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Keep Kids Entertained While Grown Ups Play

Keep Kids Entertained While Grown Ups Play

Summers' end parties are a great time to soak up the last warm and sunny days of the season. This time when you invite friends over to celebrate, forgo the need for a babysitter and keep kids occupied with fun outdoor games. It's a fun outing for the whole family!...

Low-Cal Cocktails

Low-Cal Cocktails

What's more refreshing than a cocktail at the end of a hard week (or day…)? A cocktail that doesn't put you over on the daily calorie count. Relax the next time your girlfriends are over, and try some of these recipes that are 205 calories or less. Gin and Tonic 103...

RSVP Etiquette: Reply to Invites with Style

RSVP Etiquette: Reply to Invites with Style

The rules surrounding reply etiquette remain the same as they have always been. Having RSVP etiquette is a perfect opportunity to show that you are considerate and respectful of other people’s time and thoughts. The term "RSVP" on an invitation stands for a French...

Fireworks Safety

Fireworks Safety

If fireworks displays are in your entertaining plans this week, make sure taking safety precautions is also present on the itinerary. Grand Rapids Fire Department Fire Inspector Ted Jensen says dry weather and fireworks can take a gathering from playful to dangerous...

Cool Summer Recipes

Cool Summer Recipes

Kitchens are already sizzling this week in the 90-degree weather, so keep dinner cool with these recipes that don't require the oven or grill. Appetizer: Guac 'n chips Ingredients:    •    Three avocados - peeled, pitted, and...

Take Your Party to the Beach

Take Your Party to the Beach

In West Michigan, we know a thing to two about beaches, but do you have beach bag packing down to a science? Entertain your friends and family at the beach with these essential items: Sunscreen: Don't take risks when it comes to sun exposure. Make sure you have a high...

Get Grilling

Get Grilling

This holiday weekend has hot temps in store, and we're guessing your grill will be sizzling too. What are you serving alongside your charbroiled perfection? Here are some menu suggestions: Veggie: Best Grilled AsparagusOne pound fresh asparagusOne tablespoon olive oil...

DIY Antique Centerpieces

DIY Antique Centerpieces

Looking for a personal touch to your backyard barbeque? Try these do-it-yourself centerpieces that take seconds and leave plenty of time for you to enjoy the party yourself. You'll need mason jars, olive oil, and photographs.  Fill mason jars will olive oil....

Gift Wrapping Preparedness

Gift Wrapping Preparedness

Don't be caught on Christmas Eve or the afternoon before a birthday party with a shortage of gift-wrapping supplies. Keep a few things on hand year-round so you'll be ready when the last minute invites pop up in the mail. Your wrapping station should include: Solid...

The In-Laws are Coming! The In-Laws are Coming!

The In-Laws are Coming! The In-Laws are Coming!

You hang up the phone, cheeks sore from smiling (apparently a smile can be conveyed through our voices), throat sore from so much optimism, and then the reality of the call hits–your in-laws are coming for a visit. Your mind instantly goes into list-making...