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Black theatre group creates safe space to explore race

Submitted 06-17-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Edye Evans Hyde is the founder of Ebony Road Players, a new nonprofit that is recreating a lost voice in the Grand Rapids theatre community.

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Story Matters: Theresa, Eric Graf share discoveries in their new city

Submitted 06-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

Newlyweds Theresa and Eric Graf are experiencing their first summer downtown. Self-described foodies, they love seeking out new restaurants and craft beers within walking distance of their downtown apartment.

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Story Matters: Ruth Funderburk's home search in Grand Rapids 30 years ago

Submitted 06-10-2014 under NONPROFITS

Ruth Funderburk moved to Grand Rapids 30 years ago. In her search for a home, she had to work to have her realtor understand what kind of neighborhood she wanted to live in.

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Music, art come together at The Market on First Fridays

Submitted 06-05-2014 under NONPROFITS

Claire Breen of local band Cemetery Circus discusses the music scene in Grand Rapids and the musical talent at The Market on First Fridays.

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Lott3Metz architecture puts people first

Submitted 06-03-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Local architects Ted Lott and Greg Metz work to build community by transforming spaces into people centric places.

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24 hour coffee house serves spicy drinks, cultural food

Submitted 05-06-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Mayan Buzz Cafe is showcasing tastes of Central America through sandwiches, tea and coffee, all the while emphasizing the value of the city's youth.

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Gaia to host Women of East Hills dinner

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NEWS

Women of East Hills will celebrate five neighborhood women with a dinner party at Gaia Cafe.

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Local beat-maker aims to use Grand Rapids to the fullest

Submitted 05-06-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Shane "SuGR Shane" Sloan works to successfully utilize Grand Rapids by taking a local approach to his work as a music producer and beat-maker.

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Stockbridge Boiler Room works to bring community together with Love Feast

Submitted 04-29-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Every Wednesday, the Stockbridge Boiler Room hosts an evening of food and open mic open to all called Love Feast.

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Roberta F. King shares story of son's life in "He Plays a Harp"

Submitted 04-29-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

After four years of work, Roberta F. King's memoir, "He Plays a Harp" will be released May 11. The memoir focuses on her son, Noah, and themes of life, death, disability, grief and moving on.

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