grand Rapids Historical Society & Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/japanese-war-brides-overcoming-the-devastation-of-world-war-ii-and-exclusionary-laws-to-create-a-strong-community-in-west-michigan/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240416T173000
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SUMMARY:Annual Reception\, April 16
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council for the annual reception: \nTuesday\, April 16\, 5:30-7 p.m.\nL. William Seidman Center\, 50 Front St. SW\, Grand Rapids\nGVSU Pew Grand Rapids Campus \nPresentation by GGRWHC Board Member Sophia Brewer\, followed by appetizers\, beer/wine. Watch for details via newsletter\, website\, social media. \n 
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/annual-reception-april-16/
LOCATION:L. William Seidman Center\, 50 Front St. SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240222T133725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T133749Z
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SUMMARY:July 4\, 2024 Hollyhock Lane Parade
DESCRIPTION:Annual Ottawa Hills Hollyhock Lane July 4th Parade \nYou are invited to join the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council as we continue the tradition of marching in the Hollyhock Parade\, the oldest continuous parade in Michigan. \nMeet us at the corner of Calvin and Alexander at 8 a.m. and join the fun with bands\, bicyclists\, candy and placards.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/july-4-2024-hollyhock-lane-parade/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241005T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241005T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240926T134730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T134835Z
UID:625334-1728135000-1728138600@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Who\, What\, When and Where? The Search for the Story Behind an Iconic Suffrage Poster
DESCRIPTION:Grand Rapids Public Museum holds a precious and iconic image of the women’s suffrage movement: a poster given to newly registered female voters in Grand Rapids in 1919. The poster\, decorated in patriotic colors of red\, white\, and blue\, proclaims\, “A woman here registered to vote thereby assuming the responsibility of citizenship.” \nJoin Ruth Stevens\, GGRWHC president and retired Grand Valley professor of Legal Studies\, as she delves into the backstory behind the poster. Who created and distributed the poster? Why 1919? Who wrote the note on it? Where was “Pantlind’s Garage”? Learn about the genealogical\, archival\, and other sleuthing tools used to solve this local mystery and the answers revealed by them.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/who-what-when-and-where-the-search-for-the-story-behind-an-iconic-suffrage-poster/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240924T202550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T202550Z
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SUMMARY:The Negro Leagues\, the Detroit Stars and Minnie Forbes
DESCRIPTION:From 1956 to 1958\, Minnie Forbes owned the Negro League Baseball Team the Detroit Stars. Join George Bayard of the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives to learn more about the Negro Leagues and their local and national impact and enjoy his conversation with Minnie Forbes about her experiences owning the team.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/the-negro-leagues-the-detroit-stars-and-minnie-forbes/
LOCATION:Kent District Library – Wyoming Branch\, 3350 Michael Ave. SW\, Wyoming\, MI\, 49509\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240924T201704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T202622Z
UID:625313-1729189800-1729195200@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Champions Women's Rights: The League of Women Voters\, Betty Ford\, and the ERA
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Liette Gidlow of Wayne State University explores the development of the League of Women Voters in Grand Rapids and First Lady Betty Ford’s historic membership during the fight for the ERA.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/grand-rapids-champions-womens-rights-the-league-of-women-voters-betty-ford-and-the-era/
LOCATION:Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240926T133249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T133249Z
UID:625331-1737192600-1737216000@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Save the Date: History Detectives
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URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/save-the-date-history-detectives/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20240926T135325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T205745Z
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SUMMARY:GGRWHC Annual Meeting and Reception: A Conversation with Julianne Vanden Wyngaard
DESCRIPTION:A conversation with acclaimed carillonist\, Jullianne Vanden Wyngaard and Local Historian\, Cindy Laug.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/save-the-date-ggrwhc-annual-meeting-and-reception/
LOCATION:GVSU\, Seidman School of Business\, Rm. 1008\, 50 Front Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20250305T204847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T210312Z
UID:625503-1743100200-1743103800@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:125 Years of the YWCA: Helen Claytor\, Leader and Activist
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Julie Tabberer\, a member of the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council and head of the Grand Rapids History Center\, shares how Helen Claytor’s leadership and activism transformed the YWCA from a place where women could have lunch together without being escorted by a man to an organization committed to eliminating racism and empowering women and girls. \nMichelle Rabideau\, YWCA Board President will talk about the YWCA’s mission today and what they have planned for the future. Refreshments and cake will be provided.\n\n125 años del YWCA\nJueves\, 27 de marzo de 2025\, 6:30 – 7:30 pm\nBiblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE \nLes invitamos a acompañarnos para escuchar a Julie Tabberer\, miembro del Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council (Consejo de la Historia de la Mujer de Grand Rapids) y directora del Grand Rapids History Center (Centro de Historia de Grand Rapids)\, mientras comparte cómo el liderazgo de Helen Claytor transformó la YWCA de un sitio donde las mujeres pudieron almorzar sin el acompañamiento de un hombre a una organización dedicada a combatir el racismo y empoderar a las mujeres y las niñas. \nEl personal del YWCA hablará sobre su misión hoy en día y lo que tienen planificado para el futuro. Habrá pastel\, comida y bebidas ligeras.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/125-years-of-the-ywca-helen-claytor-leader-and-activist/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20250624T150710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T150710Z
