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The Pickle Club sets up camp in East Hills

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

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.

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Well House community garden to give access to fresh produce in food desert

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

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.

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Vuela Grito; Picardo celebrates 25 years of art

Submitted 08-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Artist Erick Picardo celebrates his 25th anniversary as a career artist

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GR Makers, Mutually Human Software create space for hardware, software innovation

Submitted 08-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Two workspaces in Grand Rapids have teamed up to create a space that provides entrepreneurs access to tools and other professionals to produce innovative products.

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Shop Seasonally: melons come to market

Submitted 08-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Berries are back, with late raspberries and blackberries now available. Summer squash and zucchini are still abundant, as are tomatoes, including heirloom varieties.

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Event Coordinator balances hospitality, leadership for "24/7" job

Submitted 08-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Jamie Carnes shares her story of becoming a wedding and event coordinator along with the responsibilities that come with such a career.

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Woodbridge Dairy protects environment, practices principled farming

Submitted 08-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

John and Karin Uebbing utilize organic methods and effective waste-runoff system to produce grass fed beef, pork and poultry. Their meat is available at the Fulton Street Farmers Market.

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Your story matters

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Before the Anchorman movie in the park in Ah Nab Awen, The Rapidian will be hosting a storytelling booth and potluck/picnic and handing out "This Place Matters" flags. Tell your story and share the love.

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Tell us your story

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

We all have a story to tell. We all have aspirations. Regardless of where we start in life, we all deserve the opportunity to unlock our full potential. Project Story seeks to explore global aspirations for freedom, family, hope, and reward. Listen to our stories. Tell us your story.

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Foraging Grand Rapids: Purslane

Submitted 08-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Purslane is free, edible, healthy and available right now here in West Michigan.

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