New school sets sights globally, organizes locally
Submitted 03-25-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
The Global Center for Advanced Studies offers a new format for earning master's and doctoral degrees by engaging local students with world renowned philosophers.
Brewery Vivant to host "Beer the Change" celebration
Submitted 03-25-2014 under NEWS
The East Hills brewery will present its annual sustainability report interactively on Sunday, March 30. A portion of beer sales proceeds will benefit Congress Elementary's community garden.
Downtown Market announces spring break, summer camps for kids and teens
Submitted 03-25-2014 under NEWS
Kids can learn culinary skills and broaden their cultural knowledge while exploring foods from around the world.
Wealthy Theatre to host evening with Dr. Carl Hart
Submitted 03-25-2014 under NEWS
"Ending the War on Drugs," presented by the Michigan ACLU, will feature special guest Dr. Carl Hart at Wealthy Theatre.
Street market to bring vintage charm to Grand Rapids Downtown Market
Submitted 03-25-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Our vintage street market is now accepting applications for 2014 vendors. The market, appearing on the second Sunday of each month, will include vintage furniture, clothing, accessories, kitchen goods and home decor.
Joe Taylor Park recognized as national city park leader
Submitted 03-25-2014 under NONPROFITS
The national organization City Parks Alliance has picked Joe Taylor Park for its innovative practices in partnerships and green infrastructure.
GoBoldly photo series sends rebuttal to the Go Confidently advertisements
Submitted 03-24-2014 under OPINION
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed the "Go Confidently" billboard ads that suddenly popped up all over the highway and near highway entrances around the Grand Rapids, Michigan area?
John Ball Zoo to kick off season with four days of Zoobilee
Submitted 03-24-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
John Ball Zoo hopes to get families out of the house with four days of animal demonstrations, crafts and meeting the zoo keepers. This first big event of the season runs from April 7-11.
Human trafficking discussion to center on signs, solutions
Submitted 03-24-2014 under NEWS
The Acton Institute will host a paneled discussion on human trafficking and ways of responding to the crime on March 28 at the Mark Murray Auditorium on Fulton Street.
The Accidentals - "Shoulders of Giants"
Submitted 03-24-2014 under NONPROFITS
Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.