In Season: June 18, 2016
Submitted 06-15-2016 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
Free meals for Grand Rapids' youth this summer
Submitted 06-14-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
All Grand Rapids youth 18 and under may access free breakfast and lunch at several locations, with no registration or papers necessary. Families are encouraged to text FOODMI to 877-877 for information about locations nearest them, meal types, times and directions.
Movie Review: "The Lobster" at the UICA
Submitted 06-14-2016 under OPINION
The UICA is proud to partner with The Rapidian on a new monthly column to keep you up-to-date about the films we're bringing to our community. This month, Nick Hartman, UICA Film Coordinator reviews "The Lobster."
Tree canopy report outlines success, offers recommendations
Submitted 06-14-2016 under NONPROFITS
The Grand Rapids Urban Forest Project assessed the canopy cover, tree health, tree planting and community engagement in Grand Rapids at 73 percent.
Four local chefs to compete for title, bragging rights
Submitted 06-14-2016 under NONPROFITS
On June 24, from 7-10 p.m., the Grand Rapids Downtown Market will host their first-ever “Market Masters presented by KitchenAid,” an Iron Chef-style competition pitting four teams of Downtown Market chefs and sous chefs against each other.
Interfaith and Interwoven: Knitting for peace, justice and healing
Submitted 06-14-2016 under NEWS
Local church in Grand Rapids launches Interfaith & Interwoven semi-monthly series for second summer to promote fellowship and understanding. The next gathering is at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2016.
Oklahoman veteran finds wheelchair in West Michigan
Submitted 06-10-2016 under NEWS
After searching everywhere for help purchasing a new power chair, a disabled veteran discovers Alternatives in Motion - a nonprofit with the chair he needs.
"There's just not enough love in the world"
Submitted 06-10-2016 under OPINION
Miss Brenda shares her happy smile with every passing car as she guards her crossing. She'll return in the fall once again.
In Season: June 11, 2016
Submitted 06-10-2016 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
"America's Diplomats," a documentary screening narrated by Kathleen Turner, to be shown at Gerald R. Ford Museum
Submitted 06-09-2016 under NONPROFITS
Free, public reception following film honoring local diplomats in the West Michigan community