Independence in the kitchen: Q&A with food writer, researcher Ali Benjamin
Submitted 11-26-2012 under NONPROFITS
After speaking at Feeding America West Michigan's November luncheon, Ali Benjamin shares her thoughts on hunger, cooking from scratch, and the American food system.
Full Moon Supper Club reaches two year anniversary
Submitted 11-26-2012 under OPINION
I enjoy the offerings of Chef Tory O'Haire and his Full Moon Supper Club.
Jeffrey Lewis headlines Sunday DAAC event
Submitted 11-23-2012 under OPINION
Fans gather at the DAAC to see Ant-Folk hero Jeffrey Lewis perform.
Is your favorite restaurant really local?
Submitted 11-23-2012 under OPINION
Local food is on trend; but has it led to local-washing? Here's how you can tell.
Grand Rapids Urban League partners with DTE Energy to help residents save money on gas bills
Submitted 11-21-2012 under NEWS
The Grand Rapids Urban League will host an event to share energy saving program with their community.
West Michigan Jazz Society carries on mission of founding leaders
Submitted 11-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
The West Michigan Jazz Society carries on the mission of Betty Forrest and Jack Hoppus by preserving and promoting live jazz in West Michigan.
West Michigan Indie Podcast hangs out with Alexis & Tokyo Morose
Submitted 11-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
WMI dranks some Cherry Berry Thrilla at Founders with Alexi & Tokyo Morose
Tanglefoot artists share studios with community at 21st annual art sale
Submitted 11-20-2012 under OPINION
This weekend, six local artists invited the public into their studios. Visitors turned out in record numbers, and red dots and lines to make purchases were evidence of community support of artmaking happening at Tanglefoot Studios.
Grand Rapids Brewing Company to open its organic doors December 5
Submitted 11-20-2012 under NEWS
Named after a pre-Prohibition brewery in Grand Rapids, Mark Sellers' GRBC is set to open December 5 with organic beers and as strong of an attention to food as the microbrews.
Grand Valley student focuses on fashion and environment for senior thesis
Submitted 11-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Grand Valley senior, Alissa Krumlauf, weaves fashion and storm water in her thesis project, 'Fashion Meets the Storm (Water)'