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Building equity, opportunity in greater Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-10-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

The final draft of the GR Forward plan will be presented to the Planning Commission on Thursday, November 12. The plan emphasizes racial equity and inclusive economic growth.

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Upscale taqueria expands love of local community in Heartside's newest addition

Submitted 11-03-2015 under NEWS

Mario Cascante, owner of the new Luna restaurant on Ionia, refuses to label ingredients as “local” on the menu. “We’re not trying to use it as a marketing ploy. We’re doing it because it’s the right thing.”

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Avenue for the Arts to celebrate emerging local artists in First Friday event

Submitted 11-03-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

November's First Friday event will showcase Kendall College students at Spiral Gallery on South Division.

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The University Wits to produce "Lucky Stiff"

Submitted 11-01-2015 under NONPROFITS

Lucky Stiff is a delightful musical comedy that is guaranteed fun for all. With fast paced choreography, slapstick humor and high energy vocal performances, Lucky Stiff will take you on an exotic adventure through the south of France.

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Unopposed 1st Ward commissioner prepares to take office

Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS

1st Ward commissioner candidate Jon O'Connor has long been involved on the West Side, as a community leader, a school board member and a local business owner.

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GRAM brings retrospective of local art hero Reynold Weidenaar to community

Submitted 10-29-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Thirty years of his passing, one of the greatest artists Grand Rapids ever produced receives his first full scale retrospective now through January 17, at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

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New coffee shop ups brewing game

Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS

Jam N Bean, a new coffee shop on Ottawa, uses the innovative "Steampunk" machine and new brewing methods to give customers more options.

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Grand Rapids Public Library renews Day of the Dead tradition

Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS

October 30- November 1, the downtown branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library will be hosting the yearly Dia de los Muertos celebration to celebrate the lives of those who have died.

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Pinterest Night

Submitted 10-23-2015 under NONPROFITS

If you or your family are looking for something to keep you occupied indoors, try Pinterest Night.

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Local food panel discussion to follow vegan dinner

Submitted 10-20-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

[PANEL DISCUSSION CANCELLED] This Saturday, October 24, Bartertown Diner and CVLT Pizza team with The Brinery's fermented products for provide dinner.

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