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SUMMARY:Summer Spectacular
DESCRIPTION: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\, animal activities\, and specialty food for that festival feel.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/hippopalooza/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
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SUMMARY:Local First Workshop: Building Wealth & Impact in Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss ways to create a sustainable future for your business through cooperative ownership models. \nWe’ve partnered with the Michigan Center for Employee Ownership to address how employee ownership models strengthen workforce attraction and retention as well as long-term business planning for various industries. Here’s what to expect from this interactive workshop\, led by Roy Messing: \n\nAn interactive presentation and Q+A with Roy Messing\n\n\nTake-home review sheets with best practices + next steps (in English)\n\n\nTime to network and connect with fellow business leaders\n\nThis is a Local First workshop opportunity and is free for members to attend! Please select the appropriate ticket option when checking out and contact our team with any questions. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Spots are limited to the first 35 registrants. Sign up today!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/local-first-workshop-building-wealth-impact-in-your-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:June Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION: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 first. We host them monthly with the support of Bloom Credit Union. \nHost highlight: GRCM is two floors of hands-on interactive exhibits and daily drop-in programs that inspire learning through play. GRCM has been a playful destination in downtown Grand Rapids\, MI for over 25 years and 4 million guests! \nSafety expectations: We’d like to continue meeting monthly\, in-person for our Coffee Hour events. To safely do so\, event attendees are expected to adhere to current CDC recommendations. Masks are optional and we have developed a sticker system to identify attendees’ comfort levels. Changes to this protocol will be made when/if necessary. \nWe hope you’ll join us for good coffee and good conversation!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/june-coffee-hour/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230509T182418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T184055Z
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SUMMARY:Loving Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 of the 9th Annual West Michigan’s Loving Day Celebration\, this festival-style celebration will include fun activities\, art and entertainment for the whole family. All outdoor activities are FREE to the public. You can also enhance the experience with paid admission to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. \nFree outdoor activities include:???? Planting seeds???? Face painting???? Live Mural by Monk Mattheaus (from One Peace Festival)???? Button making sponsored by Little Space Studio???? Library card sign-ups with the Kent District Library and Grand Rapids Public Library ???? Community resources and vendorsIn addition to access to the museum\, paid admission includes:???? Cultural book readings???? Dancing???? Show Your Face art activity???? Funny Faces interactive installation???? Family photo booth (with souvenir)???? and more!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/loving-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
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SUMMARY:World Ocean Day
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/world-ocean-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230615T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T182310Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Sip. Shop. Stroll. \nThird 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 exhibitions\, special events and sales.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/3rd-thursdays/2023-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230615T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230424T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182521Z
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SUMMARY:Roaring Nights | Earth Radio
DESCRIPTION: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\, June 15th! \n 
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/roaring-nights-earth-radio/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230623T180000
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SUMMARY:2 Million Diapers Donated Celebration
DESCRIPTION:2 Million Diapers Donated CelebrationJune 23\, 2023    *   6-9pmGrand Rapids Children’s Museum\nCelebrate with the Great Start Parent Coalition of Kent County at GRCM! With the help of pantry partners\, 2 MILLION DIAPERS have been donated to families in Kent County! Join us at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum for a FREE night of family-friendly fun\, food\, raffles\, and surprises! ????
