WGVU Television

Ask The…

New episodes air
Thursdays at 6 p.m. and repeat Mondays at 12:30 a.m.

This informative program features a variety of topics, from medicine to sports, from animals to entertainment. Each week, host Shelley Irwin invites a group of experts into the studio to discuss new developments in their fields and to answer your questions. Viewers are encouraged to call in and ask questions on air, or questions and comments can be e-mailed to the show’s producer, Jim Holland before the show at askthe@wgvu.org. Every show is something new, so tune in to hear medical and legal advice, tips on pet care, travel tips, and plenty more. And while you’re watching, call in and get an answer to your own specific questions! It’s great entertainment and free advice,
Ask The...

2009-10 Schedule

March 11:
Ask the CPA

March 18:
Ask the Sportsman/Outdoors Expert

March 25:
Ask the Veterinarian

April 01:
Community Connection

April 08:
Ophthalmologist

April 15:
Computer Experts

April 22:
Gardener

April 29:
Social Security Expert

May 06:
Community Connection

May 13:
Wine Expert

May 20:
Dentist

May 27:
Veterinarian

June 03:
Community Connection

June 10:
Golf Expert

June 17:
Gardener

Community Connection

WGVU Community Connection

New episodes air the first Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. and repeat the following
Sunday at 5:30 a.m.

WGVU’s newest series, Community Connection, offers an educational and informational spotlight on non-profit agencies in West Michigan, as host Shelley Irwin talks face to face with area non-profit leaders.

Discover the unique opportunities for community participation within the non-profit establishments and the lives of those who have been touched by the offerings of non-profits.

The series also includes a weekly and monthly community calendar, providing the viewer timely information of area events and happenings.

Celebrating and promoting public awareness of the many non-profit opportunities in West Michigan, Community Connection hopes to inform the viewer about opportunities to become a part of this community.

If you are part of a non-profit organization that is holding an event you would like on the Community Connection calendar, please send your event and contact information to WGVU_Connection@gvsu.edu or mail it to:

Attn: Community Connection
WGVU
301 Fulton St W
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Any qualified non-profit organization will be considered. Announcements will be placed subject to space and time limitations.

Upcoming Shows:

In February, we welcome representatives from:

The West Michigan Tourist Association
Grand River Fly Tyers

WGVU Community Connection Calendar
For everything that’s happening in your community non-profits:

West Michigan Survivors of Suicide welcomes conversation and support the second Thursday of each month at Park Congregational Church at 7 p.m. Call 616-971-1000.

The Literacy Center of West Michigan is looking for adult volunteer readers. Change the lives of an entire family by tutoring for the Family Literacy Program. Call 459-5151 for more information.

Women's Resource Center invites you to attend the Job Seeker Support Group on Wednesdays, 1 - 2 p.m. Costs is free! Log onto grwrc.org.

HOPE, Helping Others Peacefully Evolve, a Trauma Support Group, meets the first Wednesday of every month at Saint Mary's SW. Call 616-308 -9951 for information.

The Muskegon River Watershed Assembly Executive Board meetings are open to the public and held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Newaygo Conservation District in Fremont, 5:30 p.m. Check the website for details at mrwa.org.

Every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Journey Church in Holland will offer free lunches to those in need. Call 894-0020.

The Grand Rapids Civic Theatre and School presents its 2009 season of classes in acting, voice and dance for all ages. Call 616-222-6653 or log on to grct.org for information.

Divorce Care is nondenominational and features biblical teaching for recovery. Meetings are held at Resurrection Life Church in Grandville. Call 616-534-4923 for details.

The Public Museum presents Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion now through January 3. Log on to grmuseum.org for more information.

The Holland Area Arts Council invites you to a Brown Bag Lunch Concert November 6 from noon to 1 p.m. The Hope College Music Department will provide entertainment. Log on to hollandarts.org for details.

The Junior League of Grand Rapids presents the fundraiser, Beneath the Wreath, with activities beginning November 6. Log on to juniorleaguegr.com.

Aquinas College Theatre presents Rising Sun, Rising Moon opening November 6. Call 456-6656 for details.

Attend a free electronics re-cycling event on November 7 at 9 a.m. at St Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Holland. For details, call 269-751-8563.

Volunteer tutors are needed by the Literacy Center of West Michigan. Orientation is happening November 10 at the Wyoming Library. To register, contact the Center.

Twilight Shines at Klingman's, a benefit for Senior Neighbors, happens November 10, starting at 6 p.m. Log on to SeniorNeighbors.com.

West Michigan Survivors of Suicide meets November 12 at 7 p.m. in Grand Rapids at Park Congregational Church. Call 616-459-2255.

Attend the 26th annual West Michigan Potters Guild Fall Show and Sale opening Friday, November 13 at noon at the Cultural Center at St Nicholas in Grand Rapids. Call 616-784-7652 for more information.

The Women's Association of Fountain Street Church presents the 2nd annual Women's Conference on November 14 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Experience keynote speakers, workshops and new friendships. Log on to fountainstreet.org.

Frederick Meijer Gardens hosts Christmas and Holiday Traditions around the world, opening November 19. Call 957-1580 for all the details.

Master Arts Theatre presents Little Princess opening November 19, with performances through December 12. Log on to masterarts.org.

Mothers and More invites you to its chapter meeting on November 19 at Busy Bee Trading company for shopping and conversation. Call 616-389-5376 for this free event.

Tanglefoot Studio celebrates an anniversary with an open house the weekend of November 20. Log on to tanglefootstudio.com for all of the details.

The Grand Rapids Folk Arts Society presents Drew Nelson, singer/songwriter, on the Wealthy Theatre Stage on November 21 at 8 p.m. Log on to drewnelson.net.

The Dogwood Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the Dixie Melody Boys on November 22 at 3 p.m. For information, call 231-924-8885.

Family Health Matters

WGVU Family Health Matters

For more than a decade, Family Health Matters on WGVU’s Health Care Theme Nights has offered an in-depth examination of health issues affecting people in West Michigan.

Programs deal with such topics as cancer, mental illness, stroke and eating disorders, often with stories told through the eyes of people who suffer from the ailment being discussed.

Each theme night features programs on the topic along with a live, in-studio panel discussion with local experts and professionals. Viewers can call in to ask questions or to share their own outlooks and stories on the air.

Often touching and always informative, this series brings a personal aspect to health issues that affect millions of people every day.

COMING UP

Tuesday, September 01 at 8 p.m.
Women's Health Issues

Newsmakers

New episodes air Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and repeat Sundays at 5:30 a.m.
Featuring profiles of the people and issues that shape our community, Newsmakers explores the news that lies closest to home. From local stories of triumph and discovery to entertainment and competition in West Michigan, hosts from the WGVU News department present guests who have overcome odds and made a difference in the world around them. The people who make the news tell their stories and share their extraordinary lives with viewers every week on this program that celebrates our neighbors and community leaders.

Do you know any Newsmakers? To submit an idea for the program, contact Newsmakers at

West Michigan Week

WGVU West Michigan Week

New episodes air Fridays at 9:30 p.m. and repeat Sundays at 5:00 a.m.

Featuring a wide variety of viewpoints and lively discussion that goes beyond the headlines, West Michigan Week highlights the news that is important to West Michigan.Each week host Peter Ross, along with regular guest Carol Valade from the Grand Rapids Business Journal and members of the WGVU news team, discuss the top local news with a wide range of guests that has included Grand Rapids Mayor George Hartwell, Senator Carl Levin and Representative Vern Ehlers. Tune in for the news that affects you the most, with the people who know it the best.