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ARENA DISTRICTEXPLORE EXPERIENCE ENJOY

The ArenA DisTricT:The Arena District is a non-profit collaborative of over 30 local hospitality venues which create awareness and support for the collective growth of all businesses located in downtown Grand Rapids. The mission is to promote community, culture, and diversity for the city of Grand Rapids. Come ‘Explore, Experi-ence, and Enjoy’ our exceptional urban flavor and flair!Be sure to sign up for our email list for future information, downtown Arena District events, music, and features.

AbouT our GuiDe:The Arena District is offering you a preview of ArtPrize by hav-ing participating venues displaying art a week early and a week later: starting September 12, 2012 and ending on October 14, 2012. This gives you the opportunity of two extra weeks of viewing! Use our guide to help navigate around The Arena Dis-trict venues and keep track of what art you really appreciated.However, Don’t forget to vote! Polls open Wednesday Septem-ber 19, 2012 on the official kickoff date for ArtPrize. This guide is intended as a tool to help you prepare for the official voting. The walking guide map included in this booklet will help familiar-ize you with ArtPrize venues in the downtown area. Each venue listed will only be open for viewing dur-ing their listed open hours. Please pay close attention to the posted disclaimers under each venue during the week before and week after ArtPrize.

ArenA DisTricT evenTs:2012 culTure club (6–8PM): September Africa ......................................................... 5/3 Vault October Germany ................................................................ TBA November Native American ................................................ TBA

2013 culTure club (6–8PM):January .............................................................................. China February ............................................................................Japan March ............................................................................... Ireland April .........................................................................Netherlands May .....................................................................................Asian June .......................................................................................Italy July ................................................................................... French August .................................................................................India september ......................................................................... Africa october ........................................................................Germany november ....................................................... Native American

oTher evenTs:october 27, 2012 ....................................Musical Chair Games February 12, 2013 ................................Carnevale/Fat Tuesday May 4, 2013 ...................... Cinco de Mayo Street Celebration, August–september 2013 ................................GR’s Got Talent!

AdvocAcy PlAtforms:Parking (Night VIP pass) Grand River Rapids Downtown Farmer’s Market Shuttle: East Grand Rapids/Eastown/28th St. HotelsLook for our annual TASTES GRAND GUIDE, a directory of downtown dining and entertainment venues.

voluntEEr!Become a Volunteer for Arena District Events, Marketing, & Advocacy programs here in downtown Grand Rapids! Come Join The Excitement! Please send Inquiry/Résumé to:

inFo@ArenADisTricTGr.coMWWW.ArenADisTricTGr.coM

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About ...........................................2–3 Back Forty Saloon .........................6 Bar Divani .....................................6 Bistro Bella Vita ............................7 The B.O.B. ....................................8 Buffalo Wild Wings .......................9 Calvin College ...............................9 CitySēn Lounge .............................10 The Cottage Bar and Restaurant ...10 Craft-Revival .................................11 Dégagé Ministries .........................12 DeVos Place ..................................14–15 Grand Rapids Art Museum ...........13 HopCat .........................................16 J. Gardella’s Tavern .......................16 McFadden’s Restaurant & Saloon .17 Mojo’s ..........................................17 One Trick Pony .............................18 Peppino’s Sports Lounge ...............18 Purple East ...................................19 Pyramid Scheme ...........................20 Rockwell | Republic ......................21 Sundance Grill & Bar ....................22 Van Andel / Fifth Third Bank Vault 22 Z’s ................................................23

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www.daniellerowland.com

Fresh. Natural. Local. We go above and beyond to deliver the ultimate dining experience with creative cuisine prepared from scratch using local, chemical-free ingredients. 44 Grandville SW | 616.222.4600

www.bistrobellavita.com

M–Tu: 11am–10pm, W–Th: 11am–11pm, F: 11am–12am Sa: 5pm–12am, Su: 4pm–10pm

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMBrad Kallio 3D Clean Sustainable Energy

A kicked back country feel in a downtown setting. Unique and tasty food paired with an eclectic and lively atmosphere. The BackForty features some of the best local country bands along with one of the area’s top country Deejays.

