Grand Rapids
Community updates: Friday, Oct. 22
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-22-2021 under NEWS
City of Grand Rapids extends outdoor 'social zones' through Nov. 2022 Grand Rapids’ outdoor dining “social zones” will remain active through Nov. 1, 2022, after city commissioners unanimously approved their extension last...
What's at the Market: Saturday, October 23, 2021
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-22-2021 under NONPROFITS
Wow! Is it just us or did October fly by? Before you know it, the Market will be stocked with garland, turkeys, wreaths, winter squash, root vegetables and a plethora of handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for you to purchase for your loved ones this...
Community updates: Friday, Oct. 15
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-15-2021 under NEWS
Grand Rapids renames streets for Martin Luther King Jr., César Chávez Grand Rapids city commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved the renaming of two major city streets in honor of civil rights icons Martin Luther King Jr. and César E. Chávez....
What's at the Market: Saturday, October 16, 2021
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-15-2021 under NONPROFITS
It is hard to believe that we only have two more weeks of Main Season Market left! Although the produce options are sparce compared to the past few months, Autumn still provides our stalls with a variety of in-season produce such as brussels sprouts...
What's at the Market: Saturday, October 9, 2021
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-08-2021 under NONPROFITS
This time of year reminds us that change is inevitable, but can also be beautiful to witness. Embrace the changing of the seasons by checking out the Market to see what is growing in Michigan right now! Autumn still provides our stalls with a...
Community updates: Thursday, Oct. 7
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-07-2021 under NEWS
Grand Rapids' first outdoor 'gear library' opening this weekend Grand Rapids' first ever community library for outdoor gear is opening on Oct. 11, aiming to provide equitable access to outdoor adventure opportunities for local youth...
Community updates: Friday, Oct. 1
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-01-2021 under NEWS
Kent County Health Department offering COVID-19 vaccine boosters The Kent County Health Department (KCHD) is now offering booster shots of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to eligible people, it announced this week. Effective since Tuesday, the boosters...
What's at the Market: Saturday, October 2, 2021
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-01-2021 under NONPROFITS
The trees aren’t the only things that change color during the fall. The transition of the seasons paints the stalls with deep red, vibrant yellow, and warm orange hues! Pumpkins, gourds, and mums of all shapes, sizes, and shades fill the...
Community updates: Friday, Sept. 24
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 09-24-2021 under NEWS
Mayor’s Greening Initiative bringing 300 new trees to Burton Heights neighborhood The volunteer-led Mayor’s Greening Initiative in Grand Rapids is back next month to plant 250 new trees in the Burton Heights neighborhood, with an extra...
What's at the Market: Saturday, September 25, 2021
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 09-24-2021 under NONPROFITS
After a fun-filled summer, fall allows us the time to slow down, take a deep breath, and get cozy before the snow flies. It also provides the most beautiful array of red, yellow, and orange hues to the landscape and our plates! Pumpkins, gourds, and...