by Claire Chapin | Jul 21, 2026 | Cityscene
Looking for a good read? Perhaps even coupled with a welcoming space to enjoy it in? Come along as we share some of our favorite local independent options for bookworms and lovers of all things literary. Cellar Bird Bookscellarbirdbooks.comShoppers here will find a...
by Claire Chapin | Jul 16, 2026 | Wellness
Summer is a time for outdoor fun, relaxation, and making memories with loved ones. It’s also a time when children are at risk of experiencing what’s known as the “Summer Slide”—learning loss some students experience when they’re away from the regular rhythm of school....
by Claire Chapin | Jul 16, 2026 | Cityscene
Before a PAWS dog changes someone’s life, countless people help shape its journey. For Amy and Garrett, that journey began nearly a year ago with NASH, a Paws With A Cause (PAWS) foster puppy. Since welcoming NASH into their home as volunteer foster puppy...
by Maggie Mutch | Jul 13, 2026 | Women Business Leaders
Get to know some of the top business leaders in the West Michigan community! 2026 Business Leaders As seen in the Spring 2026 issue of West Michigan Woman. Hope for Single Moms Founded in Grand Rapids by Dr. Carla Ludwig, the organization serves ALICE households and...
by Maggie Mutch | Jul 13, 2026 | Women in Wellness
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by Maggie Mutch | Jul 12, 2026 | Events
SAVE THE DATE! APRIL 22, 2027 Connect, elevate and find inspiration at the half-day Brilliance Summit! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from and dive deeper with our expert panelists—Brilliance Awards finalists or top honorees—in sessions intentionally...
by Claire Chapin | Jul 7, 2026 | Wellness
In partnership with First Steps Kent and the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, Michigan State University’s Rx Kids program has launched in zip code 49507 in Kent County. Starting July 1, eligible families in Kent County 49507 can now receive $1,500 during pregnancy...
by Claire Chapin | Jul 7, 2026 | Travel
It’s the perfect season to enjoy all of the delightful towns and cities along the West Michigan lakeshore. Between the beaches, the boutiques, the breweries and beyond, there’s easily enough fun to fill multiple trips (you could even turn it into a staycation with a...
by Claire Chapin | Jul 7, 2026 | Cityscene
This summer, John Ball Zoo is making it easy for everyone to help butterflies, bees, and other wildlife thrive. Community members are invited to visit the Zoo’s Habitat Hero booth at events across West Michigan to receive a free native pollinator plant and learn how a...
