Vive Michigan Magazine Diciembre | December 2016

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Special Initiative to Encourage the Enrollment of Latino Students in College Iniciativa especial para incentivar el ingreso de estudiantes a la universidad

Learn how to manage your personal finances and to invest wisely Aprenda a manejar su economía e invierte con conocimiento

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Volumen 1 | Issue 2 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Po. Box 9283 Phone: 616.228.8802 Director

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John Mendoza Graphic Designer

Ervin Palacios Writers

Erika Elizalde Rommy Cabral Alejandra Valverde Distribution

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Keep the holiday season Healthy, safe and secure

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Special initiative to encourage the enrollment of Latin students in university Iniciativa especial para incentivar el ingreso de estudiantes a la universidad

Learn how to manage your economy and invest yourself wisely Aprenda a manejar su economía e invierte con conocimiento

Gallery: Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival 2016

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS • HEALTH • EDUCATION • SPORTS • FINANCES • LOCAL EVENTS & MORE

On the Cover Alejandra Gonzalez Foto | Photo: Kenneth Keifer

Reception to introduce our new Vive Michigan Magazine

Special initiative to encourage the enrollment of Latino students

Learn how to manage your personal finances and to invest wisely

Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival 2016

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SEGURIDAD Y PREVENCIÓN

Haga que sus fiestas navideñas sean

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saludables, seguras y protegidas

urante la temporada de fiestas, muchas personas no quieren pensar en cosas desagradables. A pesar de que celebrar sea la meta más importante en la temporada de fiestas, las personas y las familias deben dedicar cierta atención a hacer de las fiestas un tiempo seguro. Solamente porque sea Chanukah, Navidad o Año Nuevo, no significa que la seguridad no sea una prioridad. Las siguientes guías le pueden ayudar a usted y a su familia a disfrutar la temporada de fiestas de manera saludable, segura y protegida.

• Tenga cuidado a la hora de decorar. Decorar puede ser hermoso, pero también puede ser peligroso sino se hace apropiadamente. Recargar los tomacorrientes es muy normal durante la temporada de Navidad pero puede producir incendios. Sea cuidadoso con las velas y otros tipos llamas. Las mascotas se pueden enredar en los cables o pueden tirar adornos de vidrio. Mantenga las decoraciones delicadas lejos del peligro.

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sonas pasan más tiempo dentro o cerca de otras personas. El tiempo de fiestas es uno en el que nos reunimos con amigos y parientes, nos abrazamos y nos damos besos.

No arruine las festividades distribuyendo gérmenes. El Centro para el Control de Enfermedades (CDC) dice que la temporada de fiestas es también el tiempo de la gripe.

La CDC recomienda a las personas a lavarse las manos con agua y jabón durante al menos 20 segundos para matar los gérmenes.

• Esté al tanto de los niños curiosos. Los niños se enamoran de las luces y los sonidos de las fiestas y pueden ser más curiosos que nunca durante esta época del año.

Algunas cosas que los adultos dan por sentado pueden ser peligrosas para los más jóvenes. Las hojas filosas de los árboles de navidad pueden provocar dolorosos cortes en la boca y garganta de los niños que se los tragan.

Los aerosoles de nieve pueden ser dañinos si se usan inapropiadamente. El maní y el popcorn usado para decorar también

puede provocar que los niños pequeños se atraganten.

• Sea un anfitrión inteligente. Las bebidas alcohólicas y las fiestas van mano a mano.

Un anfitrión responsable sabe cuando un invitado ha bebido más de la cuenta y buscará una manera segura de transportarlo a su casa. Porque los niños imitan a los adultos, muchos beberán las bebidas que vean que los adultos beben. Envenenamiento por alcohol es un riesgo muy real para los niños, así que preste atención a los pequeños sin importar su edad.

• Proteja su casa. Prevenga la entrada de ladrones si es que va a viajar pidiéndole a sus vecinos que chequeen su casa. Use luces con sensores de actividad, mantenga las apariencias de que siempre hay alguien en la casa recolectado el correo y no coloque demasiada información de su viaje en las redes sociales. Invierta en un sistema de seguridad si lo necesita.

