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GRandJazzFest seeks volunteers

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

The festival is August 18-19, 2018. Three-hour shifts are available to assist in presenting this event to the community. All volunteers will receive a t-shirt, bottled water and the opportunity to help put on this free public event in the community.

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Local artist feature from UICA: Dave Battjes

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

Dave Battjes is a husband, dad, creative letterer, nature enthusiast and avid high fiver. Battjes’ creative practice, a never ending study of letters, has him creating large-scale murals and gorgeously crafted messages of positivity.

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Free Educator Day at Grand Rapids Public Museum, John Ball Zoo

Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS

Teachers and educators can enjoy a free day to explore the GRPM and the John Ball Zoo while learning about education programs available to their classrooms. All educators receive free admission and free parking from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at both institutions.

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Local Leukemia and Lymphoma Society begins recruitment for the next West Michigan Man, Woman of the Year

Submitted 07-23-2018 under NEWS

Candidate recruitment is actively underway at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of West Michigan. This will be the fifth year for the 10-week Man and Woman of the Year (MWOY) campaign in Grand Rapids. Yearly, all across the country, dedicated candidates engage in this exciting competition.

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'Art belongs to everyone': Interview with local artist Debra Dieppa

Submitted 07-16-2018 under NONPROFITS

An exhibition of Debra Dieppa’s recent work is now on display in the West Lobby at the Wealthy Street Theatre. Dieppa will be showcasing her art in the West Lobby during the Comunity Media Center's Open House this Saturday, July 21, 2018 and will be available to answer questions about her work.

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WYCE partners with GRAM to bring 10th year of free Thursday night concerts

Submitted 07-10-2018 under NONPROFITS

Thursday evenings in July and August GRAM on the Green with WYCE offers free live music from a curated the selection of performances to reflect the world of music the station offers as well as the local/regional platform it supports.

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ArtPrize leadership looks ahead, plots course for the future

Submitted 07-10-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

ArtPrize leadership shares their vision for the future of the event, details about Project 1 by ArtPrize and how the decision was made to make the event biennial.

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Protesters against ICE take over Kent County commission meeting

Submitted 06-28-2018 under NEWS

Over 120 people protested outside at Calder Plaza and at the Kent County Board of Commissioners meeting on June 28, 2018 against Kent County's contract with ICE and the detaining of undocumented immigrants.

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UICA welcomes news Exhibitions Curator, Juana Williams

Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS

UICA is proud to welcome the newest member of our team, Exhibitions Curator, Juana Williams. Williams comes to us from Detroit, MI, where she most recently worked as Assistant to the Chair at Wayne State University Department of Art and Art History.

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Free "Kids at the Market" activities return to Downtown Market beginning June 27

Submitted 06-26-2018 under NONPROFITS

Kids at the Market will engage kids through crafts, science experiments, animals, fitness and more.

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