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/2-million-diapers-donated-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230626T160000
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SUMMARY:Let's Play! Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum invites you to the 4th Annual Let’s Play! Golf Outing. Please join us Monday\, June\n26th at Thornapple Pointe Golf Course. This fundraiser will help the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum continually provide\nfunding by supporting our efforts to bring play to ALL children in our community through open-ended programs\, exhibits\,\noutreach initiatives\, and community partnerships.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/lets-play-golf-outing/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T204654Z
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SUMMARY:KINSTRETCH @ Pleasant Park
DESCRIPTION:These classes are for the community living in Heritage Hill\, but everyone is welcome!\n\nKINSTRETCH is a body control practice. You’ll learn how to move your body in new ways\, improving strength\, range of motion\, and overall health and fitness.\n\nBring a mat\, water bottle\, and yoga block if you have one.\n\nThis class is 100% FREE; however\, you are welcome to donate to our nonprofit\, Move With Purpose; this can be done by clicking the ticket link.\n\nIf you have any questions at all\, please post them in the discussion.\n\nShare this with your friends and tag anyone you know that might be interested.\n\nThank you!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/kinstretch-pleasant-park-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230424T172356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182455Z
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SUMMARY:Roaring Nights | Mama's Hot Sauce
DESCRIPTION: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. Mama’s Hot Sauce will be joining us on Thursday\, June 29th!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/roaring-nights-mamas-hot-sauce/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230704T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230731T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230612T154656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T154115Z
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SUMMARY:Indie Month Staycation Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:This July\, People First Economy’s Local First program shines a light on the indie businesses that make our community unique\, vibrant and resilient! \nLooking for ways to celebrate the local businesses you love and win fun prizes!? During Indie Month\, participate in Local First’s BINGO and/or Love Your Locals challenges to be entered to win a curated West Michigan Staycation package\, which includes: \n\nA night’s stay at their Grand Rapids location at City Flats Hotel\nPopcorn bucket and gift cards to Celebration Cinema\nCider and koosie from Farmhaus Cider Co.\nGazelle Sports gift card\nGift certificate to OTONO\nWest Michigan goodies and gift card to Schuler Books\nCertificate to Midtown Live Music at Studio Park\nAnd a local restaurant!\n\n \nLearn how to play at https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/indie-month/. \nIndie Month is powered by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and Celebration Cinema!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/indie-month-staycation-giveaway/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230706T180000
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CREATED:20230424T173213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T182630Z
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SUMMARY:Beat the Heat
DESCRIPTION:Come beat the summer heat with our animals at John Ball Zoo! Our animals will cool down with ice treat enrichment\, Anna\, Elsa and friends will make an appearance\, and we’ll have some other frozen activities to help get through the hot summer days!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/beat-the-heat/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230620T175250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T175250Z
UID:10000108-1689098400-1689102000@peoplefirsteconomy.org
SUMMARY:KINSTRETCH @ Pleasant Park
DESCRIPTION:These classes are for the community living in Heritage Hill\, but everyone is welcome!\n\nKINSTRETCH is a body control practice. You’ll learn how to move your body in new ways\, improving strength\, range of motion\, and overall health and fitness.\n\nBring a mat\, water bottle\, and yoga block if you have one.\n\nThis class is 100% FREE; however\, you are welcome to donate to our nonprofit\, Move With Purpose; this can be done by clicking the ticket link.\n\nIf you have any questions at all\, please post them in the discussion.\n\nShare this with your friends and tag anyone you know that might be interested.\n\nThank you!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/kinstretch-pleasant-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230713T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230424T173531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182415Z
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SUMMARY:Roaring Nights | Main Street Dueling Pianos
DESCRIPTION: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. Main Street Dueling Pianos will be joining us on Thursday\, July 13th!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/roaring-nights-main-street-dueling-pianos/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230714T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230518T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T202540Z
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SUMMARY:July Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION: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 first. We host them monthly with the support of Bloom Credit Union. \nHost highlight: Hello Homes GR are a lot of things\, such as Grand Rapids experts\, animal lovers\, coffee bingers\, beer enthusiasts\, and concert junkies. Professionally\, we are an energetic team here to help you with all of your real estate needs whether you are looking to buy\, sell\, or lease. But that’s what every real estate agent says\, right? So\, what makes us different? Exceptional customer service. Accessibility. Knowledge. Honesty. FUN! \nSafety expectations: We’d like to continue meeting monthly\, in-person for our Coffee Hour events. To safely do so\, event attendees are expected to adhere to current CDC recommendations. Masks are optional and we have developed a sticker system to identify attendees’ comfort levels. Changes to this protocol will be made when/if necessary. \nWe hope you’ll join us for good coffee and good conversation!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/july-coffee-hour/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230719T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230424T174101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182403Z
