December 2020
Every issue
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Outside adventures
While travel might be a little different — masks, social distancing and contactless check-ins now are the norm at hotels, resorts and B&Bs around the state — you still can create lasting memories with your family and friends and send the year out on a high note.
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Holidays past
This holiday scene shows what Christmas looked like in a house at 458 Adams St. SE, circa 1925.
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Features
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Relax and uncork
Head north for a wine-filled weekend.
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Winter vacation is not canceled
Pack your bags for a Michigan adventure.
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Timeless winter magic
Here’s where to eat, shop, play and stay when you visit the Motor City.
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Couple up
Grab your cuffing season partner and head to the lakeshore.
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Invest in family time
These resorts promise to help your family make plenty of memories.
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Road trip across the Upper Peninsula
Ice climb, extreme ski and snowmobile your way through winter.
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Food + Drink
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Editor’s pick
Mosby’s offers over 60 flavor options ranging from white cheddar and macaroni and cheese to peppermint bark and toffee almond.
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Newest eateries
Despite COVID-19’s threat to the restaurant industry, a handful of restaurants defied the odds and opened in Grand Rapids over the past year. Here are a few of our favorites that you should try.
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Perfect slice
Pumpkin pie is traditionally thought of as a Thanksgiving staple, but December still is a great time to indulge in this classic comfort food — in fact, Dec. 25 is National Pumpkin Pie Day.
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Chop shop
E.A. Brady’s is a craft butchery serving up fresh cuts for your winter platters.
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Introducing the nano brewery
Lost Art Brewhouse stands out by staying small and fresh.
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Look + Feel
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Bringing the heat
Local brand Merrell is keeping you warm while you play.
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Snowshoe your way through the winter
Snowshoeing is one of the easiest activities out there.
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Winter wellness 101
Winter is typically cold and flu season, but this year, diagnoses could get a bit trickier with COVID-19 lurking around every corner.
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Winter cozy
Five tips for transforming your space for winter.
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People + Places
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‘The Nutcracker’ goes virtual
The Grand Rapids Ballet’s traditional holiday performance of “The Nutcracker” will return to the stage virtually this season due to COVID-19-related safety concerns.
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Local reads
Grand Rapids welcomes a new local author into its midst.
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Portraits of a city
Brian Kelly used a drone to capture images of Grand Rapids — his first muse.
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Confronting racism in Grand Rapids
Partners for a Racism-Free Community hands the baton to WMCAT.
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Hitting a personal note
Lady Ace Boogie looks inward with newest album.
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Let it snow
Your guide to a wintry weekend.
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