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Solo industrial act offers synthesizer, drum samples to music scene

Submitted 06-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Michael Bussler of Grand Rapids draws on '80s nostalgia, David Lynch and his experience in local punk bands when experimenting with his solo project, Burnt Offerings.

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Shop Seasonally: berries, broccoli, and canning classes, oh my!

Submitted 06-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The market isn't just for produce. It's for date night, canning classes and yoga, too.

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Join a drum circle at Wilcox Park

Submitted 06-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids Community Drum Circle calling all 'beautiful vibes'

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Ladies Night to offer biking, self defense pointers

Submitted 06-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Spoke Folks is hosting their first Ladies Night, complete with bike repair, a hands on learning experience in self defense, crafts and a group ride at the end of the event.

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Southtown Guitar works to impact music, community

Submitted 06-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Dean Wiers-Windemuller wants his guitar store to be community-focused in many ways.

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New Grand Rapids Bishop ordained, installed

Submitted 06-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

This is a photo essay of the gathering of bishops, cardinals, clergy, men and women religious, confraternities and lay members of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids at the Cathedral of St. Andrew on June 18, 2013.

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Treehouse Community Garden grows crops, sense of community

Submitted 06-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

After a 2009 report by the Health Department declared Baxter neighborhood a “food desert,” neighbors and businesses rallied to build a community garden to foster a healthier and more vibrant community.

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RF Johnson & Sons Farm shows dedication to quality, strawberries and soil

Submitted 06-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

RF Johnson & Sons Farm strives to produce quality fruits and veggies by avoiding chemicals and caring for the soil.

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Walk this Sunday to support refugees

Submitted 06-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On Sunday June 23, the first Grand Rapids Refugee Walk will take place at Ah-Nab-Awen Park. The 5K walk will help Bethany's to refugee resettlement program in West Michigan.

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Self- made Foremost Barbershop wants to hang out

Submitted 06-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

New barbershop with an old-time feel wants to be an easy, comfortable place for men to get their hair cut.

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