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Beyond hunger relief: Congress Elementary uses gardening to get kids excited about healthy food

Submitted 05-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Congress Elementary is moving beyond hunger relief to teach students a love of healthy food and the knowledge to grow it.

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The Band of Heathens - "Shotgun"

Submitted 05-28-2014 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Keith Allard wants your vote, Grand Rapids

Submitted 05-28-2014 under NEWS

Keith Allard, local candidate for State Representative, talks about his feelings about his hometown, his generation's prospects and the role of government in people's lives.

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NPO Showcase: Family Futures

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

Amber Jones explains how Family Futures helps build and support strong families

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Learn some new ways to burn in the kitchen!

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

2nd Women of Color Convening, May 29, features Lila Cabbil, president emeritus of the Rosa Parks Institute, and cooking demo.

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Eastown first among four districts to host shop hops

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Uptown businesses organize to host shop hops at four different districts during the month of June.

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New menswear shop opens in MoDiv

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Jeffrey George, a men's clothing boutique that opened up in the MoDiv building downtown, seeks to create a comfortable space for men to shop.

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Movies in the Park back for second year

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Movies in the Park will kick off season two with Raiders of the Lost Ark, activities and food vendors.

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More than access, inclusive playground designs benefit all

Submitted 05-27-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Inclusive play opportunities benefit individuals and families with disabilities, and also benefit the community.

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Founders Brewing Co. to kick off summer with 11th annual Local First Street Party

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Local food, music and entertainment will be featured at the 11th Annual Local First Street Party on Saturday, June 7 outside of Bistro Bella Vita- and The Rapidian's story fort will be there to capture your story.

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