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Autumnal Equinox street party joins forces with Pickle Fort for celebration

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

An eclectic block party on Fitzhugh complete with a parade and open mic art performances celebrates the changing colors and falling of the leaves.

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How to Look at Art, Part 2

Submitted 09-17-2013 under OPINION

This is the second in a four part series on how to look at art, using the DRIO process: Description, Relationships, Interpretation and Opinion. I discuss the "relationships" step in today's article.

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Catalyst Radio: Adaptive Sports program at Mary Free Bed offers activity beyond rehab

Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS

Through numerous year-round programs, the Wheelchair and Adaptive Sports department of Mary Free Bed provides support with activities such as hockey, tennis, SCUBA and kayaking.

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Story Matters: Paul DeBartolo remembers Herpolsheimers, wants to live downtown

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

Paul DeBartolo has seen downtown Grand Rapids have rough days since his memories of riding the train at Herpolsheimers, and wants to say thanks to those who have worked to revive it.

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Story Matters: Amber has fond memories of fireworks downtown

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

Amber remembers many 4th of July memories and other special days downtown.

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Harvest Party at Well House

Submitted 09-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Well House is hosting a block party to celebrate the fall harvest.

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Grand Rapids leaders launch Yes! GR Parks campaign

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NEWS

Community leaders have introduced a proposal of a new property tax to increase funds for city parks that will appear on the ballot November 5.

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Head of ambitious public art projects in New York City joins grand juror team for ArtPrize 2013

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

This interview with Anne Pasternak, ArtPrize 2013 Grand Prize Juror, is one of a series of three interviews helping ArtPrize visitors get to know the perspective of this year's jurors.

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How to Look at Art, Part 1

Submitted 09-16-2013 under OPINION

This is the first in a four part series on how to look at art, using the DRIO process: Description, Relationships, Interpretation and Opinion. I discuss the "description" step in today's article.

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Impart: Local artist Consuelo Poland used art to speak

Submitted 09-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Consuelo Poland answers a few important questions about art. Her functional art piece is available for viewing at Women's City Club during ArtPrize.

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