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Sparkle and shine: AIGA West Michigan celebrates its first annual Fellow Awards

Submitted 02-28-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

AIGA West Michigan will host its first annual Fellow Awards on March 1, honoring two of its brightest stars, Steve Frykholm and Yang Kim.

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Catalyst Radio: Our Kitchen Table teaching gardening for food security

Submitted 02-28-2014 under NEWS

Beginning on March 8, Our Kitchen Table is holding classes focusing on gardening, food policy and food justice.

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What's On Tap: February 27-March 5

Submitted 02-28-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Enjoy the end of Cool Brews, Hot Eats with Grand Rapids area microbrews.

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Public discussion provokes examination of social issues in Grand Rapids

Submitted 02-28-2014 under NEWS

The Office for Public Culture held a discussion last Friday night focused on Henri Lefebvre's concept of "Right to the City" and attempted to collectively imagine ways of implementing the concept in Grand Rapids.

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Bartending competition to support local hunger relief

Submitted 02-27-2014 under NONPROFITS

T.G.I. Friday's of Kentwood will showcase its bartenders' skills in support of Feeding America West Michigan.

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More than metal: Gazelle Girl celebrates VIP Charm Tour winner

Submitted 02-27-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Gazelle Girl VIP Charm Tour winner Cassidy Munger took a behind the scenes look at Terryberry's manufacturing facility to watch the 2014 charm take shape.

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Mayor Heartwell outlines future of Grand Rapids climate resiliency

Submitted 02-26-2014 under NEWS

Mayor Heartwell talks about several programs focused on the future of Grand Rapids sustainability and climate resiliency.

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Eye color, hair color, a name...and the love of reading?

Submitted 02-25-2014 under NONPROFITS

Kent County parents and a passionate community program pass on a gift that lasts a lifetime

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Triumph Music Academy passionate about people

Submitted 02-25-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

James Hughes and company are teaching much more than music composition and technique. The team empasizes the importance of community and collaboration.

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Jonny B'z plans to move across street into repurposed garage

Submitted 02-25-2014 under NEWS

Owner Bob Graham has purchased the dilapidated auto garage on Wealthy Street in East Hills with the intent to renovate and relocate the current operation.

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