North Kent Mall Uniquely You Fashion Show 1985Susan Evangelista2026-09-20 | North Kent Mall Uniquely You Fashion Show 1985Mic Carlson Sculptures, Paintings and meeting Pope Benedict XVISusan Evangelista2023-09-20 | Sculptor and Painter Mic Carlson....just some of his creations. MicCarlson.comThe Concussions CD Release Party Saugatuck, MichiganSusan Evangelista2023-06-25 | Grand Rapids own Concussions had a packed house for their CD Release Party in Saugatuck, Michigan at the Red Dock. It was a GREAT party! These guys ROCK! Thanks for the FUN!!!!! Dick Chiclet (Tommy Schichtel): Guitar Matt Mason (Christopher Schichtel): Bass Claude Nine (Dave Stanton): Guitar Billy Vits (Bill Vits): DrumsSummer Solstice in Saint Francis Sculpture Garden 2023Susan Evangelista2023-06-23 | Welcome summer in our garden party with Musicians Rick Reuther, Mike Lutley and Tom Good. Lots of smiles and love throughout the evening celebration. Thanks to all who showed up. A special thanks to Sr. Mary Navarre, OP for her words of wisdom and to Mindy Hills for arranging this eve of love. Saint Francis Sculpture Garden is located at 2023 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, MI. Saintfrancissculpturegarden.orgMic Carlson SculptorSusan Evangelista2023-04-29 | This video depicts Sculptor Mic Carlson creating life size statues of Francis of Assisi, Madonna of the Streets, Jesus after being scourged at the pillar and Jesus and the Children...all life size bronze statues are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Saint Francis Sculpture Garden Virtual TourSusan Evangelista2023-04-25 | Take a quick walk through this wondrous wooded landscape filled with bronze statues and stories about Francis of Assisi. You will love it! Visit anytime...always open...free...wheelchair accessible. 2023 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, Michigan. SaintFrancisSculptureGarden.orgCelebrating Billy Vits on his 50th! Great memories for all of us!Susan Evangelista2023-01-17 | Enjoy some Billy Vits memories from a lot of get togethers and Concussions Shows. Enjoy!!!!! Rest In Peace Dear Billy.Bill Vits Percussion Discussion School ProgramSusan Evangelista2023-01-13 | Billy Vits, Percussionist with the Grand Rapids Symphony doing what he does BEST! You may also know Billy as drummer with The Concussions. This 10 minute video shows him playing Bones, Conga Drums, Xylophone, and Electronic Percussion. RIP Billy. You are one of a kind.Bigwheel Keep on TurningSusan Evangelista2022-06-17 | Friends for life Tommy and Paul do a tribute to the Bigwheel a few years later! What a riot!!!!!Elsa Sings Bye Bye BlackbirdSusan Evangelista2021-09-22 | Elsa Fierens sings Bye Bye Blackbird at 5th Street Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is accompanied by Steve Talaga on keyboard, Charles Johnson on bass and Mark Weymouth on drums.Robins Visit Pond in Michigan on February 18, 2021Susan Evangelista2021-02-18 | First time we left our pond going all winter and look who came to enjoy it! What a fabulous blessing!!!Mic Carlson Paints Francis of Assisi (Vasek Vaclav Cernohous)Susan Evangelista2021-02-04 | In Assisi, Italy, Sculptor Mic Carlson from Grand Rapids, Michigan was asked to paint the living statue of Francis of Assisi in the center of this wonderful city. Vasek Vaclav Cernohous portrays Francis all around Italy but most prominently in Assisi, Italy.Creating a Bronze Sculpture by Sculptor, Mic CarlsonSusan Evangelista2019-06-01 | Bronze statue commissioned by Todd Wittlinger of Grand Rapids, Michigan of Todd's sister Kim and her daughter Abby. This video shows the Mic Carlson creating from drawing to wire armature to clay form, then the mold making process to the final casting of the bronze.Blessing of the Bicycles at St . Mark’s Episcopal ChurchSusan Evangelista2019-05-16 | Monday, May 13 was the first "Blessing of the Bicycles" at St. Mark's Episcopal Church. It was a fun event!Eddie Angels Guitar Party Itchy Chicken Live @ El Club Detroit 12//2018Susan Evangelista2018-12-06 | Eddie Angel - guitar Tommy Schichtel - bass Jason Smay - drums Mickey Smay - drumsBlessing of the Animals 2018Susan Evangelista2018-10-22 | The Saint Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden was the scene of our 10th annual blessing. Situated on 10 acres of wooded pathways, the little ones enjoyed a stroll, blessing and treats in this magical garden filled with sculptures of Francis by Sculptor, Mic Carlson. Hosted by Instruments of Hope. Pastor Ginny Makita blessed the animals.Mic Carlson Restores Mathias Alten MuralSusan Evangelista2018-09-10 | HGTV show "If Walls Could Talk" features Mic Carlson, Grand Rapids, Michigan Artist/Sculptor restoring a once covered mural by Mathias Alten. Also, Barnaby interviews Mic at the site.Mic Carlson My SuperheroSusan Evangelista2018-09-09 | He never ceases to amaze me with all the wondrous things he creates. Mic Carlson my Superhero!Mic Carlson ArtPrize 2018Susan Evangelista2018-09-08 | A preview of some of Grand Rapids, Michigan Sculptor Mic Carlson's work.Ed Buchanan Uncle Bucks Wake at Bobs BarSusan Evangelista2018-07-28 | July 27, 2018, we got together to celebrate an icon from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Ed Buchanan aka Uncle Buck, started his radio career with WLAV in 1970 and stayed there until 1979 when he moved to WCUZ for 16 years. In 1995, Uncle Buck returned to WLAV for the remainder of his radio career. Along with his many mornings on the radio waves of WLAV, he was also well known for “The Ed Buchanan Comedy Hour” and more recently “Breakfast in the Basement” where he spent Sunday mornings highlighting Michigan artists and sharing his music knowledge with listeners. This painting that was unveiled by the artist Mic Carlson and Bob the owner of Bob's Bar, features Uncle Buck with some of his friends at the bar.
