Submitted 10-09-2013 under NONPROFITS
Crestwood Elementary students create birthday kits for families at Mel Trotter Ministries.
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Submitted 10-09-2013 under OPINION
Studies show city parks increase health, social connection, aid the environment and have positive impacts on the local economy. How does that play out in our local parks?
Submitted 10-09-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
This saturday Founders Brewery celebrates the 10th annual harvest party with a special new ale and live bands in the evening.
Visit these breweries in the next week to try some new brews. Don't miss the special events all through the week to support your local breweries.
Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS
Kent County Senior Millage Open House takes place Friday October 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m until 1:00 p.m. at Kentwood Christian Church. Stop by for a light lunch, door prizes and information on Senior Millage Services.
Submitted 10-08-2013 under OPINION
We cannot understand the importance of our parks if we don't understand their history. This article walks us through our city's first park and its humble beginnings to a growth of urban development leading to large city parks and ending with the affects on our green spaces caused by White Flight.
Submitted 10-08-2013 under NEWS
This Saturday, the kids day celebration in East Hills hosted by Congress Elementary School will include hula hooping, a bike parade, a fire truck and much more.
Submitted 10-08-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
This Saturday, an assortment of peach, apple and pear trees will be planted at a Grand Rapids park. The project, started by the neighborhood, stands for community progression, health and food security.
Fish Lads of Grand Rapids is planning to offer a dining menu in addition to fresh and smoked seafood.
The Southeast Area Farmer’s Market hosts its annual Greens Cook-off and Fried Green Tomato Festival from 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday October 12 at Gerald R Ford School, Madison Avenue just south of Franklin Street.
