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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 Contributing Writers Beth McEwen Bri Kilroy Daniel Parker Elyse Wild Erick Gerson

LIFE The Rewards of Traveling Solo ........................................................14 Reach the Summit with Raquel Guzman .....................................................................................18 Discover the Grand Rapids Public Library .........................................................................................................24 Local Beat...............................................................................................................34 Celebrate Community at the *UDQG 5DSLGV $VLDQ 3DFLŹF )HVWLYDO..........................................36

HEALTH Better Strokes ............................................................................................................8

Kayla Tucker Kelly Brown Laura Youells Renee Franklin Ruth Vanstee Samantha Suarez Photography Two Eagles Marcus

FOOD Cocktails with Dan ..........................................................................................20 Local Eats.................................................................................................................22 Choose Meat that is Good for Your Body and the Planet ...........................................................28

David Specht Advertising Sales Susie Gordon / Sales Manager susie@womenslifestyle.com Sarah Anderson sarah@womenslifetyle.com Matt Brinkmeyer matt@womenslifestyle.com Inspiration Tania Aebi

STYLE & BEAUTY Ultra Violet: Get the Look with Erick Gerson......................10 Get into Gear.......................................................................................................40 Consignment and Thrift ..............................................................................52

LEARN & DO )XQ ZLWK )LGR ..........................................................................................................16 Her Legacy: Anna Sutherland Bissell ........................................33

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A Note from the Editor Four years ago, stuck in a dark, relentless rain on a bustling street in Berlin, I attempted to read a map written in a language I didn’t understand to navigate a bike through streets I didn’t know. I had spent that last hour riding in the wrong direction until a panicky feeling in my chest alerted me to the fact that I wasn’t where I was supposed to be, and was in fact very, very lost. After falling off of my bike and failing to bridge the language gap with passersby, I found shelter from the rain in a small bar where I got my bearings and directions, and admittedly shed a few tears. I was frustrated, embarrassed and lonely, and my expectations were being challenged. I had embarked on my trip solo, traveling to Europe on my own in search of adventure. I couldn’t wait to meet people at my hostel; when I arrived, I was the only occupant. I anticipated the days packed with people, places and new things from dawn till dusk; I had traveled in January, when the sun sets in Eastern Europe suspiciously early, and my jet lag pulled me into a deep sleep that lasted well into the afternoons. It wasn’t how I pictured it; in fact, it was much, much EHWWHU )RU WKH Ă€UVW WLPH LQ D YHU\ ORQJ ZKLOH , ZDV DORQH DQG , OHDUQHG DQ important lesson: the most challenging moments are often followed by the most rewarding. On that trip, I felt isolated and empowered; disappointed and utterly ecstatic; scared and liberated. Among all of the keepsakes I collected on that journey, the most valuable one was this: Audacity. This month, our theme is “Dare to Venture,â€? and we bring you stories of local women who do just that, led by their own unyielding audacity. Raquel Guzman, a founding member of Avanti Law, embodies the term; Guzman learned English while attending law school, cofounded the ODUJHVW ZRPDQ DQG PLQRULW\ RZQHG Ă€UP LQ :HVW 0LFKLJDQ DQG PRRQOLJKWV DV D PRXQWDLQ FOLPEHU 2Q SDJH -HQQLIHU 3DVFXD 0LQQLH 0RUH\ DQG 6RQDO 3DWHO VKDUH WKHLU H[SHULHQFHV DV PHPEHUV RI :HVW 0LFKLJDQ¡V RIW RYHUORRNHG $VLDQ SRSXODWLRQ DQG KRZ WKH *UDQG 5DSLGV $VLDQ 3DFLĂ€F )HVWLYDO (June 9) impacts all of us. Additionally, we explore one of our city’s most beloved institutions, the Grand Rapids Public Library, ripe with millions of opportunities for adventure (24). As always, our outstanding events writer Bri Kilroy highlights the best of what our city offers this month. The Grand Rapids Pride Festival, a dual celebration of love and the Grand Rapids Pride Center’s 30th birthday, takes over Calder Plaza on June on 16 (50).; and turn to page 56 for a guide to all of \RXU FKDQFHV WR HQMR\ OLYH PXVLF LQ :HVW 0LFKLJDQ LQ WKH EHVW ZD\ RXWGRRUV

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elcome to our volunteer column sponsored by Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Discover which volunteer position best describes you. Pick a cause and react voluntarily!

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As Grand Rapids Pride turns 30 this year, jump in and lend a hand with the plethora of essential support services they provide for the city’s LGBTQ+ community. The organization is continually seeking volunteers to assist with research, data entry, program and support group facilitation and advisory committees.

Get in touch with your creative side while aiding Artists Creative Together (ACT) with classes and activities in various arts, ranging from painting and ceramics to hip-hop and dance. The ORFDO QRQSURĂ€W FRQQHFWV WHDFKLQJ DUWLVWV ZLWK individuals who have disabilities at all stages of life and offers event-based volunteer opportunities throughout the year as well as weekly ongoing opportunities for teaching adult art classes and enrichment classes.

Take Action: Fill out an application at grpride.org/volunteer.

Q The Philanthropic Farmer Help impart farming and nutritional education to the Madison Square neighborhood at Urban Roots GR. The community farm, market and education center offers an abundance of volunteer opportunities ranging from getting your hands dirty in the soil to lending your professional talents on a number of special committees. Volunteers are welcome to commit to 2-8 hours a week or drop in on Thursdays from 3-7:00 p.m. Take Action: Contact Jenny at jenny@urbanrootsgr.org.

Take Action: Fill out an application at artistscreatingtogether.org.

Q The Festival Lover 7KH QG $QQXDO *UDQG 5DSLGV $VLDQ 3DFLÀF Festival takes over Rosa Parks Circle on June 9 and invites you to pitch in to help make the event a success! There are numerous spots available to KHOS ZLWK HYHQW VHW XS WHDU GRZQ FOHDQ XS ÀUVW aid stations, educational stations, karoke tent, surveying attendees, parade organization and providing general assistance to the organizers as they navigate the day. Take Action: Sign up at grasianfestival.com.

Q The Animal Lover Donate your time to our furry friends in need! The Humane Society of West Michigan needs dedicated animal lovers to assist with a number of functions. Lend a hand with administrative tasks or enrich the lives of the dogs, cats, rabbits and other small animals by socializing and exercising WKHP ORDQ \RXU RIÀFH VNLOOV WR DGPLQLVWUDWLYH tasks; or sign up to be an adoption counselor DQG KHOS SHWV ÀQG WKHLU SXUUIHFW KXPDQ PDWFK Opportunities are also available for off-site and group volunteering.

