GR Public Museum Welcomes New Foundation Board Members
Submitted 06-09-2010 under NONPROFITS
The Grand Rapids Public Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its Friends Foundation Board, effective immediately. The Friends Foundation is the parent organization of the...
In season - June 8, 2010
Submitted 06-08-2010 under NONPROFITS
What's in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you're curious about what's at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every Tuesday. Currently at the market: Strawberries!!! Sugar Snap Peas Greenhouse Tomatoes...
[HEARTSIDE] Grand openings for Pikositos, Pekich Park today in Heartside
Submitted 06-03-2010 under NEWS
It’s a big day on the Avenue for the Arts. This afternoon marks the grand opening of Pikositos, a new restaurant focusing on Mexican cuisine, and the official park dedication of Rev. Barb Pekich Park at the corner of South Division and Cherry....
In season - June 1, 2010
Submitted 06-01-2010 under NONPROFITS
What's in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you're curious about what's at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every Tuesday. Currently at the market: Asparagus Rhubarb Greenhouse Tomatoes...Food dispersement planned at American Legion Post 459
Submitted 05-26-2010 under NONPROFITS
Economic conditions are desperate for many members of our Grand Rapids community. The American Legion Post 459 realizes our responsibility to reach out to help veterans, children and youth and non-veteran community members in need. ...
In season - May 25, 2010
Submitted 05-25-2010 under NONPROFITS
What's in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you're curious about what's at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every Tuesday. Currently at the market: Asparagus Rhubarb Carrots Parsnips...
The Michigan Cultural Data Project comes to Grand Rapids to help arts and culture organizations make the mark they deserve
Submitted 05-22-2010 under NONPROFITS
At every presentation about the Cultural Data Project (CDP), people gasp at what it can do - at every one of the fifteen talks across the state. And now, after two years of work by a dedicated team, this valuable tool is available in Michigan. If...
The Local Beet: Change Taking Root in the Lunch Line
Submitted 05-21-2010 under OPINION
There is an ever-growing revolution happening in cafeterias around the country – people want to change what is in their lunchline at work, school, and in hospitals. This week, I joined over 500 people – from activists, to nutritionists, to food...
Local Beadmaker Ready to Soar with Unique, Hand-Crafted Jewelry
Submitted 05-19-2010 under NONPROFITS
Ever wonder what inspires local artists to build, inquire, or create? Rosemary Cheslock, the mastermind behind Glass Eye Butterfly, allowed us a behind the scenes look at her process, studio, and why she has been a vendor at the Avenue for the...
In season - May 18, 2010
Submitted 05-18-2010 under NONPROFITS
What's in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you're curious about what's at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every Tuesday. Currently at the market: Asparagus Rhubarb Carrots Parsnips...