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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Pizza and a pint: I give The Mitten Brewing Company the once over

Submitted 11-17-2012 under OPINION

I attend the grand opening of The Mitten Brewing Company to evaluate their highly anticipated pizza offerings.

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Dance down the Signal Path

Submitted 11-15-2012 under OPINION

Denver based electro jam band is set to rock The Pyramid Scheme this Friday.

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Urgent need for Thanksgiving meals

Submitted 11-15-2012 under NONPROFITS

500 Kent County families are still waiting for a turkey and all of the fixings for a Thanksgiving meal. There is still time for you to help!

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Join Small Houses this Saturday at the DAAC

Submitted 11-09-2012 under OPINION

Small Houses hosts a CD release Party in celebration of their 7" Vinyl at the Grand Rapids non-profit venue the DAAC on Saturday the 10th.

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Vertigo A-Go-Go to rock downtown

Submitted 11-08-2012 under OPINION

Come celebrate local bands and music at Vertigo's fall event Vertigo A-Go-Go!

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