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While there are a good amount of Asians living in West Michigan, they’re generally not at the forefront of our community, and I want to do everything I can to make the one time of year we are at the forefront really impactful. In terms of my role with making videos and doing social media for the festival, I want to make Asian culture more accessible and approachable to people who don’t know much about it, while also making it fun.�

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. Lawson and Suzanne Sutherland, members of 100 New Philanthropists

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his month, as we celebrate the spirit of adventure in all of its forms, we want to draw attention to the solo endeavor. While sharing a journey with others can be an incredible experience that can lead to the strongest of bonds, embarking on an adventure alone reaps rewards to be found nowhere else. Whether you are hiking one of Michigan’s stunning state parks, traveling to a new town or jetting across the globe, here are some of the treasures you will yield from your solo excursion:

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You Will Learn to Ask for Help No one can accomplish great things all by themselves. Even with all of the advantages of modern technology, you will have to ask for help, whether you are asking for directions or help interpreting a menu. In our everyday lives, we do not often face situations in which we must reach outside of our comfort zone and ask for assistance; doing so can be a beautiful, humbling thing that will remind you we are all in this together.

You Will Enjoy You Nothing allows you to enjoy your own company more than bearing witness to awe-inspiring sights and having only yourself to share it with. You will forge a deep and lasting connection with yourself as you are immersed in the beauty of our world, uninterrupted. Instead of turning to those next to you and saying, ´:RZ Âľ \RX ZLOO EH URRWHG LQ WKH PRPHQW DV \RX Ă€OO with wonder.

You Will Learn to Ask Yourself What You Want When you are traveling alone, your itinerary is yours to create. Instead of asking your companions, “What do you want to do today?â€? you instead ask yourself, “What do I want to do today?â€? The answers may surprise you. Do you want to spend an afternoon reading on the beach? Try a nibble at every ORFDO EDNHU\ \RX FDQ Ă€QG" &OLPE D PRXQWDLQ" Take a tour? Go to a concert? Ride a bike? Visit museums? Kayak? Rest? It’s all up to you. Being decisive about what you do, and pivoting if it doesn’t work out, is an invaluable skill that you will carry with you when you return home.

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Tips for a Safe Solo Adventure Research, Research, Research Did we mention research? Familiarize yourself with your destination. Read travel blogs, study maps, watch videos and read guidebooks. Before you arrive, you will want to understand what the public transportation is like, which areas you should avoid, what the weather patterns are, if you need vaccinations and where to go in case of emergency.

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Spend Money on Safety Spring for a hotel, hostel or bed and breakfast in a reputable area close to public transit. If you are joining a tour group, spend a little extra on the company with the highest safety ratings. Make a cushion in your budget for taking a taxi at night instead of walking. Buy a high-end hiking coat that will protect you from the elements in case of inclement weather. Last but not least, have fun! Adventuring solo is one of the most enriching gifts you can give yourself. After all, the world is your oyster, so why not dig in?

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Some trainers like to train a cued “watch me� command, but I prefer this to be a more organic occurrence. One easy way to start is to simply acknowledge your pup whenever you see him looking your way. Depending on what your pup loves, that acknowledgment can be a treat, a pat on the head, some play time, or a simple “Good puppy!� Another opportunity is when getting ready to go outside. Stand at the door with your pup on leash and simply wait. Don’t say anything. After a moment or two of staring at the door, he’s going to wonder why it isn’t opening yet, and he will look up at you (“Mom, what gives?�). As soon as he looks to you, tell him what a good boy he is and open the door to continue on your way. Encourage eye contact whenever possible, especially in the face of distraction. Your pup will learn to “check in� frequently when playing or while walking on leash, keeping him much more in tune with you!

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you can reliably predict that she is going to step back with you, add in the cue word “back-upâ€? just before you change direction. Work your way toward getting a solid 5-6 steps of backward motion before you start moving away from the fence or wall. It’s common for dogs to swing their hind end sideways once that barrier is removed, so be prepared to reinforce for a straighter path and not reinforce the crooked attempts. This behavior takes time to master, but it can be a great bonding exercise. Throw this trick into the mix ZKHQ RXW IRU D ZDON DQG )LĂ€ LV KDYLQJ D GLIĂ€FXOW WLPH staying with you to encourage her to pay attention.

Hide & Seek

What: Fido seeks out his hidden human(s). Why: Hide & Seek builds enthusiasm and helps strengthen recalls (coming when called), and is a great way to burn off energy during bad weather.

How: Start with pup and human(s) in the same room. Each person should have treats on them. One SHUVRQ JHQWO\ UHVWUDLQV )LGR ZKLOH WKH Ă€UVW ´FDOOHUÂľ kneels down and excitedly calls Fido to “comeâ€? (note: kneeling is a much less intimidating body posture than bending over). As Fido approaches, tell him “yes!â€? and allow him to eat kibble from your hand. Meanwhile, the other hand should gently hold his collar (“comeâ€? is not complete until you have the collar in hand). Then the next person calls Fido, and repeats the process. Once the pup has gotten the hang of this roundrobin style of recalls, each person can begin stepping backward after each successful recall. This results in a small increase in distance for each repetition. Eventually, family members will begin stepping slightly out of view, and Fido will have to really listen WR Ă€JXUH RXW ZKR LV FDOOLQJ KLP DQG IURP ZKHUH This game can alsobe recreated outside within a fenced area (or with Fido on a tether or long-line), starting with the round-robin version and gradually building distance.

Touch

What: )LĂ€ WRXFKHV D VSHFLĂ€F REMHFW ZLWK KHU QRVH Why: Targeting behaviors are great for teaching patience and persistence, and can be useful in positioning your pup. You can even use targeting to help teach your pup to walk in heel position next to your leg!

How: Pick an item to target (I like to use a small piece of duct tape). Have some peanut butter and bite-sized treats on hand. Place the target at nose height (on a wall, a door, in your hand, etc.), and smudge a bit of peanut butter on the target. :KHQ )LĂ€ JRHV WR VQLII RU OLFN WKH SHDQXW EXWWHU PDUN her behavior with a “yes!â€? and follow it with a treat. Every time she goes back to sniff/lick/touch that target, she hears the reward mark (“yes!â€?) and gets a small treat. In no time, the peanut butter will be gone, but she will go back and “bumpâ€? that spot to earn her

reward. As she starts to get good at it, you can move the target around a bit. Take baby steps here: a little higher, a little lower, a little to the left or right. Lots of success is important in the beginning. Once you can UHOLDEO\ SUHGLFW WKDW )LĂ€ LV JRLQJ WR EXPS WKH WDUJHW when presented with it, then you can add in the cue word “touchâ€? just before she does it. In no time at all, )LĂ€ ZLOO ORRN IRU WKDW WDUJHW ZKHQHYHU \RX WHOO KHU WKH magic word: “Touch.â€?

Paw

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GUZMAN HAS TRAVELED TO 52 COUNTRIES AND COUNTING, CLIMBED FIVE MOUNTAINS AND NEXT YEAR WILL HAVE STEPPED FOOT ON ALL SEVEN CONTINENTS.

Reach the Summit with Raquel Guzman

BY ELYSE WILD | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TWO EAGLES MARCUS

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n August 20, 2016, Raquel Guzman stood near the apex of the planet. “It was just us and the mountain,� she said.

