City as Muse celebrates installation at UICA
Submitted 09-25-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Local artist Rick Beerhorst has unveiled his largest painting to date, "City as Muse," an ArtPrize entry at the UICA.
What's on Tap: September 25-October 1
Submitted 09-25-2014 under NEWS
Ring in the first week of Art Prize 2014 with new beers on tap at your local brewpub. Take a break from the crowds and attend Oktoberfest this weekend.
Artprize offers transit passes to increase diversity
Submitted 09-24-2014 under NONPROFITS
Artprize is giving away free bus passes to community organizations to increase the diversity of the art competition.
Five local galleries showcase ArtPrize entries
Submitted 09-24-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Five local art galleries in the downtown area are participating in ArtPrize this year. They are showcasing both local and international artists, most with comprehensive themed exhibitions and extra events.
"Bike the Foodscape" with OKT Saturday
Submitted 09-24-2014 under NONPROFITS
“Bike the Foodscape” 3 p.m. Saturday Sept. 27 at G R Ford Academic Center. 2-mile bike tour with stops at ten educational destinations
Prosperity for some: Noted economist to address disparity in Grand Rapids
Submitted 09-23-2014 under NONPROFITS
Noted economist Dr. Manuel Pastor discusses inclusion and economic growth in Grand Rapids. Pastor will be at the Wealthy Theatre on Wednesday, September 24.
Cutting curbs to clean a creek
Submitted 09-23-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Plaster Creek Stewards aims to reduce stormwater pollution and beautify a Grand Rapids Neighborhood.
Critical Discourse expands to seven events, invites public conversation
Submitted 09-23-2014 under NEWS
This year for ArtPrize, the Critical Discourse series is preparing to springboard the art conversation to new heights starting September 29.
Calvin College to host annual Community Literacy Summit
Submitted 09-23-2014 under NEWS
On Monday, September 29 Calvin College will host the third annual Community Literacy Summit presented by the Community Literacy Initiative of the Literacy Center of West Michigan.
Quilters enter ArtPrize with time-based performance piece
Submitted 09-23-2014 under NEWS
Quilt Mountain, an ArtPrize exhibition at Have Company on South Division, blends performance with contemporary textile art.