What's on Tap: June 26-29
Submitted 06-26-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Tired of the rain pouring? Head to your favorite brewpub to see what they're pouring instead.
Creston neighbors meet to discuss Grand Rapids's lack of pet ordinance
Submitted 06-25-2014 under NEWS
Creston neighbors bothered by the presence of nearly 40 dogs on one property met to discuss the need for a pet ordinance in the city.
GVSU Student Seeks to Raise $39,000 for Kids Over Summer Break
Submitted 06-25-2014 under NONPROFITS
Megan Cloutier launches campaign to raise funds for KIDS HOPE USA, a mentoring organization with 71 programs in Kent County.
Downtown art venues showcase Michigan's midcentury modern design
Submitted 06-25-2014 under NEWS
The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, Grand Rapids Art Museum and Kendall College of Art and Design are offering exhibitions centered on the influence of this iconic design period this summer.
Elk Brewing envisions future as go-to neighborhood brewpub
Submitted 06-25-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Eric Karns is the owner and brewmaster of newly opened Elk Brewing. He talks about his hopes for the brewery and doing what he loves: brewing beer.
BeerCity, USA welcomes homebrewers from across country for annual conference
Submitted 06-25-2014 under NEWS
This month, various members of the American Homebrewer’s Association and homebrewing vendors came together to share recipes, tips, samples and helpful products to brew what they love to brew: beer.
Something for everyone at Dominican Center in July
Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS
There is a wide range of evening programs being offered in early July at Dominican Center - something for everyone.
Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part One
Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS
As the newly selected police transitions into his role, CNA outlines the ten principles of community policing.
John Ball Zoo unveils new tiger exhibit
Submitted 06-24-2014 under NEWS
This summer, visitors to the John Ball Zoo will have the chance to view a tiger exhibit for the first time since 2009.
Citizen foresters cultivate young trees, new skills at Martin Luther King Park
Submitted 06-24-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
On June 17 Friends of Grand Rapids Parks, a local nonprofit, engaged local community in forestry training. It's a part of their Urban Forest Project, an initiative partnered by the city of Grand Rapids.