After an arduous eight-day ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro, one of the seven highest peaks in the world, Guzman KDG MXVW FRPSOHWHG KHU Ă€UVW KLJK DOWLWXGH FOLPE RQH RI many to come. Thousands of miles away, at Avanti Law in Grand 5DSLGV D ODZ Ă€UP RI ZKLFK *X]PDQ LV D IRXQGLQJ member, her business partner Robert Alvarez wondered if she would make it to the top. “She surprised all of us,â€? he laughed. “And, of course, she was sending text messages and emails along the ZD\ DERXW ZKDW QHHGHG WR EH GRQH DW WKH Ă€UP Âľ The image of Guzman making her way to the top of the world while also keeping an eye on her law Ă€UP LV FRPLFDO DQG XSRQ JHWWLQJ WR NQRZ KHU SHUIHFWO\ Ă€WWLQJ

Avanti Born and raised in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, Guzman describes her beginnings as humble, often going for periods of time without running water or electricity.

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As a child, she was a relentless social advocate, even taking a stance for women to have the right to choose ZKLOH VKH DWWHQGHG D VWULFW &DWKROLF VFKRRO “I was very active in voicing the things I believed in,� she said.

“People give up because they don’t assess their situations realistically,â€? she mused. “I had just arrived in America and was learning English, so I knew it was JRLQJ WR EH GLIĂ€FXOW , MXVW VDLG Âś2ND\ ,¡OO MXVW JHW ready for next time.’â€?

Upon moving to Puerto Rico at age 20, it became apparent to her that she had a future in law.

At MSU, she poured herself into her studies, recording her classes in English then translating them into Spanish and back again. Her determination paid off: She graduated at the top of her class.

“I always wanted to be an agent of change and help people with legal matters,â€? Guzman expressed. ´, ZDQWHG WR EH D ODZ\HU VR , FRXOG EH LQ FRXUW Ă€JKWLQJ for what is right. I thought it was the easiest way to accomplish helping others.â€?

“I learned that when you are diligent, you get results,� she expressed. “I may not be the smartest person in the room, but I will work harder.�

Her search for the best law schools brought her to WKH 0LFKLJDQ 6WDWH 8QLYHUVLW\ &ROOHJH RI /DZ :KHQ she enrolled, she was confronted with a tremendous FKDOOHQJH )RU WKH Ă€UVW WLPH LQ KHU OLIH VKH ZDV WDNLQJ classes in English. “It was very hard,â€? she recalled. “I didn’t think I was going to make it. Until that point, I had a limited knowledge of the English language.â€? Guzman’s tenacity is nothing short of inspiring. From the very beginning, she persisted through obstacles on her journey to realize her ambition; she took the Law School Admissions Test, which is only available in English, three times.

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You can feel the wind, you can smell the soil— it’s a beautiful experience.â€? “We believe even the person who receives the mail or answers the phone is as important as our attorneys,â€? she commented. “We wouldn’t be who we are without the right support, and we decided to recognize everyone early on. We do a lot of things to maintain WKH FDPDUDGHULH DQG WKH FXOWXUH RI RXU RIĂ€FH Âľ On Tuesdays, Avanti treats their staff to tacos and happy hour at a different restaurant; they offer networking opportunities every Thursday; and every WZR \HDUV WKH\ FORVH IRU Ă€YH GD\V ZKLOH WKH HQWLUH staff is at a retreat — once held in Jamaica and once at Disney World — that is paid in full by the Ă€UP $GGLWLRQDOO\ WKH Ă€UP RZQV D WLPHVKDUH WKDW LV available for any employee to use for any amount of time based on the number of weeks available each year. “Doing these things allows us the opportunity to get to know each other and trust each other and seemingly work together better,â€? Guzman smiled. “We have a great team; everyone is smart and independent with an incredible sense of justice. We are about their growth and success and happiness.â€? Rocio Osorio has been working as a litigation paralegal IRU $YDQWL IRU DOPRVW D \HDU DQG WHVWLĂ€HV WR WKH environment Guzman and her partners have cultivated.

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“I don’t feel like I am at work,� Osoria commented. “I feel like I am with family.�

The Summit Guzman is both a dreamer and a realist, qualities that espouse in perfect symmetry; her ambition is substantial, and her ascent in both her personal and professional life has been guided by sound logic and VXEVWDQWLDO DPELWLRQ 7KLV LV SHUKDSV EHVW SHUVRQLÀHG by her life as a mountain climber and world traveler (she has been to 52 countries and counting). She began climbing in 2016 with her husband, Rene, an avid mountaineer. She has since scaled ÀYH PRXQWDLQV %HVLGHV D WUDLQLQJ H[FXUVLRQ RQ 3LFR Duarte in the Dominican Republic (10,164 ft), Mt. .LOLPDQMDUR ZDV KHU ÀUVW VXPPLW $W IHHW WKH mountain’s elevation is surpassed only by Mt. Dali, 0W $FRQFDJXD DQG 0W (YHUHVW &DWHJRUL]HG DV DQ extreme altitude trek, the rapid rate of incline on Kilimanjaro is no easy feat.

“Even with all the struggles, I loved the challenge and the way I connected with my surroundings. You can feel the wind, you can smell the soil— it’s a beautiful experience.â€? In July, Guzman and her husband embark on an expedition to climb Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan; and next year, the pair ventures to Antarctica, meaning she will have been to all seven continents, but she is not stopping there. “We are preparing to climb Mt. Everest in 2020,â€? she said excitedly. Although they won’t be summiting (a dangerous HQGHDYRU WKDW KDV FODLPHG WKH OLYHV RI QHDUO\ SHRSOH WR GDWH WKH\ SODQ WR UHDFK (YHUHVW %DVH &DPS ZKLFK DW IHHW LV D VLJQLĂ€FDQW DOWLWXGH $V VKH UHĂ HFWV RQ KHU SDVW H[FXUVLRQV DQG WDONV DERXW KHU upcoming journeys, Guzman glows with anticipation. “I’m so excited,â€? she smiled. “It’s going to be such an amazing adventure.â€?

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CHOO CHOO GRILL 1209 PLAINFIELD AVE NE

What does the hamburger say to the Buddha? Make me one with everything! At least that’s what Kathy Spencer, Choo Choo Grill’s manager, told us during the course of our interview. From the old school train-themed aesthetic full of bright red hues to the cozy setup of just a few tables, and the friendly staff that will remember you by name by your second or third visit, Choo Choo Grill is the nostalgic American diner of Grand Rapids’ food scene. Their menu is a simple selection of breakfast, burgers, onion rings, and shakes, and probably hasn’t been updated LQ DJHV EXW WKDW¡V SDUW RI LWV DSSHDO :KDW WKH\ GR WKH\ GR YHU\ ZHOO DQG KDYH EHHQ GRLQJ VR VLQFH WKH\ Ă€UVW opened in 1946. We ordered the deluxe cheeseburger and a side of onion rings. The presentation was straightforward; not overly ERDVWIXO RU EHJJLQJ WR EH ,QVWDJUDPPHG EXW , ZDV EORZQ DZD\ E\ WKH Ă€UVW IHZ ELWHV 7KH RQLRQ ULQJV ZHUH perfectly crispy. The batter was just right — not too thick, not too thin. Although the cheeseburger consisted of RQO\ WKH EXQ WKH EHHI SDWW\ FKHHVH OHWWXFH DQG WRPDWR WKH Ă DYRUV SDFNHG D SXQFK <RX ZRQ¡W EH GLVDSSRLQWHG LQ giving this hidden gem a go; just remember to save room for a malt!

