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Grand Rapid's South East Neighborhood

Increased discussion of violence against women demands increased awareness of community resources

Submitted 05-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

Local resources available to victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault

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Beyond hunger relief: Congress Elementary uses gardening to get kids excited about healthy food

Submitted 05-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Congress Elementary is moving beyond hunger relief to teach students a love of healthy food and the knowledge to grow it.

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Learn some new ways to burn in the kitchen!

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

2nd Women of Color Convening, May 29, features Lila Cabbil, president emeritus of the Rosa Parks Institute, and cooking demo.

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Eastown first among four districts to host shop hops

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Uptown businesses organize to host shop hops at four different districts during the month of June.

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Final Weekend for Play "Marilyn's Kennedy" by University Wits

Submitted 05-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

This weekend at Dog Story Theater will host the final three shows for the world premiere play of “Marilyn's Kennedy,” a drama based on the historical affair between President John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe.

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Metal Art Studio to relocate to East Hills

Submitted 05-20-2014 under NEWS

In two short weeks, Metal Art Studio plans to make the transition from its riverside location on Monroe Avenue to Cherry Street in the vibrant East Hills business district

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Volunteers needed for Parks Alive initiative

Submitted 05-20-2014 under NEWS

Friends of Grand Rapids Parks offers opportunities to participate in neighborhood park upkeep.

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200 volunteers improve Grand Rapids kids' lives, futures with play

Submitted 05-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

Partners have joined forces to create a new playground, constructed by KaBOOM! and designed by Club members themselves, at Seidman Boys & Girls Club.

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Red Cross Tornado App keeps GR residents ready for storm season

Submitted 05-16-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Smartphone tornado early warning app from the American Red Cross give families the tools to be prepared.

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Building place, one person at a time

Submitted 05-13-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Building place doesn't need to start with a dollar.

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