48 West Fulton | 616.742.4040www.thebackfortysaloon.com

W–Sa: 5pm–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMJohn Elizardo Jr. 2D Spray PaintArtist will be featured at both BackForty Saloon as well as Mojo’s Dueling Piano Bar

Bar Divani is Grand Rapids’ premier wine bar/restaurant, offering exemplary service and the ultimate in tasting experiences since 2002. An ideal respite on the journey of ArtPrize.15 Ionia Ave NW | 616.774.WINE(9463)

www.bar-divani.com

M-Th: 4pm–Close, F–Sa: 4pm–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMAmy Falstrom 2D Painting Andrei Rabodzeenko 2D Oil on Board

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The B.O.B.’s casual appeal, large size and historic charm have given The B.O.B. landmark / destination status in downtown Grand Rapids. Ambitious, expansive, and versatile, The B.O.B. offers a uniquely personal experience for every guest who walks through the door.20 Monroe Ave NW | 616.356.2000

www.thebob.com

M–F: 11:30am–Close, Sa: 2pm–Close, Su: 5pm–Close

ArTisT ForM MeDiuM Scott Buckmaster 2D Triptych, cards, doors/tape Jenny Dood 2D Acrylic painting on canvas Harry Borgman 2D Acrylic painting on canvas Molly Laufer 3D Wood, paper, glass, paint Paul Pelon IV 2D Watercolor Wade Gugino 3D Glass etching/wood/LED Haley Lascari (Jenkins) 2D Acrylic on canvas Sky Black 2D Oil on canvas Weston Rayfield 2D Paint on newsprint Christopher Moran 3D Sculpture Aimee Brumleve (PAWS) 2D Acrylic paint on canvas Sharon Gruss 2D Acrylic Niki Urban 2D Charcoal on paper Steven Pleva 2D Acrylic/oil on wood Lynn Krawczyk 2D Textile on collage Raymond Trujillo 3D Mixed media Daryl Bruischat 3D Copper Forrest Miller 2D Oil Craig Cheply 2D Natural history (certified) Marlan Cotner 2D Oil on canvas Tyler Space 2D Prismacolor pencil Special Olympics 2D Acrylic on canvas

With a full menu of salads, appetizers, wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads, and burgers, our restaurant features four bars and a second story dining experience overlooking Fulton Street in the comfortable and fun atmosphere all our devoted fans have come to know and love! 8 Ionia, Ave SW | 616.454.9464

www.buffalowildwings.com

Su–Sa: 11am–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuM Doc Bernie Duff 2D Acrylics/mixed media Michael Miller 3D Wood, metal, lighting

The (106) Gallery features exhibitions that embrace faculty, student and community artwork. During ArtPrize, the gallery strives to curate a cohesive exhibition that presents multiple artists with compelling and complementary artwork.106 S Division Ave. | 616.454.9943 www.calvin.edu/centerartgallery/studio

M–Th: 12–8pm, F–Sa: 12–10pm, Su: 12–6pm

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMMargery Amdur 3D Sponges, pastel pigment Cathe Hendrick 3D Stitched paper, resin spray Anca Gray 2D Mixed media painting Zach Mory 2D Graphite on paper Jo-Ann Van Reeuwyk 3D Fiber Meghan Borland 3D Ceramic Maureen Nollette 2D Paint, graphite, ribbon, pins

Only open for Preview September 7th and will close after ArtPrize October 7th.

