CMC department showcases animation video in UICA's ArtPrize exhibit
Submitted 08-13-2014 under NEWS
The Grand Rapids chapter of the Animation Workshop Group, made up of Grand Valley professors and Community Media Center education staff, will be showcasing youth animation workshops for the international art competition.
Girls Inc. program seeks to educate, motivate Grand Rapids youth
Submitted 08-13-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
In partnership with the YWCA, the local nonprofit educates girls to prevent future violence.
Film Review on The House I Live In
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS
Creston neighbors recently viewed and discussed a documentary about the war on drugs. The film's takeaway? Drug abusers are not the only victims of drug addiction.
Eastown block party brings back memories for neighbor
Submitted 08-12-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Eastown Community Association board president Chad Systma reminisces about block parties past and indulges in the present.
Parklets get ready to pop up for BarFly patrons
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS
BarFly Ventures is the first to inaugurate the parklet program in Downtown Grand Rapids, turning just five parking spots into seating for a total of 90 people.
Artists collaborate to raise awareness of area design talent
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS
Jody Williams and collaborators have created The Citizen Project, an initiative to shed light on area talent.
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks to celebrate fourth annual Green Gala
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS
On Thursday, August 21, the Green Gala will raise funds for the continued work to bring community members and partners together for park improvements.
Zinesters to celebrate DIY publishing
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS
Over 35 exhibitors from multiple states will converge on the Grand Rapids zine scene to showcase an array of genres in self publishing.
Local Double Up Food Bucks program first in country to go digital, reduce lost benefits
Submitted 08-12-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Fulton Street Farmers Market is part of a handful of markets participating in the Double Up Food Bucks push to transition from token payment method to electronic.
Story Matters: Grant Barker finds community at Disability Advocates event
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS
Grant Barker talks about assumptions made about him as a person who looks able-bodied, what it's like to be newly disabled and how he fights through the struggles and connects with others with disabilities.