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Celebrating 20 YEARS of Uplifting Women in Our Community!

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Publisher/Owner Victoria Upton victoria@womenslifestyle.com Assistant Publisher Two Eagles Marcus Editor Elyse Wild Content Producer Sarah Anderson Event Calendar / Feature Writing Bri Kilroy

LIFE 10 Ways to Better Your Life in April .....................................................................8 Women’s LifeStyle Archives..............................................................10,16,41,58 Holly Visser’s Got Soul .......................................................................................................12 Victoria Upton: 20 Years of Women’s LifeStyle ...................................34 Community Voices: Celebrating 20 Years ................................................37

Editorial Interns Aimee Hillman Larissa Espinosa

STYLE Fashion Throwback ..............................................................................................................44

Contributing Writers Beth McEwen Bri Kilroy Cathy Starnes Elyse Wild Kelly Brown Nicole Cain

HEALTH & BEAUTY There’s More Than One Way to Downward Dog ...........................14 How to Select a Multivitamin ....................................................................................30

Peaches McCahill Rachel Rayburn Rick Vuyst Sarah Anderson Samantha Suarez

FOOD & DRINK Clean and Green Eats ....................................................................................................18 The Art and Science of Fermentation ............................................................24

Photography Two Eagles Marcus Advertising Sales Susie Gordon / Sales Manager susie@womenslifestyle.com Sarah Anderson sarah@womenslifetyle.com Inspiration

LEARN & DO Voluntary RE:Action ..................................................................................................................4 Growing Tomatoes: A Beginner’s Guide ......................................................20 Harbingers of Spring ...........................................................................................................26 Powerful Paws .............................................................................................................................28

Oprah Winfrey

Raising Eco-Conscious Kids ......................................................................................38

CALL US: (616) 458-2121

Reader’s Lounge ....................................................................................................................40

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Eco-Friendly Laundry Routine...................................................................................46

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April Events ....................................................................................................................................48

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The Blue Tie Ball and WMEAC’s 50th Anniversary ..........................53 Lady Ace Boogie Album Release Party .....................................................62

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Voluntary RE:action W

elcome to our volunteer column sponsored by Grand Rapids Community Foundation.

Discover which volunteer position best describes you. Pick a cause and react voluntarily!

Q The Runner’s Champion Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW ) and the YWCA are seeking 20 to 25 volunteers to help runners stay hydrated and motivated by working an aid station at the Gazelle Girl All Women’s 5K, 10K & Half Marathon.

Take Action: Contact Kristin Revere at krevere@growbusiness.org.

Q The Groundskeeper Spring is here, and John Ball Zoo is embarking on a new season. Help clean up the park by becoming a horticulture volunteer. Assist in picking up trash around the parking lot, hauling compost ELQV SODQWLQJ Ă RZHUV ZHHGLQJ JDUGHQV DQG participating in necessary landscape and yard work.

Take Action: Contact John Ball Zoo at volunteers@jbzoo.org.

Q The Environmentalist The West Michigan Environmental Action Council is searching for a few organized and enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand with their Teach for the Watershed event. Volunteers will help run interactive activities designed to educate students all about watersheds.

Take Action: Contact Alyssa Ellen at t4watershed@wmeac.org

Q The Club Cohort Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids is always looking for dedicated volunteers to help run and maintain the organization’s free cancer and grief support programs. Assist by preparing meals, cleaning the property, working in the childcare program, completing administration work at the front desk, decorating for seasonal changes and special events or running errands for program members.

Volunteer Spotlight

Take Action: Contact the Gilda’s Club Volunteer Department at volunteer@gildasclubgr.org.

Q The Theatre Lover Circle Theatre is the lookout for dedicated volunteers to lend their talents to the summer theatre series. Help build sets, sew costumes, run the lights, plan events, usher audience members to their seats and even join the board of directors to help this staple of community theatre have another successful season.

Take Action: Contact Noddea Skidmore at nskidmore@circletheatre.org.

Q The Tenacious Tutor

Help students at Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy reach their learning goals and increase their reading comprehension.

The MLK Tutoring Center at First United Methodist Church is seeking tutors to work with kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders during school hours once a week.

Take Action: Learn more at the MLK Tutoring Center open house on April 12, or contact Maryann Warren at atmlktutoringcenter@gmail.com.

Q The Popcorn Slinger The Community Media Center is in need of volunteers to help sling popcorn, beverages and other snacks to concession goers at the myriad shows the iconic theatre plays host to each month.

Take Action: Visit grcmc.org/theatre/volunteer, or contact Tom Schwallie at tom@grcmc.org.

Does your organization have a volunteer opportunity that would be perfect for this page? Please email our editor, Elyse Wild, at elyse@womenslifestyle.com.

“We give to make an impact, no matter how small, and to better the community around us.�

- Audrey Mitchell

Fran Dalton

West Michigan Environmental Action Council Ideal Committee Volunteer

I like the opportunity to insert a different dynamic into what WMEAC does in regards to inclusion.�

Please email our editor, Elyse Wild, at elyse@womenslifestyle.com with your pick for our next Volunteer Spotlight.

Meet our One Hundred New Philanthropists You don’t need a million dollars to be a philanthropist; you just need heart and an organization to help you move forward. Learn more by contacting Jenine Torres at 616.454.1751 or jtorres@grfoundation.org.

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A Note from the Editor Twenty years ago this month, Victoria Upton embarked upon a journey to uplift the voices of women, champion local businesses and shine a spotlight on the very best of our community. In your hands, you hold the fruit of her labor, the realization of her vision: Women’s LifeStyle Magazine. We are thrilled and honored to be marking 20 years of celebrating the incredible women who continue to make a tremendous impact on our community. What’s a birthday celebration without a little nostalgia? We scoured the pages of our archives to give you a peak at our SDVW 7KURXJKRXW WKLV HGLWLRQ \RX ZLOO ÀQG IHDWXUHV IURP GD\V JRQH E\ that really, truly show our age (10,16,41 and 58). On page 34, we celebrate our steadfast leader and the woman who started it all as she tells us of her beginnings and shares advice gleaned from two decades as a leading publisher in West Michigan.

Along with our 20th birthday, Grand Rapids offers plenty of chances to celebrate this month. April, of course, marks the annual tribute to RXU PDJQLÀFHQW SODQHW (DUWK 'D\ :H EULQJ \RX VL[ ZD\V WR FHOHEUDWH (DUWK 'D\ DOO PRQWK ORQJ LQ :HVW 0LFKLJDQ WLSV RQ KRZ WR WHDFK eco-conscious habits to your little ones (38) and how to turn laundry day into an environmentally-friendly practice (46). On April 26, the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) invites you to the Blue Tie Ball, an annual soiree that raises funds for their water protection programs, and this year’s party will honor the council’s 50th year in action (53). On April 21, the Pyramid Scheme makes way for Lady Ace Boogie as she throws a stellar party to mark the release of her second album, inviting three women who are local legends in the Grand Rapids music scene to join her on stage (62). On April 21, Gazelle Girl 5K, 10K & Half Marathon utilizes the transformative power of running to celebrate what it PHDQV WR EH D ZRPDQ LQ RXU FXUUHQW DJH *D]HOOH *LUO &R 'LUHFWRU +ROO\ Visser gives us an intimate look at the philosophy behind the race and what it’s like to support thousands of women as they conquer their goals DQG FURVV WKH ÀQLVK WKH OLQH

Finally, as we embark on our 20th year, we want to say thank you for giving us the greatest gift of all: your readership.

