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WMCAT acquires new screen printing program

Submitted 02-03-2015 under NEWS

West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology has acquired a screen printing operation out of Holland, Michigan to launch a new social enterprise initiative.

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First Fridays to return to Division corridor

Submitted 02-03-2015 under NEWS

Avenue for the Arts will debut their new headquarters during February's First Friday event.

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Story Matters: Wayne Rietberg describes old organ at Neland Ave. CRC

Submitted 02-03-2015 under NONPROFITS

Wayne Rietberg shares memories of his grandmother playing the old pump organ at Neland Avenue Christian Reformed Church.

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Story Matters: Loutisha Patterson recalls coming to Grand Rapids in 1973

Submitted 02-02-2015 under NONPROFITS

Loutisha Patterson remembers visiting Grand Rapids when her husband applied for a job at Fuller Avenue Christian Reformed Church.

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Voting for Write Michigan short stories contest almost over

Submitted 01-28-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Local writers compete to win $250 and see their work published in this year’s Write Michigan anthology. Public votes are open through January 31.

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Café Louis brings new life to local dry cleaner

Submitted 01-27-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Sheldon Dry Cleaners is renovating their Breton Road location, adding a French-inspired cafe to create a unique experience for customers.

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"Movies in the Park" dates set for third season

Submitted 01-27-2015 under NEWS

The popular movie series presented by DGRI and FGRP at Ah-Nab-Awen will return for its third summer running.

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Public vote to determine winner of downtown ice sculptures

Submitted 01-27-2015 under NEWS

More than 25 ice sculptures are going on display in downtown Grand Rapids for the public to vote on for Valentine's Day weekend.

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Lil' Ed Williams and the Blues Imperials - "Gotta Find My Baby"

Submitted 01-26-2015 under NONPROFITS

Fresh from Chicago, Lil' Ed Williams and the Blues Imperials rock out the music library with this new song on WYCE.

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Lil' Ed and the Blues Imperials - "Icicles in My Meatloaf"

Submitted 01-26-2015 under NONPROFITS

Fresh from Chicago, Lil' Ed Williams and the Blues Imperials rock out the music library with this new song on WYCE.

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