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Local heroes to be honored at annual Hometown Heroes Celebration

Submitted 04-30-2014 under NEWS

This Thursday, May 1, the American Red Cross West Michigan Region will recognize the volunteerism and civic investment of Grand Rapids' most dedicated volunteers, organizations and community members. The annual Hometown Heroes Celebration will begins at 6 p.m. in DeVos Place's Steelcase Ballroom.

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Wealthy Theatre to host final Trip the Light performance

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

Dance in the Annex will perform its final Trip the Light show, "Kiss the Sky," at Wealthy Theatre on May 10.

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Intentional living in the context of your neighborhood

Submitted 04-29-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Courtney Myers-Keaton, Eastown resident and community association volunteer shares what it means to be part of a neighborhood.

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Staying true to your roots at Gaia Cafe

Submitted 04-25-2014 under OPINION

Long-standing vegetarian restaurant Gaia Cafe in East Hills offers up dishes forged from the earth, heavy with leafy greens, root vegetables and legumes.

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Community gardens are growing vegetables, knowledge and community

Submitted 04-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

Oakdale Neighbors celebrates community gardening and the arrival of spring with a Spring Gardening Festival on May 3

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Planned Parenthood Capital Campaign Shatters Goal

Submitted 04-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan (PPWNM) announces the successful completion of its capital campaign, Standing Tall, with over $4 million raised! The special campaign is funding building renovations, technology upgrades, and an endowment fund.

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Invest in democracy

Submitted 04-23-2014 under OPINION

As a past intern for The Rapidian, I have seen first hand the ways the organization changed my experience as a citizen of Grand Rapids. After my internship, I studied civic engagement scholarship to determine the ways in which The Rapidian contributes to the health of Grand Rapids democracy.

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C-SNIP to benefit from local restaurant's kidnapping on May 5

Submitted 04-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Vegan Kitchen Takeover at The Cheshire Grill to benefit C-SNIP on May 5

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Meet civic investor Rachel Lee: Investing in neighborhood vibrancy

Submitted 04-23-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Rachel Lee heads up the neighborhood association in one of Grand Rapids' most walkable neighborhoods. She's intent on keeping her neighbors engaged and involved, as they work together to create a vibrant urban environment.

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Local restaurants, businesses help The Rapidian thank investors

Submitted 04-22-2014 under NONPROFITS

Over 28 local businesses and restaurants have donated gift certificates to The Rapidian to help us thank our investors. Donations of $25 and above qualify for receiving a gift certificate of the donor's choice

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