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Four local chefs to compete for title, bragging rights

Submitted 06-14-2016 under NONPROFITS

On June 24, from 7-10 p.m., the Grand Rapids Downtown Market will host their first-ever “Market Masters presented by KitchenAid,” an Iron Chef-style competition pitting four teams of Downtown Market chefs and sous chefs against each other.

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In Season: June 11, 2016

Submitted 06-10-2016 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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"America's Diplomats," a documentary screening narrated by Kathleen Turner, to be shown at Gerald R. Ford Museum

Submitted 06-09-2016 under NONPROFITS

Free, public reception following film honoring local diplomats in the West Michigan community

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The Grand River is becoming a paddlers' paradise

Submitted 06-08-2016 under NONPROFITS

Kayaking is an intimate way to see the river and the wildlife that call it home

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The City of Grand Rapids wins Project of the Year Award for innovative energy efficiency project

Submitted 06-08-2016 under NONPROFITS

Environmental Services Department wins APWA 2016 Project of the Year

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Organizations partner with community to vitalize Roosevelt Park

Submitted 06-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

What started out as a dream for a park with public art turned into a reality on May 21st when Friends of Grand Rapids Parks installed a vibrant mural in Roosevelt Park, an urban green space near the intersection of Clyde Park and Granville Avenue.

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Grand Rapids Symphony's Rumsey Street Bazaar: Fabulous entertainment, fun for the family, June 10-12

Submitted 06-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Symphony's Women's Committee have organized three days of things to see and do in the neighborhood that was a sensation at ArtPrize 2015, thanks to SiTE:LAB

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A carnival for bikes

Submitted 06-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

Crank 2016, The Spoke Folks' annual fundraiser, is happening June 11th from noon until 6pm.

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World Premiere of Mob Play "Boardwalk Blues" at Dog Story Theater

Submitted 06-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

Atlantic City, New Jersey, 1978. This is the final, crumbling remnant of the American Mafia, as it once was. The code of silence still preserved, in a rapidly changing climate. Inspired by true events.

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Celebrate National Doughnut Day by enjoying the confectionery treat from local bakeries around the city

Submitted 06-02-2016 under NONPROFITS

On National Doughnut Day, ride The Rapid to these five sweet destinations!

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