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SUMMARY:2024 World of Winter Festival
DESCRIPTION:Dates: January 12 – March 10\, 2024\n–\nABOUT THE EVENT:\nBundle up and join the fun! The largest winter festival in the United States is back! Join us for two months full of events\, activities and outdoor art installations. #WorldofWinterGR\n\nFULL LIST OF EVENTS + ART INSTALLATIONS:\nStay tuned! The full list of events + art installations will be going LIVE on November 6 at https://worldofwintergr.com!\n\nGETTING TO THE FESTIVAL/PARKING:\nParking at street meters is recommended. Meters east of Division Avenue are free after 5 pm. Meters west of Division Avenue charge until 6 PM (download the “MOTU” app to pay by credit card). View additional parking options at \n\nAdditionally\, The free DASH bus runs every 15 minutes on Wednesdays – Sundays. Learn more at \n\nPHOTO/VIDEO DISCLAIMER:\nThis event may be photographed and recorded for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be in any photo/video\, please inform the photographer/videographer with the DGRI badge.\n\nSPONSOR THE EVENT: Partner with us for the 2024 World of Winter Festival and be a part of something truly special. We’re looking for sponsors who share our passion for community\, fun and the winter season. Email us at info@downtowngr.org or visit our website for the full sponsorship packet.\n\nFor more information about our festival\, visit https://worldofwintergr.com.\n\nWorld of Winter is produced and managed by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/2024-world-of-winter-festival/
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SUMMARY:Charity of the Month: Museum High School Senior Trip
DESCRIPTION:Shop in store or curbside on Tuesday March 12th to give back to our Charity of the Month: Museum High School Senior Trip as 5% of our sales will be donated directly.\n\n“The Grand Rapids Public Museum High\nSchool class of 2024 will be taking a senior\ntrip to New York City. Our school is an urban\npublic school with a place based curriculum\,\nserving a student population in which nearly\n50% of students qualify for free and\nreduced lunch. We are looking for support\nto make this trip a reality in a way that is\naccessible and equitable for all students.”\n\nIn addition\, if you want to give back to them anytime in the month of March you can donate your beverage rewards points OR just outright make a donation to their organization while you are in store!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/charity-of-the-month-museum-high-school-senior-trip/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:West Michigan Home and Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:West Michigan’s largest Home & Garden show is back for its 44th season! With 13 feature gardens\, 5 free seminar stages and over 300 local businesses featuring every product and service you’ll ever need\, all under one roof\, this is the show to attend! \n\nShow Dates & Hours: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 29\n2pm-8pm\n\n\nFriday\, March 1\n12pm-9pm\n\n\nSaturday\, March 2\n10am-8pm\n\n\nSunday\, March 3\n11am-5pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission: \n\n\n\n\nAdult: $12\n\n\nChild (6-14): $5\n\n\nMulti-Day Adult Ticket: $18
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/west-michigan-home-and-garden-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Vegan Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends\, bring your appetite\, and come indulge in a guilt-free feast that’s as good for the planet as it is for your palate.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned vegan or just curious to explore the world of plant-based cuisine\, there’s something for everyone at Vegan Weekend!\n\nChef Lee and krew will be serving up an array of mouthwatering plant-based dishes that’ll have even the most devoted carnivores drooling with envy. Stay tuned for the menu…
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/vegan-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:First Fridays in East Hills
DESCRIPTION:Shop is open late with select books 30% off
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/first-fridays-in-east-hills/2024-03-01/
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SUMMARY:Chef's Dinner Experience: Chef Oscar's Prehispanic Noche de Chicomecóatl
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on Chef of the Year\, Chef Oscar’s Prehispanic Noche de Chicomecóatl Dinner Experience at MeXo on Friday\, March 1st at 6 pm!\nThis special event features a unique blend of traditional Mexican flavors and contemporary culinary techniques\, creating a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience. Be sure to get your tickets early as these events sell out quickly!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to taste the flavors of ancient Mexico and experience the artistry of Chef Oscar. \nBuy tickets here: Chef Oscar Presents Noche de Chicomecóatl Dinner Tickets\, Fri\, Mar 1\, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/chefs-dinner-experience-chef-oscars-prehispanic-noche-de-chicomecoatl/
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SUMMARY:I Heart Recycled Art - Opening Night -
DESCRIPTION:Cocoon Art Space presents a two-month long celebration of recycled art! Beginning with a juried art exhibition featuring two-dimensional and three-dimensional art pieces created from found objects and reused or repurposed materials. During March and April\, Cocoon will be sponsoring a variety of workshops focused on repurposing materials for art and fashion. For the fashion forward crowd\, a Recycle Fashion Show will be held showcasing the entries of local\, eco-conscious fashion designers.\n\nJuried Art Exhibition\nMarch 1st – April 28th\n\nFeaturing 2D and 3D art pieces that are comprised of found objects and reused or repurposed materials.\n\nOpening Night for the art exhibit will be Friday\, March 1\, 2024
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/i-heart-recycled-art-opening-night/
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SUMMARY:Dining in the Dark at the Kirby House
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 1st at 6pm\n$49/person\n(price includes 4-course Chef’s dinner. Cash bar available.)\n\n**Reservations Required.**\nCall 616.846.3299 to reserve your seats!\n(Please let staff know of any food allergies at time of reservation)\n\nJoin us for Dining in the Dark\, a unique taste experience that includes a blindfold and a surprise menu. Studies show that 80% of people eat with their eyes; let your other senses take over and make your meal the ultimate taste experience. Dining in the Dark will challenge you to re-think the importance of vision in the food experience. Guests will be dining blindfolded in a darkened\, candle-lit room. Join us for date night or gather up some friends for a fun evening out…unless you’re afraid of the dark.\n\nAfter dinner fill out a card telling us what you think we served. Closest guess wins a gift card to The Gilmore Collection!\n\n6pm- Sign-In and Cocktail Hour in The Grill Room\n7pm- Dinner Service in The Dark Room
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/dining-in-the-dark-at-the-kirby-house/
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SUMMARY:Vibras Con Mi Gente at City Built!
DESCRIPTION:Vibe with us to celebrate the continued growth of our Hispanic & Latino beer collaboration initiative along with our charitable partners\, The Somos Comunidad Fund and The Grand Rapids Community Foundation.\n\nAn evening filled with Latin DJ music from DJ Bandit and DJ Preck.\n\nSpoken Word with local Latino artists and Hispanic Brewers bringing light to the importance of our efforts.\n\nSpecial menu offerings to highlighting the evening!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/vibras-con-mi-gente-at-city-built/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Round Creek String Band
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from West Michigan\, Round Creek String Band is headed to the Ore Dock Brewing Co. in Marquette\, MI. Bringing you some old time folk vibes\, this high-energy string band is sure to deliver!\n\nFree Admission\nAll Ages Welcome\nwww.roundcreekstringband.com/
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/round-creek-string-band/2024-03-01/
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