Asegure una temporada festiva mas feliz haciendo de la seguridad y la salud una prioridad.

SAFETY & PREVENTION

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uring the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the holiday season, individuals and families also should devote some attention to keeping the holidays safe.

Just because it's Chanukah, Christmas or New Year's doesn't mean safety and security should not remain a top priority. The following guidelines can help families enjoy a holiday season that is healthy, safe and secure.

• Exercise caution when decorating. Decorations can be beautiful, but they also can be hazardous if not used properly.

Overloading outlets is commonplace during the holiday season, but that can lead to home fires.

Exercise caution around candles and other open flames. Pets may become tangled in wires or knock over glass ornaments.

Keep delicate decorations away from harm.

• Wash hands to prevent germs. As the cold weather arrives, people may spend greater periods of time indoors or in close proximity to other people.

The holidays also are about greeting friends and relatives, and embracing or kissing. Do not ruin the festivities by spreading germs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the holiday season is also flu season. The CDC recommends celebrants wash their hands with soap and clean running water for at least 20 seconds to remove

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germs.

• Keep track of curious children. Children are enamored with the sights and sounds of the holidays and may be more curious than ever during this time of year. Things adults take for granted can be hazards to youngsters. The needles of holiday trees can cause painful cuts in the mouth and throat of a child who swallows them. Snow sprays may be harmful if the aerosol propellants are used improperly. Peanuts and popcorn used for decorating can pose potential choking hazards to young children.

• Be a smart host or hostess.

Alcoholic beverages and holiday revelry sometimes go hand in hand. Responsible party hosts know when a guest has had too much and will arrange safe transportation home. Because kids imitate adults, many may drink the beverages they see adults drinking. Alcohol poisoning is a real risk for children, so pay attention to youngsters no matter how young they may be.

• Protect the home. Deter home burglars when traveling for the holidays by having neighbors keep a watchful eye on your house. Use motion-sensor lights, keep up the appearance that someone is home by having mail collected, and do not advertise any travel plans on social media.

Investment in a home security system if need be.

Ensure a happier holiday season by making safety and health a priority.

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On The Scene | RECEPTION TO INTRODUCE OUR NEW NAME VIVE MICHIGAN MAGAZINE

EDUCACION

Iniciativa especial para incentivar el ingreso de

estudiantes al mundo universitario

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ace unos cinco años atrás, Tony Baker, lanzó la noticia de la creación de un campus en la Universidad de Ferris State llamado FSU. Desde ese primer momento FSU ha recibido más y más estudiantes hispanos que de una u otra forma llegaban un tanto desorientados al respecto de la universidad y de todo lo que les esperaba en ellas.

Es por ese motivo que tras el análisis de esa actitud en varios estudiantes Baker decide crear un programa especial para estudiantes latinos. Así es como nace el Center for Latin@ Studies.

Desde el año 2013, momento en que comenzó a funcionar el espacio especial para estudiantes latinos, se ha creado el programa Promesa, el cual involucra a estudiantes de bachillerato que provengan de sectores minoritarios, preparándolos para sus estudios universitarios con clases especiales. El programa de verano tiene una duración de 8 semanas e intenta en todo momento hacer que los estudiantes se integren a la comunidad y prepararlos para la rigurosidad de la educación académica universitaria.

Para poder ser parte de este programa, los estudiantes deben estar en su último año de bachillerato y tener una nota de GPA de al menos 2.5.

Además, los estudiantes tienen que tener una recomendación especial de su colegio para poder inscribirse en el programa Promesa de FSU. En el primer año, la iniciativa tuvo a 16 estu10 | Diciembre 2016 | Vive Michigan

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diantes. Desde ese momento, el número de estudiantes se ha expandido incluyendo para ello la colaboración de colegios emergentes como lo son algunos colegios públicos. Es el caso por ejemplo de West Ottawa Public Schools o Holland Public Schools.

