Grand Rapids restaurants give back during Dining Out for Life fundraiser
Submitted 04-23-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Grand Rapids joins more than 55 cities throughout the U.S. and Canada in Dining Out For Life® event.
Baxter Greenhouse Initiative: Growing more than greens
Submitted 04-22-2012 under NEWS
Baxter Community Center is opening its first ever greenhouse for the growing season. Through the Greenhouse Initiative, they're raising awareness about urban agriculture and educating the community about gardening and nutrition.
Comparing the gyros of Grand Rapids
Submitted 04-22-2012 under OPINION
I taste test the Gyros made by six local pita places.
In praise of story
Submitted 04-20-2012 under NEWS
Local author Gary Schmidt inaugurates national literature festival.
TEAMwork 2.0! Another night of dance and drag for human rights
Submitted 04-20-2012 under NONPROFITS
The Tolerance, Equality, and Awareness Movement (TEAM), a 501(c)(3) human rights organization, is holding its 2nd fundraiser with The Pyramid Scheme on May 17, 2012 from 7:30pm to 2:00am, featuring Jesse Fick, BangCrush, Seng, Bermudas, DJ DigiMark, and a Drag Show.
The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates Earth Day
Submitted 04-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
The Grand Rapids Children Museum helps families learn about Earth Day together while having fun.
Catalyst Radio: Holistic Moms Network connecting parents embracing healthy ways of life
Submitted 04-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
A new Grand Rapids area chapter of HMN offers education and support for families who take a holistic approach to raising children.
Worship of words celebrated at Festival of Faith and Writing.
Submitted 04-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Calvin College hosts its popular biennial event "Festival of Faith and Writing" this weekend. Thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors and speakers make the festival a significant forum for discussion and education.
Join us in supporting The Rapidian: fund drive kicks off Monday
Submitted 04-20-2012 under OPINION
Starting Monday, April 23, The Rapidian's first fund drive begins, asking members of the community to show support for their hyperlocal, citizen-powered news source.