Pinky, Queen of Cakes, opens Bakery 73; takes on ArtPrize with edible entry
Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS
Pinky, Queen of Cakes at Bakery 73 is bringing culinary to ArtPrize with her edible sculpture.
Proper Soda hops across country; expands sales to Canada, Australia
Submitted 08-26-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
In little over a year, independent startup Proper Soda has reached far beyond West Michigan. They're making inroads to markets on the west coast, across the Pacific and north of the border.
Gaia staff hope to raise funds, keep doors open
Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS
Gaia Cafe is closing its doors at the end of the month unless monies can be raised to change ownership to staff.
GOSite Pop Up introductory site open to public
Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS
The GOSite pop up will continue to open its doors from Thursday through Saturday until September 13 in order to garner feedback from locals and visitors.
Avenue for the Arts to host professional development workshop
Submitted 08-26-2014 under NEWS
Avenue for the Arts will host its second professional development day on September 5, with conversation facilitated by Kevin Buist and Lisa Ambrose.
Art in our own backyard
Submitted 08-26-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
ArtPrize highlights for the rest of the world what locals already know: Grand Rapids art scene is a year round event.
NPO Showcase: MomsBloom
Submitted 08-25-2014 under NONPROFITS
Feeling overwhelmed as a new parent or struggling with postpartum depression? MomsBloom can help.
Michigan startup debuts clothing line to support hunger relief
Submitted 08-25-2014 under NONPROFITS
Aug. 25 to Sept. 7, Live Love Michigan will donate 50 percent of proceeds to Food Bank.
KT Killin' Them: changing the direction of hip hop
Submitted 08-24-2014 under OPINION
Local hip hop artist, Kurtis Burke, known as KT Killin' Them or KT, opens for T-Pain August 26, set out to help change the face of hip hop.
Grand Rapids AIDS Walk + Run celebrates 22nd year, benefits The Grand Rapids Red Project
Submitted 08-22-2014 under NONPROFITS
Join us for a fun 5K walk or run to support the life-saving work of The Grand Rapids Red Project. Come out and enjoy a beautiful stroll along the riverside, while supporting a great cause!