ROCKFORD RIVERSIDE GRILLE 8 E BRIDGE ST. NE, ROCKFORD, MI

Formerly the Green Well of Rockford, Essence Group renovated and converted the restaurant to a more familyfriendly concept with a menu of American-inspired comfort food such as nachos, bacon-wrapped meatloaf, grilled salmon, sandwiches, salads and more. “When you dine with us, you can expect nothing less than delicious food in a comfortable place at a great value,� Lauren Jaenicke, Essence Group’s Marketing and Sustainability Director, said. Many diners rave about their smoked brisket, which is smoked for hours and paired with savory scalloped potatoes. As for an underrated dish, Jaenicke says that their nachos don’t receive the attention they deserve. “When I eat out and see nachos on a menu, I also tend to skim by it, but please order them. I promise it will be worth it!� If you do decide to drop by for a meal, try to make it on a Thursday for free live music on the patio; starting on June 7, rain or shine, you can enjoy dinner and drinks with a beautiful river view while listening to a live band.

CITIZEN TIKI BAR & RESTAURANT 2115 PLAINFIELD AVE NE

Located in the Cheshire Village Business District in the lovely Creston neighborhood, this modern tiki bar and restaurant opened its doors to Grand Rapids in November 2017 and is certainly like no other in our current food scene. True to tiki fashion, the space boasts funky, eclectic decor, a tropical theme and vibrant ambiance — or ZKDW RZQHU DQG RSHUDWRU 5DFKHO /HH OLNHV WR FDOO ´DP %H\RQFH Âľ 7KHLU IRRG KLJKOLJKWV WKH 3DFLĂ€F 5LP EOHQGLQJ $VLDQ LQĂ XHQFHV ZLWK ORFDO 0LFKLJDQ KLJKOLJKWV ,WHPV RQ WKHLU PHQX LQFOXGH DKL WXQD DQG VDOPRQ SRNH 3HNLQJ duck spring rolls, ramen and banh mi. ´2XU JUHHQ FXUU\ QRRGOH ERZO LV P\ FXUUHQW IDYRULWH Âľ VDLG /HH ´,W¡V IUHVK DQG IXOO RI Ă DYRU DQG VSLFHV Âľ We came by after work one afternoon for a mai tai tiki bowl and some of their famous drunken fries. Both the SUHVHQWDWLRQ DQG WKH Ă DYRU RI WKH GULQN ZHUH SKHQRPHQDO 7KH GUXQNHQ IULHV DUH HVVHQWLDOO\ DQ $VLDQ YHUVLRQ RI poutine, but with dashi gravy instead of cheese, along with ramen eggs, bite-sized pork belly pieces and other WRSSLQJV 7KH IULHV ZHUH FRRNHG WR D FULVS RQ WKH RXWVLGH DQG Ă XII\ RQ WKH LQVLGH SHUIHFWO\ VHDVRQHG DQG SDFNHG ZLWK XQLTXH Ă DYRUV WKDW PHOGHG WRJHWKHU PDJLFDOO\ LW ZDV GHOLFLRXV We recommend stopping by with some friends on a beautiful warm day, preferably on Tiki Tuesday (half off tiki Do you know of a local restaurant that would be perfect cocktails and bowls!) If nothing else, they’ll truly be wowed by the am-Beyonce. for this page? Email us at info@womenslifestyle.com!

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More Than Just Books:

the Grand Rapids Public Library BY KAYLA TUCKER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TWO EAGLES MARCUS

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9 :ja]^ @aklgjq In November of 1871, a truly essential and historic foundation was built when three community forces came together to form the GRPL. With just more WKDQ ERRNV WR VWDUW WKH Ă€UVW IUHH SXEOLF OLEUDU\ opened its doors by way of the Grand Rapids Board of Education, the Ladies Literary Association and the <0&$ ZKR SRROHG WKHLU ERRNV WR VHUYH WKH FLW\¡V population of 16,000. The GRPL would go through many changes over WKH QH[W FHQWXU\ DQG EH\RQG ,W ZDV SDUW RI WKH Ă€UVW city hall that opened in 1888, with a collection of 35,000 volumes, and in 1891, Lucy Ball, daughter of famed Grand Rapidian John Ball, was appointed head librarian. In 1901, City Attorney John Patton contacted Andrew Carnegie, who promised $150,000 to the library in support. Former GR resident Martin Antoine Ryerson also offered $150,000 for a new building. The next year the building went up, with a central skylight and tall windows, granite from Indiana and marble from Italy and the United States. Fast-forward to 1962, when a $2.8 million plan was adopted to expand and update the structure. In 2000, three years after securing a capital millage, focus turned to renovating the building. Three years later, there is a grand opening marrying the two very differently constructed buildings together; walking through the front doors of the GRPL, one can see the original atrium and skylight in the Ryerson building.

;geemfalq Ogjc Over the years, the GRPL has proven itself to be a necessary asset to the city. “We have always strived to be a really good resource to the community,â€? Marla Ehlers, GRPL Assistant Director, said. ,Q IDFW *53/ ZDV RQH RI WKH Ă€UVW OLEUDULHV LQ WKH nation to have a children’s department. They are also RQH RI WKH IHZ RUJDQL]DWLRQV WKDW IRFXVHV VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ RQ UHDGLQJ SURĂ€FLHQF\ IURP WKH DJHV \HDUV ROG COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER KRISTEN KRUEGER-CORRADO STANDS ON THE THIRD FLOOR BALCONY OF GRPL.

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“We wanted to make sure that right from birth— even before, read to your child in the womb — that parents and caregivers are really focusing on that child and those early literacy skills,� Ehlers explained.

