Culture

Downtown Market hosts Summer Sand Fest

Submitted 08-09-2016 under NONPROFITS

From August 19-21, 2016, professional sand carvers will create larger-than-life sand sculptures, there will be an amateur competition and kids will be encouraged to try their hand at sandcarving in a giant sand box.

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Terra GR puts hunger relief on menu for Restaurant Week

Submitted 08-09-2016 under NONPROFITS

The farm-to-table restaurant is donating four meals to Feeding America West Michigan for every special they serve.

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Group show at UICA features the work of seventeen artists from five states across the Midwest

Submitted 08-08-2016 under NONPROFITS

The public is invited to attend the exhibition opening on August 18, 2016 at UICA to get a first look at the works on view and have an opportunity to meet and mingle with several of the artists who will also attend.

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How to grow a rain garden in Grand Rapids to protect local watersheds

Submitted 08-08-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS

Local environmental group, the Plaster Creek Stewards from Calvin College detail how to install a native plant rain garden in one's yard or on the grounds of local schools, businesses or places of worship.

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In Season: August 6, 2016

Submitted 08-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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Wheelchair-donating nonprofit adds four board members

Submitted 08-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

These board members will enable Alternatives in Motion to continue offering mobility equipment and repair services to those who would otherwise be unable to afford them.

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