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Local film production coordinator relishes role in company "family"

Submitted 03-17-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

[This story is the first in a series focusing on the Grand Rapids film scene and the upcoming Grand Rapids Film Festival]. When Frankie Bailey attended a friend’s bridal shower in August 2012, she wasn’t expecting to get a job. “...

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Horticulturist to teach small space growing methods

Submitted 03-14-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

On Saturday, Flowerland in Kentwood will host a free lecture and discussion with horticulturist Stacey Hirvela entitled "Edible Spots and Pots: Small-Space Gardens for Growing Vegetables and Herbs in Containers, Raised Beds and More" based...

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What's On Tap: March 13-19

Submitted 03-12-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

B.O.B.'s Brewery Blondie, golden ale Crimson King, amber ale Full On IPA, India pale ale London Calling, porter Calgacus, Scotch ale Robert The Barrel, bourbon barrel ale Spaceboy Stout, English oatmeal stout Hop Zeppelin Black IPA, Indian...

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1st Annual Fashion for Film Showcase Model Call

Submitted 03-11-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inquiries please contact: Jen Shaneberger [email protected] C: 616-717-004   MARCH 11, 2014 GRAND RAPIDS, MI--Calling all film and fashion gurus! The Grand Rapids Film Festival team is looking for models to be...

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Founders Brewing to celebrate KBS release with week long celebration

Submitted 03-11-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

March 18 marks the beginning of Founders' KBS Week. Kegs of the renowned Kentucky Breakfast Stout (KBS) beer will be tapped at at least three local pubs each day Tuesday through Friday. The celebration week is capped with an all day KBS...

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Degage Ministries to celebrate 10 years of Open Door Women's Center with fundraiser

Submitted 03-11-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

On Thursday, March 13, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Degage Ministries will throw its “Open Door, Open Hearts” benefit for the Open Door Women's Center at the Celebration Cinema Wave Room (2121 Celebration Dr...

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Transgender advocate and actress Laverne Cox to speak at Grand Valley State University.

Submitted 03-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

On Tuesday March 18, from 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Grand Valley State University will welcome Laverne Cox to its downtown campus for “Ain't I a Woman: My Journey to Womanhood.”  In her speech, Cox will discuss how the intersections...

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NPR Special Correspondent to speak on the conversation of race

Submitted 03-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

On March 12, Special Correspondent for NPR and journalist Michele Norris will be speaking at Fountain Street Church for Grand Rapids Community College’s Diversity Lecture Series. Her lecture will be based off her book "The Grace of...

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Lebanese restaurateurs still thriving after 20 years in business

Submitted 03-07-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Since opening the doors to Osta's in 1993, John and Diane Aouad have grown with the community as a family. The Auoad family has become a Gaslight Village staple by bringing Lebanese cuisine to Grand Rapids. "The community is wonderful. The...

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Founders Brewing releases beer locator app

Submitted 03-07-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Founders Brewing Company released a new iPhone and Android compatible app that allows fans of the brewery to discover where they can find Founders beers for sale near them, right on their mobile devices. It also allows users to read thorough...

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