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10 Ways to Better Your Life in

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This month, we bring you some our favorite ways to discover joy and cultivate your best life!

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Celebrate all the important people in your life.

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Take care of yourself.

Optimal health leads to optimal productivity.

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Never underestimate your power.

It’s better to give than to receive.

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Show up. Say, “Yes.”

Find something each day that makes you happy.

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“Be Patient.

Everything comes to you in the right moment.”

– Buddha

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Take on a challenge and master it.

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Write a list of 100 things you would like to accomplish in your life.

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Smile often — it’s contagious.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Peaches McCahill is founder and president of The McCahill Group, a leading provider of health, wellness, beauty and talent solutions, and owner of M Power Studio. She has a passion to inspire others with simplistic lifestyle suggestions.

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There was something that got her to the start line, and it will carry her through to [OL Ă&#x201E;UPZO SPUL" P[ ^PSS ripple through the rest of her life beyond the experience of Gazelle Girl.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Holly Visser

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by Bikram Choudhury who popularized this â&#x20AC;&#x153;hot yogaâ&#x20AC;? style in the 1970s. To mimic the climate of &KRXGKXU\¡V KRPHWRZQ LQ ,QGLD VWXGLRV DUH KHDWHG to 105 degrees with a whopping 40 percent humidity level. This intense heat loosens the muscles and allows you to stretch deeper. Each 90-minute class includes D VHULHV RI SRVHV GRQH WZLFH WKURXJKRXW DQG WZR breathing exercises.

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Class often begins with chanting and then moves into a series of poses.

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Buti: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Non-Yogaâ&#x20AC;? Yoga

Vinyasa: Torching Calories Vinyasa is known for being one of the most wellliked, well-attended yoga classes on the gym schedule.

This fast-paced style, sometimes called power yoga, requires you to move continuously throughout the class, connecting breath with movement. The most well-known vinyasa sequence is the sun salutation.

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7KLV WUDGHPDUNHG VW\OH RI \RJD FRPELQHV MXPS training, tribal dancing and yoga asanas into an intense workout. Buti translates to â&#x20AC;&#x153;a secret remedy or cure.â&#x20AC;? %XWL <RJD ZDV FUHDWHG E\ %L]]LH *ROG LQ DQG KDV grown to include instructors all over the world.

This style of yoga is targeted toward women and meant to uplift and motivate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; set aside your ego and embrace your own beauty.

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A cardio intensive yoga workout, Buti is not UHFRPPHQGHG IRU WKRVH ZLWK MRLQW LVVXHV WKDW GRQ¡W allow for impact.

Ashtanga: Advanced This physically challenging style consists of an unvarying sequence of poses. Typically, you execute 70 poses for 90 minutes. These poses will include sun salutations, inversions, backbends and advanced arm balances. Ashtanga requires strength and endurance. So, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re new to your yoga practice, we UHFRPPHQG VNLSSLQJ WKLV RQH 2QFH \RX¡UH FRPPLWWHG to a routine, challenge yourself by adding Ashtanga to your practice.

Yin Yoga: Chill Out Named for the calm of yin-and-yang, this style requires moving slowly into poses, most of which are done lying down. From there, you melt into each pose IRU Ă&#x20AC;YH PLQXWHV WR DOORZ IRU D GHHSHU VWUHWFK DQG HQMR\ WLPH WR MXVW EH 5HVWOHVV PLQG" <LQ LV D JUHDW ZD\ WR OHW WKRXJKWV Ă RDW DZD\ DQG IRFXV RQ EUHDWKLQJ 1RW VXUSULVLQJO\ <LQ \RJD LV JUHDW IRU DFWLYDWLQJ WKH SDUW RI your nervous system that helps you bounce back from VWUHVV 6R LI LW¡V EHHQ D SDUWLFXODUO\ GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW ZHHN DW ZRUN DGG D <LQ FODVV WR \RXU VFKHGXOH

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Clean and Green Eats!

BY DANEA MATHER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY AUGUST NYSON

Coco-nutty Power Bites

This recipe is dairy free, gluten free, vegan, grain free and paleo-friendly. Makes 8 energy bites 1 tablespoon chia seeds, soaked in 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup coconut meal 1/2 cup almond meal 1/4 cup cashews, raw 1/4 cup coconut shreds 2 tablespoons hemp seeds 4 dates, pitted 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt Extra coconut shreds for garnish

Optional: Mix together 3 tablespoons cocoa powder and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for coating. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 300 F. In a small dish, mix chia seeds into water.

Set aside for 15 minutes to soak the chia seeds completely.

Place all remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender.

Pulse on low a few times to start mixing, then process on high to

This dish can be made dairy free, gluten free and vegan.

Makes either 1 entrée salad or divide into 2 side salads

Coconut Aminos and Lime Dressing: 1/4 1/4 1 1/2

cup olive or avocado oil cup coconut aminos tablespoon agave syrup teaspoon kosher salt Juice of 1 full lime Dash black pepper

In a mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients together well to combine.

Quinoa: 1 tablespoon butter (vegan or dairy) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup water In a medium sized pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir quinoa and salt into melted butter. Toast until you can hear slight crackling, about 30 seconds. Add water, stir and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and turn heat down to a

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blend all ingredients together.

While on high, pour soaked chia seeds into the food processor.

Continue processing until the ingredients come together to form a dough-like ball.

Pour dough ball out onto a FXWWLQJ ERDUG RU RWKHU ÁDW VXUIDFH Divide the dough into eight equal pieces, rolling each piece in between your palms to form a small ball. Optional: Roll each ball in the cocoa powder and cinnamon mixture to coat.

Gently press a small pinch of coconut shreds into the top of each ball.

Place the rolled energy ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in oven for 20 minutes.

Remove from oven, let cool and enjoy!

Papaya Protein Salad

simmer. Simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa germ is visible, approximately 20 minutes.

Building the Salad: 1 bed of your favorite greens 1 cup of cooked Quinoa 1 cup of Papaya, cut into small chunks 2 teaspoons hemp seeds 1 teaspoon coconut shreds coconut aminos and Lime dressing Garnish of cilantro leaves to taste On a large plate, gently lay out your bed of greens. In a small bowl, combine quinoa and papaya chunks. Toss together and spread over bed of greens .Drizzle dressing generously over entire plate. Sprinkle hemp seeds and coconut shreds over salad. Garnish with cilantro leaves and optional slice of papaya.

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1 pound chicken breast 3 cups water 1 teaspoon salt Place raw chicken breast in a medium sized pot. Add water and salt, bring to a boil and cover.

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Tofu: 1 pound extra firm tofu, drained 1 teaspoon salt ,Q D ODUJH VDXFH SDQ KHDW D few tablespoons of oil over medium heat. With your hands, break up tofu into small pieces and crumbles directly into pan. Sprinkle salt into pan and sautĂŠ tofu until most of it is golden brown.

