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ArtPrize 2013: Michael J Mayosky, the traveling muralist

Submitted 10-01-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

During the couple of weeks ArtPrize takes place Michael J Mayosky calls the city of Grand Rapids home. He brings with him his studio and a desire to share with the city. The traveling muralist has numerous stories to tell of his “crazy...

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Hidden ArtPrize Venues: Grapids Irrigation

Submitted 09-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

  Grapids Irrigation features the work of ten artists in several different mediums. Formerly the location of the Grand Trunk Railroad Station built in the 1930’s, the venue has a rich history. Vera Peltonen Bean’s, Plastic Energy is...

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Mitten Brewing Co. works to fill void in Grand Rapids beer scene

Submitted 09-11-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Max Trierweiler and Chris Andrus have known each other since kindergarten. Both born and raised in Grand Rapids, the two started brewing beer together in a garage. They threw around the idea of owning a brewery as they got better, but it wasn't...

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Boiler Room director grows spiritual community

Submitted 08-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Seven years ago, Tony Tendero quit his job as an education professor at Grand Valley to open the Stockbridge Boiler Room. He bought and renovated a former crackhouse to turn it into a house of prayer and hospitality in the neighborhood. Now, Tendero...

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Grand Valley professor breaks down educational borders

Submitted 08-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Whether teaching, writing or organizing film festivals, Zulema Moret is constantly busy. The Argentine-born Grand Valley professor has had a hand in many diverse programs including prayer walks and recently an educational nonprofit, Plaza...

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Really Really Free Market July 7

Submitted 07-02-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Really Really Free Market will be moving to the West Side on July 7 from 2 - 5p.m. for their next event. The market will be held in John Ball Park, near the Butterworth entrance next to the playground and picnic tables.   If planning to...

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Literacy center seeks to promote creativity, local talent with Flash Fiction Contest

Submitted 06-28-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Literacy Center of West Michigan is encouraging aspiring and accomplished writers to enter their previously unpublished short story of 500 words or less to its first annual Flash Fiction Contest. The entry fee is $15 and entries are accepted...

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Ride your bike to Grand Rapids Clips: Beer and Film Tour

Submitted 06-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

A bike and beer inspired picnic and outdoor film screening will take over Ah Nab Awen Park in front of the Gerald R. Ford Museum this Friday, June 21, from 8:30- 11:30 p.m.  New Belgium beers will be available for purchase at the picnic-style...

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Gluten-Free Fair introduces Grand Rapids to new food options

Submitted 06-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

People choose their diets based on many factors. For some, there is the luxury of choices and for others there are food sensitivities or the necessity of disease control. Many people avoid gluten. Gluten is a protein found in grains such as wheat,...

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WMI finds Romance For Ransom

Submitted 04-03-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

In this episode, contributor Lauren Richardson and I got weird at The Holiday Bar with Melissa Dylan and Ben Soper from Romance For Ransom. They talked about making their new EP "Five Ways To Keep A Secret," their video for the...

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