From West Michigan to The Netherlands
Paul Heule is a businessman, a family man, a patron of the arts, a supporter of new technology and he's pretty good at math. He's also the new honorary consul for West Michigan's Dutch Consulate.
J. Bennett Rylah's Latest Articles
The Elemental Project
The Elemental Project is inspiring by nature. Learn how sharing the stories of people involved in positive, cause-based action can create change and forward momentum.
Critical Mastermind
Bike Man wants Grand Rapids to be bike-friendlier, and he wants you to help him.
Inside ArtPrize
The masterminds of ArtPrize have a method to all the madness. Take an inside look at how the spectacle comes together.
SCVNGR: A New Way to Discover ArtPrize
ArtPrize organizers coordinate with Experience Grand Rapids and SCVNGR associates to give ArtPrize visitors a new way to explore the event.
CEOs for Cities’ Carol Coletta on ArtPrize
CEOs for Cities' Carol Coletta talks about ArtPrize and what it means for Grand Rapids and growing cities everywhere.
The Hand that Rocks the Ladle: Sunday Soup
For small donation, you can enjoy delicious, homemade soup, foster community and help support a project all on a Sunday afternoon with Sunday Soup, a mini-grant initiative where everyone wins.
From Bake Sales to Art Markets
Teri O'Driscoll did a little multitasking when she suggested that her school's Parent Teacher Student Association sponsor a market where artists using recycled materials could sell their wares. The result: raise money for City High, teach kids to be mindful of the environment and support local artists.
All for Audio Art
Punching Bee Music, a collective of local artists organized in 2005, aims to promote the health of the local music scene through networking, collaboration, and events. Tune in now
