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Lass Laugh Comedy Festival makes its debut this month

Submitted 05-03-2018 under NEWS

Kristin Hirsch thought up the idea of Lass Laugh, and Amy Gascon believed in this vision and wanted to help bring it to light. The community for Lass Laugh started building long before opening night.

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Artist feature from UICA: Zachary Trebellas

Submitted 05-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

Learn more about performing artist Zachary Trebellas in this feature from UICA.

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Thinking outside the ballot box

Submitted 05-01-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

In my current 18 years, I have had elections that have come down to one vote. One vote! So, it does matter says Stephanie McMillen, Grand Rapids Interim City Clerk.

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ACT Apprentice Antwaine: Animated Art

Submitted 05-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Antwaine shares his love for animation.

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ACT Apprentice Allan: Quantity and Quality

Submitted 04-25-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Allan shares his impressive cartoon collection.

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Grand Rapids Symphony conquers Carnegie Hall with exciting evening of music in New York City

Submitted 04-24-2018 under OPINION

New York City's Carnegie Hall saw its first appearance of the Grand Rapids Symphony under Music Director Marcelo Lehninger as well as its first in New York City in nearly 13 years

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ACT Apprentice Jay: A Bouquet of Joy

Submitted 04-23-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Jay spreads joy with her flower paintings.

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ACT Apprentice Michael: A Variety Pack of Art

Submitted 04-22-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Michael shares his many different interests in art.

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Downtown Market to host upcoming Flight Friday featuring a selection of bite-sized cuisine

Submitted 04-17-2018 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Downtown Market will host Flight Friday, a food and drink small bites event, from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.

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Dwelling Place launches new community arts series

Submitted 04-17-2018 under NONPROFITS

The series will host events and activities at a variety of cultural institutions to lower barriers for residents, to show them that these places are made for them, as they are made for everyone.

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