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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!

Q The Tenacious Tutor Empower adult learners at the Literacy Center of West Michigan. The center has an ongoing need for enthusiastic volunteers to work one-onone with adults in our community as they learn invaluable skills in reading, writing and comprehension. Take Action: Call 616-459-5151 or email info@literacycenterwm.org

Q The Team Player Girls on the Run Kent and Muskegon Counties are seeking volunteers to help make their annual 5K, taking place on May19 in downtown Grand Rapids, a success. Assist with packet pick-up the day before and prepare post-race refreshments, or lend a hand on race day with course set-up, staging area set-up, volunteer check-in, security, course marshaling, cleanup and more. Take Action: Contact Stefanie at kcgotrvoluncoord@gmail.com

Q The Festival Lover Sign-up to be one of 1,500 volunteers who help make Festival of the Arts one of the most fun weekends of the year in Grand Rapids! Volunteers are needed to help with children’s activities (paint in, glue in, face painting and more), the regional art exhibit, set up and tear down, stage crew and clean up. Take Action: Visit festivalgr.org/the_hub/ YROXQWHHU WR ÀOO RXW D YROXQWHHU DSSOLFDWLRQ

Q The Bookworm The Grand Rapids Public Library offers a variety of opportunities to get involved with one our city’s most beloved institutions. Pitch in for a special event, such as the Summer Reading Challenge; assist in the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections Department; or lend a hand with the Friends of the Library, a group of

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dedicated volunteers who organize and run the Friends Book Store located on Level 3 of the Main Library. Take Action: 9LVLW JUSO RUJ DERXW YROXQWHHU WR ÀOO out a volunteer application.

Q The Outdoor Enthusiast Spring is in full swing and summer is right around the corner! Kent County Parks and the MSU Extension Master Naturalist program is inviting the community to Millenium Park on May 19 for their free Discover! Nature Program. Spend the afternoon helping set up, greeting attendees, supporting nature station docents or taking photos while families learn about the history and ecology of the park as they walk along the Hansen Nature Trail. Take Action: Email park.volunteers@ kentcountmiI.gov

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Q The Family Friend Lend an extra-special helping hand to families in their greatest time of need as a Pediatric Oncology Resource Team (P.O.R.T) volunteer at Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. P.O.R.T. family support volunteers are assigned to work with families one-on-one, keeping them company and making life in the hospital more manageable. Volunteers also sit with pediatric patients while parents attend to work schedules, errands, meeting with doctors and needs at home.

Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology Resource Team Volunteer

It is so gratifying; you are not only helping these kids, but their families, too. I absolutely love it.”

Take Action: Call 616-267-1159 or email colleen.thompson@helendevoschildrens.org

Does your organization have a volunteer opportunity that would be perfect for this page or an extraordinary volunteer who we should spotlight? 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

Barb has been a devoted P.O.R.T. volunteer for more than a decade. She recently went above and beyond by dedicating more than 158 hours to a young patient whose family lives out of state.

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. Bryant and Audrey Mitchell, members of 100 New Philanthropists

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A Note from the Editor In my life, there are many mothers; my mother, who gave me life; my grandma Loretta, who continues to teach me the power of positivity and curiosity; my Grandma Irma from whom I learned the importance of tradition; my best friend, whose role as a step-mother impresses upon me the value of kindness and patience; my sisters, of whom I am in awe as they raise the magical beings who are my nieces DQG QHSKHZV DQG ÀQDOO\ WKH SXEOLVKHU RI WKLV PDJD]LQH ZKRVH WHQDFLRXV EHOLHI LQ me changed the course of my life. Mothers teach us that love is limitless, and this month we honor them with a well-deserved day of celebration. Turn to page 58 for a comprehensive list on how to celebrate your mother on her designated day or all month long (we encourage the latter). For new moms, we present you with the ultimate postpartum recovery plan (28) and tips from an expert on how to get your little one on the sleep schedule of your dreams (33). Read up on KRZ WR EH D ÀWQHVV UROH PRGHO IRU \RXU FKLOGUHQ WHDFKLQJ WKHP WKH LPSRUWDQFH of consent (16) and embracing your sense of style in motherhood (36).

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$QG Ă€QDOO\ DIWHU D ORQJ FR\ GDQFH VSULQJ KDV DUULYHG 7KH RQVHW RI WKLV ORYHOLHVW of seasons means fresh and delicious vegetables ripe for harvesting. In this edition, we present you with two special recipe sections featuring dishes crafted from these seasonal offerings (18, 34). Additionally, in “Picnic Like a Pro,â€? local chefs share their tips for the ultimate outdoor feast (38). Millions of marvelous blossoms saturate Holland as the city reveres its Dutch heritage in the unparalleled celebration that is Tulip Time. On page 46, we dive into how the festival, now in its 89th year, was born from one woman’s passion for civic beauty; the infamous Dutch Dance performed by nearly 1,000 dancers each year; DQG KRZ 7XOLS 7LPH WLHV WRJHWKHU Ă€YH JHQHUDWLRQV RI RQH IDPLO\

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Along with Mother’s Day and Tulip Time, May brings with it the excitement of the Fifth Third River Bank Run (53). This Grand Rapids tradition takes over the city on May 12, offering you a chance to cheer on others as they achieve incredible feats or KLW WKH JURXQG UXQQLQJ WRZDUG \RXU SHUVRQDO Ă€WQHVV JRDOV This month, Urban Roots Grand Rapids shows us that when we commit to caring for one another, we all bloom together. The community farm and education center located in the heart the Madison Square neighborhood invites you to enjoy the spoils from their thriving urban garden at their Community Market. Stop by their open house on May 16 to enjoy a heavenly (and free) dinner crafted from fruits and vegetables grown right on the farm; and learn about the joys of gardening in a free workshop titled, “Growing Your First Gardenâ€? (54). Read on and enjoy!

‘STEER’ in to Byron Center for your graduation and Mother’s Day party supplies! Look for the decorated steers all throughout Byron Center, May 13 through June 17!

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10 Ways to Leap into

As spring comes in full force, we experience a sense of renewal and rejuvenation. Here are 10 ways to energize yourself at the change of the season. BY PEACHES MCCAHILL

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Start your day by breathing in the invigorating spring air.

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Start your garden.

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Treat yourself to a pedicure and break out your peep toes.

Pack away your winter clothes and prep your wardrobe for spring and summer.

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Fill your bird feeders and enjoy the sweet song of birds returning for spring.

“Something in the air made me feel like flying.” – Eileen Granfors

Bust out the chalk and draw pictures on the sidewalk.

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Deep clean your space and remove all clutter.

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Celebrate the warm weather and make a pitcher of Sangria.

