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'Give Peace a Chance' Benefit for Dispute Resolution Center of West Michigan
by (vmullen)
Submitted 09-10-2015 under
Dispute Resolution Center of West Michigan (DRCWM) is pleased to announce its second annual event celebration of International Conflict Resolution Day on Thursday, October 15, 2015, from 7-9 pm at the B.O.B.-EVE, 20 Monroe Ave. NW in Grand Rapids,...
Story Matters: Mitchell Heathman explores his new city
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-04-2013 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. While at various ArtPrize venues throughout the event, The Rapidian's Story Matters...
Story Matters: Mateo Pava's philosophy on what makes art
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-03-2013 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. While at various ArtPrize venues throughout the event, The Rapidian's Story Matters...
West Michigan Jazz Society carries on mission of founding leaders
by (Renato)
Submitted 11-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Betty Forrest had a passion for jazz, and she was married to a jazz musician. Jack Hoppus was a radio DJ with his own all-night jazz show for WLAV, and collected jazz records while opening up Jack’s Record Shop. Together, these two helped to...
ArtPrize Artist Profile: Claudia Santillan-Lensink, upcycled material master of manipulation
by (avalons_mamason)
Submitted 09-26-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
“When I first started doing mosaics, it was because I needed cheaper materials,” says Claudia Santillan-Lensink, laughing about her choice of craft media. She explains that when she walks her dog or takes her infant daughter out, she is...
All aboard the Okavark to create sustainable peace
by (yuengerr)
Submitted 09-25-2012 under OPINION
Anybody seeking to escape the chaotic madness and vote pandering that is much of ArtPrize, specifically near The BOB, hop on board the magic bus. “How much are tickets for the next ride?” jokes one admirer as he entered. The bus is a...
Jacqueline Gilmore responds to ArtPrize criticism
by (silverman)
Submitted 09-30-2009 under OPINION
If the Rapidian is to be of the people, then we need to be fair to the people. I respect the points that have been made about Artprize and some of the marketing that has been used in it. I also believe that everyone needs to have a voice, especially...