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Add all spices and stir into garlic and onion. ,PPHGLDWHO\ DGG WKH IXOO can of coconut milk and stir well. Bring mixture to a boil, then let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.

Stir in coconut aminos and remove from heat.

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Growing Tomatoes:

A Beginner’s Guide

BY RICK VUYST

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egans have made vegetables voguish.

What kind of food do you want to be associated with? This is an important question, because we take our food and eating choices personally. Healthy soil, sunshine and irrigation practices are the primary keys to food gardening nirvana.

Positivity, self-care and mindfulness are aided by being surrounded by nature and eating a plant-based diet.

Gardening is the ancient prescription for wellness.

Plant foods can be polarizing: From Brussels sprouts to beets, celery to cilantro, olives to mushrooms and kale to lima beans everyone seems to have an opinion. While some want bacon and maple syrup with their Brussels sprouts, others would rather just pass altogether. Are lima beans a rich and buttery delicacy, or do they taste more like wallpaper paste? Some will defend lima beans voraciously and attempt to make converts of others.

7KH NH\ LV WR ÀQG IRRGV \RX ORYH DQG JURZ WKHP You need sunshine, good soil, nutrients and love.

Tomatoes Remember to look at the tag of the tomato plant you are buying. The tag will tell you if the plant is indeterminate, determinate or semi-determinate. An

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indeterminate tomato will grow large and not set a terminal bud, meaning that if it doesn’t freeze come October, it will keep growing to the size of a large shrub! These are best planted in the ground with good plant supports to hold them up.

If you haven’t grown vegetables before, try some tomatoes, the gateway plant to vegetable gardening.

Place them in a spot that allows for sunlight and air movement around the plants. A determinate tomato does set terminal buds, so they stay at a more manageable size, making them perfect for container growing. A semi-determinate tomato is between the two in size. These tomatoes need support but can be grown in large containers or in the ground.

With any container garden, remember to make sure that plenty of room is available in the pot for root growth and stability. They’re going to grow!

To grow great tomatoes, make sure you have a good sunny spot and have prepared the soil with lots of organic matter. Tomatoes like a moist, well-drained soil. If the soil gets dry between watering, you are likely to have cracking and zippering of the fruit.

They also like a boost of calcium to avoid blossom end rot on the fruit, so look for a fertilizer that has micronutrients including calcium.

Another way to ensure good moisture availability is to plant them deep in the soil. You will see the main stem above the soil line on the young plants is “hairy” in nature. Roots will grow from that stem if planted deeper. Pluck off a few bottom leaves and place the tomato plant deeper than the existing soil surface in the pot. This will increase the depth of the roots searching for moisture and nutrients.

Rick Vuyst is CEO of Flowerland, host of the Flowerland Show on NewsRadio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM as well as Mr. Green Thumb on WZZM TV 13.

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BY BRI KILROY, SARAH ANDERSON AND ELYSE WILD PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICHELLE KIMBLE

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ictoria Upton: She is insatiably positive and uproariously inspiring. Her passion is contagious, and her brilliance is XQPDWFKHG 6KH LV Ă&#x20AC;HUFHO\ GHGLFDWHG WR RXU FRPPXQLW\ and a champion of diversity. Around here, we call her The Queen, a moniker she is more than deserving of. Twenty years ago this month, she created the very publication you hold in your hands as a positive force to uplift women and enhance our community and our experiences within in it.

She has tirelessly supported local institutions through her volunteer efforts at the Community Media Center, Local First, Art Prize, Spectrum Health Community Engagement, GROW, Gildaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, American Heart Association, Grand JazzFest, to name just a few.

She has received numerous honors, including from the Van Andel Institute, the American Heart Association and the Grand Rapids Legacy Luncheon.

In the early days of desktop publishing, Upton was taking business classes at Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW) when she was inspired to pursue the idea of a magazine that would elevate women and act as a champion of local businesses. For Upton, magazines had the potential to usher positivity, benevolence and joy into the communities in which they existed.

The idea of the magazine being a blank canvas was the thing that made my heart soar.â&#x20AC;?

Armed with a clipboard and permission from the store owners, Upton stationed herself in the magazine aisle at D&W, asking every person who bought a magazine what they were interested in, and if there was a publication that featured local women and businesses, would they read it? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted the magazine to be engaging,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Something you would be proud to have on your living room table. I wanted it to be colorful and vibrant with an uplifting and positive message. I wanted to lift womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voices.â&#x20AC;?

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I loved magazines,â&#x20AC;? Upton expressed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For me, as an artist, looking at a blank page is like looking at a blank canvas and seeing all of the potential that is there to make something wonderful.

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I wanted it to be colorful and vibrant with an uplifting and positive message. I wanted to lift women’s voices.”

Community Voices: Celebrating 20 Years “Victoria Upton is a pillar of our community. She has created spaces in this community that allow ZRPHQ WR ÁRXULVK DQG share their goals and accomplishments.”

— Kelly Koning, Owner of The Mathew Agency

“Women's LifeStyle Magazine is our area story teller."

— Cindy Bouma American Heart Association Communications Director “Women's LifeStyle inspires me to meet the people around me in the community, in my neighborhood, and at events.”

— E.B. Sonheim Feyen Zylstra Marketing Manager

“I simply love this magazine, from the inspirational stories to the wonderful ads.

It is truly the best monthly magazine out there, and that is why we are in it each and every month.”

— Sharon Jensen Owner of Bella Furs

“Women's LifeStyle is always full of stories of real women who do amazing things in our community. The publication truly is Angela Klinske Mercy Health Director by, for and about women.” — of Communications & PR “This talented staff shares stories that inspire, captures real people doing real things that are driven by passion!”

— Shelly Irwin, WGVU Morning Show Host/ Producer

“I love that Women’s LifeStyle covers every aspect of life as a woman in West Michigan, not just fashion or food or relationships. The content is rich and well rounded.”

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Raising Eco-Conscious Kids

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While going green isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t typically categorized as a kidfriendly activity, there are a number of ways parents can involve their children in the pursuit of an ecofriendly lifestyle.

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READERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

BY RACHEL RAYBURN

Ah, spring! The conclusion of our collective winter hibernation brings with it dreams of adventure! KDLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Story Compass highlights four page-turners to satiate your thirst for the unknown while you plan your spring getaways.

Home is a Roof Over a Pig: An American Familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Journey in China

Bears in the Streets: Three Journeys across a Changing Russia

by Aminta Arrington

Lisa Dickey traveled across the whole of Russia three times, making friends in 11 different cities then coming back again and again to see how their lives had changed. She traces the ups and downs of ordinary peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives, in the process painting a deeply nuanced portrait of modern Russia. From the caretakers of a lighthouse in Vladivostok to the Jewish community of Birobidzhan to a farmer in Buryatia and everything in between, 'LFNH\ SURĂ&#x20AC;OHV D ZLGH FURVV VHFWLRQ RI people in one of the most fascinating countries on Earth.

