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Blast of Beethoven kicks off Grand Rapids Symphony's exciting 2018-19 season

Submitted 09-04-2018 under NONPROFITS

Classical favorites played by world-class soloists, classic pop/rock, fabulous films with live music, and family friendly entertainment fill the Grand Rapids Symphony's 89th concert season

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Celebrate ten years of Meanwhile movies at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 09-04-2018 under NONPROFITS

The Meanwhile Film Series & Perrin Brewing Company present "The Big Lebowski" up on the big screen! Festivities begin Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in celebration of the 10-year anniversary for The Meanwhile Film Series.

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Grand Rapids Downtown Market celebrates fifth anniversary with community birthday party

Submitted 09-04-2018 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Downtown Market celebrates its fifth anniversary this week with four days of special deals and promotions leading up to a free fifth birthday party event to celebrate with the community on Saturday, September 8, 2018.

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Bridge Street Market, the new market for everyone

Submitted 09-04-2018 under OPINION

It's with great excitement to announce that the Bridge Street Market held its grand opening on Wednesday, August 29 in the Westside. The wait has been long for residents who witnessed the land remain abandoned after the Moctezuma store closed its doors.

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​Bridge Street Market, nuevo mercado para todos en la calle Bridge

Submitted 09-04-2018 under OPINION

Es con mucha emoción anunciar que el Bridge Street Market celebró su gran apertura el pasado miércoles 29 de agosto en el Oeste de Grand Rapids. Fue larga la espera para residentes quienes fueron testigos del terreno que se mantuvo abandonado después de que la tienda Moctezuma cerrara sus puertas.

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Baxter's Threads Sewing Class proudly presents fourth Biennial Quilt Show

Submitted 09-04-2018 under NONPROFITS

This year’s quilt show’s theme is “A Stitch in Time; Every Quilt Has a Story.” The quilt show is on Friday and Saturday, September 14 and 15, 2018 at the Baxter Community Center Gym from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: What to do about those who don't give enough?

Submitted 09-04-2018 under OPINION

... in order to survive and serve their mission [religious institutions] need to balance their income and expenses. ... [M]embers must help support the congregation .... What of members who say they can’t afford more than a nominal level of dues, yet they large houses or drive nice cars?

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ArtPrize 10: An appreciation from a non-artist perspective

Submitted 09-04-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

Maybe it's because I'm older and more introspective, but as I look forward to ArtPrize 10, I am reminded of how the beauty an artist creates can unify humanity in deeply profound ways.

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In Season: August 31, 2018

Submitted 08-31-2018 under NONPROFITS

Come stock up on locally grown, raised, and/or created products for your Labor Day weekend! We've got such a wonderful selection of vendors that will have more than what you need for your camping trip, family get together, or fun day with friends!

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Catalyst Radio: Rapidian Recap show covers politics, art, community news in August while looking ahead to fall

Submitted 08-31-2018 under NEWS

Although fall is around the corner, August was a busy month in Grand Rapids. Catch up on the latest local news and happenings in The Rapidian Recap show.

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