Out and About: The Evolution of Art Prize
Imaginative, inspiring, unprecedented ArtPrize – the artistic endeavor bestowed upon Grand Rapids ten years ago that enriched the city in immeasurable ways – is being replaced. Temporarily. By Project 1.
Gemini Handmade
Gemini Handmade on Cherry Street in Grand Rapids has been an evolving undertaking for Elyse Welcher and Jake Vroon. Back in 2013, Welcher was setting into motion her vision of a combination studio workshop and gallery that would double as a place for local artists to sell their wares. Vroon, her husband now and owner of Harbinger Designs, showed up with an offer to help.
Building Community: Local First
The budding group of members experienced exponential growth, so, in 2007, four years after its inception, Local First hired Elissa Sengalli Hillary as director and acquired nonprofit status in order to begin fundraising. In just two years, Local First membership grew from 150 to over 500 locally owned businesses and was able to hire additional staff to assist Hillary in brainstorming new undertakings the organization could sustain.
Creating an Art Filled Home
There are several approaches to incorporating art into a well-designed home; the more personal the approach, the better!
Envision a New Ada
Nestled along the Grand River in West Michigan, in a quiet corner east of Grand Rapids, lies a little town with a big future.
Regional Feature: True North Homes
Looking for a spot to vacation and eventually retire, they found their getaway on two acres in Saugatuck.
Out and About: Entertaining Competitions
Gather a team for Snowball Softball at Huff Park in Grand Rapids in February, part of the Meijer State Games competition.
Building Community: The Storehouse
Various nonprofit organizations and churches can now pay a small fee and receive access to household goods, personal hygiene products, and teaching supplies for free. The Storehouse distributes the goods, and World Vision replenishes the supplies as needed.
Building Community: Grand Rapids Community Media Center
Wealthy Street Theatre has been a staple in the Grand Rapids community for as long as I can remember.
Out and About: Fall Comfort Food
Imagine stretching a ribbon of freshly made pasta dough hand over hand until the flour and egg mixture spans the length of the kitchen.