When all-American Aminta Arrington moves from suburban Georgia to a small town in China, she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go alone. Her army husband and three young children, including an adopted Chinese daughter, uproot themselves, too. Aminta hopes to understand the country with its long civilization, ancient philosophy and complex language. In the university town of Taiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;an, a small city where pigsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hooves are available at the local supermarket, donkeys share the road with cars and the warm-hearted locals welcome this strange-looking foreign family, the Arringtons settle in, but QRW DW Ă&#x20AC;UVW 7KH IDPLO\ LV EHZLOGHUHG by the seemingly endless cultural GLIIHUHQFHV WKH\ IDFH EXW WKH\ Ă&#x20AC;QG their way with humor and unexpectedly moving moments.

by Lisa Dickey

Ruthless River: Love & Survival by Raft on the Amazonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relentless Madre de Dios

Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void

by Holly Conklin FitzGerald

Space exploration is in some ways an exploration of what it means to be human. How much can a person give up? What happens to you when you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t walk for a year? Have sex? Smell Ă RZHUV" :KDW KDSSHQV LI \RX YRPLW LQ your helmet during a spacewalk? Is it possible for the human body to survive a bailout at 17,000 miles per hour? To answer these questions, space agencies set up all manners of quizzical and bizarre space simulations. As Mary Roach discovers, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to preview space without ever leaving Earth.

From the space shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new space capsule, Roach takes us on a surreal and entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth.

Holly FitzGerald and her husband set out on a yearlong honeymoon adventure of a lifetime, backpacking around the world. Five months into the trip, their plane crash lands in Peru at a penal colony walled in by jungle, and their blissfully romantic journey turns into a terrifying nonstop labyrinth of escape and survival. On a small, soon-ravaged raft that quickly becomes their entire universe through dangerous waters DOLYH ZLWK GHDGO\ DQLPDOV DQG Ă&#x20AC;VK their only option is to continue on, despite the rush of insects swarming them by day and the sounds of encroaching predators at night.

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The Local

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WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NEW AT YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS.

BY SARAH ANDERSON

THE COTTAGE BAR What began as a prohibition-era sandwich sanctuary for factory workers to get their lunchtime burgers in 1927 has remained a local tradition 91 years late.

Proudly stationed in its original location on 18 La Grave Ave SE, The Cottage Bar claims the title of Grand Rapidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; oldest operating bar and restaurant downtown.

Stepping inside the unassuming downtown pub quickly reminds one that not everything needs to change. In its long standing history, the Cottage Bar has changed very little, a fact they are happy to boast. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People appreciate the fact that they come back and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the same,â&#x20AC;? Dan Verhill, owner, explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In this era of everything changing so fast, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change at all. We just keep it clean and working.â&#x20AC;? The top item on the menu is the Cottage Burger. With two cheeses, smokey mayo, olive, lettuce and tomato nestled in a rye bun, this historical burger has gained national attention and won over the hearts of many. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to discount the other offerings: Verhill describes amazement in those trying their wet EXUULWR :KHWKHU LW EH WKH IRRG RU WKH KLVWRU\ WKDW GUDZV \RX LQ \RX¡OO Ă&#x20AC;QG \RXUVHOI happily losing time among old regulars and new friends.

ZOKO 822 New to the restaurant scene, Zoko 822 planted roots on 822 Ottawa Ave NW and welcomed gin lovers and foodies alike. Boasting an extensive selection of gin cocktails, basque small plates and pintxos, which are traditional basque tapas not meant to be shared but rather eaten in one or two bites, Executive Chef Ryan Martin explains that each dish has its turn in the spotlight as restaurant-goers pour in looking to try something new. The ones that seem to be getting the crowds talking are the octopus, cazuela de arroz, patatas bravas and cider house pork. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for another option to try, Martin suggests the roasted scallions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It UHDGV UHDOO\ VLPSOH EXW LW¡V D UHDOO\ Ă DYRUIXO GLVK 7KHUH¡V D ORW RI KLVWRU\ ZLWK WKLV dish and the basque region of Spain,â&#x20AC;? he explained. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited to come solo or bring some friends and explore the unique atmosphere and style of food, drink and service at Zoko 822. Martin encourages patrons to â&#x20AC;&#x153;choose their own adventureâ&#x20AC;? as they journey through the unique menu, enjoy some gin while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there, and grab some items on the way out at the bodega with small grocery items or at the grab-and-go counter lunch service.

WESTSIDE SOCIAL Established in January 2018, Westside Social is an American tavern happy to set up home in the west side of Grand Rapids at 2802 Lake Michigan Dr NW, the owners are long-time westside residents. This Lake Michigan Drive hub features 24 drafts that change weekly, American comfort food with a southern twist, something on the menu for every type of eater and an energy that entreats coming together and being social. Stop in for the crowd favorites, chicken and ZDIĂ HV ZLWK KDQG EDWWHUHG FKLFNHQ D WKLFN ZDIĂ H DQFKR FKLOL PDSOH V\UXS DQG Alabama white sauce. Try an undiscovered gem like crispy pork belly with chorizo, black bean and corn succotash and red pepper sauce. Find yourself staying for hours basking in the inviting scenery, sipping a cold draft beer, and of course cultivating closer connections with your tablemates.

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s we step into the invigorating days of spring, we explore a few trends from years past that have come surging back into our closets.

Statement Sleeves This classic 80s look is all over the place right now. In contrast to the puffy shoulders weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen in previous GHFDGHV LW FXUUHQWO\ ORRNV OLNH VOHHYHV ZLWK UXIĂ HV bows or bells, or off the shoulder dresses and tops.

This is a fun look for spring that can be found at all price points. Pair one of these statement tops with a simple pair of jeans and delicate jewelry for an easy look with lots of style.

Pegged, High Waist Jeans Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right, those â&#x20AC;&#x153;momâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;dadâ&#x20AC;? jeans we sometimes joke about have been around for decades DQG DUH Ă&#x20AC;OOLQJ VWRUHV ULJKW QRZ )RU DQ XS WR GDWH ORRN JR IRU D VOLPPHU Ă&#x20AC;W IURP WRS WR ERWWRP WKDQ ZKDW ZH VDZ LQ WKH V DQG V LOO Ă&#x20AC;WWHG DOO RYHU 3DLU WKHP with a front-tucked top for a modern look.

Velvet Velvet dresses were a go-to in the 80s whether you were Princess Diana or going to your junior prom.

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Now, velvet might be having an even bigger moment than it did back then. From dresses and tops to shoes DQG VFDUYHV \RX FDQ Ă&#x20AC;QG MXVW DERXW DQ\WKLQJ in crushed velvet right now. Try this trend in an accessory, such as a blush colored velvet bootie or a charcoal velvet neckerchief or choker.

The best way to keep yourself from looking dated when taking style inspiration from previous decades is to buy the updated version of the look.

Athleisure Jane Fonda revolutionized the idea of style and exercising in the 80s; the 90s saw gym staples like WUDFN SDQWV ZRUQ RQ WKH VWUHHWV IRU WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW WLPH DQG now, â&#x20AC;&#x153;athleisureâ&#x20AC;? has its own section in your wardrobe.

Pay attention to this trend, as athleisure is likely just past its peak. While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still great to wear your yoga pants to coffee and errands, it might not be an area of your wardrobe that you want to invest much more in.

