Submitted 08-28-2013 under OPINION
There are no simple answers to food justice issues. I can understand spending $4.50 a day on food or spending $10 at the farmers market instead of the grocery store. But food deserts and cycles of poverty start getting fuzzy.
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Submitted 08-28-2013 under NEWS
The GRPD is inviting Rapidians to meet local officers and voice their opinions on public safety over coffee.
Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Calvin College biology professor Darren Proppe and a team of Calvin students spent the summer investigating the effects of human noise on songbirds
Submitted 08-27-2013 under NEWS
At Ah Nab Awen Park this past Friday, Schulte shared his stories and what he appreciates about Grand Rapids, and talks about how he compares this place to the other city he's lived in- Detroit.
Fall canning classes are being offered through The Canning Diva.
Lisa Rose Starner, author of "Grand Rapids Food: A Culinary Revolution" will be leading a community conversation on urban food innovation this Thursday at the downtown branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library
Submitted 08-27-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Grand Rapids native Jenny Bongiorno's passion for farming has taken her as far as Costa Rica and back. Her focus now is on improving community life in Grand Rapids through unique community gardens and energy efficient housing.
Sean Kenny, local artist and noise maker turns his private residence into an art emporium as an homage to Chicago's Dill Pickle Club of the early 20th century.
Well House's new community garden in the South East Community Association neighborhood, located on Sheldon Avenue and Pleasant Street, provides neighbors with access to healthy food alternatives.
Submitted 08-27-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS
Grand Rapids architect Mark Miller shares his recent experience in Traverse City. He talks tactical urbanism, waterfront activation and access and Friday night festivities.