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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Tips for a More Fulfilling Relationship

ne of the most common misconceptions about relationships is that they should KDSSHQ HIIRUWOHVVO\ ZLWKRXW FRQĂ LFW RU discourse. Sure, things may seem to fall into place and be perfect in the beginning, but the honeymoon phase can’t last forever. When things start WR JHW GLIĂ€FXOW DQG \RX¡UH XQSUHSDUHG IRU FRQĂ LFW LW can be shocking. We must shift our understanding of relationships from what we see in popular media to what happens in real life. Having to work at it doesn’t mean you’ve failed in your relationship; in fact, it’s just the opposite! Happy, long-lasting relationships take effort. In order to enjoy the good, you have to address concerns that arise. Much like a delicate Ă RZHU UHODWLRQVKLSV WDNH FRQVWDQW FDUH WR Ă RXULVK DQG be sustainable over the years. Here are some tips to keep your relationship thriving.

Discard Expectations Wishing your partner will do something to make you happy is setting yourself up for disappointment. You cannot rely on him or her to be your sole source of happiness. The pressure of performance can be crippling to anyone and cause resentment to build. Imagine if the roles were reversed: Could you be living your best life while constantly worrying you weren’t GRLQJ HQRXJK" $ IXOÀOOLQJ UHODWLRQVKLS LV ZKHQ ERWK partners’ actions are freely given. Take ownership of your happiness and let everything else your partner does be the icing on the cake.

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BY MEGAN STUBBS

Self-Development While relationships are a team sport, it’s important not to overlook the value of self-development. Before you joined forces, you were on your own; you had your own set of dreams that you wanted to accomplish. Now, many of your goals include a “weâ€? aspect, but don’t forget to cultivate things on your RZQ $ UHODWLRQVKLS LV IXOĂ€OOLQJ ZKHQ WKHUH LV D PL[ of individual and joint goals. When you overlook your own individuality, feelings of resentment can arise when working toward a joint objective or in the case that your partner is pursuing their own plans without you. Make sure you both have something to work toward individually and encourage each other to realize those ambitions.

Re-evaluation No matter how hard you’d like to argue against it, few RI XV DUH LPPXQH WR WKH LQà XHQFH RI PHGLD DQG VRFLHW\ on our relationships. It’s one thing to admire a couple you see in a TV show or a celebrity tabloid, but it’s another when you use it as a comparison to your relationship. You may idolize a celebrity couple because their life looks so easy/romantic/sexy, but you only see what is shown. Instead of using media as a checklist against \RXU RZQ UHODWLRQVKLS VLW GRZQ ZLWK \RXU VLJQLÀFDQW other and discuss what your ideal partnership looks like. If you are on the right track, great!

If you decide changes need to be made, even better! Keep the communication channels open and clear.

Sex Check-in Speaking of communication, talk about your sex life. Are you happy with it? Do you want more? Do you want to slow it down? Your partner isn’t a mind reader, and if things have been feeling off in the bedroom, ask them about it! If you are experiencing a sexual frequency mismatch, here is a quick way to get to the bottom of it: Write down how many times you’d like to have sex per week. Then write down how many times per week you think your partner would like to have it. Have your partner do the same. Share results with HDFK RWKHU DQG ÀQG D VFKHGXOH WKDW ZLOO ZRUN IRU ERWK of you.

Enthusiasm Just like a smile is contagious, the level of energy you bring to your relationship will be mirrored in your partner. If you want your connection to be more passionate, be a self-starter and put your energy into it! Dr. Megan Stubbs is a Sexologist, the job you never saw on career day. For insightful tips or a JRRG ODXJK ÀQG KHU RQ 7ZLWWHU Facebook, Instagram and SexologistMegan.com

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A Strong Leader BY KELLY BROWN

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Plant-Based

Recipes

BY DANEA MATHER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY AUGUST NYSON

After April showers, stroll through the fresh May air, wander down the aisles of your favorite farmers market. Nourish your body and mind with these early season root vegetables, which are sure to be seen popping up on produce stands near you!

Shoestring Parsnip Chips

With a dash of salt and a perfect crunch, these baked, crispy shoestrings are a satisfying alternative to potato chips.

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This all-purpose drizzle-on-everything sauce adds a zippy, creamy compliment to salads, bowls, sandwiches and more. It is even the perfect dip for freshly roasted parsnip shoestring chips! Makes 1/2cup of sauce

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The Local

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WHAT’S NEW WITH YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESSES. BY SAMANTHA SUAREZ

WAX POETIC CANDLE BAR 1423 Lake Drive SE.

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cience indicates that our sense of smell is strongly attached to memories and emotions. At Wax Poetic Candle Bar, they doubled down on that idea by giving customers the chance to create the perfect smell for their nose, one that likely reminds them of a good memory, all while making a new memory to look on with fondness. Choose from more than 100 clean fragrance oils available for you to blend harmoniously into a one-of-akind candle made from soy wax and cotton wicks for a nice clean burn with less smoke.

This unique experience is the perfect way to spend a date, hang out with friends, or a fun activity with your family. The process of choosing and pouring your custom candle usually takes about half an hour. From there, you are invited to shop around other neighboring businesses or grab a bite to eat or drink nearby. After 90 minutes, your custom candle(s) will be ready to take home and enjoy! Of course, you can also choose to come back and pick up your candle another day. If you’re in a hurry and want something straight away, there are single fragrance hand-poured candles, as well as diffuser and room and body sprays available for purchase. Happy smelling!

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The shop aesthetic is a complimentary blend of city style and country living. They carry men’s, women’s, children and baby apparel, as well as apothecary and home decor. Doan calls it an “extension of her own home,� catering to her own blend of interests in modern, midcentury and rustic inspired items. Reservoir is a fresh face to Grand Rapids’ artistic community that brings about an enlightening experience to conscious shopping. “So often the retail market is saturated with fast fashion and a lack of quality. Reservoir is a one-stop shopping experience for functional, sustainable and timeless lifestyle pieces, offered at attainable price points,� Doan explained. “Most people who visit won’t leave without telling us how beautiful they think the shop is. The best way to see why we stand out is to stop in and check it out for yourself!�

RESERVOIR BOUTIQUE IS A COMPLIMENTARY BLEND OF CITY STYLE AND COUNTRY LIVING. PHOTO COURTESY OF RESERVOIR BOUTIQUE..

Beyond ensuring that they are in-the-know, and often even ahead of the curve on the latest trends in cosmetics, they pride themselves on their exceptional customer service. The store has a clean, white, and welcoming feel, designed to ensure their guests will not be overwhelmed or intimidated. Anyone who comes in to peruse their collection is treated to coffee, tea or hot chocolate. In addition to selling cosmetic items, 0DNHXS %/9' DOVR SURYLGHV VNLQ FDUH services, classes, private sessions and event makeup for weddings and other occasions.

