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The Salvation Army of Kent County teams up with Walmart to "Stuff the Bus"

Submitted 08-02-2021 under NONPROFITS

The Salvation Army and Walmart stores in Kent County join together for a 3-day event to encourage residents to give school supplies for local kids in need.

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What's at the Market: Saturday, July 31, 2021

Submitted 07-30-2021 under NONPROFITS

It is going to be a beautiful weekend folks, so get outside and enjoy the Market!

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A path to a better place: Harvey Koning values Guiding Light's approach to recovery

Submitted 07-28-2021 under NONPROFITS

Harvey Koning was drawn to Guiding Light because he saw the impact it had right here in the community – and because of the organization’s focus on faith.

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What's at the Market: Saturday, July 23, 2021

Submitted 07-23-2021 under NONPROFITS

Don’t let the forecast keep you from heading down to the Market this weekend! Rainy days are the best Market days. Come see for yourself!

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What's at the Market: Saturday, July 17, 2021

Submitted 07-16-2021 under NONPROFITS

Time flies when you are having fun! And what could be more fun than shopping at the Farmers Market on a Saturday morning?! Head down to the Market and experience what the power of good food and community can do!

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Guiding Light Launches 'Casting Light' Podcast Highlighting Stories of Rescue, Recovery and Reengagement

Submitted 07-13-2021 under NONPROFITS

“Casting Light, Stories of Recovery and Hope at Guiding Light” will document and share the stories of Grand Rapids men in recovery who have found hope and a new way forward.

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Free Summer Concerts Return to the Grand Rapids Art Museum

Submitted 07-12-2021 under NONPROFITS

Community invited to enjoy free concerts on Thursday evenings at GRAM

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Librarians are nourishing kids through Library Lunches to Go

Submitted 07-12-2021 under NONPROFITS

Kids can pick up fun, healthy lunches along with their books this summer, thanks to a partnership between Feeding America West Michigan and Kent District Library!

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What's at the Market: Saturday, July 10, 2021

Submitted 07-09-2021 under NONPROFITS

It’s peak season here at the Market! Peaches just hit the stalls, blueberries are here for a few more rounds, and cherries & strawberries are leaving the Market soon. Get these products, and more, while you still can this weekend at Fulton Street!

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What's at the Market: Saturday, July 3, 2021

Submitted 07-02-2021 under NONPROFITS

Come one, come all! It’s the Fourth of July weekend and we’ve got a bounty of fresh produce and farm products to fuel you, your friends, and family, through your holiday plans. Head down tomorrow and you will find strawberries, cherries, and (finally) BLUEBERRIES!

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