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Celebrating 80 Years!www.cottagebar.biz

Our five-story, LEED Gold Certified hotel features 28 conceptually unique guest rooms. CitySēn offers a full bar with local brews, wine, creative cocktails, and an intriguing array of small plates. For cof-fee lovers, the hotel’s CityBrü fuel stop serves fair trade coffee 24 hours a day. 83 Monroe Center NW | 616.608.1720

cityflatshotel.com/grandrapids

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMAnnu Deol Film/Video 5.14mm SMD LED Display

Lunch: M–Sa: 11am–4pm; Dinner: M–Sa: 4pm–Close Su: 4pm–9pm

Front desk open 24 hours

M–Th: 11am–1am | F–Sa: 11am–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuM Carol & Ray 3D Stone and Metal Jack Eppinga 3D Wood

A Grand Rapids tradition since 1927, we are the oldest operating bar and restaurant downtown. Known for our casual charm & down to earth atmosphere, we’re famous for having the city’s best burgers, and three different styles of award winning chili. 18 LaGrave | 616.454.9088

www.cottagebar.biz

Tu–F: 12pm–6pm, Sa: 10am–3pm

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMJayson Case 3D 14K golds, diamonds Gary Willcock 3D Steel, aluminum, bronze, glass Maria Larson 3D Resin with brass patina

Craft-Revival Jewelers is Grand Rapids’ premier custom jeweler with the focus on jewelry hand-made for the individual, rather than the masses. Stop by the downtown location to see their passion or visit online at craft-revival.com16 Ionia Ave SW | 616.678.3650

www.craft-revival.com

Craft-Revival Presents our 2012 Artprize entry “ The Grand.” Stop by and see our new line of Grand Rapids Jewelry!

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The Mosaic Film Experience is a weekend-long juried film festival. In October 2012, area students will join with national and international filmmakers and present over 100 hours of winning film. The Mosaic Film Experience will generate long-lasting community dialogue and hands-on learning for local students and film enthusiasts. “This is an event which tells the stories that are seldom told, by a tribe that rarely gets a chance to tell them: our young people. They are authentic, brilliant, and they are ours. Mosaic Film Experience celebrates them.”The Mosaic Film Experience 2012Celebration Cinema SouthKentwood, MIOctober 12–14, 2012mosaicfilmexperience.com

Dégagé Ministries offers help and hope to homeless and disadvantaged individuals in our community. What sets Dégagé apart from other organizations is the attention given to each individual and each success.144 S Division Ave | 616.454.1661

www.degageministries.org

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMWilliam LaGrone Jr. 2D painting Oil paint (finger painted)

Open seven days a week, see website for program hours.

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMNorwood Viviano 3D Blown glass/vinyl Adonna Khare 2D Carbon pencil on paper Nathan Craven 3D Ceramic Timothy Cleary 3D Bronze and stainless steel Andrea Kowch 2D Acrylic on canvas K. Houston-Stokes 3D Indiana limestone Kumi Yamashita 3D Light and shadow sculpture Khara Koffel 3D Stainless steel wire Virginia Kistler 3D PVC sheeting, steel wire Chris LaPorte 2D Pencil on paper Andy Hawkes 3D Papermaking Andreas Von Gehr 3D Impression on paper Sky Pape 2D Water/ink, handmade paper Eugene Lemay 2D Inkjet print, archival paper Robert Howsare Performance Turntables/wood/posts/ink Beth Lipman 3D Glass, glue, paint Haresh Lalvani 3D Laser cut stainless steel Anne Gates 3D Egg shells and thread Eames Demetrios 3D Installation Kim Ambriz 2D Graphite/rubylith film J. Gregory Rossano 3D Acrylic/polyurethane/glass

Grand Rapids Art Museum offers works of art that display skilled craftsmanship and distinctive style, and reflect the diversity of current directions in contemporary art. GRAM also serves as an official ArtPrize Exhibition Center.101 Monroe Center | 616.831.1000

www.artmuseumgr.org

Tu–Th: 10am–5pm, F: 10am–9pm, Sa: 10am–5pm, Su: 12pm–5pm

Exhibition Preview will start September 14th–October 14th. Extended hours during ArtPrize, please check website.

