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Backyard Bliss: Making Your Outdoor Spaces Come Alive

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Get Your Sunshine Sweat On! Staying Active Outdoors This Summer

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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Announces 2026 Major Chihuly Exhibition

Fans of Chihuly and colorful art and sculpture will want to mark their calendars,...

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Announces 2026 Major Chihuly Exhibition

June 09

Chasing Rainbows: Gay Bars Across West Michigan

When you're looking for a safe space to hang out with likeminded people, gay bars...

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June 03

You’re Doing a Lot—Here’s What to Know About Your Money Life

Let's just say it: You're the go-to person—for your team, your family, your future.

You’re Doing a Lot—Here’s What to Know About Your Money Life

June 02

How to Make Moving Suck Less

Tips for making moving a less stressful experience.

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Bountiful Book Shops

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Summer Festival Fun and Special Events

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May 30

Perfect Pickleball! Sporty Spots to Get Your Game On

Have you hopped on the pickleball train yet? The sport, recognized for its...

Perfect Pickleball! Sporty Spots to Get Your Game On

May 30

Visit These Women-Owned Businesses!

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Backyard Bliss: Making Your Outdoor Spaces Come Alive

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Backyard Bliss: Making Your Outdoor Spaces Come Alive

May 30

Drink and Dine Al Fresco at These Perfect Patios and Rooftops

It's that time of year when being outside is the goal whenever possible.

Drink and Dine Al Fresco at These Perfect Patios and Rooftops

May 30

Legacy of Brilliance: Michelle Rabideau, CFRE, MPA

With over 30 years of philanthropic leadership, Michelle Rabideau, CFRE, MPA, has...

Legacy of Brilliance: Michelle Rabideau, CFRE, MPA

May 30

Daycation Ideas for Your Next Small Adventure

Sometimes you just need to get away. But, you don't necessarily want the...

Daycation Ideas for Your Next Small Adventure

May 30

Rainy Days Happen: Why Building an Emergency Fund Is the Smartest Money Move You Can Make This Year

Life throws us curveballs, whether it's job loss, a medical bill you didn't see...

Rainy Days Happen: Why Building an Emergency Fund Is the Smartest Money Move You Can Make This Year

May 30

Get Your Sunshine Sweat On! Staying Active Outdoors This Summer

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May 30

Catherine Ripley: Rejecting Limitations, Embracing Possibilities

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Grand Rapids in a Glass: 10 Iconic Cocktails

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