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Beatles tribute band, author Wade Rouse highlight Bookfest

Submitted 06-07-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Folk-pop group Ribbons of Song, author Wade Rouse, and Beatles tribute band Toppermost entertain Bookfest attendees on a windy Saturday afternoon in front of the Public Library.

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Authors Gary Schmidt and Romeo Ray share advice at Bookfest

Submitted 06-07-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Young adult author Gary Schmidt and poet Romeo Ray captivate the audience with their passion for writing.

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Glance at the Past - The Fire Brigade

Submitted 06-06-2012 under NONPROFITS

The city's early fire brigades were volunteer organizations, the church bell at St. Andrews Cathedral was one of two fire alarms, and horses had to be harnessed before the engine could leave the fire house.

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Tim Eriksen - Every Sound Below

Submitted 06-06-2012 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Karisa Wilson to kick off Market at noon sharp

Submitted 06-06-2012 under NONPROFITS

Karisa Wilson will be performing at The Market presented by the Avenue for the Arts June 9 at 12 p.m. at 106 S. Division. Her newest album will be available for purchase - fresh off the press!

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Volunteers needed at Fulton Street Farmers Market

Submitted 06-05-2012 under NONPROFITS

Fulton Street Farmers Market is looking for volunteers on June 12th and June 15th.

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New HSWM Executive Director Trudy Ender is all in when it comes to serving

Submitted 06-05-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

A new Executive Director at the Humane Society of West Michigan promises passion and commitment in new position.

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YMCA Farmers Market brings education, access to community

Submitted 06-05-2012 under NONPROFITS

Thursdays from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m., the downtown YMCA parking lot transforms into a bustling marketplace with Michigan-grown produce, homemade goods, cooking demonstrations and kids' activities.

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Say hello to The Rapidian's latest interns

Submitted 06-05-2012 under OPINION

Get to know our Summer 2012 interns and welcome them to our Rapidian family.

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Urbanity exhibit provides thought-provoking analysis of city life

Submitted 06-05-2012 under OPINION

Urbanity, the UICA's current exhibit, displays a variety of pieces that discuss the themes that accompany urban settings.

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