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Umphrey's McGee celebrates America with musical fireworks

Submitted 07-05-2013 under OPINION

With no show to play on the 4th of July, jam band giants Umphrey's McGee decided to celebrate Independence Day one day early, throwing a funk-filled dance party at Frederik Meijer Gardens.

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In Season: July 6,2013

Submitted 07-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

Cherries have arrived! Come stock up on your berries for the holiday weekend!

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Solo industrial act offers synthesizer, drum samples to music scene

Submitted 06-26-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Michael Bussler of Grand Rapids draws on '80s nostalgia, David Lynch and his experience in local punk bands when experimenting with his solo project, Burnt Offerings.

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Antrim Dells' new album shows musicianship, nostalgia

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Jacob Bullard, Brian Voortman, Laura Hobson and John Hanson debut Antrim Dells' newest album this Saturday, June 29th at Nice Gallery.

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Founders Fest proves itself supreme Grand Rapids party

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Despite a very hot and humid day, Founders Fest draws thousands of people to their sixth annual celebration of beer and music. Highlights included Minneapolis band Roster McCabe and Detroit performers Satori Circus.

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Join a drum circle at Wilcox Park

Submitted 06-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids Community Drum Circle calling all 'beautiful vibes'

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Southtown Guitar works to impact music, community

Submitted 06-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Dean Wiers-Windemuller wants his guitar store to be community-focused in many ways.

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Walk this Sunday to support refugees

Submitted 06-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On Sunday June 23, the first Grand Rapids Refugee Walk will take place at Ah-Nab-Awen Park. The 5K walk will help Bethany's to refugee resettlement program in West Michigan.

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Armentality designs classes intended to build trust, connection, joy

Submitted 06-20-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Laura Armenta is dedicated to making dance accessible to everyone, whether through the physical act of dance or experiencing dance itself.

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Electronic pop duo AOK breaks down "Tracks" for WMI

Submitted 06-19-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Kyle Sullivan and Angela B. hang out with WMI editor James Quatrine and hip-hop artist Rick Chyme.

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