Metro

Developing the West Side

Submitted 10-29-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Founding partner of Rockford Construction Company Mike VanGessel talks about his roots on the West Side and his vision for community engagement and development in his native neighborhood.

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What's Up with the January Series

Submitted 10-28-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

A summary of the upcoming January Series at Calvin College.

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Taking a serious look at the future of the Black community in GR

Submitted 10-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

A recent symposium in Grand Rapids brought together a panel of prominent community leaders to discuss the future of the black community. They discussed issues, obstacles, situations and most importantly solutions.

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GRPD reaches out to residents in community networking event

Submitted 10-25-2013 under NEWS

Grand Rapidians are invited to meet their community officers over coffee next week.

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'Bras Across the Grand' promotes breast cancer awareness

Submitted 10-25-2013 under NEWS

Hundreds of decorated bras were strung downtown Grand Rapids across the Gillett Pedestrian Bridge Saturday morning as part of the Bras Across the Grand event. The 4th annual Bras Across the Grand event drew approximately 300 people, including 20 breast cancer survivors.

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Riveridge Produce Marketing opens orchards to Food Bank

Submitted 10-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

Sparta-based Riveridge invites volunteers to pick apples for families at risk of hunger.

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You're invited! "Food Politics and the Food Justice Movement: Moving Forward"

Submitted 10-23-2013 under NONPROFITS

Free five week class that investigates the current food system and food policy, looks at responses around the country and discusses how West Michigan could respond locally.

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