October 31st from 3-5 Downtown, 5-8 City Wide! The City of Zeeland just announced their official times for Trick or Treating this year. From 3-5 on October 31st the Downtown businesses will be open with candy for the kids so be sure to walk down Main Street to grab some candy from local vendors. After…

Did you know that in the City of Holland there are 22 parks and green spaces? There are so many different types of outdoors spaces that you’ll have to start now to enjoy them all fully! While the warm days are coming to a close, now is the time to start planning picnics and watch…

It’s Art Prize Downtown Grand Rapids! September 20 – October 8 There’s more than 170 venues hosting art during art prize. It can get kind of confusing to keep track of all the art and where to park and where to eat. Here I’ll quick type down some of the top tips to exploring Art…

I know it’s a little early to start using that dreaded 6 letter “s” word, but School is coming and planning starts now! Lunches, both at school and work, are some of the hardest things to plan for. It’s hard to find healthy items that can stay fresh in a lunch box. A new option…

Every once and a while, the coffee from the giant pot at work doesn’t cut it anymore and you want some freshly brewed coffee or espresso. If you’re near Downtown Holland, you’re in luck! There are 3 great coffee shops each with a unique feel and an even more unique menu. I’ll do a quick…

Check out these yummy places downtown Zeeland!   tripelroot: Tripelroot is a great recent addition to downtown Zeeland. It’s a local brewery that focuses on being a family friendly and sociable place to enjoy some great local craft beer. They have recently expanded their food menu as well. They have a monthly flatbread that is…

Summer is a great time to get active! While the summer sun is giving you energy (and you’re wearing a little bit less clothing,) now is a great time to start (or revamp) your exercise regimen. I thought I would write up a list of some places to go work out in the area.  …

When you’re planning on selling your home, often the last thing you want to do is stick money into repairs. However, some repairs could be crucial to help you sell your house at the desired price. There are lots of simple and inexpensive ways to quick spruce up your house before you sell. It’s important…

Minimalism. It’s an intimidating word. Often I feel we glance around at all the things we own and think “I can’t get rid of any of this! I might need it some day” or the classic “that is really sentimental!” The good news: Minimalism can be achieved on minimal levels (see what I did there?)…

  Eco Thermostats are saving energy and money. Installing a smart eco thermostat is becoming a standard in New homes. It’s an easy way to keep track of how much you’re spending to heat and cool your house, and also a simple way to change your habits to save some money. Some of the popular…