The internet has rocked the music industry. Radio has given way to iTunes and MySpace - and bands and fans benefit with more music offerings than ever before. Through social sites, local talents are finding larger audiences, music fans are finding others who share similar tastes, and blogs are turning some fans into tastemakers. [ Read more ]
Green is a movement. Green is a new way of living. And green is all over the internet. Here are 10 of our favorite sites that connect you to eco-friendly friends and resources that really matter.
1. Treehugger - There isn’t a better place to start than Treehugger. Dedicated to “driving sustainability mainstream,” Treehugger offers all the green networking and educational resources you could possibly need, including e-newsletters, audio and video podcasts, contests, and a very active forum where you can share your thoughts on new green products or stories about your personal sustainability struggles and successes. [ Read more ]
The Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) has been enjoying far more than fifteen minutes of fame since its opening in October 2007.
The GRAM received Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program in March, making it the first newly built green museum in the world. And to match its world-class building, the GRAM has now delivered a world-class exhibition with Rapid Exposure: Warhol in Series, featuring works by America’s most famous Pop artist, Andy Warhol. [ Read more ]
Given Michigan’s current housing slump, you might be surprised to know that our state is a leader in green building.
Over 200 building projects in Michigan are either registered with or certified by the The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, a green building certification program developed in 2000 by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). [ Read more ]
Michigan schools compete in Ford Model T University Challenge - May 15th
NTW is here - May 14th
U-M Opening new Business Engagement Center - May 14th
Historic Preservation Efforts Awarded - May 13th
SBAM Launches New Program for Entrepreneurs - May 12th
Michigan Policy Summit 2008 - May 9th
DTE Embraces Biodiesel - May 8th
Michigan’s Creative Economy Gets a Boost - May 8th
Yee-haw! - May 7th
Brush up on your elevator pitch - May 7th
May 16, 2008: Otis Taylor at The Ark
May 17, 2008: Papa Roach at Emerald Theater
May 16, 2008: Grand Rapids Symphony: Patriotic Broadway at Devos Place/Devos Performance Hall
May 17, 2008: Down the Line at Magic Bag
May 17, 2008: American Speedway, They Never Sleep, Nick Wolf Band and Black Knots at The Belmont
Enter AIGA's Celebrate Michigan Poster Design Contest.
The Career SociaList
by Nettie Boivin
Looking for a job? This is one area where social networking shines in making life a lot easier. Here are 10 sites that will help in the "It's all about who you know" department.
The Creative SociaList
by Nettie Boivin
From DIYers to graphic designers, these sites bring you unprecedented access to artists, photographers, designers and their work in Michigan and around the globe.
The Music SociaList
by Scotter Bragg
Radio has given way to iTunes and MySpace - and bands and fans benefit with more music offerings than ever before.
The Green SociaList
by Scotter Bragg
Green is a movement. Green is a new way of living. And green is all over the internet. Here are our favorite sites that connect you to eco-friendly friends and resources.
The Entertainment SociaList
by Bradley Gula
If an exciting night means paper football and a Designing Women marathon, social media is here to help.
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