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The library offers preschool, toddler and baby, family, DQG ELOLQJXDO VWRU\WLPHV 7KH Ă€YH HDUO\ OLWHUDF\ practices storytimes focus on are reading, writing, talking, singing and playing. “Playing is part of literacy because when you’re engaged in dramatic play, that helps you use language and create story,â€? Ehlers expressed. Moving up the age scale, the library stays with kids as they grow up, and older children can join the Summer Reading Challenge, which has been around for at least 70 years. Statistics show that kids who participate in the Summer Reading Challenge advance in scholastic levels beyond their peers. “[For] many children, their scholastic abilities halt in the spring and don’t progress over the summer and often they actually backtrack,â€? Ehlers said. “If they join our Summer Reading Challenge, they can at least stay at grade level.â€? For adults, there’s the GR Reads program which spends the summer focusing on 10 books and provides 28 experiences related to those titles, such as author GLVFXVVLRQV DQG Ă€OP VFUHHQLQJV Ehlers said there’s a stereotype that libraries are no longer needed because of our ready access to technology and the Internet, but the library has proven WR EH PRUH WKDQ D KROGLQJ KRXVH IRU ERRNV WKH RIĂ€FLDO mission statement of GRPL is “connecting people to the transforming power of knowledge.â€? “Libraries are important to foster community,â€? Communications Manager Kristen Krueger-Corrado said. “One of the reasons we do programming for both FKLOGUHQ DQG DGXOWV LV WR FUHDWH FRPPXQLW\ <RX JR WR a storytime and you see the parents who bring their children every week, and you realize that they know each other.â€? The library serves as a tool of empowerment for many members of the community and provides resources for VWDELOLW\ 0DQ\ RI WKH FLW\¡V KRPHOHVV SRSXODWLRQ Ă€QG refuge in spending time at the library, and GRPL staff have contacts and information for the various shelters in Grand Rapids. ´7KHUH DUH PDQ\ UHDVRQV ZK\ SHRSOH Ă€QG WKHPVHOYHV in a situation like that and we are one of the links in the

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chain that will hopefully help them get out of that situation,� Ehlers said. GRPL staff also assist people in using the computers, which offer free Internet access for anyone with a library card (also free), and applying for jobs online.

Egj] L`Yf Bmkl :ggck In all of the eight GRPL branches, there is a total of one million physical items. This includes DVDs, books, Ebooks, audiobooks and magazines. One of the notable offerings is the expansive graphic novel collection, which is also the fastest moving (materials being checked in and out) collection in the library. There is a special focus on bringing programming to teens, which arguably can be a time where many children grow out of their excitement of reading and going to the library. ´:H IHOW LW LPSRUWDQW WR KDYH D VHSDUDWH WHHQ QRQĂ€FWLRQ area because you’re going through all these changes in life, you may not want your mom to know what you’re looking into,â€? Ehlers said. “So you can browse the teen DUHD DQG Ă€QG WKLQJV WKDW DUH UHOHYDQW WR \RX Âľ Additionally, GRPL also hosts a teen poetry group that was founded by a local teenager.

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6OLJKWO\ KLGGHQ RQ WKH IRXUWK Ă RRU 7KH /RFDO +LVWRU\ Department may not be known to everyone but it carries a wide range of historical materials relating to Grand Rapids dating back to the 1800s. Many people use this department as a resource for personal history, article or book research, or for school assignments. ´7KLV Ă RRU LV MXVW D WUHDVXUH WURYH RI LQIRUPDWLRQ Âľ library assistant Colleen Alles said. “We have almost 500 archival collections, that number is growing all the time. Tons of photographs, family histories and paper records.â€? The library has made an effort to have Spanish VSHDNLQJ VWDII DV ZHOO DV VWDII ZKR DUH SURĂ€FLHQW in American Sign Language available at all times. GRPL also connects visually impaired patrons to the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically +DQGLFDSSHG WKURXJK WKH /LEUDU\ RI &RQJUHVV 0DQ\ HQWUHSUHQHXUV Ă€QG D KRPH DW WKH *53/ QRW RQO\ E\ XVLQJ WKH RIĂ€FH VSDFH SURYLGHG EXW JHWWLQJ assistance in all the different aspects of starting a business. One notable local business that got on its feet through the library’s resources is Malamiah Juice Bar, located in the Downtown Market. There are countless ways that the public library silently affects the community every single day; from starting D EXVLQHVV HQFRXUDJLQJ \RXU FKLOG WR UHDG Ă€QGLQJ that address of your great-great aunt you’ve been wondering about, checking out a movie you’ve been dying to see, or just simply looking for a new book to read, GRPL is a trove of discovery waiting for you to step inside and take a look around.

Kayla Tucker is a multimedia journalism student at GVSU. She’s a local freelance writer and enjoys spending time with her husband, her kitty and her family. When she’s not writing, she likes to go on nature walks, do yoga and paint. .

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t’s hard to be a meat lover nowadays; with doctors and health nuts urging us to banish fat from our diets and cut down on red meat, focusing on things like tofu, quinoa and veggies instead, it’s no surprise people don’t associate meat with clean eating.

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Smith had this to say on the subject of fat and red meat: “People are starting to move away from the misconception that fat and red meat are bad for you. They’re also starting to understand that there are good fats and bad fats and that the fat from animals raised commercially is different than fat from wellraised animals.�

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are fed a byproduct of the remains of other animals that died in the feedlot. Because of this, they get sick often and require antibiotics. They are then fed growth hormones to get as fat as possible. These poor living conditions cause the animal to have high levels of stress, leading to tougher, Ă DYRUOHVV PHDW 7KH SRRU GLHW OHDGV WR LQĂ DPPDWLRQ which means less nutrients and a high amount of LQĂ DPPDWRU\ RPHJD IDWV LQ WKH WLVVXHV $OO WKHVH chemical compounds and unhealthy fats are then passed down to the consumers. “Cows are meant to eat grass, so when you introduce grains to them, it causes all sorts of health problems,â€? Smith said. “Then they have to give them all these antibiotics and hormones to combat the side effects of a diet that’s not natural to them.â€? In addition to having more healthy fat, grass-fed beef is higher in protein, leaner, lower in saturated fat and rich in Vitamin E, which wards off aging and keeps your immune system healthy. According to Jo Robinson in his book, Pasture Perfect, if you eat a typical amount of beef in a given year, which is about 67 pounds in the United States, switching to grass-fed beef will save you 16,642 calories a year!

Bmkl Oaf_ Al This same applies to chickens. “In some areas, it’s GLIĂ€FXOW WR UDLVH FKLFNHQV RXWVLGH EHFDXVH WKH\ KDYH so many natural predators like hawks or foxes,â€? Smith explained. “One of the farmers we work with raises KLV FKLFNHQV LQ FRRSV WKDW GRQ¡W KDYH Ă RRUV RQ WKHP (YHU\ GD\ KH JRHV RXW LQWR WKH Ă€HOG DQG SXOOV WKH FRRS onto fresh grass.

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A statue of Anna Bissell stands outside of Devos Place in downtown Grand Rapids.

Pioneering President and Chair of the Board of the Bissell Corporation (1846-1934) t age 19, Anna Sutherland married Melville Bissell, and the two became partners in business as well as in marriage. Moving to Grand Rapids in 1871 with two little girls, they opened a crockery and china shop, and Melville began tinkering with a “broom in a box.� By 1876, they were producing carpet sweepers.

