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ArtPrize "Canopy" makes a delicate connection

Submitted 09-23-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

Ann Chuchvara's Canopy forms a delicate connection to ArtPrize.

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Ready, Set, Go Time!

Submitted 09-23-2011 under OPINION

ArtPrize has a new way to enjoy the various neighborhoods this year, called Go Time parties, where you can have fun on a scavenger hunt and even win prizes.

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Catalyst Radio: Rays of Hope brings relief to Haiti

Submitted 09-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Kim Sorrelle of Rays of Hope for Haiti joins us on air to talk about their relief efforts in Haiti and around the world. A year after the devastating earthquake, Kim tackles the issue of when aid is good in developing countries.

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How to See Art

Submitted 09-22-2011 under OPINION

Can art change your mind? Naselli talks about the importance of our vote in ArtPrize, and how to rise above personal preference to choose the greater good.

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WMCAT photo walk with Hispanic Center students

Submitted 09-22-2011 under NONPROFITS

Hispanic Center summer program students took a walk in downtown Grand Rapids, taking hundreds of photographs, many of which are highlighted in this photo essay.

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Illuminated from within

Submitted 09-22-2011 under NEWS

The Grand Rapids Art Museum invited metal-smith David Huang to display his ArtPrize 2011 entry, "Numinous Community," in one of their second floor galleries for the 2011 season. This will be David Huang's third year with ArtPrize.

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Focus group lends skills to Safe Haven for Day of Caring

Submitted 09-21-2011 under NONPROFITS

For United Way's Day of Caring, Safe Haven held a Focus Group to get feedback on a new initiative to address domestic violence in the workplace.

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"Ride for Refuge" returns October 1st

Submitted 09-21-2011 under NONPROFITS

International biking event is coming back to Grand Rapids to raise money for vulnerable people. Find out how you can get involved in the event.

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Let's talk healthcare

Submitted 09-21-2011 under NONPROFITS

Community Conversations on Healthcare Forum at Dominican Center September 28, 2011, will be sponsored by the Michigan Consumers for Healthcare and Detroit Public Television.

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Screwed Rapids at the UICA

Submitted 09-21-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

Screwed Rapids...it's more than just a mural. It's improv, performance and collaboration all rolled into one. Featuring a video of the artists talking about their work.

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