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[Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010] Rockwell's/Republic

Submitted 09-15-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

Two Bars. One Kitchen. Nine Artists. Rockwell's and Republic, located next door to the lovely Pub 43, share a kitchen but differ greatly in atmosphere. While Republic exudes a sort of sophisticated air, Rockwell's has the feel of an old fashioned...

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[Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010] Ottawa Tavern

Submitted 09-14-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

The Ottawa Tavern, filled with huge plasma television screens, is a downtown delight for many. Whether you're looking to catch a game or just want to meet friends for happy hour, the atmosphere is accomodating to all types of Grand Rapidians. A part...

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[Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010] Leo's

Submitted 09-13-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

If you like seafood, and you like ArtPrize, then a visit to Leo's will not disappoint. Offering the most fresh seafood around, definitely go straight for the pistachio-crusted halibut. While you are at it, start your meal off with a platter of...

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[Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010] Bloom

Submitted 09-13-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

Restaurant Bloom is centrally located on Monroe Center and Division; and with it's fresh menu, it serves as a perfect stopover during your ArtPrize walkabout. Bloom is reminiscent of a small-plates restaurant one would find in San Francisco – it's...

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GR native, mezzo soprano Linn Keller Performs "Hildegard of Bingen and the Living Light"

Submitted 09-13-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

How often does one get a glimpse into the life of a monastic nun from the 12th Century?Grand Rapidian and mezzo soprano Linn Maxwell Keller has just returned from the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe Festival to present her one-woman musical play, “Hildegard...

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[Eat & Drink ArtPrize 2010] Tavern on the Square

Submitted 09-13-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

 For all of those moments you are downtown, and suddenly realize that you are in the middle of of a sea of drinking establishments that cater to the alcohol, more than the food, stop in Tavern on the Square, especially during ArtPrize 2010, to...

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A quick glimpse at Fall Festival

Submitted 09-12-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

The second year of FALL FESTIVAL took place this weekend on Wealthy Street at various locations between Union and Fuller Streets. The popular event kicked off on Thursday, Sept. 8 and culminated on saturday with Salmagundi at Wealthy Theater....

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Oops here we go again.

Submitted 09-10-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

Why hello fellow Grand Rapids folk,Fall is here. You can tell because there is a dramatic, intense spike in weekend events… in fact there is SO MUCH going on over the next few weeks that you might as well just get up in the morning grab a water...

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“The Portrayal of Women” a visual representation of women in advertising's past

Submitted 08-31-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

If you have ever had the privlidge of meeting Silk Screen Artist, Amy TenBarge, you know she is a firecracker. She received a Bachelors in Fine Art and Fine Art Education from Kendall College of Art and Design, continued on to finish her Master of...

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Doozey of a week-end

Submitted 08-27-2010 under LOCAL LIFE

Wowzers Folks!Can I just say this is one of the best weekend line ups I have seen in a while?…. So exciting! The mash up between the cultural festivals sweet shows (bands galore) and a whole mash up of movie goodies… a little light on the Art but...

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