Dance to End Bullying August 22nd at The Pyramid Scheme
Submitted 08-16-2013 under NONPROFITS
End Bullying, Save Lives”, a Grand Rapids based non-profit dedicated to advocating for the victims of bullying and educating the public about its consequences, is holding an all-ages dance party on August 22 at the Pyramid Scheme
In Season: August 17, 2013
Submitted 08-16-2013 under NONPROFITS
As the summer heats up, Michigan's produce does too- Peppers, Tomatoes and Melons will accompany the warmer temps this week!
100% Homegrown program at Fulton Street Farmers Market celebrates 100% Farmer
Submitted 08-15-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Founded in 2010, the "100% Homegrown" program is the first to certify and recognize farmers that sell only what they grow themselves.
Local 5K run to raise awareness about health and fitness
Submitted 08-14-2013 under NEWS
The Grand Rapids African American Health Institute to host 5k run.
Don't mean a thing if it ain't got...
Submitted 08-14-2013 under OPINION
As a local event producer, I'd like to respond to the potential exit of swing dancing downtown.
Local author Jason Holton publishes first book with Chapbook Press
Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Holton has published his first book of poetry, "Eventually, All of Them Are Lost," and is working on a second collection of poetry as well as a novel.
Shop Seasonally: serving up spice with peppers and onions
Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
If your summer dinners are lacking spice, it won't be for long. Sweet and spicy peppers are now in season, as well as several varieties of onions and leeks.
Tiny Terrariums: Out of the Bottle workshop offered at UICA
Submitted 08-13-2013 under NEWS
UICA's Quirkshop Series focuses this week on hanging gardens called Kokedama. Workshops are August 14 and 15.
Mayor answers citizen concerns on about safety, streets, bicycles
Submitted 08-13-2013 under NONPROFITS
This Monday, Mayor George Heartwell answered citizen questions on City Connection, including a video question from Rapidian Reporter Loukas Peterson.