El año pasado, se recibieron 60 estudiantes teniendo una tasa de éxito de casi el 95% de estudiantes que gracias a este programa, deciden continuar su educación con estudios universitarios.

Es gracias a la colaboración de fundaciones que el programa puede llevarse adelante siendo completamente gratuito para los estudiantes quienes además reciben 9 horas en créditos universitarios.

El programa no sólo está presente en la vida de estos estudiantes durante esas 8 semanas de duración, sino que posteriormente se hace un seguimiento de cada estudiante para comprobar que siguen adelante con sus metas y con los objetivos trabajados previamente para poder lograr ese tan deseado título universitario.

Sin lugar a dudas, un programa a tener en cuenta que ayuda a que los estudiantes latinos se puedan integrar de la forma más natural posible al mundo universitario norteamericano. Para más información acerca de este programa, visite www.ferris.edu/latino o llame al (231) 591-2470.

Nuestras felicitaciones al señor Baker, a FSU y a todos los que conforman el programa Promesa.

Anthony 'Tony' Baker Director of the Center for Latin@ Studies

EDUCATION

Special initiative to encourage the

Enrollment of Latino Students in College

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bout five years ago, Tony Baker announced the creation of a campus called FSU at Ferris State University. Since its beginnings, FSU has received more and more Hispanic students who one way or another arrive there somewhat disoriented regarding the Universities and everything that awaited them there.

It is because of this that, after the analysis of this attitude on several students, Baker decided to create a special program for Latino students. That is how the Center for Latin@ Studies (CLS) was born.

Since 2013, the year it was created, the CLS has become a special space for Latino students to meet one another and work together, and the Promesa Summer Program was created as a result of this effort. The Promesa program works with high school students that come from minority sectors, introduces them to the concept of college while preparing them for their college studies through special classes. The summer program lasts 8 weeks and its aim is, at all times, to help the students prepare for college success, integrate them into the community and prepare them for the rigorousness of college level classes and studying methods.

To be able to be part of this program, students must be enrolled in their last high school year and must have at least a 2,5 GPA. Also, students must have a special recommendation letter from their schools to be able to enroll in the Promesa program.

During its first year, the initiative had 16 students and served only students from the Grand Rapids area. Since then, the number of students has increased and the program includes colla-

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boration with other West Michigan communities and schools, including for example, the West Ottawa Public Schools or Holland Public Schools.

This past summer, more than 60 students enrolled with a success rate of almost. Those students who complete the program successfully will not only be better prepared for college, but they will have earned 9 college credits, at no cost to them, and transferable to most colleges or universities. While Ferris State University runs the program, Promesa participants are not required to attend the university.

It is with the collaboration of area community organizations, area businesses and school districts that the program can be operated successfully, at no cost to its participants.

The program is not only present in the students' lives during those 8 weeks during the summer, but it actively follows up and works with each student during their senior year in high school.

This includes requiring Promesa participants to enroll in a class in their senior year in order to continue working on their goals and objectives and achieve their academic goals and begin thinking about college.

Undoubtedly, the Ferris State University Promesa Summer program helps Latino students to integrate in the most possible natural way to the North American university environment, and be prepared to succeed.

For more information about this program, visit www.ferris.edu/latino or call (231) 591-2470.

Our congratulations to Dr. Baker, FSU, the Promesa Summer program graduates, and everybody who is part of the Promesa program.

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FINANZAS

Aprenda a manejar su

economía e invierte con conocimiento

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aber cómo ahorrar, en qué productos financieros invertir y hacerlo con total seguridad es una de las cosas más importantes para que la economía de una persona y por ende, la de una familia pueda avanzar mes a mes. Así es como surge la posibilidad de confiar en compañías bancarias que se preocupen por dar una atención personalizada a sus clientes. El Banco Fifth Third es uno de ellos y hemos tenido posibilidad de entrevistar a Omar Cuevas quien nos comenta más en profundidad todos los beneficios de ser parte de su entidad.

“Somos un banco regional, lo cual nos permite ofrecer productos y servicios que la mayoría de bancos pequeños o Credit Unions no pueden brindar a sus clientes.

