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Fine arts in focus at the Salvation Army Kroc Center this August

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Members of The Salvation Army Kroc Center are encouraged to take advantage of a new offer this fall. All six-week programs in the fine arts will be discounted to only $5 for Kroc members when signing up before the early-bird deadline.

 

The new campaign is featured in the Kroc’s fall program guide, which is now available at GrKrocCenter.org. Interested non-members can sign up for a new membership for as little as $20 for a family of five (based on household income). Among the qualifying programs are classes in painting, clay sculpting, youth theater, and beginning ballet.

 

Non-members can enjoy discounts during the month of August as well. The Kroc Center will hold “Fine Art Fridays”on August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, where guests can receive 50% off each day pass by donating new, unopened art supplies like scissors, colored pencils, and watercolor paints.

 

“We are so excited to be expanding our fine arts programming this fall,” said Captain Bill Brutto, senior officer for The Salvation Army Kroc Center. “We know that our schools face many challenges that have reduced fine arts opportunities for kids, so we hope people will take advantage of these programs as we kick off the school year.”

 

Visit GrKrocCenter.org or call 616-588-7200 for more information.

HIS Dance Academy announces new partnership with The Salvation Army

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HIS Dance Academy and The Salvation Army Kroc Center are proud to announce a new partnership to provide and expand Kroc Center dance programming beginning this fall.

 

HIS Dance Academy will send instructors to the Kroc Center to teach classes like beginning ballet and pre-ballet, plus a combined ballet/tap class and special “Mommy and Me” program that engages both parents and kids in learning basic dance concepts.

 

Classes will start with the Fall 1 session, which starts the week of Sept. 18. Registration for Fall 1 programs will be open from Aug. 1 through Sept. 12. Students who complete basic instruction at the Kroc Center will have the option of enrolling at the Academy’s new facility near the corner of 29th Street and Breton Avenue.

 

HIS Dance Academy is unique in the Grand Rapids area, combining excellence in dance instruction with Christian character development. Bible verses and lessons are incorporated into classes in ways that relate to the dance concepts being taught.

 

“Part of our mission is to use dance to reach the community for Christ.” said HIS Dance Academy co-founder Beth Huegli. “This partnership gives us a greater opportunity to meet our mission. We are very excited to work alongside the Kroc Center!”

 

Senior Kroc Officer, Lt. Bill Brutto, added, “Whether directly or indirectly, we try to infuse Christ’s love into all of our programs. Knowing that HIS Dance Academy shares that goal makes this an ideal partnership.”

 

The Kroc Center’s Fall 2017 program guide becomes available this week and includes all of the HIS Dance Academy offerings. Drop by the Kroc or visit GrKrocCenter.org to sign up or learn more.

 

Purpose of The Salvation Army Kroc Center: Sharing the love of Jesus Christ by providing life-changing spiritual, educational and wellness experiences. Visit GrKrocCenter.org, or call 616-588-7200 for more information about the Kroc Center.

 

About HIS Dance Academy: Developing Christian character through excellence in dance instruction while reaching the community for Christ. Visit hisdance.org, or call 616-245-9501 for information about HIS Dance Academy.

Salvation Army to hold energy assistance events at Kroc Center

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Customers of DTE Energy who are having difficulty making their utility payments can apply for relief in two events at The Salvation Army Kroc Center April 17and 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Staff from The Salvation Army will be on hand to meet with customers and help them enroll in an affordable payment plan, which will reduce monthly energy bills and forgive overdue balances over the program year.

 

In order to qualify, applicants must:

 

  •  Have household income under 150% of the Federal Poverty Level ($36,450 for a family of 4)

 

  •   Documentation of each source of income from the last 45 days is required.

 

  • If there is a source of income that is meant to remain the same (usually child support, unemployment, etc.), documentation is needed to show how much is supposed to be paid during the 30 days after the interview.

 

  •   Show a current utility bill in the name of the applicant with connected service
  •   Provide identification such as a driver’s license, state ID, or birth certificate
  •   Show a Social Security card for the applicant and provide Social Security numbers for all other household members. 

     

     

    No registration is required; applicants may simply come to the Kroc Center between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the event dates.

     

    Anyone with questions about the event may call The Salvation Army Call Center at 855-929-1640.

Wyoming Gives Back event set for Thursday, Dec. 1 at Rogers Plaza Mall

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For the sixth year, the City of Wyoming will host the annual Wyoming Gives Back, Thursday, Dec. 1, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Rogers Plaza Mall, 972 28th St. SW.

 

The event will feature an evening of treats donated by area businesses and music from local school choirs and bands. Residents are invited to bring an unwrapped toy for The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree which will enter them into a raffle for gifts from several local businesses. Eva Aguirre Cooper from WOOD-TV will be on hand along with the officers from the Wyoming Department of Public Safety and firefighters from the Wyoming Fire Department. And of course, Santa will there as well.