Do you know of a local retailer that would be perfect for this page? Email us at info@womenslifestyle.com!

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Drift into the Ethereal Nature of

Ann Teliczan

BY SARAH ANDERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TWO EAGLES MARCUS

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Turning her love into artwork was a natural progression that began 15 years ago. “Flowers make a really good subject matter for art because they’ve got so much color and a variety of shapes, texture and movement in them,� she explained.

A beautiful juxtaposition of what is expected and what is reality, Teliczan brazenly embraces each aspect of herself; she is authentic to her core.

About eight years ago, Teliczan’s work began to gain recognition and started to display in major installations across the country. Today, she has installations of 60 or more pieces in hospitals in Tulsa, Oklahoma; Jersey Shore; Long Island; Houston; Dallas; Dayton; Fort :D\QH *UDQG 5DSLGV $OH[DQGULD 9LUJLQLD and Florida.

Born to a Baptist minister and a well-known Christian author, Teliczan’s life began in Los Angeles. At the age of 4, her family moved to northern Washington, where her love for art emerged. Her parents always saw the artist within her.

Her art is widely accepted across different venues. What is it that makes her work so appealing to display on any wall?

“My parents have pictures of me drawing as a little girl when I lived in Washington,â€? Teliczan recalled. “My mom would say, ‘You know, Annie, you’re an artist.’ I thought she was telling me that to make me feel good; I thought that everybody loved drawing, creating and making things,â€? Eventually, Teliczan landed in Wheaton, Illinois with her parents and three younger brothers where she spent most of her youth. Her dad’s job took her family to Grand Rapids, where she studied illustration, graphic design and photography. Teliczan’s career began in advertising. She worked at Gemini Publications, was a national advertising and PR director at Brooks Shoes, and then went to work for an ad agency all the while quietly creating art in her free time. On the same day Teliczan took a leap of faith and quit her job to fully commit to her own work, she was met with a phone call from Skyline Art Services, a major art consultant in Houston who recommended and sold her work. “[They were calling to tell] me that my work had just been accepted for this huge project at Fort Belvoir, in $OH[DQGULD 9$ DQG WKH\ ZDQWHG WR PDNH VXUH , KDG time for it,â€? Teliczan recalled. From this point on, Teliczan had complete control over her schedule and was able to devote more time to her art. She was consumed with drawing, painting and constantly creating new techniques. If it gave way for the opportunity for Teliczan to create, she dove in: photography, video, graphic design, and pottery, to name a few. “At one point I had a design studio set up with my computer; a black and white dark room in my basement; a full setup to hand color my black and white photos with Marshall’s Oils; a potter’s wheel and a kiln,â€? Teliczan mused. She began a successful ad agency, AT Media Studio, established herself as an HDR photographer with work appearing in Mashable and Oprah Winfrey’s newsletter DQG OHW KHU Ă RUDO DUWZRUN Ă RZ IUHHO\ IURP KHU DQG LQWR venues throughout the world.

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“That’s my inspiration: When someone looks at my work it makes their day a little better and them a little happier.� She splits her time among all three of her passions, each holding a special place in her heart. Out of her unassuming basement studio with decorative string lights strewn around the ceiling and quirky memorabilia from her family proudly displayed, Teliczan creates works of art.

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Teliczan poses by her installation at Spectrum Health’s Integrated Care Campus at Ada.

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Plant Lilies for Elegant Summer Blooms BY MELINDA MYERS

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Five Steps to Complete Postpartum Recovery BY CRYSTAL FRAZEE

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Ask friends and family ahead of time to be a part of your recovery plan and tell them how to contribute. Conserve your energy by having someone bring you food, run errands, pick up groceries, do light house cleaning, play with your toddler, or hold the baby while you rest. Don’t forget to communicate these desires to your partner, as they are an important gatekeeper to manage visitors. What self-care rituals will support your needs? Would a salt bath, gentle massage or yoga ease your sore muscles? Does journaling or talking to a trusted friend help if you feel vulnerable, overwhelmed or even ecstatic? Give yourself permission to ask for what you need and receive it open-heartedly. Know that a healthy and happy mother is what’s best for your baby!

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Start taking slow, full breaths and notice the changing sensations in your nose, chest, belly, ribs and pelvic Ă RRU :KHQ \RXU PLQG ZDQGHUV JHQWO\ EULQJ LW EDFN WR the breath. Start this practice immediately postpartum for just two minutes twice a day and increase over time. This practice will help balance your nervous system after birth and create a sense of calm whenever you need it.

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If you’re working on getting back to your pre-baby weight know that these suggestions will help you get there while maintaining adequate milk supply. Now is not the time to go on a low-calorie diet!

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In order for your tissues to heal optimally and to make the healthiest breast milk (if you’re nursing) you need to eat nourishing whole foods. It’s important to limit sugar intake and processed foods and amp up the nutrient dense options. Focus on eating a diet high in clean protein to support recovering connective tissue.

Eat lots of healthy fats like coconut oil, avocado, olive oil, grass fed butter, and nuts and seeds along with a variety of vegetables. Consider drinking bone broth or taking a high-quality collagen supplement too. Ask for support to have these foods available. If you’re having people bring meals let them know what types of foods you want, and hold on the casseroles! Soups and stews are good options at this time.

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Create an Outdoor Space

Beyond Your Porch BY WHITLEY SEMROW

“Think of it as the room you never knew you had!�

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ummer is quickly approaching, and we Michiganders are eagerly looking forward to doing anything and everything we can outside. An excellent way to enjoy the outdoors is to make your patio or deck feel like an extension of your home. Think of it as the room you never knew you had! A deck or patio can function as a gathering space or a place for respite and lounging. Keep in mind the following three tips when you embark on shaping up your outdoor sanctuary.

Structure Erecting an outdoor wall can make a huge impact on your patio. Think about a blissfully secluded Saturday morning with a warm cup of coffee or private gettogether with friends. Adding a pergola or a wooden wall with integrated planters can create this insular effect. Or, try an extra tall fence; even if you have a small yard, there is still plenty of space to go up!

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Stringing up lights or strategically placing candles and lanterns creates a warm, glowing atmosphere. Go the extra-mile and waterproof a mirror and hang it RQ D ZRRGHQ ZDOO WR EHDXWLIXOO\ UHĂ HFW WKH OLJKW and greenery.

