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What's on Tap: September 4-10

Submitted 09-04-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Keep summer alive with a refreshing drink at a local brewpub.

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Story Matters: Maryan Mahdi shares mother's rules for life

Submitted 09-03-2014 under NONPROFITS

Maryan Mahdi, a Somali refugee in the Grand Rapids area, talks about what her mom has taught her and how she is proud to be an African.

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Catalyst Radio: Avenue For the Arts lining up fall full of activities

Submitted 09-03-2014 under NEWS

Division Avenue and the Heartside Neighborhood will be packed with art-related events, including and beyond ArtPrize activities.

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37th Annual Hispanic Festival brings beats, eats, culture back to Calder Plaza

Submitted 09-03-2014 under NONPROFITS

This year's Hispanic Festival promises to deliver the same diverse food, music, and dances that have made it a success in the past.

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SiTE:LAB to host ArtPrize exhibition preview to benefit The Rapidian

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS

On Tuesday, September 23, SiTE:LAB will host its annual ArtPrize venue launch party. The ticketed event will celebrate the five year anniversary of The Rapidian. All ticket proceeds benefit The Rapidian.

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Vieux Farka Touré to perform at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NONPROFITS

Opening night of WYCE: Live at Wealthy kicks off with Vieux Farka Touré, the "Hendrix of the Sahara." Proceeds from the concert will benefit Ebony Road Players, a local theatre troupe presenting performances that focus on the Black experience.

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ArtPrize provides opportunity for local residents to host visiting artists

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS

The deadline is tomorrow: ArtPrize is once again facilitating connections between visiting artists and local citizens interested in hosting them.

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Cousins plan to turn farmhouse into Grand Rapids' first hostel

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS

The first hostel in the history of Grand Rapids is poised to open come spring of 2015. Currently they're getting ready to welcome international travelers.

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Downtown Market expands green space with indoor living wall

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS

The Grand Rapids Downtown Market has installed a "living wall" indoors on the second floor, thus expanding upon its "green" mission.

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LINC Gallery to host First Fridays

Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS

LINC Up prepares for another First Friday event with live music, an artist reception and soul food this Friday, September 5.

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