Hoop Earrings Hoop earrings are timeless accessories that always ZRUN ZKHQ LW Ă&#x20AC;WV \RXU SHUVRQDO VW\OH EXW WKH\ GR HEE DQG Ă RZ LQ SRSXODULW\ 7KLV V DQG V VWDSOH is having a moment now, including variations on the classic style such as oval hoops, tortoiseshell hoops or front facing hoops.

Choker Necklaces Believe it or not, chokers are back. Have some fun with this trend; just make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not cutting you off LQ DQ XQĂ DWWHULQJ ZD\ )RU DQ XSGDWHG ORRN VW\OH WKHP by layering them up with longer necklaces.

The best way to keep yourself from looking dated when taking style inspiration from previous decades is to buy the updated version of the look; thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a small tweak from the original to make it feel a bit more modern. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an advanced style maker, enjoy incorporating vintage pieces with newer ones to keep from looking like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in costume.

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Unique pieces of furniture are 20% off or more. Come see our selection of furniture, clothing, jewelry, books, toys, housewares, small appliances and more. facebook.com/mist2146

Second Dance 321 Division Ave. SE (616) 240-7938 Hours: T, Th 12-7, WF 11-6 Sat 10-5 Specializing in upscale formalwear, find bridal, bridesmaid, mother of, school dance dresses such as prom and homecoming, and formal accessories. seconddancegr.com Style Encore 2650 East Beltline Ave. SE (616) 957 2533 Hours: Mon-Sat 10-8, Sun 12-5 At Style Encore you will be able to shop for amazing brands and designer wear for up to 70% off retail. Plus, they pay cash on the spot for your gently used women’s casual and business clothing, accessories and handbags.

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Memory Lane Consignment Boutique 4318 Plainfield Suite F (616) 780-0693 Hours: Tue-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-4 New location featuring entire lower level of furniture and home decor. Now selling and buying (by appointment) Chico’s items. We pay our consignors 50 % and don’t charge extra fees. Quality, contemporary fun! New items arriving daily!

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Enjoy a vast collection of new, repurposed, consigned, vintage and antique items including furniture, home decor, clothing and accessories. Every budget deserves great design!

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Rockford Gild the Lily 450 East Division (616) 863-8491 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-4 Two floors of fresh fashion for your home and body at “get it now” prices. Formal wear, plus, petite and designer departments.

Consign or get cash without appointment Monday to Friday. shopgildthelily.com Resale Republic 41 Courtland Drive (616) 884-0535 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5 Resale inspiration for the hip and trendy.

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Ada *HRUJLH·V Consignment Clothing 7504 Thornapple River Drive (616) 676-1869 Hours: TWF 10-6, Th 10-8, Sat 10-4 Accepting everything from Gap to Gucci and you get 50% instead of only 40%. No appointment necessary. georgiesconsignment.com

Holland Holland Furniture 753 Lincoln Ave. (616) 546-8645 Hours: M 10-7, TWRF 10-6, Sat 10-4 New furniture, home accessories and upscale resale items. Our inventory of quality, reasonably priced consignment furniture changes weekly, so be sure to check often to see what’s new. hollandfurniture.com

Grand Haven Purple Rose Boutique 232 Jackson St. (616) 842-1201 Hours: M 10-5, TWRF 10-6, Sat 10-5 Discover a unique resale boutique featuring upscale, one-of-a-kind attire including funky fun, classic, formal, vintage, and retro seasoned with accessories and home decor!

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rotecting the planet often seems like a Herculean feat, but actually, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the smallest and simplest efforts that have the most profound and long-lasting impacts.

Laundry is a chore few people look forward to, but all people must do frequentlyâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially if they have a large family! Though typically thought of as a mundane task, washing and drying loads of clothing can be a huge energy and water-wasting activity.

Fortunately, there are a few ways you can make laundry day more effective and eco-friendly.

Only Wash Full Loads Washing machines consume sustainable amounts of energy, so washing your clothing in bulk drastically cuts back on energy consumption. If you must wash small loads of clothing, pay attention to the water-level setting and adjust the machine appropriately.

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Air Dry Hang-dry your clothing as often as you can. The U.S. Department of Energy notes that clothing manufacturers often recommend that certain fabrics be air-dried instead of machine-dried; however, clothing that is dryer-friendly can still be hung up. Air-drying greatly reduces the energy consumed on laundry day.

Choose Detergent Wisely Washing clothing in front-loading washing machines RU KLJK HIĂ&#x20AC;FLHQF\ WRS ORDGLQJ PDFKLQHV LV PRUH HFR friendly than traditional washers because they use less water. The American Cleaning Institute states that GHWHUJHQWV GHVLJQHG VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDOO\ IRU KLJK HIĂ&#x20AC;FLHQF\ machines ensure that clothing comes out well-cleaned.

Separate Clothing Items Blue jeans and bath towels can take a long time to dry completely. Tossing cotton t-shirts and other lightweight fabrics into the mix make it harder for heavy-weighted items to dry, which in turn causes laundry-doers to push the start button on their dryers multiple times; drying a load of laundry more than once consumes more energy. Separate items when drying so each load can dry in a single run.

If necessary, air-dry stubborn towels and jeans.

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6WDUNELHUIHVW -RLQ WKH FURZG RI DJHV IRU WKH *HUPDQ\·V VHFRQG ELJJHVW cele-beer-tion at the neighborhood brewery. This strong celebration of ERFN EHHUV LV ORDGHG ZLWK VSHFLDO beer releases, live music, food and a good time. Cedar Springs Brewing Company. 3-9 pm. csbrew.com Brad Paisley feat. Dustin Lynch, &KDVH %U\DQW DQG /LQGVD\ (OO FRQFHUW 9DQ $QGHO $UHQD SP 7LFNHWV DW vanandelarena.com.

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5-11 pm. Details at redcross.org.

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DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE at Marge’s Donut Den

April 27, 7 to 9pm 1751 28TH ST SW, WYOMING

ALL AGES ARE WELCOME

$40 PER COUPLE

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The auction presents packages that offer enticing experiences such as a nirvana for the dedicated yogi or a weekend at Crystal Mountain, exposing bidders to the amazing activities Earth has to offer. The chance to enter a drawing to win smaller scale experiences is also available at $10 per ticket, available for purchase at the event.

:0($&·V SURJUDPPLQJ ÁRXULVKHV with year-round opportunities for you to get down and dirty with the environment, but the Blue Tie Ball gives you the chance to sub your work boots and gloves for an easygoing night in polished business attire (bonus if you incorporate a blue tie or ribbon LQWR \RXU RXWÀW ZKLOH VWLOO impacting the environment.

The Blue Tie Ball is truly an event that deserves a mark on your calendar, but consider this year a duel celebration as the evening also commemorates WMEAC’s 50th anniversary. The halfcentury birthday calls for a touch of WMEAC nostalgia peppered throughout the evening, including program surprises and a video, as well as a focus on the future.

This year’s Blue Tie Ball showcases the “incredible state we live in,” WMEAC’s Director of Development, Mary Robinson, said. From live entertainment by local blues/funk/rock n’ roll band Hannah Rose and the GraveTones to auction packages and prize drawings focused on classic Michigan experiences, the event is undoubtably one designed by a team of environmentalists.