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SUMMARY:July 4\, 2025 Hollyhock Lane Parade
DESCRIPTION:91st Annual Ottawa Hills Hollyhock Lane July 4th Parade \nYou are invited to join the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council as we continue the tradition of marching in the Hollyhock Parade\, the oldest continuous parade in Michigan. \nMeet us at the corner of Calvin and Alexander at 8 a.m. and join the fun with bands\, bicyclists\, candy and placards.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/july-4-2025-hollyhock-lane-parade/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251013T183925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T183956Z
UID:625551-1761242400-1761249600@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Tracing the Steps: African American Women During the Progressive Era in Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Join Sophia Brewer\, an academic librarian at Grand Rapids Community College\, as she delves into her research on early African American women’s clubs and the remarkable women who led these organizations right here in Grand Rapids. \nSpecial thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation for their support of this program.  \nÚnase a Sophia Brewer\, bibliotecaria académica en Grand Rapids Community College\, mientras explora su investigación sobre los primeros clubes de mujeres afroamericanas y las extraordinarias mujeres que guiaron estas organizaciones aquí mismo en Grand Rapids. \nAgradecimiento especial a la Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation por su apoyo a este programa. \nSiguiendo los Pasos | Las Mujeres Afroamericanas Durante la Era Progresista en Grand Rapids\njueves\, 23 de octubre de 2025\, de 6:00 a 8:00 pm\nBiblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/tracing-the-steps-african-american-women-during-the-progressive-era-in-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251022T193109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T193110Z
UID:625576-1761242400-1761249600@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Tracing the Steps: African American Women During the Progressive Era in Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Join Sophia Brewer\, an academic librarian at Grand Rapids Community College\, as she delves into her research on early African American women’s clubs and the remarkable women who led these organizations right here in Grand Rapids. \nSpecial thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation for their support of this program.  \n\nÚnase a Sophia Brewer\, bibliotecaria académica en Grand Rapids Community College\, mientras explora su investigación sobre los primeros clubes de mujeres afroamericanas y las extraordinarias mujeres que guiaron estas organizaciones aquí mismo en Grand Rapids. \nAgradecimiento especial a la Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation por su apoyo a este programa.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/tracing-the-steps-african-american-women-during-the-progressive-era-in-grand-rapids-2/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251013T184615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T184615Z
UID:625556-1763060400-1763065800@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Rosie the Riveter: A Symbol for All American Women
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Debbie Wake \nRosie the Riveter is the symbol for all the American women who worked in previously male-dominated jobs during World War II. From factories to farms\, women stepped up and proved they could do it! Join historian Deb Wake as she explores how the Rosie name evolved\, how these women were recruited\, and the challenges they faced in both the workplace and society. We’ll also learned about what these amazing women accomplished and what became of these Rosies after the war ended. \nDeb will share some of her personal collection of Rosie-related artifacts as well as images related to these wonderful\, outstanding women.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/rosie-the-riveter-a-symbol-for-all-american-women/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251022T194542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T194542Z
UID:625580-1768244400-1768251600@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Lifting as We Climb: Grand Rapids Study Club and the Legacy of Black Women Cultural Workers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Asia Horne Morton\nBlack women’s social clubs were more than places of fellowship–they were engines of education\, activism\, and cultural leadership. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries\, the club movement spread across the country under the motto Lifting as We Climb\, as Black women organized to advance racial justice\, literacy\, civic engagement\, and community self-determination. From book circles to civic campaigns\, these clubs laid the groundwork for future generations of community builders\, educators\, and cultural workers. Together\, we’ll trace their legacy and reflect on what it means for Grand Rapids today.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/lifting-as-we-climb-grand-rapids-study-club-and-the-legacy-of-black-women-cultural-workers/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251013T184758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T184758Z
UID:625561-1768608000-1768694399@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:History Detectives: "Give Mother the Vote: Images from the Women's Suffrage Movement"
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URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/history-detectives-give-mother-the-vote-images-from-the-womens-suffrage-movement/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20260127T193717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T193717Z
