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Rowster gets makeover

Submitted 09-24-2013 under NEWS

Rowster New American Coffee has a new look. The unveiling took place on Saturday with an open house.

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Autumnal Equinox street party joins forces with Pickle Fort for celebration

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

An eclectic block party on Fitzhugh complete with a parade and open mic art performances celebrates the changing colors and falling of the leaves.

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Grand Rapids leaders launch Yes! GR Parks campaign

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NEWS

Community leaders have introduced a proposal of a new property tax to increase funds for city parks that will appear on the ballot November 5.

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East Hills public input session hosts first draft review

Submitted 09-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

East Hills Council of neighbors will meet and review research at ICCF next Monday, reviewing a draft plan presented by Lott3Metz Architecture.

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Tree Huggers grocery to close doors this Sunday

Submitted 09-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Package-free grocery and eco-friendly retail shop Tree Huggers will be closing its doors, going out with a farewell party on Sunday.

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Our Fresh Local envisions community gardens, energy efficient housing

Submitted 08-27-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Grand Rapids native Jenny Bongiorno's passion for farming has taken her as far as Costa Rica and back. Her focus now is on improving community life in Grand Rapids through unique community gardens and energy efficient housing.

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The Pickle Club sets up camp in East Hills

Submitted 08-27-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Sean Kenny, local artist and noise maker turns his private residence into an art emporium as an homage to Chicago's Dill Pickle Club of the early 20th century.

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Third Annual Chair Affair Auction Steps It Up, and Every Chair Has a Story to Tell

Submitted 08-26-2013 under NONPROFITS

On November 9th Arts in Motion Studio West Michigan will host it's third annual Chair Affair auction event. Every year, this event raises funds for the creative arts, dance, music, and drama workshops and performance opportunities that are offered by AIM.

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Celebrate A Gay Afternoon in Cherry Street Park

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On Saturday, August 17, East Hills Council of Neighbors sponsors A Gay Afternoon to celebrate the diversity in their community with a street party with music, education, beer, and food

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Tree Huggers celebrates three years with new initiative

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

This week Tree Huggers grocer on Wealthy Street celebrates 3 years with the launch of a new consultation service.

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