ArtPrize Seven Premiere Event to unveil new poster, announce jurors
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS
The Premiere Event for ArtPrize Seven will be held at the ArtPrize HUB on April 23.
Hunger rate rises in West Michigan, Upper Peninsula according to new report
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NONPROFITS
Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap report concluded that 49 million Americans struggled with hunger in 2013, including one in seven people in West Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.
East Hills to host third Made in Michigan Day April 25
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS
East Hills Business district will be featuring products made in Michigan with a neighborhood scavenger hunt, special restaurant items and giveaways.
How working with people on the streets turned me into a drug policy reformer
Submitted 04-21-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
When I dove into work with our homeless communities 15 years ago, I began to understand that another way of helping our neighbors dealing with homelessness and drug addiction is needed- one based on science, compassion, health and human rights.
Arbor Day roots extend to Michigan
Submitted 04-21-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
In Michigan we know that our forests and trees are beautiful and special, but did you know that the founder of Arbor Day spent the majority of his influential years in this great state?
Wednesday! Free OKT Earth Day Spring Tree Tour
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NONPROFITS
OKT urban forester, Laura Casaletto, will lead us through Garfield Park where we will munch leaves and nibble flowers together for Earth Day.
Professor Amorak Huey: a writing career with a Ha Ha Ha Thump
Submitted 04-20-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Local professor Amorak Huey discusses his recent publications, including his upcoming full-length poetry collection and other influences on his writing.
DisArt exhibit features local artists
Submitted 04-20-2015 under NEWS
The exhibit "DisArt Local: Art is EveryBody" features local artists with series like "The Secrety Society of Disabled People" to "Falling Water" that explore an array of themes.
DisArt Stories Matter: Chris Smit talks about goals of Disart Festival
Submitted 04-20-2015 under NONPROFITS
Chris Smit, Director of the DisArt festival, explains how a focus on fashion for people with disabilities gives everyone an opportunity to look good and feel good.
DisArt packs house with runway fashion show celebrating accessible clothing
Submitted 04-20-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Robert Andy Coombs aimed to spark conversation about the importance of having functional clothing for people with disabilities.