Went here today for the gem show they had going on! Heard about it through a friend! Walked around…read moreand enjoyed looking at all the goodies collected from her trip to Arizona. There were very decently priced gems and some kinda expensive. Plenty of people around to help with prices and items that were in the glass cases. The lady who helped me the most was so kind and very helpful. I definitely am interested in the classes held here and took a schedule for myself. Will hopefully be returning soon. :)

This past weekend I had the pleasure of spending three days in a Chris Nelson, Ferrous Musing's…read moreworkshop held in Studio JSD. Wow, what a great experience. Chris Nelson was so generous with his vast knowledge of metal working particularly about fusing gold to ferrous steel.....and the 100 other questions we had! This studio is outfitted with anything you could imagine using for any metalsmithing or jewelry creating. On top of that is this studio is beautiful, with huge windows and streaming sunlight making it so easy to see your work. Julie, the owner, was also around to help our class. Her work is on display in her shop and it is gorgeous. Look her up online! The studio, in addition to being fully outfitted was also a very comfortable place to spend several days. Lots of space, tables and workbenches. Plenty of everything so you did not have to wait.... She also provided drinks and snacks. It is well located in the Lake Michigan resort town of Grand Haven. Lots of restaurants within walking distance of the studio for a nice lunch, especially the Righteous Cuisine next door. I think we all had a great time and we also made some beautiful jewelry.

Magical Evening! This is one of Grand Haven's best kept secrets. Seven friends and I attended an…read more"Art in the Yard" outdoor dining event at Artisan. What a wonderful time. Artisan is a perfect venue for a special date night, friend's outing, or group event. Dinner is pre fixe and it features an unique nightly menu as planned by the talented Chef, Samantha Sherman. All items are farm to table & from scratch cooking. Our evening's menu included appetizer- lobster & corn salad dip, cherry chipolte salsa & homemade lime seasoned chips. We could have stopped there but the experience got even better! The main plate included marinated flank steak floating in a delicious pool of red pepper romesco sauce, warm potato salad with hot bacon dressing, summer corn in herb butter, and homemade herb rolls. I cleaned my plate! Service was impeccable, 4 servers attended to our every need, they were informative about the food & entertaining. To top off the dinner, desert was included. The desert was a piece of art in itself. Cream trifle with blueberry coulis and fresh strawberries. All food exceptional. We will be attending an event again soon. $$$

We just got back from a very enjoyable meal at the Artisan Cooking School's Dinner and a Chef…read moreevent. We were greeted by the friendly chefs Hillary and Howard who proceeded to make us a delicious three course meal. We all sat at a table built around the stove so we could watch as the food was being prepared. Chef Hillary explained how she was making things and answered questions about how we could make them at home. The food was very fresh and flavorful and beautifully presented. We started off with Lump Crab Cakes with a Rémoulade which were very creamy and tasted like fresh crab. My wife who is on a gluten free diet had an arugula salad with goat cheese, candied walnuts, prosciutto, and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing which was also very tasty. We then had a small spoonful of home made sorbet with aged balsamic vinegar as a palate cleanser. The main meal was Hickory Influenced Grilled Salmon on Creamy Roasted Garlic Grits, Grilled Peaches, Red Onions, Fire Roasted Poblano, Green Chili Gastrique, and Apple Smoked Bacon. All of the ingredients complimented each other perfectly and the sauce was the highlight that brought it all together. For dessert we had Crème Brulee with fresh raspberries which was so delicious! We were recently in France and enjoyed many great meals there, this one was up there with the best of them. We highly recommend going to Dinner and a Chef, it will surely be a fun time and a great meal which is worlds better than what you get at the typical chain restaurant.

Bekins held our cooking class reservation for a month and then they canceled the day before the…read moreclass for too few sign-ups.

I purchased several day passes (granted it was years ago) so that I could work out at this facility…read morefrom time to time. I asked when these were purchased if there was an expiration date and was told there wasn't. There is no expiration date written on the passes either. I still have most of these passes in my possession. I went to use one last week and I was denied entry. The explanation that was provided to me was 1. We stopped accepting these over a year ago 2. We sent emails out to let people know a long time ago that we wouldn't be accepting them any longer (I'm not on their email list) 3. We can't tell if people are photocopying and faking these passes or not. (Wow, I feel like I'm being accused of forging $5 passes so I can sneak into the gym?, really?). What bothers me far more than the lost $100 or so in passes is the lack of empathy and understanding. The only reason I went to the gym last week was with a relative who is older (and a member) so I could help set them up with a workout routine in light of a recent medical diagnosis. They wouldn't even let me enter just this once without paying for a $10 day pass. I guess I'm sorry I didn't use these passes sooner? But no empathy and flexibility from the staff at Spring Lake Aquatic Center earns a thumbs down from me. I've spent almost my entire life (since I was two years old) living in and supporting the local tri-cities. Doesn't feel right for a local organization to take my money and deny the service I paid for.

5 stars all around! Super thankful to live close to this place because it's awesome! My first time…read morein I squealed with excitement like a lil kid because the aquatic center is basically a mini version of a Great Wolf Lodge! Water slide, lazy river, splash zone, huge hot tub, steam room, and lap pool! I definitely was bummed when it was time to leave, but we fixed the sadness by getting a membership! The gym side of things is also top quality. There are weight machines, free weights, cardio machines, and indoor track, basketball court and more! The workout possibilities are endless and the staff is awesome! Very (and I mean VERY) affordable to get a membership here!

One of the best! I am running for State Representative and she is highly sought after in the…read morebusiness of Cosmetology. She says French Academy is five stars

Don't go here. I went to get a gel manicure and gel pedicure and my manicure didn't even last a…read moreweek. Got my nails done on a Friday and by Wednesday, 5 days later, the following week most of my nails were peeling up causing my hair to be constantly caught and ripped out. By Monday, 10 days later, most of my nail polish is gone from my manicure that was supposed to last. Oddly she did end up doing my pedicure right.

Both of my daughters love dance class! My eldest has shown such interest and improvement this year…read moreshe's taking two classes. They love coming home and showing me their new moves! Recently they have installed a video system so one of the studios is visible during class. I highly recommend this studio if you're interested in having your child influenced by older dancers too. There is a very friendly and mentoring atmosphere here that has been inspiring to my eldest. My only tiff is there isn't a drinking fountain and no adult classes. Otherwise the staff is awesome, the owner is so passionate, and the price is very reasonable!

From the owner: Dance Revolutions stands out from other local studios by offering a nurturing yet challenging…read moreenvironment where dancers of all ages and skill levels can thrive. The studio emphasizes personal growth, artistic expression, and technical excellence, with a wide variety of classes tailored to every dancer’s needs—from beginner to pre-professional. Dance Revolutions takes pride in its experienced, passionate instructors, many of whom bring professional performance and choreography backgrounds to the classroom. The studio also fosters a strong sense of community through annual recitals, outreach performances like its Nutcracker variation, and events such as Parent Watch Week and Bring-a-Friend classes. With a focus on developing confidence, discipline, and creativity, Dance Revolutions inspires its students to shine on stage and beyond. Their commitment to family values and creating a fun, welcoming space makes them the premier choice for families seeking a dance home.