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SUMMARY:World Chimp Day
DESCRIPTION:Start your day off right having Breakfast with the Animals at John Ball Zoo! Breakfast will be served on the South American Boardwalk\, followed by a guided tour to two animal exhibits of your choosing. One group will take a stroll through Natural Treasures and Spider Monkeys\, while the other goes to hang out with the Chimpanzees and Lions. Either choice will make for an entertaining way to start your day! \nThis breakfast is a summer series. If you aren’t able to see all of your favorite animals at one breakfast\, you can always come back for another! \n*Disclaimer: Weather and animal activity could make for last minute changes. If less than 10 tickets are sold\, your ticket will be moved to another available date.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/world-chimp-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230720T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230518T182309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T182310Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Sip. Shop. Stroll. \nThird 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 exhibitions\, special events and sales.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/3rd-thursdays/2023-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230727T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230727T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230424T174749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182353Z
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SUMMARY:Roaring Nights | Project 90
DESCRIPTION: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. Project 90 will be joining us on Thursday\, July 27th!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/roaring-nights-project-90/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230509T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T184113Z
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SUMMARY:Day of Play Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 6th Annual “Day of Play” Celebration on July 30\, 2023 from noon-4pm at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum in downtown Grand Rapids. This community outreach initiative began with a proclamation by Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss\, and is designed to encourage children and families to celebrate PLAY! This year\, we are closing the street to bring play outside on the Rainbow Road! A dedicated group of community partners will offer creative\, interactive experiences for visitors\, including live animals\, yard games\, crafts\, and bubbles! Plus\, the museum will be open for play with FREE admission. \nThis event is free and open to the public! Join us! \nView event info here: https://www.grcm.org/dayofplay2023
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/day-of-play-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230803T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230425T164728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182309Z
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SUMMARY:WGVU Kids Day
DESCRIPTION:WGVU’s KidsDay at the Zoo is back on Thursday\, August 3rd! Join WGVU Public Media\, John Ball Zoo\, and all of our supporting partners for a fantastic day at the Zoo! KidsDay is guaranteed to provide a packed day of fun\, adventure\, and entertainment for kids\, families\, and friends. Zoo admission is only $5 per person on KidsDay!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/wgvu-kids-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230425T164918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182253Z
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SUMMARY:Roaring Nights | Cabildo
DESCRIPTION: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. Cabildo will be performing on Tuesday\, August 8th!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/roaring-nights-cabildo/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182237Z
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SUMMARY:World Lion Day
DESCRIPTION:John Ball Zoo is celebrating our Lions and other felines\, you could even say it’s a feline festival! Check out all of the educational activities by your favorite felines. Authentic African dancers and musicians will be joining the celebration in efforts to raise awareness towards conservation efforts and teach guests how you can contribute to “Protect the Pride”!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/world-lion-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230811T153423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T153508Z
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SUMMARY:Open Projector Night
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate short films with the Open Projector Night series\, a recurring cinematic event presenting the work of local\, regional\, and national filmmakers with a Michigan connection. Enjoy a diverse range of movies from animated narratives\, and commercial work\, to experimental pieces. After the event\, participate in a question-and-answer panel with the filmmakers and vote for your favorite short film.\n\nFeaturing:\nLone Wolf – Nicholas D Gascho\, Brittany Dunn\nHim/Her – Kaleb Liermann\nNew Holland – James Kessel\, Nick Buwalda\nIn Between the Lines – George Maxin Reynolds\nGnosis – Peaches Wilczak\nWaffle Home – Matt Everitt\nAnd He Was Like… – Isis Diaz\nPink Sky: Behind the Sun – Jackson Ezinga\nFood Time – Craigen Z Oster\nHarvesting Toxins – Colleen Kellog\nHosted by: Joe Anderson\nDoors: 6:00 PM\nShowtime: 7:00 PM\n$8 General Admission\n$6 CMC\, Wealthy Theatre\, KCAD Students\, UICA Members\n\nPlease consider that Open Projector Night is an ongoing film series; its intent is to showcase the diversity of films connected to Michigan and establish a venue to highlight local film in Grand Rapids\, MI. Films are selected and curated into a 85-minute program by a panel of Wealthy Theatre staff and volunteers.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/open-projector-night/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Amaze & Amuse: A Modern Day Magic Show wsg "Just Joe" Chasney
