So we all know the traditional Thanksgiving dinner usually consists of a large roasted turkey, some cornbread dressing and of course, the cranberry sauce. Thanksgiving just wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without it.

Well, what if you’re not hosting 10-12 people for the holiday, but having a smaller gathering in your Grand Rapids apartment for 3-4 people? You don’t have to serve a whole turkey. And you certainly don’t have to grill, roast, smoke, or deep fry it. If you want to buck the tradition, think outside the box when it comes to making your meal and try other turkey dishes and appetizers this year!

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There is nothing like the sight or taste of candy to take us back to our childhood…the days of endless fun and carefree times. Bright, colorful candy wrappers lined up on the shelves, enticing us to spend our weekly allowance.

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Before you know it, the snow will start to fall in the Grand Rapids metro area. While residents look forward to the winter season and snow sports like snowmobiling, cross country skiing and ice skating, driving in the snow is often not a favorite hobby. However, if you properly care for your car now, you’ll be ready for the snowy season before it gets here.
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Top Things To Do At An Apple Orchard in Grand Rapids

Pick bushels of apples. Apples are one of the easiest fruit to pick, so grab a bucket and get picking. Select firm, bruise-free apples from your local Grand Rapids apple orchard. Don’t shake the branches or just pull the apples off the tree, but give them a little twist and they should come right off. Be sure to ask the farmer which ones are the ripe ones.

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If you haven’t been on a Las Vegas vacation in awhile, you probably haven’t seen the construction of the mammoth new mega resort,
City Center Vegas. It’s a joint venture between MGM Mirage and Dubai World and will span 76 acres along the Las Vegas Strip, between the Bellagio and the Monte Carlo resorts.

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Too many Americans each year return to their cars to find their windows shattered and property taken. Radios, GPS units, money and valuables are often the objectives of car theft perpetrators. It happens more often than you think and unfortunately it is usually only a matter of time before it happens to you or someone you know. As with anything else though, following certain safety tips can reduce the likelihood of becoming the victim of car theft or vandalism.

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Grand Rapids, MI is definitely a city that has four distinct seasons, each with their own pleasant characteristics. When fall rolls around and autumn colors begin to dominate the landscape, everything seems that much cozier. To experience that coziness in your Grand Rapids apartments, try making these seasonal foods and hot drink recipes. From hearty soups to cider recipes, fall is the time to indulge!

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After looking at apartments in Grand Rapids, it might be time to take in some of the sights this city and its surrounding communities are famous for. If a natural setting that’s ideal for relaxing appeals, taking a Lake Michigan cruise might be in order.

If you hit the Internet or pop open a phone book, you will find an abundance of music boat cruises, day cruises and other charters. Some trips are perfect for entire families but others might appeal more to couples looking for a romantic night out.

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Your Grand Rapids apartment lease may have a specific term end date on it, but that does not mean that your landlord knows you will be moving out on that day. If you look carefully at most leases, lessees are required to let their landlord know ahead of time if they plan on moving out at the end of a lease.

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