We're jumping right into 2011 with our first speaker series event of the year!

The format has changed a bit since we first announced this event. To mix things up, the "speakers" for this event will be you, the audience. As we expect a big turnout of people from the Uptown area, we'll talk with them about what makes Uptown unique, what makes it tick, and what success stories... [read more]

We're jumping right into 2011 with our first speaker series event of the year!

The format has changed a bit since we first announced this event. To mix things up, the "speakers" for this event will be you, the audience. As we expect a big turnout of people from the Uptown area, we'll talk with them about what makes Uptown unique, what makes it tick, and what success stories can be shared with other neighborhood districts in Grand Rapids.

Find out why people choose to live, work and play in Uptown, what challenges and rewards have come from being invested in this area, and what opportunities lie ahead for the East Side of Grand Rapids. It's also an opportune time to discuss revitalization of urban retail districts and the issue of gentrification, on the heels of anti-revitalization vandalism in this area.

Free admission! Doors and concessions open at 5:30. Alcohol available for purchase for Community Media Center members ($12/year).

Sponsored by Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and produced by Rapid Growth Media, an NYASS Production.