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SUMMARY:Apple Season / Family Activities with Fruit Ridge Markets
DESCRIPTION:our Local First Member\, Fruit Ridge Markets\, wanted to help out our community by pointing us in the direction of where to pick up local produce???? \n????Fruit Ridge Members raising or selling locally grown apples: \nApple Valley Fun Farm & Abandoned Acres Farm\nBlok Orchards\nCountry Basket\nEd Dunneback E Girls Farm\nFruit Ridge Hayrides\nFryear’s Farm Market\nGrange Ave. Market & U-pick Orchard\nHill’s Bros. Orchard and Cider Mill\nNelson’s Farm Market\nPeach Ridge Farms\nRasch Cherry & Apple Market\nRobinette’s Apple Haus & Winery\nRockford Farmers Market\nThe Market at SECOM\nSnappy Apple Farm Market\nWells Orchards \nFruit Ridge Markets Members for Agricultural Tourism & the activities are highlighted below: \n????Activities included: Corn Mazes\, Hayrides\, pumpkin patches\, cider\, doughnuts\, & haunted corn mazes (NOTE: Apple Valley Fun Farm and Abandoned Acres Farm have haunted Mazes\non Saturdays evenings in October). \n\n\nApple Valley Fun Farm & Abandon Acres Farm\nCountry Basket\nFruit Ridge Hayrides\nRasch Cherry & Apple Market\nRobinette’s Apple Haus & Winery\nWells Orchards \n????Go to your nearest Apple Orchard this weekend and pick some juicy apples! They are in season from September – Mid November! \nVisit Fruit Ridge Farms website here: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http://www.fruitridgemarket.com/farm-markets/?fbclid=IwAR24Mp0iY8fUy0z2uBdyPhf7EvI_6yqyV1v_eouqmeKfnDnq_fb6pyxCqks&h=AT35sVfBzVj_xpvijBWQzf72Z43SRcDNxwR2TNX9Wn-lJz02buPg0Qzn4pPkfEEZZu4zWL4jbsqG_CL0WYiUy4qZrYrnNbMEO9I8mJdWXYUHyBcrqbHGYU-UKuEufTFCFURz_LQslPNLkUdFJ-WWww
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SUMMARY:ArtPrize 2023
DESCRIPTION:ArtPrize is an annual\, international art festival and competition in Grand Rapids\, Michigan—a celebration of creative ideas\, conversations\, experimentation\, and inclusiveness. ArtPrize 2023 is free and open to the public\, featuring visual and experiential Artists who’ve connected with Venues eager to host their work. From September 14–October 1\, art will be exhibited in galleries\, storefronts\, parks\, museums\, breweries\, public spaces\, and other Venues of all kinds.\nFourteen years since its founding\, ArtPrize continues to evolve\, led now by a new public/private partnership among the City of Grand Rapids\, Downtown Grand Rapids\, Inc. (DGRI)\, and Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University (KCAD). For 2023\, we’re providing more Artists opportunities through the Visibility Awards\, presented by MillerKnoll\, and expanded grant offerings. And we’re recommitted to the things that made ArtPrize a phenomenon in the first place: amazing art\, public voting\, big prizes\, dynamic events\, tons of people\, and abundant joy.\n\nArtPrize 2023 Event Line Up:\nOpening Celebration\nWhere: Ah-Nab-Awen Park\nWhen: September 14\, 5–9 p.m.\n\nArtPrize is back\, and we’re kickstarting this year’s event with a vibrant opening celebration. The park will transform into a multisensory feast with games\, food trucks\, art installations\, fireworks\, and a performance by Squonk.\n\nSponsored By: Wolverine Worldwide & DeVos Place\nArtPrize Oasis\nWhere: 555 Monroe\nWhen: September 14–October 1\, 12–8 p.m. daily\n\nThe ArtPrize Oasis is a transformative urban expanse providing a place to regroup and recharge. Designed by TBG Partners\, it features games\, seating\, and art installations presented by the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and DGRI.\n\nSponsored By: Corewell Health and Priority Health\nHonda “Paint My Ride”\nWhere: Monroe Center near Rosa Parks Circle\nWhen: September 14–17\n\nHonda partners with Kendall College of Art and Design to showcase talented students painting on Honda vehicles during the opening weekend. On September 29\, each finalist will receive $1\,500 for their artistry.\n\nSponsored By: Honda Dealers of West Michigan\nSmartArt Celebration at Studio Park\nWhere: Studio Park\nWhen: September 17\, 12:00-2:00 p.m.