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Shawnee Park CRC integrates students into leadership

Submitted 10-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Four years ago, Shawnee Park Christian Reformed Church did not have a single college student involved in its ministries. Now, on any given Sunday, 40 to 60 students attend the church. More than a dozen serve in ministries, and one student even...

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BaCon to bring local restaurants, breweries together to celebrate America's favorite breakfast meat

Submitted 10-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

BaCon, no, not "bacon," BaCon, will give attendees the chance to sample a variety of dishes from local restaurants starring the ever-popular breakfast meat. On Saturday, November 2 from 3-8 p.m., DeltaPlex Arena and Conference Center will...

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What's On Tap: October 24-31

Submitted 10-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Brewery Vivant Farmhand, Rustic Farmhouse Style Ale Triomphe, Belgian IPA Big Red Coq, Belgian Red Ale with citra hops The Lost Gasket Spelt IPA, earthy malt and piney hops BlackHand, Black Session Ale Perdition, Black Belgian Style Ale Over The...

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Sietsema Orchards welcomes this year's harvest with variety, heirloom apples, success

Submitted 10-23-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Last year was rough for the Michigan apple business. Many places lost entire crops because of the harsh weather conditions in late Spring. Unseasonably warm weather in early March of 2012 followed by extremely cold freezes just a week later left...

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The Hideout Brewing Company marries prohibition-era Michigan with off-beat brews

Submitted 10-23-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Hideout Brewing Company's name and theme might be just a little too apropos of the 1920s prohibition-era breweries that inspire them. Located in a residential area off of Plainfield Avenue, the brewery is rather challenging to find. However...

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Fork Fest to celebrate local food and business

Submitted 10-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On October 24 over 40 local farmers, brewers, restaurateurs and other food producers will arrive at Romence Gardens & Greenhouses for Local First's 3rd annual Fork Fest.     "All the businesses will have samples," says...

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Second Annual Write Michigan short story contest now open

Submitted 10-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

In an effort to find the next great short story, Kent District Library has teamed up with Schuler Books & Music, Pooh’s Corner and Capital Area District Libraries to offer the Second Annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest which is open...

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Coffee With Creators offers discussion about local business, technology

Submitted 10-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Every Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. local members of business, technology and design meet at The Factory to discuss their trade. Kate Hunt, the coLearning Project Coordinator of The Factory, wants people to know they are invited. "Coffee with...

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What's On Tap: October 17-23

Submitted 10-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Brewery Vivant Farmhand, Rustic Farmhouse Style Ale Triomphe, Belgian IPA Big Red Coq, Belgian Red Ale with citra hops Sgt. Peppercorn, Belgian Rye dry spiced with green peppercorns BlackHand, Black Session Ale Perdition, Black Belgian Style Ale...

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The Meanwhile bar to celebrate 6th year

Submitted 10-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

"We have a tradition, every year we have a big anniversary party and we run all of our ridiculous specials. All our drinks are crazy cheap and we buy a whole bunch of food from a local restaurant in the neighborhood--we just have a huge party,...

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