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Double Dutch Spring is the air: Why not bring it into the kitchen? These handcrafted cutting boards, created from smooth stained wood and shaped like a tulip and a wooden shoe, can serve as daily chopping essentials or as fun serving platters for cheese and crackers during your spring gatherings. $15.99 each at Holland Furniture. 753 Lincoln Ave in Holland. Hollandfurniture.com

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Say Hello

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5 Expert Tips to Get Your Infant on the Sleep Schedule of Your Dreams BY SARAH ANDERSON| PHOTO BY MITTEN LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY

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Fresh Spring

Recipes BY CHEF JOSEFF VANHORN

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Cold Soba Noodle Salad

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Makes 4 servings 12 ounces dried soba noodles Vinaigrette 1 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons lime juice 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoon hot sesame oil 1 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds

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Add the vegetables on top of the soba noodles and enjoy!

Cook the vegetables: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil. Add the onion and sautĂŠ over high heat until it starts to brown, (about 3 minutes). Add the EURFFROL FDXOLĂ RZHU SHDV carrots and ginger to the onions and sautĂŠ until all vegetables are tender, (about 5 minutes). Add the remaining vinaigrette and spinach leaves and cook until wilted, (about 2 minutes).

Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup

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Trim the spring onions and chop them into 1/4 inch lengths.

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Clean the parsley and mint. Remove the large stems. Finely chop.

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the soba noodles until al dente, (about 4 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water; shake off any water and blot dry. Transfer the noodles to a large bowl. In a skillet, simmer the orange juice over moderate heat until syrupy, 15 minutes. Scrape into a bowl. Whisk in the lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, and sugar; season with salt. Pour in 3/4 cup of the vinaigrette. (Reserve remainder). Add sesame seeds and toss.

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Tabbouleh Salad

THIS DELICIOUS MIDDLE EASTERN SALAD CONTAINS SUPER FOODS WITH NEW SPRING HERBS.

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Lamb Chops with Asparagus and Farro Makes 4 servings 1 tablespoon herbs de Provence 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt Cracked black pepper 8 lamb rib chops, frenched 1 cup farro, rinsed 2 cups chicken stock 1 bay leaf 2 sprigs thyme 16 asparagus spears, Half a lemon In a small bowl, whisk together the herbs de Provence,1/4 cup olive oil and a pinch of salt.

Arrange the lamb chops in a single layer on a large baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil mixture,

Makes 4-6 servings 3 cups carrots 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted 1/2 medium onion 1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 6 cups vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups half and half cream salt and pepper, to taste Cream Pepita (pumpkin) seeds Ground black pepper

rubbing to coat each chop thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Roast until crisp-tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and keep warm.

In a medium saucepan, combine the farro, chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme and salt to taste. Cover and simmer over medium heat until farro is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat.

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sear the lamb chops until cooked to desired doneness, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Preheat the oven to 400 F. Toss asparagus with 3 tablespoons of olive oil; rub with minced garlic, kosher salt and cracked pepper.

Arrange a mound of farro in the center of a plate. Lay four spears of asparagus over the farro. Arrange two chops around the asparagus. Squeeze the lemon over the lamb, sprinkle with coarse salt and serve.

Preheat oven to 375 F. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place carrots on the baking sheet and add olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.

Add roasted carrots and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Arrange the carrots in a single layer and place baking sheet into the oven. Bake until tender, about 35-40 minutes.

PurĂŠe soup in a food processor. Pour soup back into pot and stir in the cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Chop carrots and set aside. Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat.

Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with approximately 1 tablespoon cream, 1 teaspoon pepita seeds and ground black pepper.

Chop the onion and cook until soft and tender. Stir in ginger and cook for another minute.

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Chic and Easy: Staying Stylish as a Mom BY CATHY STARNES

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rom the beginning of pregnancy and postpartum, changing sizes, to breastfeeding wardrobes and lack of time, a new mom’s style can easily disappear. For many, it’s hard to regain equilibrium for countless years afterward. There’s something about putting yourself together on the outside that makes you feel like you’ve got a handle on this mom stuff. While you’re celebrating Mother’s Day this month, take some time to take care of your style. If you’re KDYLQJ WURXEOH ÀQGLQJ WKH WLPH DVN IRU KHOS IURP D spouse, an assistant or co-worker, or hire someone to help at home. Now that you’ve carved out some time for yourself, focus on planning ahead so you can save time on your daily routine. Approaching your wardrobe with organization and attention will save you tons of time, money and stress in the long run.

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Organize your clothing by removing anything that you can’t wear today, whether because it’s missing a button or you can’t wear it until you purchase a white camisole.

“You can have anything you want in life if you dress for it.� — Edith Head Repair Make your clothes wearable again. If something needs to be repaired or tailored, get it done. If you have a fabulous skirt and no top to wear with it, shop for one. Make your closet wearable before going out and buying more of what you don’t need.

Tech Use technology to stay organized. Use your phone to snap photos of yourself in the mirror wearing RXWĂ€WV \RX ORYH :KHQ \RX¡UH UXQQLQJ ODWH RU IHHOLQJ uninspired, refer back to the photos. Keep a list on your phone of items missing from your closet (a strapless bra, shoes to wear with that yellow dress, HWF )RFXV RQ Ă€OOLQJ WKHVH HVVHQWLDO LWHPV HYHQ ZKHQ it may not feel as exciting as splurging on a new dress (and then still not having the right shoes for either dress). Accept yourself right where you are. You don’t have WR NQRZ DOO WKH VWHSV UHTXLUHG WR FUHDWH D FRQĂ€GHQW personal image. Make an appointment with a stylist or your favorite boutique to get some advice on what works for you and your body. Follow through, take the next step and you’ll get there.

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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! Find us on facebook, facebook.com/ thereddoorconsignmentallendalemi

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. Furniture reinvented. Fashion reinvented. shopresalerepublic.com

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! Purple Rose’s mission is to help all women to define and develop their inner beauty and expression of creative fashion. facebook.com/purpleroseboutique

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Highest quality fresh and frozen local meats including 100% grass-fed beef, all natural chicken and Michigan-raised pork Wide selection of seafood, lamb, goat, bison, and veal Monthly specials and meat bundles to stock your freezers Call ahead with your special order for prime rib, hams, pork crown roasts, tenderloin and more Specializing in menu planning for open houses and more!

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Start your summer off right— Book your next event on the rooftop at CityVuˉ Events!

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WHAT’S NEW AT YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS. BY SAMANTHA SUAREZ

MEXO 118 Fulton Street East.

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t MeXo, you get more than just dinner and drinks: You get an experience.

This modern Mexican restaurant and tequila/mezcal bar opened its doors to downtown Grand Rapids on April 17, and is the most recent venture of the CDKI Dining restaurant group. Leading its kitchen as executive chef is the talented Oscar Moreno, whose menu is described as a fusion of pre-Hispanic and modern Mexican cuisine. What does that mean exactly? Basically, if you’re in the market for a burrito or ground beef tacos with cheddar cheese, look elsewhere. Instead, enjoy ahi tuna ceviche with avocado, pork belly pastor with pineapple and salsa, or carne asada made of thin-cut ribeye.