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Joan Farago 2D Acrylic on linen Kirstie Conklin 2D Oil on board Agata Mayer 2D Canvas Lee Brown 3D Wood/metal structure Greg Raft 2D Mixed media Mary Steenwyk 3D Wood, fabric, wire, beads Jacob Tonski 3D Kinetic/robotic sculpture James C. Stella 2D Oil, pencil, crayon, acrylic Rebecca Zeiss 2D Large format b&w photos Laurie Busch 2D Mixed media Pat Smith 2D Fabric Francis ODonnell 2D Acrylic paint James Keul 2D Oil on canvas Scott William Bye 3D Cedar fences Nancy A. Connors 2D Pen and ink drawing David Bjurstrom 2D Graphic pencil Christopher Weed 3D Powder coated steel Jacob Grant 3D Ceramic Cristina Fournier 2D Water color Jeff Condon 2D Oil on panel Jim Arendt 2D Cut denim Jessica Bohus 3D Steel wire Buddy E. Oliver 2D Wood carving Kyle Butler 3D Wood, astroturf Natalie Nadeau 3D Metal sculpture Ellen Rogers 3D Mixed media Karyn Alise Vogelpohl 2D Oil and graphite on panel Charlie Tyke 3D Dimensional painting Nicholas Gregory 2D Photography Frank Newmyer, Jr. 2D Oil on canvas

DeVos Place is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Nestled beside the Grand River, the riverfront setting is the perfect backdrop for all types of Art.303 Monroe Ave NW | 616.742.6500

www.devosplace.org

M–Su: 8am–7pm (Skywalk)

ArTisT ForM MeDiuM Ann Keegstra 3D Burlap, yarn, fabric paint Kent Ambler 2D Acrylic on shaped panels Kim Rudolph 3D Sculpture Mary Ann Southworth 2D Acrylic and colored pencil Lis Bokt 3D Wood Clark Art Studio 2D Acrylic paint, brass, steel Jack Nixon 2D Graphite on paper Tom Hoffman 3D Ceramics Scott Luce 3D Granite and glass Gerald & Ryan DePersia 3D Black walnut Cassie Jo Krause Atallah 3D Plastic, wood, mixed media Joshua Best 2D Graphic design poster series Jody Williams 2D Oil on linen Thomas Zanz 2D Mixed Jill Rumoshosky Werner 3D Fiber Don Stover 3D Metal sculpture Margaret Vega 2D Oil and gold leaf on canvas Greg Rawls 3D Kiln-formed glass Jody Cramer 3D Wood relief/acrylic/mixed Melinda Whitmore 3D AquaResin/iron/copper Phil Niekerk 2D Black and white photography Michelle Calkins 2D Oil on canvases Dominic Sansone 3D Bronze, baltic birch, steel David Read Lockhart 2D Oil on canvas Ellen Stuckey 2D Fiber art Peter Halasz 2D Oil paint on panel Tom Nakashima 2D Acrylic and magazine collage Lily Lihting, Li Kostrzewa 2D Mixed media Things That Make Marks 2D Photography

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One mission. HopCat has been ranked the #3 beer bar in the world by Beer Advocate magazine. HopCat is known for great beer, great food, and great service.25 Ionia | 616.451.HOPS (4677)

www.hopcatgr.com

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMAmanda Brown 2D painting Acrylic on canvas Ruth Andrews 3D sculpture Marsh stick, neon sculpture David Dodde 2D Lacquer ink, baltic birch Katie Swanson 2D Colored pencil Marty Smyczek 2D mosaic Bottle caps, aluminum sheet Michael Dura 2D painting Oil on canvas

M–Sa: 11:30am–2am, Su: 12pm–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMGerard Wood 2D Watercolor Robert M. Watkins 2D drawing Charcoal Rachel Ward 2D drawing Graphite Judy A. Steiner 2D painting Oil

