Fulton Street Farmer's Market Takes on the Winter
Submitted 03-07-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
During the spring, summer, and fall months, the Fulton Street Farmer's Market is crawling with natural food junkies, organic vegan enthusiasts, and Grand Rapidians who just love good quality food. And if you’ve ever been there, you may have...
Refugees connect and contribute to the community through Rhododendron Crafts
Submitted 03-04-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Jessica Ennis met Bhutanese-Nepali refugees Dik Bir and Dil Maya Powdyel about a year ago through the New Neighbor Program at Bethany Christian Services, where she volunteers as an AmeriCorps Vista member. The first time she visited the Powdyels’...
Catalyst Radio: Gilda's Club
Submitted 03-04-2011 under NONPROFITS
Joanne Roehm joins us from Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids, which helps those affected by cancer through their grief journeys. She previews LaughFest, a week-long fundraising bash involving 30 venues, 50 artists, 110 free activities and additional...
The Local Beet: Local maple syrup *Sugarbush* events cooking up sweet deliciousness
Submitted 03-04-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
It's that time of year. While the land around us continues to be covered with a deep blanket of snow, there's a shift in the trees. With warmer days and cold, clear nights, the trees stretch their hibernating limbs and the sap starts to flow. ...
Live coverage of Sunday Soup #11
Submitted 02-25-2011 under NEWS
We're coming up on the last Sunday of the month, which means another edition of Sunday Soup. A monthly series, Sunday Soup is a community potluck with an admission fee of $5. In return, attendees get a bowl of soup and a ballot to vote on their...
Independent TEDx conference to come to Grand Rapids
Submitted 02-23-2011 under NEWS
TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. A TEDx conference, which works to spread “ideas worth sharing,” is currently being independently organized for Grand Rapids by Steve Frazee and Nick Pickrel. Frazee said that TEDxGrandRapids is like...
Concert To Help Heartside Neighborhood
Submitted 02-22-2011 under NONPROFITS
Co-sponsored by MAJIC (Musical Arts for Justice in the Community) and the Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids, Diane Penning will present a concert of sacred music with works from the collaborative project/CD Sacred...
[VIDEO] Live Coverage fundraising soiree matchmakes local artists and art enthusiasts
Submitted 02-22-2011 under NEWS
After several months of planning and publicity, the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts held its preeminent fundraiser of the year, Live Coverage. In its 11th year, the bash on Saturday attracted approximately 500 attendees. From 6:30-9:15 p.m.,...
The Local Beet: Wholesome Pet Treats That Will Make Pigs Fly
Submitted 02-21-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Green living isn’t a just a growing trend for people. More and more, pet owners are going natural for their animals especially when it comes to their food, treats and toys. Kelly Jansens Boos, founder and owner of local shop Green Dog Pet...
Catalyst Radio: UICA's Live Coverage fundraiser pits 50 artists against the clock
Submitted 02-18-2011 under NONPROFITS
Elizabeth Goddard of the Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts gives us a preview of tomorrow evening's Live Coverage. The fundraiser showcases more than 50 regional artists in the last stages of art creation putting finishing touches on their...