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Grand Rapids Learning Foundation to provide ACT prep courses this summer

Submitted 05-13-2015 under NONPROFITS

This summer, the Grand Rapids Learning Foundation will host ACT prep courses for students grades 8-12th. Courses will cover unique test characteristics and key strategies for effective test taking.

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New community garden available for residents in Garfield Parks Neighborhood

Submitted 05-12-2015 under NEWS

The GPNA is starting a new community garden at 1712 Madison Ave SE with local residents to provide local healthy food and build community

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Our place, your voices: Our democratic need for citizen journalists

Submitted 05-12-2015 under OPINION

The Rapidian’s model of citizen journalism means that all of us – not just those with money or influence – have a platform to share our stories and opinions with our community. We need all our voices if Grand Rapids is going to become the city we want it to be.

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Neighborhood Association to host annual plant, seed exchange

Submitted 05-12-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

The Midtown Neighborhood Association's 12th plant and seed exchange provides a way for residents to get to know their neighbors and learn about gardening from other community members.

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Palm oil plantations and deforestation; What we can do locally to help

Submitted 05-11-2015 under OPINION

It's not too late to help stop deforestation and prevent catastrophic global consequences.

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Calvin College hosts medical mission symposium

Submitted 05-11-2015 under NONPROFITS

Featuring local and internationally-renowned physicians, the symposium provides physicians and students with stories, tips and resources for practicing medicine internationally.

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Evita opens summer season at Circle Theatre with spectacularly entertaining performance

Submitted 05-09-2015 under OPINION

With a dazzling display of dancing, singing and great costumes, the actors and crew of "Evita" provide an entertaining and thought-provoking experience- but one that should be taken in with a critical eye on historical accuracy.

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In Season: May 9, 2015

Submitted 05-08-2015 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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Catalyst Radio: Child well-being, addressing poverty the focuses of community effort

Submitted 05-08-2015 under NEWS

Local social service organizations are using the PBS documentary “The Raising of America” to foster dialog and work for solutions to childhood poverty.

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Every Child Deserves Commendation: Comprehensive Therapy Center Celebrates Students at Annual Read to Me Tea

Submitted 05-07-2015 under NONPROFITS

Comprehensive Therapy Center’s Read To Me Tea, a celebration of artistry by children with special needs, gives every one of their students a chance to shine.

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