Nuestro programa LIFE ofrece tanto a estudiantes como a adultos toda la información necesaria para que puedan ser exitosos invirtiendo su dinero” comenta Omar Cuevas. Porque una de las cuestiones que más destaca al banco Fifth Third no sólo es el hecho de contar con productos financieros como cuentas corrientes, cajas de ahorros o préstamos, sino que tienen un real interés en educar a sus clientes ofreciéndoles las herramientas y conocimientos necesarios para que sepan cómo invertir su dinero y hacer así que su economía sea mucho más estable.

“Ofrecemos cursos de uso de créditos especiales, creación de presupuestos, protección de nuestra identidad, preparación de toda la familia para comprar una casa, entre otros. Hemos sobrepasado el millón de estudiantes

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en el programa Dave Ramsey. Estamos realmente muy involucrados con nuestra comunidad ya que nuestros empleados han donado más de 10,200 horas en servicio comunitario” insiste Omar Cuevas, dejando bien en clara la diferencia entre el Banco Fifth Third y otras entidades similares.

Pero sus acciones con la comunidad no sólo se quedan en el hecho de ofrecer cursos, sino que por ejemplo en el oeste de Michigan, cuentan con programas especiales desarrollados en algunos centros como por ejemplo el Centro Hispano en donde se tiene un acercamiento real con la comunidad latina impulsándolos a que sean emprendedores y otorgando becas a estudiantes latinos para que puedan comenzar con sus carreras universitarias.

Para este próximo año, Omar Cuevas nos cuenta que comenzarán con el programa “Zelle Network” en colaboración con Early Arkinig lo que permitirá que puedan ofrecerles a sus clientes que hagan pagos de persona a persona (P2P) de forma rápida y segura haciendo uso para ello de su teléfono móvil o de su correo electrónico.

Esta nueva experiencia estará disponible a partir de inicios del 2017.

Como puedes apreciar, en el Banco Fifth Third tendrás una atención personalizada, teniendo una estrecha relación con la comunidad latina, donde no serás un número más sino que recibirás la formación necesaria para que tanto tú como tu familia aprendan a desarrollarse como emprendedores y personas independientes que toman las decisiones correctas en sus financias personales.

Omar Cuevas

Assistant-Vice President of Fifth Third Bank

FINANCES

Learn how to manage your

personal ďŹ nances and to invest wisely

By Erika Elizalde

Knowing how to save, which financial products to invest in, while doing it in a secure manner is one of the most important things in person’s personal finances, as it can lead to securing a sound financial future for them and their families. Oftentimes, this kind of planning is what leads individuals to rely on a financial institution that can provide personalized care, attention and, of course, knowledge.

This is how the possibility arises of relying on banking companies that care about giving personalized attention to their clients. Fifth Third Bank is one of them and we had the opportunity to interview Omar Cuevas who tells us more deeply about all the benefits of being part of his entity.

Fifth Third Bank provides these kinds of services to individuals and their families, and we had the opportunity to talk with Omar Cuevas of Fifth Third who spoke with Vive Michigan in depth about working with an organization like his in planning financially for one’s future.

"We are a regional bank, which allows us to offer products and services that most small banks or Credit Unions cannot provide to

their customers. Our LIFE program offers individuals in all stages of life - from students to individuals and their families - all the information they need to be successful in investing their money, "says Omar Cuevas.

According to Cuevas, while Fifth Third Bank offers the traditional financial products such as checking and savings accounts and different types of loans, they also have a real interest in educating their customers about money and finances by offering them the tools and knowledge necessary to learn how to successfully invest their money and work towards becoming financially stable "We offer special course on credit, the creation of budgets, identity protection, preparation and steps to buying a house and many others. We have exceeded one million students in the Dave Ramsey program, and we are really very involved with our community our employees have donated more than 10,200 hours in community service projects," insists Cuevas. in making a clear distinction between Fifth Third Bank and other similar institutions.

But their service to the community is not only about offering courses. For example in

west Michigan, they have special programs developed with community organizations like as the Hispanic Center of West Michigan, where outreach efforts to the Latino community strive to encourage Latin@s to become entrepreneurs and pursue higher education.

