(2) There goes the fear
It is time to let go of designing out of fear, and start embracing community spaces that create opportunity for expression, creativity and growth- for all.
(2) Our Infertility Story: Struggling to find support in the #1 city to raise a family
Recently diagnosed with infertility, we have been frustrated by the lack of support available in Grand Rapids. We are reaching out to Grand Rapidians to share our story, create a support group and loc...
(2) Mayor Heartwell outlines future of Grand Rapids climate resiliency
Mayor Heartwell talks about several programs focused on the future of Grand Rapids sustainability and climate resiliency.
(2) Remembering Dirk Koning
It has been 10 years since Dirk Koning left us so unexpectedly. Many of us remember this free speech pioneer. Here are 10 memories from someone who worked with him on a daily basis.
(2) Little free libraries trend popping up in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids neighbors place little libraries in front of their homes for people to indulge in free books.
(2) Annual Abrahamic Dinner at local mosque to encourage interfaith dialogue
This Thursday, January 21, the Niagara Foundation and Kaufman Interfaith Institute are hosting the annual Abrahamic Dinner, which will foster dialogue around interfaith understanding, religion and vio...
(2) Brewery Vivant recognized for focus on locally-sourced French, Belgian-inspired food
Grand Rapids Magazine has awarded the neighborhood craft brewpub with their first annual Best Brewery (Cuisine) Dining Award.
(2) Strength in our community: Final words from our Managing Editor at The Rapidian
As I spend my final week as the caretaker of The Rapidian, I look over what we have been able to accomplish together, and why I think The Rapidian will be just as strong as ever after I leave- because...
(2) Free seminar series jumpstarts food entrepreneurs with advice from industry experts
In March, the Grand Rapids Downtown Market will present its first-ever Recipes for Success series, a three-week program designed for food entrepreneurs. The free educational seminars are aimed at prov...
(2) The #StandWithCharlottesville march: How did it go?
Organizers in Grand Rapids were quick to bring together a rally against white supremacy, but we're still complicit in racism in our own town. When well-meaning white people cause harm, we must ow...