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Con Artist Crew to host Start Garden experiment at "We Own The Night"

Submitted 03-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Con Artist Crew's 2nd annual "We Own the Night" will be doubling as a test for their Start Garden hypothesis, which includes an integration of their mobile web app. They have also started an Indiegogo project for an art trip to Guadalajara, Mexico.

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Join the 25th birthday party of the Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council

Submitted 03-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

The GGRWHC celebrates its 25th anniversary Thursday with a party at the Women's City Club. In 1988, the founders recognized the need to research and document contributions of local women who helped build our community.

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Community radio draws to end of drive for community support

Submitted 03-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The greatest little radio station on the planet is having a fund raiser, and it ends today. 88.1 FM supports local musicians, is volunteer-powered, listener sponsored, community radio.

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Young journalists honor Andy Angelo legacy

Submitted 03-22-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Andy Angelo Press Club shares what they've learned about the man who inspired their new name.

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Issue Press: Independent publishing house issues Risograph prints

Submitted 03-22-2013 under OPINION

Grand Rapids based Issue Press publishes limited edition books and prints specialized by the Risograph method

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New literary nonprofit works to support writers in Grand Rapids

Submitted 03-21-2013 under NONPROFITS

Great Lakes Commonwealth of Letters is a new literary nonprofit in Grand Rapids with big ambitions.

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Taqueria Tacos El Cuñado serves authentic Mexican food, plans expansion

Submitted 03-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Local taco restaurant in the Roosevelt Park neighborhood serves authentic Mexican fare including a wide array of specialty meats and fresh made toppings.

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WMI sits down with the awesome Kate Nash

Submitted 03-19-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI and The Crane Wives hang out with British singer/songwriter Kate Nash.

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Activists perform in That Takes Ovaries! this weekend

Submitted 03-19-2013 under NONPROFITS

GVSU Women's Center presents second annual performance of That Takes Ovaries! this weekend

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Ski racing grrl Emma Starner to compete in NASTAR Nationals

Submitted 03-19-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Emma Starner, a 7 year old Grand Rapidian will be competing in NASTAR ski racing in Aspen/Snowmass this week.

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