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Grand Rapids Public Library going green with book, media swap

Submitted 04-16-2014 under NEWS

The Grand Rapids Public Library is giving people a chance to share each other's resources at their Book and Media Swap, happening at two of their branches.

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Community Gardens Dot the Metro Grand Rapids Landscape

Submitted 04-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

As winter fades away and the days grow longer, many in West Michigan begin to think about gardening. And those without a space to garden in their own yard, look to community gardens.

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West Michigan Cooperative sees growth, opportunities in new space on Michigan Avenue

Submitted 04-01-2014 under NEWS

Accessibility, a convenient location and room to grow were three of the most important factors for West Michigan Cooperative (Co-op) leaders when searching for a space to call their own.

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Paws With A Cause recruits runners & fundraisers for Fifth Third River Bank Run

Submitted 03-04-2014 under NONPROFITS

Come walk, run, roll, and fundraise with Paws With A Cause at the upcoming Fifth Third River Bank Run on May 10, 2014.

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Brewery Vivant, Twisted Rooster fundraiser pulls thousands of meals for West Michigan's hungry

Submitted 11-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Nov. 21 tap takeover raised money for anti-hunger group Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank.

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Brewery Vivant takes over Twisted Rooster to fight hunger

Submitted 11-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

Twisted Rooster features seven Vivant ales, including a new seasonal heavy-hitter, to benefit Feeding America West Michigan.

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Ferret shelter finds new homes for abandoned pets

Submitted 10-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids resident Dee Gage operates a specialized shelter designed to re-home ferrets and educate owners.

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Chair Yoga beginning in March at Dominican Center at Marywood

Submitted 02-21-2013 under NONPROFITS

Are you interested in yoga, but would like a gentle class to begin? Then Chair Yoga is for you.

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Catalyst Radio: Michigan Blood critical in supplying blood for 36 area hospitals

Submitted 01-25-2013 under NEWS

Michigan Blood, headquartered in Grand Rapids, collects and keeps blood donations local.

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Herschell Turner Fine Art - Pastels and Mixed Media

Submitted 01-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

Artist Herschell Turner, former NBA and Harlem Globetrotter will exhibit his fine art at Dominican Center at Marywood from December 31 - February 27. Come meet the artist at a reception on February 10th from Noon through 4 pm at DCM.

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