The Roving mic takes you to The Meijer Gardens. We talk to President/CEO Charles Burke about how best to see the gardens, the summer series, the newest upcoming exhibit plus summer entertainment.
A new film hits West Michigan for screening opportunities. Film Producers and Directors Robert Rapoport and Kirk Wahamaki share the details of Old Heart. Old Heart honors the hidden history of black soldiers who have fought for our nation's freedom all the way back to the revolution, timed for the May 80th anniversary of European Liberation. The movie’s focus on elder independence is also resonating with a wide audience.
Hackley Public Library welcomes readers to the Summer Reading Program in Muskegon. Mallory Metzger shares the details, a few programs coming up for both youth and adults.
Focus on Ferals celebrates 20 years of service. Volunteer Carol Austin shares comments about this West Michigan Cat Shelter, how it works and how the community can help. Sunday is a big celebration day, where guests can meet and greet.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins the show, coming to Traverse City to promote her new memoir "The Purposeful Warrior" on June 3rd. In the memoir she shares the lessons she’s learned throughout her extraordinary career—from investigating domestic terrorist networks to becoming the youngest woman to lead a top 100 law school, to running the Boston Marathon while more than eight months pregnant.
