Creston Summer Newsletter!
It may be a little late, but its still great! Check out our news letter HERE to see all of the great stuff that the CNA staff and volunteers have been up to.
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The American Red Cross Passes Out Light Bulbs in Creston
Today, the American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids teamed with the Creston Neighborhood Association and WMEAC and passed out free CFL light bulbs to Creston Neighbors. In three hours, they passed out a whopping 960 light bulbs! These bulbs will help reduce the carbon footprint that lighting your house can leave and will help … Read more
Grand Rapids’ North Park Elementary, in Creston, earns national honor for service learning program
Grand Rapids’ North Park Elementary was recognized Wednesday by Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan for its service learning program at events in Washington, D.C. For more, you can see the whole Mlive article at http://bit.ly/a7wHGz
Berean Baptist Church is offering a two week drama workshop for students interested in theater
Berean Baptist Church is offering a two-week drama workshop for students interested in theater (class size is limited). The dates are Monday through Friday for the weeks of July 26 and August 2. Drama classes will be from 4-6:30 PM. Students will learn all aspects of drama production. At the end of the two-week workshop, … Read more
Who likes saving money while protecting the environment?
Everybody does! That is why the Creston Neighborhood Association and the West Michigan Environmental Action Council are giving away 5000 FREE CFL light bulbs in the Creston Neighborhood. Â Each household can recieve up to 5 FREE light bulbs, all you have to do is stop by the Creston High School parking lot on June 17th … Read more
MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE! – MEETING CANCELED
The board meeting for Thursday May 27th is canceled The next meeting will be June 24th at 630pm.
Arm Yourself and Prepare for ART BATTLE! (For CommUNITY)
The Creston Neighborhood Association is hosting the 4th annual Art Battle for Community fundraiser, an evening where one will experience up close the development of art from Creston neighborhood artists (and a few guests) while mingling with engaged and plugged in neighbors, elected officials and candidates seeking office. It is the ultimate in community networking … Read more
City of GR Public Safety Expo 2010
Saturday May 1st, The City of Grand Rapids will be holding a Public Safety Expo complete with games, prizes, picture oppertunies and more. See the attachment below for more information. Public Safety Expo 2010 final
Road Construction Notification
We got a notification from the City of Grand Rapids regarding road work. Areas affected include: Water Main Replacement in Oakwood Ave (Ann to Knapp); Ann St (Oakwood to Plainfield); Dean St (Oakwood to Plainfield). A Public Neighborhood Meeting: Thursday, April 29, 2010 Location: Palmer Elementary School 309 Palmer NE (Between Palinfield and Lafayette)
Vote, Vote, Vote, Vote, Vote, Vote, Vote
There is an important ballot proposal coming to a precinct near you! The City of Grand Rapids has a ballot proposal that needs your, the voter’s, approval. Also, on the ballot is School Board Elections. Given the current Hot Button issue facing GRPS, if you are having trouble getting on the public comment list at … Read more