This includes the awarding of scholarships to Latin@ students to help with their college costs.

For the coming year, Omar Cuevas tells us that they will begin with the "Zelle Network" program in collaboration with Early Arkinig, which will enable them to offer their customers a fast and safe way to make payments from person to person (P2P), using mobile phones or email. This new experience will be available beginning in 2017.

As you can see, Fifth Third Bank will continue to offer personalized attention and a close relationship with the Latino community.

Individuals will not be a number and will have the necessary tools and resources so that they and their family can learn to be better financial planners, develop as entrepreneurs and be independent people empowered to make the right decisions in their personal finances.

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On The Scene | GRAND RAPIDS INTERNATIONAL WINE, BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL 2016

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Photos by Edgar Garcia

GRAND RAPIDS INTERNATIONAL WINE, BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL 2016 | On The Scene

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Anne Benson at 616-974-3177. Venue information Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525. More info: www.meijergardens.org Phone: (616)-9571580

CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD

By Alejandra Valverde

November 22, 2016 - January 8, 2017 Excitement surrounds this time of year as the annual Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World exhibition brings the glow of nearly 400,000 lights, strolling carolers, rooftop reindeer and more than 40 international trees and displays. Price Per Person: See website for details. Venue: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 More info: www.meijergardens.org Phone (616) 957-1580

WOLVERINE WORLDWIDE HOLIDAY POPS Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World

December 1, 2016 - December 4, 2016 7:30 PM Thursday, 8:00 PM Friday, 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM Saturday, 3:00 PM Sunday.

Bring on the holiday cheer! This GR Pops tradition features beloved seasonal favorites such as Sleigh Ride, the Symphony Chorus and Youth Chorus, holiday sing-along, a visit from Santa, and Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus finale.

Price Per Person: Tickets start at $18 adults, $5 students. Venue: DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: www.grsymphony.org Phone: 616.454.9451 x 4 18 | Diciembre 2016 | Vive Michigan

MERRY CHRISTMAS, CHARLIE BROWN!

Thursday, December 1 All Day Event. Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! is coming to GRPM on October 29th. Visitors can explore the making of the animated Peanuts classic, see more than 50 Peanuts themed novelties and enjoy a Santa letter writing station and photo opportunity for the entire family! Grand Rapids Public Museum 272 Pearl St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: http://www.g rpm.org/charliebrown.

Phone: 616-929-1700

CHRISTMAS CABARET

Thursday, December 1 5:00 PM EST Tickets are now available for the annual Christmas Cabaret holiday gala. Join family, friends and colleagues for a festive and fun evening. The party begins with cocktails and appetizers in the Scenic Corridor while you enjoy the enchanting trees, displays and Railway Garden from our Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World exhibition. A fantastic dinner and captivating musical entertainment follow, featuring Rich and Brandon Ridenour, ADMISSION: $150. Contact

"SOUNDS OF THE SEASON" BRASS BAND OF BATTLE CREEK 2016 HOLIDAY CONCERT

December 2, 2016- 7:30 PM Ring in the holiday season with the world famous Brass Band of Battle Creek!

The BBBC will present it’s holiday concert “Sounds of the Season” on Friday, December 2nd at the Van Singel Center for Fine Arts in Byron Center! Musicians from around the world will perform your classic holiday soundtrack along with songs sure to be new favorites! These family friendly concerts have been a holiday tradition for over 25 years. Join the thousands of others that make the BBBC the start to their holiday season celebrations!

Price Per Person: $20 Students, $40 Adults. Venue: Van Singel Fine Arts Center 8500 Burlingame Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 More info: www.bbbc.net or by calling 269-789-2222.

