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Slow it down, soak it in: Urban stormwater in Plaster Creek

Submitted 07-22-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Changing the methods of dealing with storm water is key to a long and arduous restoration of the Plaster Creek watershed. Raising community awareness about alternate ways to capture storm water is essential.

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Movies in the Park to show The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Submitted 07-22-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

DGRI presents its fourth installment of Movies in the Park featuring the 70's cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

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Giant chess board engages public space in play

Submitted 07-22-2014 under NEWS

Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. has set up a giant chess board outside of the GRAM for public use.

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Sweetie-licious expands pie passion to East Grand Rapids location

Submitted 07-22-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Linda Hundt, owner of Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe, is opening a third location in Gaslight Village in East Grand Rapids, joining Mary Ann's Chocolates.

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Cupcake shop opens brick and mortar across from Pew Campus

Submitted 07-22-2014 under NEWS

Located in the Southwest Area Neighborhood, Scrumptious Cupcakes and Sweetery specializes in gourmet cupcakes offering a unique variety of flavors.

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Grand Rapids Brewing Company boasts only certified organic beer in Michigan

Submitted 07-22-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

More than a year after their opening, Grand Rapids Brewing Company maintains its title as the only certified organic brewery in Michigan and the Midwest.

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May Erlewine - "I Do Not Know"

Submitted 07-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

May Erlewine plays "I Do Not Know" for WYCE, a song off of her brand new album, Where We Are.

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Story Matters: Megan Clawson shares what it's like to move to Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

Megan Clawson and her husband chose to move to Grand Rapids out of anywhere else in the state. She shares what she's noticed about joining a new community- including a noticeable pride in products made in Michigan.

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Catalyst Radio: Disability Advocates hosting downtown celebration Tues. for ADA anniversary

Submitted 07-21-2014 under NEWS

DAKC celebrates the 24th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities civil rights act, but continues the social justice work for the disabled community as part of the services provided by the organization.

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Eastgate neighborhood heats up with August summer events

Submitted 07-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The annual pig roast is just one of many fun summer activities taking place in Eastgate

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