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Serenity Boutique showcases distinctive summer trends

Submitted 07-14-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Operating from the MoDiv in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Serenity Boutique has been providing a variety of women’s accessories. Eboné Farley and her family own Serenity Boutique, and they carefully select each item to be displayed in...

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Catalyst Radio: The University Wits highlights local works, with "In A Single Bound" beginning Thurs.

Submitted 07-14-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW Featured in this episode of Catalyst Radio is the local theatre group The University Wits. Formed by a team of Grand Valley State University grads who...

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Restaurant owner works to honor mother's legacy

Submitted 07-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Marie Catrib, founder of the popular East Hills restaurant of the same name, passed away just over a year ago, on June 5, 2013. Since then, her son Fouad Catrib has been the sole owner of the restaurant and has worked to uphold his mother's...

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What's on Tap: July 10-16

Submitted 07-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Brewery Vivant Farm Hand, French Farmhouse Ale Triomphe, Belgian IPA Big Red Coq, Red Belgo-American IPA Solitude, Belgian style Abbey ale Undertaker, Belgian style dark ale Wit, Belgian wit  FLY2COQ - Vivant Edition, Belgian inspired...

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More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies

Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Start Packing! Backpack & School Supply Drive Local businesses, churches, professional groups, and retirement homes invite their employees, members, and residents to purchase school supplies for children in need. The Marilyn J. Olson Guild at D....

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More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies

Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Start Packing! Backpack & School Supply Drive Local businesses, churches, professional groups, and retirement homes invite their employees, members, and residents to purchase school supplies for children in need. The Marilyn J. Olson Guild at D....

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GRAM on the Green to rock terrace Thursday nights

Submitted 07-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

In its sixth installment, GRAM on the Green is coming back to the downtown area on Thursday nights July 10- August 14. This free event is held on the museum terrace at the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) and Rosa Parks Circle right in front...

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What's on Tap: July 3-9

Submitted 07-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Brewery Vivant Farm Hand, French Farmhouse Ale Triomphe, Belgian IPA Big Red Coq, Red Belgo-American IPA Solitude, Belgian style Abbey ale Undertaker, Belgian style dark ale Wit, Belgian wit  FLY2COQ - Vivant Edition, Belgian inspired...

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Farm to Freezer

Submitted 07-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

It’s finally here! And you’re ready to preserve some of Michigan’s bounty, right? Some Michigan produce is super simple to preserve by just washing and freezing. A variety of Michigan fruits can be frozen for smoothies, snacks and...

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RitaGirls' Boutique Bakery grows from bakery cart to brick and mortar

Submitted 07-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

“I call our cupcakes the gateway drug,” says Micki Ackerman, co-founder of RitaGirls’ Boutique Bakery. She explains that many people discover their shop and come in for a cupcake or cookie and then become regular customers. During...

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