Snapshots: For Auld Lang Syne

By WKTV Staff

victoria@wktv.org

Quote of the Day

“There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.”

— The eternal optimist

Hope is a roof over your head

The 3:11 Youth Housing Program is for youth ages 18 to 24, to transition from homelessness to stability. They focus on that age range because it’s when people are entering adulthood. It now consists of eight rehabbed duplex-style homes in Grand Rapids, each with room for three to four youths and a mentor or mentor couple. More info here.



Still time

David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), Art & Max, 2010. (Supplied)

If you haven’t taken your kids to the Grand Rapids Art Museum yet during winter break, you’re still in luck. The GRAM will waive admission fees for visitors age 17 and under through Jan. 5.



Grieving the loss of a loved one?

The holidays can often serve as a stumbling block on the journey from grief to healing. The topic of grief is not often something anyone wants to talk about, especially at a time of year that, for most, is a time of great joy and happiness. Here are some tips on how to cope.



Fun fact:

It’s nothing new

Mesopotamia (modern day Iraq) began the concept of celebrating the new year in 2000 BC. Back then, people observed new year in mid-March, around the time of the vernal equinox. See? We’re not so special.




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