Chuck D visits Grand Rapids, speaks out on education, individual responsibility
Submitted 01-21-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
While visiting both GRCC and GVSU this weekend surrounding the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, he sat down with The Rapidian about Dr. King, ArtPrize, the cost of education and the N-word.
East Fulton shop owners to relocate to Eastown
Submitted 01-21-2014 under NEWS
Rebel Home & Gift is moving from East Fulton to Eastown at the end of the month.
Temporary ice rinks created for two Uptown parks
Submitted 01-21-2014 under NEWS
Cherry and Willcox Parks both now have temporary ice skating rinks through the work of Friends of Grand Rapids Parks, neighborhood organizations, local business and individual donations.
East Hills BlowHards organize to keep sidewalks clear
Submitted 01-21-2014 under NEWS
Local neighbors have teamed up to volunteer their snow blowing services in order to keep sidewalks clear.
Downtown Market offers learning opportunities for residents, students, food entrepreneurs
Submitted 01-21-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Education is a key component of Grand Rapids Downtown Market’s mission and programs.
Catalyst Radio: Izaak Walton League's Winterfest teaches love of outdoors Sat., Jan. 25
Submitted 01-20-2014 under NEWS
Izaak Walton League works to foster care and enjoyment of the natural environment.
Catalyst Radio: Artist Gianturco, international exhibit subjects describe 'Grandmother Power' at GRPM
Submitted 01-20-2014 under NEWS
Grandmother Power phenomenon is described by GRPM exhibit artist Paola Gianturco and her Canadian subjects.
Catalyst Radio: Silent Observer rocks the mic with youth competition Tues., Feb. 4
Submitted 01-20-2014 under NEWS
Rock The Mic youth music event brings attention to crime solving program, with artists against violence.
In Season: January 18, 2014
Submitted 01-18-2014 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
"It's priceless, and it's free"
Submitted 01-17-2014 under NONPROFITS
One young woman's journey to a career helping others, a story that would not have happened without the DREAM Act and an employment coach turned friend.