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24 hour coffee house serves spicy drinks, cultural food

Submitted 05-06-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Mayan Buzz Cafe is showcasing tastes of Central America through sandwiches, tea and coffee, all the while emphasizing the value of the city's youth.

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Downtown outdoor market opens in Grand Rapids for 2014 season

Submitted 05-06-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

We launched our second season of our outdoor market this past Saturday at the Downtown Market. The number of farmers and fresh food options is expected to swell in coming weeks, with more than 50 total vendors participating.

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Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. hints at Movies in the Park lineup

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NEWS

Movies in the Park continues into its second season, kicks off with teaser video featuring local celebs.

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TEDxGrandRapids to be held at Grand Rapids Civic Theater

Submitted 05-05-2014 under NEWS

On Wednesday, May 7, TEDxGrandRapids will host its fifth annual conference with speakers ranging from a freelance journalist who writes about cocktails, spirits and bars to the founder of TED, all on the topic of "What's Connected?"

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Love shouldn't hurt

Submitted 05-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

Safe Haven Ministries' Running for Jenny races to the finish line of ending domestic abuse by participating in the 2014 Fifth Third River Bank Run

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What's On Tap: May 1-6

Submitted 05-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Fresh, spring brews calling your name? See what your favorite local pub is pouring this weekend.

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Local heroes to be honored at annual Hometown Heroes Celebration

Submitted 04-30-2014 under NEWS

This Thursday, May 1, the American Red Cross West Michigan Region will recognize the volunteerism and civic investment of Grand Rapids' most dedicated volunteers, organizations and community members. The annual Hometown Heroes Celebration will begins at 6 p.m. in DeVos Place's Steelcase Ballroom.

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Spring into First Fridays

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Art galleries, shops and restaurants invite you to see local artwork, check out the latest handmade goods and partake in awesome drink specials.

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Townsend receives generous assistance following Rapidian article

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

A follow up with John Townsend reveals that he received some generous donations and discounted price on vehicle maintenance.

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Roberta F. King shares story of son's life in "He Plays a Harp"

Submitted 04-29-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

After four years of work, Roberta F. King's memoir, "He Plays a Harp" will be released May 11. The memoir focuses on her son, Noah, and themes of life, death, disability, grief and moving on.

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