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Our Infertility Story: Struggling to find support in the #1 city to raise a family

Submitted 11-14-2013 under VOICES

Recently diagnosed with infertility, we have been frustrated by the lack of support available in Grand Rapids. We are reaching out to Grand Rapidians to share our story, create a support group and locate a support group meeting space.

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Joan Wolfe: The Legacy of WMEAC's Founder

Submitted 11-06-2013 under NONPROFITS

The legacy of one of Michigan's most impactful environmentalist, and how she went on to create the West Michigan Environmental Action Council.

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Brewery Vivant sets standards for businesses locally, nationwide

Submitted 11-05-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Inspired by the brasseries of Belgium and France, Brewery Vivant strives to implement community values and be environmentally friendly.

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Neighborhood taqueria to join Wealthy Street

Submitted 10-15-2013 under NEWS

Owner of The Winchester is preparing to open a taqueria across the street in late October or early November.

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Kids to have their day in East Hills

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NEWS

This Saturday, the kids day celebration in East Hills hosted by Congress Elementary School will include hula hooping, a bike parade, a fire truck and much more.

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Story Matters: Ben Darcie serves as Brewery Vivant's monk at Wood-Aged Beer Festival

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Ben Darcie talks about his responsibilities as the monk, what's different about a Belgian-style beer and the craft brew market in West Michigan.

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Brewery Vivant celebrates fall with different style of brewing

Submitted 10-08-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Beer enthusiasts and their friends and families attending the Wood-Aged Beer Festival on Saturday, October 5 were able to try one-of-a-kind, limited wood-aged beers. Attendees socialized with one another and shared their stories at The Rapidian's story fort.

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Story Matters: Marie Orttenburger makes personal connection in brew culture through Rapidian internship

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

If you've ever wondered what it's like to be an intern at The Rapidian, this video of a current intern Marie Orttenburger shows what it's like to tell the stories of Beer City USA.

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Brewery Vivant, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks add to tree canopy

Submitted 10-01-2013 under NEWS

Tree planting at Congress Park contributes to the City’s goal to reach a 40% tree canopy and the East Hills’ Urban Forest Plan.

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Brewery Vivant to introduce rare, limited brews at 3rd annual Wood-Aged Beer Festival

Submitted 09-30-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Sample from a wide selection of Brewery Vivant barrel-aged beers at this year's Wood-Aged Beer Festival. While you drink your beer, tell The Rapidian your story at the story fort.

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