Local Life

UICA reveals nearly lost Detroit art treasure

Submitted 12-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The retrospective of the recently deceased Detroit artist Mary Ann Aitken share her powerful paintings with their thickly painted and encrusted surfaces. These are paintings that really need to be experienced in person for their full impact.

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Controversial LGBT feature sparks conversation

Submitted 12-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Local college newspaper runs feature to show sexuality minority on campus.

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Jarrod Napierkowski returns to UICA Holiday Market with one-of-a-kind pieces

Submitted 12-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The local GR artist creates wood crafted earrings and will be returning to the UICA's annual market for his fifth year to share them with shoppers.

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What's On Tap: December 5-11

Submitted 12-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Visit your local breweries this week to have a cold one and discover some new music.

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Nixohn Harder's family optimistic of full recovery

Submitted 12-04-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Nixohn Harder, 4 months old, is recovering and doing well after a complicated heart surgery. He has been problem free for a month or so now and the family is optimistic of his continued recovery.

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Toddler Tails provides children with hands-on animal experiences, education

Submitted 12-04-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Humane Society of Grand Rapids holds Toddler Tails, a monthly event for young children and their caretakers. Children meet and learn about interesting animals, share storytime and participate in craft activities.

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