Urban Roots to host open house
Submitted 08-11-2015 under NEWS
The open house will be held on August 19 in Urban Roots' new workshop space behind the former McDonalds at 1059 Wealthy SE.
OKT to host Aug. 12 event, "Let's talk Food Security & Sovereignty" with special guest Mike Cohen
Submitted 08-10-2015 under NONPROFITS
Farmer and ecologist, Mark Cohen, an organic certifier and Bionutrient Food Association (BFA) chapter leader speaks 6:30 p.m. Aug. 12, Garfield Park Lodge, 334 Burton SE 49507.
Terra GR teams up with Food Bank to fight hunger during Restaurant Week
Submitted 08-10-2015 under NONPROFITS
Eastown's farm-to-table restaurant is offering diners a chance to sample West Michigan's best locally sourced food while sending meals to their neighbors in need.
140-year-old West Side home to be demolished
Submitted 08-07-2015 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Mayor ok's demolition of Historic West Side Home after preliminary findings recommend preserving the home.
Collaboration at its freshest
Submitted 08-07-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
No fronts, no frills. Join CVLT Pizza, Bartertown Diner and Green Wagon Farm for a collaborative on-farm feast Friday, August 14.
In Season: August 8, 2015
Submitted 08-07-2015 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
UICA to evoke sensory responses of seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling art with seventh ArtPrize exhibit
Submitted 08-06-2015 under NEWS
The public will have an exclusive opportunity to preview the exhibit on September 12 at OddBall, UICA's ArtPrize celebration and annual fundraiser.
Southeast Area Farmers' Market launches bulk foods buying club
Submitted 08-06-2015 under NONPROFITS
The Southeast Area Farmers’ Market patrons can now purchase bulk whole foods. Bridge cards welcome.
High school student college program might not be Bound Upward
Submitted 08-05-2015 under OPINION
Grand Rapids' chapter of the Grand Valley-based Upward Bound program is not as effective as it could be, and some ways positive change is possible.
Civic Theatre's summer program showcases young talent
Submitted 08-04-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
The Grand Rapids Civic Theatre's Summer Repertory Theatre program helps its students grow and discover new passions.