Submitted 07-14-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
The Grand Rapids community is known for all of its startups, entrepreneurs and impact investing. It's in our culture to give back- but how do we do it in a way that builds impact and legacy- now and in the future?
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Submitted 07-14-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
From harvesting in the greenhouse to hands-on cooking in the teaching kitchen, kids camps at the Downtown Market are designed to help young people learn where their food comes from and how to turn it into meals they love.
Submitted 07-14-2015 under NONPROFITS
A $50,000 grant from Grand Rapids Community Foundation will allow The Spoke Folks to hire a full-time staff member and double the amount of bikes repaired and sold in Grand Rapids.
If your child is new to playing sports, the game of soccer is a perfect sport to introduce them to. The Y's soccer leagues promote individual and teamwork skills that can be applied to many other endeavors throughout their life.
Submitted 07-13-2015 under NONPROFITS
Monday, July 13 brought another edition of "City Connection," where Mayor Heartwell sits down to answer citizen questions live on GRTV and live-streaming on The Rapidian.
Submitted 07-11-2015 under OPINION
The Grandwich reviewers take on eight more sandwiches and have their faith restored. With a better selection overall, San Chez came out on top.
Submitted 07-11-2015 under NONPROFITS
It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade and a lot of things have changed for her.... Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal", and first grade has never been more exciting.
Submitted 07-10-2015 under OPINION
The Rapidian’s crack team of expert food critics venture into the second day of tasting all 2015 Grandwich entries, with overall disappointment, a newfound fear of eggs and plenty of soapboxing.
Submitted 07-10-2015 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
Submitted 07-09-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
David Wenzel is asking for funds to help him take eight months to write his memoir, "Thank You, Kung Fu." The Kickstarter campaign ends on July 26, with a goal of raising $40,000.