COUNTRY LEGEND JOHN BERRY'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT

December 3, 2016 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Ring in the Christmas season with country legend, John Berry! 2016 marks Berry’s 20th holiday concert tour. He has big plans to celebrate and involve the fans like never before! Tickets are $25 at www.johnberry.com/tour OR buy at UPS Store in Greenville. Have a GOOD time; do a GOOD thing. Sponsored by Meijer, the John Berry concert, benefits “Have Mercy”, helping our homeless get safe & warm, while working with them to rebuild their lives. Location: Greenville High School Performing Arts Center 111 N Hillcrest, Greenville, MI 48838 For more info call (616) 225-8055

organ and harpsichord, and featuring some well-known area soloists. Price Per Person: Adults $20 Seniors $15 Students $10. Trinity Lutheran Church 677 Abbey Mill Dr, Ada, MI 49301. More info: www.christcenteredgamer.com

GRAND RAPIDS SYMPHONY'S HOLIDAY POPS

Saturday, December 3 8:00 PM EST Bring on the holiday cheer this season beginning on December 1 with the Grand Rapids Symphony! This GR Pops tradition features beloved seasonal favorites with the Symphony Chorus and Youth chorus plus a holiday sing-along, Santa, and Handel's Hallelujah Chorus. ADMISSION: Tickets start at $18 for adults, $5 for students. DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: www.grsymphony.org Phone: (616) 4549451

SLEIGH RIDE TO TOYLAND

December 10, 2016 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM The Calvin College Wind Ensemble is ready to take you on a sleigh ride adventure to Santa’s workshop! Sleigh Ride to Toyland is a multimedia concert for the young and young at heart. Enjoy video clips and photos while the ensemble per-

forms the musical scores from treasured childhood favorites. With great music, holiday traditions and even a visit from Santa, this is an afternoon guaranteed to put all members of the family in the holiday spirit! Price Per Person: $5 Each; $25 Family of 6 or more. Venue: Covenant Fine Arts Center Auditorium 1795 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 More info: www.calvin.edu Phone: (616) 526-6282

CHAMBER CHOIR OF GRAND RAPIDS

December 11, 2016 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM "Sing Along Messiah" Dust off your old score, and come join us as we sing through the Christmas portion of the Messiah (Part 1), accompanied by strings,

KATHY TROCCOLI CHRISTMAS CONCERT AND DINNER

December 13, 2016 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Join Kathy for her special Christmas concert. Price Per Person: See webstite for details. Venue: Calvin College Covenant Fine Arts Center 1795 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 More info: www.calvin.edu Phone: (616) 526-6000

GRAND RAPIDS BALLET'S "THE NUTCRACKER"

Sunday, December 18 2:00 PM EST Grand Rapids Ballet’s festive production of “The Nutcracker” returns to DeVos Performance Hall for two spectacular weekends: December 9th through 11th and 16th through 18th. Sugar plum fairies, fighting mice, toy soldiers, and live music from Grand Rapids Symphony make this enchanting story the perfect tradition for the entire family! ADMISSION: Starting at $20. DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: www.grballet.com/2016-17season/the-nutcracker/ Phone: (616) 4544771

THE GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS EVE, THE BEST OF TSO AND MORE PRESENTED BY HALLMARK CHANNEL

December 22, 2016 3:00 PM & 8:00 PM Trans-Siberian Orchestra celebrates 20 years with the performance of the rock opera "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve" presented by Hallmark Channel. Based on TSO’s multi-platinum DVD and long running PBS fundraiser, the story follows the journey of a young runaway who, on Christmas Eve, breaks into an abandoned vau-

deville theater seeking shelter from the cold, and the ghostly visions she experiences from that concert hall’s past. “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve” features such lasting crowd-pleasers as "Christmas Eve Sarajevo 12/24," "O’ Come All Ye Faithful," "Good King Joy," "Christmas Canon," "Music Box Blues," "Promises To Keep," and "This Christmas Day." Price Per Person: $77.50, $67.50, $57.50 & $47.50. Venue: Van Andel Arena 130 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: https://vanandelarena.com/schedule/ghosts-christmaseve-best-tso-and-more-presented-hallmarkchannel. Phone: 616.742.6600

A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL

December 27 - 30, 2016 Don’t miss the highlight of the holiday season; A Christmas Story, The Musical as it comes to hilarious life on stage! Based on the perennial holiday movie favorite, the story takes place in 1940s Indiana, where a bespectacled boy named Ralphie has a big imagination and one wish for Christmas. A kooky leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a cranky department store Santa, and a triple dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas dream. Times: See website for times. Venue: DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. More info: http://broadwaygrandrapids.com/a-christmas-story Phone: (616) 235-6285

NEW YEAR'S EARLY EVE

Saturday, December 31 Ring in the New Year at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum New Year's Early Eve! December 31st, 6:00-8:00pm with a countdown and balloon drop at 7:30!