The fourth annual Blue Tie Ball takes place April 26 at the Goei Center from 6 to 10 p.m.

Guests enjoy a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres cocktail hour before taking their seats at 7 p.m. to hear the presentation of the Hartwell Environmental Legacy Award and indulge in cuisine by San Chez Bistro.

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Springfest Party AT KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

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with an event or provide them with a restaurant package.”

Treat yourself and Earth to a celebratory evening exhibiting the wonders of our homeland. Tickets are available at WMEAC.org/ bluetieball, along with information on volunteer opportunities and the life-changing water programs that continue to make waves in our community.

What: Blue Tie Ball Where: Goei Center, 818 Butterworth St. SW When: April 26, 6-10 p.m.

Cost: $75/WMEAC member. $90/non-member.

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Join Grand Rapids AMBUCS for a special evening of music provided by Hark Up, Entertainment, and Refreshments for Special People of all ages with disabilities.

Each guest is encouraged to invite a family member or responsible friend to attend with them.

There is NO admission fee for Springrest Party.

Reservations are required to help us plan for your enjoyment.

To make your reservation, please call Marge’s Donut Den at (616) 532-7413

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n April 2015, the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) let Women’s LifeStyle in on their plan to host an inaugural Earth Day celebration.

Four years later, WMEAC continues to extend an invitation to their annual Blue Tie Ball. The evening celebrates our planet with the party it deserves while supporting the water programs that work to reduce pollution in our lakes and rivers.

Buy your tickets at Marge’s Donut Den or see Jodi at Comerica Bank 4480 Wilson Ave, Grandville

APRIL ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL

An evening of Grammy award-winning Country Swing

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EAT. DRINK. BE MERRY! A Wine Tasting Benefit hosted by Martha’s Vineyard

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CLASSICAL EVOLUTION A magical night of works by Mozart, Weber and Brahms

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Celebrate Earth Day All Month

BY BRI KILROY

Join us as we take a â&#x20AC;&#x153;biteâ&#x20AC;? out of the Wisconsin culinary scene and travel to Milwaukee, Green Bay and Door County.

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arth has always been inclusive when it comes to inviting its inhabitants to join the international celebration that is Earth Day. The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varying geography makes for a dynamic collection of how each of the 193 countries show love to the planet, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advocating for the environment or taking a day to enjoy the great outdoors. Read further to discover the local opportunities to celebrate Earth Day to the fullest.

1. Attend the Earth Day Lakeshore Celebration in Grand Haven (April 21, 12:30-4 p.m.) West Michiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lakeshore is reputable for having some of our stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most stunning views, so it makes sense for the City of Grand Haven to host an Earth Day FHOHEUDWLRQ WKDW Ă&#x20AC;OOV WKH HQWLUH DIWHUQRRQ Starting at the Grand Haven Courthouse (414 Washington Ave.) the Green Parade leads earthlings to the Earth Day Fair at the Grand Haven Community Center (421 Columbus Ave.). The fair features booths showcasing environmentally friendly products, food, games, demonstrations and activities for all to enjoy. Festivities are free to attend and give visitors the chance to explore the lakeshore town.

%XWWHUĂ LHV DUH %ORRPLQJ H[KLELW saturating the tropical conservatory until April 30. Thousands of tropical EXWWHUĂ LHV VKRZFDVH WKH EUHDGWK RI Mother Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s palette with vibrant colors that even an HD television canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t capture.

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4. Trek the Riveredge Trail Whether you have a whole day or just a moment to break away, the Grand River Edges Trail is a community treasure that offers a riverwalk escape without parting from the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urgency. The riverside path beginning at Fulton Street and continuing North until Leonard Street is an environmental gift that we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had many chances to take advantage of over the last few months. Absorb the serenity a walk or run along the river will give you, free of charge.

5. Play in the Park Since weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking about the river, our local parks deserve a recommendation as well. Toss a Frisbee at Ah-NabAwen Park (220 Front Ave.) or pitch your hammock at Riverside Park (2001 Monroe Ave. NE) for a relaxing recline in nature. Giving yourself the chance to step away and regroup in a new setting paves the way for a calmer and more appreciative life.

2. Visit Blandford Nature Center for Their Earth Day Celebration 6. Bike Brewery Tour (April 21, noon-3 p.m.) If you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t experienced this neighborhood nature oasis, Earth Day is the day to do so; Blandford Nature Center is waving its admission fee and welcoming all ages to explore the 264 acres of property that includes weaving trails, educational buildings, a farm and recently added highlands. Enjoy special Earth Day activities throughout the grounds while immersing yourself in the tranquil nature of our planet.

Tour includes: Two nights at the beautiful Rowleys Bay Resort, complete with their famous Fish Boil, an ethnic dinner tour, shopping, an interactive â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ploughmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? lunch and a show at the Peninsula Players Theater in a garden setting overlooking the bay.

Because it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take a set of wheels to travel from one brewery to another in Downtown Grand Rapids, this Bike Brewery Tour includes an adventure along the White Pine Trail. The tour starts at Riverside Park and ends in either Rockford or Cedar Springs, depending on how far you want to pedal.

Elk Brewing Company in Comstock Park, Bier Distillery, Rockford Brewing Company and Cedar Springs Brewing Company are all accessible from the White Pine Trail, and you can map out your trip with brew stops to break upthe miles.

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Tour Highlights: Live performance of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jesus ~ Liveâ&#x20AC;? at the famous Sight & Sound Theater â&#x20AC;˘ Shopping at Kitchen Kettle Village â&#x20AC;˘ Admission to Gettysburg Museum & Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center and guided tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton â&#x20AC;˘ Shopping at Potomac Mall â&#x20AC;˘ Guided tour at Arlington National Cemetery, visit the Kennedy gravesites, and witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier â&#x20AC;˘ Guided tour of George & Martha Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mt. Vernon Estate â&#x20AC;˘ A Colonial dining experience at Mt. Vernon Inn â&#x20AC;˘ Admission to the Museum of the Bible, Museum of American History, or Museum of Natural History â&#x20AC;˘Guided tour of Washington D.C. and the National Memorials and Monuments thatmake up â&#x20AC;&#x153;Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front yardâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ A visit to Flight 93 National Memorial

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Perrin â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Problemsâ&#x20AC;? Training Run. Train like a Beer City local at this community training run followed by a pint and conversation at Perrin. Perrin Brewing Company. 6 pm. More training opportunities at Ă&#x20AC;IWKWKLUGULYHUEDQNUXQ FRP GROW Small Business Class: Business Basics: Strategic Planning.

Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm. Register at growbusiness.org All About That Blue. Taste blue cheeses from all over the world, experiencing the magical change LQ Ă DYRUV ZKHQ FHUWDLQ SDLULQJV DUH made. The Cheese Lady GR. 6:30-7:30 pm. thecheeselady.net

&OLPDWH )HVW 2XU &KLOGUHQ¡V )XWXUH Join the call to create a sustainable future while noshing on local pizza, dancing to live music, perusing an art showcase and watching a live teleconference discussing local sustainability. Wealthy Theatre.

