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Catalyst Radio: Active Commute Week aims to change lifestyles

Submitted 05-16-2014 under NEWS

Active Commute Week is wrapping up with a celebration on Sunday, May 18.

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Veggie Van increases access, builds community

Submitted 05-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

The YMCA Veggie Van is well known for increasing healthy food access in Grand Rapids. However, this mobile farmers market is doing much more than delivering fresh veggies at a fair price.

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Building place, one person at a time

Submitted 05-13-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Building place doesn't need to start with a dollar.

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New clothing retailer to open on Bridge Street

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NEWS

West side development is on the rise and adding to the momentum is a new retail shop which will open May 17 on Bridge Street.

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Plant sale to help fund Well House projects

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NEWS

Vegetable and herb plants will be available for purchase this Saturday at Well House. All proceeds go to supporting their Urban Garden Project.

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GRCC to host Empower Michigan community forum

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NEWS

Empower Michigan continues to host community forums free and open to the public.

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Catalyst Radio: Noorthoek Academy's family event Big Step Walk fundraiser is Saturday

Submitted 05-09-2014 under NEWS

Noorthhook Academy’s annual Big Step Walk, set this year for Sat., May 10, raises funds for programs that give challenged special-needs adults a college experience through a partnership with Grand Rapids Community College.

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Letter carriers get ready to Stamp Out Hunger this Saturday

Submitted 05-07-2014 under NONPROFITS

The 22nd Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive mobilizes Grand Rapids residents in the fight against hunger.

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Walk, roll, ride: Active Commute Week is May 12-16

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NONPROFITS

Active Commute Week highlights the economic, health and environmental benefits of active transportation.

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Eastown native opens local vintage boutique in childhood neighborhood

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NEWS

A mother and daughter duo nestle a vintage shop into Eastown. Flashlight Alley mixes retro furniture, clothing, antiques and home decor in a space next to Yesterdog.

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