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Well House community garden to give access to fresh produce in food desert

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Well House's new community garden in the South East Community Association neighborhood, located on Sheldon Avenue and Pleasant Street, provides neighbors with access to healthy food alternatives.

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When building places it's the people who count

Submitted 08-27-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Grand Rapids architect Mark Miller shares his recent experience in Traverse City. He talks tactical urbanism, waterfront activation and access and Friday night festivities.

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Third Annual Chair Affair Auction Steps It Up, and Every Chair Has a Story to Tell

Submitted 08-26-2013 under NONPROFITS

On November 9th Arts in Motion Studio West Michigan will host it's third annual Chair Affair auction event. Every year, this event raises funds for the creative arts, dance, music, and drama workshops and performance opportunities that are offered by AIM.

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Catalyst Radio: "The Wrecking Crew" music documentary at Wealthy Theatre Aug. 23

Submitted 08-23-2013 under NEWS

Denny Tedesco brings to GR his movie about prominent LA studio musician of the 1960s.

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New LINC gallery to build community through the arts

Submitted 08-20-2013 under NEWS

Local artist Hugo Claudin transitions to new role from community organizer to LINC gallery curator.

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Serve on a City board or commission

Submitted 08-20-2013 under NEWS

City Commission accepting application for volunteers

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Tell us your story

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

We all have a story to tell. We all have aspirations. Regardless of where we start in life, we all deserve the opportunity to unlock our full potential. Project Story seeks to explore global aspirations for freedom, family, hope, and reward. Listen to our stories. Tell us your story.

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Aziz Ansari to perform two shows at Wealthy Theatre Sept. 5

Submitted 08-19-2013 under NONPROFITS

Aziz Ansari ("Parks and Recreation") will perform two standup-comedy shows at Wealthy Theatre on Sept. 5, and tickets go on sale at Noon on Monday, Aug. 19 on the Wealthy Theatre website.

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Is there local food in your smoothie?

Submitted 08-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Local Feed on WYCE talks to Jennifer Polman, owner of SIP Organic Juice Bar, about local food in smoothies.

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Local author Jason Holton publishes first book with Chapbook Press

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Holton has published his first book of poetry, "Eventually, All of Them Are Lost," and is working on a second collection of poetry as well as a novel.

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