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Disability 101 (Part 1): Disability as dialogue

Submitted 01-13-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

The mission of DisArt Festival 2015 is to change perceptions about disability, one work of art at a time. This is the first in a four-part series designed to help readers grapple with the cultural and philosophical questions that surround physical and mental difference.

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Riolo Creative Engineering thrives on innovation

Submitted 01-13-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Marco Riolo shares his experience working in the creative field and what it takes to be successful in a competitive business where innovative thinking is a necessity.

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Heritage Theatre's 25th Anniversary Gala

Submitted 01-12-2015 under NONPROFITS

Heritage Theatre Group is excited to announce our first annual gala event on January 31, 2015 at San Chez Bistro!

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Catalyst Radio: Chiaroscuro International Film Series begins Sunday

Submitted 01-09-2015 under NEWS

Five international films exploring the theme “generations” – many never-before shown in theaters in this country -- will be screened beginning on Jan. 11, and continuing through Mar. 8.

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Hideous delight of paint steals show in "Buying Friends" at UICA

Submitted 01-07-2015 under OPINION

West Michigan native Ryan Kortman's collection of over 80 works by 36 artists brings jarring and memorable work to the UICA. A collector's talk and catalogue signing at UICA is open to the public Friday, January 9 at 7 p.m.

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Craft House expands programming with "Kitchen Gallery"

Submitted 01-06-2015 under NEWS

Craft House Gallery is showcasing new artwork based on appointment. The current collection is available for preview online.

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Catalyst Radio: Paschka's audio and community interests lead him to WYCE

Submitted 12-19-2014 under NEWS

After serving with two Grand Rapids arts organizations, AJ Paschka finds that being the new station manager of WYCE is a natural progression.

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New festival to introduce area to disability art; works to build access, understanding

Submitted 12-16-2014 under NEWS

The DisArt Festival will be the largest festival on disability and art in the United States to date, says founder and director Chris Smit.

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Walking a tightrope between race, art in Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-16-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

An interview with artist and teacher Derrick Hollowell about making and selling art- and being seen- in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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(Don't) Follow your passion

Submitted 12-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

We all want to be successful. When we do, we talk about our passions, but is that a good idea? One book from the Grand Rapids Public Library says otherwise.

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