The spring issue is here! I’m really excited to share some fresh content with you today in this digital magazine. I worked really hard to switch up some articles with everything going on right now. So, you’ll find some great…
What You Can Do Right Now if You’re Bored at Home
This week feels like it should be Friday and it’s only Tuesday. I bet I’m not alone in feeling this way. With events canceled and meeting with people at a minimum it’s been a rough adjustment. So, I was thinking…
The 411 in the 616: Finding Joy This Week
This obviously isn’t your typical 411 in the 616 post today. This week/few weeks/months is starting to look a lot different for all of us. So, obviously you won’t find any events in this post today. Instead, I’m going to…
7 Michigan Etsy Shops I’m Loving Right Now
I love shopping on Etsy for fun and unique items – especially from local artists. So, I thought it would be a great idea to round-up some Michigan artists that I have saved in my favorites. If you have artists…
The 411 in the 616: Spring Ahead
It’s definitely starting to feel like spring around here! The weather yesterday was like a dream with sun and high 50’s in Grand Rapids. I was so busy this weekend moving back into our house, but we still had a…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 23
The weekend is here! With temperatures reaching almost 60 degrees and Daylight Saving Time on Sunday it’s really starting to feel like spring. I hope you take a few moments to spend some time outdoors and really enjoy the weather….
Q&A With Holly Marie Peterson from Lifestyle Kitchen Studio
In case you didn’t know, we’re wrapping up a kitchen renovation with Lifestyle Kitchen Studio in Grand Rapids. I can’t wait to show you the before and afters from our kitchen, and share more about the partners involved. From the…
The 411 in the 616: Welcome March
Welcome to March friends! I can’t believe spring is right around the corner (March 20 in case you’re counting down the days). We learned about our Enneagram number with Growing with the Enneagram, had a fabulous brunch at The Southerner…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 22
Happy Friday! Who’s ready for the weekend? Me! We are SO EXCITED to move back into our house this weekend. As many of you know our kitchen project with Lifestyle Kitchen Studio is almost compete. We’re so excited to show…
The 411 in the 616: Sunny State of Mind
Happy Monday! I’m so happy we brought some Florida sun back with us to Michigan. The weekend was absolutely perfect with some sunny days in Grand Rapids. I had so many projects that I was working on and trying to…
Why I Love Using Flashfood to Save Money on Groceries
Have you heard about Flashfood? The Flashfood app is my new best friend at the grocery store. The app helps me save money on groceries, and helps grocery stores reduce store generated food waste. Items like meat or produce that…
The 411 in the 616: Greetings from Florida
Good morning friends! I’m currently in Vero Beach, Florida and loving every minute of the sunshine. I know it’s still cold in GR, but I’m sending you warm vibes today from Florida with a new 411 in the 616. We’ll…