2016
Remember to vote for local offices: Learn more about Kent County candidates
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 11-07-2016 under NEWS
Community journalist Amy Carpenter-Leugs interviewed several local candidates for the Kent County offices up for election today. We've gathered them here to help inform your voting. Kent County Clerk "The Kent County Clerk works with city...
Between Our Homes: Finding comfort in the unexpected during ArtPrize
by (mariahcaitlin)
Submitted 10-04-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
With public installation pieces across unexpected spots downtown during ArtPrize, Hailey Lamb, KCAD Senior, allows us to dive into the art of the everyday. "Between Our Homes" is a series of public installations using large vinyl...
Dancing is transforming my view of art, ArtPrize
by (Antonio Jaimes)
Submitted 10-04-2016 under OPINION
ArtPrize, a favorite time of year for many locals here in Grand Rapids. When the leaves begin to change color, and the warmth of the air shifts into a cool breeze, the downtown area becomes a place of discovery and curiosity. My name is Antonio...
This place is not abandoned: How the Cultura Collective is approaching ArtPrize
by (Steff)
Submitted 09-27-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
“This place doesn’t feel like ArtPrize. And it’s awesome.” This was overheard on Sunday afternoon during the artist reception for the Cultura Collective, the group of creatives that took over the space at 912 Grandville Ave...
October 11 voter registration deadline approaching
by (Jeff Broddle)
Submitted 09-27-2016 under NEWS
The November 8 general election is approaching fast, but there's another date coming more quickly: the October 11 deadline to vote. "Registration is extremely important because if you are not registered to vote, you can't vote,"...
Artists Creating Together hosts Creative Lab at Downtown Market
by (Downtown Market GR)
Submitted 09-27-2016 under NONPROFITS
On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Artists Creating Together will host the ACT Creative Lab in partnership with ArtPrize Labs at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market to celebrate the arts and inclusion in the Grand Rapids community. As an ArtPrize Labs partner...
GoSite ramps up for ArtPrize Eight
by (GoSite)
Submitted 09-13-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer, has passed. School is in session, ArtPrize Eight is around the corner, and the GoSite at Grand Rapids Art Museum is enthusiastically preparing to welcome visitors to...
UICA curates thoughtful ArtPrize Eight exhibition
by (KCAD)
Submitted 09-13-2016 under NONPROFITS
The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA), Michigan’s largest contemporary art center, looks toward to the future for its 2016 ArtPrize presentation. Its exhibition, "FUTURE TALK," is a brief survey of recent digital and...
On accountability, doing the work and public discourse
by (prfcgr)
Submitted 08-31-2016 under NONPROFITS
This piece is from the staff of Partners for a Racism-Free Community and does not represent the views of affiliated organizations or partners. More often than not, when particular spotlights are placed on individuals we are confronted by histories...
In Season: May 21, 2016
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 05-18-2016 under NONPROFITS
New Items: Asparagus Morel Mushrooms Rhubarb Garden Transplants Flower Baskets Produce: Apples Arugula Beans (Dried) Beets Carrots Green Garlic Herbs Kale Leeks Lettuce Microgreens (Radishes, Sunflowers, Peas, Mixes) Mushrooms Potatoes (...