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Summit focuses on empowering through multiple literacies

Submitted 10-02-2014 under NONPROFITS

More than 200 people convened at Calvin College for the third annual Community Literacy Summit.

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We are all connected: ArtPrize artist, Red Cross explore "This Enigmatic World"

Submitted 10-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

Alla Dickson pays tribute to her personal experience by dedicating “This Enigmatic World” to local American Red Cross volunteers

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides perfect opportunity for continued conversation and action around violence prevention

Submitted 09-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

Kent County agencies join together to provide Domestic Violence Awareness Month community events

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October's First Friday event to feature ArtPrize venues

Submitted 09-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

The month of October brings an electrifying feel to the Avenue for the Arts, as well as to the rest of downtown Grand Rapids, as artists from all over the country showcase artwork during Artprize, which coincides with First Fridays on the Avenue.

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Public responds to Shortlist selections

Submitted 09-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

[VIDEO] Right after attending the Jurors' Shortlist event last night, many of the audience stopped by our response stations to reflect on the choices presented. Each night of Critical Discourse, response stations will be available for the public to share their opinions.

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GRPS Partners with WMEAC for Teach for the Watershed Program

Submitted 09-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Public Schools expands the current partnership with WMEAC to expand environmental education to all students.

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NPO Showcase: Michigan Eating Disorders Alliance

Submitted 09-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

MIEDA works to reduce the impact of eating disorders through education and prevention.

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Story Matters: Lance Climie recalls Les Idees, first foodie restaurant in Grand Rapids

Submitted 09-28-2014 under NONPROFITS

Lance Climie recalls his time as the day bartender at Les Idees, a restaurant at The Morton House that was "contrarian to what had existed in Grand Rapids before."

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Story Matters: Brian Balderston explains attraction for artists to SiTE:LAB

Submitted 09-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

Brian Balderston, from Present Company, explains why his team of artists was attracted to working with SiTE:LAB, and how Paul Amenta got them interested in participating in ArtPrize.

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Story Matters: Daniel Doane retells story of father's work as electrician on The Morton House

Submitted 09-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

From his father putting in the electrical system to the multiple changes to both the building and the street in front of it, Daniel Doane shares his memories of our city's growth and struggles.

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