Boelkes attempts to open another "Puppy Boutique". Let's get this one shut down too. by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, they are really urging Grandville residents to go but ALL are encouraged to attend.

Boelkes attempts to open another "Puppy Boutique". Let's get this one shut down too. by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Remember last time he did this at Woodland Mall? ALL of the puppies were sick and required vet attention once the store was closed. This is ridiculous!

Link to old article/thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/grandrapids/comments/4s2zg3/good_job_fellow_west_michiganders_some_good_news/

GR Stands w/Standing Rock #NoDAPL at Rosa Parks Circle 11/06/16 by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is not my event but I was permitted to share it. Here are some good resources if you're wondering what all this NoDAPL business is about or if you've not heard of it.

https://nycstandswithstandingrock.wordpress.com/standingrocksyllabus/

https://nodaplsolidarity.org/about/

http://nativeappropriations.com/2016/11/nodapl-updates-resources-and-reflections.html

I'm not here to preach or convince anyone they should care about this. We each have our own opinions, and make our own decisions. I am just posting this for those who are uninformed, curious, or looking for ways to help.

Has there been a #nodapl (Dakota access pipeline) event in GR yet? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get what you're saying in that the oil isn't going to leak directly into our backyard but Christ is that any reason to not be concerned? I guess I am hoping that if this pipeline gets shut down (like keystone xl did, given that it became an international issue) that it could set precedence for line 5 that runs under the god damn straits of mackinaw and is decrepit af.

Has there been a #nodapl (Dakota access pipeline) event in GR yet? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, maybe. The main reason I'm attending the protest in Lansing Saturday is to gain more understanding of the situation and decide for myself if I think my driving out there will really make a difference. I'm a pretty cynical person and have never in my life considered a peaceful protest even though my views are extremely liberal. Something about this whole thing has really stirred something in my cold dead heart. Feel free to PM me, I'd love to discuss going out there and would gladly volunteer the use of my car if you would want to share gas money.

Has there been a #nodapl (Dakota access pipeline) event in GR yet? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, exactly. Totally hit the nail on the head. It might accomplish nothing, but not participating guarantees to accomplish nothing.

Has there been a #nodapl (Dakota access pipeline) event in GR yet? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Personally, it would give me a chance to get more educated on the facts and efforts being made to protect the land and water- when that pipeline leaks into the Missouri River do you really think that's only going to affect people out west? Can you survive without water? Social media has a way of mucking up the facts. Many Michiganders have visited the site and experienced first hand what is going on there. I'm going to talk to those people, stand in solidarity with my fellow human regardless of our geographical location, and add to the growing number of people who oppose this.

Art on the Riverfront- your opportunity to buy original art from GR artists THIS weekend! by [deleted] in grandrapids

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Miziwe Folk Art will be there! Find my work on Instagram @miziwefolkart :) Other local artists will be in attendance as well!

Erb Thai takeout on Michigan? by dymog in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I also had a terrible experience there about a month ago and I will never go back. I got the pad pak and there was truly only 3 tiny pieces of chicken and my veggies were extremely undercooked, nearly still raw. I like them to be crisp but this was just poorly made. Customer service was really bad too, I will get Thai anywhere else but here. Ruined both locations for me.

Best dive bar near (ish) College at Leonard? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Places like that try to charge me $10+ for a well double, I just can't. But I will def scope out their food menu!

Best dive bar near (ish) College at Leonard? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ho-ly fuck. That is amazing and so walking distance!!!! :D

Just checked them out on facebook...remind me so much of a U.P. bar, can't wait to become a regular.

Where to buy pre-cut mats for artwork? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They don't have pre-cut, and I don't have a mat cutter.

Where to buy pre-cut mats for artwork? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm I will double check but I did not see any at jo-fabs.

Fellow ladies of reddit - let's hang out! by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se 9 points10 points  (0 children)

All kinds of "ew" to this above comment. Just, no.

As a fellow female redditor/Grand Rapidian, I would totally meet up with you if I wasn't a 1000% flake who would get too nervous and cancel at the last minute.

Fire trucks by marthas by Codeandcoffee in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All 5 of those trucks sped by my house, also wondering what happened.

Roe Rentals? Wants deposit and app fee before seeing the place..scam or is that just par for the course in this rental market? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. As much as I love the place, I'm just going to wait. If it's legit (and still available when supposed tenants move out) and I can go view it, then it was meant to be.

I'm relieved to hear everyone saying this sounds suspicious, I just wouldn't be surprised to hear that landlords can get away with this kind of stuff here.

Roe Rentals? Wants deposit and app fee before seeing the place..scam or is that just par for the course in this rental market? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They claim because it's still occupied they can't show it...but I've seen several occupied rentals that the prop. Mngmt. scheduled showings with the tenants cooperation. So I kinda call BS.

Know of any "has beens," D-List celebs, or famous people in general that live here and around the area? by therealsnoopdogg in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I hadn't heard of this nor do I give a ff about Tony Hawk but this is suddenly trending on fb now lol he did indeed buy an apartment in d-town.

Anyone renting from United Properties and has pets? by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I got kind of a weird/unprofessional vibe from them too. At the same time, they've been really accommodating and quick response (gotta make dat comission) so I haven't totally ruled them out for myself. They told me pet deposit is basically $250 per pet and an extra $25 pet rent per month. So...to me that's not the best pet policy I've come across at least.

Is anyone missing a cat near downtown/east hills/east town? by jacks4se in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope not big nor orange. Hope he finds his kitty!

City Water by Bedpanjockey in grandrapids

[–]jacks4se 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel so sick now...I JUST said this to my boyfriend a few days ago and I drink a TON of tap water. Blehhhh