Don’t worry: they do serve guacamole and it’s awesome.

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$W WKHLU EDU \RX¡OO Ă€QG FUHDWLYH cocktails and artisanal craft margaritas from an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal. A few standouts are the MeXo Oaxacan Old Fashioned and the Tamarindo cocktail. Another bonus? Instead of tres leches cake, you get quatro leches. Four types of milk on cake certainly beats three! “We have been working on the transformation of our building to bring &KHI 2VFDU¡V Ă DYRUV WR *UDQG 5DSLGV for some time now. We are excited to show off his talent and have our guests EH DPD]HG E\ &KHI¡V LQĂ XHQFHV Âľ Geoff Gaskin, President of CDKI Dining, said. MeXo is is currently serving lunch and dinner from Monday through Saturday, along with brunch on Sunday.

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TILLMAN’S RESTAURANT 1245 Monroe Ave. NW

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Tillman’s serves up delicious portions of traditional and regional American fare in an old-school atmosphere. While they are best-known for classic dishes like prime rib, twice baked potato and escargot, many also show up for their slightly more uncommon items like sautÊed frog legs or liver and onions. Most of their lunch items are less than $9 and many dinner options are $15-$20. If you bring an old friend or an out-of-town guest there for a good meal and conversation, you are sure to impress. Don’t forget to order a Brandy Alexander dessert cocktail. Tillman’s is open from Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m.-1 a.m.

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Come on Down to Holland in Tulip Time BY ELYSE WILD

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or one week in May, the city of Holland, Michigan. undergoes a breathtaking transformation: People donning intricate ensembles that harken to another time and place ÀOO WKH VWUHHWV D IRRG FRXUW PDWHULDOL]HV VHUYLQJ SLJV LQ D EODQNHW SHD VRXS VWURRSZDIHOV DQG PRUH RQH FDQ WXUQ DQ\ QXPEHU RI FRUQHUV WR ÀQG D ZRRGHQ VKRH FDUYHU TXLOW PDNHU DQG SRWWHU LPPHUVHG LQ WKHLU FUDIW and of course, more than 5 million tulips awaken to push through the soil and greet the city with their vibrant blossoms: Make no mistake about it, it’s Tulip Time.

Civic Beauty Now an internationally recognized event boasting numerous awards that sees upward of half a million visitors, Tulip Time has humble beginnings. In 1927, high school teacher Lida Rogers gave a speech before FLW\ FRXQFLO WR DGYRFDWH IRU QDPLQJ WKH WXOLS WKH RIĂ€FLDO Ă RZHU RI +ROODQG GXH WR WKH FLW\¡V FORVH HWKQLF WLHV WR the Netherlands (the area was settled 80 years before by Dutch Calvinist separatists). Rogers suggested that planting tulips throughout the city would not only serve as a tribute to the population’s heritage but would also VLJQLĂ€FDQWO\ LQFUHDVH WKH DUHDV FLYLF EHDXW\ 6KH Ă€QLVKHG her speech with the reading of a poem titled, “Come on 'RZQ WR +ROODQG LQ 7XOLS 7LPH Âľ Persuaded by Rogers, the city council ordered one hundred thousand tulip bulbs from the Netherlands and planted them in the soil throughout the city in 1928. In the spring of 1929, the tulips bloomed, enticing locals and visitors alike to dedicate a few days in May to HQMR\LQJ WKHLU Ă RUDO FKDUPV Now in its 89th year, the celebration runs from May 5-13. Gwen Auwerda, Tulip Time Executive Director, HPSKDVL]HV WKH VLJQLĂ€FDQFH RI WKH IHVWLYDO ´,W VXSSRUWV RXU FLW\¡V KHULWDJH Âľ $XZHUGD H[SUHVVHG “It takes a step back in time and gives people the opportunity to see what the Netherlands may have EHHQ OLNH PRUH WKDQ \HDUV DJR Âľ From the Dutch Dancers, traditional foods made by volunteers from recipes passed down for generations, the 250 year-old De Zwaan Windmill (the only authentic working Dutch windmill in the United States), around ZKLFK WXOLSV EORRP WR QDWLRQDO PXVLFDO DFWV sunrise photo walks, city tours, improv performances, a 5K, dinner shows, and yoga,

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Tulip Time has grown to encapsulate a number of experiences that evoke Dutch heritage while also nodding to modern day Holland, Michigan.

The Klompen Dancers Since 1933, Dutch Dancers, formly known as Klompen 'DQFHUV KDYH EHHQ D PXFK DQWLFLSDWHG Ă€[WXUH RI 7XOLS Time. Each day of the festival, nearly 1,000 performers gather at Centennial Park in downtown Holland to dance for onlookers. ´(YHU\RQH ORYHV WKH 'XWFK 'DQFHUV Âľ $XZHUGD commented. “There are more than 50 performances during the week, so there is a good chance you will VHH RQH LI \RX DUH WKHUH Âľ The dance troops are historically made up of high school students in the Holland area, along with alumni dancers. In 2010, the festival introduced dance programs for third through eighth graders. Each troupe has 12 members who pair up to perform the same dance that has been performed at Tulip Time for more than 60 years. “It’s a compilation of different folk dances from around the 1HWKHUODQGV Âľ $PDQGD &RRSHU Tulip Time Dutch Dance Coordinator, explained. Cooper’s role entails supporting the various dance and costume directors in their preparations for the big week. “The dance is such a unique and distinctive way WR FHOHEUDWH RXU FRPPXQLW\ Âľ Cooper, who performed at Tulip Time as a teenager and now dances with an alumni group, expressed. Cooper emphasizes that costuming is equally as vital and time intensive as learning the intricate steps to the dance.

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The ensembles worn by the troupes are authentic replications of clothing representing eight of the Netherlands’ 12 provinces from the late 1800s. Each piece is hand sewn by seamstresses in the community who are provided detailed instructions by the costume directors and undergo a meticulous inspection for authenticity. Of course, each performer wears wooden shoes, or klompens, the soles of which echo through the streets as dancers link arms, twirl, stomp, tap and kick their way through the signature dance to the delight of audiences. “There aren’t many places where you get to be such an DFWLYH SDUW RI FHOHEUDWLQJ WKH FLW\ Âľ &RRSHU H[SUHVVHG “To be a part of that and to know you are making SHRSOH VPLOH IHHOV VR JRRG Âľ

A Tulip Time Family Legacy For Holland native Diane Vanderkolk Kluitenberg %ORHP 7XOLS 7LPH LV D WKUHDG WKDW LQWHUODFHV ÀYH generations of her family.

