UICA's "Utopia/Dystopia" tries to see into the future
Submitted 01-15-2013 under OPINION
Though the UICA's latest exhibit has fewer pieces on display, it's still well worth a visit.
Dystopia prevails in UICA exhibition
Submitted 01-15-2013 under OPINION
Selected artists from across the nation present their concepts of utopia and dystopia with 2-D, 3-D, installation, and new media works throughout galleries on four floors.
Refusing to be "treated as less of a person," longtime Holland resident moves to GR
Submitted 01-15-2013 under NONPROFITS
Former Holland, MI resident Ellie Frances Gramer speaks about discrimination in her hometown, and her decision to leave.
Serita's Black Rose - "Fiyia" (New Song!)
Submitted 01-14-2013 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.
Make, show, discuss: Artists as Entrepreneurs
Submitted 01-14-2013 under NONPROFITS
The Avenue for the Arts has long provided a welcoming and diverse arena for artists to exhibit their work. Recent developments have seen a greater emphasis being placed on the Avenue as a forum for discussion and artistic evolution.
Glance at the Past - Senator and the Titanic
Submitted 01-14-2013 under NONPROFITS
Senator William Alden Smith of Grand Rapids gained national recognition when he chaired the Senate subcommittee investigating the causes of the sinking of the Titanic.
January Tuesday Tabletalk - Rites of Passage
Submitted 01-11-2013 under NONPROFITS
DCM explores Rites of Passage from the perspective of four faith traditions on Tuesday, January 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. A warm meal is provided to participants at round tables comprised of persons from varying faith traditions.
Catalyst Radio: Viget relaunches as Grand Rapids' city wiki
Submitted 01-11-2013 under NEWS
City wiki viget.org gathers all thing Grand Rapids, with anyone able to add or edit content
Great Skate Winterfest still set to go this weekend
Submitted 01-11-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Despite concerns about weather, the Great Skate Winterfest will still take place this weekend. The ice at Rosa Parks Circle is expected to be fine for the Great Skate
8,000 meals provided in the 2012 holiday season
Submitted 01-11-2013 under NONPROFITS
The generous community stepped up once again to make certain that everyone in Kent County had enough this holiday season.