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The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio-- Fiber Arts Program

Submitted 10-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

Heartside artist and neighbor, Jennifer Beaven talks about why our Fiber Arts program has much to sing about.

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Stones-themed Starlight Six NYE Show planned at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 10-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

Michigan favorites "Starlight Six" reform to return to Wealthy Theatre once again, on New Year's Eve - their tribute to the 'Stones, called "Exile on Wealthy Street," will be the best NYE concert in town - and the best deal on tickets.

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ArtPrize 2013: Michael J Mayosky, the traveling muralist

Submitted 10-01-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Kansas City native says life (and art) is always an adventure.

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Local Eagle Scout continues his Scouting journey

Submitted 09-30-2013 under NEWS

New Eagle Scout Zach Schemmel keeps serving, growing in Scouting

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Can art actually save cities?

Submitted 09-30-2013 under OPINION

Inspired by the ArtPrize speaker series talk, I ask questions about how art can save cities- and how cities can save artists.

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Story Matters: Janet Peterson remembers rolling down Lookout Hill as a child

Submitted 09-30-2013 under NONPROFITS

Janet Peterson remembers her father taking the kids to Lookout Hill- and is reminded of her own memories downtown whenever she sees kids rolling down the hills at Meijer Gardens now.

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Story Matters: Jennifer Prasad watches downtown buildings change, grow

Submitted 09-30-2013 under NONPROFITS

Jennifer Prasad stopped by our story fort when we were at Propaganda Doughnuts and talks about how she's seen ArtPrize - and downtown- change.

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Catalyst Radio: GRPM exhibit highlights grandmothers making global change

Submitted 09-30-2013 under NEWS

“Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon” displays the work of author, photographer Paola Gianturco at the Grand Rapids Public Museum

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Brewery Vivant to introduce rare, limited brews at 3rd annual Wood-Aged Beer Festival

Submitted 09-30-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Sample from a wide selection of Brewery Vivant barrel-aged beers at this year's Wood-Aged Beer Festival. While you drink your beer, tell The Rapidian your story at the story fort.

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ArtPrize 2013: Dustin Rogers' symbols of [mis]communication

Submitted 09-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

"Jessica can Type and Steven can Honk" captures the ever-present possibility for miscommunication.

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