´, DP D Ă€UP EHOLHYHU WKDW LI \RX OLYH LQ D WRZQ WKDW celebrates something, you should embrace it and MRLQ LQ Âľ %ORHP H[SUHVVHG ´,W KDV VR PDQ\ IRQG memories for our family. I love being able to say, Âś0\ JUDQGPRWKHU XVHG WR GR WKLV ZLWK PH ¡¾ When Bloem grew up to have children of her own, she carried on the tradition by bringing her daughter, Michelle Frieling, as a baby to watch the dancers. Just like her mother, Frieling was UDLVHG RQ 7XOLS 7LPH LQ HOHPHQWDU\ VFKRRO she looked forward to marching in the parades and watching the dancers perform. ´7XOLS 7LPH LV VXFK D ELJ SDUW RI P\ OLIH Âľ )ULHOLQJ laughed. “As a kid, I just loved it. It was a big deal to o JR GRZQWRZQ DQG ZDWFK WKH 'XWFK 'DQFHUV Âľ As a girl marching in the parades, Frieling wore the VDPH WUDGLWLRQDO HQVHPEOH %ORHP ZRUH WKH VSHFLDO skirt marked with bicycle grease.

“In 1953, my mother took me in a baby carriage to ZDWFK WKH 'XWFK 'DQFHUV Âľ %ORHP VDLG Bloem recalls sitting next to her grandmother, perched in the same folding chair on the same corner every year, and reveling in the parades, costumes and dancers WKDW Ă RZHG WKURXJK WKH VWUHHWV $V D \RXQJ JLUO DQG teenager, Bloem marched in all three Tulip Time parades, The Children’s Parade, The People’s Parade DOVR NQRZQ DV ´WKH VWUHHW VFUXEELQJÂľ DQG 7KH 0XVLF 3DUDGH GRQQLQJ D WUDGLWLRQDO 'XWFK RXWĂ€W PDGH E\ KHU grandmother and worn by her mother before her. The VNLUW RI WKH RXWĂ€W ERUH D VLJQDWXUH IURP WKH 7XOLS 7LPH of her mother’s childhood: a smear of bicycle grease. “During the street scrubbing, kids decorate their bikes DQG ULGH LQ WKH SDUDGH Âľ %ORHP H[SODLQHG ´:KHQ P\ mother was a girl, her skirt got caught in her bike wheel during the parade, and it was marked ZLWK JUHDVH Âľ Bloem’s memories of Tulip Time are profound and laced with the joy of nostalgia: the sweet taste of carmel corn procured from concession WUXFNV PDUYHOLQJ DW WKH 'XWFK 'DQFHUV ZLWK KHU JUDQGPRWKHU DQG WKH WKULOO RI WDNLQJ DQ DIWHUQRRQ RII of school to march in the parades.

TULIP TIME FOUNDER LIDA ROGERS SEEN ON FLOAT, 8TH STREET NEAR RIVER AVE, CIRCA 1950. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HOLLAND MUSEUM

MORE THAN 1,000 DUTCH DANCERS PERFORM AT CENTENNIAL PARK DURING TULIP TIME.

In 2009 and 2010, Frieling joined the Alumni Dutch Dance program and once again slipped on her klompens to perform. “I was surprised at how quickly the dance came back DIWHU VR PDQ\ \HDUV RI QRW GRLQJ LW Âľ VKH H[SUHVVHG ´%XW WKDW PXVLF VWD\V ZLWK \RX IRUHYHU Âľ Frieling now has two daughters who march in the Tulip Time parades, walking in the footsteps of the women who came before them.

When the Dutch Dancers start, time stops; Centennial Park closes down, the music starts and times stands still.â€? — Michelle Frieling “As a mom, I was so proud when I watched my GDXJKWHU ZDON E\ LQ KHU XQLIRUP Âľ %ORHP VDLG ´,W ZDV YHU\ VSHFLDO IRU PH Âľ When Wh she was a sophomore at Holland High School, Frieling joined a Dutch Dancing Sc troupe, practicing in the evenings and in the tro early ea mornings before school in preparation to perform every day of the festival. p “It “ was so much fun, and something that you MXVW ZDQWHG WR EH D SDUW RI Âľ )UHLOLQJ UHFDOOHG M ´´:KHQ WKH 'XWFK 'DQFHUV VWDUW WLPH VWRSV Centennial Park closes down, the music starts DQG WLPH VWDQGV VWLOO Âľ

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The Tulips This year, along with mainstays such as the marketplace, artisan market, food court, tulip tours and Dutch Dancers, visitors can expect to enjoy contemporary entertainment the festival has grown to embrace. The celebration features live shows by national musical acts such as Joshua Davis and Jake .HUVKDZ GRFNVLGH WRXUV RI )ULHQGV *RRG :LOO D UHSOLFD *UHDW /DNHV VORRS IURP D SHUIRUPDQFH RI WKH DZDUG ZLQQLQJ SOD\ &DOHQGDU *LUOV DQG VRPH comic relief by River City Improv. “We are always looking for ways to engage our community and have evolved to serve our GHPRJUDSKLF Âľ $XZHUGD FRPPHQWHG With all of the evolution, one thing hasn’t changed: the tulips. With more than 5 million bulbs sourced from the Netherlands and planted each autumn, the festival remains a celebration of the exquisite blossoms that saturate the city in stunning hues, bringing the civic beauty to Holland that Lida Rogers advocated for nearly 100 years ago. Susan Zalnis, Tulip Time Director of Marketing and (QWHUWDLQPHQW DWWHVWV WR WKH DOOXUH RI WKH Ă RZHUV ´(YHU\RQH VKRZV XS DQG VD\V Âś:KHUH DUH WKH WXOLSV"¡¾ Zalnis said. “Our city is beautiful. During Tulip Time, I love talking to people who come from all over the world who come here. It is a beautiful experience to ZHOFRPH HYHU\RQH IRU WKH ZHHN Âľ

When she is not editing for WLM, Elyse enjoys traveling to far off lands, taking photos, listening to live music and spinning records.

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Unleash Your Fervor at Fifth Third River Bank Run

BY BRI KILROY | PHOTO COURTESY OF FIFTH THIRD RIVERBANK RUN

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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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health issues, covering different topics each month. Ronald McDonald House. 11:45 am-1 pm. Lineup at rmhwesternmichigan.org. Perrin “No Problemsâ€? Training Run. Train for River Bank like a Beer City local at this community training run featuring a 3-mile course throughout WKH EUHZLQJ FRPSDQ\¡V QHLJKERUKRRG followed by a pint and conversation at Perrin. Perrin Brewing Company. 6 pm. More training opportunities at 53riverbankrun.com. Tony Bennett concert. DeVos Performance Hall. 7:30 pm. Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

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Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 7:30-9 am. RSVP by calling (616) 301-1605. elesplace.org

their stories and audience members are invited to do the same. Wealthy Theatre. 7-8 pm. Tickets at grcmc.org.