"This painting gives us a bridge to move forward and still be able to smile and look back." Tony Gates.Crazy times in Lake GardaSusan Evangelista2018-06-22 | Mickey and JoJo....brothers having fun!Jesus and the Children Bronze StatueSusan Evangelista2018-04-13 | April 8, 2018, Mic Carlson, sculptor, unveils his larger than life bronze of Jesus and the Children in front of the Basilica of Saint Adalbert in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bishop David J. Walkowiak and Monsignor R. Louis Stasker officiated. Here is the making of the statue and the unveiling.Living Nativity in Saint Francis Sculpture Garden 2017Susan Evangelista2017-12-24 | A lovely event that brought beautiful people together to celebrate love in the Saint Francis Sculpture Garden at 2023 Fulton Street, East, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Thank you to all of our cast of humans and animals. As always, our costumes by Kostume Room.St. Francis & Brother Leone Bronze Sculpture DedicationSusan Evangelista2017-12-11 | A ceremony of blessing and song dedicating this sculpture by Mic Carlson to the Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden took place July 13, 2013. Thank you Tim Ziegler for your generosity honoring the Dominican Sisters. Special in memory of Sister Mona Schwind OP.Mic and Susan Interview about European AdventureSusan Evangelista2017-12-07 | An interview about our European Adventure Book before we even go! Quality is not the best.Mic and Susan at the OscarsSusan Evangelista2017-12-07 | A fun eve for sureBlessing of the Animals 2017Susan Evangelista2017-11-29 | The Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan, was filled with these lovely creatures, young and old, big and small, as they gathered for a fun walk through the garden. They walked to the blessing, where all enjoyed a little treat while being blessed. Special.North Kent Mall Grand Rapids, MichiganSusan Evangelista2017-10-08 | A clip from a Uniquely You Fashion Show at North Kent Mall in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Saint Francis Sculpture Garden WalkSusan Evangelista2017-05-19 | Saint Francis Sculpture Garden is located at 2023 East Fulton, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Enjoy the visual treat through wooded pathways as you visit each garden site complete with statues of Francis of Assisi, sculpted by Mic Carlsoni. You can sit on benches along the way to make your journey even more relaxed. Saint Francis Sculpture Garden is the non profit accepting donations to keep building this garden. A very special thank you to Rabbit Thomas for his original piano piece.City Antiques Cleans Out Hoarders HouseSusan Evangelista2017-05-09 | City Antiques has antiques and collectibles. They are located at 954 E. Fulton Street, Grand Rapids, Michigan.Strong Men?????Susan Evangelista2017-03-23 | Oh my! Susan to the rescue!Squirrel sneaks up on hawkSusan Evangelista2017-03-01 | Goofy squirrel checks out hawk on a fenceGazebo at entrance of St. Francis Sculpture GardenSusan Evangelista2017-02-17 | Gorgeous gazebo welcomes you to the Saint Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden at 2025 Fulton East, Grand Rapids, Michigan.Blessing of Animals 2016 at Saint Francis Sculpture GardenSusan Evangelista2016-10-04 | A walk through the St. Francis Sculpture Garden with the cutest critters! Hosted by Saint Francis Sculpture Garden non-profit, this garden is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan at 2023 E. Fulton. Sculptures by Mic Carlson. Open always! FREE!!! Wheelchair accessible.Blessing All AnimalsSusan Evangelista2016-09-08 | They all are so sweet. These little ones give me so much joy as they visit my yard.Saint Francis Sculpture Garden StrollSusan Evangelista2016-08-12 | The Saint Francis Sculpture Garden is a destination place for all! Open to the public any day, any time! Please visit and enjoy. Always open and free! Sculptures by Sculptor Mic Carlson. Located at 2023 E. Fulton, Grand Rapids, Michigan. For more information please visit us on our website saintfrancissculpturegarden.org, Facebook at Saint Francis Sculpture Garden.Happy Birthday Mickey!Susan Evangelista2016-07-14 | A celebration of love!!Roman Walker Dedication at Saint Francis of Assisi Sculpture GardenSusan Evangelista2016-07-12 | On Sunday, July 10, 2016, in memory of Roman Walker, friends and family gathered in the St. Francis Sculpture Garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan