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Experts, artists, public to come together to discuss artist-run spaces

Submitted 09-23-2015 under NEWS

On Tuesday, September 29, ArtPrize will continue Critical Discourse with event Unapologetically Midwest: Artist-run Art Spaces. Four panelists, committed to developing and exploring culture and art within their respective Midwestern communities,...

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Creative Youth Center begins fall programs

Submitted 09-22-2015 under NEWS

Where do tales of world travel meet neighborhood lore? Where do curious kids intersect the jottings of an elusive poet-wanderer? And where do seemingly ordinary students reveal their true identities as talented, published authors? The Creative Youth...

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Critical Discourse brings debate to community

Submitted 09-22-2015 under NEWS

From September 28 to October 6, ArtPrize will be hosting a series of events called Critical Discourse at 7 p.m. each night in the ArtPrize HUB (41 Sheldon Blvd. SE). This event serves the purpose of opening up the discussion of art to the public,...

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Catalyst Radio: WMEAC takes action for a better environment.

Submitted 09-18-2015 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW This episode of Catalyst Radio features the local long-standing nonprofit West Michigan Environmental Action Council.  WMEAC has served as the...

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Wisemaker partners with ArtPrize to bring artmaking to everyone

Submitted 09-15-2015 under NEWS

Wisemaker of The Geek Group is partnering with ArtPrize this fall to lead free, family-friendly Pop Up Workshops at The Hub every Saturday during ArtPrize. There will also be two open drop In studios at both The Hub and All Access Studio during...

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She Rides her Own Way to host Women and Bikes speaker series

Submitted 09-15-2015 under NEWS

She Riders Her Own Way will kick off their "Women and Bike" Speaker Series on September 17 to introduce the women's movement in cycling and encourage new riders to experience bike culture. Keynote panelists include ...

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Instruments of Hope invites all to take meditative walk on International Day of Peace

Submitted 09-15-2015 under NEWS

Instruments of Hope invites all to come and experience the pathway of peace at the Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden in observance of this year's International Day of Peace on Sunday, September 20. Enjoy a peaceful contemplative walk...

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Call for contributors: Upcoming training to write, report during Artprize

Submitted 09-08-2015 under NEWS

On Thursday, September 17, The Rapidian is holding a special new reporter training with focus on contributing content for ArtPrize. If you’ve ever been interest in writing for a citizen journalism platform and don’t know what that all...

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Citizens needed to fill City of Grand Rapids boards and commissions

Submitted 09-01-2015 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids is looking for volunteers to help them fill roles in a total of 40 citizen boards and commissions. City officials are specifically looking to increase the diversity in those boards and commissions, and encourage women...

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Legacy of playing together

Submitted 08-28-2015 under NEWS

There is a rich musical tradition in Grand Rapids that is tied closely with the visual arts. The Grand Rapids Symphony Musicians Association and longtime partners the Grand Rapids Public Museum are showcasing this tradition with a free concert in...

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