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Grand Caroling hits right note to rouse holiday spirit downtown

Submitted 12-01-2015 under OPINION

Local choral groups will lead community sing-alongs on the steps of Welsh Auditorium for the first three Fridays in December. The free public event promises to rekindle the spirit when downtown Grand Rapids was the retail hub of the city.

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"Coming Home" exhibition shared at UICA now through February

Submitted 12-01-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

The new series of exhibits features Michigan artists and themes of local platforms for creativity.

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Food Bank seeks 80,000 meals on #GivingTuesday

Submitted 11-30-2015 under NONPROFITS

Feeding America West Michigan hopes to raise $20,000 to support hunger relief in an online campaign.

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Cultured Love first business to "graduate" from Downtown Market Incubator Kitchen

Submitted 11-30-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

A local couple has developed their own small food business in response to their daughter's Lyme disease, with help from the Downtown Market's programs and food entrepreneur community.

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In Season: November 28, 2015

Submitted 11-25-2015 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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Heartside Gallery expands street team to include podcast, more art shows

Submitted 11-24-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

Heartside Gallery and Studio now offers online shopping, more art shows, a podcast and art making opportunities to grow support for local artists.

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Teen drop-in center to celebrate community involvement, youth helped with first GR Lip Sync Battle

Submitted 11-24-2015 under NEWS

In honor of their first anniversary, Headquarters (HQ) will be holding a lip sync battle at Celebration Cinema North, at Knapps Corner. The event, a fundraiser for the organization, includes emcee DJ Adrian Butler and "ringbeards" Beardcore and friends announcing contestants wrestling match style.

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Martha's Vineyard answers Midtown's call for more groceries

Submitted 11-24-2015 under NEWS

Martha's Vineyard has expanded yet again by removing the wall between Martha’s and its Pizza Shop next door. The expansion has created more space for traffic flow inside the popular market, but more importantly, it’s brought a wider grocery selection.

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Embellish Family in Chicago this Holiday Weekend

Submitted 11-23-2015 under NONPROFITS

Introducing Embellish to the community, including our history, outreach programs, personnel data, and an opportunity to see Embellish in concert on Friday, November 27th, in Chicago.

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In Season: November 21, 2015

Submitted 11-20-2015 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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