January/February 2025
Features
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Paris: A City That Beckons You Back
Ah, Paris. The City of Lights is one of those dream destinations that many aspire to visit at least once in their lifetime.
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Mexico: From the Ocean to the Interior
National Plan Your Vacation Day may have been yesterday, but it’s never too late to start planning your next getaway.
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A Taste for Every Occasion
Epicures, casual eaters, and those simply looking for good food at decent prices to serve their guests have so many choices.
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Food + Drink
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From Panned to Popular
If you’ve ever found yourself looking late-night pizza in Grand Rapids, you’ve probably heard of Topper’s Pizza on Wealthy Street.
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Hemingway & Capone Drank Here
There’s a significant piece of Grand Rapids history sitting on West River Drive in Comstock Park.
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Recipe: A Winter Warmer
Winter in Michigan can be a brutal affair. The days are shorter, the wind howls down icy streets, and the sun barely makes an appearance.
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A Honey of a Roadside Inn
It’s never too early to start thinking about Valentine’s Day, and what better place to take your honey than…Honey Creek Inn!
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Taste of Chicago in GR
Looking for an authentic taste of Chicago in Grand Rapids? Look no further than Chicago Beef Joint.
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Twenty Years of Excellence
Located at 60 Ottawa Ave NW, Leo’s Seafood Restaurant and Bar has been a beloved fixture in Grand Rapids for 20 years.
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Look + Feel
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Cheating Winter
Rediscover a timeless hot spot without ever stepping into the cold
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Redefining Primary Care
In the realm of healthcare, patient satisfaction is often dictated by how well a doctor can juggle an overwhelming number of cases, insurance claims, and administrative hurdles.
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Woosah! Moving to the Trees
Late last year, the outdoor space next to Woosah, Outside Coffee Co., closed its doors after six and a half years of serving the community.
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Out + About
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Join the Laughter: Volunteer for Gilda’s LaughFest 2025
Grand Rapids’ beloved celebration of laughter, Gilda’s LaughFest, is back for its 15th year and volunteers are needed!
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People + Places
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Greeking Out
Christopher Cosmos is Greek to the core and his newest book honors that heritage.
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Four Must-See Shows
This winter, experience four dynamic productions that promise to deliver entertainment for all tastes and ages.
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Doctor Champions STEM Access in Underrepresented Communities
Grand Rapids native and proud Ottawa Hills High School alum Dr. Keli Christopher is the founder and CEO of STEM Greenhouse – a nonprofit organization with the sole mission of ensuring vulnerable students get the education they deserve.
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Artistry and Authenticity
Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist and composer Cécile McLorin Salvant will take the stage at St. Cecilia Music Center’s Royce Auditorium.
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No Passport Required
Heat up your January with a dazzling trip to the theater as Moulin Rouge! The Musical arrives in downtown Grand Rapids this week.
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Who Says You Can’t Go Home?
Rockford native MaRynn Taylor will take the stage as the warmup act for Kelsea Ballerini’s Live on Tour 2025 at Van Andel Arena.
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An Urban Herd
Sær has a passport. So does Gunnar. And Tatari. Nothing too surprising about that. After all, these three, along with Glóa and Jörda, are from Iceland.
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Are you being manipulated by logical fallacies?
In a world dominated by social media and rapid communication, the ability to engage in meaningful debate has never been more critical.
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