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Republican Headquarters provides quality art off the beaten path

Submitted 09-30-2011 under NONPROFITS

Not what you might expect, the Kent County Republican Headquarters as an ArtPrize venue offers quality work in a setting that enhances the experience.

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Two worth the trip

Submitted 09-30-2011 under NONPROFITS

Work of international street artist Edgar Mueller is featured adjacent to newly opened City Art Gallery.

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Catalyst Radio: Local First gearing up for its inaugural Fork Fest to celebrate local food

Submitted 09-30-2011 under NONPROFITS

Elissa Hillary of Local First details the Fork Fest fundraiser for the organization that brings together vendors and farmers at Romence Gardens in celebration of local food.

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"58: The Film" premieres in Grand Rapids

Submitted 09-30-2011 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapidians are invited to take part in 58: The Film, a one-night event taking place in 50 states. On October 13, 2011, at 7 PM the film will be shown at Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids North, hosted by local nonprofit Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC).

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Haunted Holmdene Manor and the history of Aquinas College

Submitted 09-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Please join the Grand Rapids Historical Society for a delightful and entertaining free presentation, "Haunted Holmdene Manor and the History of Aquinas College," at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 13 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum!

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Mosaic: Art or craft

Submitted 09-28-2011 under NONPROFITS

ArtPrize participants Van Duinen, Tavonatti, and Bomarito offer varying approaches to the medium of mosaic.

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Susan Gersch-Supanich's Venice at The Dog Pit

Submitted 09-28-2011 under NONPROFITS

Susan Gersch-Supanich’s vibrant paintings of Venice offer an edge beyond surface and content.

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Blessing of the Animals

Submitted 09-27-2011 under NONPROFITS

All animals, their owners and families are invited to a Blessing of the Animals on October 2, 2011 at Dominican Center at Marywood.

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Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2012 announced

Submitted 09-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

33 local leaders will participate in Leadership Grand Rapids, a class designed to explore key community issues for Grand Rapids.

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Glance at the Past - Pottery Works

Submitted 09-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

Beginning in 1876, many homes in Grand Rapids planted their flowers in hand made pots created by John Lipzinski.

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