Local First
Lakeshore Fork Fest
by (PeopleFirstEconomy)
Submitted 08-30-2016 under
Raise your forks with us! Join Local First for an incredible evening featuring local restaurants, farms, grocers, bakeries, breweries, and more! The EventGuests will have the opportunity to sample the best that these food purveyors have to...Local First's 13th annual Street Party features mix of Michigan performance artists
by (PeopleFirstEconomy)
Submitted 04-18-2016 under NONPROFITS
Whether you like electronic, folk, hip hop, blues or indie, the Local First Street Party has you covered. This year's lineup highlights a varied spectrum of Michigan's talented musicians. Performances include headliner Joshua Davis...In Season: November 21, 2015
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-20-2015 under NONPROFITS
Just Arrived: Garland Wreaths Christmas Trees (Arriving Soon) Produce: Acorn Squash Apples (Multiple Varieties) Arugula Beets (Red, Golden, Candy Cane) Bok Choy Broccoli Brussel Sprouts Butternut Squash Cabbage (Regular, Purple) Carrots...In Season: October 24, 2015
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-21-2015 under NONPROFITS
Produce: Acorn Squash Apples (Multiple Varieties) Arugula Basil Beans Beets (Red, Golden, Candy Cane) Bok Choy Broccoli Brussel Sprouts Butternut Squash Cabbage (Regular, Purple) Carrots Cauliflower Celery Cilantro Dill Egg Plant Garlic Garlic...Local First Street Party to celebrate local businesses for 12th year Saturday
by (PeopleFirstEconomy)
Submitted 06-02-2015 under NEWS
Local First will hold their 12th annual Street Party, presented by Founders Brewing Company, on Saturday, June 6 outside Bistro Bella Vita from 3 p.m. to midnight. In addition to a long and varied music set, there will also be Founders beer, local...INsight Conference
by (svanderberg)
Submitted 02-23-2015 under
What is INsight? INsight is a fresh, interactive forum for entrepreneurs to network, exchange ideas, and speak candidly about business ownership and leadership at a personal and professional level. At INsight, you will experience entrepreneurs being...Growers' Fare
by (svanderberg)
Submitted 02-22-2015 under
Meet a farmer, find a share. Are you wondering where you're going to get your CSA (community supported agriculture) produce share this year? Or maybe you're new to CSA shares but you'd like to find out more! Join us at Growers' Fare...Growers' Fare
by (svanderberg)
Submitted 02-22-2015 under
Meet a farmer, find a share. Are you wondering where you're going to get your CSA (community supported agriculture) produce share this year? Or maybe you're new to CSA shares but you'd like to find out more! Join us at Growers' Fare...Discover six locally owned alternatives to Trader Joe's
by (wendypchef)
Submitted 02-12-2015 under OPINION
There is something really wrong with the idea of a national chain store opening being a sign of progress. Maybe we will really “hit it big” if a Cheesecake Factory opens downtown!) But that’s another story. In the meantime, I would...Fork Fest Dishes Up Fall Flavors
by (TSzakal)
Submitted 10-31-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The 4th Annual Fork Fest extravaganza took place recently on Grand Rapids’ northeast side. It was orchestrated by Local First and hosted by Romence Gardens, highlighting over 40 local farms, vendors and restaurants. The event...