Grand Rapids

At Westminster, Scott finds food, community, purpose

Submitted 06-22-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

For many, the Downtown Food Pantry at Westminster Presbyterian Church is a valuable resource. Here is the story of one of many they have helped.

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Southeast Area Farmers' Market opens July 1

Submitted 06-21-2017 under NONPROFITS

Southeast Area Farmers' Market meets 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at MLK Jr. Park from July 1 through Nov. 11.

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Stay sharp with summer book clubs

Submitted 06-21-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In an age of constant media and phone usage, it’s nice to get back to basics and flex your reading muscle.

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South Division: Past and present through the lens of art

Submitted 06-21-2017 under NONPROFITS

Tom Duimstra and Reb Roberts share their thoughts on the importance of public art and the artistic community in Grand Rapids.

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Eastown invites Grand Rapids to celebrate annual Bizarre Bazaar

Submitted 06-20-2017 under NONPROFITS

This year’s event will be held on Wealthy Street, in Eastown on June 24, 2017 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Bizarre Bazaar celebrates local craft persons, entertainment, food and the unique flavor of Eastown.

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My journey to creativity activist after leading workshops at Girls Rock Grand Rapids

Submitted 06-20-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS

I've written songs everyday since February 12 of this year for my "365 Day Songwriting Challenge" and have written over 1000 songs since 2014. Everyone is creative and if you learn to unblock your creativity, you, too, can enjoy a creative and fulfilling approach to life.

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