Eastown
Eastown Streetfair now accepting applicant registration
by (erictank)
Submitted 09-03-2013 under NEWS
UPDATE: All vendor spots for StreetFair 2013 are now full. Anyone still interested can contact Eastown Community Association to be added to the waiting list. For artists and nonprofits interested in participating in the annual...
New teen learning center to open in Eastown, holds open house during Bizarre Bazaar
by (Open_Doors)
Submitted 06-20-2013 under NONPROFITS
Fun with Fibers. Hip-Hop Culture. Life Prep 101. These may not sound like your typical high school classes—but then again, what’s opening July 29 at 1324 Lake Drive is no typical high school. In fact, it’s not a school at all...
Clean up Eastown
by (benwilkoliver)
Submitted 06-17-2013 under NEWS
Eastown residents and neighbors are invited to brush up the business district prior to Bizarre Bazaar, the annual outdoor art and music festival. The cleanup will occur this Friday, June 21, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Harmony Brewing Company is...
New Reality to hit Eastown neighborhood
by (mariah_kat)
Submitted 06-12-2013 under NEWS
Reality, a new novelty shop geared towards counter-cultural communities, will open its doors in the Eastown community on June 22. The shop, along with items like lazer pens, water bottles and beads for making jewelry, will be focusing on products...
Late night vegan joint tests the waters in Eastown
by (Raheeq Al-Zaidan)
Submitted 04-26-2013 under NEWS
Late-night lurkers will have one less reason to feel guilty the morning after. A group of dedicated, beer-loving foodies are opening a vegan joint and holding a trial run this Saturday from 10:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. in Eastown. This is the Year...
Poet and Author Herbert Woodward Martin at Aquinas College
by (AQContemporaryW...)
Submitted 04-08-2013 under NONPROFITS
The Aquinas College Contemporary Writers Series will host Herbert Woodward Martin on Tuesday, April l9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Wege Center Ballroom at Aquinas College. Herbert Woodward Martin has a special connection with Grand Rapids. He...
Eastown Antiques to match customer donations to Feeding America West Michigan
by (Feeding America...)
Submitted 03-28-2013 under NONPROFITS
From April 1-14, customers at Eastown Antiques in Grand Rapids will have the opportunity to round up their bills for Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank. Every dollar will be doubled because Eastown Antiques has committed to matching up to $500...
Eastown Community Association hosts pancake breakfast
by (Brittany Beezhold)
Submitted 02-14-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
The smell of sausage, maple syrup and warm pancakes rose as cold air swirled outside. The sound of friendly chatter was met with warm smiles. On Saturday, Feb. 9, the Eastown Community Association (ECA) hosted its annual meeting and pancake...
Connie's Cakes opens Eastown location
by (Brittany Beezhold)
Submitted 02-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Miniature cupcakes lined platters in shades of pink, cream, and mocha. Chocolate, vanilla, raspberry and caramel delighted the taste buds of the crowds gathered for the grand opening of Connie’s Cakes in its new Eastown location. Although...
Wege Foundation to double gifts through Dec. 21
by (wealthytheatre)
Submitted 12-17-2012 under NONPROFITS
The Wege Foundation has generously offered to double contributions to the Wealthy Theatre Sustainability Campaign, through Dec. 21, putting the remaining $80,000 to be raised, within reach; giving the landmark venue a chance to remain viable,...