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Really Really Free Market July 7

Submitted 07-02-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The market will be at John Ball Zoo from 2 p.m. - 5p.m. Bring your items to give to others, or come to find items for free.

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Mayor answers citizen concerns live on GRTV, The Rapidian

Submitted 06-30-2013 under NEWS

This Monday, the mayor answered citizen questions live.

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Catalyst Radio: War vet in town speaks on effects of militarism

Submitted 06-28-2013 under NEWS

Marine Veteran Vince Emanuele makes connections between US military spending and social issues such as poverty.

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Literacy center seeks to promote creativity, local talent with Flash Fiction Contest

Submitted 06-28-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Literacy Center of West Michigan is organizing a flash fiction contest to raise money for programs and celebrate writing talent within the community.

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Ride your bike to Grand Rapids Clips: Beer and Film Tour

Submitted 06-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The event at Ah-Nab-Awen Park will screen short films, with beer from New Belgium and food from The Organic Gypsy and Spoonlickers.

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Local organizations, individuals recognized for community impact

Submitted 06-13-2013 under NONPROFITS

GR Initiative for Leaders presents a Community IMPACT award to individuals and organizations which have made a positive contribution to their communities.

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Grand Rapids Record & CD show welcomes statewide dealers to local event

Submitted 06-12-2013 under NEWS

Bruce Parrott, local record show organizer, to orchestrate second gathering of LP and CD dealers of the year.

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Lessons in placemaking

Submitted 06-11-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Friends of Grand Rapids Parks shares some lessons they are learning on the front lines of placemaking

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Gluten-Free Fair introduces Grand Rapids to new food options

Submitted 06-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Michigan Local Foodbeet visited the seventh annual Gluten Free Fair at the Delta-Plex and learned about Michigan-produced gluten free foods.

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Area GRIL alumni graduate from college

Submitted 06-04-2013 under NONPROFITS

Three of GRIL's graduates go on to graduate from Calvin College.

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