to celebrate love. The garden is located in the Dominican Center wooded area at 2025 Fulton Street, East, Grand Rapids, Michigan. "I'll Be Seeing You" sung by Roman Walker, with Mark Kahny on piano, Elgin Vines on Bass and Bill Vits on Drums. Recorded at Goon Lagoon.Rocking Out at the White House with David and Deb BartonSusan Evangelista2016-06-14 | A short tribute to our dear departed loved one, David Barton. He was a great friend to many and sure knew how to live life and he shared it well. Rest in Peace dear one. "Caberet" sung by David Barton. "White House" written and sung by Joe WardMic Carlson, Sculptor, Creates Life Size Bronze StatuesSusan Evangelista2016-06-09 | A brief peek into the world of Mic Carlson, Grand Rapids, Michigan Sculptor, creating life size statues.Kathy Lamar Fly Me To The MoonSusan Evangelista2016-02-11 | Kathy Lamar, Vocal, Scott Veenstra, Drums, Steve Talaga, Piano, Warren Jones, Bass. Recorded at Goon Lagoon, Grand Rapids, Michigan.Living Nativity 2015Susan Evangelista2015-12-22 | A lovely warm December day in the Saint Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden for the Instruments of Hope annual Living Nativity.Blessing Animals in the St. Francis of Assisi Garden 2015Susan Evangelista2015-10-22 | Beautiful creatures visit the St. Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is located in the wooded grounds of the Dominican Center (Marywood). Always a blessed event hosted by non-profit Instruments of Hope. Facebook Instruments of Hope to keep up on our super activities!International Day of Peace Walk in Francis of Assisi Sculpture GardenSusan Evangelista2015-09-22 | Sunday, September 20, 2015, Instruments of Hope non-profit held a walk through the lush winding pathways of the Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden. People wrote their thoughts for peace on a colorful ribbon and attached it to the world base of an 11 foot statue of Francis, by Sculptor Mic Carlson. Members from "Threshold Choir Group" sang at one of the sites designated for rest and enjoyment by sculptures throughout the garden.Cascade Christian ChurchSusan Evangelista2015-09-15 | Cascade Christian Church New Cross Cascade Christian Church Celebrated it's 150 years with a new bronze cross sculpted by International Sculptor Mic Carlson. It was a glorious celebration.In Memory of Lost Loved Ones in the St. Francis Sculpture GardenSusan Evangelista2015-09-11 | Instruments of Hope/Kaufmann Interfaith Institute/Hospice hosted a memorial event in the Saint Francis of Assisi Sculpture Garden at the Dominican Center at Marywood in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to provide a way for people to come together to share memories and honor loved ones they have lost. We Remember is a community wide event planned by the Kaufman Interfaith Institute of Grand Valley State University and four hospice organizations - Emmanuel Hospice, Faith Hospice, Heartland Hospice and Hospice of Michigan.Johannes Pouring German Lager into a Founders Glass (Part 2)Susan Evangelista2015-07-29 | Johannes from Nurnberg, Germany pours a tasty beer into a Founders Glass from Grand Rapids, Michigan.How to Pour a Perfect Weizen Beer by Johannes of Nurnberg, GermanySusan Evangelista2015-07-29 | This is how it's done in Nurnberg, Germany.Christ at the Pillar by Mic Carlson at Holy Redeemer ChurchSusan Evangelista2015-07-29 | "Christ at the Pillar," a seven-foot-tall bronze depiction of Jesus sculpted by Grand Rapids artist Mic Carlson, has been installed at Holy Redeemer Parish in Jenison.
The blessing ceremony was led by Bishop David Walkowiak, Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids on June 27 at Holy Redeemer Parish, 2700 Baldwin St.North Kent Mall Uniquely You Fashion Show 1985Susan Evangelista2015-06-25 | The now sadly closed North Kent Mall in Grand Rapids, Michigan was the scene for this Fashion Show by Uniquely You Models. The Rap Group Tri European is featured. For sound go to Vimeo.com North Kent Mall Uniquely You 1985.Woodland Mall Evening Wear Fashion Show by Uniquely You (Short Version)Susan Evangelista2015-06-17 | 1993 was the year for a fashion show by Uniquely You Modeling Agency in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Woodland Mall was the scene. This is just a clip from the show. Evening wear to the song "Fever." Awesome fun!!! For sound go to Vimeo.com...Woodand Mall Uniquely You 1993 Evening Gowns