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Schmohz Brewery engineers beer, fun, community

Submitted 10-14-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Built and equipped to produce large quantities, Schmohz Brewery employs a model tailored for distribution. But their reach doesn't interfere with their passion for the local community.

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ArtPrize 2013: Brad Fritcher + Trois, Modern Pioneers

Submitted 10-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

With their win in the jazz category at St Cecelia Music Center, Brad Fritcher + Trois allow themselves little time to celebrate.

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Ferret shelter finds new homes for abandoned pets

Submitted 10-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids resident Dee Gage operates a specialized shelter designed to re-home ferrets and educate owners.

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Founders to kick off 10th annual harvest party

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.

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What's On Tap: October 10-16

Submitted 10-09-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

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.

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Volunteers come together to make orchard reality

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.

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Brewery Vivant celebrates fall with different style of brewing

Submitted 10-08-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Beer enthusiasts and their friends and families attending the Wood-Aged Beer Festival on Saturday, October 5 were able to try one-of-a-kind, limited wood-aged beers. Attendees socialized with one another and shared their stories at The Rapidian's story fort.

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Harmony Brewing Co. cultivates city culture through beer, conversation, innovation

Submitted 10-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The brewery aims to be a spot where members of the neighborhood can come meet with their friends, drink atypical brews and generate ideas.

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GrandCon's inaugural year draws large crowds

Submitted 10-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The first year of GrandCon brought in unexpected attendance, donated to charity and allowed for one on one experiences with legends in the comic and game industry.

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ArtPrize 2013: Cooperfly Puppet Troup improvs their way through 'the ArtPrize conversation'

Submitted 10-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Puppeting is more than just an interest for Kevin Kammeraad and Justin Haveman

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