Seems like everyone I know is buying a home, including my wife Brenda and I. Why not? Interest rates are at historical lows, it’s a buyer’s market and coming off a few down years, sellers are motivated like never before. Two of my co-workers recently found their dream homes and even my family members are jumping into mix. Brenda’s parents and my nephew just put ink-to-paper for their new digs as well. I think it’s great as home ownership is a traditional American value. It’s just Read more [...]

Barb Whitney has been program manager at the Lansing Art Gallery since last year and has been involved with the gallery for eight years. As program manager and an artist herself, Whitney knows both sides of the art business. She takes pride in her work at the gallery, especially with the established and innovative education programs they offer. Q: How long have you been with the Lansing Art Gallery? How did you get started? A: This is my eighth year at the gallery. I had recently relocated to Read more [...]

From growing up watching her mother and grandmother work with lace and linen, Celeste Hude grew passionate about hand-crafted fabrics. She has a shop, the Victorian Tailor, set up inside the Maple Street Mall in downtown Mason where she sells clothing. You can visit her online to find out more at www.victoriantailor.com. Q: Tell me how you got into working with antique linen and lace. A: It all started when I was 9 years old. My mother was a beautiful seamstress, and my grandmother was a milliner Read more [...]

Millie Heinz is a self-proclaimed bra lady. She is dedicated to helping women feel great about themselves, starting with the fit and support of their undergarment. She is a certified bra fitter and representative of Essential Bodywear based in Michigan. For more information, visit her online at www.myessentialbodywear.com/a10700 or email her at breastfriends4ever@hotmail.com. Q: Tell me about Essential Bodywear. A: It is a Michigan-based women-owned company. They were founded eight years ago, Read more [...]

The first step to making any major change is to strike up a conversation and simply start talking about the issue. This is the theory behind Community Conversations, an initiative from the Center for Michigan whose goal is to get people talking. The latest conversation happened on Tuesday, Feb. 7 in Holt and focused on the issue of public education. The goal of the Center for Michigan’s Community Conversations is to hold 200 conversations across the state in 2012. The main focus of the discussions Read more [...]

Tuesday, Feb. 14 marked the Valentine’s Day Charity Bachelor Auction Benefit at Eagle Eye Golf Course. The night featured 30 local bachelors who were bid on for a date night out. The evening also featured drinks and a silent auction with Jason Colthorp of WILX 10 and Cheryl Fritze co-host of Life in Lansing’s “Talk of the Town” serving as hosts. All proceeds from the event went to the St. Vincent Home for Children.

Ingredients 3-4 medium size Idaho potatoes 2 cloves garlic 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped. 1 cup cheddar cheese 2 eggs 1 Tbsp. paprika 1 Tbsp. ground mustard Flour Salt and pepper 2 Tbsp. oil for frying Directions Peel potatoes, and shred into a large bowl. Drain any excess water from the shredded potato. Finely chop garlic, onion and add to potatoes with cheese, paprika and ground mustard. Add eggs, and with hands, mix the batter until eggs are evenly distributed. Batter Read more [...]

Talented student artist from 15 local high schools had their art on display at the MSU Federal Credit Union headquarters during the month of February. The event kicked off with a special VIP night on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Voting took place online and winners were recognized at a closing event on Sunday, Feb. 26. For more info and a list of winners visit www.msufcuart.com.

Professional women gathered on Wednesday, Feb. 8 for the first-ever Horizon Conference. Held at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing, the day included tracks for women who were pursing various avenues in their career. Marlo Scott, owner of Sweet Revenge, a cupcake, beer and wine bar in New York City gave the keynote address. A VIP reception was also held the night before, Tuesday, Feb. 7 at the MSU Federal Credit Union Headquarters.

The JA Rock-N-Bowl for Financial Literacy event was held on Saturday, Feb. 4. The Junior Achievement fundraising event included ‘80s themed bowling at Pro-Bowl. There were also mascots, free T-shirts for bowlers and incentive prizes. All proceeds for the fundraiser went to the JA curriculum for K-12 children in Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties.

Twenty women from the Lansing area joined WLNS anchor Sheri Jones this January on a trip to Cancun, Mexico. The women, including CAWLM Publisher Tiffany Dowling, Managing Editor Emily Caswell and Account Manager Jennifer Hodges, enjoyed fun in the sun, relaxation and delicious food and drinks at the NOW Jade resort.

The third annual Frost Fest swept the 200 south block of Washington Square on Saturday, Feb. 18. The night featured headlining band Company of Thieves along with other entertainment in a heated tent and a wide variety of microbrews. Among them was the Plaid Penguin, an exclusive Frost Fest brew from Michigan Brewing Company. Attendees also tested their ability to stand the chill during the Cold Butt Euchre Tournament.