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Grand Rapids City Commission postpones vote on panhandling restrictions

Submitted 06-04-2014 under NEWS

Mayor George Heartwell and City Commissioners will come up with a two to three month process to improve proposed restrictions.

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American Red Cross volunteers & donors honored in "Sweet Celebration"

Submitted 06-04-2014 under NEWS

Ice Cream Social & Annual Meeting celebrates the critical work of local Red Cross volunteers & blood donors

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The Bandit Queen to provide taste of ramen at 11th annual Local First Street Party

Submitted 06-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

New local business, The Bandit Queen, will be providing East Asian cuisine at the 11th annual Local First Street Party on Saturday, June 7.

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Creperie opens in Downtown Market

Submitted 06-03-2014 under NEWS

The newest tenant to join Market Hall at the Downtown Market offers full menu of Mediterranean fare, specializes in crepes both savory and sweet.

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First Fridays to merge with The Market for summer months

Submitted 06-03-2014 under NONPROFITS

Showcasing local artists and businesses, this street market style event features the work of local artists and artisans, showcasing a wide selection of tasteful and fun handmade goods by some of Grand Rapids’ most talented creative doers.

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Lott3Metz architecture puts people first

Submitted 06-03-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Local architects Ted Lott and Greg Metz work to build community by transforming spaces into people centric places.

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Increased discussion of violence against women demands increased awareness of community resources

Submitted 05-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

Local resources available to victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault

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Learn some new ways to burn in the kitchen!

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

2nd Women of Color Convening, May 29, features Lila Cabbil, president emeritus of the Rosa Parks Institute, and cooking demo.

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New menswear shop opens in MoDiv

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Jeffrey George, a men's clothing boutique that opened up in the MoDiv building downtown, seeks to create a comfortable space for men to shop.

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Movies in the Park back for second year

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Movies in the Park will kick off season two with Raiders of the Lost Ark, activities and food vendors.

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