Business Moves with Marie La Mode
Liz Haan, owner of Marie La Mode, is living in jumpsuits—it’s the easiest get-up, slip one on and you’re done (your only stressor now is shoes). Also on repeat are high-waisted denim and graphic tees. These are her favorite looks and lately, she’s wearing them in her new brick and mortar store on Cherry Street as she adapts to a different pace than what she’s become used to.
Kula Yoga Relocates & Teams Up with Wanderlux
Megan Rader is moving Kula Yoga to a new, larger location that will give her the opportunity to provide more class offerings as well as childcare for yoga students taking classes, but that’s not all she’s excited about.
Staying Close To Nature with Nestology
Newcomer on the scene, Nestology Shop + Studio, is in bloom and ready to show GR how deep its roots go in terms of community, creativity and attention to the planet.
Pop-Up Fitness Takes Your Workout to the Beach
Getting bored with simply adjusting the incline on your treadmill to get a better workout? Looking for reasons to explore the coast this summer?
Seamless Style from the Outside In
While others designing their dream home envision open floor plans, vaulted ceilings and that longed-for room designated solely for their hobby, landscape designer Amy Squires did her dreaming a little differently: her perfect home began with planning landscapes and gardens, with the home built around them.
Father’s Day Gifts That’ll Make Dad King for a Day
Who’s up for some gift ideas that don’t involve a tie? On June 17, give dad a great gift from one of these local shops.
Throw a Stellar Yard Sale with These Pro Tips
It’s that time of year again – and people are eager to get their paws on your possessions. Are you ready to purge and make some money doing it?
Eco Fashion: It Looks Good On You
Who knew you could respect life, prevent pollution, connect with nature and look fabulous doing it?
Take Your Yoga Practice Outdoors with These Hot Summer Classes
Summer is approaching, and so are many chances to soak up the beauty of the Grand Rapids area with these outdoor yoga classes.
Tips & Tricks for Flourishing Window Boxes & Flower Beds
If you’re plotting out your window boxes and flower beds this weekend, Romence Gardens has some tips and tricks to help ensure you purchase the right plants for your yard.
F3 Offers Fitness, Fellowship & Faith
The group of guys doing push-ups at your local park might be going for more than just a good sweat. Or at least that’s what F3 is aiming for.
Meet Your Maker: Sally Ann Bags
Sally Keiser, founder of Sally Ann bags, has a mission: She wants people to care about where their fashions come from, who makes them and how they are made. From handbags, backpacks, clutches and satchels, this maker’s bespoke products are made in Grand Rapids with love, a lot of time and with Mother Earth in mind.
Those Rebel Boys
It is an absolute fact that a die-hard customer camped out at Rebel’s front door to be the first person in line to shop at the new store.
Library Offers Adulting 101 Classes to Help You Adult Better
Are you having trouble adulting? Well, do we have good news for you. The Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) is launching a new series of classes that will teach you the necessities about home maintenance, green cleaning, job searching, and managing a spending plan.
Professional House Stager Shares Tips on Creating a Space Buyers Will Love
Krista Price is something of a Jill-of-all-trades. She parlayed years of theater experience into a successful house staging and remodeling business.
Sport & Social Club Offers “Recess” for Adults
Ever wondered why the recess of your youth had to go away? You’re not the only one. The Grand Rapids Sport and Social Club (GRSSC) was founded to offer an after work recess spot for young professionals in and around Grand Rapids.
Blonde Ambition: Palace Flophouse Salon Opens
We’re talking literature, music and hair with the darling of Palace Flophouse Salon, Ann Van Weaver.
Think Green: Ecofriendly Organizing
I regularly hear, “I don’t want to keep it, but I don’t know what to do with it.” Beneath this is a whole lot of guilt in letting go of unnecessary and dated items for fear of ending up in a landfill. I love that my clients care – and get excited when I can reassure them that I can find an outlet for their clutter.
Kendall College Fashion Students Showcase Latest Designs
The work of 25 up and coming local designers will be on display later this week during a special fashion show.
Barre Class Heads to the Bar
If you’ve ever wondered why it has become more popular than ever to attend fitness classes in breweries, coffee shops or even on rooftops, Cori Williams, the owner of Beer City Barre, has some answers.