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Poet laureate David Cope initiates first poetry conference in city

Submitted 04-02-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

David Cope, local poet laureate and program director of the inaugural Grand Rapids Poets' Conference, talks to us about the conference-as well as his own influences and inspirations.

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Festival of Faith and Writing aims to offer encouragement to hopeful writers

Submitted 03-29-2012 under NEWS

Calvin College's Festival of Faith and Writing runs April 19-21, bringing in dozens of contemporary writers.

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Pina: Oscar-nominated dance film screens at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 03-21-2012 under OPINION

Groundbreaking documentary celebrates life of legendary choreographer.

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WMEAC presents "FernGully: The Last Rain Forest" at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 03-21-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

West Michigan Environmental Action Council will present "FernGully: The Last Rainforest," on April 4 at Wealthy Theatre.

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People I've met while riding The Rapid

Submitted 03-20-2012 under VOICES

As a regular rider on The Rapid, I've met many interesting people and even learned a few lessons.

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Stand-up legend Marc Maron hits Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 03-15-2012 under NEWS

LaughFest event showcases comedic star.

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Montessori students take a stand against bullying

Submitted 03-07-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

A group of Montessori students aged between nine and eleven have formed OASA: the Organization Against Student Abuse.

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LINC joins statewide collaborative calling for an increased commitment to education

Submitted 02-28-2012 under NONPROFITS

LINC is joining a statewide call to action pushing for more educational funding support from the state. The Invest in Education campaign launches March 1, 2012.

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Los estudiantes utilizan el arte y el periodismo para compartir ideas sobre la inmigración

Submitted 02-23-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Estudiantes del 8 grado de periodismo en el Southwest Community Campus (Campus de la Comunidad del Suroeste) hablan del tema de la inmigración con un proyecto colaborativo de periodismo y arte, votado por los lectores Rapidian.

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First Friday builds community through poetry and conversation

Submitted 02-15-2012 under OPINION

Spending the evening with friends, community, good food, relaxing music and heartfelt poetry.

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