Author: Carrie Franklund

Bags, Baubles, BonBons & Bites

Bags, Baubles, BonBons & Bites

The GFWC-Big Rapids women held a delightful ladies' night out on Thursday, October 28th at Artworks to benefit Artworks Children's programs and the Meceola Currie Comfort Home. A bountiful collection of purses, jewelry, and accessories was beautifully displayed to entice the most discriminating shopper to take home a few treasures and contribute to a great cause. Over $1,200 was collected for the two charities.Many hands made light work with members gathering and donating items, preparing food, setting up, working during the sale, or cleaning up afterward. Special appreciation goes to Chair Melanie Henry,…continue reading →
Collecting – Bags, Baubles, BonBons & Bites

Collecting – Bags, Baubles, BonBons & Bites

Meceola Currie Comfort Home is a non-profit organization that believes in a world where no one dies alone. Serving the residents of Mecosta and Osceola Counties to help care for the terminally ill at the end of life, they offer a home to live in during a person’s final days and provide around the clock care, comfort and quality of life with respect and dignity.continue reading →
Riverwalk Pavers

Riverwalk Pavers

To prevent creeping weeds from invading the Riverwalk flower bed, the City of Big Rapids generously donated pavers which members from GFWC installed. Ann Stellard's creative hands made the beautiful aprons that GFWC members wear when working in the community. Our fearless leader, Sue Johnson, was the driving force who organized the project and meticulously laid each paver with other GFWC members assisting. Our finished work!continue reading →