by Claire Chapin | Nov 9, 2026 | Cityscene
Exciting changes are on the menu at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival, taking place from November 20-21 at DeVos Place. A full palate of food and beverage selections will be spread out inside Exhibit Halls A & B, creating a lively...
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 | Nov 11, 2025 | Style & Beauty
When you buy something handmade by a local artist or craftsperson, you can be 100% confident no one else at the Secret Santa will have a duplicate. It shows a level of care that goes beyond the shelves of big box stores. There are all kinds of gifts too, and this...
by Claire Chapin | Nov 5, 2025 | Cityscene
It’s Light Night on a Friday in downtown Grand Haven. Taking place this year on November 21 from 5-8 p.m., Light Night marks the official start of the holiday season downtown, a night when shops stay open late, lights twinkle across Washington Avenue, and the...
by Kelsey | Nov 18, 2024 | Cityscene
Starting in 1997 with just 10 booths, the Holland Friends of Art Kerstmarkt has grown into a beloved annual holiday event which is entering its 27th season this year. With 25 booths to shop from during each visit, the 2024 Kerstmarkt season will run weekends only with...
