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GR Forward Together video is not the happy ending
by (Paola R. Mendivil)
Submitted 07-19-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
“Very cool;” “Awesome video;” “A true Grand Rapids;” are some of the comments by viewers regarding the “GR Forward Together” video by Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. released online on July 11, 2016. I had...Universal Design for Worship: Shaping worship for people of all abilities
by (Katie@CLC)
Submitted 07-19-2016 under
In partnership with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship, CLC Network is pleased to host this event for congregations and worshiping communities who want practical ways to implement universal design in worship. “Universal...
Play exploring racial issues based on actual experiences of local community members showing at Wealthy Theatre
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 04-01-2016 under NEWS
A play grappling with racial issues in the West Michigan area, “LINES:The Lived Experience of Race 2016” is showing this weekend, April 1-3, 2016 at the Wealthy Theatre. Actors will be performing the actual experiences and words of local...
Monthly forum aims to educate, strengthen ties in Grand Rapids' music community
by (Briana)
Submitted 03-29-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
On Monday, March 28, 2016 on the Northwest side, a small, eager group of members of the local music community crowded into a recording space in Grand River Studios. They were gathered to hear the latest in a series of conversations about Grand...
Local artists seek to break down barriers through art, conversation during Art.Downtown.
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 03-29-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
Have Company, the UICA, and Kate Lewis are working to champion art as an outlet to build involvement and spark conversations. As we see the continued growth of local artists coming together to support each other, the growth of exhibitions and...
New Experience GR video misses mark in representing real neighborhood diversity
by (Paola R. Mendivil)
Submitted 01-22-2016 under OPINION
As a proud resident of Grand Rapids, I'd like to comment on the recent video called "Grand Rapids Destination Neighborhoods" released by Experience GR. Grand Rapids has been a city of opportunity for me and for my family in...
Race and Equity workshop to compile strategic recommendations for City of Grand Rapids
by (kylenlim)
Submitted 12-22-2015 under OPINION
Kyle Lim is Co-chair for the Race and Equity Subcommittee for the 2016 Neighborhood Summit. Recently, Grand Rapids has made a number of top 10 lists. Unfortunately, more than a few have been for its poor record on issues of racial equity. A...
Public Library to host #RacisminGR discussion
by (averym92)
Submitted 11-10-2015 under NEWS
The fourth part of the community discussions about race in the Grand Rapids community will be taking place at the Grand Rapids Public Library Main Campus downtown. The discussion will be starting at 6:30 on November 16 and is free and open to...
SiTE:LAB community creates one more surprise at final performance of grand prize winner
by (Holly)
Submitted 10-12-2015 under OPINION
Late into a night of celebrating at SiTE:LAB on Friday after the ArtPrize Awards Ceremony, members of the team of volunteers animatedly discussed how to retrofit a swing to accommodate long-time volunteer Toni Bal. Bal is in a wheelchair as a long-...
Local Black Lives Matter chapter brings learning home from international retreat
by (Kyd Kane)
Submitted 07-07-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
Black Lives Matter hosted its first international retreat on the Wayne State University campus in Detroit, Mich on June 18, during the Allied Media Conference. Twenty-six chapters, including Black Lives Matter Grand Rapids (BLM GR), were in...