Make a noisemaker, paint a firework picture, enjoy refreshments at the kiddie cocktail bar, and dance and play your way into 2017! Tickets available at the Children's, Museum front desk or by calling 616-235-4726 ADMISSION: $12 ages 1 and up, $10 GRCM Members. Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave. NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 More info: www.grcm.org Phone: (616) 2354726 Vive Michigan | December 2016 | 19

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Prevención de lesiones durante la

práctica de deportes de invierno

onforme se acerca el invierno los niños comienzan a planificar sus actividades al aire libre y qué deportes de invierno van a practicar. Según el Registro Nacional de Traumas Pediátricos, casi la mitad de los deportes de invierno tienen como resultado lesiones en la cabeza. Los traumatismos cerebrales son la principal causa de muerte y discapacidad en niños y jóvenes. Existen una serie de instrucciones que usted y su familia pueden seguir durante la estación invernal para ayudar a mantener a salvo a sus hijos y así evitar dichas lesiones. Llevar el equipo de protección adecuado puede ayudar a prevenir lesiones en la cabeza. Preparar su coche para el invierno y tomar las debidas precauciones mientras se conduce puede ayudar a prevenir lesiones por accidentes de coche durante el invierno.

Mantener los niños a salvo en el hielo y la nieve: Patinaje sobre hielo • Siempre se debe comprobar el estado del hielo antes de que los niños crucen o anden sobre lagos, ríos, … congelados.

• El hielo que se forma en aguas en movimiento, como ríos y arroyos, nunca son seguros para patinar o jugar sobre ellos.

• Los patinadores no deben patinar solos o cerca del agua y tienen que hacerlo en la misma dirección que la mayoría de las personas que estén también practicando dicho deporte en ese momento.

• Es recomendable que su hijo utilice un casco mientras patina sobre hielo.

Montar en trineo • Mantener los trineos alejados de vehículos a

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motor.

• Los niños deben estar siempre bajo supervisión de un adulto mientras utilizan los trineos.

• Montar en trineo con los pies hacia delante o sentado, en lugar de ir tumbado cabeza abajo, ya que prevendrá golpes en la cabeza.

• Es recomendable que su hijo utilice un casco mientras monta en trineo.

• Los trineos deben estar estructuralmente en buen estado y libres de bordes cortantes y astillas, así como el mecanismo de dirección debe estar bien lubricado.

• Las pistas para trineos deben estar libres de obstáculos (árboles, vallas,…), estar cubiertas de nieve (no de hielo), ni tener una pendiente demasiado pronunciada (inferior a 30º) y finalizar en un tramo recto y plano.

• Evitar utilizar los trineos en áreas muy pobladas.

• Los niños no deben jugar en acumulaciones de nieve formadas por máquinas quitanieves.

Los quitanieves en dirección contraria u otros vehículos podrían no verlos.

Esquí y snowboard • Nunca esquiar o practicar snowboard solos.

• Los niños deben estar siempre bajo supervisión de un adulto mientras esquían o practican snowboard.

• La AAP (Academia Americana de Pediatría) recomienda que los niños menores de 7 años no deben practicar snowboard.

• El traje debe ser de la talla del niño. Los esquiadores deben utilizar fijaciones de seguridad que tendrán que ser ajustadas todos los años.

• Los que practican snowboard deben utilizar guantes con protecciones para las muñecas.

• Las pendientes deben ser apropiadas para la habilidad y experiencia del esquiador o practicante de snowboard. Evitar las aglomeraciones en las pistas.

