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Taste of Soul Sunday to celebrate African American history, culture

Submitted 02-14-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

On the third Sunday of every February, a long line of people gathers outside of the downtown Main Branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library. At exactly 1 p.m., the doors open and people of all ages stream through the doors. The smells of delicious,...

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Interview with Jeff Smith, founder of "The Grand Rapids People's History Project"

Submitted 02-13-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

NT: How would you describe the project to someone unfamiliar? JS: We all are taught history from the perspective of those who have power, those whose voices are the most dominant. The Grand Rapids People’s History Project attempts to...

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Carrying local music's 'do-it yourself' torch: A look at the Upper Room

Submitted 02-10-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

By day, people might walk right past Take Hold Church without a second thought. Take Hold Church's brown brick exterior looks the same as any other church, with a Chi-Ro cross being its one distinguishable feature.    But by...

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Local playwright talks Lake Effect Fringe Festival and more

Submitted 02-09-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

The Lake Effect Fringe Festival is a great way to showcase the original works written by local community members here in Grand Rapids. Original work is gaining momentum, and Dog Story Theater supports this to its fullest extent. LEFF is showcasing...

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The Rapidian hosts Intro to Community Journalism workshop at the Grand Rapids Public Library

Submitted 02-09-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

The Rapidian's Intro to Community Journalism Workshop began Tuesday with a presentation by Mariah Cowsert, Community Outreach Coordinator at The Rapidian. She explained how The Rapidian fits into Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Mariah...

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Hello, this is "Let's Talk GR Music"

Submitted 02-02-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

There is no denying the growth within the City of Grand Rapids. There are so many new places, faces and feelings and so many more opportunities available for some. For the Grand Rapids music community the opportunities are starting to pop up more...

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Let's Talk GR Music recap and preview

Submitted 02-02-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

On January 30, 2017, we got together to discuss the topic of “Do It Yourself” or better known as “DIY” and the culture surrounding it. For this topic we asked Lawrence Kole and Kevin Nunn to come and share their experiences...

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GVSU students stage sit-in against Donald Trump

Submitted 02-01-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

On January 31, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., a group of GVSU students came together for a sit-in to display resistance against recent executive orders put in place by President Donald Trump. This sit-in, organized by social work student Megan...

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Dyer-Ives Poetry Competition welcomes national judge, rewards local talent

Submitted 01-31-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

Over the last several years, Grand Rapids has been the scene of a burgeoning, multifaceted poetry movement. Visitors to open mic nights such as Eastown Hookah Lounge’s Smokin’ Spoken Word and Stella Lounge’s The Drunken Retort will...

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Fifth annual Lake Effect Fringe Festival kicks off at Dog Story Theater February 1

Submitted 01-30-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

Lake Effect Fringe Festival stands by its motto, “Changing the forecast for live local theatre,” as many local West Michigan talent pull together to provide a wide variety of events that span over a month, from February 1 until...

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