\n\nSmartArt competition blends art with sustainability. Grand Rapids Public Schools’ high-school students created artwork embodying renewable energy and sustainability themes. The top-20 finalists will be revealed at this ceremony.\n\nSponsored By: Consumers Energy\nTop 25 Announcement\nWhere: ArtPrize Oasis (555 Monroe)\nWhen: September 22\, 5–8 p.m.\n\nThe first big reveal announces the Top 25 entries for ArtPrize 2023 based on public vote. Attendees can enjoy the performances of musical group Y-Not.\n\nThe Lived Experience—Silent Disco\nWhere: Calder Plaza\nWhen: September 23\, 6–10 p.m.\n\nArtPrize celebrates the curated exhibition at City Hall\, The Lived Experience\, with a silent disco showcasing the BIPOC experience through music and art.\n\nMerchants and Makers + ArtPrize Presents: The ArtPrize Artisan Market\nWhere: Gillett Bridge and Ah-Nab-Awen Park\nWhen: September 23–24\, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.\n\nOver 80 vendors will sell their crafts at this craft fair\, complemented by food trucks and live performances\, making it a festive gathering for all attendees.\n\nFamily Fun Education Counter\nWhere: ArtPrize ClubHouse\nWhen: Mondays–Fridays\, 4-7 p.m.\n\nVisit the Cultivate and ArtPrize Education Station for resources designed for K-12 students. Learn about walking tours\, worksheets\, and art challenges.\n\nFamily Art Fun!\nWhere: ArtPrize Oasis\nWhen: Saturdays and Sundays\, 12–2 p.m.\n\nA free drop-in art-making workshop designed for families. Staff will assist and inspire during this creative process.\n\nField Trips\nWhere: ArtPrize ClubHouse (2 Fulton)\nWhen: Hourly from 9:00 a.m.–noon on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Fridays\n\nArtPrize offers guided tours and art workshops for students in grades K–12. Each trip fosters creativity and critical thinking\, with free admission. For more information\, visit cultivategr.com\n\nArtPrize Closing Awards Ceremony\nWhere: Rosa Parks Circle\nWhen: September 29\, 6:30–9:30 p.m.\n\nThe culmination of ArtPrize\, celebrating this year’s winners and all participants. The event features local food vendors\, immersive experiences\, and a live musical performance by The Dip.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/artprize-2023/
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SUMMARY:Gold Coast's 8th Annual Diaper Drive with Nestlings Diaper Bank & Great Start Parent Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Gold Coast Doulas is holding our 8th annual Diaper Drive from September 1st to October 1st\, 2023. Giving back is an important foundation of our business as a Certified B Corporation; clean diapers make a significant impact on the health of new families and our giving focus is on supporting low-income women and children.\n\nOne in two U.S. families with young children struggle to afford diapers and no government programs currently provide them. This rate increased from one in three in past years. Food\, shelter\, and utilities are the only items covered by assistance. Diapers are expensive and many families make tough choices between paying rent and utilities or buying diapers. Research shows that 48% of parents delay changing diapers and 32% report re-using diapers to make supplies last longer.\n\nThe Gold Coast Doulas diaper drive coincides with National Diaper Need Awareness Week\, September 18th – Sept 24th. Diaper Need Awareness Week is an initiative of the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN)\, created to make a difference in the lives of the nearly 5.2 million babies in the United States aged three or younger who live in poor or low-income families. Our annual diaper drive benefits Nestlings Diaper Bank of West Michigan and Great Start Parent Coalition of Kent County. Holland-based Nestlings has distributed over 2 million diapers and helped over 50\,000 families since 2011. Nestlings Diaper Bank also works with 31 partner agencies to distribute the diapers to the families in need.