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What's On Tap: October 24-31

Submitted 10-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Looking to try a new brew? Check out the list of what's on tap at your local breweries to find out where to go.

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You're invited! "Food Politics and the Food Justice Movement: Moving Forward"

Submitted 10-23-2013 under NONPROFITS

Free five week class that investigates the current food system and food policy, looks at responses around the country and discusses how West Michigan could respond locally.

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Ben Sollee - "Whole Lot To Give"

Submitted 10-23-2013 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Sietsema Orchards welcomes this year's harvest with variety, heirloom apples, success

Submitted 10-23-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

After losing crops in 2012, Sietsema Orchards makes 2013 a fruitful year with a combination of traditional and new.

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The Hideout Brewing Company marries prohibition-era Michigan with off-beat brews

Submitted 10-23-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Hiding out in a neighborhood just off of Plainfield Avenue, The Hideout Brewing Company offers 31 different brews on tap at a time. Their past year has been one of gaining momentum.

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For the least of us

Submitted 10-23-2013 under VOICES

In August of 2012, my wife and I found ourselves unable to pay for basic necessities. As a result, we discovered how local food pantries play a role in the lives of the needy.

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Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women recognizes outstanding women in business

Submitted 10-23-2013 under NONPROFITS

GROW recognized three business women for excellence in leadership, small business, and volunteer service.

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Fork Fest to celebrate local food and business

Submitted 10-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Local First brings local food producers together for a night of music and flavor.

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Help restore the tree canopy at Riverside Park

Submitted 10-22-2013 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Urban Forest Project is seeking volunteers to help plant trees at Riverside Park.

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Second attempt to raise money for Wyoming Public Schools to appear on November 5 ballot

Submitted 10-22-2013 under NEWS

Proposals One and Two in Wyoming seek to make basic upgrades and add a performing arts center.

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