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Lauren Folkes

Lauren Folkes's Latest Articles

Dakota Shayne: From Books and Cookies to Fitness and Urban Growth

Dakota Shayne is fairly new to Grand Rapids, but has already tackled various market segments including fitness, art and literary advocacy. He's 25 and loves Grand Rapids. Come eat cookies and read with him.  

Dana Friis-Hansen on Taking the Reins of the Grand Rapids Art Museum

The Grand Rapids Art Museum has much to be excited about by way of a well-traveled, experienced curator coming from the south. Dana Friis-Hansen hails from Austin, Texas with a genuine passion for community and creative expression. Friis-Hansen shares his vision for the museum, his take on Grand Rapids and how he enjoys our fair city.

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