Cherie Inn introduces gluten-free, vegan menu

Cherie Inn introduces gluten-free, vegan menu

The oldest restaurant in Grand Rapids has decided to expand its offerings in an effort to welcome all.

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Celebrate the hop at Founders Harvest Party Oct. 15

When fall rolls around, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the fruits of farmers’ labor in bringing us the fresh hops and grains needed to produce our favorite libation: beer.

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Founders to release Lizard of Koz as part of Backstage series beer

Founders to release Lizard of Koz as part of Backstage series beer

Grand Rapids-based Founders Brewing Co. today announced plans to release Lizard of Koz, its 16th installment of the limited-run “Backstage Series” of beers, starting in December.

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River Phoenix: 23 years after the 23-year-old’s death, ‘Last Night at the Viper Room’ details his final moments

River Phoenix: 23 years after the 23-year-old’s death, ‘Last Night at the Viper Room’ details his final moments

In 1989, River Phoenix walked into a bar in Gainesville, Fla. and ordered a beer. He was 19 years old, but famous enough to skirt the state’s drinking age of 21.

Talk to anyone who spent time in that Florida college town in the late ’80s and they have a River Phoenix story, mostly involving an intense guy who played in a local college jam band called Aleka’s Attic, lived on a 17-acre compound with his family in nearby Micanopy. Music was his first love, but his second job, being a Hollywood celebrity, had him often commuting to movie sets.

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ART SIGHS: Despite convergence of positive factors, Grand Rapids artists worry about their future

ART SIGHS: Despite convergence of positive factors, Grand Rapids artists worry about their future

With ArtPrize, a growing creative class, plenty of jobs and still-affordable space where artists can create, Grand Rapids would seem to be on the verge of an artistic renaissance. So why are the city’s artists so worried about their future? 

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Joel Potrykus' "The Alchemist Cookbook" Comes to UICA

Joel Potrykus' "The Alchemist Cookbook" Comes to UICA

Everyone knows the woods of Allegan are a local hotspot of nature and wildlife.

Michiganders all over agree these lush forests are the ideal haven for hiking, bird watching, hunting and… practicing alchemy? OK, so maybe that last part seems a little out there, but not for Joel Potrykus and his crew. These brave local filmmakers used this location for their most recent project, The Alchemist Cookbook. 

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Kalamazoo folk duo Red Tail Ring announce album release show

Kalamazoo folk duo Red Tail Ring announce album release show

Head to Seven Steps Up on Oct. 7 to celebrate the fourth album from Red Tail Ring.

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Grand Rapids Ballet offering free MOVEMEDIA event

Grand Rapids Ballet offering free MOVEMEDIA event

On Sept. 28, the Grand Rapids Ballet is putting on a free show in order for the public to familiarize themselves (or their friends) with the ballet.

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Grand Rapids Public Museum opening mini exhibit, “Voting! Making It Count”

Grand Rapids Public Museum opening mini exhibit, “Voting! Making It Count”

The Grand Rapids Public Museum has put together what it refers to as a “mini exhibit,” full of voting related artifacts.

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KCAD to open pop-up shop of upcycled materials from Goodwill

KCAD to open pop-up shop of upcycled materials from Goodwill

From Sept. 23-25, Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD) is hosting a pop-up shop of reclaimed and redesigned Goodwill donations.

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Calvin College announces upcoming January Series speaker lineup

Calvin College announces upcoming January Series speaker lineup

Calvin College has released its schedule for the 2017 January Series, a month of experts, performers and other presenters visiting the college.

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Raymond Harvey stepping down as music director of Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra

Raymond Harvey stepping down as music director of Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra

After directing the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for 18 years, Raymond Harvey will be transitioning to music director emeritus at the end of the 2016-17 concert season.

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Indie film events, screenings and festivals in September

Indie film events, screenings and festivals in September

Check out these indie film events in September, including a Frank Zappa doc, Saugatuck Short Film Competition, Overcomer Film Series.

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Kathleen Madigan: Comedy Vet Brings ‘Mermaid Tour’ to Kalamazoo State Theatre

Kathleen Madigan: Comedy Vet Brings ‘Mermaid Tour’ to Kalamazoo State Theatre

Kathleen Madigan is eager to celebrate her 51st birthday on stage in Kalamazoo.

A veteran of standup, Madigan already knows about the area’s great beer selection, asking fans to tweet bar recommendations for her post-Mermaid Lady Tour performance birthday festivities.

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