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Catalyst Radio: Open Projector provides chance for local filmmakers to showcase works

Submitted 12-06-2013 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW Open Projector is a project at Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts focused on showcasing the work of local filmmakers. Organizers want to help create...

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Downtown Grand Rapids Inc joins efforts of several groups under one roof

Submitted 12-04-2013 under NEWS

Previously there were three different groups focusing on improving Grand Rapids in various and sometimes overlapping ways. These groups include the Downtown Development Authority, the Downtown Alliance and Downtown Improvement District. In 2010, a...

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Asia Monet Ray and Jordyn Jones visit Grand Rapids!

Submitted 12-04-2013 under NEWS

     Asia Monet Ray and Jordyn Jones held a master class and exclusive meet and greet on November 17, 2013 at Expressions Dance in Wyoming. The event was held to raise money for The Brand UR and antibully charity both girls support. A...

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UICA to host 25th annual Holiday Artists' Market

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

From December 6 starting at 5 p.m. through December 7 at 7 p.m., the UICA will host its annual Holiday Artists' Market. Available for purchase will be locally crafted goods, artwork, jewelry, toys, greeting cards and other accessories. In...

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Cast your vote for best window display during Window Wonderland Campaign

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

On November 22 Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. launched its Window Wonderland Campaign, an effort that challenges downtown businesses to create unique holiday themed window displays. Collaborating with local shops are students from Kendall College of Art...

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First Fridays on Avenue for the Arts offers chance for unique holiday shopping

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

On December 6 from 6-10 p.m. galleries along the Division Avenue corridor will be open during evening hours for First Fridays. The event is designed around local artisans with work for sale. Handmade goods, artwork and drink specials will be...

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Grand Rapids-based startup launches app to help feed hungry children

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

 A local team of innovators has created a mobile web app that is designed to allow its users to donate money to international and local charities simply by dining out at area restaurants. FoodCircles, a small local nonprofit team, has recently...

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Catalyst Radio: Ele's Place offers support for children dealing with grief

Submitted 12-02-2013 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW In this edition of Catalyst Radio we feature Ele’s Place -- the local nonprofit working to provide support for children, and their families, who...

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Downtown Ambassadors strive to improve quality of life

Submitted 11-27-2013 under NEWS

Most of us who live or work downtown have seen them: the Downtown Ambassadors. They’re easy to find on segway, bike or foot in their teal polos with white “info” logos on their shoulders. The question buzzing around town is: what...

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Connect to the City of Grand Rapids government through social media

Submitted 11-27-2013 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids has been working to make it easier for citizens who use social media to learn more about their city. Frequent posts bring up a variety of issues over multiple social media websites very quickly. "Sometimes that's...

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