Although I cannot see your face. As you flip these poems awhile, Somewhere from some far-off place I hear you laughing–and I smile.

Shel Silverstein

By Faith Morgan
WKTV Intern

Listen to podcasts in the park

If you’re in need of some fresh air, Bridge GR will be hosting multiple podcasts live at Rosa Parks Circle from 2-5:3 pm. Saturday, Oct. 3. Hear from podcast hosts of “Full Exposure” and “In My Humble Opinion,” along with other speakers on the obstacles and opportunity of diversity in Grand Rapids.

Party on Division

Kids driving you crazy at home? Open and free to the public, Division United hosts fun, family-friendly events this weekend from 5-9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at the corner of Division Avenue and Logan Street and Saturday, Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. – 3 pm. there are two events, one at the corner of Division Avenue and Burton Street and the the other at Division Avenue and 43rd Street. From games to food and learning about the cultures on Division, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Fight Invasive Species

Are you passionate about caring for the environment? The city of Kentwood has partnered with Kent Conservation District Invasive Species Strike Team to educate people on the invasive vines harming our tree canopy. Volunteer and learn about different types of invasive species from 10 – 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Covenant Park, 3402 36th St. SE.

Fun Fact: Dachshund Bobbleheads

The first dachshund bobblehead was manufactured as a car accessory in Germany in 1970. Dachshunds are the short-legged breed of dogs commonly known as “wiener dogs.” In the 1990s, a German gas station chain used this “Wackeldackel” or bobbling dachshund, in an advertising campaign and within eight months of the advertisement’s launch, more than 500,000 dachshund bobbleheads were sold.