Commentary

The Campanellis release debut album "Camp Optimist"

Submitted 05-03-2013 under OPINION

Camp Optimist: The Campanellis' energetic debut album launches with a listening party at The Meanwhile.

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"Room 237" and "The Shining" screening at UICA

Submitted 04-30-2013 under OPINION

The UICA screens Rodney Ascher's unconventional documentary as well as Kubrick's cerebral classic.

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Future Rock takes concertgoers to a galaxy far, far away

Submitted 04-29-2013 under OPINION

The progressive electronic band deftly combines guitar, synthesizer and drums with loops and samples to create an unforgettable sonic and visual experience at The Stache

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Pieces, moments of Art.Downtown. 2013 leave strong impressions

Submitted 04-29-2013 under OPINION

After the one-night event, I review what lingered in the mind from this year's kick-off of Grand Rapids' art season.

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Camera and Collage exhibit captures essence of Art.Downtown.

Submitted 04-25-2013 under OPINION

Documentation of "Camera and Collage Show" at Sanctuary Gallery for Art.Downtown.

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"The We and the I" lacks Gondry's unique visual flair at UICA

Submitted 04-25-2013 under OPINION

Michel Gondry's "The We and the I" is playing at The UICA.

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Plans for Grand Rapids hostel still in the works, but ideas are evolving

Submitted 04-21-2013 under VOICES

Founders of the anticipated Stay Hostel are learning and rolling with the punches as they struggle to get vision off the ground.

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Salty, crunchy, delicious: local tortilla chips put to the test

Submitted 04-19-2013 under OPINION

Supporting local business just got crunchy. With fresh salsa season on the brink, six Grand Rapidians considered which locally produced tortilla chip will compliment your tasty dip best.

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