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DisArt Stories Matter: Nicole Jimenez finds work with Kendall fashion students invigorating

Submitted 04-22-2015 under NONPROFITS

Nicole Jimenez, from Open Style Lab at MIT, works to create clothing for people with disabilities. She's been impressed by the work of local students and has found it invigorating to work with so many passionate about the arts and disability.

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GRFC finding its niche in the GR community

Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS

A new semi-pro soccer team is making a name for itself in the Grand Rapids community

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DisArt Stories Matter: Tom Wagner shares favorite collaborations in "Icebreaker" exhibit at KCAD

Submitted 04-21-2015 under NONPROFITS

Tom Wagner says the most interesting part of the the exhibit has been watching people interact with the art, since everything in "Icebreaker" was designed to be touched by the viewer.

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Design Makes a Difference: "Art of The Lived Experiment" and "Icebreaker" at KCAD's Fed Gallery

Submitted 04-21-2015 under OPINION

Two exhibits at KCAD's Fed Gallery show how good exhibit design makes for an accessible art experience.

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Museums ready for exploration with Free-4-All Sunday

Submitted 04-21-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Amway is sponsoring free admission to five museums on Sunday, April 26.

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ArtPrize Seven Premiere Event to unveil new poster, announce jurors

Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS

The Premiere Event for ArtPrize Seven will be held at the ArtPrize HUB on April 23.

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DisArt exhibit features local artists

Submitted 04-20-2015 under NEWS

The exhibit "DisArt Local: Art is EveryBody" features local artists with series like "The Secrety Society of Disabled People" to "Falling Water" that explore an array of themes.

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DisArt Stories Matter: Chris Smit talks about goals of Disart Festival

Submitted 04-20-2015 under NONPROFITS

Chris Smit, Director of the DisArt festival, explains how a focus on fashion for people with disabilities gives everyone an opportunity to look good and feel good.

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