• Evitar esquiar en zonas con árboles y otros obstáculos.

• Evitar saltos en el aire (cuanto más alto se salte, mayor será la caída)

Motos de nieve • La AAP recomienda que los menores de 16 años no deben conducir motos de nieve y los niños menores de 6 años no deben montarse en ellas.

• No usar una moto de nieve para tirar de un trineo o de esquiadores.

• Lleve gafas protectoras y un casco de seguridad homologado para el uso de vehículos motorizados, como motocicletas.

• Circule a velocidades seguras.

• Nunca tome alcohol u otras drogas antes de llevar una moto de nieve.

• Nunca circule con una moto de nieve solo o por la noche.

• Manténgase en los caminos marcados y alejado de carreteras, corrientes de agua, ferrocarriles y peatones.

El casco salva vidas La mayoría de las lesiones importantes producidas en invierno son en la cabeza. Los cascos son eficaces en la reducción del 50% de las lesiones en la cabeza durante la práctica de esquí y snowboard. Saber más sobre cascos y otros equipos protectores que pueden ayudar a prevenir lesiones en la cabeza durante el invierno.

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s winter approaches the children begin to plan their outdoor activities and what winter sports they are going to practice. According to the National Registry of Pediatric Trauma, almost half of winter sports result in head injuries. Brain injuries are the leading cause of death and disability in children and young people.

There are a number of instructions that you and your family can follow during the winter season to help keep your children safe to avoid such injuries.

Wearing the right protective gear can help prevent head injuries.

Preparing your car for the winter and taking proper precautions while driving can help prevent car accident injuries during the winter. Find out more

Keeping children safe on ice and snow Ice skating • Always check the state of ice before children cross or walk on frozen lakes, rivers…

• Ice that forms in moving waters, such as rivers and streams, are never safe for skating or play on them.

• Skaters should not skate alone or near water and must do so in the same direction as most people who are also practicing the sport at that time.

• It’s recommended that your child wear a helmet while skating on ice.

Sled riding • Keep sleds away from vehicles by an engine.

• Children should always be supervised by an adult while using the sleds.

• Sled with your feet forward or sitting, instead of lying head down, as it will prevent blows to the head.

• It is recommended that your child wear a helmet while riding a sled.

• The sleds must be structurally sound and free of sharp edges and splinters, as well as the steering mechanism must be well lubricated.

• Sled tracks must be clear of obstacles (trees, fences...), covered with snow (not of ice), nor have a steep gradient (less than 30º) and finish in a straight and flat section.

• Avoid sledding in heavily populated

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areas.

• Children shouldn’t play in accumulations of snow formed by snow machines. Plows in the opposite direction or other vehicles may not see them.

Skiing and snowboarding • Never ski or snowboard alone • Children should always be supervised by an adult while skiing or snowboarding.

• The Pediatrics Academy of American (PAA) recommends that the children under seven years old shouldn’t practice snowboard.

• The suit must be the size of the child.

Skiers should use safety bindings that will have to be adjusted every year.

• Snowboarders should wear gloves with wrist protections.

• Slopes should be appropriate for the skill and experience of the skier or snowboarder.

Avoid clutter on the slopes.

• Avoid skiing in areas with trees and other obstacles.

• Avoid jumping in the air (the higher you jump, the higher your fall)

Snowmobiles • The PAA recommends that children under the age of sixteen shouldn’t ride snowmobiles and children under six shouldn’t ride on them.

• Do not use a snowmobile to pull a sled or skiers.

Wear safety goggles and a safety helmet approved for the use of motor vehicles, such as motorcycles.

• Drive at safe speeds.

• Never drink alcohol or other drugs before taking a snowmobile.

• Never ride on a snowmobile alone or at night.

• Stay on marked roads and away from roads, streams, railways, and pedestrians.

The helmet saves lives Most of the major injuries produced in winter are on the head. Helmets are effective in reducing 50% of head injuries during skiing and snowboarding. Find out more about helmets and other protective gear that can help prevent head injuries during the winter.

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