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When organizers approached her about emceeing the $VLDQ )HVWLYDO 3DVFXD GLGQ¡W KHVLWDWH “It was important for me to be involved with the festival,â€? she expressed. “I am very proud of my culture, and I am also very proud of the fact that I was born here and am Asian American.â€? 3DVFXD HPSKDVL]HV WKDW HQMR\LQJ WKH G\QDPLF programming of the festival, which showcased not only cuisine but dances, calligraphy, artwork, martial arts, music and more representing dozens of different cultures within Asia, was an experience she relished sharing with her two sons. “My kids are biracial; it was fun for me to be able to make sure it isn’t just about the food,â€? she smiled. “There is so much more that goes into it than that, and for them to be able to see that was a really cool experience for me. I hope they pass the desire to learn on to their kids one day.â€? 7KLV \HDU WKH IHVWLYDO WDNHV SODFH RQ -XQH KRZHYHU the celebration has expanded from a one-day event to an entire week of cultural appreciation and exploration in different venues across the city. The Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts will host an (YHQLQJ RI %DQJODGHVKL 'DQFH DQG 0XVLF -XQH the Grand Rapids Art Museum will showcase work by 3DNLVWDQL $PHULFDQ DUWLVW $QLOD $JKD -XQH DQG WKH -: 0DUULRWW ZLOO KRVW D VXPR ZUHVWOLQJ PDWFK -XQH WKH HYHQLQJ EHIRUH WKH IHVWLYDO ZKLFK 3DVFXD QRWHV LV arguably the most anticipated event of the week. She commends the organizers for utilizing educational and interactive elements to emphasize reverence for the full-contact sport that has origins dating back to the \HDU LQ -DSDQ “It will be a true sumo match,â€? she said. “It is just going to blow people away.â€? )RU 3DVFXD WKH IHVWLYDO PRYHV *UDQG 5DSLGV FORVHU WR becoming a city that regularly honors and explores the many cultures that make up the community. “We need to continue to strive to get people to want to learn about other people’s cultures because what makes us different is what is so beautiful,â€? she expressed. “A ORW RI SHRSOH KDYH TXHVWLRQV WKH\ GRQ¡W NQRZ KRZ WR ask, and this gives people the opportunity to ask them.â€? Attendees and organizers of the festival note that its greatest achievement is shattering the preconception held by many Westerners that Asia is a single culture; $VLD LV PDGH XS RI GLIIHUHQW FRXQWULHV HDFK ZLWK D distinct history and culture. ´3HRSOH VDZ DOO WKHVH GLIIHUHQW W\SHV RI WKLQJV WKH\ GLGQ¡W H[SHFW Âľ 3DVFXD VDLG ´,W ZDVQ¡W MXVW WKH W\SLFDO things that people think of when they think of Asia, and that is what made it so special.â€?

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Mondays Studio Night at Grand Rapids Brewing Company. Work on your art projects among accessible collaboration from fellow creators. 25% discount for all who participate. Grand Rapids Brewing Company. 6-11 pm. grbrewingcompany.com Open Bike Night. The neighborhood brewing company and bike shop team up and invite cyclists for an evening ride followed by fun and food at the brewery. Cyclists can join the training group for a challenging ride or the leisure group for a less intense adventure. Cedar Springs Brewing Company. 6:30-9:30 pm. Updates on HYHQW¡V )DFHERRN SDJH FVEUHZ FRP

Mondays starting June 11 Jazz in the Park. Pack a picnic, a blanket and your dancing shoes for :HVW 0LFKLJDQ -D]] 6RFLHW\¡V IUHH outdoor concert series where talented jazz musicians and ensembles deliver toe-tapping performances with the beautiful Grand River serving as a backdrop. $K 1DE $ZHQ 3DUN SP Full schedule at wmichjazz.org.

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Wednesdays & Saturdays Holland Farmers Market. Fill your IULGJH DQG SDQWU\ ZLWK IUHVK Ă€QGV DW WKH +ROODQG¡V IDUPHUV PDUNHW featuring over 50 vendors selling IUXLW YHJHWDEOHV Ă RZHUV EUHDGV homemade goods and more. Eighth 6WUHHW 0DUNHW 3ODFH DP SP )LQG weekly market features at hollandfarmersmarket.com.

Thursdays Relax at Rosa lunchtime concerts. Pair music with your lunch hour by heading to the heart of Downtown GR and enjoying a live performance by a local band, and grab an afternoon bite at one of the several food trucks onsite during the concerts. Rosa Parks Circle. Noon-1:30 pm. Full line-up at downtowngr.org Meijer Free Thursday Nights means free admission and an evening of DUW SLHFHV 7KH *UDQG 5DSLGV $UW Museum. 5-9 pm. artmuseumgr.org

Thursdays starting June 14 Street Performances in Downtown Holland. Street performers add live HQWHUWDLQPHQW WR +ROODQG¡V WK Street strip as they perform their dynamic talents for passersby. WK 6WUHHW 'RZQWRZQ +ROODQG SP GRZQWRZQKROODQG FRP /RZHOO 6L]]OLQ¡ 6XPPHU &RQFHUWV $PS XS \RXU QLJKW ZLWK D IUHH RXWGRRU concert in front of the Flat River in Lowell, featuring talented performers who specialize in genres across the musical board, good eats and a cash bar. Riverwalk Plaza. 7-9 pm. Full line-up at discoverlowell.org.

Fridays starting June 22 Holland Summer Concert Series. Bring your chairs, a picnic dinner and dancing shoes for a free concert in the great outdoors performed by a line-up of talented, local musicians. Kollen 3DUN SP downtownholland.com

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Ruff Runners GR running group. You and your energetic dog are invited to frolik and socialize with others at this special running group designed for humans and their canine companions. Meet outside Fido & Stitch. DP 8SGDWHV RQ HYHQW¡V )DFHERRN SDJH Ă€GRDQGVWLWFK FRP

Masayuki Koorida: Beyond Existence exhibit. Featuring works by the well-known sculptor, this exhibit FDSWXUHV .RRULGD¡V FRPSHOOLQJ repertoire in both sculpture and drawings. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Exhibit runs until $XJXVW PHLMHUJDUGHQV RUJ

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Zoo in You exhibit. Explore the world of trillions of microbes that live within the human body through interactive and engaging exhibits. Grand Rapids Public Museum. Exhibit runs until Sep. 2. Hours at grpm.org

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30 & Fabulous

30 Years of the Grand Rapids Pride Festival

BY BRI KILROY | PHOTOS COURTESY OF GRAND RAPIDS PRIDE CENTER

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he best thing about the Grand Rapids Pride Festival: 30 & Fabulous event is you don’t have to be age 30 to attend; you don’t even have to identify as “fabulous.�

The only thing you have to be is yourself, and that puts you on the guest list for the Grand Rapids Pride Center’s largest fundraising party in West Michigan. On June 16 along Ottawa Avenue and at Calder Plaza, the GR Pride Festival celebrates 30 years of bringing the community together to applaud the treasure trove of personalities and preferences that make up our vibrant population. “It’s a celebration of being who you are and coming together,� Rob Sparks, Co-Chair of the Grand Rapids Pride Center, said. “The entire world is invited.� While the week leading up the celebration is full of events, the day of the festival is something you don’t want to miss; the party draws community members in brilliant attire and emanates nothing but the act of coming together to relish how far we have come. “As the world has changed and grown in acceptance, we’ve seen our attendance and festival grow,� Sparks continued. “The uphill battle of executing the GR Pride Festival in 1988 and the years following is undeniable, but we have also advanced in acceptance and selfexpression to the point where the festival is bigger and more popular than ever.�

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As the world has changed and grown in acceptance, we’ve seen our attendance and festival grow.� —Rob Sparks Sparks expressed that the change in language alone toward the LGBTQ community (the headline announcing the inaugural GR Pride Fest read, “Homosexuals Open Community Center�) symbolizes a milestone in the way people view the celebration. More than 100 vendors position along Ottawa Avenue during the festivities to offer LBGTQ resources along with clothes and products available for purchase.

