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RG TV: Tunes at Tanglefoot

Art always adorns the walls at Tanglefoot Studios. But sometimes music fills the air. Vlogger Andy Dragt takes you behind the scenes of a memorable evening with three nationally known singer/songwriters.     

RG TV: The Stray Dog

Grand Rapids, like any growing city, has an ever increasing number of coffee shops. But Stray Dog combines the aroma of a coffee house with the print prowess of a newstand. Vlogger Andy Dragt takes you inside the latest hot spot to get a cup of fair trade and your read-on. 

RG TV: Landing on Urban Planet

UrbanPlanet.org is an online community of people talking about neighborhood revitalization, architecture, and a variety of other issues affecting America's cities. With more than 250 registered users discussing thousands of topics, the Grand Rapids section is one of the more popular in cyberspace. Vlogger Andy Dragt introduces you to the Urban Planeteers.

RG TV: Get on the Bus

The argument that nobody rides the bus has come to the fore in part because more substantial criticisms against investments in mass transit have lost their credibility. Now vlogger Andy Dragt reveals the folly of that misconception too. All aboard!   

RG TV: Coming Home on Cherry Street

Jonathan Bradford once found a postcard picture of the D.A. Blodgett Home for Children in an antique shop in Frankenmuth, MI. Now, after a $6 million renovation, his organization is housed in the 100-year-old building. Join him on a tour of Grand Rapids' latest tribute to its history.

RG TV: Book it Downtown

After years of lobbying by downtown residents and leaders, Schuler Books recently opened a storefront on Fountain Street in the heart of Center City. Vlogger Andy Dragt takes you inside. 

RG TV: Get in the GRAM

The new Grand Rapids Art Museum opened nearly two weeks ago to rave reviews. But for those who have yet to explore the city's latest architectural masterpiece, vlogger Andy Dragt offers this visual inspiration to finally go pay the price of admission

RG TV: The Road to Women’s Wellville

When the doors open in summer 2008, the Women's Health Center now rising on Health Hill will be one of only a few facilities in the nation focused completely and exclusively on the wellbeing of women. Vlogger Andy Dragt navigates the bulldozers, cranes, and construction dust to bring you this footage of GR's latest medical landmark

RG TV: The Proper Pub

The Green Well, Michigan's only Eurpoean-style gastro pub, opened last week in downtown Grand Rapids. With a LEED certified building and a penchant for local foods, the joint just may be the state's most sustainable public house as well. Vlogger Andy Dragt takes you inside 

RG TV: Meanwhile, A New Bar

Eastown's newest watering hole is just weeks away from throwing open the doors and pouring pints. Vlogger Andy Dragt previews the new gathering spot

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