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Coming Soon in Creston
March 1, 2022
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FAREWELL AND THANK YOU, MEGAN!
 Please join us in wishing a fond farewell to Megan Kruis, CNA’s Executive Director since 2017.
A resident of Creston herself, Megan has poured her heart into advocating for our valued neighbors and our charming neighborhood.
Megan worked on countless community-building initiatives during her tenure. She coordinated fun historical activities to commemorate CNA's 40th anniversary. She spearheaded a large Covid pandemic relief project to support our local schools. And she restructured our annual meeting to incorporate resident feedback and priority setting. Under her leadership, CNA has experienced growth in staff, committees, and members. Megan has helped pave the way for our association to continue growing and serving the Creston neighborhood.
We are grateful for her time spent with CNA and wish her all the best in her future endeavors!
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BEYOND BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black history month may be over but the celebration of Black history and support of Black-owned businesses in Michigan can continue this month and every month. Check out these amazing resources to find Black owned businesses here in Creston and across Grand Rapids:
You can also take a trip to the Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives to learn how Black culture has shaped America. To learn more about Black history in Grand Rapids, take the Black history walking tour available on the GRWalks app.
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Living Green Presentations
Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 6:30-7:30 PM via Zoom
Presentation and time for questions
"Best of the Best at the 2021 MSU Trial Gardens and Game Changing Annuals"
Deadre McGrath, Trial Garden Manager
Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens
Hundreds of new varieties of annuals for your garden are released on the market each year. These new varieties generally have a short lifespan and are either forgotten or replace by improved varieties within a couple years. Join Deadre McGrath and learn about top performing varieties from the 2021 season. We will also discuss what makes a new variety truly game-changing and able to stand the test of time.
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CNA has set the dates for several of our signature events that take place throughout the year. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details soon.
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Afflicted Business Relief Grant
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The State of Michigan appropriated $409M for a newly created “Afflicted Business Relief Grant Program.” This program is designed to help certain Michigan businesses that experienced a financial hardship due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Examples of Eligible Businesses include entertainment venues, recreational facilities, places of public amusement, and more. To view a fact sheet of eligible business and guidelines, click HERE or find more information on the program website at https://www.michigan.gov/abr
The application opens on March 1, 2022 and applications are due by March 31, 2022 at midnight. Click here to learn how to apply and for required documentation.
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Events, meetings, workshops and more!
ALL neighbors are welcome and encouraged to attend committee meetings and board meetings. Creston is ALL OF US working together.
Please contact the person listed below for link or more information.
Climate Chaos Committee
Thursday, March 3 at 6:30 PM
Zoom
kspring@crestongr.com
Living Green In Creston Committee
Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30 PM
Zoom
kspring@crestongr.com
Land Use Committee
Wednesday, March 2 at 6:00 PM
Zoom
mkruis@crestongr.com
Fund Development Committee
Thursday, March 17 at noon
ccarr@crestongr.com
CNA Board Meeting
Thursday, March 24, 6:30 - 8:00
board@crestongr.com
Please keep an eye on the CNA Calendar for other upcoming meetings and events in the new year.
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Our Community Partners support the Creston neighborhood every day! If your business is interested in becoming a community partner to support the Creston neighborhood, please contact us!
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