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Rumour has it (and learns from it) in Pigeon Creek Shakespeare's "School for Scandal"

Submitted 06-19-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

The Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company presents Richard Sheridan’s “School for Scandal” at the Dog Story Theater (7 Jefferson SE in Grand Rapids) June 24 and 25 at 8 p.m. and June 26 at 3 p.m.

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In Season: June 18, 2016

Submitted 06-15-2016 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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Free meals for Grand Rapids' youth this summer

Submitted 06-14-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS

All Grand Rapids youth 18 and under may access free breakfast and lunch at several locations, with no registration or papers necessary. Families are encouraged to text FOODMI to 877-877 for information about locations nearest them, meal types, times and directions.

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Movie Review: "The Lobster" at the UICA

Submitted 06-14-2016 under OPINION

The UICA is proud to partner with The Rapidian on a new monthly column to keep you up-to-date about the films we're bringing to our community. This month, Nick Hartman, UICA Film Coordinator reviews "The Lobster."

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Four local chefs to compete for title, bragging rights

Submitted 06-14-2016 under NONPROFITS

On June 24, from 7-10 p.m., the Grand Rapids Downtown Market will host their first-ever “Market Masters presented by KitchenAid,” an Iron Chef-style competition pitting four teams of Downtown Market chefs and sous chefs against each other.

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Interfaith and Interwoven: Knitting for peace, justice and healing

Submitted 06-14-2016 under NEWS

Local church in Grand Rapids launches Interfaith & Interwoven semi-monthly series for second summer to promote fellowship and understanding. The next gathering is at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2016.

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Oklahoman veteran finds wheelchair in West Michigan

Submitted 06-10-2016 under NEWS

After searching everywhere for help purchasing a new power chair, a disabled veteran discovers Alternatives in Motion - a nonprofit with the chair he needs.

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In Season: June 11, 2016

Submitted 06-10-2016 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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"America's Diplomats," a documentary screening narrated by Kathleen Turner, to be shown at Gerald R. Ford Museum

Submitted 06-09-2016 under NONPROFITS

Free, public reception following film honoring local diplomats in the West Michigan community

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Catalyst Radio: Thrive Refugee Support program to open new center

Submitted 06-08-2016 under NEWS

Michele Fife sits down with Dr. Jessica Gladden and Allison Loraine from Thrive Refugee Support Program as it opens a new Refugee Support Center in Kentwood.

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