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Vendor Spotlight: Taylor Bultema

Submitted 07-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

A spectrum of expressive colors bleed into one another, varying in tone and vibrancy. Find out more about these abstract compositions, an interdisciplinary art education, and what’s playing on Taylor’s iPod

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Local campaign seeks to ban use of wild animals in entertainment

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NEWS

Jon Dunn and Kolene Allen are petitioning Grand Rapids and Walker city governments to disallow use of wild animals in circuses and traveling shows.

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Movies in the Park to screen Dreamgirls

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NEWS

Dreamgirls sets the sixties theme movie for the night at Ah-Nab-Awen Park along with The Rapidian Story Matters team, who will be on site to capture individual stories.

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GRAM on the Green to rock terrace Thursday nights

Submitted 07-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Art Museum will celebrate with free music, zumba and games for a family friendly atmosphere.

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What's on Tap: July 3-9

Submitted 07-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Celebrate your independence with an ice cold pour from your favorite local brewpub.

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Pet ownership limit law proposes wrong answer

Submitted 07-03-2014 under OPINION

Grand Rapids would be better served to pass a comprehensive set of animal care and control regulations that would give animal control officers and law enforcement the tools necessary to appropriately prosecute those that fail to provide proper care for the animals in their possession.

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Vendor Spotlight: Rose Beerhorst

Submitted 07-02-2014 under NONPROFITS

Tastefully bold patterns and colorful folk style. Rose talks about her handmade rugs, managing her small business, and favorite Grand Rapids restaurant

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Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition's prepares for city certification

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NEWS

Executive Director Tom Tilma talks about creating longevity for the Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition, and how they are helping to create a cyclist friendly community.

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Celebrate Independence Day downtown

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids' Independence Day celebration at Ah-Nab-Awen Park will cover two days this year.

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Downtown Market open for holiday weekend

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

The Outdoor Market will be open all three days this 4th of July holiday week: Tuesday (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.); Thursday (4 p.m. – 7 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m.-2 p.m.). The indoor market hall will be open regular hours all weekend, including 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Friday, July 4.

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