Grand Rapids

Festival of the Arts to celebrate creativity, community

Submitted 06-06-2013 under NEWS

The 2013 Festival of the Arts presents new delights to the city with some new acts and participants in tow.

Daughter of President Gerald R. Ford speaks at Heart Ball

Submitted 06-06-2013 under NEWS

Susan Ford Bales delivers a touching speech during the American Heart Association's Heart Ball where Dr. Asghar Khaghani is presented with the Richard M. DeVos Award.

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Local retailer offers skin care alternatives

Submitted 06-06-2013 under NEWS

Serendipite Organiques offers non-toxic options for everything from cosmetics to lotion to bug spray for the whole family.

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Local first serves a winner

Submitted 06-06-2013 under OPINION

I'm still thinking about the many food offerings from the Local First street party.

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Local organizers to bring DIY punk fest back to the DAAC

Submitted 06-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The ninth annual Grand Rapids punk rock, hardcore music festival, Michigan Meltdown, is returning to the Division Avenue Arts Collective after a brief year away.

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State of the Onion address: Markets, restaurants and learning opportunities grow

Submitted 06-06-2013 under OPINION

As the new Culinary Correspondent for The Rapidian, I begin by establishing a foundation on which I base my own opinions, business and interaction within the “food scene” of our community, whether it’s buying food, dining out, or exploring local food issues.

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WMI pushes it past potential with Rick Chyme

Submitted 06-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Hip Hop artist Rick Chyme and keyboardist Ryan K. Wilson hang out at The Meanwhile with WMI

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Say hello to WMCAT's new Teen Program Director

Submitted 06-05-2013 under NONPROFITS

The West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology is excited to welcome Becca Guyette to their team as the Teen Program Director. She brings more than seven years of experience to the organization.

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