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Well House Gala of Light. Celebrate the good in our community and the team that strives to decrease homelessness by repurposing old KRXVHV GXULQJ :HOO +RXVH¡V Ă&#x20AC;UVW JDOD featuring cocktails, dinner, awards and live entertainment by SuperDre. New Vintage Place. 6-11 pm. Tickets at wellhousegalagr.org.

Volunteer Education session. Learn PRUH DERXW WKH FHQWHU¡V SURJUDPV DW this free information session. Literacy Center of West Michigan. 6-7 pm. literacycenterwm.org

Good Start: Nutrition, Exercise & Your Pregnancy. Experts invite moms-tobe to a class that shares tips on what foods and types of exercise positively DIIHFW \RXU EDE\¡V JURZWK 6SHFWUXP Health Healthier Communities. 6-7:30 pm. spectrumhealth.org

GROW Start Smart Business Readiness Course. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm. growbusiness.org

April 10, 17 & 24

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Springtime Walks. Preschoolers and WKHLU IDPLOLHV H[SORUH 0LFKLJDQ¡V Farm Garden on the gorgeous Gardens property, learning about the animals and taking part in fun hands-on activities. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 10-11 am. meijergardens.org

Raising the Bar for Business. This free community event invits you to learn how you can incorporate social and environmental justice into business plans. Herrick District Library. 9-11 am.

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April 11 CoolSculpting: Cool Event. Learn about the latest CoolSculpting practices. Bengtson Center.

9 am-4 pm. RSVP at bengtsoncenter.com.

Physician Lecture Series: Back Pain.

Join a pain management expert as they share information on the cause of back pain while offering tips on how to treat it. Holland Hospital. 6-7 pm. hollandhospital.org

Paths to Healing. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, On the Path Yoga hosts a discussion panel that shares community resources that aid in healing from trauma. On the Path Yoga.

7:30-8:30 pm. grnaturalhealth.com Concerts Under the Stars: Major Murphy. Visual cosmo-inspired HIIHFWV JHW JURRY\ WR WKH EDQG¡V QHR psychedelia music. Grand Rapids Public Museum. 7:30 pm. Tickets and line-up at grpm.org.

Asleep at the Wheel concert.

St. Cecilia Music Center. 7:30 pm.

Tickets at scmc-online.org.

April 13 Blood Drive. Courtyard Marriott Grand Rapids Airport. 1:45-7 pm.

Sign up at redcross.org.

Grand Rapids Heart Ball. Join the American Heart Association to celebrate their life-saving work and raise awareness of heart disease with dinner, live entertainment and recognition of the Richard M. DeVos award winners for 2018. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 6-10 pm. Tickets at heart.org.

Grand Rapids Film Festival: F&M Fashion Show. The Waldron. 7-10 pm.

7LFNHWV DW JUĂ&#x20AC;OPIHVWLYDO FRP Pop Scholars: Improv Comedy. Laugh with a night of smart, risk-taking improv comedy performed by Grand 5DSLGV¡ PDQ LPSURYLVDWLRQDO H[SHUWV Wealthy Theatre. 8 pm. grcmc.org

April 13 & 14 GR Symphony presents Carnegie Hall Preview: Bolero Encore. DeVos Performance Hall. 8 pm. Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

April 13-15 Grand Rapids Film Festival. Celebrate ORFDO QDWLRQDO DQG LQWHUQDWLRQDO Ă&#x20AC;OPV during this weekend of events starting with a fashion show at the Waldron )UL FXOPLQDWLQJ LQWR D Ă&#x20AC;OP PDUDWKRQ at Wealthy Theatre (Sat) and ending with a network event at The

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April 14 Spring into Health Expo. Learn more DERXW 3DUWQHUV LQ 'HQWDO &DUH¡V services and team while seizing the FKDQFH WR JHW D JLIW FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH WR RQH RI WKH HYHQW¡V VSRQVRUV 3DUWQHUV LQ Dental Care. 9 am-2 pm. RSVP at the Eventbrite page. pidcgr.com Woven Wall Art Workshop. GRAM staff starts you off on your weaving project and provide you with all the materials QHHGHG WR Ă&#x20AC;QLVK DQG IRVWHU \RXU QHZ hobby at home. Grand Rapids Art Museum.10 am-noon. Register at artmuseumgr.org.

Dig Into Spring Park Clean-up. Wilcox Park. 10 am-2 pm. uptowngr.com Spectrum Health Jump Jam. Get KRSSLQ¡ DW WKLV QR IHH MXPS URSH competition that encourages kids and teens to get active. DeVos Place.

10 am. devosplace.org Yoga on Tap. Experience craft beer and yoga both at this event at one RI *5¡V QHZHVW EUHZHULHV %UDVV Ring Brewing. 10:15 am. Search Yoga on Tap on Eventbrite for tickets. brassringbrewing.com Grand Rapids Film Festival: 38 Film Screenings. Wealthy Theatre.

Noon-11 pm. Tickets at JUĂ&#x20AC;OPIHVWLYDO FRP The Peaceable Kingdom concert.

Fountain Street Church. 4-5 pm. fountainstreet.org Grand Raggidy Roller Derby Double Header. Rivertown Sports. 5-9:30 pm.

Tickets at grandraggidy.com.

Eat. Drink. Be Merry. Choose from over 100 international wines while HQMR\LQJ KRUV G¡RHXYUHV PXVLF DQG bidding on items in the accompanying luxury action. St. Cecilia Music Center.

6-10 pm. Tickets at scmc-online.com.

LowellArts House Concerts presents Mackinaw Harvest Studios Songwriters Showcase. Enjoy an evening of acoustic music in the LowellArts gallery LowellArts. 7 pm. Tickets at lowellartsmi.org.

West Michigan Golden Gloves boxing: Prelims. Semi-Finals occur April 20.

DeltaPlex. 7 pm. Tickets at deltaplex.com.

April 15

beer at the New Holland Pub after.

New Holland Brewing Company.

4-6 pm. Register at triviumracing.com/holland-8k-8th.

Spring Oratorio Concert. Open your ears to a free concert by the Aquinas College Chorus. Fountain Street Church. 4-6 pm. fountainstreet.org Grand Rapids Film Festival: Filmmaker Impact Stories. The Knickerbocker.

SP 7LFNHWV DW JUĂ&#x20AC;OPIHVWLYDO FRP Collegiate Vocal Competition. Hear :HVW 0LFKLJDQ¡V Ă&#x20AC;QHVW FROOHJLDWH student vocalists at this Final Round Concert where they compete for cash prizes. Opera Grand Rapids.

7 pm. Tickets at operagr.org.

April 16 Monday Night Jazz presents JMM Jazz. New Holland Brewing Company.

6:30-8:30 pm. wmichjazz.org Cooking with Garlic Workshop. Get expert tips on using garlic in your cooking by Chef Jen as she teaches you techniques to use garlic creatively.

Old World Olive Co. 7-8:30 pm. grpl.org

April 17 $ 0DNHU¡V 3HUVSHFWLYH $UWLVW led Gallery Walk with visual artist Adam Wopla. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 6-7 pm. meijergardens.org GROW Small Business Class: Business Basics: Choosing Your Business Structure. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm.