DESCRIPTION:Amaze & Amuse is a modern day magic show that features comedy\, mind blowing magic and lots of audience participation held in the 60 seat intimate Koning Micro Cinema at Wealthy Theatre. The show will feature Grand Rapids comedy magician Trino and special guest magician “Just Joe” Chasney. This show is recommended for ages 13+.\n\nTicket Information:\nReserved Seating Tickets are $30\nVIP Tickets are $40 and include a deck of cards and guaranteed seating in the first 2 rows.\nDoors – 6pm\nShow – 6:30pm\n\nAbout the Performers:\nTrino- Having grown up just an hour from “The Magic Capital of the World” (Colon\, MI)\, Trino learned the art from top professionals that helped him quickly grow into a seasoned performer and entertainer.\nFor 15 years (over half his life) Trino has loved bringing laughter\, amazement\, and high-quality entertainment to audiences of all ages. Now based in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, you can find him entertaining at various events and traveling the country with his wife\, Ashley\, and their hairless cat\, Cannoli.\nThanks to his combination of skill and quick wit\, Trino has been privileged to perform for celebrities such as Gene Simmons (KISS)\, Lee Brice (Billboard Chart Topping Country Artist)\, Kevin Nealon (SNL\, Weeds) and many others. Most recently Trino was seen on the CW Network’s newest season of Masters of Illusion.\n\nSpecial guest “Just Joe” Chasney is a premier comedy magician from the Detroit area who has been amazing and delighting audiences of all ages for over 25 years. His comedic antics will keep you laughing as his magic astounds you. He has been featured at Ford Field\, Little Caesars Arena\, Sandals Resorts\, and Carnival Cruises. His clients\, which include IBM\, Detroit Pistons\, Google\, and Hyatt Hotels\, have called him “fascinating\,” “fun\,” “incredible\,” and “hilarious!” When you see him\, you’ll agree. He’s not just any magician\, he’s Just Joe!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/amaze-amuse-a-modern-day-magic-show-wsg-just-joe-chasney/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:August Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION: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 first. We host them monthly with the support of Bloom Credit Union. \nHost highlight: Cocoon Art Space\, the artful\, cozy\, wondrous place\, is a working a contemporary art gallery and retail shop that offers shoppers access to local art\, distinctive artisan goods\, and specialty art supplies! \nSafety expectations: We’d like to continue meeting monthly\, in-person for our Coffee Hour events. To safely do so\, event attendees are expected to adhere to current CDC recommendations. Masks are optional and we have developed a sticker system to identify attendees’ comfort levels. Changes to this protocol will be made when/if necessary. \nWe hope you’ll join us for good coffee and good conversation!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/august-coffee-hour/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T150000
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SUMMARY:ART! At the Market
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, August 13th\, from 10 AM to 3 PM\, 100+ vendors will feature art\, crafts\, and locally grown flowers at Fulton Street Market!\n\nDuring your visit\, eat among concessions vendors while participating in artisan-led workshops and kids activities.\n\nFor event-specific details\, read below:\nWorkshop: Paige Soy Candles\nKids Activity: Jasmine Apothecary\nConcessions: Patty Matters\, Savor the Flavor\, Mon Cheri Creperie\, Runyon House Roasts\, and Popnotch Goods\, and Mandoo: Korean Dumpling\nFlowers: River Valley Flowers\, Kelley’s Cut Flowers\, and Leo + Lore
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/art-at-the-market/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
CREATED:20230813T004932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T130750Z
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SUMMARY:Bounce the Bear Skydives
DESCRIPTION:We are hosting a fun family fun event this Sunday\, August 13th at 11:30 am! Come out and see Bounce\, the bear\, make a skydive! At approximately 11:30 am\, we will be flying our King Air over the airport where Bounce will exit the plane\, and land safely to our designated landing area. He’s an experienced jumper\, but hasn’t made a jump yet this year so he’s excited! Children and their adults are welcome to watch directly from our landing area. Bonus points if anyone is able to catch Bounce before he lands- there will be free swag/toy giveaway! \nFor any event attendees wanting to make a jump this Sunday\, we will also be offering a $25 discount for you! Come out and experience a fun unique time with your family\, friends\, or just bring yourself! All are welcome.
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/bounce-the-bear-skydives/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230814T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230820T210000
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SUMMARY:Broad Leaf in Kentwood 4 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Guess what? Broad Leaf’s four year anniversary is coming up and we are ready to party the week away from August 15-20! Get ready for the ultimate celebrations with awesome deals\, prizes\, fun activities\, and more! \n\nOn Tuesday\, the anniversary day itself\, you can join in on the Trivia\, compete for amazing prizes\, and the first place winning team will each get a Leaf Pile membership\, plus a $50 gift card to split! \n\nOn Wednesday\, join in on the famous Four-Reigner Karaoke Night and be the Jukebox Hero to get a pair of Broad Leaf sunglasses! \n\nOn Thursday\, listen to the amazing Cheap Emotion solo act and The Sailor Kicks for that live\, local music banger! \n\nOn Friday\, get ready for the new Sour Lake: Lychee\, Pineapple\, and Toasted Marshmallow flavors plus some of your favorite throwback meals with a twist! \n\nIt’s time to mark your calendars sooner\, rather than later and let the celebrations begin!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/broad-leaf-in-kentwood-4-year-anniversary/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170155
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SUMMARY:Gabriel James
DESCRIPTION:Live music from 6:00pm – 9:00pm!
URL:https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/event/gabriel-james/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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