\n\nOur goal is to collect 10\,000 diapers to support families in need in Kent\, Ottawa\, and Allegan counties to celebrate our 8th anniversary. We collect opened and unopened boxes and packages of new disposable diapers\, used cloth diapers and cloth supplies\, new cloth diapers\, and new boxes or packages of wipes. We need your help to make this happen.\n\nDiaper donations will be accepted from September 1 to October 1st at the following partnered drop-off locations:\nIn Zeeland:\nHoward Miller Library 14 S. Church Street\nLake Michigan Credit Union 8630 E. Main St\n\nIn Holland:\nBrann’s 12234 James Street\nEcoBuns Baby + Co. 11975 E. Lakewood Blvd Suite 6\nThe Insurance Group 593 Heritage Court\nR. Lucas Scott. Co. 650 Riley St.\nHarbor Health & Massage 444 Washington Ave\nLake Michigan Credit Union 677 E 8th St. and 3494 West Shore Dr\n\nIn Greater Grand Rapids:\nRise Wellness Chiropractic PLC 1005 Lake Dr SE\nHopscotch Children’s Store:909 Cherry St SE\nMind Body Baby:\n1501 Lake Dr SE\n\nAdvent Physical Therapy:\nCherry St: 245 Cherry St. SE\, Suite 102\nByron Center: 2373 64th St SW Suite 2100\nAlpine: 933 3 Mile NW #204\nCaledonia: 10047 Crossroads Ct Suite 150\nMindful Counseling GR: Three locations\n985 Parchment Dr SE Grand Rapids\, MI 49546\n3351 Claystone St SE Suite G 32\n113 Lake Michigan Drive NW\, Standale\n\nFit4Mom Grand Rapids: Donations accepted at classes.\n\nGold Coast Doulas: Donations are accepted at classes or left outside the door of our office.\nWe appreciate your support! You can donate directly to fill Nestling’s Amazon Wish List or through their website via Paypal at: http://nestlings.org/how-to-help/.\n\nContact us at info@goldcoastdoulas.com with questions.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/gold-coasts-8th-annual-diaper-drive-with-nestlings-diaper-bank-great-start-parent-coalition/2023-09-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy Gait Analysis at Gazelle Sports
DESCRIPTION:Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy is providing free gait analysis and consultations at Gazelle Sports every Wednesday with first appointment at 11:30 am and last appointment at 1:00 pm.\nParticipants will receive a video gait analysis\, injury screen\, and consultation during their free 30-minute appointment with a Physical Therapist.\n\nVisit Gazelle Sports Grand Rapids’ 28th St. location or call (616)-940-9888\, during store hours\, to register for your free appointment!\n\nLearn more about Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy here: https://www.hjphysicaltherapy.com/
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/hulst-jepsen-physical-therapy-gait-analysis-at-gazelle-sports/2023-09-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Injury Wise with University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Torn muscles\, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you’re injured\, you have questions and you want answers. Come to Gazelle Sports and spend ten minutes one-on-one with a sports medicine professional from University of Michigan Health-West Sports Medicine to discuss your specific injury concerns. There is no appointment necessary for a free session. Appointments are taken on a first come\, first serve basis and may be limited by time.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/injury-wise-with-university-of-michigan-health-west-sports-medicine/2023-09-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Sweeny Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
DESCRIPTION:Stephen Sondheim’s thrilling\, theatrical treat\, Sweeney Todd has become a bloody\, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s\, (including Best Musical)\, for its Broadway premiere. An infamous tale\, Sweeney Todd\, an unjustly exiled barber\, returns to nineteenth century London\, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett\, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop\, above which he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun! \nFor tickets\, click here.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/sweeny-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/2023-09-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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