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Friends of Grand Rapids Parks to celebrate fourth annual Green Gala

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

On Thursday, August 21, the Green Gala will raise funds for the continued work to bring community members and partners together for park improvements.

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Zinesters to celebrate DIY publishing

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

Over 35 exhibitors from multiple states will converge on the Grand Rapids zine scene to showcase an array of genres in self publishing.

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Local Double Up Food Bucks program first in country to go digital, reduce lost benefits

Submitted 08-12-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Fulton Street Farmers Market is part of a handful of markets participating in the Double Up Food Bucks push to transition from token payment method to electronic.

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Story Matters: Grant Barker finds community at Disability Advocates event

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

Grant Barker talks about assumptions made about him as a person who looks able-bodied, what it's like to be newly disabled and how he fights through the struggles and connects with others with disabilities.

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Story Matters: John Rossano gives back by volunteering at Disability Advocates

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

John Rossano decided to volunteer for Disability Advocates because he wanted to be able to help others, just as he had received help himself. He encourages everyone to volunteer.

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Story Matters: Robin Snyder appreciates accessibility in Grand Rapids

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

Robin Snyder values accessible transportation for people with disabilities, and explains the importance to the economy and the community when cities are made accessible.

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West Michigan nonprofits join forces to send teams on 300-mile bicycle ride from Grand Rapids to Chicago

Submitted 08-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Six local nonprofits will host a collaborative fundraising party from 5-8 p.m. on Aug. 19 in advance of the first-ever Climate Ride Midwest

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Red Cross to Host Open House on August 14

Submitted 08-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Enjoy some fun at the Red Cross in Grand Rapids on Aug. 14, 5:30-8:00 p.m.

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NPO Showcase: Grand Rapids Community Media Center

Submitted 08-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Meet Tom Clinton, the new Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Community Media Center

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Story Matters: Liz Ashburn recommends public transportation

Submitted 08-08-2014 under NONPROFITS

Liz Ashburn learned at school how to use the local bus system. Now she uses it to go everywhere she needs to go- and encourages the rest of the community to do the same.

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