J. Gardella’s is the place to relax and unwind with friends. Enjoy your favorite spirit, a pint, or glass of wine, and then make a selection from our extensive menu featuring delicious comfort foods, salads, wraps, burgers, and more.11 Ionia SW | 616.459.8824

www.jgardellastavern.com

M–Sa: 11:30am–2am; Su: 12pm–2am

This is not your grandfather’s saloon. Irish inspired bar with a pub menu and a focus on fun. This is Grand Rapids’ premier party bar.5 8 I o n i a S W | 6 1 6 . 4 5 4 . 9 1 0 5 www.mcfaddensgrandrapids.com

M–F: 4pm–2am, Sa–Su: 11:30am–2am

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMJoe Simon 3D Persistence of video animation Erik Holladay 2D Digital photography Delae C. Noctra 2D Mixed inks Matthew Leonard 2D Digital photography Sinisa Nedelkoski 2D Digital print Nathan Hoste 2D Ink, gouache, spray paint... Les Katt 2D Acrylic on canvas

We are open 4 days a week and provide interactive dueling piano shows, a full service menu and energy up the whazzo. So come on down for some of the best grub and hams in Grand Rapids.180 Monroe Ave | 616.776.9000

www.mojospianobar.com

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMKenn Vidro 2D Acrylic on canvas John Elizardo Jr. 2D Spray paint Stephen Vaught 3D Sheet metal and paint

W–Sa: 5pm–2am

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Artist Form medium April Washburn 3D Paper mâché carousel horse Timothy Pospisil 2D Oil on masonite board Bunny Terwee 2D Watercolor Jeannette Van DerVeen 2D Acrylic paint Steve Damstra 2D Photography Linda Hopkins 2D Painting Julie Trzybinski McLellan 2D Paint (acrylic/mixed media) Molly Axe 2D Acrylic on canvas

M–Th: 11am–11pm, F: 11am–12am, Sa: 5pm–12am

With food ranging from pecan encrusted Ahi tuna to our wide selection of pizzas and pastas, we offer a menu like no other restaurant. We combine our great menu with some of the best music acts, providing an unforgettable experience.136 Fulton SE | 616.235.PONY (7669)

www.onetrick.biz

Artist Form mediumJohn Becker 2D Acrylic on canvas Aaron Schradin 3D Custom transportation Eric Nyamor 2D Ink and Photoshop Dave Ferguson 3D Metal, granite, glass

M–F: 11am–2am, Sa–Su: 12pm–2am

Peppino’s Pizzeria & Sports Grille is Grand Rapids’ premier Sports Lounge. Enjoy our vast menu, offering everything from award winning Pizzas to New York Strip steaks. We have your favorite draft Beer or try one of our Martinis.130 Ionia SW | 616.456.8444

www.peppinospizza.com

Artist Form medium Alan Casadel 2D Acrylic mixed media We Are Game 3D Mixed media Curt Hoogewind 2D Canson/ink/pencil Scott Van Allsburg 2D Photograph Maile Fooy 3D Mixed media Nick Anderson 2D Digital ink jet Brian Munley 3D String Daniel McClendon 2D Oil and acrylic paint Sean Siverly 3D Wood, assemblage on panel Laurie Angell 2D Embellished felted wool Renee Willoughby 2D Mixed media Clayton Damren 3D Glass Sarah Bailey 3D Ceramic asssemblage MiEDA 2D Photography Michael K 3D Acrylic painting Carmen Egolf 3D Ceramic Kelly Dodde 3D Wood Matt Brown 3D Copper Storm Matousek 3D Wood Myles Roznowski 3D Mixed media Chantal Fennell 2D Acrylic on canvas Michael J Hileski 2D Hot air Janelle Dahlberg 2D Oil, acrylic, and house paint Nicole Bird 3D Mixed media John Patrick Morris 3D Collage Jackie Kalin 2D Mixed media Jessica Thome 2D Oil painting, mixed media Lavone Payne 3D Acrylic paint, tin, glass Jim Thompson 3D Salvaged materials, wood Richard Pociask 2D Mixed media Dorothy Pizzuti 3D Sculpture

