Grand Rapids

GR goes orange for Hunger Action Month

Submitted 10-04-2016 under NONPROFITS

More than 640,000 meals were raised during Feeding America West Michigan's Hunger Action Month campaign this year.

Between Our Homes: Finding comfort in the unexpected during ArtPrize

Submitted 10-04-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS

Hailey Lamb expresses sincerity through public visual works featured Downtown during ArtPrize and at the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

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Dancing is transforming my view of art, ArtPrize

Submitted 10-04-2016 under OPINION

Being a part of this project has really opened my eyes to how different art forms affect people. Art such as dance, photography and murals; The Cultura Collective is something truly unique.

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Exploring lesser-known venues pays off for serious art lovers

Submitted 10-04-2016 under OPINION

Tucked away in an industrial area on Monroe Avenue, a local church gains ArtPrize visitors’ attention by bringing in pieces that work together to provide meaning and connection.

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City Connection: Larson and Mayor Bliss discuss key Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. topics

Submitted 10-03-2016 under NEWS

Kris Larson, president and CEO of Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is the guest during this month's episode of City Connection.

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Two-day Blue Bridge Music Festival to be a connecting point between visual art and sound

Submitted 09-30-2016 under NEWS

This weekend a range of musical genres can be heard on the Blue Bridge, an ArtPrize Eight venue. Check out music, art entries, two local breweries, a record label and radio station WYCE.

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Transit-friendly October events you'll love

Submitted 09-30-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

Ride The Rapid to get to fun events for the whole family throughout Grand Rapids and the suburbs.

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Urban experiences are important to the development of well-rounded kids

Submitted 09-29-2016 under OPINION

Urban experiences develop self-confidence and cultural awareness in children. ArtPrize 8 is a perfect opportunity to bring kids downtown for a great urban experience.

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