• March Coffee Hour

    Louise Earl Butcher 1106 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 24th 6PM, at the LINC UP Gallery!

  • 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 are sure to prove to be a valuable asset. Our services are created to cover your business in every digital way! From Social Media Strategy […]

  • 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 & 28th Street. You will hear four local experts educate you on how you can Live Well to 100. We want to help you maximize your […]

  • 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! […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 3rd Thursdays

    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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