West Michigan Woman

West Michigan Woman is both a magazine and an online platform that celebrates and highlights the achievements of influential women in the local community. We offer current and pertinent articles that cover various aspects of women's lives, all with a focus on local relevance. Whether it’s topics about family, finances, careers, or health, our content has something to cater to every woman's interests!

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Bountiful Book Shops

3 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Looking for a good read? Perhaps even coupled with a welcoming space to enjoy it in? Come along as we share some of our favorite local independent options for bookworms and lovers of all things literary. Books and Mortarbooksandmortar.comBooks and Mortar is Grand Rapids' proudly progressive, consciously curated, and fiercely independent bookstore! Pop in for some staff favorite reads or one of their many free community events and book clubs.
Summer Festival Fun and Special Events

3 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

You'll want to mark your calendar for these festivals, farmers markets and seasonal favorites. ArtPrizeartprize.org | September 18 - October 4, 2025A celebration of ideas, conversations, experimentation and inclusiveness, ArtPrize welcomes over 800,000 visitors each year to discover the transformative power of art. Sculptures, installations, paintings and more can be found woven throughout the city's streets, parks, galleries and restaurants.
Visit These Women-Owned Businesses!

4 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Much like many folks in our community, we love showing local love whenever possible. Come along as we touch on a (far from exhaustive) shortlist on some of our loved local women-owned businesses, perfect for your summer activities, whether you're shopping, dining, relaxing or simply enjoying life! Break Room Therapybreakroomtherapy.comWest Michigan's only rage room, Break Room Therapy is a unique, safe space where you can shatter stress and smash away frustrations.
Drink and Dine Al Fresco at These Perfect Patios and Rooftops

4 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

It's that time of year when being outside is the goal whenever possible. Thankfully, West Michigan has plenty of offerings to fit the bill. When it comes to enjoying some culinary delights and libations, consider indulging at these irresistible outdoor options. IDCidontcaregr.comA covered outdoor balcony perfect for specialty drinks and downtown people watching. Do you know the secret passcode? Join their email list to get sent the monthly code to enter.
Get Your Sunshine Sweat On! Staying Active Outdoors This Summer

4 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

While it's important to stay physically active year round, the summer months are the prime time for some outdoor activities that truly get your blood pumping. Grab your water and sunscreen and come along as we explore some ways to get sweating in the sunshine this summer in West Michigan. Get some fresh air (and some miles in!) with Friendship Miles, an inclusive run group that prioritizes friendship and mental health over distance and speed.
Cathrine Ripley: Rejecting Limitations, Embracing Possibilities

4 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Catherine Ripley—a trailblazing entrepreneur, mentor, and advocate for women in technology and business—is the 2025 Brilliance Awards Woman of the Year. Ripley comes from a long line of very strong women. "I like to say that's where I get my courage, but it's really where I get my stubbornness," said Ripley, who has overcome the various decks of cards stacked against her throughout the years.
Grand Rapids in a Glass: 10 Iconic Cocktails

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Josh Veal

Every cocktail has a legacy, and some last longer than others. Across the many bars and restaurants of Grand Rapids, there are a number of drinks that have become institutions in their own right. While some spots prefer the variety of a frequently changing menu—like Buffalo Trader's Lounge, Sidebar and Drip Drop Cocktail Room—others have favorites that stand the test of time. So, here are some of what we consider to be the most iconic cocktails in Grand Rapids.
5 Things to Know About Stroke

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Did you know? Every year, approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke, however, as many as 80% may be preventable with healthy lifestyle changes and screening for risk factors. Seeing as May is American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association (a division of the American Heart Association) is raising awareness nationwide that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable.
Bold and Brilliant: The 2025 Brilliance Awards in Review

2 months ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

The 2025 Brilliance Awards, an annual celebration of the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of those who tackle issues facing professional women, took place April 24 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. As the West Michigan Woman community gathered once more for an evening filled with awards, drinks, dining and music, we were reminded of the many inspiring stories of the women and men within the community who truly elevate others and blaze trails of inspiration.
Pleasantly Revolutionary: How Jenn Gavin Is Reshaping the Future of Animal Behavior and Training

Mar 27, 2025 | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Jenn Gavin, CPDT-KA, FPPE, has always known that she wanted to work with dogs. After all, she's been training and rehoming them in various capacities for over 30 years. But after growing up in Midland and attending Hope College, Gavin worked first as a paralegal before ultimately pursuing her true passion—a decision sparked by wanting more flexibility to care for her children and the desire to help owners and their pets with challenging behaviors.