Story Matters: Filmmaker Kira Bursky finds resolution through filmmaking
Submitted 11-04-2013 under NONPROFITS
Kira Bursky, whose film "Girly" was shown at the Mosaic Film Experience at Wealthy Theatre, talks about the creative process and gives advice to other young filmmakers.
Make a real difference in politics: Vote in your local elections this Tuesday
Submitted 11-03-2013 under OPINION
Local government is not some nameless bureaucracy. It is filled with people that live in your community and want to hear your feedback.
Meet the new candidates for area City Commissions
Submitted 11-03-2013 under NEWS
New candidates that appear on ballots on November 5 describe what inspired them to run for City Commission seats in Grand Rapids, Kentwood and Walker.
Meet Brian Ellis: Running for Republican Congressional seat
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NEWS
Brian Ellis from Grand Rapids was encouraged to run based on disagreeing with Justin Amash's voting record and explains how he would do things differently.
Are Your Prescription Drugs or Medicare Premiums Costing Too Much?
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS
The cost of health care and prescriptions can be crippling for many older adults. For those on Medicare, there may be ways to help reduce these costs.
Catalyst Radio: Family Futures working for stronger families and communities
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NEWS
Family Futures has set its Hope Circle fundraiser for Nov. 12, and the Connections Circle fundraising event for Nov. 19 at Grand Rapids Children’s Museum.
Community Media Center Director, Rapidian Publisher moving on
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS
Laurie Cirivello, CMC Executive Director and founder of The Rapidian, is leaving the organization strong as she pursues new endeavors.
The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio--Paula Clark
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS
Heartside Gallery and Studio features a new artist every month. Paula's work will be displayed in the Heartside Gallery front window; stop by to take a look!
A Liminal Place: a reflection on Shen Dojo's Free Radical event
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS
The Avenue for the Arts asked artist, Adora Trostle to document the thoughts and process behind the creation of a Free Radical event at Shen Dojo, on Williams just west of Division. Shared here, her reflections are both an invitation to participate and an inside look at the concept behind Nov. 1
Story Matters: Helen Omlor meets artists installing work
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS
Helen Omlor's favorite memories from ArtPrize 2013 include getting to meet artists in person as they installed their work for public view.