by Claire Chapin | Jan 6, 2026 | Cityscene
When the icy winds of winter arrive in West Michigan, we all need a good reason to actually leave the house. Lucky for us, Michiganders have a lot of practice going through this season (it happens every year, in fact). Which means we’ve found dozens of ways—at least...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog
It’s that time of year again—Brilliance Awards nomination season! The Brilliance Awards recognize the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of those who tackle issues facing professional women. Focusing on nominees who are committed to creating positive change and...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog
Normally, I’m your festive holiday friend. Always looking to plan a get together, gleefully picking out the perfect gift for a friend, blasting Vince Guaraldi Trio on repeat while donning a cable knit that probably should have been burned in 1989. But right now,...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 16, 2025 | Food & Drink
Since at least 2012, breweries have been deeply intertwined with West Michigan’s culture. That was the year Grand Rapids was voted by readers as Beer City, USA, and it only spurred dozens more craft breweries to open across the region. While some spots sadly didn’t...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 9, 2025 | Wellness
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes an abundance of folks hitting the road and taking to the skies to create memories and visit loved ones—120 million Americans, to be exact. Unfortunately, this time of year is also when crowded spaces such as...
