It’s always a special treat when Web editor Courtney Birchmeier’s grandma makes a batch of chocolate peanut butter popcorn. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings and can

By Kelsey Smith For Jodi Rademaker and Kathy Timmer, food is an art and JK’s Bakehouse & Deli is their open canvas. “We’re just looking to do our

Associate editor Kelsey Smith loved when her mom made her favorite cookies during the holidays. Even though the mother-daughter duo now have a 200-mile distance between them, Kelsey

By Mary Lu Laffey Photos by Christian Laffey When the Santa’s Elves wish list is posted at area offices, churches and companies, it draws an immediate crowd. It

By Mary Lu Laffey Photos by Christian Laffey When stepping into Fustini’s on Eighth Street in Holland, be prepared to release the food lover in you. There are

Don’t forget Fido when baking for the holidays. Here’s a quick and easy recipe for healthy and nutritious dog biscuits your furry family members will love! Ingredients 2

By Mary Lu Laffey The joy that leaps from Carolyn Stich’s body of work at her art studio in downtown Holland makes a visit seem like Christmas any

A fun family activity, the cutouts are filled with crushed hard candies which melt during baking to resemble stained glass. Ingredients 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine,

Live Nativity Critter Barn Dec. 6-30 Help your children imagine the first Christmas with Critter Barn’s Live Nativity. Enjoy a photo display of Bethlehem and Galilee where Christ

By Mary Lu Laffey Members of the Sack Supper Club don’t meet for a meal. Instead, they tie on aprons to prepare more than 7,500 a day. The