March Coffee Hour
Join us for a morning beverage at Louise Earl Butcher to network with your fellow Local First member businesses. The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to […]
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Events
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Louise Earl Butcher 1106 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
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Local First Workshop: Best Practices for Employee Wellness & Mental Health
Prioritizing wellness and health is more important now than ever before and it's essential for businesses of all sizes to support their staff, from the front lines to the C […]
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Move Your Money: Beyond Banking
Each April, during Financial Literacy Month, the Good For Michigan and Local First programs shine a light on how our financial systems go beyond banking. Follow along to learn how your local bank […]
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April Coffee Hour
The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people […]
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LMCU Homeownership Workshop
Want to learn the ins and outs of becoming mortgage ready and a homeowner? Interested in learning about upcoming homeownership opportunities? Join us at our LMCU Homeownership Workshop Monday, April […]
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SMS Digital Marketing Workshop with Nikaira Willis
SMS Digital Marketing is an end-to-end provider of digital marketing services. Whether you're looking for a turnkey managed strategy, or services specific to a short-term campaign, our experience and approach […]
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Living Well to 100
New 100% FREE Event! Join us for an hour dedicated to you on April 27th at 6:00 PM! We will be at Beer City Bread Company off the Beltline & […]
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Small Business Resource Fair
Register to attend the free Small Business Resource Fair in Grand Rapids. We’re bringing you the resources you need to start or scale your business – all in one place! […]
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ILL-Natured: Nature’s Poisonous Beauties and Venomous Beasts Art Opening Night!
Join us to meet and greet the Michigan artists for their opening night of our latest art exhibition, ILL-NATURED: Nature's Poisonous Beauties & Venomous Beasts! First Friday Art Opening Friday, May […]
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May Coffee Hour
This year, Bloom Credit Union, Grow and the People First Economy’s Local First program are partnering for two of Local First’s regular Coffee Hour events, powered by Bloom Credit Union. Our Coffee Hour […]
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Donuts & Digital
Who can resist delicious donuts, hot coffee, and good company? That's right, we've expanded our D&D meetups to accommodate those early risers! You know who you are. Join a growing community of […]
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3rd Thursdays
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods […]
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World Turtle Day
Shellebrate Michigan's native turtles with John Ball Zoo! There will be entertaining educational activities to help increase attention and knowledge about these amazing reptiles. Catch animal programs, keeper chats, and […]
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Heritage Hill 52nd Annual Weekend Tour of Homes
In its 52nd year, one of the largest urban historic neighborhoods in the country opens its doors for a sneak peek into private homes and rarely seen public spaces during […]
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Summer Spectacular
Let the summer festivities begin!Just like you, John Ball Zoo can’t wait for all those summer time activities, so we decided to celebrate it! Join us and enjoy live music, […]
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Local First Workshop: Building Wealth & Impact in Your Small Business
Join us as we discuss ways to create a sustainable future for your business through cooperative ownership models. We've partnered with the Michigan Center for Employee Ownership to address how employee ownership […]
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June Coffee Hour
The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people […]
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Loving Day Celebration
Loving Day CelebrationJune 10, 2023 * 11am-4pmGrand Rapids Children's MuseumEbony Road Players, in partnership with the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, presents "Faces of Family: Sowing Seeds of Love." Part […]
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World Ocean Day
Today the beach is coming to the Zoo! Catch your favorite ocean characters, Moana, Ariel & Friends, as they help us celebrate and learn about the water and the many animals that live in it. Keep an eye out for educational activities, animal programs, keeper chats, and more!
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3rd Thursdays
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods of downtown Grand Rapids including Heartside, the Hotel District, Studio Park, and North Monroe. Each month over 25 participating venues will host special 3rd Thursday-only art […]
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Roaring Nights | Earth Radio
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft beer and wines, specialty food, and no kids! Each Roaring Nights will feature a different live band. Earth Radio will be joining us on Thursday, […]