Adulting 101: Green Cleaning. Grand Rapids Public Library. 7 pm. grpl.org

Circle Summer Concert Series presents Bringing Sexy Back: Male Musician Pop/Rock Icons. Rock out to hits from the legendary fellas who shook the stage back in the day. Circle Theatre. 7 pm. Tickets at circletheatre.org.

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May 8 Lunch & Learn Mental Health Session: Building Resiliency. These free sessions focus on understanding and raising awareness for mental

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Time parades, starting with the White Glove Inspection & Street Scrubbing followed by the Volksparade and topped off with the Dutch Dog Parade. Downtown Holland. 1:30-3 pm. tuliptime.com GROW Start Smart Business Readiness Course. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women. 6-9 pm. growbusiness.org Great Gardens Party. Spend a beautiful evening at the Gardens HQMR\LQJ FRFNWDLOV KRUV G¡RHXYUHV a delicious sit-down dinner and the RSSRUWXQLW\ WR VXSSRUW WKH *DUGHQV¡ mission by taking a chance at the silent and live auctions featuring trips, unique items and even materials to sensationalize your own garden. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 6-9 pm. Tickets at meijergardens.org. Tulip Time presents The Texas Tenors. Central Wesleyan Church. 7 pm. Tickets at tuliptime.com.

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Noon-1:30 pm. Full lineup at downtowngr.org A World of Fashion. Witness stunning and diverse apparel from African and Latin American cultures during a special fashion show, featuring an exclusive preview of trends from $GRUHG %RXWLTXH DQG EHQHĂ€WLQJ refugee resettlement. The Downtown Market. 5:30-8:30 pm. Tickets at bethany.org. Adulting 101: Find Work That :RUNV *53/¡V EXVLQHVV OLEUDULDQ guides you through job searching DQG SUHVHQWDWLRQ VR \RX FDQ Ă€QG something that impresses everyone at your next high school reunion. Grand Rapids Public Library. 7 pm. grpl.org Tulip Time presents Liverpool Legends. The four-person group of talented musicians performs songs spanning the entire career of The Beatles, giving audience members of all ages an authentic taste of the ZRUOG¡V PRVW LFRQLF EDQG &HQWUDO Wesleyan Church. 7 pm. Tickets at tuliptime.com. Tulip Time presents Joshua Davis. Knickerbocker Theatre. 8 pm. Tickets at tuliptime.com.

May 11 ACT Festival Day. All kids are invited to express their world in different art media through a series of hands-on workshops. Volunteer opportunities also available. Lincoln Campus. 10 am-2 pm. artistscreatingtogether.org Fifth Third River Bank Run Sports & Fitness Expo. Over 100 vendors dishing out food samples, gear deals, running fashion and complimentary massages gather under one roof to make sure you get everything you need for the big race tomorrow, including your race packet and bib number. DeVos Place. 11 am-8 pm. 53riverbankrun.com 0DNH LW IRU 0RPP\ &UHDWH D Ă RUDO DUUDQJHPHQW IRU 0RWKHU¡V 'D\ GXULQJ this hands-on activity where attendees OHDYH ZLWK D RQH RI D NLQG Ă RZHU masterpiece. Posh Petals. 3:30-6 pm. No reservations QHFHVVDU\ SRVKSHWDOVĂ RUDO FRP :HVW 0LFKLJDQ *D\ 0HQ¡V &KRUXV Spring Concert. Wealthy Theatre. 7-8 pm. Tickets at grcmc.org. Tulip Time presents The Beach Boys. The legendary band brings the sounds of summer to the Tulip Time Festival, delivering a concert that delights multiple generations of listeners. Central Wesleyan Church. 7 pm. Tickets at tuliptime.com. Brantley Gilbert: The Ones That Like Me feat. Aaron Lewis and Josh Phillips. Gilbert says “thank youâ€? to his supporters with a show molded by the fans themselves, from set lists to merchandise. Van Andel Arena. 7 pm. Tickets at vanandelarena.com.

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May 11-13 GR Symphony presents Star Wars and More: The Music of John Williams. Hear the unmistakable music of Star Wars along with a bravado of John :LOOLDPV¡ RWKHU HSLF SLHFHV IURP movies like Indiana Jones, E.T., Harry Potter and Jaws. DeVos Performance Hall. 8 pm (Fri & Sat) and 3 pm (Sun). Tickets at devosperformancehall.com.

May 12 Fifth Third River Bank Run. Bridge that gap between a 10K and a full marathon at the largest annual road race in West Michigan. Thousands of runners form the stampede to conquer personal goals in human endurance by running the 5K, 10K or 25K, featuring the unique wheelchair and handcycle division, followed by a massive Finish Fest to celebrate your victory. Starting line in front of DeVos Place. 7 am. Register at 53riverbankrun.com. Primal Women: Spring Retreat 2018. Learn about self-love through diet and body image with a panel of women experts. Workspace by MVP. 9 am12:30 pm. Register on Eventbrite. Just for Moms. Enjoy a special day ZLWK \RXU FKLOG LQ WKH &KLOGUHQ¡V *DUGHQ ZKLOH SDUWDNLQJ LQ IXQ 0RWKHU¡V Day crafts, venturing on a scavenger hunt and listening to stories. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 10 am-noon. meijergardens.org Sketching Drop-In Tour: Understanding the Abstract in Art. Grand Rapids Art Museum. Noon-1 pm. artmuseumgr.org LOCAL EPIC: Poetry Workshop. Poet and teacher Mike Sikkema guides students as they write their own poetry, GHULYLQJ LQVSLUDWLRQ IURP WKH OLEUDU\¡V collection. Grand Rapids Public Library. 1 pm. grpl.org 0RWKHU¡V 'D\ 0LQL +RS 6SHQG WKH GD\ with mom perusing the Wealthy Street shopping district between Union and fuller, enjoying treats and swag along the way. 11 am-8 pm. uptowngr.com Kombucha Workshop. Blandford Nature Center. 2-3:30 pm. Register at blandfordnaturecenter.org. Tulip Time Muziekparade and performance. Tulip Time concludes its brigade of parades with this VSHFWDFXODU RQH IHDWXULQJ à RDWV 'XWFK dancers, marching bands and more. Enjoy a performance by the Petoskey Steel Drum Band near Kollen Park after. Downtown Holland. 2-4:30 pm. tuliptime.com Tulip Time Grand Finale Fireworks Celebration. Celebrate another