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SUMMARY:Lifting As We Climb: Grand Rapids Study Clubs and the Legacy of Black Women Cultural Workers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Asia Horne-Morton\, Grand Rapids Historical Society\, and Free Alchemy Studio \nBlack women’s social clubs were more than places of fellowship—they were engines of education\, activism\, and cultural leadership. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries\, the club movement spread across the country under the motto “Lifting as We Climb\,” as Black women organized to advance racial justice\, literacy\, civic engagement\, and community self-determination. \nThis talk will explore the history of the Grand Rapids Study Club within the broader movement of Black women’s organizing in America. From book circles to civic campaigns\, these clubs laid the groundwork for future generations of community builders\, educators\, and cultural workers. Together\, we’ll trace their legacy and reflect on what it means for Grand Rapids today.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/lifting-as-we-climb-grand-rapids-study-clubs-and-the-legacy-of-black-women-cultural-workers/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Public Library\, 111 Library NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20260127T191537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T191537Z
UID:625596-1772559000-1772566200@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Notorious RBG: Film & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council (GGRWHC) and GVSU partners: Center for Women and Gender Equity\, CLAS Flim and Visual Arts\, Faculty Teaching and Learning Center\, GVSU Women’s Commission\, for an engaging evening celebrating the life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. \nLocation: Loosemore Auditorium\, GVSU Pew Campus \nDate: Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026 \n5:30 PM – Reception with light refreshments\n6:00 PM – Screening of RBG (the acclaimed documentary)\nAfter the Film – Panel discussion facilitated by Navid Darvishzadeh\, GVSU Professor of Film and Visual Arts \nExplore RBG’s groundbreaking contributions to gender equality\, law\, and culture through film and conversation with local experts.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/notorious-rbg-film-conversation/
LOCATION:GVSU\, Pew Campus\, Loosemore Auditorium\, 301 Fulton St W\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260318T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20260127T194630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T210417Z
UID:625605-1773847800-1773853200@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion - A Place to Turn: The Grand Rapids Women’s Resource Center
DESCRIPTION:For more than 50 years the Women’s Resource Center has been a support for women seeking purpose and meaningful employment. This panel discussion will feature former staff and clients examining the formative years of the WRC\, including some of its early initiatives. This panel is a collaboration between the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council  the Women’s Resource Center and the Kutsche Office of Local History at Grand Valley. Register at: Annual Local History Roundtable – Kutsche Office of Local History – Grand Valley State University
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/helping-women-begin-again-the-grand-rapids-womens-resource-center/
LOCATION:GVSU\, Pew Campus\, Loosemore Auditorium\, 301 Fulton St W\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20260318T161335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T161335Z
UID:625618-1774377000-1774380600@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Diaries: Unexpected Windows to the Past
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the role of women’s diaries and scrapbooks as important sources of women’s history and consider how your family records might contribute to the history of Grand Rapids-area women. Led by local researcher and writer Christine Byron\, this program draws on Byron’s book Perfect Omena Day!\, which provides a vivid view of summer life in early 20th century Leelanau County through diary selections from Rebecca L. Richmond of Grand Rapids.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/womens-diaries-unexpected-windows-to-the-past/
LOCATION:Kent District Library – Caledonia Township Branch\, 6260 92nd St SE\, Caledonia\, MI\, 49316
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20251022T195541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T201310Z
UID:625584-1778785200-1778788800@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:GGRWHC Annual Meeting\, Reception: Historic Preservation is Women's Work
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Valerie Marvin\nFor more than 150 years\, Michigan women have proudly preserved state and local history in libraries\, museums\, community centers\, clubs\, and public buildings.  They’ve suffered horrific defeats – like the loss of old Grand Rapids City Hall – and won magnificent victories\, including the preservation of Michigan’s Capitol.  Valerie Marvin\, Michigan State Capitol Director of Education and History) shares the work the female preservationists\, their legacies\, and the tools they’ve left behind for their daughters. \nPew Campus Parking Map \nMary Stiles Kimmell (pictured protesting the demolition of old city hall) was well known in Grand Rapids for her local activism in the late 1960s.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/historic-preservation-is-womens-work/
LOCATION:GVSU\, Seidman School of Business\, Rm. 1008\, 50 Front Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172501
CREATED:20260318T161539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T161539Z
UID:625623-1779301800-1779305400@www.ggrwhc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Diaries: Unexpected Windows to the Past
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the role of women’s diaries and scrapbooks as important sources of women’s history and consider how your family records might contribute to the history of Grand Rapids-area women. Led by local researcher and writer Christine Byron\, this program draws on Byron’s book Perfect Omena Day!\, which provides a vivid view of summer life in early 20th century Leelanau County through diary selections from Rebecca L. Richmond of Grand Rapids.
URL:https://www.ggrwhc.org/event/womens-diaries-unexpected-windows-to-the-past-2/
LOCATION:Kent District Library – Alpine Township Branch\, 5255 Alpine Ave NW\, Comstock Park\, MI\, 49321
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