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Envisioning the future of Grand Rapids: how best to utilize downtown, riverfront

Submitted 07-01-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. along with the City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools have launched a comprehensive planning process to inform the direction of downtown and the riverfront.

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Craft House to host professional development workshop for artists

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NEWS

Craft House is offering artists a one day workshop to hone professional skills.

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RitaGirls' Boutique Bakery grows from bakery cart to brick and mortar

Submitted 07-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Micki Ackerman and her niece Maria Tornga bake cupcakes and custom cakes in downtown's MoDiv shops at Monroe Center and Division. They'll even deliver or cater your sweet treats.

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Treat yourself to free music, fresh air, fun this summer

Submitted 06-26-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Every weeknight all summer, there are multiple opportunities to listen to free music in the Grand Rapids area. Pack a picnic and head out to one of the many listed here.

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What's on Tap: June 26-29

Submitted 06-26-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Tired of the rain pouring? Head to your favorite brewpub to see what they're pouring instead.

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GVSU Student Seeks to Raise $39,000 for Kids Over Summer Break

Submitted 06-25-2014 under NONPROFITS

Megan Cloutier launches campaign to raise funds for KIDS HOPE USA, a mentoring organization with 71 programs in Kent County.

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Downtown art venues showcase Michigan's midcentury modern design

Submitted 06-25-2014 under NEWS

The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, Grand Rapids Art Museum and Kendall College of Art and Design are offering exhibitions centered on the influence of this iconic design period this summer.

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BeerCity, USA welcomes homebrewers from across country for annual conference

Submitted 06-25-2014 under NEWS

This month, various members of the American Homebrewer’s Association and homebrewing vendors came together to share recipes, tips, samples and helpful products to brew what they love to brew: beer.

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Clips Beer and Film Tour set to wheel through Grand Rapids for second year

Submitted 06-24-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

New Belgium Brewing Company is bringing its short film tour to Grand Rapids the second year in a row, ready to showcase film clips while celebrating craft beer and bicycling.

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Story Matters: Stephen Wright says local theatre gives us new perspectives

Submitted 06-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Stephen Wright's favorite things to do in Grand Rapids are watching theatre, and being a part of the theatre community. He recommends we all go digging to find the great things going on in theatre.

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