Catalyst Radio: Rapidian Recap show highlights ArtPrize, news from cultural institutions
Submitted 09-28-2018 under NEWS
This month's Rapidian Recap show looks at offerings from local cultural organizations during ArtPrize and how to get involved with the storytelling platform.
In Season: September 28, 2018
Submitted 09-28-2018 under NONPROFITS
Formal Friday at the Market is officially underway! Come be entertained by your favorite vendors while you shop outside for some delicious Michigan food!
Calling all Mamavists!
Submitted 09-28-2018 under OPINION
We have neither adequate political representation at the local, state and national levels nor enough collective wealth to directly influence the political process. What we do have is enough sense to know a lot of policy prevents Michigan families from obtaining basic resources and opportunities.
Kent County Domestic Violence Community Coordinated Response Team honors domestic homicide victims
Submitted 09-28-2018 under NONPROFITS
Candlelight Vigil to be held Monday to honor victims of domestic violence homicide.
Public kept from room at Kent County Board of Commissioners meeting
Submitted 09-27-2018 under NEWS
The Kent County Board of Commissioners held its monthly meeting today, Thursday, September 27, 2018 without anyone from the public in the room. Residents who come for public comment were instructed to sit in a room next door and watch the meeting on closed circuit tv.
Make It Take It: A creative happy hour to be held on October 18
Submitted 09-26-2018 under NONPROFITS
Join WMCAT for a creative happy hour, Make It Take It, on Thursday, October 18 from 6-9 pm for appetizers, drinks, music, and creative activities!
Free ArtPrize concerts featuring Grand Rapids Symphony at The Morton, Friday and Saturday
Submitted 09-25-2018 under NONPROFITS
Grand Rapids Symphony presents cutting-edge new music by four emerging composers entered in ArtPrize 2018.
Former Ottawa County Clerk endorses 'Promote the Vote' ballot initiative
Submitted 09-25-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
Daniel Krueger, former Ottawa County Clerk for 36 years, announced his support for Proposal 3, also known as the ‘Promote the Vote’ ballot initiative. The ballot proposal would amend the state’s constitution to secure voting changes regardless of which party is in power in the state of Michigan.
Backlash to Cosecha disruption at ArtPrize showcases problem with typical 'West Michigan nice'
Submitted 09-25-2018 under NONPROFITS
"#EndTheContract but not like that" is the response we receive when we interrupt ArtPrize and County Commission meetings. Grand Rapids, we need to talk about movement building, institutional power, and the racism in 'civil conversation.'
Downtown Market hosting annual Small Plates, Big Impact fundraiser on October 11
Submitted 09-25-2018 under NONPROFITS
The event benefits Downtown Market’s nonprofit education foundation including culinary medicine, job training and entrepreneur programs. Tickets include libations and a strolling dinner throughout the Market Hall featuring exclusive small plate dining experiences from various Market vendors.