The moment you walk through the front doors of the downtown institution, the B.O.B., you’re compelled to exclaim, “Dorothy, we’re not in Kansas anymore.” Such is the reaction...
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Artists create moving toilets for contest entry
One curious phenomenon will flush out the onlookers this Friday at 6 p.m. Those strolling...
It’s hard to tell exactly what has changed in the three years since The Books last graced the stage of Calvin College’s...
ArtPrize Artist Maggie Annerino's says about her work: "It's a social statement and it is about the private aspect of underwear now becoming very public...It's time for Grand Rapids to air their...
What a beautiful event and the tent with all the vendors selling clothing, toys and such reminded me of India. It was great! The food smelled wonderful, although we couldn't eat any of it because...
We had a blast at the Eastown street fair. The amazing art, music and people. What a fun afternoon.
Ulysses' Crewmen, a violent drama staged Wednesday evening at the Division Avenue Arts Collective (The DAAC–115 S. Division Ave.) by the Milwaukee-based...
Grand Rapids, MI August 28, 2009 — The Greater Michigan West Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is proud to announce the 6th Annual Wine & Roses for Cystic Fibrosis presented by the...
So urban radio station WJNZ-1140 AM has been sold. Not to employee and programmer "Robert S" Womack who along with some investors...
During a stressful commute, a random act of kindness puts things in perspective when a swan is saved from certain death.
Protect and Serve is the portrait of an old New York cop, lovingly rendered in oil on canvas. Protect and Serve is also a multimedia art project documenting painter Eric Nugent's...
Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan - WHY I WALK Series - Part #2
A Mom’s Perspective – By Lindsay Anes
Precious. ...
Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan - WHY I WALK Series - Part #1
When Life’s Challenges Become Our Greatest Gifts – By Patty Boylen...
At last Sunday's 2009 Gazelle Sports Bridge Run, runners followed scenic 5K and 10-mile routes along the Grand River and across several downtown bridges. In the morning sunlight, observant...
MomsBloom will present Motherhood–The Journey on Thursday, October 8, at Wealthy Theatre in Grand Rapids. Local actors, dancers and musicians will perform this theatrical fundraiser that explores...
The Grand Rapid Fire Department was called to 1125 Tamarack NW at approximately 7:30 p.m. Wednesday night due to smoke coming from the residence. According to neighbors, something was forgotten on...
Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore announces the premier of That’s Entertainment, a special fundraiser showcasing West Michigan media personalities’ hidden talents. The event is on Thursday,...
Words Shape Attitudes – People First Language
The words that people use can help all individuals to lead more complete and enriching lives. Words can also create...
Facts about Down syndrome
• Down syndrome occurs when an individual has three, rather than two, copies of the 21st chromosome. This additional...
BUDDY WALK HELD TO RAISE AWARENESS OF DOWN SYDROME
Annual Event Brings Education, Advocacy, and Funding to the Forefront
The Down...
At its September 16, 2009 meeting, the Board of Directors of the Grand Rapids Area Center for Ecumenism (GRACE) voted unanimously to name Lisa H. Mitchell...
Are you interested in supporting local business, encouraging sustainability, and strengthening community? If so, Local First wants YOU to join its volunteer team! We are a non-profit organization...
I am always struggling to find “The book” to share a relaxing Sunday afternoon with. Most people would head to the nearby mega book store, which is what I decided to do as well. The crazy traffic...
The Center for Community Leadership (CCL), the community leadership program of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, is currently accepting nominations for the 2010 Distinguished Community...
Kids say (and draw) the darndest things -- including works of art, inspired by the Red Cross, and including superheroes, snipers, and someone named Kirby.
Come stop by the Grand Rapids...
On Monday, September 21st, the Creston Neighborhood Association (CNA) unveiled its newest murals.
Through a competitive selection process, CNA chose internationally recognized Creston...
By Rosemary Steers
Y.M. Foster (a/k/a Sister Yvonne Greiner OP) grew up in Hart, Michigan, the youngest of eight children born to Carrie (Foster) Greiner and Leo H....
When working with community volunteers to design The Rapidian, we faced some very interesting questions and choices. What should The Rapidian look like? What should it encourage? What should we...
Three groups of extraordinary local volunteers have been working together to assist adult immigrants gain the skills needed to become US citizens. The WORD Project ESL, Justice for Our Neighbors (...