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 account can have BIG impact! Not banking locally yet? Learn how you can move your money at https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/move-your-money/. Move Your Money is powered by Lake […]
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. Host highlight: Academy Wealth Management provides evidence-based financial planning for dual career couples and business owners. […]
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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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 & […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 West Michigan-based marketers, artists, freelancers, and communications professionals. Collaborate, network, and exchange ideas and career possibilities. Mingle and discuss strategy, design, freelancing, sales, and all […]
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 […]
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 other entertainment throughout the day.
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 the Annual Heritage Hill Weekend Tour of Homes. A variety of architectural styles will be on display, including a grand neoclassical beauty with an extraordinary […]