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Learn how to preserve your local goodness

Submitted 08-27-2013 under NEWS

Fall canning classes are being offered through The Canning Diva.

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Join the conversation on urban food innovation

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Lisa Rose Starner, author of "Grand Rapids Food: A Culinary Revolution" will be leading a community conversation on urban food innovation this Thursday at the downtown branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library

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Our Fresh Local envisions community gardens, energy efficient housing

Submitted 08-27-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Grand Rapids native Jenny Bongiorno's passion for farming has taken her as far as Costa Rica and back. Her focus now is on improving community life in Grand Rapids through unique community gardens and energy efficient housing.

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The Pickle Club sets up camp in East Hills

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Sean Kenny, local artist and noise maker turns his private residence into an art emporium as an homage to Chicago's Dill Pickle Club of the early 20th century.

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Well House community garden to give access to fresh produce in food desert

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Well House's new community garden in the South East Community Association neighborhood, located on Sheldon Avenue and Pleasant Street, provides neighbors with access to healthy food alternatives.

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When building places it's the people who count

Submitted 08-27-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Grand Rapids architect Mark Miller shares his recent experience in Traverse City. He talks tactical urbanism, waterfront activation and access and Friday night festivities.

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Thought Design takes new twist on tailgating

Submitted 08-26-2013 under NEWS

Thought Design shares unique tailgating options in time for football season.

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Wayne Baker Brooks wraps up Blues on the Mall 2013

Submitted 08-26-2013 under NEWS

A news story about Blues on the Mall Concert.

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Third Annual Chair Affair Auction Steps It Up, and Every Chair Has a Story to Tell

Submitted 08-26-2013 under NONPROFITS

On November 9th Arts in Motion Studio West Michigan will host it's third annual Chair Affair auction event. Every year, this event raises funds for the creative arts, dance, music, and drama workshops and performance opportunities that are offered by AIM.

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Vuela Grito; Picardo celebrates 25 years of art

Submitted 08-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Artist Erick Picardo celebrates his 25th anniversary as a career artist

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