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Dance to End Bullying August 22nd at The Pyramid Scheme

Submitted 08-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

End Bullying, Save Lives”, a Grand Rapids based non-profit dedicated to advocating for the victims of bullying and educating the public about its consequences, is holding an all-ages dance party on August 22 at the Pyramid Scheme

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In Season: August 17, 2013

Submitted 08-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

As the summer heats up, Michigan's produce does too- Peppers, Tomatoes and Melons will accompany the warmer temps this week!

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100% Homegrown program at Fulton Street Farmers Market celebrates 100% Farmer

Submitted 08-15-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Founded in 2010, the "100% Homegrown" program is the first to certify and recognize farmers that sell only what they grow themselves.

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Don't mean a thing if it ain't got...

Submitted 08-14-2013 under OPINION

As a local event producer, I'd like to respond to the potential exit of swing dancing downtown.

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Local author Jason Holton publishes first book with Chapbook Press

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Holton has published his first book of poetry, "Eventually, All of Them Are Lost," and is working on a second collection of poetry as well as a novel.

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Fashion designer creates clothes for expressive people of all kinds

Submitted 08-13-2013 under OPINION

Ashley Triệu, designer of Iconoclasp, creates colorful ready-to-wear clothing for creative tastes in her small apartment home.

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Shop Seasonally: serving up spice with peppers and onions

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

If your summer dinners are lacking spice, it won't be for long. Sweet and spicy peppers are now in season, as well as several varieties of onions and leeks.

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Tiny Terrariums: Out of the Bottle workshop offered at UICA

Submitted 08-13-2013 under NEWS

UICA's Quirkshop Series focuses this week on hanging gardens called Kokedama. Workshops are August 14 and 15.

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Celebrate A Gay Afternoon in Cherry Street Park

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On Saturday, August 17, East Hills Council of Neighbors sponsors A Gay Afternoon to celebrate the diversity in their community with a street party with music, education, beer, and food

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Story Cafe builds community through storytelling

Submitted 08-13-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Billy and Marcia Angel bring community drama and storytelling to Grand Rapids using their coffeehouse, Story Cafe, for a stage.

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