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Meet Grand Rapids' future leaders who serve food to neighbors in need at Innovation Central High School

Submitted 10-21-2019 under NONPROFITS

Each month, these high school students serve on the front lines of hunger-relief efforts by running a Mobile Food Pantry -- all on their own.

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In Season: October 19, 2019

Submitted 10-18-2019 under NONPROFITS

Sun is shining on this beautiful, Fall day and we're happy to have 25+ vendors with a vibrant selection of Michigan-grown produce (think squash, pumpkins, gourds, apples, peppers, and tomatoes!), farm products (meat, egg, and dairy), and artisan goods!

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UICA'S Juana Williams Guest-Curates Grand Rapids Art Museum Exhibition

Submitted 10-15-2019 under NONPROFITS

Relevant features an array of abstract works from GRAM’s Collection

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In Season: October 12, 2019

Submitted 10-12-2019 under NONPROFITS

Come feel the festive, Fall vibes at the Market today! Pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, apples, squash, brussels, peppers, and so many more of your favorite fall fruits + veggies!

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Michigan Artist Series 'Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things' Opens at GRAM

Submitted 10-08-2019 under NONPROFITS

Exhibition celebrates the work of acclaimed West Michigan sculptor and Hope College Professor

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Folk Icon singer/songwriter Judy Collins returns to St. Cecilia Music Center on October 20, 2019

Submitted 10-07-2019 under NONPROFITS

Judy Collins will appear at SCMC to perform her award-winning original music and debut her newest album “Winter Stories” scheduled for release on November 8, 2019

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Work of Acclaimed Author and Illustrator David Wiesner Arrives at GRAM this Fall

Submitted 10-07-2019 under NONPROFITS

Exhibition explores richly imaginative paintings by three-time Caldecott winner

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Lettuce revolutionaries fight food waste and feed families

Submitted 10-07-2019 under NONPROFITS

Neighbors facing hunger deserve fresh produce. That's why Revolution Farms teamed up with Feeding America West Michigan to bring fresh, surplus lettuce directly to neighbors in need.

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