Submitted 04-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The YMCA's Veggie Van travels throughout Grand Rapids Monday through Friday and sets up at a number of locations for people who have limited access to fresh produce.
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Submitted 04-08-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
The Urban Mushroom is growing a hobby into a full offering of gourmet mushrooms through their CSA program and the farmers market. They also have sights set on creative non-edible uses for the magical mycelium.
Submitted 04-08-2014 under NEWS
John Townsend has been providing transportation for his neighbors to vital doctor's visits, pharmacy trips and to the grocery store. Now he needs a little help to continue helping others.
Community members are invited to help plant trees to increase the green canopy in Dickinson Buffer Park and decrease stormwater runoff.
Submitted 04-08-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Friends of GR Parks share their favorite parks to experience spring this year.
Submitted 04-07-2014 under OPINION
We all benefit from kindness. Let’s find a way to make all of our city a kinder place to live.
Submitted 04-07-2014 under NONPROFITS
"Over the last few months of planning Art.Downtown. conversations between artists and curators, curators and sites have been shaping the shows you will see on Friday, April 11th. We hope that visitors will see the benifit of discussion, planning and curiosity, as well as, jump into the dialogue."
Submitted 04-07-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The Grand Rapids Film Festival will be hosting a special event in order to honor and support the Special Olympics organization.
Tonight at 5 p.m., the mayor will be available to answer questions- live- from local citizens. The Rapidian's intern Hayley Gryzch asks about proposed parking meter changes to the downtown area. Ask your question here!
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