By Kate O’Neil Growing up in a restaurant family in Traverse City, Michael Alexander’s affinity for the restauranter life began young. From helping his aunt and uncle at

By David Hoekman Evergreen Commons is a community benefit organization serving older adults in the Holland area. “We have reimagined what it means for older adults to enhance

The September/October 2021 issue of Urban St. magazine is available to read online. Contents include: Senior Living Senior citizens thrive at Evergreen Commons Life & StyleFall Fashion Trends Fab FindsFall FashionHolland

By Kelsey Smith Tucked along the coast of Muskegon Lake, the Lakeside District is home to an upbeat dining scene with something fun for everyone. From pierogi and

GROW Café + Bistro 302 Culver St., Saugatuck269-857-1242grow-food.com CARROT CAKE PANCAKES GROW’s take on the classic dessert, in breakfast form. Made with shredded carrots, pecans and baking spices,

By Kelsey Smith About the organization International Experience (iE-USA) is a nonprofit high school exchange student organization. It promotes diplomacy and cultural awareness by providing students from around

Seventy-Six 52 W. Eighth St., Holland616-994-8414seventysixholland.com Smashed Avocado Simple, creamy, bright and perfect for sharing! Made with goat cheese and roasted poblano peppers — this one’s a fan

By Kelsey Smith Eager to share her passion for the arts with her local community, Maryjo Lemanski got together with her peers and formed the Saugatuck Douglas Fennville

Big Lake Brewing 13 W. 17th St., Holland616-796-8888biglakebrewing.com 16oz Ribeye Steak Served with rosemary roasted redskin potatoes and choice of side. You can also upgrade your steak by

18 Washington Ave., Grand Haven | 616-414-7797 | longroaddistillers.com On a summery day in May, I went up to Grand Haven with a friend to check out Long