Dec
29
ArtPeers Looking for Musical Submissions for “Trip the Light”
Written Under Grand Rapids by Ryan VanderMeer | Leave a Comment
ArtPeers announces an open call for submissions of original, local music, through 01.21.10. The groundbreaking modern dance collective DITA (Dance in the Annex) will set new choreography to four of the submitted tracks. The musicians will perform live at Wealthy Theatre, accompanying DITA, and playing additional songs of their choice. Bands will receive professional audio/video recording and still images of the performance, to use as a stand-alone music video, and for promotional use.
The 04.21.10 event, called Trip The Light, benefits ArtPeers efforts to incorporate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. “We can better serve local artists and the community, as a nonprofit organization [...]
Dec
22
Project: 341 Charles SE
Written Under Projects: Completed by Ryan VanderMeer | Leave a Comment

Update: This property is just about ready for new residents. A great deal of work was done to the structure to level the floors on the main level. Supports were added, beams were replaced, and the entire house was jacked up (in the literal sense…not the slang sense). As the things leveled out, walls and floors cracked and were repaired. Things are greatly improved now.
Originally Posted 11/3/2009: We are happy to be managing another home in the Cherry Hill neighborhood (part of the greater East Hills neighborhood and Uptown). This house was build in 1870. I can’t believe that it is nearly 140 years old. There are some signs of age [...]
Dec
1
Project: 1230 Hamilton NW
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Update: That was a quick one. All done!
Originally posted 11/14/2009: This is a cool duplex, kiddy-corner from a tavern and a stones throw from Leonard St. businesses. We have been pretty quiet in the West Grand neighborhood lately, but are happy to be back. Each apartment is rather large, and filled with hardwoods and tile. The upper unit has a great deck that will get some attention to make sure it is safe and secure. There’s really not a whole lot more to tell [...]