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What: Grand Rapids Pride Festival Where: Calder Plaza, 300 Monroe Ave. NW When: June 16, noon-10 p.m. (GR Pride Week runs June 8-17). Cost: $8/general admission, $50/ VIP. Tickets at GRPride.com or at the festival entrance. >VTLUZ 3PML:[`SL 4HNHaPUL ‹ 1\UL

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Allendale Red Door Consignment 6837 Lake Michigan Dr. (616) 895-2667 Hours: Tue-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-4 Enjoy a vast collection of new, repurposed, consigned, vintage and antique items including furniture, home decor, clothing and accessories. Every budget deserves great design! Find us on facebook, facebook.com/ thereddoorconsignmentallendalemi

Gild the Lily 450 East Division (616) 863-8491 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-4

GR Northeast Mission India Super Thrift 2146 Plainfield Ave. NE (616) 361-7411 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-2

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

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

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. Furniture reinvented. Fashion reinvented. shopresalerepublic.com

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! Find us on facebook. facebook.com/ memorylaneconsignmentboutique

Come explore treasures old and new. Find your new favorite work dress, the home decor you didn’t know you were missing, and the vintage piece that completes your wardrobe. regeneratethrift.com

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Beer Run. Get into the running game the Beer City way by joining runners of all levels on a 3-5-mile course in the hosting neighborhood followed by beer, snacks, door prizes and fun with the people of the GR Marathon. New Holland Brewing Company (Holland). 6:30 pm. Full schedule at grandrapidsmarathon.com. Meanwhile Movie: Hook. Wealthy Theatre. 8 pm. grcmc.org

June 5-10 The King and I. Experience the unconventional relationship that develops between the King of Siam and a British school teacher in this musical featuring an unforgettable score. DeVos Performance Hall. Tickets and showtimes at broadwaygrandrapids.com.

June 6 )RRG 7UXFN·V ZLWK D 7ZLVW 7KH 0DUNHW Bar moves outdoors to quench the thirst of market-goers and is joined by seven food trucks to shake things up routine dinner plans. The Downtown Market. 4-7 pm. downtownmarketgr.com $UWLVW·V 5HFHSWLRQ IRU -LOOLDQ 'LFNVRQ Forest Hills Fine Arts Center. SP IKÀQHDUWVFHQWHU FRP Summer Concerts at the Gardens SUHVHQWV -DFNVRQ %URZQH )UHGHULN Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org

June 7 Relax at Rosa lunchtime concerts SUHVHQWV .HYLQ 0LFKDHO -RQHV MD]] ZRUOG VRXO 5RVD 3DUNV &LUFOH Noon-1:30 pm. Full line-up at downtowngr.org After Work Tree Time. Revive yourself after work with time outdoors caring for trees in the Grand Rapids Community with Friends of GR Parks. Sherman Street Church. 5:30-7:30 pm. Register on Eventbrite. friendsofgrparks.org How to Draw Wildlife. Take an in depth look at drawing wildlife with the Blandford staff as you examine still life animals to understand structure and use that knowledge to draw a picture of your pet. Blandford Nature Center. 6-7:30 pm. Register at blandfordnaturecenter.org.

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June 8 Movies on Monroe: The Greatest Showman and Big. The beloved summer tradition is re-introduced to a new location on Monroe. Attendees are permitted to bring their own snacks and beverages (alcohol restricted to beer and wine only). North Monroe Parking Lot 6:30 pm (movies begin at 7:30 pm). Full line-up at downtowngr.org. Summer Concerts at the Gardens presents The B-52s. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org

June 8 & 22 Game Night with the Cats. Play cards or board games with fellow felineORYHUV ZKLOH WKH FDIp·V FDWV URDP about, batting at pegs and earning pets during this paw-some game night. Happy Cat Café. 6:15-8:15 pm. Sign up at happycatcompany.com.

June 9 Sketching Drop-In Tour: Mirror Variations and Intersections. Bring your sketchpad along on this docent-guided sketching tour of *5$0·V FXUUHQW H[KLELWV *UDQG Rapids Art Museum. Noon-1 pm. artmuseumgr.org

June 10 The Vintage Street Market. Enjoy shopping through vintage clothes, jewelry and trinkets among the market vendors. The Downtown Market. 10 am-4 pm. vintagestreetmarket.com Built So Fly Craft Brew & Cycling event. Beer-lovers and bike-lovers are invited to a 12-mile group bike ride from City Built to Rockford Brewing Company to indulge in brew and food deals, and party to live music before heading back to GR. City Built Brewing Company. 11 am-3 pm. Details at grnow.com. Summer Concerts at the Gardens presents Fitz and the Tantrums. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org

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Gallery Reception the exhibition Location, Location, Location. LowellArts. 6-8 pm. lowellartsmi.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

Soul2Soul World Tour with Faith Hill and Tim McGraw. Van Andel Arena. 7:30 pm. Tickets at vanandelarena.com.

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June Events Whence and Whither: The Literary and Mortuary Arts Monday, June 18, 2018, 7:00 pm Main Library – 111 Library St NE

GR Reads: The Movies – Blade Runner Tuesday, June 19, 2018, 8:00 pm Wealthy Street Theatre – 1130 Wealthy St SE

An Evening with Stephen Mack Jones Thursday, June 21, 2018, 7:00 pm Main Library – 111 Library St NE

Birdwatching at Huff Park Saturday, June 23, 2018, 8:00 am Huff Park – 2399 Ball Ave NE – Park in the Aberdeen lot

Unplug Party: Disconnect to Connect Monday, June 25, 2018, 7:00 pm Pyramid Scheme – 68 Commerce Ave SW

Great Lakes Anishinaabek Storytelling Tuesday, June 26, 2018, 7:00 pm Main Library – 111 Library St NE

News of the Weird with Free Beer and Hot Wings Thursday, June 28, 2018, 7:00 pm Wealthy Street Theatre – 1130 Wealthy St SE

Bug’s Eye View Saturday, June 30, 2018, 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm Main Library – 111 Library St NE

