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SpeakEZ Lounge to host Night Out

Submitted 05-02-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Join us on Thursday, May 8, as SpeakEZ Lounge generously helps us raise funds to keep The Rapidian available to our community. 15% of your food purchases goes towards supporting The Rapidian!

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In Season: May 3, 2014

Submitted 05-02-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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What's On Tap: May 1-6

Submitted 05-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Fresh, spring brews calling your name? See what your favorite local pub is pouring this weekend.

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Local heroes to be honored at annual Hometown Heroes Celebration

Submitted 04-30-2014 under NEWS

This Thursday, May 1, the American Red Cross West Michigan Region will recognize the volunteerism and civic investment of Grand Rapids' most dedicated volunteers, organizations and community members. The annual Hometown Heroes Celebration will begins at 6 p.m. in DeVos Place's Steelcase Ballroom.

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Almost homeless

Submitted 04-30-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

In the month of May 2013, I found myself without the means to rent an apartment. What followed was a series of lessons on generosity, the power of friendship and minimalism.

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Tuesday Tabletalk: Interfaith Dinner and Dialogue

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

DCM invites you to participate in ecumenical and interfaith discussion on "The End of Time" with our panelists, who represent four diverse faith traditions.

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Granola Goddess to open shop on Plainfield

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

Molly Dawson, aka "Granola Goddess" is opening shop on Plainfield near the Beltline. The shop will serve as the new home of Daily De-lish.

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New Artist at Dominican Center at Marywood

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Dominican Center at Marywood Art Gallery will display the works of Valentina Grigorieva through June 30, 2014.

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Staying true to your roots at Gaia Cafe

Submitted 04-25-2014 under OPINION

Long-standing vegetarian restaurant Gaia Cafe in East Hills offers up dishes forged from the earth, heavy with leafy greens, root vegetables and legumes.

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Invest in democracy

Submitted 04-23-2014 under OPINION

As a past intern for The Rapidian, I have seen first hand the ways the organization changed my experience as a citizen of Grand Rapids. After my internship, I studied civic engagement scholarship to determine the ways in which The Rapidian contributes to the health of Grand Rapids democracy.

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