[EASTOWN] Eastown's first yoga studio expanding to accommodate growing clientele

Submitted 06-15-2011 under NEWS

Barely seven months old, one of Grand Rapids' newest yoga studio is expanding to accommodate the growing number of students walking into their studio. The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse, located in Eastown (1331 Lake SE), is increasing its space to...

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In Season: June 11, 2011

Submitted 06-15-2011 under NONPROFITS

  Currently at the market: Strawberries!!! Sugar Snap Peas Greenhouse Tomatoes Carrots Radishes Kohlrabi Green Onions Parsnips Potatoes Lettuce Spinach Onions Garlic Greens (Arugula, Swiss Chard, Kale, Collard) Plants Perennials Herbs...

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Community Foundation Grants: Civil Liberties, Bike Bridges, Housing Rehab, Summer Interns, Hispanic Business Development and Fish Streams

Submitted 06-14-2011 under NONPROFITS

Trustees of Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved $454,500 in grants to nonprofits in Kent County that will have impact on people in all corners of the community. American Civil Liberties Union Fund of Michigan was awarded $30,000 to...

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Catalyst Radio: Arts market and music festival among highlights of this weekend

Submitted 06-10-2011 under NONPROFITS

Don't have time to listen right now? Download the episode and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW (Buttermilk Jamboree at 5:11 | The Market at 14:18) We're clueing you into two must-attend happenings this weekend: Buttermilk Jamboree and The...

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My First Job in USA

Submitted 06-10-2011 under NONPROFITS

Each month, the Literacy Center of West Michigan's Adult Tutoring Program publishes a newsletter featuring articles written by program learners. The following article was written by Flor de América Heredia de Javier , who is a learner in...

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Time Has Come Today

Submitted 06-07-2011 under NONPROFITS

"All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence."-Martin Luther King, Jr. The neighborhood around Wealthy Theatre has had its share of ups and downs. Much of the city's...

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In Season - June 4, 2011

Submitted 06-04-2011 under NONPROFITS

Currently at the Market: Asparagus Rhubarb Greenhouse Tomatoes Carrots Radishes Kohlrabi Green Onions Parsnips Lettuce Spinach Onions Garlic Beets Carrots Potatoes Leeks Bok Choy Chives Sorrel Scallions Frisee Greens (Arugula, Swiss Chard, Kale,...

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In season - May 28, 2011

Submitted 05-31-2011 under NONPROFITS

  Currently at the Market: Asparagus Rhubarb Greenhouse Tomatoes Carrots Radishes Kohlrabi Green Onions Parsnips Lettuce Spinach Onions Garlic Greens (Arugula, Swiss Chard, Kale, Collard) Plants Perennials Herbs Bouquets/ Cut Flowers Meat...

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Encore Workshop to Connect Experienced Adults with New Skills-based Opportunities

Submitted 05-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

The Volunteer Center is piloting a new free workshop designed to help retirees identify and connect their talents and interests with unique skills-based volunteer opportunities in the community. This workshop is a...

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In season - May 21, 2011

Submitted 05-21-2011 under NONPROFITS

Currently at the market: Strawberries Asparagus Rhubarb Carrots Parsnips Potatoes Lettuce Onions Garlic Beets Turnips Rutabagas Tomatoes Hummus Kettle corn Mustard Plants Annuals Seedling plants (tomato, pepper, heirloom and more) Perennials Herbs...

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