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BISSELL Blocktail Party. You and your pup are invited to raise the “woofâ€? DW WKLV \HDU¡V %ORFNWDLO 3DUW\ *UD]H through tasty appetizers for the both of you, take a chance at the silent auction and enjoy making new two- and fourlegged friends at the best dog-gon party of the year. Paddock Place. 6-9 pm. Tickets at bissellblocktailparty.com. GROW Small Business Class: Financial Awareness: How to Run Your Business by the Numbers. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm. growbusiness.org Meanwhile Movie: Titanic. Wealthy Theatre. 8 pm. grcmc.org

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Sustainability Series Holland: Composting 101. GreenMichigan.org and WMEAC team up to share tips and tricks about composting to those interested in harnessing sustainable practices. Brew Merchant. 6-8 pm. wmeac.org GROW Start Smart Business Readiness Course. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm. growbusiness.org Summer Concerts at the Gardens presents Brandi Carlile. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 6:30 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org

June 14 Relax at Rosa lunchtime concerts presents May Erlewine featuring Max /RFNZRRG IRON $PHULFDQD 5RVD Parks Circle. Noon-1:30 pm. Full line-up at downtowngr.org -RH 7D\ORU 3DUN %%4 %HDXWLI\ 7HDP up with Friends of GR Parks and other community members to spruce up the local park, then reward yourself by indulging in a free barbecue meal SURYLGHG E\ -RKQQ\ %¡] SP Register at friendsofgrparks.org. Kids Creative Art Class. Kids and parents are invited to make art in a new way using sticks, leaves and PRUH RI QDWXUH¡V PHGLD %ODQGIRUG Nature Center. 6-7:30 pm. Register at blandfordnaturecenter.org. Film Screening: Monir. Enjoy a screening about the life of artist Monir Shahroudy followed by an informal gallery talk with exhibition curator, Ron Platt. Grand Rapids Art Museum. 7-8:30 pm. artmuseumgr.org /RZHOO 6L]]OLQ¡ 6XPPHU &RQFHUWV SUHVHQWV 6HULWD¡V %ODFN 5RVH

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June 15 Creativity Uncorked: Casting Shadows. Get inspired by the Intersections installment and bring that creativity to the GRAM Studio to make your own one-of-a-kind lamp. Grand Rapids Art Museum. 6:45-9 pm. Register at artmuseumgr.org.

June 15, 16, 22 & 23 LowellArts Players presents Our Time. Follow this loosely autobiographical comedy about four young Baby Boomers breaking into the comedic spotlight in 1975 Los Angeles. LowellArts. 7:30 pm. Tickets at lowellartsmi.org.

June 16 Ottawa Hills Garden Tour. The neighborhood invites the public to tour its collection of gardens ranging from works in progress to manicured masterpieces along with a performance by Noel Webley & His -D]] )ULHQGV *UDQG 5DSLGV &KULVWLDQ Elementary School. 9 am-1 pm (jazz concert at 11 am). ottawahillsgr.org Floral Design Class: Succulent Spotlight. Create your own succulent masterpiece with guidance from the Ă RUDO H[SHUWV (DVWHUQ )ORUDO DP SP 7LFNHWV DW HDVWHUQĂ RUDO FRP Opening of Be the Astronaut exhibit. *530¡V QHZHVW H[KLELW SXWV YLVLWRUV in the boots of an astronaut and lets them take command of futuristic space vehicles and explore the universe through the interactive exhibit that merges tangible displays with video game technology. Grand Rapids Public Museum. 10 am. Exhibit runs until Sep.16. grpm.org *UDQG 5DSLGV 3ULGH )HVWLYDO -RLQ IRUPHU $PHULFDQ ,GRO Ă€QDOLVW 'DYLG Hernandez, to celebrate your community, your neighbors and yourself at this all-inclusive festival featuring live music, delicious food, activities for all ages, beer tents and a drag show. Calder Plaza. Noon-10 pm. grpride.org C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert performance. DeVos Performance Hall. 4-6 pm. Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

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June 20 Measure What Matters: Putting the “Eco” in Economy. Learn how your business can save money while maintaining earth-friendly practices at this Local First workshop. Catalyst Partners. 11:30 am-1 pm. Register DW ORFDOÀUVW FRP The Art of Tibetan Hand-Knotted Rug Making. Explore the craft of handknotted rug making with the creative director for Scott Group Studio as she shares details about her journey to Nepal where she witnessed the delicate tradition up close. Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. 5:30-6:30 pm. Tickets at uica.org. Summer Concerts at the Gardens presents Seal. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org

June 21 Food from the Heart. Thousands of volunteers team up to create healthy meal packages for the hungry in West Michigan, which will be distributed WR ORFDO IRRG SDQWULHV DQG QRQSURÀW agencies. Van Andel Arena. 10 am-2 pm. Sign up to volunteer at KZPXZ RUJ PHDOV Relax at Rosa lunchtime concerts presents Conrad Shock & The Noise EOXHV JDUDJH URFN 5RVD 3DUNV Circle. Noon-1:30 pm. Full line-up at downtowngr.org 0DUDQGD·V 3DUN 3DUW\ :\RPLQJ -RLQ 79·V 0DUDQGD IRU DQ DIWHUQRRQ RI JUHDW entertainment, attractions, games, community resources and family fun during this free community park party. Lamar Park. Noon-2 pm. Park Parties take place at different parks throughout the summer. Line-up at wotv4women.com. Green Drinks with WMEAC. Network ZLWK D OLYHO\ PL[ RI SHRSOH IURP 1*2·V to sustainability experts over craft beer. 18th Amendment. 5-7 pm. wmeac.org

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he population increase outside indicates we are eager to shake off the solitude of spending months indoors during the indecisive weather we experienced this season. Harmonizing with our urge to come together are scads of invitations to absorb the local music scene through live musical performances open to the entire community. Start designing your summer playlist with the concert events happening this month below.

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Parking is free for everyone, with a special invitation to motorcycles and classic cars to park inside the concert venue for a casual auto show. Full lineup at deltplex.com

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June 25 Measure What Matters Mixer. -RLQ /RFDO )LUVW LQ FHOHEUDWLQJ sustainable businesses. Swift Printing & Communications. SP ORFDOÀUVW FRP -D]] LQ WKH 3DUN SUHVHQWV %HKQ *LOOHFH from New York. Ah-Nab-Awen Park. 6:30-8:30 pm. wmichjazz.org Summer Concerts at the Gardens presents Old Crow Medicine Show. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org Urban Gardening Workshop: Gardening is Supposed to be Fun! Right?! Learn how to make your garden low maintenance so you can VSHQG PRUH WLPH HPEUDFLQJ VXPPHU·V best weather. Grand Rapids Public Museum. 11 am-12:30 pm. Register at grpm.org.

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June 27 Chalk Day for Kids. The Market gets even more colorful during this free-draw event where kids and professional chalk artists litter the outdoor market area with vibrant drawings. The Downtown Market. 10 am-1 pm. downtownmarketgr.com 97 LAV Summertime Blues Concert 6HULHV 6RPH RI *5·V IDYRULWH EOXHV artists return for another season of the annual free concert series, taking place on the Preferred Credit Union Stage. DeltaPlex. 6 pm. deltaplex.com

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