by Claire Chapin | Apr 28, 2026 | Cityscene
Lovers of apples and cider, rejoice! Cider Week GR is returning to the heart of Michigan’s apple capital from May 8-16 with nine days of tastings, tap takeovers, and a 20-year milestone celebration. Hosted by Experience Grand Rapids in partnership with the Michigan...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 28, 2026 | Cityscene
The 10th anniversary Brilliance Awards, an annual celebration of the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of those who tackle issues facing professional women, took place April 23 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. As the West Michigan Woman community...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 21, 2026 | Wellness
When I decided to host a screening of The M Factor 2, Before the Pause: Perimenopause in Grand Rapids last month, I knew it would resonate. But I don’t think I anticipated just how deeply our community was craving this conversation. As one of just 10 cities selected...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 21, 2026 | Cityscene
Design 1 Salon Spa is renowned for its luxurious hair, nail, skin and body services across four locations—and for good reason! This year, treat your mom or mother figure to an unforgettable Mother’s Day by choosing from Design 1’s abundance of services Whether...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 21, 2026 | Blog
Mother’s Day is approaching, which is cause for planning some quality time with the moms and mother figures in your life. If you’re hoping to do something beyond the expected this year, take a look at some of the fun ideas we’ve rounded up for outings and activities,...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 14, 2026 | Wellness
Did you know? Alcohol has an effect not just on your liver, but on every organ and cell in your body. With April being Alcohol Awareness Month, we connected with an expert to learn more about how alcohol impacts our bodies, recognizing early signs of misuse, resources...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 14, 2026 | Cityscene
Did you know? Warmer weather means it’s kitten season here in West Michigan, with the Humane Society of West Michigan expecting to intake over 700 kittens in the coming months. When warmer weather comes, animal shelters see an increase in stray cats breeding and...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 14, 2026 | Wellness
Across West Michigan, women are redefining what it means to age well—prioritizing energy, resilience, and longevity through more personalized approaches to health. From morning walks along Lake Michigan to balancing careers, family life, and community involvement,...
by Claire Chapin | Apr 7, 2026 | Blog
It inevitably comes for us all. A hobby you perhaps in the past haven’t thought twice about. But now … well, you couldn’t be more enthusiastic about grabbing your gear and getting outside to set out on your search. What is it we’re searching for, you ask? The...