M–Sa: 10am–9pm, Su: 12pm–7pm

Founded in Grand Rapids in 1974, Purple East has become an iconic counterculture boutique offering hand blown glass, licensed band apparel & merchandise, and gifts. Come in and view the creations of 32 talented artists.250 Ionia SW | 616.235.2605

www.purpleeast.com

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Artist Form mediumMaria Elena Blanco 2D Series Photographs, and poetry Nick Nortier 2D Wood burn, oil paint Darnel Williams 2D painting Oil on canvas/mixed media Clint Asaph 2D painting Oil on canvas Katy Batdorff 2D Photography Joseph DeCommer 2D painting Acrylic Lynn Spanke 2D painting Oil and acrylic on canvas Kristy Glass 2D Eco-friendly mixed media

Su–Sa: 4pm–2am

We are a neighborhood pub and music venue in the Heartside neighborhood. A place for the artists, musicians and localists of Grand Rapids.68 Commerce SW | 616.272.3758

www.pyramidschemebar.com

Rockwell: M–Fr 11am–2am, Sa–Su: 12pm–2am Republic: M–Sa: 5pm–2am

Rockwell-Republic is a multilevel restaurant and lounge providing two distinct dining atmospheres, three bar areas and elevated outdoor seating. Our menu features homemade, locally sourced cuisine, specialty martinis, and extensive selection of craft beers and a large wine list. The ambiance is relaxed, smart and cool!45 S. Division | 616.551.3563

www.rockwellsrepublic.com

Artist Form mediumElly Tullis 2D Oil on canvas Henry Birdseye 2D Lego bricks on plastic Jason Villareal 2D Acrylic paint Sally Cronkright 2D Acrylic Sandra Stone 2D Oil, metal filings, patina... Janet Dosenberry 2D Mixed media Alex Diaz 2D Acrylic on masonite Emeka Ikebude 2D Acrylic on canvas Paul Mansky 2D Palladium Photographs

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“stella blue” named Best Burger in America

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53 Commerce Ave sw . Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.stellasgr.com . ph. 616-742-4444

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M–Th: 6:30am–9pm, F: 6:30am–9:30pm, Sa: 7:30am–9:30pm, Su: 7:30am–2:30pm

We are centrally located in downtown and serve a full menu of southwestern cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We proudly offer a $2.00 happy hour and a full bar. We have a banquet room and an active catering program.40 Pearl St. NW | 616.776.1616

www.4gr8food.com

Artist Form mediumChuck Gillies 2D Acrylic painting David Hardin 2D Framed oil on linen Janet Y Johnson 2D Acrylic on canvas Matt Nesbary 2D Digital painting Patricia Williams 2D Canvas Paul J Wolber 2D Acrylic painting

Open: Before, during, and after events at the Van Andel Arena

The 5/3 Bank Vault Restaurant and Bar is located on the main level of the Van Andel Arena. Open during events, our bar offers a wide selection of local beer, Michigan wines and hand crafted cocktails. Come in and enjoy our house smoked meats and specialty sandwiches, prepared by our executive chef, the American Culinary Federation’s 2012 Chef of the Year. Stop by our outside location during ArtPrize.130 W Fulton | 616.742.6231

vanandelarena.com/savor-catering

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMShie Moreno 3D Mural Tom Sheerin 3D Silverware, found objects

M–Sa 11am–2am; Su: 12pm–1am

Z’s is located near the Amway Grand Plaza, across the street from the JW Marriott. Z’s full menu is available until 2am, including award winning ribs. Fifteen draft beers and nightly drink specials also available.168 Louis Campau Promenade 616.454.3141 | www.zsbar.com

ArTisT ForM MeDiuMJohn Menhart 2D Pencil, Watercolor