Grassroots benefit concert raises funds for family fleeing Palestine
Submitted 10-28-2024 under LOCAL LIFE
Woodstock Fest at the James Russell House raised $2,603 for a Gaza-based family, blending art, music and community in Grand Rapids. This year’s lineup showcased first-timers and veteran local musicians alike.
St. Cecilia Music Center Brings Nashville Sensation Valerie June to Grand Rapids on November 12, 2024, on SCMC's Acoustic Café Folk Series.
Submitted 10-24-2024 under NONPROFITS
“An Evening with Valerie June” will feature a performance filled with a gorgeous blend of astral folk and meditative R&B.
Blue Bridge Lights Turn Red November 8th as Red Kettle Campaign Begins in Kent County
Submitted 10-23-2024 under NONPROFITS
Join The Salvation Army November 8th at their Red Kettle Kickoff in downtown Grand Rapids.
Lenear, LaGrand participate in public mayoral debate 2 weeks before election
Submitted 10-23-2024 under NEWS
Senita Lenear and David LaGrand debated key issues at Wealthy Theatre, covering urban planning, equity, and housing. Hosted by The Rapidian and GRTV, the event marked their first formal debate.
Long Road Distillers, GR's first distillery, approaches 10th anniversary as it continues local sourcing
Submitted 10-18-2024 under LOCAL LIFE
Long Road was crafted within 18 months of the original inception and has stood for nine years expanding and experimenting in craft and distribution, creating deep roots in the community.
County Commission Candidates Answer on the Kent County Food System
Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS
The Kent County Food Policy Council asks County Candidates to share on food.
Grand Rapids Commissioner and Mayoral Candidates Answer on our Food System
Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS
We asked Grand Rapids candidates to share on food: this is what they said.
Grand Rapids School Board Candidates Dish on Food
Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS
We asked GRPS board candidates about food because students want change: here's what they said.
Local Artist Highlight: Katya Grokhovsky
Submitted 10-15-2024 under NONPROFITS
Avenue for the Arts visits the studio of Ukrainian-born artist Katya Grokhovsky, the 2024-25 Padnos Distinguished Artist-in-Residence at GVSU. Interview by Pamela MacDougal.
Concerned residents want Grand Rapids to deliver on climate goals
Submitted 10-11-2024 under NONPROFITS
To increase public awareness of, and participation in, the City of Grand Rapids’ climate goals, the GR Climate Coalition is hosting a rally and march at Calder Plaza this Saturday, October 12th.