Catalyst Radio: Rapidian interns get real-world journalism experience
Submitted 08-17-2012 under NEWS
Three interns share their experience in working with The Rapidian.
Learning how to cook healthy, local with Grand Rapids Cooking School
Submitted 08-17-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Attendees of the class learned how to make a delicious three course meal from scratch using local food. The class is a low stress atmosphere where participants can get their hands dirty making the dishes at Uptown Kitchen.
Steeplefest to take over Stocking and Fifth this Saturday
Submitted 08-17-2012 under NEWS
Steeplefest is a free family friendly event hosted by Steepletown Neighborhood Services, and gives a chance for visitors to eat and dance in the middle of Stocking Ave.
Kids Food Basket expands its efforts
Submitted 08-16-2012 under NONPROFITS
Kids Food Basket, a nonprofit for over 10 years in Grand Rapids, expands to ensure lunch is not the last meal of the day for children in Muskegon County.
Why I'm taking the Eat Local Challenge
Submitted 08-15-2012 under VOICES
For me, eating local is not just a trendy thing to do -- it's the right thing to do. Here's why.
Brewery Vivant announces collaboration with New Belgium Brewing Co
Submitted 08-15-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Brewery Vivant is now collaborating with the third largest craft brewer in America, releasing the first collaborative brew Aug 27.
Local First kicks off Eat Local Challenge, reporters to share experiences
Submitted 08-15-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Local First is encouraging Grand Rapidians to take the 10x10 Pledge. Rapidian reporters are invited to add their experiences and could win a pair of tickets to Fork Fest for their contributions.
First festival of its kind to jazz up West Michigan on August 18
Submitted 08-14-2012 under NEWS
The free jazz festival will be taking over Rosa Parks Circle at noon on Saturday and will include a diverse lineup of local performers.
Uncle Jesse sets the record straight on dubstep
Submitted 08-14-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Dubstep producer Uncle Jesse talks about his inspiration for making music, genre constraints and why people need to shut up and enjoy the music. Uncle Jesse will be playing at City Lights Music Festival, at Calder Plaza August 17-18.