GRAND RAPIDS — The first Friday of the month is upon us once again, and in downtown Grand Rapids, that means celebrating the arts!
Here's what's happening 4-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3.
Stained Glass with Class
Alyssa Olson will display her modern clay jewelry.
Giinawind Creative Space
This space next door to the MacRostie Art Center will host a reception for the artists of the Animikii Print Club, whose artwork is featured in the Giinawind Gallery.
MacRostie Art Center
The gallery celebrates the opening of “Thinking About My Thinking,” an exhibit of watercolor paintings by Diane Levar. The reception will include food, wine and other beverages and an artist talk at 6 p.m.
Bender's Shoes & Gifts
Bender's welcomes Jenny Farber of Chaotic Beauty Artistry. Jenny is a wood-burning and watercolor artist based in Grand Rapids, and she'll have handmade earrings, magnets and wall decor available.
Old Central School
Studio 001
Stop by the Garden Level, where artist Lea Friesen will be demonstrating monotype printmaking.
Artists in the Attic
Visit the third floor artists in residence: Nelia Harper, Krista Rogers and Leah Yellowbird. Guest artist Serenity Barden from Hibbing will display her abstract paintings.
North in Bloom
North in Bloom has a "Bloom-tique" with Kayla of Sew Festive. Get a jump on holiday shopping with in-store promos and unique embroidery gifts and more from Sew Festive.
Rapids Brewing Co.
The brewery welcomes musician Charley Wagner beginning at 6:30 p.m.
VFW Post No. 1720
Sam Miltich and Friends perform an evening of jazz music 7-9 p.m.
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With our days being shorter, this week we're wondering about what keeps you busy indoors during the colder months. Or, is there something you'd like to learn this winter?
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Doris Mold has been an innovator in the dairy industry for decades and is this year's recipient of the Bruce Cottington Friend of Dairy Award.
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Heidi Holtan talks with political scholars Russell Muirhead and Nancy L. Rosenblum about their new book, "Ungoverning: The Attack on the Administrative State and the Politics of Chaos."
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Events this week include a puzzle swap, a concert for veterans, a comedian/hypnotist and more.
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With Halloween this week, we are asking about your favorite scary movie. Do you like them? Do you avoid them at all costs?
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Bemidji Downtown Alliance members Gina Grinde of Four Pines Bookstore and Molly Miller of Patterson’s Clothing join the KAXE Morning Show to talk about Sip, Shop, and Stroll going on Saturday, Nov. 9.
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Students and listeners from across the state send in their nature reports. Depending on the season, reports may cover wildflowers, animal behaviors, weather patterns and other wonders.