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May 12 & 13 Michigan All-State Bonsai Show. 7KH *DUGHQV¡ *UDQG 5RRP Ă€OOV ZLWK stunning bonsai displays and features specialty pots and growing supplies from a great selection of vendors. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. 9-5 pm (Sat) and 11 am-5 pm (Sun). meijergardens.org

May 13 Tulip Time Moederdag Market. Dutch IRU ´0RWKHU¡V 'D\ ¾ WKH 0RHGHUGDJ Market features specially selected merchants, live entertainment, gourmet food trucks, demonstrations and horsedrawn carriage rides, giving you plenty RI LGHDV RQ KRZ WR PDNH PRP¡V GD\ great. Centennial Park. 11 am-4 pm. tuliptime.com Yoga in the Tulips. Happy Soul Yoga leads a relaxing yoga class among +ROODQG¡V EHDXWLIXO RXWGRRUV GXULQJ the Tulip Time Festival. 10-11 am (at

Window on the Waterfront) and 2-2:30 pm (at Centennial Park). tuliptime.com 0RWKHU¡V 'D\ %UXQFK ([HFXWLYH &KHI Andrew Alcid cooks up a delicious buffet of mouthwatering brunch items for the perfect outing with mom and the family. Wheelhouse Kitchen & Cocktails. 9-2:30 pm (brunch). 3-7 pm (regular dinner menu). Reservations at (616) 226-3319. wheelhousegrandrapids.com 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

May 13-19 Cider Week GR. Celebrate the local cider scene with barrels of tasting events and tours at neighborhood eateries, food and cider pairings, cider and paint classes and tons of taptakeovers culminating into the Cider Week GR Gillett Bridge Festival. Find events at ciderweekgr.com.

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West Michigan Jazz Society Musician of the Year Banquet. Join WMJS in honoring saxophonist Bob Nixon of the *5 -D]] 2UFKHVWUD 1RWR¡V 2OG :RUOG Italian Dining.6-9:30 pm. Tickets at wmichjazz.org. Circle Summer Concerts presents Silver Screen: Academy AwardWinning Songs. Experience hits from Oscar favorites throughout the ages in an up-close and intimate setting. Circle Theatre. 7 pm. Tickets at circletheatre. org.

May 15 2II WKH :DOO 8,&$¡V JDOOHULHV morph into a platform for artists to draw inspiration from each other through contemporary 10-30-minute performances viewed by attendees, who are immersed in the art of today. Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. 6-9 pm. Tickets at uica.org. Ambition, Pragmatism and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Author Scott Kaufman capture WKH IXOO VFRSH RI )RUG¡V SROLWLFDO OLIH and shares a detailed timeline of his journey. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum. 7 pm. RSVP at fordlibrarymuseum.gov.

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VXEPLWWHG E\ ORFDO ÀOPPDNHUV 8UEDQ Institute for Contemporary Arts. 8 pm. uica.org

this workshop designed for CEOs. Lunch included. YWCA. 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Register at growbusiness.com.

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Healthy Living Lecture Series: Health Event. Learn more about living well with advice from the Mercy Health Doctors, exhibitor booths, shoulder and neck massages, free screenings and more. Forest Hills Fine Arts Center. 12:30-4:30 pm. enjoylearning.com Red Shoe Brew. Sip to support DW 5RQDOG 0F'RQDOG¡V +RXVH¡V annual fundraiser featuring samples IURP PDQ\ RI WKH UHJLRQ¡V IDYRULWH breweries, satisfying food, live music and more. Ronald McDonald House. 5-8 pm. Tickets at rmhwestmichigan.org.

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Relax at Rosa lunchtime concerts presents Molly (R&B soul). Rosa Parks Circle. Noon-1:30 pm. Full lineup at downtowngr.org

Acoustic CafĂŠ Series presents Rhiannon Giddens. St. Cecilia Music Center. 7:30 pm. Tickets at scmc-online.org.

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Friends Just Like Me. GRCM accommodates to kids with Down Syndrome by transforming the exhibits into an environment that can be enjoyed by them, friends and family. *UDQG 5DSLGV &KLOGUHQ¡V 0XVHXP 6-8 pm. grcm.org

and bacteria used in beer is also used in bread production with beer samples paired with Field & Fire bread. 6:30-8 pm. Tickets at grpm.org.

Breast & Body Event. The Bengtson team presents the latest innovations in breast and body procedures. Bengtson Center. 5-7 pm. RSVP at bengtsoncenter.com. Reds, Whites & Brews. Join Indian Trails Camp for their fundraiser that supports programs for those with disabilities while treating guests to wine and microbrew samples, KRUV G¡RHXYUHV D OLYH DXFWLRQ DQG musical entertainment by Brena. The Downtown Market. 6-10 pm. Tickets on Eventbrite page. ikuslife.org

The Flick. Meet three underpaid employees who work in a rundown movie theater, facing tiny battles and heartbreaks as they go about keeping the theater going in this FRPHGLF SOD\ E\ $FWRUV¡ 7KHDWUH *5 Spectrum Theater. 8 pm. Tickets at actorstheatregrandrapids.org.

May 18 Wege Prize Final Competition and Awards. Watch at KCAD or tune LQ RQOLQH WR ZLWQHVV WKH Ă€YH Ă€QDOLVW teams present their solutions for a sustainable future to a panel of expert judges in hopes of winning the coveted Wege Prize. 10 am (winners announced at 2 pm). More information at wegeprize.org. A Night with the Opera. Celebrate the 2SHUD *5¡V WK DQQLYHUVDU\ ZLWK D dinner theater experience and live HQWHUWDLQPHQW E\ $PHULFD¡V *RW 7DOHQW sensation, Forte. Opera Grand Rapids. 5:30-9:30 pm. Tickets at operagr.org.

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READER’S BY BETH GREEN

If you are the mother of an avid reader, pick up two copies of the following books and bond with your bibliophile over these page-turners.

Every Heart A Doorway by Seanan McGuire Eleanor West’s kids are special: They have all passed through doors that lead them away from reality and into vibrant, magical worlds that transform them. When they make their way back home, they are received by families who don’t believe them. The errant children are sent to Eleanor West’s Home for Wayward Children where they learn to adjust to normal life. Just as the novel’s protagonist, Nancy, begins to adjust to life at the home, a series of gruesome PXUGHUV VSXU KHU DQG KHU IULHQGV WR ÀQG the killer before it’s too late.

My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult Thirteen-year-old Anna’s life has been spent in and out of hospitals enduring surgeries and transfusions that allow her ROGHU VLVWHU D ÀJKWLQJ FKDQJH DJDLQVW leukemia. Conceived as a bone marrow match for her sister, as Anna comes of age, she begins to question her role and makes a decision that throws her family into chaos.

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