Register at growbusiness.org )+36 6WXGHQW ([KLELW $UWLVWV¡ Reception. Forest Hills Fine Arts &HQWHU SP IKĂ&#x20AC;QHDUWVFHQWHU FRP

April 17-19 Used Book Sale. Find your next adventure at this annual book sale featuring plenty of pre-loved reads for D JUHDW EDUJDLQ :RPHQ¡V &LW\ &OXE 9 am-7 pm (Tue), 9 am-4 pm (Wed) and 9 am-2 pm (Thu). wccgr.org

April 18 Hydrafacial ZO Brightalive Day. Learn about this new treatment with the Bengtson team and experts from ZO Skin Health. Bengtson Center.

9 am-4 pm. RSVP at bengtsoncenter.com.

April 19

0RWRUF\FOH 6ZDS 0HHW $ FDQ¡W PLVV expo for all riders, featuring gear and motorcycles under one roof. DeltaPlex.

10 am-4 pm. Tickets at deltaplex.org.

Volunteer Education session. Learn PRUH DERXW WKH FHQWHU¡V SURJUDPV DW this free information session. Literacy Center of West Michigan. 2-3 pm. literacycenterwm.org

LowellArts House Concerts presents Drew Nelson and Mark Schrock Free Family Concert. LowellArts. 2 pm.

Tickets at lowellartsmi.org.

Holland 8K on 8th. Work an 8K (5 miles) into your afternoon and enjoy a

Meet the Fleet. Meet the team behind surgical and non-surgical treatments at Bengtson center, enjoying live demonstrations and deals on services.

Bengtson Center. 5-7 pm. RSVP at bengtsoncenter.com.

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Neighborhood Pub + Music Venue in the Heartside Neighborhood.

Pinball machines galore! Great jukebox!

A place for the artists, musicians and localists of Grand Rapids.

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Rezervoir Lounge. 5-7 pm. wmeac.org Yoga at GRAM. Stretch into Triangle SRVH DQG DGPLUH *5$0¡V EHDXWLIXO architecture surrounding this Vinyasastyle yoga class. Grand Rapids Art Museum. 5:45-6:45 pm. artmuseumgr.org 2SHQLQJ $UWLVW¡V 5HFHSWLRQ IRU *HUUL Treves. Flat River Gallery & Framing.

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7-8:30 pm. grpl.org Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presents the music of Mozart, Weber and Brahms. St. Cecilia Music Center. 7:30 pm. Tickets at scmc-online.org.

7KH 7ULEXWH 'RQ¡W PLVV WKLV performance by the number one Beatles Tribute Band who recreate everything you love about The Beatles from the music to the hair to the vintage instruments. DeVos Performance Hall. 7:30 pm. Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

April 19-22 & 26-28 The Whale. Witness a morbidly REHVH PDQ¡V ODVW FKDQFH DW redemption as he tries to reach out to his estranged daughter in this ELJ KHDUWHG DQG Ă&#x20AC;HUFHO\ IXQQ\ SOD\ Spectrum Theater. 8 pm. Tickets at actorstheatregrandrapids.org.

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April 20-29 Akeelah and the Bee. This play, based of the multi-award winning Ă&#x20AC;OP LQVSLUHV DXGLHQFH PHPEHUV RI DOO ages with the grit and tenacity of little Akeelah as she makes her way to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. Tickets and showtimes at grct.org.

April 20-May 5 LowellArts Players presents Rumors.

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April 21 Food Addicts Recovery Session.

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10 am. foodaddicts.org Community Craft Show. Browse a number of homemade and handcrafted items available for sale by artists during this family-friendly craft show.

Indian Trails Camp (Kate Pew Wolters Center).

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Whose Live Anyway? Witness a hilarious live show by the cast of the award-winning TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? as they perform improv skits and scenarios based on audience suggestions. DeVos Performance Hall. 7-10 pm. Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

Grand River Folk Arts Society presents Ruth and Max Bloomquist. Wealthy Theatre. 7 pm. grcmc.org Lady Ace Boogie Album Release Party feat. Mama Sol, Molly Bouwsma Schultz and SuperDre. Pyramid Scheme. 8 pm-midnight. Tickets at pyramidschemebar.com.

Live at Night with Free Beer & Hot Wings. The crew responsible for early-morning giggles through their radio show is doing it live in GR, taking DLP DW WKLV \HDU·V UHOHYDQW VWRULHV DQG involving audience members in their jokes. DeVos Performance Hall.

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April 23 Downtown Holland Job Fair. Find full- and part-time job opportunities in the charming town as a number of downtown businesses open their doors to prospective employees. Downtown Holland. 3-6 pm. List of participating businesses at downtownholland.com.

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Engineering Challenge at the Geek Group

Build a small bridge with help from The Geek Group. For Grades 3 and up. Participants need to be accompanied by an adult. April 6, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM @ The Geek Group, 902 Leonard St. NW, Grand Rapids

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hip-hop artist Lady Ace Boogie, was 12-year-old Linda Tellis. As a nod to celebrating our past and the lessons weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned, Lady Ace shares advice she would give her 12-year-old self. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Push yourself past potential,â&#x20AC;? she began, adding not to waste time sweating the small stuff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a whole world out there with the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.â&#x20AC;?

Lady Ace uses her music to drop a beat to topics she addresses with raw honesty, like confronting barriers and coming to terms with experiencing mental health issues. Her journey is showcased in her newest album, Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Box Me In, which makes its debut April 21 during the Lady Ace Boogie Album Release Party at The Pyramid Scheme.

The party, open to ages 21 and up, features Lady Ace delivering her latest masterpieces from Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Box Me In 0D\RU¡V *UHHQLQJ ,QLWLDWLYH &RPPXQLW\ at The Pyramid Schemeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back room 7UHH 3ODQWLQJ *LYH (DUWK WKH SHUIHFW concert venue.

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The new album is the result of reaching a milestone in her work; she steps outside of the more aggressive tone of her previous album, Feel Good Music, to unveil the path she took to go from â&#x20AC;&#x153;just existingâ&#x20AC;? to living fully.

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Joining the party is a vanguard of women artists who communicate through different musical genres while connecting for a lineup that Lady Ace marks as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a dream come true.â&#x20AC;?

SuperDre (minimal techno beats), Molly Bouwsma Schultz (indie/soul) and Mama Sol (hip hop/neo soul) complete the saga, enveloping listeners in a night of authentic talent that celebrates the harmony of our differences.

Tickets for the Lady Ace Boogie Album Release Party are available in advance at Pyramidschemebar.com for $10 or at the door for $12. Get a taste of her music at Ladyaceboogie.com/music where you can listen to the full Feel Good Music album and see the music video for Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Box Me Inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Me for Me.â&#x20AC;?

What: Lady Ace Boogie Album Release Party feat..

SuperDre, Mama Sol and Molly Bouwsma Schultz Where: Pyramid Scheme, 68 Commerce Ave. SW When: Doors at 8 p.m. Show 9 p.m.-midnight.

Cost: $10 in advance. $12 at the door. Tickets at Pyramidschemebar.com

Bri Kilroy is a Grand Valley and AmeriCorps alumna who learned to type through vigorous Mavis Beacon trainings. She also passes as an artist, illustrator and author of this bio.

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