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Terra GR encourages patrons to eat, drink, aid hungry families

Submitted 02-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

During Cool Brews. Hot Eats., Feb. 17 to March 2, diners can enjoy a meal at Terra GR while sending food to local families in need.

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What's On Tap February 20-26

Submitted 02-19-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids celebrates Cool Brews, Hot Eats until March 1. Be sure to hit your favorite pub to celebrate!

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Orchards, edible parks, food forests increasingly popular in placemaking

Submitted 02-18-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

After nearly five years of Friends of GR Parks helping communities plan and design public parks and spaces, one of the undeniable trends is people's desire to see more edible fruit and nut trees and plants in parks.

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What's On Tap: February 13-19

Submitted 02-12-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

With or without a Valentine, cozy up to a pint this weekend at your favorite brewpub.

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Hall Street bakery opens with dedicated gluten free kitchen

Submitted 02-11-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Wealthy Street Bakery owners have opened new Hall Street Bakery location that expands their regular offerings with the help of a separate gluten free kitchen, complete with its own HVAC system to avoid contamination.

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Girls on the Run, Congress Elementary to team up this March

Submitted 02-11-2014 under NEWS

Congress Elementary will have an opportunity to participate in Girls on the Run, an organization designed with the health of wellness of young girls in mind.

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Century-old garage collapses on Diamond by Wealthy, no injuries reported

Submitted 02-06-2014 under NEWS

The garage behind the Bazzani building on Wealthy Street collapsed Thursday with no warning of structural issues. No one was hurt in the collapse.

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Boys & Girls Clubs celebrate local Youth of the Year winner at free luncheon

Submitted 02-06-2014 under NONPROFITS

Join Boys & Girls Clubs of GR for a FREE luncheon honoring the local Grand Rapids Youth of the Year winner and applicants.

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What's On Tap: February 6-12

Submitted 02-05-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Check out what your favorite taprooms are pouring this weekend.

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Eastown Community Association Hosts Annual Meeting, Announces Wilcox Park Five Year Plan

Submitted 02-05-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Eastown residents have the opportunity to meet neighbors, share breakfast and get involved.

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