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You can support ACT by drinking a work of art at ArtPrize Seven

Submitted 09-22-2015 under NONPROFITS

B.O.B.’s Brewery and Atwater Brewery collaborate on local beer for ArtPrize to benefit Artists Creating Together. The two breweries partnered to create Michigunder, a collaborative beer and official ArtPrize 2015 entry.

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3:11 Youth Housing develops safe, affordable housing for homeless youth

Submitted 09-22-2015 under NONPROFITS

About 40% of homeless adults were also homeless as kids. How can we break the cycle?

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"Changing the Way We Age" - A Healthy U Lecture

Submitted 09-01-2015 under NONPROFITS

When we take care of our physical selves, our spiritual, mental and emotional well-being improves. It’s about finding that balance.

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Habitat for Humanity of Kent County announces $20+ million Plaza Roosevelt Redevelopment Project

Submitted 09-01-2015 under NONPROFITS

We're partnering with community organizations and neighborhood residents to create Plaza Roosevelt, which aims to enhance the physical, service and social environments of the neighborhood.

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Summer jazz series brings free music to Ah-Nab-Awen Park

Submitted 08-12-2015 under OPINION

The sixth performance of this summer's Jazz in the Park series featured the Steve Sandner Quintet. Two more free Monday night events round out the series yet this summer.

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Southeast Area Farmers' Market launches bulk foods buying club

Submitted 08-06-2015 under NONPROFITS

The Southeast Area Farmers’ Market patrons can now purchase bulk whole foods. Bridge cards welcome.

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Local musicians work to promote supplemental education programs

Submitted 08-04-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

Local musicians will be performing at The Avenue for the Arts event, First Fridays: The Market, working to promote supplemental education programs in Grand Rapids neighborhoods such as East Hills, Heartside and Roosevelt Park.

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Prices on locally grown organic food reveal hard truth

Submitted 07-31-2015 under NEWS

Is “organic” just a euphemism for “You’re being gouged?” For organic farmers here in Grand Rapids, the answer is a resounding “No.”

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Get ready for the FREE GRandJazzFest Aug. 15-16 in downtown Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-29-2015 under NEWS

Festival organizers announce schedule, have more in store for 4th annual GRandJazzFest presented by DTE Energy Foundation

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Dementia Expert Returns to Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-29-2015 under NONPROFITS

Dr. Len Lecci returns to Covenant Village of the Great Lakes with the latest information and advice for maintaining brain health. He’ll present “Maximizing Your Memory Health” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 11 a.m.

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