We discuss back to school eye exams with Optometrist Dr. Jennifer Wademan. As much as 80% of a child’s learning is visual. We discuss the benefits of eye exams, and how to best manage home use of digital devices.
Zeeland author Travis Jonker writes the book The Ship in the Window, a heartwarming tale of friendship and adventure through the eyes of a little mouse. School Librarian and Children’s Book Reviewer Jonker works with Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell on illustration. We talk to Travis about the process.
This weekend is the annual Woodward Dream Cruise and Festival presented by Comerica at M1 Concourse, now expanded. Brian Baker, Director of Events and Festivals for M1 Concourse talks about this longstanding tradition for participating in and watching this culture of cruisers.
Later this month, ladies from across the nation compete for Ms. Wheelchair America. We talk to Ms. Wheelchair Michigan, Shanta Favors, her story, the national competition, plus advice for women who use a wheelchair.
The Playhouse at White Lake continues it’s stage presence in August, this weekend presenting 'Til Beth Do Us Part, plus auditions for a new script, The Hobbit. Playhouse Manager Beth Beaman Discusses the end of summer activities and fall planning.
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