trees
East Hills urban canopy grows with 100 new trees
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 12-22-2015 under NEWS
The East Hills’ urban forest got a boost last week when the City of Grand Rapids planted 100 new trees in the area. The East Hills Council of Neighbors continues to work on their urban forest plan with the City of Grand Rapids. “...
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks reflects on success, welcomes new leader
by (Bill Kirk)
Submitted 12-22-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
In recent years, the City of Grand Rapids has experienced a period of growth and change not seen in decades. As our community continues to adapt and evolve, this process brings with it challenges, opportunities and progress. Thankfully, Grand Rapids...
Holographic sculpture uses unlikely materials for new purposes
by (averym92)
Submitted 10-06-2015 under NEWS
Robin Protz’s ArtPrize entry “Seasons,” on display at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, is a 3-D entry that depicts a tree in what Protz calls a “holographic sculpture.” If Protz’s name sounds familiar, this is...
Eastown's annual Picnic in the Park to plant 15 new trees
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 05-05-2015 under NEWS
The Eastown Community Association (ECA) is hosting its annual Picnic in the Park on Saturday, May 9 at Sigsbee Park. This year, they are starting off the day by partnering with Friends of Grand Rapids Parks to plant 15 trees...
Arbor Day roots extend to Michigan
by (FriendsofGRParks)
Submitted 04-21-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
In 2013, Friends of GR Parks was awarded the Excellence in Urban Forestry Award from the Arbor Day Foundation for the Grand Rapids Urban Forest Project. Celebrating Arbor Day in Grand Rapids is a great way to bring people back to why...
Celebrate NeighborWoods month with tree plantings
by (FriendsofGRParks)
Submitted 10-14-2014 under NONPROFITS
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks, with the help of the City of Grand Rapids and community partners, will celebrate NeighborWoods Month with tree plantings throughout our community. These events are part of several hundred re-greening efforts throughout...
Grand Rapids area breweries create tree-themed beer in support of urban forest
by (FriendsofGRParks)
Submitted 08-27-2014 under NONPROFITS
Starting on Friday, August 29, patrons can stop into any Grand Rapids area brewery (see full list at right) as well as local brewpubs The Meanwhile Bar, Green Well and Big Bob’s Pizza to order a tree inspired beer, where a portion of the sales...
Should we keep our trees?
by (FriendsofGRParks)
Submitted 07-03-2014 under NONPROFITS
Our community has set firm goals for tree canopy. Green Grand Rapids, the City’s Urban Forest Plan, Climate Resiliency Plan and the Sustainability Plan all highlight the City’s 40% tree canopy goal. It’s not just an arbitrary...
Orchards, edible parks, food forests increasingly popular in placemaking
by (FriendsofGRParks)
Submitted 02-18-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
The larger trend of edible parks and food forests being built across the country is the result of residents asking more from their community spaces and embracing public spaces. In Grand Rapids, we've worked with several groups and neighborhoods...
In Season: December 7, 2013
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 12-06-2013 under NONPROFITS
Just In at the Market: Wreaths & Garland Egg Nog Christmas Trees Get it Before It's Gone: Chestnuts Currently at the Market: Brussel Sprouts Turnips Sweet PotatoesWinter SquashPie...