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Cruizin' the Calder to bring hot rods, people to Downtown Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The first annual Cruizin’ the Calder will feature more than 90 cars and fire safety information from the Grand Rapids Fire Department.

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Shop seasonally: fickle for pickles

Submitted 07-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

With so much variety at the market, you'll find what you're looking for, whether it's fruit, veggies or an afternoon out.

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After more than 60 years growing, Lindberg Blueberries stays sweet

Submitted 07-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Lindberg family centennial farm in Coopersville continues to produce a "good quality berry," growing for the local community.

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Send your kids to food camps at the Downtown Market

Submitted 07-23-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Two new summer camps for kids, Camp Sprout and Flavor Lab, will be hosted at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market starting at the end of July.

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Serving the nonprofit that serves nonprofits

Submitted 07-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Tera Qualls, founder of YNPN and project manager at the Johnson Center, talks about her passion for building and improving the nonprofit sector.

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Folk-pop trio Bennett thankful for success, eager for more

Submitted 07-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids-based, "folk-pop" trio are excited to maintain their momentum.

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Explore historic Firehouse #11

Submitted 07-19-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Firehouse #11 was competed in 1902 and is the oldest continuously operating fire house in Grand Rapids. On a Wednesday morning I was invited to take a tour.

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City Lights Music Festival aims to entertain with light, sound show

Submitted 07-18-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The City Lights Music Festival will incorporate lights, music and art in a two-day event in the heart of Downtown Grand Rapids on July 19 and 20.

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Local professor to tell story of philanthropy in upcoming film

Submitted 07-18-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Salvatore Alaimo, full-time GVSU professor, spent the last five years filming a documentary that explores philanthropy and its role in society.

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Grand Rapids-based band Field ready for listeners

Submitted 07-17-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

As the local group plays more shows, they also seek to evolve their sound, and invite you along.

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