Seeing positive reflections in Grand River planning
Submitted 09-11-2014 under OPINION
The City's riverfront revitalization planning includes work with GR Forward's River Corridor Plan Steering Committee. This work is not just about the river: it's about the people that want to fish in, paddle on and just enjoy our watershed.
What's on Tap: September 11-17
Submitted 09-11-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Welcome fall with a beer from a local brewpub.
Focus on Issues: Panhandling in Grand Rapids
Submitted 09-10-2014 under NONPROFITS
To give or not to give? Downtown organizations discuss panhandling in Grand Rapids and their new initiative "Real Change, Not Spare Change."
Go deeper: Community Media Center prepares unique ArtPrize coverage
Submitted 09-09-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
The Community Media Center will provide opportunities for public response through multiple platforms: The Rapidian, GRTV and WYCE will be creating unique content geared at building broader conversation.
Annual Eastown Streetfair to kick off Saturday
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NONPROFITS
Celebrate Summer, welcome fall and experience Eastown at the 41st annual Streetfair on Saturday, September 13 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Volunteers needed for annual Mayors' Grand River Cleanup
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NEWS
The West Michigan Environmental Action Council will be hosting the 11th annual river cleanup on Saturday, September 20, and are seeking participants to join four local mayors in their efforts.
Grand Rapids Original Swing Society to host Disney-themed dance in Rosa Parks Circle
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NEWS
Join fellow swingers at Rosa Parks Circle for a Disney themed donation dance.
Founders anticipates Sunday release of official ArtPrize beer
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NEWS
ArtPrize unveils Mosaic Promise, the official ArtPrize 2014 beer in collaboration with Kolenda Art Glass. The single malt, single hop "Mosaic Promise" will be released to the public on September 14 and on tap at Founders on September 16.
Cedar Tree Birth and Wellness Center boasts first baby born in suite
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NEWS
With the completion of the birthing suite on the second floor, Cedar Tree Birth and Wellness Center saw its first birth over the holiday weekend.
ArtLustr app expands accessibility to gallery art purchases
Submitted 09-09-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
The ArtLustr app is designed to put pop up shows online and increase the efficacy of purchasing power.