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Thomas MacEntee, Genealogy Ninja featured at West Michigan Genealogy Seminar

Submitted 09-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

Each year the Western Michigan Genealogical Society sponsors a seminar in the fall. On October 11 and 12, we welcome from Chicago, Thomas MacEntee, the Genealogy Ninja to the Prince Conference Center.

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Student-made films to be part of Mosaic Film Experience

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

The Wealthy Theatre premiered films made by students at the CMC Education film camps this past summer. These films will be a part of the Mosaic Film Experience this November.

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Tell your story in the story fort

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NONPROFITS

You'll find The Rapidian setting up a story fort to collect your story during ArtPrize at a variety of times and places for their Story Matters project.

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Join the flash mob of awesomeness

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

Richard App of Stellafly social media is organizing a city-wide flash mob on the first Friday of Artprize.

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ArtPrize speaker series to engage questions of urbanism

Submitted 09-17-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The ArtPrize Speaker Series this year includes old favorites like Critical Discourse and Shortlist, as well as events highlighting how artists interact with and affect their surroundings, from architecture to artist-run collectives.

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Lamp Light music festival gearing up for second year

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

John Hanson and company are planning the second annual Lamp Light Music Festival.

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Sanctuary Folk Art Gallery nurtures local art and places

Submitted 09-17-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Reb Roberts provides artists of no formal training with a supportive environment and uses art as a placemaker to rejuvenate communities.

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Autumnal Equinox street party joins forces with Pickle Fort for celebration

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

An eclectic block party on Fitzhugh complete with a parade and open mic art performances celebrates the changing colors and falling of the leaves.

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How to Look at Art, Part 2

Submitted 09-17-2013 under OPINION

This is the second in a four part series on how to look at art, using the DRIO process: Description, Relationships, Interpretation and Opinion. I discuss the "relationships" step in today's article.

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Catalyst Radio: Adaptive Sports program at Mary Free Bed offers activity beyond rehab

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

Through numerous year-round programs, the Wheelchair and Adaptive Sports department of Mary Free Bed provides support with activities such as hockey, tennis, SCUBA and kayaking.

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